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WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Democratic Leaders Media Availability Jan 27th, 2026 at 11:00 am
Transcript Highlights:
- conference yesterday talking about what they are working on doing to help Washingtonians in case ICE launches
- We also are, I think, we'll have a bill on protecting emergency response operations that partially has
- It's something that'll be considered in the context of our operating budget development.
- It's something that'll be considered in the context of our operating budget development.
- does fall into just the constellation of difficult decisions that we're going to be making in the operating
Summary:
Senate and House Democratic leaders used the meeting to preview several bills they expect to move quickly, while framing much of their agenda as a response to federal ICE actions and broader concerns about public safety and accountability. They said the Senate will pass a bill banning law-enforcement masking, with the stated goal of requiring identification and transparency for officers, and that the House will likely take it up after House-of-Origin cutoff. They also said a bill restricting Flock automated license plate readers will move from rules to the floor, and they discussed a separate proposal to bar people hired as ICE agents under Trump’s second term from later serving in Washington law enforcement, though leaders said they had not yet reviewed its details.
The leaders repeatedly criticized ICE and said the state must do what it can to protect residents, especially immigrants, while also defending Washington’s law enforcement training and accountability systems. They said the bill on face coverings is aimed at federal agents, though they also argued it is a general standard for all law enforcement and may serve to “enunciate” a norm even if its legal scope is tested in court. They also discussed concerns about fraud and misuse of funds in state programs, saying Washington has checks and balances and that accountability measures are appropriate, while cautioning against baseless claims.
On budget and policy matters, they said a Senate bill to restore Washington College Grant and Washington Promise scholarship funding would be considered in the operating budget process, but it was too early to know what reductions could be reversed. They expressed openness to a House bill limiting non-emergency charity care to Washington residents, citing border-community strain and examples from eastern Washington hospitals. They also said they were still evaluating a House bill on camping enforcement tied to shelter availability and a tort-liability measure, noting that any savings would likely come from reduced litigation costs rather than caps on damages.
Other topics included a possible income tax proposal, which leaders said could be introduced as soon as Friday or next week with offsets included or outlined; House Bill 1607 on a beverage container recycling/deposit system, which they said could reach executive action soon; and a floor vote expected on the BAC bill the next day. They also said they were not inclined to hear the recently arrived voter initiatives in committee, describing them as likely headed to the ballot instead.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Democratic Leaders Media Availability Jan 27th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- conference yesterday talking about what they are working on doing to help Washingtonians in case ICE launches
- We also are, I think, we'll have a bill on protecting emergency response operations that partially has
- It's something that'll be considered in the context of our operating budget development.
- It's something that'll be considered in the context of our operating budget development.
- does fall into just the constellation of difficult decisions that we're going to be making in the operating
Summary:
Senate and House Democratic leaders used the meeting to discuss a broad package of bills they said were aimed at responding to federal ICE actions and protecting Washington residents. They highlighted an upcoming Senate vote on Senator Valdez’s bill banning law-enforcement masking, a Flock automated license plate reader restrictions bill moving through rules, and a bill to protect emergency response operations. They said the face-covering bill is intended to apply to law enforcement generally but is mainly aimed at federal agents, and argued it would improve accountability and set a clear state norm, while acknowledging legal questions and a similar California case. They also said they were working with the governor and attorney general on related protections and invited Republican support.
The leaders also addressed several other policy items. They said a Senate bill to restore Washington College Grant and College Bound scholarship funding would be considered in the operating budget process, but it was too early to know whether reductions could be reversed. They expressed openness to a House bill limiting non-emergency charity care to Washington residents, citing border hospitals and the burden on local resources, and said they were open to oversight ideas for housing-related fraud concerns while defending the accountability systems already in place. They also discussed a House bill on camping enforcement tied to shelter availability, saying it was a complex issue and likely still under discussion.
On budget and tax issues, they said an income tax proposal was likely to be introduced later in the week or the following week, with offsets either included in the bill or outlined in a companion measure. They also said they were still evaluating a tort-liability proposal and its projected savings, and were open to Representative Keaton’s memorial urging Washington to opt into a federal education tax credit, though they emphasized their priority remains funding public schools. Finally, they said a recycling/deposit-return bill had improved and was likely to move out of committee, and they expected a floor vote on the BAC bill the next day.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- This year, we launched Teach Sena Antonio, a recruitment and retention platform developed with teach.org
- Last fall, we launched a first-of-its-kind partnership with Sam Houston State University, one of those
- Today, we operate seven campuses and serve over a thousand students.
