Video & Transcript Research : 'outreach'

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CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • So we undertook aggressive outreach, thanks to...
  • That outreach, that personal outreach, do you believe that that's beneficial to get these grants out
  • The outreach, the one-on-one personal outreach, you bring the numbers to the table and you see the demand
  • That's outreach. That's education.
  • Did we run into any barriers, any outreach?
Keywords: 988, house, all
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • So we undertook aggressive outreach, thanks to...
  • Thank you for that, and to the tribal leaders, too, for that outreach, that personal outreach.
  • The outreach, the one-on-one personal outreach, you bring the numbers to the table and you see the demand
  • That's outreach. That's education.
  • Did we run into any barriers, any outreach?
Summary: The hearing focused on the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) grant program under the Board of State and Community Corrections and related Department of Justice efforts. BSCC reported that it now administers 36 MMIP grants across three cohorts, with awards ranging from $436,000 to $1 million, plus five collaborative grants at $2 million each, totaling $35.4 million awarded to federally recognized tribes. Testimony from tribal leaders and grantees described how the funding supports prevention, family advocacy, domestic violence services, law enforcement coordination, youth programming, culturally grounded healing, and new tribal public safety positions such as investigators, social workers, and drone operators. Speakers repeatedly emphasized that the crisis is longstanding, tied to generational trauma, and that the grant has helped build trust and infrastructure in tribal communities. Several witnesses and committee members urged continued and preferably ongoing funding, noting that demand now exceeds available one-time money. BSCC and tribal representatives described outreach efforts that increased participation from four applicants in cohort one to 20 in cohort two and more applicants than funding in cohort three. Tribes also raised implementation concerns, especially the burden of quarterly narrative reporting, limited staff capacity, and the need for flexible administration. BSCC said it uses steering committees, separate small- and large-project categories, orientations, monitoring visits, and technical assistance to support grantees. Tribal leaders and advocates stressed that the program should remain accessible without requiring a waiver of tribal sovereignty. The second major topic was DOJ’s update on AB 3099, the Tribal Assistance Program, and the tribal police pilot under AB 134. DOJ officials said the Office of Native American Affairs and the Division of Law Enforcement have been conducting outreach, trainings, listening sessions, and coordination with tribal, local, state, and federal partners to address Public Law 280 jurisdictional issues, improve reporting and data, and support Feather Alert and MMIP-related resources. DOJ said the AB 3099 report is in internal review and that the tribal police pilot is moving forward with the Yurok Tribe as a participant, with a July 1, 2026 start date. DOJ and tribal witnesses said the pilot’s main barriers are cost and, for some tribes, the waiver of sovereign immunity. No votes were taken, and the hearing ended with broad support for expanding and sustaining MMIP-related funding and infrastructure.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
  • We'll go ahead and move on to the next bill: HB 280, relating to community outreach court.
  • HB280 relating to<00:19:46.559><c> community</c><00:19:46.799><c> outreach</c><00:19:47.200><c> court
  • </c><00:19:47.840><c> permanently</c> to community outreach court permanently to community outreach court
  • </c><00:21:50.559><c> Now,</c><00:21:50.799><c> since</c> the community outreach court.
  • Now, since the community outreach court.
Keywords: 912, senate, all
Summary: The Judiciary Committee heard testimony on HB 126, which would change civil asset forfeiture law. The Attorney General’s Office, Honolulu Police Department, and county prosecutors opposed the bill’s proposed SD1, arguing that requiring a criminal conviction and changing how forfeiture proceeds are distributed would weaken or effectively end the tool, create fiscal and law enforcement problems, and make it harder to address organized crime or cases where an owner cannot be identified. The Public Defender’s Office, Community Alliance on Prisons, Drug Policy Forum of Hawaii, and other supporters argued the measure would improve transparency and accountability, protect property rights, and reduce abuses that disproportionately affect low-income people. The chair questioned law enforcement about fairness, storage of seized property, and access to counsel, and the discussion focused heavily on whether forfeiture should depend on a conviction. No vote was taken. The committee then heard HB 280, which would make the Community Outreach Court permanent and appropriate funds for it as a division of the First Circuit district court. The Department of the Attorney General and Judiciary supported the concept and described the court’s success in helping people resolve cases, clear license stoppers, recall bench warrants, and access services, but suggested amendments to remove the Attorney General from the bill’s definition and funding mechanism. The Public Defender, Department of Human Services, mental health and substance use advocates, neighborhood and community groups, and others strongly supported the bill, emphasizing its benefits for people facing housing instability, behavioral health issues, and transportation barriers. No opposition was voiced, and no vote was taken. The committee also heard HB 370, which would increase partial public campaign financing for elective offices. The Campaign Spending Commission supported the original bill and asked the committee to restore the original percentage amounts, keep the proposed funding increases, and reinstate funding for two additional full-time staff positions. Supporters said the public financing system has not kept pace with inflation and needs modernization to be viable; a few testifiers opposed the measure. The committee reported 30 in support, two opposed, and one comment, and then moved on without a vote. Finally, HB 371 was heard, a campaign contribution bill that would bar state and county contractors, grantees, and certain related persons from contributing during the contract period. The Campaign Spending Commission said the bill is intended to address pay-to-play concerns and false-name contributions, while the State Procurement Office raised concerns about the burden of requiring agencies to provide contract information for all contracts regardless of dollar value. The testimony ended with the commission saying it was working with procurement and the Attorney General on implementation details; no vote was taken.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services Jan 15th, 2025

Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • We think there's definitely an opportunity there. and community outreach.
  • So this is for outreach.
  • But yes, we had a decrease in COVID because the effects of COVID for outreach, the physical outreach.
  • These are the actual types of outreach activities.
  • But yes, we had a decrease in COVID because the effects of COVID for outreach, the physical outreach.
Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services heard a base budget overview for the 2025-26 fiscal year, which was presented as a $46.8 billion starting point for the silo. Staff explained that HHS accounts for about half of the state base budget and roughly 36% of general revenue, with AHCA and Medicaid making up the largest share. The committee then reviewed the PACE program for the elderly, including its eligibility, service model, growth in applications, slot funding and reversions, and the agency’s plan to move from the federal three-way agreement to a more detailed two-party contract to improve accountability, transparency, and reporting. Members raised concerns about unfilled slots, reversions, rural access, and the need for clearer return-on-investment data; the agency said it would follow up on some of those questions. The committee also heard from the Agency for Persons with Disabilities on its statewide dental program. APD described its history of appropriations, the failed January 2024 solicitation, and a new up-to-$11.5 million solicitation focused on preventive care, community partnerships, teledentistry, and coordination with other services. Members questioned overlap with Medicaid dental coverage, the effect of Medicaid unwinding on APD clients, and whether state dollars were duplicating federally supported services; APD said it tries to act as payer of last resort and that services would continue during procurement. Public testimony from an APD stakeholder and the Florida Dental Association emphasized Medicaid eligibility problems for waiver recipients, low reimbursement rates, limited access to anesthesia and hospital-based dental care, and concerns that proposed Medicaid changes could reduce access for special-needs patients. The Department of Veterans’ Affairs then presented on state veterans service officers and benefits assistance. FDVA highlighted its role in helping veterans access federal benefits, reporting about $27.9 billion in federal dollars flowing into Florida and a high return on state investment. The department said it has increased outreach, claims processing, and services, and has trained staff to identify mental health concerns through its Overwatch program. In response to questions, FDVA discussed plans to expand adult day health care at a new veterans nursing home and possibly at existing locations with additional state funding. At the end of the meeting, the committee completed its presentations and adjourned without objection.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • SB 822 places strong emphasis on outreach, strong emphasis on due diligence, on due diligence, on outreach
  • Digital asset holders must conduct outreach.
  • They have lots of means to do outreach.
  • They have lots of means to do outreach.
  • But there's no limit on what kind of outreach can be done.
Summary: The Assembly Banking and Finance Committee held an informational hearing on digital asset innovation, with opening remarks framing cryptocurrencies, blockchain, stablecoins, tokenization, and decentralized finance as a growing part of the financial system. Dennis Porter of Satoshi Action Fund presented on the market size, institutional adoption, use cases such as remittances and small-business payments, and policy developments at the federal and state levels. He also discussed risks including volatility, cybersecurity, and illicit use, while arguing that clear regulation can support innovation and consumer protection. State Controller Malia Cohen then updated the committee on implementation of SB 822, California’s unclaimed digital asset law. She explained that the law applies to custodial accounts, not self-custodied wallets, and requires holders to conduct outreach before dormant digital assets are transferred to the state in native form. Committee discussion focused on how abandonment is determined, what counts as account activity, the expected timeline for notices and custodian procurement, and the administrative costs and staffing needed to run the program. Controller staff said the state is still building procedures, working with Oregon, and expects a significant increase in claims once the program is operational. Porter returned with a proposal for a California digital asset reserve fund built on unclaimed digital assets under SB 822. He argued the fund could be cost-neutral, use only high-quality digital assets, and include guardrails such as an advisory board, audits, and public reporting. Committee members expressed interest in diversification and consumer protection, but also raised concerns about volatility, documentation, and market downturns. The hearing ended after public comment from industry and advocacy representatives, including support from the California Blockchain Advocacy Coalition, the Crypto Council for Innovation, and Coinbase, all urging clear, technology-neutral policy to keep innovation and jobs in California.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • We have issue number three, California Workplace Outreach Program, CWOP. We welcome you.
  • The California Workplace Outreach Project, formerly known as the COVID-19 Workplace Outreach Project,
  • The fact that we have a COVID-19 outreach program surviving past 2021 is a problem.
  • So whether or not it's the COVID Worker Outreach Project or the California Worker Outreach Project.
  • Massive language outreach.
Keywords: 988, house, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Banking and Finance Committee Feb 18th, 2026

