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MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Committee on Health and Human Services - 03/04/25
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- Proactive follow-up and timely delivery of intervention is vital to avoid a lifetime of disability or
- or even death and lifetime of disability or even death and any<00:32:02.320>
delay <00:32:02.840 - <00:32:30.120>
determination through the disability determination through the disability determination - Medicaid is the payer of last resort, and many people with disabilities have dual coverage.
- and every month people with disabilities and every month I<00:43:01.599>
pay <00:43:01.760>
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, February 26, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I know seniors and people with disabilities will be at the top of being directly impacted.
- Everyday Americans with disabilities will be devastated. Seniors will be devastated.
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has Virginia an adult with a disability has Virginia an adult with a disability - <02:21:46.520>
folks of seniors veterans disabled folks of seniors veterans disabled folks - <07:27:27.200>
and Care individuals with disabilities and Care individuals with disabilities
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Informal House Session 27 Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- House No. 3921, local approval received; a House bill relative to a real property exemption for disabled
- trust in the city of Somerville, House No. 3921; an act relative to a real property exemption for disabled
- An act, relative to a real property exemption for disabled persons in the town of Swampscott, house number
Summary:
The House opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and then took up several committee reports and local matters. The Committee on Rules recommended adoption of resolutions commending the Sleep Apnea Awareness Initiative for recognizing March 2026 as Sleep Apnea Awareness Month and celebrating the commissioning of the USS Massachusetts; the House suspended the rules and adopted both resolutions. The House also concurred with a Senate petition to establish a sick leave bank for a Worcester County Sheriff’s Department employee, and suspended Joint Rule 12 to send a petition on condominium conversions of co-owned two-unit buildings to the Committee on Housing.
The Committee on Steering, Policy and Scheduling reported a series of local bills for consideration, including measures for Somerville’s affordable housing trust, property tax exemptions in Swampscott and Arlington, the Lexington Housing Assistance Board, a Lexington parkland exchange, and a charter for the town of Orange. The House ordered these bills to a third reading. It also passed to be enacted two engrossed bills: one waiving the maximum age requirement for a Boston police officer applicant, and another authorizing DCAMM to convey parcels of land in Brockton.
Later, the House took up additional third-reading bills and passed them to be engrossed, including another Boston police age-waiver bill and a bill allowing Sean Duffy to take the firefighter civil service exam despite the maximum age requirement. The session ended with adoption of an order to adjourn to Wednesday at 11 a.m. in formal session, and notice of a Democratic caucus at noon.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- The addition by the Senate makes a change to the retirement disability wording.
- disability council did the same work. disability council did the same work.
- but it is also about veterans, disabled but it is also about veterans, disabled veterans<01:44:05.440
- would be living together, the disabled would be living together, the disabled veterans<01:45:12.639
- <01:49:22.159>
veteran, unrelated and you're a disabled veteran, unrelated and you're a disabled
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Finance Division II (02/05/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- and so what we're with disabilities and so what we're seeing<01:05:05.640>
is <01:05:06.640>- I’m not entirely sure if you’re talking about per disability, like if we’re looking at a cost of that
- <01:21:12.520>
like you're talking about per disability like you're talking about per disability- The various different disabilities aren’t appropriated separately? No.
- <01:22:16.080>
an it describes a child's disability an it describes a child's disability an
Summary:
The Department of Education’s Bureau of Wellness and Nutrition presented an overview of the school meal and child nutrition programs it administers, including the National School Lunch Program, Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), After School Snack Program, Child and Adult Care Food Program, Summer Food Service Program, and Special Milk Program. Staff explained which programs are federally funded through USDA, which have state matching funds, and how reimbursement rates are set for different programs and fiscal years. They also walked the committee through a packet showing reimbursement tables, state and federal funding totals, and eligibility data.
Members focused much of their questioning on how state and federal reimbursements work for lunch and breakfast, why lunch is shown as a state match while breakfast has meal-based breakdowns, and how the department allocates funds in the budget. The department explained that lunch uses a set state match tied to federal requirements, while breakfast reimbursement is based on meals served. They also reviewed FY 22-24 funding trends, noting higher federal spending during COVID-era waivers and lower amounts as those waivers ended. A committee member asked for the data in Excel and the department agreed to provide it.
The discussion also covered summer meal programs and the distinction between the Summer Food Service Program and Summer EBT. Staff explained that SFSP provides meals at approved open or closed sites, while Summer EBT is a separate DHHS-run benefit program that provides funds to families; the two programs coordinate through data sharing but are not the same. Members also discussed CEP, with staff explaining that New Hampshire currently has three schools participating, that the qualifying threshold was reduced from 40% to 25% identified students, and that districts must cover the non-federal share with non-federal funds. No votes or formal actions were taken during the meeting.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Human Services Finance and Policy Committee 3/10/26
Human Services Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Both of them are for people with physical disabilities, not people with developmental disabilities such
- <00:18:02.080>
I <00:18:02.400>also <00:18:02.880>ask developmental disabilities - I also ask developmental disabilities.