- Our charter was approved in 2021, and we are in our third year of operations.
- Elizabeth, what city do you operate in? out of? We're in Magnolia, Texas. In Magnolia, Texas.
Committees:
Senate Education , Senate Education K-16
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session May 18th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Cindy Chang, who, by the way, has had seven operations as opposed to your three, Senator Jones.
- Public service operations such as waste hauling.
- It allows a small number of existing outdoor advertising displays to continue operating under current
- This initiative was launched in 2021 to increase access to the outdoors, prioritize equity, and combat
- It also extends the operations of the board until January 1, 2031.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
CPC/CPN Joint Info Briefing - Mon Jan 27, 2025 @ 2:00 PM HST
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- <00:21:29.799><c> of</c> operations of operations of hpia<00:21:31.520><c> which</c><00:21:31.679><c>
- The plan of operations is granted by the plan of operations since June 29, 2020.
- But what's also not included is operational costs.
- But what's also not included is operational costs.
- I know that sounds drastic, but basically no insurance company operates like we do.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Jobs and Economic Development - 02/24/25
Jobs and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- Members, this bill will help CAL scale up its program that was launched with a $200,000 state investment
- /c><00:02:19.840><c> was</c> Cal scale up its program that was Cal scale up its program that was launched
- <00:02:20.920><c> with</c><00:02:21.080><c> a</c> launched with a launched with a $200,000<00:02:22.760
- In 2020, CAL launched the Stronger Together Fund, which was a small grant program for small businesses
- better and also dollars they can operate better and also provide<00:23:24.480><c> more</c><00:23:25.080
Committee:
Senate Jobs and Economic Development
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Legislative Audit Committee Jun 18th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- By reviewing their reserves and the extent to which they rely on non-operating revenues.
- into one large operator would result in a reduction of almost 50% of service.
- I'm the transit manager with the city of Union City, operating Union City Transit.
- I'm the transit manager with the city of Union City operating Union City Transit.
- The governance are operating across agencies.
Summary:
The committee heard several audit requests and related testimony. The first major item was an audit of Coachella Valley Unified School District’s contract and fiscal management. The author and supporters described long-standing fiscal mismanagement, large budget shortfalls, layoffs, contracting concerns, and questions about the district’s foundation and use of public funds. District representatives and the Riverside County Office of Education said the district is already under fiscal oversight, has a stabilization plan, and is working to reduce deficits and improve student outcomes. After extensive debate and public comment, the motion to approve the audit was put on call because the committee did not have the required votes from both houses at that moment.
The committee then approved an audit of East Bay transit agencies in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Senator Wahab argued the region’s many overlapping transit agencies create fragmentation, duplication, and inefficiency, especially amid a fiscal cliff and possible future tax increases. Transit agencies and labor representatives opposed the audit, saying the agencies already undergo multiple audits, serve distinct local needs, and are implementing regional coordination efforts. After testimony from agency leaders and public commenters, the committee voted to approve the audit.
The next item was an audit of California Community Colleges’ unrestricted reserves. Senator Archuleta and supporting faculty representatives said reserves have grown substantially and may be diverting resources from student services, instruction, and workforce programs. They argued there is little oversight when reserves become too high. The Chancellor’s Office and Calbright College were invited to respond, and the audit objectives focused on reserve growth, reasons for high balances, oversight by the Chancellor’s Office, and effects on students and staff. The transcript cuts off during the Chancellor’s Office response, so the final committee action on this item is not shown.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Legislative Audit Committee Jun 18th, 2025
Joint Legislative Audit
Transcript Highlights:
- The 2021 Metropolitan Transit Commission, Transit operations.
- into one large operator would result in a reduction of almost 50% of service.
- I'm the transit manager with the City of Union City, operating Union City Transit.
- The governance are operating across agencies.
- How the department The project or to other operations of the State Water Project.
Committee:
Senate Joint Legislative Audit
Summary:
The committee began with a status report from the State Auditor on staffing and audit capacity, noting 14 audit supervisors, 14 audits in progress, several audits scheduled for release, and a planned high-risk review of state financial reporting. The committee then approved a consent calendar covering six audit requests, including topics such as kindergarten oral health assessments, prison infrastructure management, Los Angeles fires prevention and response, community college financial aid and enrollment, wildfire management at Chino Hills State Park, and the Chiquita Canyon landfill.
