Video & Transcript Research : 'Chapter 111'
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MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence May 11th, 2026
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence
Transcript Highlights:
- We at the Ombudsman Program support the proposed amendment to Chapter 10 of the General Laws to establish
- I'm speaking on behalf of the Massachusetts chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Massachusetts
Keywords:
rest home, rest homes, medication administration, medication management, assisted living, long-term care, elder care, older adults, senior care, nursing home, resident care, self-administration, licensed facility, Chapter 111, section 71, Responsible Person, caregiver, direct care staff, care facilities, funding
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Aging and Independence heard testimony on two sets of bills: Senate 3057/House 5376, concerning assisted living residences, and Senate 3056/House 5243, concerning medication administration in rest homes. On the assisted living bills, MassALA supported the proposal but urged amendments to clarify and limit fines and to specifically authorize certified medication aides for limited medication administration in assisted living. AARP and the state long-term care ombudsman supported the bills and the new trust fund, with AARP backing the use of certification fees and fines to fund oversight, and the ombudsman emphasizing the need for more staffing and resources to address complaints, evictions, billing issues, and resident advocacy. MassNAELA also supported the bills but asked for additional provisions on executive director licensure, building code and emergency preparedness standards, and broader task force membership; committee members said they would review draft language and noted that building code changes would require further study.
The rest home bills drew testimony from providers and industry groups who opposed the Department of Public Health’s proposed shift away from the long-standing “responsible person” medication model toward a MAP-based framework. Witnesses from rest homes, MARCH, and LeadingAge Massachusetts said the responsible person system has been used for decades, is safe and affordable, and is tailored to rest homes’ resident population and staffing realities. They warned that requiring certified medication aides or nurses would sharply increase costs, worsen workforce shortages, and could force closures or resident displacement. Several witnesses said they were open to strengthening training and oversight, but wanted a task force or collaborative process rather than immediate regulatory replacement of the current model.
Committee members asked questions about the history of the responsible person model, how medication administration works day to day, whether other states use similar systems, and whether data exist comparing medication error rates. The chairs indicated interest in moving the rest home bill sooner rather than waiting for additional fire marshal or building-code work on the assisted living side, and asked witnesses to submit proposed language and any supporting data in writing. The hearing concluded with thanks to the chairs and a motion to adjourn, which was approved.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Health Services (3-14-23)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jC1ovV2SYg8, 2026-06-21T07:17:03+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Start: 00:00
Roll Call: 00:12
SB 43 Discussion: 01:09
SB 43 Roll Call Vote: 06:58
SB 111 Discussion: 08:07
SB 111 Roll Call Vote: 15:23
SB 110 Discussion: 17:16
SB 110 Roll Call Vote: 21:16, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on State and Local Government (2-2-22)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmYuOTp6X-A, 2026-06-21T07:16:59+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Start: 00:00
Roll Call: 01:11
SB 111 Discussion: 02:06
SB 111 Roll Call Vote: 06:18
SB 112 Discussion: 07:29
SB 112 Roll Call Vote: 09:28
SB 106 Discussion: 10:09
SB 106 Roll Call Vote: 20:47, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Banking and Insurance (3-13-24)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSjoZNVGUKE, 2026-06-21T07:17:07+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Start 00:00
Roll Call 00:15
HB741 Discussion 02:38
HB741 Vote 17:29
SB 194 Discussion 18:49
SB 194 Vote 19:31
SB 111 Discussion 20:34
SB 111 Vote 28:58
SB 155 Discussion 33:57
SB 155 Vote 37:00, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Banking and Insurance (3-5-24)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWpvPOjqa6Q, 2026-06-21T07:17:06+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Start 00:00
Roll Call 00:14
SB 111 Discussion 00:54
SB 111 Vote 17:13
SB 194 Discussion 19:54
SB 194 Vote 21:39
HB 280 Discussion 22:33
HB 280 Vote 34:00
HB 371 Discussion 34:28
HB 371 Vote 37:00
HB 495 Discussion 37:33
HB 495 Vote 46:54, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Judiciary (2-13-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- Chairman, members of the committee, it's an honor to be here today to present Senate Bill 111.
- Chairman, members of the committee, it's an honor to be here today to present Senate Bill 111.