- children with developmental disabilities children with developmental disabilities such<00:18:40.320
- But we already do this in disability services, where we have percentages about how much needs to go to
Keywords:
long-term care, insurance policy, healthcare, partnership policy, Minnesota, human services, wage increase, support workers, shared services, community first services, medical assistance, sanctions, healthcare services, monetary recovery, government accountability, assisted living, training, unlicensed personnel, resident rights, safety regulations
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
PSM-WLA, PSM Public Hearings 02-04-2026
Public Safety and Military Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh next, Disability Rights Center, Mr. Erdishek. >> Thank you, Senator. I'll be brief.
- >> Inmates that have disabilities. And so, yeah.
- >> Inmates<01:26:36.800>
that <01:26:37.120>have <01:26:37.520>disabilities. - >> Inmates that have disabilities. >> Inmates that have disabilities.
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that <01:26:43.520>have inmates with disabilities that have inmates with disabilities
Summary:
The joint committees heard testimony on several measures. SB 2723, which would designate April 27 as State Sheriff’s Day, was supported by the Department of Law Enforcement and a long-serving sheriff, who described the historical roots of Hawaii’s sheriffs in the Kingdom of Hawaii and said the bill would recognize that legacy. HGA submitted written comments, and there was no opposition or vote taken on the measure during the excerpt.
The committees then heard SB 17 on wildfire mitigation. The Public Utilities Commission, DLNR, the State Fire Council, OPSD, the Attorney General’s office, and Kamehameha Schools all testified, mostly in support of the bill’s intent but with suggested amendments. Several witnesses said the bill should better define the working group’s structure, staffing, and funding, and the Attorney General noted constitutional concerns about placing the group outside a principal department and pointed out possible overlap with Acts 302 and 303 from the prior year. Committee members questioned whether SB 17 duplicated earlier wildfire legislation, and witnesses generally said it did not directly conflict but overlapped with existing efforts.
On SB 2358, which would require reimbursement for search-and-rescue costs when people leave trails and enter closed areas, the State Fire Council and the Hawaii SAR Alliance testified in opposition or caution, arguing that reimbursement could deter people from calling for help and that Hawaii’s SAR system still has structural and administrative gaps. A committee member asked whether other jurisdictions had used similar measures without discouraging rescues; the Fire Council said Kauai has a similar law but it has not resulted in invoices being sent. No action was taken in the excerpt.
The final measure discussed was SB 2475 on Red Hill remediation funding and reimbursement from the Department of Defense. The Board of Water Supply, DLNR, and other testifiers supported the bill, emphasizing the need for long-term research, monitoring, and cleanup, while also noting the unique groundwater conditions and the importance of keeping the funds focused on Red Hill contamination response. Committee members asked about existing federal and state funding, whether the state had received any direct federal money, and what would happen if reimbursement is not obtained. DLNR said it was still working through the reimbursement mechanism and that some federal funding had gone to the Red Hill registry, but not directly to the state for this purpose.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Californians with disabilities, older adults on fixed incomes, people without stable income, or with
- , or chronic health conditions, and people who are eligible for services for the developmentally disabled
- and individuals, ...needs populations that includes people with disabilities and individuals experiencing
- However, domestic violence survivors who face some of the most immediate and severe housing disabilities
- rental assistance to afford housing, the majority of whom are seniors, children, and people with disabilities
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Hearing Budget Subcommittee No. 3 on Education Finance and Education Feb 10th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- My name is Conrad Crump with Disability Rights California.
- I want to offer strong support for community schools because of their impact on students with disabilities
- So, very briefly, if we're serious about educational equity and disability justice, investing in community
- My name is Conrad Crump with Disability Rights California.
- So very briefly, if we're serious about educational equity and disability justice, investing in community
Summary:
The joint informational and oversight hearing focused on community schools in California, with members emphasizing that the purpose was to examine effectiveness, implementation, and sustainability rather than the Governor’s budget proposal. The California Department of Education described the California Community Schools Partnership Program, created in 2021 and funded with more than $4 billion, including planning, implementation, extension, and county coordination grants. Officials said nearly 2,500 schools are participating and highlighted the statewide technical assistance structure, including the State Transformational Assistance Center, eight regional centers, county offices, and CDE support.
