Video & Transcript Research : 'Deputy Secretary of Treasury'
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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Michael Faulkender, of Maryland, to be Deputy Secretary of the Treasury. Mar 6th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Finance Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Today we will consider the nomination of Mike Falkender to be Deputy Secretary of the Treasury. Mr.
- The Deputy Treasury Secretary plays a primary role in the formulation and execution of Treasury policies
- , you are highly qualified to serve as Deputy Secretary of the Treasury in this administration.
- You plan to tackle the Iranian threat from your position as Deputy Secretary of Treasury?
- That's not something that I, if confirmed as Deputy Secretary of the Treasury, would have any role in
Keywords:
nomination, Deputy Secretary of Treasury, economic policy, inflation, tariffs, tribal nations, government relations
Summary:
The meeting convened to consider the nomination of Mike Falkender for the position of Deputy Secretary of the Treasury. During the session, multiple members voiced concerns regarding current economic policies under the Trump administration, particularly around inflation, tariffs, and the impact on small businesses. Discussions frequently centered on the administration's approach to tariffs and taxation, and how these factors contribute to the rising cost of living and potential job losses. Additionally, the importance of bolstering government-to-government relationships with tribal nations was emphasized, highlighting the need for specialized offices focused on tribal affairs within the Treasury Department.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider the nomination of Michael Faulkender, of Maryland, to be Deputy Secretary of the Treasury; to be immediately followed by hearings to examine the nomination of Mehmet Oz, of Pennsylvania, to be Administrator of the Centers Mar 14th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Finance Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- We will go into executive session to consider the nomination of Michael Falkender to be Deputy Secretary
- of the Treasury.
- Secretary of the Treasury.
- His background makes him the quintessential to serve as Deputy Treasury Secretary.
- Faulkner's nomination as deputy. Treasury Secretary.
Keywords:
Michael Falkender, Deputy Secretary of the Treasury, IRS, taxpayer privacy, nomination process, committee hearing
Summary:
The committee convened to discuss critical issues surrounding the nomination of Michael Falkender for the position of Deputy Secretary of the Treasury. This meeting included a series of remarks from committee members who expressed divergent views on Falkender's qualifications and the implications of his appointment. Senator Wyden voiced strong opposition, arguing that Falkender represents harmful policies expected to be perpetuated under the current administration, especially concerning taxpayer privacy and IRS tactics. Meanwhile, other members defended Falkender, noting his extensive experience, including a commitment to transparency in government operations if confirmed.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
To receive a closed briefing on Department of Defense cyber operations. Feb 25th, 2025 at 03:00 pm
Cybersecurity Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- He's been nominated to be Deputy Secretary of Defense. If confirmed, Mr.
- I believe he will make a very fine Deputy Secretary of Defense. Mr.
- Unlike the Secretary of Defense, the Deputy does not often make high-profile policy speeches or travel
- Senator Feinberg, you've been nominated to be Deputy Secretary of Defense.
- Steve's President Trump's nominee to be our Deputy Secretary of Defense.
Keywords:
Steven Feinberg, Deputy Secretary of Defense, national security, budget cuts, military readiness, global threats, Department of Defense
Summary:
The meeting primarily focused on the nomination of Steven Feinberg as Deputy Secretary of Defense. The committee emphasized the urgent need for strong leadership in response to a complex array of global threats posed by adversarial coalitions, including China, Russia, and Iran. The discussions highlighted concerns regarding budget cuts and personnel reductions within the Department of Defense, showcasing the challenges posed by the current economic context and the pressing need to maintain military readiness and capabilities. Various members expressed their apprehensions about how impending layoffs and budget reductions would impact the defense workforce and national security.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
House Standing Committee BR Sub. on General Government (2-13-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm Secretary of State Michael Adams.