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Meeting Start: 00:00:00
Roll Call: 00:00:04
SB 02: 00:01:37
Discussion in Opposition to SB 02: 00:09:49
SB 84: 00:22:19
SB 111: 00:30:35, 958, all
Summary:
The committee first considered Senate Bill 2, sponsored by Senator Mike Wilson, which would prohibit incarcerated people from receiving cross-sex hormones or gender-affirming surgeries, while allowing a tapering period if stopping an existing treatment would cause physical harm. Wilson said the bill was needed to prevent the Department of Corrections from providing such care by memo or policy rather than statute, and he argued the care was elective and not medically necessary. Senators Thomas, Neal, Nemes, Styers, and others questioned whether any gender-affirming surgeries had actually occurred in Kentucky, whether the hormone treatments were physician-prescribed, and whether the bill would override medical judgment; Wilson said the department reported no surgeries, that 67 incarcerated people were receiving cross-sex hormone therapy, and that he would only support treatment if it fit the bill’s narrow medical-harm exception.
Public testimony on SB 2 was strongly opposed. Chris Hartman of the Fairness Campaign said the bill would deny medically necessary care, violate the Eighth Amendment, and target a very small and vulnerable incarcerated population. Dr. Jack Skilles testified that gender-affirming care is medically necessary and supported by major medical organizations, warning that denying it could worsen mental health and lead to suicidality. Hannah Callahan, a transgender woman, described being denied hormone therapy while incarcerated and said the interruption caused severe physical and mental harm, including suicidal thoughts. Emma Curtis, Lexington’s Fourth District councilwoman, also urged a no vote, framing the issue as a matter of compassion and religious duty.
The committee then voted on SB 2. Senator Neal explained his no vote by saying he was not medically trained and deferred to doctors; Senator Nemes said he wanted clarification that the bill would not stop ongoing treatment; and Senator Styers argued the bill was a poor priority and noted there was no fiscal note and that only 67 people were affected. Senator Wheeler moved the bill, Senator Reed seconded, and the committee reported Senate Bill 2 favorably. Afterward, the committee began hearing Senate Bill 84, sponsored by Senator Steve Rawlings, which would limit judicial deference to state agency interpretations and require courts, not agencies, to interpret ambiguous laws, citing the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2024 Loper Bright decision overturning Chevron deference.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Local Government (3-16-22)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1w3XTer1X0, 2026-06-21T07:17:00+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Start: 00:00
Roll Call: 00:24
SB 42 Discussion: 01:39
SB 42 Roll Call Vote: 14:21
HB 765 Discussion: 16:20
HB 765 Roll Call Vote: 17:56
HB 719 Discussion: 19:38
HB 719 Roll Call Vote: 20:39
HCR 126 Discussion: 21:45
HCR 126 Roll Call Vote: 35:11
SB 111 Discussion: 36:50
SB 111 Roll Call Vote: 41:07
SB 112 Discussion: 42:19
SB 112 Roll Call Vote: 43:38
SB 152 Discussion: 44:31
SB 152 Roll Call Vote: 45:57, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Judiciary (10-16-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- This time we'll go into item number four on the agenda, Senate Bill 111, an act relating to juvenile
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act <00:23:54.320>relating <00:23:54.640>to Senate Bill 111 - , an act relating to Senate Bill 111, an act relating to juvenile<00:23:55.280>
justice. - In this way, Senate Bill 111 fills a gap in services for youth with significant mental health issues
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Keywords:
Meeting Start: 00:00:00
Roll Call: 00:00:05
25 RS HB 534 - AN ACT relating to actions for forcible entry and detainer: 00:01:45
25 RS SB 111 - AN ACT relating to juvenile justice: 00:23:46
Children's Advocacy Centers of Kentucky: 01:13:26
Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) Treatment in State and County Correctional Facilities: 01:25:28, 958, all
Summary:
The committee approved the September 18 minutes and then heard testimony on House Bill 534, which would automatically seal dismissed eviction filings and protect youth from public disclosure in forcible detainer cases. Rep. Susan Tyler Whitten and George Ecklan of the Coalition for the Homeless said the bill is aimed at reducing housing barriers for Kentuckians, especially those with dismissed cases, while preserving landlords’ rights to pursue rent, collections, damages, and other legal remedies. They said the proposal was developed with input from landlords, clerks, judges, AOC, and service providers, and noted that similar laws exist in other states. Several members, including Sen. Neimes, Rep. Deetsz, Rep. Cole Carney, and Sen. Thomas, expressed support while emphasizing that the bill is narrowly tailored to dismissed cases and should not affect legitimate landlord claims; Sen. Wheeler raised concerns about cases involving settlements or delays and whether future landlords should know about them. The sponsors responded that the bill only covers dismissed actions, that dismissals require a judge’s order, and that the goal is to remove barriers created by records that remain publicly visible even when a case is resolved.
