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NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Appropriations and Finance Mar 20th, 2025
House Appropriations & Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- The county commission would do that. So, Would they go to the county then and ask them to do that?
- But that's the county commission's The job of any county is to set the tax rate for that county.
- Gibbs County Clerks 20.
- Joy Esparza, Executive Director for New Mexico Counties. As Mr.
- through New Mexico counties.
Committee:
House House Appropriations & Finance
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
Senate Energy and Natural Resources (01/27/2026)
Energy and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- I think we actually reached that point where we actually exceeded cost in Hawaii and Alaska around 1994
- So in states like Hawaii, Connecticut, regulators have adopted or proposed performance-based rate making
- So in states like Hawaii, Connecticut, regulators have adopted or proposed performance-based rate making
- So in states like Hawaii, Connecticut, regulators have adopted or proposed performance-based rate making
- The New Hampshire California and Hawaii.
Committee:
Senate Energy and Natural Resources
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Mar 16th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Community Action Board of Santa Cruz County, with more than 35 years of nonprofit leadership experience
- Tonya Doe has led the Ciskew County Economic Development Council since 2005, rising to the challenge
- of advancing bold, often unexpected strategies in one of California's most rural counties.
- Dana Storer, CEO of the San Mateo County Events Center, is a visionary leader with more than 35 years
- Peggy Price serves as supervisor of Imperial County District 3.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- We're in Conference Room 224, Hawaii State Capitol.
Committee:
Senate Labor and Technology
Summary:
The Committee on Labor and Technology met for decision making on Friday, March 28, 2025, and considered two related resolutions, STR 145 and SR 117, concerning the creation of a legislative working group to develop recommendations for establishing and implementing a paid family and medical leave program for Hawaii. The chair explained that the committee would move the measures as a Senate draft with several amendments to clarify that the Department of Labor would convene the working group and could contract with an independent third-party consultant for facilitation, legal and regulatory review, comparative analysis, compliance and eligibility analysis, staffing and operating requirements, drafting recommendations, and the final report.
The committee also amended the resolutions to require review of relevant federal and state laws and existing programs, specifically including the Orisa prepaid healthcare act family leave reference as stated in the transcript, and to add an actuarial study or analysis of Hawaii’s workforce, employers, and potential beneficiaries. Another amendment removed LRB as a technical assistance resource because of budget concerns raised in testimony, while clarifying that the Department of Labor may contract for those services. The chair also noted that a representative would be added as a member of the working group, and that the chair of the working group could add other stakeholders as needed, along with any technical, non-substantive amendments for clarity and consistency.
No questions or concerns were raised, and the committee voted to recommend passage of STR 145 and SR 117 with amendments. The votes were unanimous, and the recommendations were adopted, concluding the agenda.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Right now it just says the county and like well what does that actually mean?
- Right now it just says the county and like well what does that actually mean?
- Right now it just says the county and like well what does that actually mean?
- Right now it just says the county and like well what does that actually mean?
- </c> Washington, Illinois, and Hawaii. Washington, Illinois, and Hawaii.
Committee:
Senate Commerce
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- It was a state tie that Hawaii couldn't have House members wear one.
- I had a bill that was going to help all the schools, cities, and counties.
- I had a bill that was going to help all the school, cities, and counties.
- And, you know, one of the big projects that we have in Grant County is rehabbing Fort Bayard.
- Counties, are those numbers like we talked about yesterday or the day before, whatever it was?
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, prayers and pledges, and several procedural announcements, including permission for cameras, a relaxed dress code for guests, and excusing a few senators. Members also recognized numerous guests and honorary lieutenant governors, and discussed a planned bolo tie contest tied to New Mexico tradition and state history. The chamber then moved to business, including the confirmation of Anna Silva as Secretary of the General Services Department.
The confirmation drew broad support from senators on both sides, who praised Silva’s long career in state government, her management experience, and her work on major projects such as the executive office building, procurement reforms, and facilities management. After debate, the Senate voted unanimously to confirm her appointment. Silva’s family and guests were recognized from the floor after the vote.
The Senate then took up House Bill 2 and 3, the state budget. Senator Muñoz presented the Senate Finance version as a balanced budget with about $11.1 billion in spending, 27% reserves, recurring investments in health care, early childhood, public safety, education, roads, housing, and economic development, and targeted nonrecurring spending for items such as water, universities, and innovation sectors. Supporters emphasized affordability, teacher health insurance parity, medical residency funding, rural and community investments, and public safety funding. Critics raised concerns about the size of the budget, the late availability and complexity of the bill, the removal of a proposed 1% pay raise for state employees, and whether spending priorities and education dollars were being allocated effectively. No final vote on the budget was shown in the transcript excerpt.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- In addition, the bill significantly increases local government aid and county program aid to counties
- Counties that have an older need.