Researchers from the Learning Policy Institute and UCLA presented early findings and implementation data. LPI reported reductions in chronic absenteeism and suspensions, along with gains in math and English language arts, with especially large benefits for Black students and other historically underserved groups. UCLA described the Annual Progress Report as a statewide improvement tool showing growth in capacity-building, shared decision-making, whole-child supports, and continuous improvement. Members asked about how the reports measure outcomes, how to interpret outliers, and how to distinguish community schools effects from other concurrent initiatives; presenters said matched comparison methods and deeper case-study work are being used, with additional statewide findings expected in June.
Panelists from Oakland Unified, LAUSD/UTLA, San Diego Unified, and advocacy organizations described key elements of success: integrated student supports, strong family and student engagement, collaborative leadership, community partnerships, and school-site decision-making. They gave examples such as wellness centers, dual enrollment, student senates, parent leadership, and community campaigns that built trust and increased participation. Members also raised concerns about sustainability, implementation fidelity, and whether community schools improve participation in LCAP processes. Presenters said major barriers include unclear early guidance, the need for a mindset shift away from top-down models, and uncertainty about long-term funding for coordinators and other staff. The panel’s recommendations centered on stable ongoing funding, stronger technical assistance, shared governance, and embedding community schools practices into district and county systems.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- hospice care, long-term care coverage, programs for senior care, and healthcare for those with disabilities
- The Governor's proposed budget absolutely devastated families that have an individual with disabilities
- a lot of members here who have really taken this to heart, whether it's IHSS, individuals with disabilities
- Emelyn Shabbard with the California Disability Services Association.
- These proposals would have destabilized care for low-income seniors and people with disabilities.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Working Group on Omnibus K-12 Education Appropriations - 05/22/25
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- the families where this may involve families who speak a language other than English or have a disability
- additional assistance due to their need additional assistance due to their own<00:21:24.799>
disability - Section two on page 46 own disability.
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law Committee 4/8/25
Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm a legal advocate at the Minnesota Disability Law Center, which is part of Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid
- I myself live with the impacts of an invisible disability every single day.
- disability law center which<00:23:58.640>
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Bills:
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HI
Transcript Highlights:
- In this role, she tirelessly advocates not only for individuals with disabilities, but for all students
- ,<00:32:06.240>
but <00:32:06.399>for individuals with disabilities, but for individuals - with disabilities, but for all<00:32:06.880>
students <00:32:07.200>to <00:32:07.440>with educational experience for students with educational experience for students with disabilities- Lauren, I now yield the disabilities.
AR
Arkansas 2026 Regular Session
ARKANSAS LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL (ALC) Mar 20th, 2026
ARKANSAS LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL (ALC)
Transcript Highlights:
- The Hospital, Medicaid, and Developmental Disabilities Studies Subcommittee met on February 24th at the
- Jennifer Brisei, Director of the Division of Developmental Disability Services.
- Adult Mental Disability Services.
- Jennifer Brisei, Director of the Division of Developmental Disability Services.
- Adult Mental Disability Services.
VT
Transcript Highlights:
- The fifth instance of amendment is the payment reform for the developmental disability services, or people
- Wheels specifically for those that are, uh, under 60 years of age and but are individuals with disabilities
- The fifth instance of amendment is the payment reform for the developmental disability services, or people
- Wheels specifically for those that are, uh, under 60 years of age and but are individuals with disabilities
- The fifth instance of amendment is the payment reform for the developmental disability services, or people
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee Nov 6th, 2025
Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- For counties to navigate, the one that was the disability deduction used to be that if you were a hundred
- percent disabled, you were exempted from a hundred percent of your property taxes.
- that fiscal impact is going to be because you don't know the cost until that individual with that disability
- We certainly have veterans who are 10%, 20%, or 30% disabled that have very substantial property investments
- This includes seniors on value freeze and other disabled individuals who are not veteran disabled.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Education Pre-K - 12 Feb 11th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- And you can filter by various criteria, including charter school status, disability exception.
- Also, there is a Florida alternate assessment for students with disabilities that's in state law.
- This is this is provided for students with the most significant cognitive disabilities.
- The law also provides the waiver of assessment requirements for students with disabilities from an IP
- You mentioned students with disabilities are accommodations for students if they cannot access mature
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the VA's Community Care Program. Jan 28th, 2025 at 09:30 am
Senate Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Naomi Mathis, the Assistant National Legislative Director for Disabled American Veterans, and John Eaton
- In my experience, both my wife, who is a veteran and a service-connected disabled veteran, and I have
- I really appreciate Disabled American Veterans.
- They actually helped me get my VA disability rating. So, thank you so much.
- Just as bad as we do in the VA with information coming back and forth regarding this disabled veteran
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs (02/11/2026)
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- And this developmental disabilities.
- disabilities have People with disabilities have historically<00:17:20.720>
faced <00:17:21.039 - Their disability consent for any reason.
- and advocacy system for people with disabilities.
- <05:44:47.760>
Act of the Americans with Disabilities Act of the Americans with Disabilities