The first major item was Assembly Member Gonzalez’s request for an audit of Coachella Valley Unified School District’s contract and fiscal management. Supporters described long-running fiscal mismanagement, a projected $60 million deficit, layoffs, concerns about contracting practices, foundation donations, and weak governance. District representatives said they were already working with Riverside County Office of Education and FICMAT, had adopted a fiscal stabilization plan, and were making cuts to restore solvency. The State Auditor said the proposed audit would examine the district’s financial condition over 10 years, ELOP spending, partnership agreements, foundation funds, and contracting practices. After extensive discussion and public comment, the motion to approve the audit failed because it did not receive the required votes.
The committee next approved Senator Wahab’s request for an audit of East Bay transit agency administrative oversight. The senator argued that the Bay Area’s fragmented transit system creates duplication and wastes resources, while agency representatives and transit advocates said the agencies already face extensive oversight and are actively coordinating through existing regional efforts. The State Auditor outlined objectives focused on agency autonomy, coordination, ridership, finances, and the potential effects of consolidation. After debate and public comment, the audit was approved.
Finally, Senator Archuleta introduced a request to audit excessive unrestricted reserves at selected California Community College districts and Calbright College, arguing that reserve balances have grown substantially and may be diverting funds from student services and instruction. He said the audit would examine why districts are holding large reserves and whether those funds are being used effectively for students.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Human Services Finance and Policy Committee 2/26/26
Human Services Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- We were also among the first providers to deliver EIDBI when the benefit was launched in 2014.
- </c> when the benefit was launched in 2014. when the benefit was launched in 2014.
- That requirement assumes EIDBI organizations are operating with substantial margins. We are not.
- </c> does the grant require us to operate does the grant require us to operate that<01:18:29.600><c>
- </c><01:33:12.320><c> under</c> can speak to directly uh operates under can speak to directly uh operates
Committee:
House Human Services Finance and Policy
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, September 19, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- ><c> Hope,</c><00:19:15.679><c> a</c> 1999, he founded Operation Hope, a 1999, he founded Operation Hope
- Launched by Project Inspire, this league is about more than just soccer.
- Launched by Project Inspire, this league is about more than just soccer.
- Launched by Project Inspire, this league is about more than just soccer.
Keywords:
courthouse construction, federal regulations, urban development, government spending, judicial facilities, political violence, Charlie Kirk, civil discourse, freedom of speech, unity, political extremism, condemnation, Civic engagement, continuing resolution, appropriations, fiscal year 2026, omnibus, government funding, federal budget, USDA
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, May 21, 2025 - Part 1)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- She has led casework operations for the last 18 years, starting in 2007.
- </c><01:24:14.639><c> And</c> you going to operate your vehicle.
- And you going to operate your vehicle.
- 07:34.800><c> interior</c> oldest continually operating interior oldest continually operating interior
- ,</c><02:44:25.040><c> improve</c> to modernize your operations, improve to modernize your operations
Keywords:
veterans, VA, Department of Veterans Affairs, suicide prevention, mental health, emergent suicide care, Columbia Protocol, Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale, Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program, No Wrong Door for Veterans Act, title 38, adaptive prostheses, prosthetic devices, recreational activities, sports prosthetics, pension payments, veterans benefits, Veterans Affairs Committee, suicide screening, crisis care
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
250th Anniversary Celebration of the American Revolution Jun 21st, 2026 at 03:00 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- People are using that moment and the themes around the Declaration and the Constitution to then launch
- This is the place where new ventures are being launched.
- This is the place where new ventures are being launched, new tastes are being cultivated, new songs are
- So these are a few examples of the secretary programs that have been launched.
Summary:
The State Commission on the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution DEIA Subcommittee met to share updates on 250th-related projects and to discuss how to ensure the commemoration is inclusive, statewide, and reflective of Black, Indigenous, and other underrepresented histories. Members described ongoing research and programming, including work in Quincy, Lexington, Bridgewater/Brockton, Mashpee, and other communities to identify Black revolutionary soldiers, Indigenous connections, and lesser-known local stories. Several members emphasized that the 250th should be framed as both commemoration and celebration, with attention to difficult histories as well as resilience, joy, and cultural contributions.