- </c> all counties across Minnesota. Thanks. all counties across Minnesota. Thanks.
- . counties. counties.
- </c> all our cities and all our counties. all our cities and all our counties.
Committee:
House Taxes
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Full Formal with Calendar) Jul 23rd, 2026
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- sixth, seventh, eighth, ninth in the nation—ninth in the nation—behind only states like North Dakota, Hawaii
- Behind only states like North Dakota, Hawaii, Vermont, New Mexico, Delaware, New York, Connecticut, and
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Governor's Message 790, submitting for consideration and confirmation of Chief Judge of the State of Hawaii
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
Summary:
The Judiciary Committee met on Thursday, April 24, and considered several judicial nominations and confirmations. The first items were Governor’s Messages 790, 788, and 789, naming nominees for Chief Judge of the Intermediate Court of Appeals and Circuit Court Judge positions for the First Circuit. Members briefly discussed the nominations, including one public concern raised about Judge Karen El Holma, but the chair and members stated the nominees were qualified and recommended consent in each case. All three nominations were approved by unanimous votes of the members present, with some members excused.
The committee then took up Judiciary Communications 29, 30, and 31, covering confirmations to the District Family Court and District Court of the First Circuit for six-year terms. The committee again recommended consent on each item and adopted those recommendations without objection. For JC 31, the chair noted that the nominee was absent due to a family memorial for her father-in-law and asked members not to weigh that absence against her. The nominations were approved, and applause followed several of the votes.
At the end of the meeting, the chair announced that the Senate floor vote was anticipated for Wednesday, April 30 at 11:30 a.m., and then adjourned the committee.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, my wonderful staff, for your support and efforts as we serve the people of Hawaii.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, March 17, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I rise today to recognize Newcastle County Councilman Penrose Hollands, who was recently awarded the
- </c> member of our Chester County community. member of our Chester County community.
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- So in Hawaii which is an island state.
- Port Authority to Playhouse County Port Authority to Playhouse Square<06:15:16.958><c> and</c><06:15
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jan 12th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- presence enriches the social and cultural fabric of our cities and towns from Los Angeles, Orange County
- presence enriches the social and cultural fabric of our cities and towns from Los Angeles, Orange County
- Orange County, to the San Francisco Bay Area, and beyond.
- She was a member of the Board of Equalization, on the board of supervisors in Orange County, a member
- So I concur with the other gentleman from Orange County in applauding all of your efforts.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 042 Feb 25th, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c> county commissioners. county commissioners.
- Um, as a planning commissioner in the past, as a county commissioner, I can tell you in my home county
- We worked on the county roads counties.
- Well, I have eight counties.
Summary:
The House convened with a quorum, approved the corrected journal, and heard several announcements about upcoming committee meetings, events at the Capitol, and recognitions, including Music Therapy Day, Black History Month activities, adoptable puppies, and a Colorado Agricultural Forum. Members also celebrated Representative Story’s birthday and recognized the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) for its long-running support of arts, culture, science access, and economic impact in Colorado. The House adopted Senate Joint Resolution 12, designating February 20, 2026, as Colorado FFA Day, by a vote of 64-1 with one excused.
The chamber then moved to special orders for several bills. The first major bill considered was House Bill 1017, which would prohibit insurers from receiving criminal restitution unless they are direct victims. Sponsors argued the bill prioritizes human victims, prevents restitution from becoming an unpayable burden on low-income defendants, and clarifies the law in response to court concerns and stakeholder feedback. Opponents argued it would shift costs to taxpayers and policyholders and could increase civil litigation and insurance premiums. An amendment, L005, was adopted to clarify the bill’s scope, and the bill then passed as amended.
The House also took up House Bill 114, concerning minimum lot size and local land-use rules. An amendment, L002, was offered to prohibit certain local lot frontage, setback, open-space, or coverage requirements that would effectively prevent construction of a single-family home on a 2,000-square-foot residential lot. Supporters framed the measure as protecting housing access, while opponents argued it would override local land-use decision-making and public hearing processes. The transcript ends during debate on a substitute motion related to the amendment, before final action on House Bill 114 is shown.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- [clears throat] In my 18<00:30:26.720><c> county</c><00:30:27.039><c> region,</c> 18 county region, 18
- In Anoka County, that's 49 days.