Banking and Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • SB 822 places strong emphasis on outreach, strong emphasis on due diligence, on due diligence, on outreach
  • Digital asset holders must conduct outreach.
  • Outreach includes certified mail for accounts valued at $50 or more.
  • They have lots of means to do outreach.
  • But there's no limit on what kind of outreach can be done.
Keywords: 988, house, all
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

IC - Legislative Health and Human Services Aug 18th, 2025

Legislative Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And as a result, there's been more targeted outreach.
  • and support. have that level of outreach and supports and referrals.
  • And it's on the community providers as well through their outreach.
  • Madam Secretary, what is your budget for outreach for this program?
  • What was the outreach? Or just tell me how these partners were recruited or chosen.
WA
Transcript Highlights:
  • So we knew we would have to address that in our outreach strategy.
  • We were able to do additional targeted, inclusive outreach about the opportunity to... ...and schools
  • We were able to do additional targeted, inclusive outreach about the opportunity to producers who are
  • And we do feel that we're well positioned in the department to support any outreach that could help a
  • It's not every employer's ideal to get outreach from Employment Security, so we are happy to be an outreach
Summary: The Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee reviewed several House bills in executive session. Staff briefed bills on aviation assurances for wildland fire response (HB 2104), derelict vessels (HB 2199), irrigation district director spouse employment conflicts (HB 2223), statewide food security strategy (HB 2238), water quality and game farms (HB 2343), timber sales efficiencies (HB 2348), treaty reserve fishing rights and repeal of Initiative 456 (HB 2554), and a task force on reducing regulatory stress in agriculture (HB 2619). Members noted that HB 2238 had been heard previously as a striker but was now being considered as the engrossed substitute. Several bills had no amendments and little or no fiscal impact, while others carried modest fiscal notes. The committee took action on most bills: HB 2104, HB 2199, HB 2238, HB 2348, HB 2554, and HB 2619 all received due pass recommendations and were sent either to Ways and Means or Rules, with votes recorded by voice and no opposition noted. The committee took no action on HB 2223 or HB 2343. Members also thanked staff and acknowledged departing senators for their service. In the work session, the Washington State Department of Agriculture presented an overview of the 2024 local farms, workers, and food overtime reimbursement grant. WSDA described how it used targeted outreach, cross-agency coordination, and a streamlined application to administer the one-time program, which reimbursed qualifying overtime wages for hand-harvest vegetable farms selling to local markets and schools. The agency reported that 24 farms received about $213,000 total, and members asked about lessons learned, including how the experience might inform future grant design and broader agricultural support programs.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Health and Human Services - 02/19/25