Dr. Noel Trent reported on the Museum of African American History’s exhibition Black Voices of the Revolution, funded by Mass 250, which opened June 30 and will run through 2026 or into 2027. He described the exhibit’s use of AI tools, archaeological finds from Nantucket and Boston, and related programming. Other members highlighted Mass Humanities’ Expand Massachusetts Stories funding round, including support for the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and likely additional Indigenous-led projects, as well as a statewide equity playbook being drafted for Mass 250 fundraising and engagement. Sheila Green of Massachusetts 250 then presented an overview of the statewide campaign, including advertising, social media, a website with events and blogs, 96 grants totaling $3 million, partnerships with sports teams and cultural organizations, and major upcoming events such as Evacuation Day, the Henry Knox reenactment, Sail Boston 250, and World Cup-related activity.
During discussion, members suggested practical ways to improve inclusion and outreach, including sharing stories through blogs, podcasts, and a centralized project tracker, and highlighting museums and community programs that offer joy, rest, and cultural activities alongside historical interpretation. Dr. Trent raised concern that some Massachusetts 250 merchandise, such as T-shirts, did not adequately reflect the diversity of the state, and Green said the team was considering a redesign. The subcommittee agreed to compile a summary of stories, names, and examples for the full commission, and to continue sharing photos and materials by email for possible presentation at a future commission meeting. The meeting ended with a motion to adjourn, which was approved unanimously.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Mar 11th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Would you agree that not having a certified library media specialist that understands how to operate
- accountable when they cannot find someone who is qualified to implement these processes and procedures and operate
- directly to it that indicates that we could have somebody, an individual, for example, that would launch
- And then, the district has 14 days to launch an investigation into this and determine whether a violation
Bills:
SCR17 , SB2104 , SB2155 , SB1428 , SB1250 , SB1651 , SB1794 , SB444 , SB1061 , SB1327 , SB1425 , SB1455 , SB1458 , SB1460 , SB1480 , SB1530 , SB1543 , SB1555 , SB1593 , SB1209 , SB1730 , SB1733 , SB1769 , SB1805 , SB2069 , SB2095 , SB1503
Keywords:
Oklahoma Ireland relations, Ireland, Irish heritage, St. Patrick's Day, Choctaw Nation, Choctaw famine relief, Irish-American, cultural resolution, concurrent resolution, ceremonial resolution, economic development, trade commission, international relations, Tulsa IrishFest, ShamROCK the Gardens, Oklahoma City St. Patrick's Parade, Irish ancestry, Senate of Ireland, Aubrey McCarthy, Phil Thompson
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session May 5th, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- His work empowers Latino communities, including launching the Tu Vos, Tu Voto, Tu Vida campaign to boost
- In December 21, agricultural marketing services launched the local food for school programs, a package
- they never assume that their puppy might have actually come from a cruel, out of state breeding operation
- when a A new license is issued for an alcohol or drug abuse recovery treatment facility that will operate
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Natural Resources Committee Jun 29th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Riparian logging and heavy equipment operations on steep slopes must be avoided, and this is not feasible
- to do so, leaving little protection against the risks these operations can create.
- It was launched—the initiative was launched in 2021—to increase access to the outdoors, prioritize equity
- This backfires on disadvantaged communities by making continued operations and new investments in those
- still, there's all of these things that make it much harder for a business to plan to continue to operate
Summary:
The committee heard a series of Senate bills on environmental, climate, recycling, wildfire, outdoor access, and clean transportation policy. SB 958 would clarify CEQA treatment of impacts tied solely to increased building height, and SB 1230 would increase penalties and create CalRecycle support tools for repeat commercial illegal dumping. SB 1341 would revise how processing fees are calculated for bag-in-a-box wine under California’s recycling program. All three measures received due-pass recommendations to Appropriations, with roll calls showing majority support and the bills left open for absent members.
Members then took up SB 1300, which would create a more permanent legislative role in California’s international climate cooperation and establish a climate secretariat at UC; SB 1370, which would codify and streamline wildfire fuel-reduction permitting with added safeguards, geographic and size limits, and pesticide-related amendments; and SB 1260/1268, which would codify the Outdoors for All initiative and the Deputy Secretary for Access position at the Natural Resources Agency. Each drew support from environmental, utility, business, and local-government witnesses, while SB 1370 also drew opposition from environmental and advocacy groups concerned about reduced CEQA review and herbicide use. The committee discussed amendments at length, especially on SB 1370, and all three measures advanced with due-pass recommendations.