- Is this for Anoka County taxpayers.
- </c> of that is to an Oka County. of that is to an Oka County.
- The county is one of the largest of the 21 Minnesota counties that are served by only one library.
Committee:
Senate Education Finance
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Health Committee Mar 25th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Malik Bynum with the County Behavioral Health Directors Association, and proud support.
- In some specialties, they either don't exist in the county or there might be one in the county, and so
- Specialties either don't exist in the county or there might be one in the county, and so I'm just wondering
- Many states, including Texas, Illinois, Kansas, Hawaii, North Carolina, Oregon, Alaska, Utah, Arkansas
- Good afternoon, Dylan Elliott, on behalf of the city and county of San Francisco, as well as the California
Summary:
The Assembly Health Committee met on March 25, 2025, with Chair Mia Bonta presiding and initially operating as a subcommittee until quorum was established. The committee heard several health-related bills, including AB 73 on creating a Black Mental Health Navigator certification, AB 499 on lowering the state reimbursement trigger for the Robert F. Kennedy Farm Workers Medical Plan, AB 843 on aligning California health insurance language-access rules with federal standards, AB 257 on a specialty care network using telehealth and virtual services for Medi-Cal and underserved communities, AB 64 on allowing diacritical marks on vital records, AB 315 on the Home and Community-Based Alternatives waiver, and AB 40 on clarifying that emergency services include reproductive health services such as abortion. Testimony generally emphasized disparities in access, culturally competent care, language access, rural provider shortages, and the importance of preserving or expanding programs that help vulnerable populations.
Supporters included authors, state and local health organizations, advocacy groups, and affected individuals. AB 73 was backed as a way to address stigma, mistrust, and culturally competent mental health access for Black Californians. AB 499 was described as helping keep a self-insured farmworker health plan operational while maintaining a low-cost, labor-management model. AB 843 was supported as a way to prevent children and families from having to translate sensitive medical and insurance information and to protect limited-English-proficient Californians. AB 257 drew support as a demonstration project to improve specialty care access through California-based clinicians and virtual care, with examples of reduced wait times and costs. AB 64 received emotional testimony from the author, a child and his family, and others about the importance of accurately recording names with accents and other marks. AB 315 was presented as a cost-neutral or cost-saving way to expand home- and community-based care for medically fragile people, with strong support from disability, health, and provider groups. AB 40 drew support from reproductive health and medical organizations, while one opposition witness argued it could conflict with emergency care standards and overburden emergency departments.
The committee took roll-call votes and advanced AB 499, AB 73, AB 843, AB 257, AB 64, AB 315, and AB 40 to Appropriations, with AB 40 receiving some no votes. The committee also adopted its 2025-26 rules and approved a consent calendar that included AB 225, AB 304, AB 403, AB 688, and AB 951. Several measures were initially placed on call and later lifted and recorded as passing out of committee before adjournment.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Hearing Assembly Human Services and Senate Human Services Aug 19th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- . ...across California, especially in Tulare County.
- I'll speak maybe on behalf of counties and public entities.
- The county does not have money. Counties do not have money to backfill state and federal funding.
- That is a county investment, not required, not mandated.
- That is a county investment, not required, not mandated.
Summary:
The Senate and Assembly Human Services Committees held a special oversight hearing on California’s 2026-27 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) state plan, a federal anti-poverty funding stream. Committee members opened by citing statewide poverty and homelessness data and said the hearing was meant to review how CSBG dollars are used, how local agencies respond to community needs, and how the state is preparing for possible federal funding cuts. Jason Wimbley of the Department of Community Services and Development (CSD) explained that California’s CSBG network works through 60 organizations in 58 counties, serving about 1.5 million low-income Californians in 2023, and that the state received $68.4 million in federal CSBG funds in fiscal year 2025. He described the program as flexible funding used for housing, employment, education, food, health, transportation, and emergency response, and noted that the federal administration had proposed eliminating CSBG, though the Senate Appropriations Committee had voted to fully fund it for the coming year.
Representatives from the California Community Action Partnership Association and several CSBG-funded agencies described how the program supports local anti-poverty work and leverages other funding. CalCAPA emphasized local flexibility, workforce development, partnerships, and data systems such as ROMA, while also warning that agencies are preparing for possible reductions by tightening budgets, planning staffing contingencies, and seeking private foundation support. Agency witnesses from Contra Costa County, Northern California Indian Development Council, Proteus, and Sacred Heart Community Service described services including housing assistance, food distribution, utility help, employment training, youth programs, and culturally specific services for Native communities and migrant farmworkers. They repeatedly said CSBG is essential because it funds staffing and infrastructure that allow them to braid other grants and serve people who do not qualify for standard safety-net programs.