Health and Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
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  • This SNAP outreach program is in existence.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee 2/25/26

Children and Families Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
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  • SNAP outreach payment error rates.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • Outreach and education is always going to happen.
  • Finally, increased staffing and an innovative mobile outreach eligibility strategy in San Diego County
  • We have client-facing FAQs and other outreach materials, so we'll make sure that gets to you as well.
  • So under CalFresh, we still need those outreach dollars to be able to reach those individuals.
  • I'd be remiss not to give a shout-out to outreach on CalFresh.
Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Human Services held an informational hearing focused on the impacts of federal HR1 on CalFresh and Medi-Cal, along with related state mitigation efforts. CDSS, DHCS, DDS, county representatives, LAO, and Finance discussed automatic exemptions, data-sharing between departments, county workload, and the timing of implementation. CDSS said about two-thirds of adults ages 18 to 64 are already known to be exempt in CalFresh, and that administrative data matches could newly exempt about 200,000 of the roughly 955,000 adults potentially at risk. DHCS said Medi-Cal work requirements would begin in 2027 and the department is working to automate exemptions, including for IHSS recipients and some caregivers, while DDS said its population is expected to be covered by auto-exemptions. County welfare directors emphasized that individualized worker contact is critical, that counties need more staffing and stable funding, and that without it they expect delays, higher error rates, and reduced exemption screening capacity. Members pressed for written timelines, county-by-county impact data, and clearer guidance; the administration said it would provide follow-up materials and technical assistance. No votes were taken. The committee then heard a separate discussion on a proposed CFAP expansion or “CFAP Plus” concept to provide state-funded benefits to additional populations affected by HR1, including lawfully present non-citizens and ABODs. CDSS said implementation could not occur before October 1, 2027 because of policy and system-design constraints, and that adding unique eligibility rules would increase complexity and cost. Finance cautioned that any expansion would have General Fund impacts likely in the hundreds of millions to multiple billions. Members asked for cost estimates and technical feedback on trailer bill language, and CDSS said it would review the proposal and respond. The hearing also covered CDSS’s CalFresh strategic plan and mandated reporter training updates. CDSS said it is hiring a strategic plan lead to develop a long-term, data-informed CalFresh plan, and that the revised mandated reporter training is on track for launch in fall/winter 2026, ahead of the July 1, 2027 statutory deadline. The training will include updated content on structural racism, ICWA protections, implicit bias, and the distinction between reporting and supporting families. Members praised the work and asked for continued updates. Later panels focused on Promise Neighborhoods, Stop the Hate, and housing programs. Promise Neighborhood advocates and CDSS described the state’s prior $12 million investment, a positive evaluation showing roughly a 4-to-1 return, and a new proposal to support place-based partnerships and community schools through AB 1969. Stop the Hate grantees and CDSS reported that the program has provided direct services, prevention, and statewide coordination to millions of Californians, and urged reauthorization before funding expires; members asked for best-practice language and discussed focusing future funding on solidarity work, harm reduction, legal services, and education. Finally, CDSS presented on the CalWORKs Housing Support Program and Housing and Disability Advocacy Program, saying proposed General Fund investments of $105 million and $55 million would prevent funding cliffs and allow the programs to continue through 2026-27, while the absence of new funding would force reductions in housing assistance, subsidies, and enrollments.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • So in addition to the work that the counties do day in and day out, we have a formal CalFresh outreach
  • And so these are organizations that don't just ...do CalFresh outreach exclusively.
  • Outreach work is one important way to get there, such as the CalFresh Outreach Network of Area Agencies
  • If we can get to the national average through outreach and enrollment work and from there into being
  • Another solution that I want to highlight is a budget request for $14 million for CalFresh outreach.
Keywords: 988, house, all
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • And so, um, there are a bunch of folks that have been doing outreach on that.
  • And so, um, there are a bunch of folks that have been doing outreach on that.
  • </c> that have been doing outreach on that. that have been doing outreach on that.
  • And so in preparation and tax outreach.
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Keywords: 919, house, all
Summary: The committee heard House File 2499, authored by Representative Lee, which would expand Minnesota’s renters’ credit to more closely match the homestead credit for homeowners. Lee explained that the bill would raise the income cutoff from about $75,389 to $143,140 and increase the maximum credit to $3,500, with the goal of addressing what she described as an inequity between renters and homeowners who both pay property taxes. She cited revenue estimates showing the change could make about 80,000 additional renters eligible, while acknowledging the bill would be costly to enact this year. Nan Madden of the Minnesota Budget Project testified in support, describing how the renters’ credit works, including the assumption that 17% of rent goes toward property taxes. She highlighted 2022 data showing most recipients had low incomes, many were seniors or people with disabilities, and participation was higher in greater Minnesota in some respects. Michael Dah of Homeline also supported the bill, saying renters face rising housing costs and use the credit for basic needs such as groceries, school supplies, medical care, and car repairs. Members discussed whether expanding the credit would simply benefit landlords or encourage rent increases. Representative Anderson opposed the bill on the grounds that policy should incentivize homeownership, while Representative Huitt argued the credit could help renters build savings and move toward homeownership if they choose. Representative Lee responded that the housing market is broken and that the credit is one tool to help renters in a broader housing continuum. The discussion also covered outreach and administration of the credit, including the recent move to file it with income taxes, electronic certificates of rent paid, and funding for tax-preparation assistance and outreach through VITA sites and community organizations. The bill was laid over for possible inclusion in the omnibus tax bill.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Education Policy - 02/03/25