The committee also heard SB 1213, the Clean Truck Transparency Act, requiring baseline pricing disclosure for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission trucks tied to state incentives and directing agencies to explore alternative financing. Support came from clean-air, business, and environmental groups, and the trucking/manufacturing opposition moved to neutral after amendments; the bill advanced on a due-pass vote. Finally, SB 1075, the Clean Air Promise, sought to strengthen AB 617 implementation and clarify community emission reduction planning, but it generated substantial opposition from air districts, business groups, and others over enforceability, funding, and the distinction between formal SERPs and community L-SERPs. The author described additional pending amendments to narrow L-SERP provisions, and the bill also received a due-pass recommendation to Appropriations.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Insurance Committee Apr 15th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- This program launched in January of this year.
- The program launched in January of this year, tackles the issue of affordability in the home insurance
- as a major insurer rather than a limited backstop, gaps have emerged in its coverage, offerings, operational
- AB 1680 ensures the Fair Plan modernizes its operations, strengthens its governance, and protects policyholders
- This has led to duplicative filings, delays, inconsistent practices, and operational challenges.
Summary:
The committee heard a lengthy insurance-focused agenda, including special-order bills on wildfire mitigation, Fair Plan accountability, aerial imagery, genetic testing, and wildfire moratoriums. AB 1888 would require California Safe Homes Grant Program work to be performed by a skilled and trained workforce at prevailing wage; it drew support from the author, Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, and labor representatives, with no opposition heard. AB 1680, the “Make-It-Fair Act,” would impose accountability and consumer-protection reforms on the California FAIR Plan in response to Department of Insurance examination findings; it passed out on a do-pass motion to Appropriations, though the FAIR Plan Association remained opposed unless amended. AB 1559 would require notice and access rights when insurers use aerial images of homes and allow in-person inspection requests; it passed on a do-pass motion to Privacy and Consumer Protection, with broad support and one “concern” witness.
The committee also took up AB 1798, which would bar life and disability insurers from using non-diagnostic genetic information, including direct-to-consumer genetic testing, for underwriting below a $1.5 million coverage threshold. Supporters, including the author, the Insurance Commissioner, the ALS Association, and several consumer and biotech groups, argued the bill would reduce fear of genetic discrimination and encourage testing and research. Opponents from life insurance and financial advisor groups argued the bill could impair risk-based underwriting and raise premiums, especially in the middle market. After extensive back-and-forth on the distinction between predictive genetic data and doctor-assessed medical risk, the bill passed as amended to Privacy and Consumer Protection on a do-pass vote, with several members voting no.
AB 2038 would extend wildfire-related nonrenewal moratoriums from two to three years for total-loss homes and from one to two years for homes in and around fire zones. Supporters said the change better matches the real rebuilding timeline after major fires and protects displaced homeowners from losing coverage while rebuilding. Insurers and trade groups opposed the measure, warning that longer moratoriums could force carriers to reduce exposure elsewhere and worsen the broader availability crisis. The bill passed to Appropriations on a do-pass vote. The committee also approved AB 1800, which adds eyewear to portable electronics insurance coverage, and moved a consent calendar of additional bills, including AB 1554, AB 1683, AB 1781, and AB 2471. Later, AB 2198 was introduced to clarify title-rate filing responsibilities between title insurers and underwritten title companies and to require rate schedules to be posted publicly.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Relating to assisted living facility operations and provision of certain services to assisted living
- We operate 925 clinics in the United States and over 50 in the state of California. Texas.
- moderate to severe cases of positional head-shaped deformities, including plagiocephaly, and post-operative
- Texas procured funding and launched the Maternal Opioid Misuse Model. or the mom model.
- And since launching this pilot in 2020, Texas has received. federal funds and enrolled over 110 women
Bills:
HB2646 , HB3941 , HB5153 , HB5155 , HB5394 , HB 1106 , HB426 , HB4529 , HB3984 , HB4273 , HB 1097 , HB3940 , HB1941 , HB4377 , HB3153
Committee:
House Human Services
Keywords:
child care, task force, high-quality care, affordability, prekindergarten partnerships, foster care, transitional living, Medicaid reform, youth assistance, independent living, services for youth, employment training, educational support, mental health services, health care, public health, child health program, reimbursement, local health entities, maternal health
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Budget Review Subcommittee on Education (8-20-25) - Reupload
Transcript Highlights:
- I am assistant vice president for operations for the Council on Postsecondary Education.