- The Secretary of State's office is self-sustaining through modest fee... the same 15 minutes or so so
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Meeting Start 00:00:00
Attendance Roll Call 00:00:19
Auditor of Public Accounts 00:01:07
Office of Secretary of State 00:10:22
Kentucky State Treasury 00:17:51
Office of Attorney General 00:28:50, 958, all
Summary:
The Budget Review Subcommittee on General Government met for its first meeting and heard budget-related presentations from the Auditor of Public Accounts and the Secretary of State, with the Treasurer beginning a presentation at the end of the transcript. Auditor Allison Ball reviewed her office’s 2024 and early 2025 work, including hundreds of county and state audits, several special examinations, and ongoing reviews such as the kinship care funding issue, the Kentucky Department of Education audit, and the Jefferson County Public Schools audit. She said her office is focused on waste, fraud, abuse, and legal compliance, and asked the committee to consider future budget changes, including aligning her appropriation with restricted funding and restoring a stronger performance-audit function. She also highlighted audits that exposed serious problems, including the Department of Juvenile Justice review, and said those reports are intended to serve as models for other entities to avoid similar failures.
Secretary of State Michael Adams said his office is self-sustaining through fees and does not need tax dollars, but asked for greater access to its own revenues and more flexibility in using them. He highlighted the Safe at Home address confidentiality program, saying recent changes expanded protections for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking, and that the program has grown rapidly while remaining funded by offender fines. Adams also urged lawmakers to again adjust county election funding for inflation, noting the current per-voter and per-precinct amounts were set decades ago. In questioning, Representative Hart asked whether the Safe at Home program was self-funding; Adams replied that it covers only about 10% of its operating cost and said the best solution would be to let the office use more of the revenue it already collects rather than rely on tax dollars.
Treasurer Martin Medcafe, introduced with staff member Russell Weber, praised the General Assembly’s fiscal discipline and described the Treasury’s work in managing state funds. He reported strong results from the Unclaimed Property Fund, saying the office returned $35.5 million to Kentuckians in its first year and $3.8 million in the first month of the current year, and said the State Investments Commission generated $682 million in returns last year. He also highlighted financial literacy efforts through the Kentucky Financial Empowerment Commission and said the Treasury is helping manage opioid settlement funds, which are now earning up to $200,000 per month through investment. No votes or formal actions were taken in the portion of the meeting provided.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider the nomination of Steven Bradbury, of Virginia, to be Deputy Secretary of Transportation, and routine lists in the Coast Guard. Feb 27th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- to Lieutenant Commander, and the nomination of Stephen Bradbury to be Deputy Secretary of Transportation
- My colleagues have raised questions about the role of outside voices at DOT, especially in light of Secretary
- It boggles the mind to think of an era of autonomy.
- Stephen Bradbury to be Deputy Secretary of Transportation and the promotion of one Coast Guard officer
- Chairman, I move that P.N. 13-2 nomination of Stephen Bradbury to be Deputy Secretary of Transportation
Keywords:
Committee, Transportation, aviation safety, confirmation, Lieutenant Commander, Deputy Secretary, Bradbury, Hafensteiner, aircraft incidents
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation convened to consider the promotion of Coast Guard Lieutenant Samuel Hafensteiner to Lieutenant Commander and the nomination of Stephen Bradbury as Deputy Secretary of Transportation. The meeting highlighted ongoing concerns regarding aviation safety, especially in light of recent aircraft incidents. Members discussed the critical need for knowledgeable leadership within the Department of Transportation to address these safety challenges effectively. Mr. Bradbury's background as a former General Counsel of the Department was presented as a strong asset for the role he seeks.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, Chair, and thank you, Secretary. I appreciate all of you working on that together.
- Donald and Deputy Secretary Kathy Kunkel and my other deputy Kathy Phoenix Doyle, and we all bring different
- Chair, members of the committee, Jason Bowie, Secretary for the Department of Public Safety.
- And thank you, Secretary in Chief and Deputy Chair. Thank you, Deputy Secretary.
- All the deputies and all the badges and all the stuff, I'm... a gigantic supporter of yours.
Keywords:
State Fairgrounds District, fairgrounds bonds, public financing, bond authorization, gross receipts tax, gaming tax, tax-backed bonds, infrastructure funding, Albuquerque fairgrounds, State Fair Tid, economic development, municipal bonds, revenue pledge, capital projects, New Mexico finance, special education, office of special education, deputy secretary, public education department, IEP
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- All of these to start the improvement of that State Fair area.
- of town.
- First of all, some of it will purchase part of that land.
- Administrators, we want To thank the sponsor and the Deputy Secretary for assisting us in adding language
- The coalition of school leaders wanted regular meetings with the secretary on this issue.