Education Policy

Transcript Highlights:
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  • > and</c> ensure Outreach has been Outreach and ensure Outreach has been Outreach and interventions<00
  • to families even over a short Outreach to families even over a short period<00:15:46.199><c> of</c>
  • Our tier two intervention is personal outreach with staff members mentoring students.
  • Ideally, it starts with the school doing as much outreach and intervention as possible.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Health and Human Services - 03/05/26

Health and Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • :40:48.280><c> is</c> outreach is completely trusted is outreach is completely trusted is completed<00
  • And funding SNAP outreach is imperative.
  • This funding supports all SNAP outreach grantee organizations.
  • </c> would ensure Minnesota SNAP outreach would ensure Minnesota SNAP outreach remains<00:46:53.760><
  • So, thank you strong outreach program.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
WA
Transcript Highlights:
  • We'll be able to opt out for that one, and then we anticipate we'll do some targeted outreach.
  • So we do, but to your question, Senator, we do extensive outreach.
  • So we do, but to your question, Senator, we do extensive outreach.
  • It's paid for through subgrants to the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, so a lot of our outreach
  • But outreach is something we can certainly do, so I would make that comment.
Summary: The Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee met on January 7, 2026, approved the December minutes, and adopted an amended work plan. Staff proposed moving the drug takeback program sunset review up to 2026 and delaying the thermal energy network pilot review to 2028, which would free capacity for new studies. Members also noted bills that would eliminate two recurring JLARC reports, including one on unemployment insurance training benefits and one on lodging tax revenue reporting. The committee then discussed JLARC’s own performance measures and a pilot approach for evaluating tax preference performance statements in fiscal notes. Staff said JLARC will begin surveying members and the full legislature on satisfaction, track invitations to present to other committees, monitor recommendation resolution rates, staff retention, on-time report delivery, peer review results, and national recognition. For tax preference reviews, staff proposed a standard rubric to assess whether performance metrics match policy goals, are measurable, use reliable data, and allow enough time for evaluation; members generally supported the effort. Staff also outlined planned changes to public records reporting, including allowing agencies to opt out of tracking low-volume metrics, targeted outreach to nonreporting agencies, better data validation, clearer online guidance, and a survey of public records officers. The main audit presentation was a preliminary report on ignition interlock device compliance and monitoring. JLARC found that about 41% of drivers required to install devices had done so, with installation rates rising sharply with income; half of affected drivers earned less than $28,000 a year, and the typical annual device cost was about $2,700. Staff said the state’s financial assistance program has limited reach and lacks clear goals, performance measures, and coordination between the Department of Licensing and State Patrol. They recommended that the agencies formalize their roles and develop a coordinated strategy to improve installation rates. State Patrol and Licensing said they support the findings, described recent outreach pilots, and said they would work on a management plan and possible expansion of outreach efforts. JLARC also presented an expedited preliminary report on the drug take-back program’s fee setting and expenditures. Staff concluded that the current fee design limits the Department of Health’s ability to recover oversight costs and that public reporting of oversight expenditures would improve transparency. They recommended that DOH publicly report its oversight activities and that the legislature amend the fee structure to remove the cap tied to program operator expenditures. DOH agreed the current structure does not fully recover costs and said it would support a statutory change. The committee adjourned after noting its next regular meeting is scheduled for April 8, 2026.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • So in addition to the work that the counties do day in and day out, we have a formal CalFresh outreach