- for the council president for operations for the council on<00:46:59.520><c> post</c><00:47:00.240><
- </c> them more in our recurring operating them more in our recurring operating base.<00:55:38.240><c>
- ,</c><00:56:02.559><c> corresponds</c> program that we operate, corresponds program that we operate,
- And we just launched this in February on August 12th. We could tell school was back in session.
Summary:
The committee met to review KHEAA’s student aid programs ahead of the upcoming biennial budget. KHEAA officials outlined the agency’s role administering state grants and scholarships, emphasizing that net lottery proceeds are statutorily dedicated to student financial aid after a literacy appropriation. They focused on the College Access Program (CAP), Kentucky Tuition Grant (KTG), and KEES, and explained that the FAFSA simplification changes significantly expanded eligibility for Pell and CAP recipients. KHEAA said the General Assembly’s additional funding this biennium allowed CAP to be fully funded, and that FY25 spending for CAP reached about $232 million for roughly 72,000 students, up from about 55,000 recipients the prior year. Officials said they are watching current-year application trends closely and expect a clearer funding picture by late fall as awards are actually disbursed and enrollment data comes in.
Members asked about how CAP eligibility works, the difference between applicants and recipients, and whether KTG is tied to Pell eligibility. KHEAA explained that CAP is essentially aligned with Pell eligibility, while KTG uses a different need formula and is limited to private colleges in Kentucky. They also noted that schools verify final eligibility after KHEAA’s initial review of application data. Questions about the FAFSA simplification act and federal changes led KHEAA to say they do not expect major effects on state grant and scholarship programs, though federal student loan changes may affect students, especially at the graduate level.
The committee also discussed KEES, which KHEAA said has been fully funded since its creation, and dual credit/work-ready scholarships. KHEAA reported that dual credit participation continues to grow and that FY25 spending for dual credit and Work Ready Kentucky totaled about $26.4 million, compared with a $13.1 million appropriation, with transfers from Work Ready used to keep dual credit fully funded. Officials said they will seek growth funding for dual credit in the next budget because the program has expanded and now includes the work-ready component under one statute. Members asked about transferability of dual credit courses and whether students actually use the credits toward degrees; KHEAA said it does not have hard data on every credit’s transfer, but it is seeing positive trends in bachelor’s completion and more high school graduates earning associate degrees. No votes or formal actions were taken beyond approving the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Employment Relations Nov 21st, 2025 at 10:00 am
Joint Committee on Employment Relations
Transcript Highlights:
- I've used these slides from our 2024 bargaining just because, since we're just launching into bargaining
- So I've used this slides from our 20, from our 2024 bargaining, just because since we're just launching
- into bargaining, 2024 bargaining, just because since we're just launching into bargaining for 2026,
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Employment Relations met for work sessions on Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA) bargaining agreements and an overview of the collective bargaining process. OFM staff said supplemental bargaining for the 2025-27 biennium produced ratified tentative agreements for WPEA general government and higher education after earlier agreements were not ratified and the legislature declined funding because the October 1 deadline had been missed. Staff reported the current agreements were submitted for an OFM financial feasibility determination, with estimated 2025-27 general fund costs of about $12 million for general government and $7 million for higher education, and total funds of about $22.25 million and $13.5 million respectively. The agreements also include wage increases, an $18 starting wage, targeted classification adjustments, and some premium pay items related to wildfire work.
Staff then gave an educational briefing on collective bargaining, explaining which employee groups OFM bargains for, the statutory framework, the annual bargaining timeline, and the role of interest arbitration. The presentation described how proposals are developed, how June revenue forecasts shape bargaining parameters, and how financial feasibility is assessed after agreements are reached. Staff also outlined bargaining priorities such as general wage increases, targeted recruitment and retention adjustments, maintaining the health care premium split, and keeping the starting wage above the minimum wage.
Members asked why OFM bargains for certain non-state employee groups, and staff explained that those groups are required by statute and have separate bargaining and arbitration provisions. In executive session, the committee voted to keep the current co-chairs in place through 2026, to recognize that it met twice in 2025, and to set the 2026 meeting schedule at two meetings. All motions passed by voice vote, and the meeting adjourned.
VT
Transcript Highlights:
- Operations and Military Affairs.
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- , medium farm operations, and certified small farm operations.
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