Members also asked about the impact of federal staffing changes and the Los Angeles fires. Wimbley said federal layoffs had affected some CSD programs but not CSBG administration, and that the department coordinated disaster response with state agencies and used CSBG-funded supply distribution, food, water, clothing, and documentation support during the fires. Witnesses said they were preparing for possible future cuts by diversifying funding, reducing expenses, and considering service changes, while county officials warned that state and federal reductions could not be backfilled locally. During public comment, one speaker urged stronger oversight of community action agencies and raised concerns about transparency and compliance with state law. The chair then thanked the witnesses, emphasized the importance of CSBG for low-income seniors, youth, and people with disabilities, and adjourned the hearing without any votes or formal action taken.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
House Chamber - Fri Feb 7, 2025, 12:00PM HST - Day 15
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And of course, to all of our students, we look forward to you taking leadership for Hawaii.
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Feb 18th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- County down at Acuna.
- And so the limitations, I think, are Twin Falls County, Canyon County, and Ada County.
- Canyon is waiting on what Ada County does. There's currently a parking issue in Ada County.
- Some counties, for example, we set up four new offices: Jerome County, Benewah County, Shoshone County
- , and Elmore County.
Summary:
The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee met with a quorum and first heard a budget presentation for the Department of Parks and Recreation. Legislative analyst Janet Jessup reviewed the agency’s structure, dedicated funds, prior ARPA and general fund infrastructure appropriations, and the department’s FY 2027 requests. Those requests included additional park personnel and trail maintenance staff, one-time project funding, and a supplemental $9.8 million transfer to move grant funds from a consolidated program into the current park operations program. Director Susan Buxton said the agency has no general fund request, emphasized the economic impact of outdoor recreation, and highlighted completed and ongoing capital projects at parks statewide, including Ponderosa, Heyburn, Priest Lake, Eagle Island, Cascade, Harriman, Ashtonia Trail, and Bruneau Dunes. Committee members asked about resident access to campsites, out-of-state pricing, vacancy filling, the new Twin Peaks property in Lemhi County, OHV education, and trail maintenance. Buxton said the agency is filling positions quickly, that higher nonresident fees have increased availability for Idahoans, and that the Twin Peaks acquisition is expected to become revenue-positive within two years.
The committee then heard the Office of the State Public Defender budget. Analyst Janica Bicharat summarized the office’s staffing, fund balance, and FY 2027 requests, which included six additional trial attorney positions, secure hosted data storage, and one-time laptop and data migration costs. Director Eric Frederickson described the agency’s transition to a statewide public defense system, noting that it inherited more than 1,300 cases on day one, has since reduced vacancies to about 7%, and is building pipelines for attorneys and social workers. He warned that the pending Tucker v. State of Idaho case could lead to renewed litigation if the system is not adequately funded. In response to questions, Frederickson said the office can absorb the current year’s rescissions through vacancy savings, but future cuts could force reductions in training and contract attorneys, increasing caseloads and risking attorney retention. He also said CPA case costs are running above appropriation, county lease/MOU issues remain unresolved in some counties, and public defenders are generally paid less than county prosecutors and attorney general attorneys. The committee adjourned after announcing the next day’s budget hearings for the Industrial Commission, Public Utilities Commission, and Secretary of State.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jan 16th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It is measured by whether a child in the Coachella Valley, in Imperial County, in San Bernardino County
- From the early migrants of Hawaii to those who rebuild lives after war, Korean entrepreneurs, artists
- He served as president of the Riverside County Farm Bureau and as a member of the Hemet-San Jacinto Basin
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Housing Finance and Policy Committee 2/24/26
Housing Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> nonprofit or county government and us. nonprofit or county government and us.
- Cloud, uh, the very hot market down in Rochester, uh, and then we've got seven-county, 16-county metro
- Cloud, uh, the very hot market down in Rochester, uh, and then we've got seven-county, 16-county metro
- Cloud, uh, the very hot market down in Rochester, uh, and then we've got seven-county, 16-county metro
- ,</c><01:21:00.440><c> 16-county</c> then we've got seven-county, 16-county then we've got seven-county
Committee:
House Housing Finance and Policy