The committee then took up Senate Bill 111 on juvenile justice. Commissioner Randy White, Kentucky Hospital Association President Nancy Galvanny, and Dr. Clark Lester of the University of Kentucky said the bill would require a secure state-run facility for youth with high-acuity mental health needs in detention and, until that is built, create a process with incentives for private hospitals to provide inpatient treatment with safeguards and increased compensation. They argued that detention is not an appropriate setting for severely mentally ill, violent youth and that private psychiatric hospitals often refuse these referrals or discharge them early. Dr. Lester cited recent referral data showing high denial rates for juvenile justice youth in private hospitals in August and September, often due to aggression, and described a case in which repeated placement attempts failed because of violent and self-harming behavior. The presenters said the bill is intended to fill a service gap and improve safety and outcomes for youth, staff, and hospitals, but no vote or final action on the bill was taken in the portion of the meeting provided.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Housing Jun 18th, 2026
Joint Committee on Housing
Transcript Highlights:
- The law is Chapter 241.
- It's my suggestion that we amend Chapter 241, and in doing that we would provide the court with the authority
- I don't think you want to amend the condominium statute. ...that we amend Chapter 241 and, in doing that
- But one of the reasons may be that Chapter 241 has been used mostly for... ...it started off in the Middle
- I would say it's not unusual, but it's at the lower end of the scale of using Chapter 241. Got it.
Bills:
H5314
Keywords:
condominium conversion, co-owned property, tenants in common, two-unit building, duplex, partition action, Land Court, chapter 183A, chapter 241, master deed, shared ownership, housing, property law, real estate, easements, common areas, common expenses, condominium ownership, small multifamily housing, 1212
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- As we noted in our testimony, as written, the bill appears to conflict with Chapter 89.
- Uh, basically, wages under Chapter 89 are reserved to collective bargaining.
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wages <00:20:48.920>under <00:20:49.120>chapter <00 - are reserved uh wages under chapter 89 are reserved to<00:20:51.000>
collective <00:20:51.280> - <01:05:50.480>
89A pricing as subject to chapter 89A pricing as subject to chapter 89A as<
Keywords:
harassment, restraining order, temporary restraining order, injunction, protective order, public employer, public servant, public employee, government employee, state employee, legislator, judge, judicial branch, executive branch, local government, political subdivision, workplace violence, threats, stalking, employee safety
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 3/18/25
Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
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- 144.5 to 111.56, and the definition of a nursing home employer references chapter 256R that outlines
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Keywords:
HF339, Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board, nursing homes, long-term care, elder care, workforce standards, certified worker organizations, labor funding, general fund appropriation, worker grants, Minnesota labor law, nursing home staffing, caregiver workforce, section 181.214, HF1272, nursing home, boarding care home, nursing home workers, labor standards, Medicaid-certified facility
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Higher Education Mar 19th, 2026
Joint Committee on Higher Education
Keywords:
student nutrition, food allergies, celiac disease, gluten-free meals, allergen-free meals, medically restricted diets, school meals, college dining, K-12 education, higher education, disability access, accessibility services, food service, nutrition information, website disclosure, school website, meal accommodations, special diets, Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 71
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Higher Education held a hearing on two late-filed bills, H. 5012 and S. 2927, titled An Act Relative to Students Accessing Food and Nutritional Information, sometimes referred to by witnesses as the “Snack Act.” The bills would require schools to make clearer, centralized online information available about gluten-free and allergen-free meals, including menus, food safety protocols, ingredient information, and contact information, so students with celiac disease and other medically necessary dietary restrictions can safely participate in universal school meal programs.
Representative Michelle Badger and Senator Joan Lovely both testified in support, describing the legislation as an equity measure that would help families trust school meals and reduce barriers to participation. A series of witnesses, including pediatric and adult gastroenterologists, a Harvard Medical School faculty member, a Celiac Disease Foundation representative, parents, and several children and college students with celiac disease, said that celiac disease requires a strict lifelong gluten-free diet and that lack of clear communication often leads families to avoid school meals. They emphasized risks from cross-contamination, the stress and social exclusion children experience, and the fact that many schools already have the underlying information but do not present it in an accessible way.
Committee members responded positively, praising the young witnesses and noting that the bill could benefit students beyond the celiac community by improving transparency for all medically restricted diets. One member suggested the Department of Public Health might also address the issue through regulations, similar to a prior restaurant allergy protocol effort. No votes were taken at the hearing, and the chair closed the hearing after testimony concluded.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Mar 17th, 2025
Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Transcript Highlights:
- any other law, this section applies only only to that first section is basic coverage plan under chapter
- 1551 that's employees section 2 of their line 6 basic plan under chapter 1575.