  • And so these are organizations that don't just do CalFresh outreach exclusively.
  • By funding, training, worker time, and outreach, the state can help vulnerable Californians maintain
  • Outreach work is one important way to get there, such as the CalFresh Outreach Network of Area Agencies
  • If we can get to the national average through outreach and enrollment work and from there into being
Summary: The committee held its second hearing on CalFresh enrollment and nutrition, focused on the effects of H.R. 1 on eligibility, administration, and food access in California. The Legislative Analyst’s Office and the Department of Social Services outlined major federal changes: expanded work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents, narrowed eligibility for certain lawfully present non-citizens, and new state and county cost-sharing for both administrative and benefit costs. Officials said about 665,000 Californians could lose benefits under the work requirement, roughly 72,000 non-citizens could lose eligibility, and California could face hundreds of millions to billions in new costs depending on error rates and implementation details. DSS described its mitigation efforts, including county guidance, trainings, automation, outreach materials, and coordination with workforce programs, while county representatives argued the workload is larger than current funding assumptions and that staffing and training needs are urgent. Members also heard from a CalFresh recipient, Lauren Keltz, who described how benefits helped her family during her daughter’s medical crisis and how a clerical error led to the loss of food, health, and cash assistance, contributing to homelessness and food insecurity. Her testimony was used to underscore the consequences of administrative errors and benefit disruptions. Grocery and agriculture representatives said CalFresh is not only an anti-hunger program but also a major economic driver, with benefits spent locally at grocery stores, farmers markets, and farm stands. They warned that cuts would reduce demand for fresh food, hurt independent grocers and small farmers, and increase reliance on food banks, while urging continued support for market match and farm-to-food-bank programs. In the second panel, advocates and local administrators emphasized the human and operational impacts of the federal changes. The California Immigrant Policy Center called for expanding the state-funded California Food Assistance Program to cover more immigrants excluded by H.R. 1. A San Francisco eligibility worker and a San Diego county administrator said the new rules will add substantial casework, require more client outreach and exemption screening, and strain already limited staffing. Justice in Aging stressed that CalFresh is a key anti-hunger tool for older adults and people with disabilities, especially as housing and health costs rise, and supported outreach funding for seniors. Throughout the hearing, members discussed the need for state funding, better automation, and stronger county and community partnerships to reduce disenrollment and protect access to food.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Agriculture & Natural Resources Feb 23rd, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Agriculture & Natural Resources

Transcript Highlights:
  • So we knew we would have to address that in our outreach strategy.
  • We were able to do additional targeted, inclusive outreach about the opportunity to producers who are
  • The targeted outreach and those communication networks are absolutely lessons learned that we would want
  • And we do feel that we're well positioned in the department to support any outreach that could help a
  • It's not every employer's ideal to get outreach from Employment Security, so we are happy to be an outreach
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Rules Committee May 13th, 2026

Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • What does outreach look like to you? Yeah. Outreach is... Their rights in that instance as well.
  • What does outreach look like to you? Yeah, outreach is done in many, many different ways.
  • We do a lot of radio and television outreach, social media outreach.
  • They don't have the outreach.
  • They don't have the outreach.
Keywords: 987, senate, all