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WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education Jan 21st, 2026 at 10:30 am

Early Learning & K-12 Education

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  • School districts and educational service districts may be eligible only when they are partnering with
  • Utilities, heat, power, water, they're not optional services, as it's already been stated.
  • And I know in Sequim, we have had to scale back on technology, technology that our students need, that
  • From 2000 to 2008, I served as technology director at Freeman School District.
  • From 2000 to 2008, I served as technology director at Freeman School District.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session 03-24-2026 11:30am

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

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  • President, throughout his service to the people of Hawaii, Bob has been a highly respected attorney,
  • I thought it was a critical service to the community that really you have not been given enough credit
  • I thought it was<00:09:59.640><c> a</c><00:09:59.680><c> critical</c><00:10:00.640><c> service</c><00
  • :10:01.000><c> to</c><00:10:01.120><c> the</c><00:10:01.200><c> community</c> was a critical service
  • to the community was a critical service to the community that<00:10:02.600><c> really</c><00:10:03.360
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/28/2026 - Senate Health and Human Services

Health and Human Services

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  • The Committee on Health and Human Services is called to order.
  • Not Indian Health Services facilities as well.
  • I'm with the Arizona Mad Moms, Mad Moms Services and Educational Fund.
  • Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
  • Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Mar 4th, 2026

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Bill 206 will make public EMS services considered essential for helping draw down federal funds
Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer, and included several member and gallery introductions, including recognition of the Doctor of the Day and family members of senators. The chamber then moved to floor business on several bills, with no major debate on most measures. Senate Bill 1465 extended the sunset date for the State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Surveyors to 2031 and passed 43-2, including as an emergency measure. Senate Bill 2110, as amended, allowed the sale of ungraded eggs up to 150 dozen, with the author explaining it was requested by constituents to support rural economics and farmers markets. Senators asked about the need for the bill, the cap, and food safety; the author said the limit was a starting point and noted the eggs would be sold off-premises. The bill advanced and passed 44-2. Senate Bill 1771, which authorizes the Workforce Commission to obtain more complete information on workforce development funds and retain outside counsel, had a title-restoring amendment adopted and then passed 35-11. Senate Bill 206, making public EMS services eligible as essential for drawing down federal funds, passed 42-5 and was also declared an emergency measure. The Senate also heard acknowledgements, including congratulations to Senator Seifried on her first successful day presiding and recognition of Catoosa Day at the Capitol. Announcements followed on appropriations and Oklahoma Women’s Day at the Capitol, and the Senate adjourned until Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • Um, you know, it's NRCS is a big one and, of course, USGS and the Forest Service.
  • a big one and of course USGS and the a big one and of course USGS and the Forest<00:03:52.640><c> Service
  • ><c> image</c><00:03:54.239><c> there</c><00:03:54.400><c> in</c><00:03:54.560><c> the</c> Forest Service
  • The image there in the Forest Service.
  • The technology got better, the sensors got better, and they were able to fly higher and still get the
Summary: The committee first approved minutes from prior meetings after a motion and second, then heard a presentation from Kent Annis and Boyd Sheerer of the Kentucky Division of Geographic Information on the state’s “KY from Above” aerial imagery and elevation program. The presenters described the program’s goals of creating openly accessible statewide imagery and elevation basemaps, reducing duplicative local and state spending, and supporting uses such as transportation, emergency response, utilities, broadband planning, property taxation, economic development, and education. They said the data is owned by the Commonwealth, distributed in the public domain, and has strong return on investment, with statewide ortho imagery coverage completed in 2022 and elevation phases completed or underway in multiple stages. The witnesses emphasized that the program relies on cost-sharing among state, local, and federal partners and that a small state “seed” appropriation is needed to leverage larger federal contributions. They said about $300,000 a year in seed money could help secure additional federal funds, while a three-year imagery refresh cycle would cost about $5.7 million annually and storage/processing about $150,000 a year. They also noted that no subscription fee is charged for access, opposed charging for use of the data even by for-profit users, and said the program is intended as an economic development tool that avoids multiple entities paying for the same geography. Members asked about the funding request, the potential federal match, and whether the state should charge private companies for access. The witnesses explained that the requested amount was for aerial photography and LAR seed money, that federal funds would not cover aerial photography directly, and that the program already uses a cost-share model with 28 partners rather than subscriptions. They also clarified that imagery is refreshed every three years and elevation data on a longer cycle, with elevation prioritized because it supports accuracy for roads, water lines, and broadband planning. The presentation concluded with no formal vote on the program itself; after questions ended, the chair thanked the witnesses and adjourned the meeting.
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hearings to examine reforming SBIR-STTR for the 21st century. Mar 5th, 2025 at 01:30 pm

Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It is Massachusetts' technology ecosystem that provides a fertile ground for innovation in the technology
  • , a location sensor technology.
  • So that's what technology is, and it has to be the best technology.
  • It's their technology.
  • . technologies.
Summary: The meeting focused on the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs (SBIR-STTR), emphasizing the critical reforms necessary to enhance their effectiveness. Chair Ernst introduced the Innovate Act to streamline processes, ensuring funding is awarded based on merit and addressing existing abuses within the system. The discussion was robust, with numerous members expressing concerns about phase transitions and the need for targeted funding to support impactful technological innovations. The conversation also highlighted the program's importance in fostering economic growth, particularly for small businesses in rural areas, and the urgency for legislative changes as the program's authorization approaches expiration.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
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  • They have to have a lot of services.
  • </c> Department of Human Services on Zoom. Department of Human Services on Zoom.
  • We're not human services. &gt;&gt; Oh, wait. We're not human services.
Summary: The committee heard testimony on SB 2047, relating to pharmacy benefit managers. The Insurance Division said the bill would require new enforcement resources and estimated an appropriation of about $1.5 million and five positions. Kaiser Permanente asked for an amendment to exclude HMOs from the definition of third-party PBMs, saying the bill should not interfere with integrated care models. PCMA and the Hawaii Pharmacist Association supported narrowing amendments, with pharmacists objecting to section 3 and warning the bill as amended could create major operational burdens and a significant general fund cost. No vote was taken in the portion provided, and the chair moved on to the next measure after questions. The committee then took up SB 2080, which would allow Hawaii to join the psychology interjurisdictional compact. Supporters, including DCR, the Hawaii Association of Health Plans, the Hawaii State Association of Counties, the Grassroot Institute, and others, said the compact would expand access to psychology services, especially for people in rural areas or those needing continuity of care while traveling. Opponents, including the Board of Psychology and a Shamanad University psychology professor, raised concerns about client safety, crisis-response procedures, enforcement costs, FBI background checks, and possible loss of state control over training and specialization standards. The board said Hawaii’s current 1,900-hour internship/postdoc requirement is higher than the compact’s standard and that the state is still implementing a separate provisional licensing law that may address some access issues. The discussion focused on whether the compact would meaningfully reduce shortages and whether Hawaii should instead pursue changes within its existing licensing system. Finally, the committee heard SB 2277 on hospital price transparency. The Office of Consumer Protection initially noted the bill could require significant staffing, but later testimony from SHIP suggested the measure could be handled more simply by working with the Healthcare Association of Hawaii and publicly posting violations. The Healthcare Association of Hawaii opposed the bill, arguing hospitals already must comply with federal CMS transparency rules and that adding state requirements would increase costs and legal exposure, especially if violations were treated as unfair or deceptive trade practices. Steve Fenberg testified in support, saying the bill would simply codify existing federal requirements in state law and that he was open to amendments removing state enforcement and the unfair trade practice language. No final action was taken in the excerpt provided.
OK
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  • reinstates previous statute about new drivers qualifying for licensure and updates the language to include Service
  • The 10,000-foot view of the picture of what we're trying to solve is charging a fee for services already
  • I think that was the intent of the original... ...services already paid for by taxes.
  • I talked to Service Oklahoma, and they say they already have the ability to put it on there with no cost
  • voluntarily puts their blood type on a driver's license, if they make a mistake on their blood type, is Service
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and 5G technology.
  • His impressive record of public service in the field of science and technology policy include his...
  • past service as Chief Technology Officer of the United States, as well as the Undersecretary of Defense
  • I drafted non-regulatory guidance for emerging technologies to give the public trust in how these technologies
  • , PCAST, the National Science and Technology Council.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation featured significant discussions regarding technological advancements and their implications for the future. Notably, nominations were made for key positions in the White House's Office of Science and Technology Policy and the Federal Trade Commission. Committee members expressed the importance of leading in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and quantum computing, emphasizing that the pace of innovation is crucial for maintaining the United States' global position as a leader in technology. The discussions also highlighted the role of the FTC in protecting consumers from deceptive business practices and ensuring fair competition in the marketplace. Attendees underscored the urgency of advancing research and development in areas such as quantum computing, as evidenced by a demonstration of a new quantum chip anticipated to redefine computing capabilities across industries. Various members engaged in vibrant exchanges, showing support for initiatives aimed at bolstering innovation through public and private collaboration. Overall, the meeting set a strong agenda for pursuing future science and technology policies that ensure the U.S. remains at the forefront of global advancements.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

03/04/2026 - House Science & Technology

Science & Technology

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  • Science and Technology is called to order. Secretary, please note the roll.
  • Office within the Office of the Attorney General to pursue consumer fraud violations involving technology
  • Any balance above $10 million at the end of a fiscal year is transferred to the Foreign Adversary Technology
  • This is administered by the Department of Homeland Security to replace foreign adversary technology and
  • Yes, I just was wondering, so this is the Foreign Adversary Technology Rip and Replace Fund.
Bills: SB1308
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Business and Commerce May 20th, 2025