- Part three, primary care coverage plan under Chapter 1579. nine, that is TRS retired employees, and then
- There's under chapter 1601, those are the U.T. and A&M systems have separate policies, so they had to
- Citizens and businesses by integrating this office into Chapter 13, a house.
Keywords:
financial crime, card fraud, motor fuel theft, law enforcement, criminal activity, skimmers, prevention, training, credit card fraud, debit card fraud, prosecution, illegal possession, state law, HB 618, Texas insurance code, IVF, in vitro fertilization, fertility treatment, infertility coverage, government employee health benefits
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Licensing & Administrative Procedures Mar 25th, 2025
Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Keywords:
licensing, reciprocity, regulation, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, interstate agreements, massage therapy, civil penalties, human trafficking, public safety, law enforcement, student permit, occupational regulation, education, occupations code, criminal history, HB 2286, interior designers, certificate of registration, renewal, Texas Board of Architectural Examiners
NV
Nevada 2025 Regular Session
Assembly Committee on Government Affairs Jun 1st, 2025 at 10:00 am
Government Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Alexis Motorx with the Nevada Chapter Associated General Contractors, here today opposed to SB 507, particularly
Bills:
SB507
Keywords:
SB507, Nevada, governmental administration, Office of Nevada Boards Commissions and Councils Standards, Department of Business and Industry, professional licensing boards, occupational licensing, regulatory fees, state account, nonreverting fund, Commission on Postsecondary Education, taxicab, taxi technology fee, Nevada Transportation Authority, Taxicab Authority, transportation network company, TNC, rideshare, Uber, Lyft
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Plano, located in Collin County, is actually the largest Texas city not currently qualifying for Chapter
- Specifically, we're seeing Chapter 380 rebate agreements used not to incentivize new investment, but
- It doesn't eliminate the use of Chapter 380 rebate agreements.
- This is not how Chapter 380 agreements were meant to operate.
- Chapter 207 specifies a suitable job that someone should be applying for.
Keywords:
monuments, memorials, public property, historical significance, civil penalties, local governance, project financing zone, municipal tax revenue, convention centers, multipurpose arenas, infrastructure development, hike and bike trails, outdoor recreation, environmental stewardship, Bicentennial Trail, Texas history, cultural heritage, unemployment benefits, eligibility, Texas Workforce Commission
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Public Service Jun 3rd, 2026
Joint Committee on Public Service
Transcript Highlights:
- This bill before you represents a critical opportunity to extend Chapter 111F and related benefits and
Keywords:
retirement benefits, police officer, surviving spouse, pension, public service, police chief, deputy police chief, civil service exemption, local governance, Medford, H5384, Craig Riley, Haverhill, firefighter, fire department, civil service, civil service examination, maximum age requirement, age waiver, age exemption
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House State Government Finance and Policy Committee 2/24/26
State Government Finance and Policy
Keywords:
Inspector General, fraud prevention, state audit, public funds, misuse, transparency, government accountability, ethnic councils, diversity, governance, state participation, community representation, barbering, licensing, examinations, barber schools, public safety, certifications, Barber Examiners Board, Minnesota Historical Society
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
GVO-HHS, GVO DEFER, GVO Public Hearings 03-24-2026
Keywords:
HI Senate YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wz4p3lxpmTU, 2026-07-02T01:23:35+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, 00:00 - Start
00:37 - HB 2114
02:15 - DM GVO-HHS 3:00 PM
04:08 - DM GVO DEFER 3:00 PM
07:40 - GVO 3:05 PM SCR 111 / SR 104
08:15 - SCR 74 / SR 68
08:40 - DM GVO 3:05 PM
Hearing Notices:
GVO-HHS 3:00 PM
https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/hearingnotices/HEARING_GVO-HHS_03-24-26_.PDF
GVO DEFER 3:00 PM
https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/hearingnotices/HEARING_GVO_03-24-26_DEFER_.PDF
GVO 3:05 PM
https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/hearingnotices/HEARING_GVO_03-24-26_.PDF, 912, senate, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate Committee on Business and Commerce (Part I) Feb 18th, 2025
Business & Commerce
Transcript Highlights:
- I noticed that for some reason, this advisory committee was not included in Chapter 2110, which pertains
Keywords:
emergency alerts, weather alerts, public safety, local government, municipality, county, website posting, online notice, emergency management, disaster preparedness, evacuation, National Weather Service, NOAA, Texas Division of Emergency Management, TDEM, localized alerts, hazard warnings, severe weather, watch warning advisory, public information