Business & Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • services, and emerging IT needs.
  • services, and it adds a clear definition of technology services for commodity purchasing, streamlining
  • New AI startups moving here, data centers, or the incorporation of technology into government services
  • We do sell services, sir, but I'm really bringing a perspective from my time in the service.
  • out for services?
Summary: The committee took up several pending business items and reported a series of House bills out of committee, including HB 2467, HB 2468, HB 2518, HB 4310, HB 4386, HB 4490, HB 5323, and HB 149. Most of these were advanced on committee substitute motions and sent to the local and uncontested calendar or reported favorably to the full Senate. HB 2467 drew one nay vote, while the others were approved without opposition. HB 4310 and HB 4386 were described as committee-substitute versions with changes narrowing disclosure requirements and preserving attorney-client privilege in certain circumstances. A major portion of the meeting focused on HB 149, an AI governance bill. The substitute was explained as addressing biometric identifier capture and storage, exempting certain AI uses for security and fraud prevention, clarifying definitions, restricting AI systems that simulate explicit child sexual content, adjusting Attorney General investigative authority, refining sandbox program waivers, reducing Texas AI Council powers and membership, and adding DIR coordination provisions. The committee adopted the substitute and reported the bill favorably. The committee then heard extensive testimony on HB 1500, the DIR sunset bill. The author said the bill would continue DIR for 12 years, restructure its board, update advisory committees, require regular cybersecurity assessments and penetration testing for state agencies, improve IT procurement training, and transfer the e-grants program to the Comptroller. A Texas 2036 witness supported the bill as a way to strengthen governance, procurement, and cybersecurity. Members asked detailed questions about the bill’s structure and then left HB 1500 pending. The committee also heard a lengthy presentation on HB 150, which would create the Texas Cyber Command as a component of the University of Texas System, administratively attached to UTSA and located in San Antonio. The author argued the command would centralize cyber threat intelligence, incident response, and digital forensics, and would be able to support state and local entities, with optional services for local governments. Members raised concerns about university mission drift, governance, security, chain of command, procurement authority, gifts and donations, and civil liberties implications of proactive cyber monitoring. Witnesses from UTSA/NSCC and SecurityScorecard testified in support, emphasizing the security of the downtown San Antonio facility, the existing cyber ecosystem there, and the need for a dedicated cyber capability. The bill remained under discussion with no final committee action announced in the excerpt.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Technology, Economic Development, & Veterans Jan 14th, 2026 at 08:00 am

Technology, Economic Development, & Veterans

Transcript Highlights:
  • Welcome to day two already of the Technology, Economic Development, and Veterans Committee.
  • So the technology that exists today, the learning technology of artificial intelligence, is relatively
  • Keaton, technology to detect that this occurred?
  • So I don't think any technological solution is needed.
  • I am still Rose Feliciano with the technology, with TechNet. I apologize.
Bills: HB1170, HB2157, HB2225
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Human Services Finance and Policy Committee 3/3/26

Human Services Finance and Policy

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Bills: HF3526, HF3375, HF3469
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Ways & Means Feb 27th, 2026 at 02:30 pm

Ways & Means

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  • It provides solid waste services for the region.
  • It requires a data center that seeks electricity service or is already receiving service to agree to
  • Additionally, an agency that is deploying AI technology through a SPARC grant technology is required
  • master contract for use by agencies in procuring the technology.
  • It invests in cutting-edge technology.
Bills: HB2521, HB2249, HB1796
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • We are fighting a global technology race against communist China.
  • I want to continue to focus severely disrupting essential GPS service.
  • Technology innovation reconfigurable technology will revolutionize spectrum use.
  • , what we need to do, we're here at your service to build the best technology that we can to help our
  • And we just won't have the technology to prevail in that case.
Summary: The meeting centered on the critical examination of spectrum policy and its implications for innovation and national security. The committee discussed the lapse of the FCC's spectrum auction authority, which has been in effect since March 2023, emphasizing the urgency of restoring this authority to maintain U.S. technological leadership against competitors like China. Witnesses provided testimony regarding the need for adaptive and reconfigurable spectrum technologies to enhance communication capabilities for both civilian and military applications. Senator Klobuchar highlighted the importance of modernizing 9-1-1 systems and ensuring robust emergency communication frameworks leveraging new spectrum innovations.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • This shortage has led to delays in transcription services and case backlogs.
  • And digital technology is available in the marketplace.
  • Technology should be required to meet certain criteria.
  • It's when the digital technology comes in that there's a gap.
  • Thank you all; I appreciate your service. Mr.