Keywords:
State Fairgrounds District, fairgrounds bonds, public financing, bond authorization, gross receipts tax, gaming tax, tax-backed bonds, infrastructure funding, Albuquerque fairgrounds, State Fair Tid, economic development, municipal bonds, revenue pledge, capital projects, New Mexico finance, special education, office of special education, deputy secretary, public education department, IEP
US
Transcript Highlights:
- We're meeting to consider the nominations of Todd Blanche to serve as Deputy Attorney General and Gail
- He is eminently qualified to fill the mission-critical position of Deputy Attorney General, and I've
- How, if you're confirmed as Deputy Attorney General? Will you address some of these issues?
- attorney, as a role of deputy attorney general.
- the Attorney General and supported by the Office of the Deputy Attorney General.
Keywords:
nominations, Deputy Attorney General, Assistant Attorney General, Department of Justice, Todd Blanch, Gail Slater, confirmation hearing
Summary:
The meeting focused on the nominations of Todd Blanch and Gail Slater for the positions of Deputy Attorney General and Assistant Attorney General for Antitrust, respectively. The committee considered the qualifications of both nominees, with opening statements provided by the nominees themselves. There was an evident emphasis on the rigorous vetting process that nominees undergo before their selection, highlighting the importance of the roles within the Department of Justice. Members of the committee engaged in a structured question-and-answer session to further evaluate the nominees' capabilities and fit for the positions they were nominated for, with each member allotted seven minutes to pose questions.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- In a few moments, I want you to hear from Jill Weiss, who is the Deputy Secretary of that bureau.
- So we create a Deputy Secretary of Special Ed that is chosen by the Secretary of Education.
- Secretary of Special Ed, that is chosen by the Secretary of Education.
- By creating a dedicated Office of Special Education and a deputy secretary with expertise in the field
- I'm the Cabinet Secretary of the Public... Mr.
Keywords:
special education, office of special education, deputy secretary, public education department, IEP, individualized education program, students with disabilities, IDEA, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, dyslexia, dyslexia screening, structured literacy, reading intervention, multilayered system of supports, MTSS, student assistance team, free appropriate public education, FAPE, special education compliance, charter schools
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Appropriations and Finance Feb 2nd, 2026 at 02:03 pm
House Appropriations & Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- This has been a lot of work.
- As part of the first kind of pillar, there's a coordinated set of appropriations that are designed to
- work with a myriad of state agencies, public schools, and institutions of higher education.
- None of those are adopted.
- And it's a reflection of each one of you, your constituents, your communities.
Keywords:
general appropriation, budget, Medicaid, education funding, public safety, State Fairgrounds District, fairgrounds bonds, public financing, bond authorization, gross receipts tax, gaming tax, tax-backed bonds, infrastructure funding, Albuquerque fairgrounds, State Fair Tid, economic development, municipal bonds, revenue pledge, capital projects, New Mexico finance
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Ways and Means General Fund Committee Apr 16th, 2025
Ways and Means General Fund
Transcript Highlights:
- And just for the committee, if I might, there's been a lot of concern about portions of this piece of
- Members of the ... ...Thank you, Chairman. Members of the committee. Thank you.
- of crypto.
- You know, that obviously takes substantial reworking of some of these things. Yeah.
- crypto assets of some sort.
Keywords:
firefighter benefits, occupational disease, line of duty, disability pension, death benefits, retirement benefits, hypertension, heart disease, respiratory disease, cancer presumption, HIV, hepatitis, municipal firefighters, state firefighters, fire districts, workers' compensation, public safety employees, post-retirement benefits, benefit eligibility cutoff, occupational illness
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Budget Review Subcommittee on Personnel, Public Retirement, and Finance (2-8-23)
Keywords:
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NM
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm state chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, and I'm a member of AFT New Mexico.
- We sort of hit that new level of licensure. For those of us, I was a teacher for 35 years.
- classified or retired at some of the lower levels of salaries and thereby lower levels of...
- I'm a fellow of the Society of Women Engineers.
- ' exploration of a variety of innovative projects.
Keywords:
educational retirement, annuity adjustments, cost of living, non-compounding payments, retirement benefits, STEM funding, education, innovation, public education, New Mexico, nominating committees, boards of regents, student representation, political party registration, New Mexico constitution, special education, office of special education, deputy secretary, public education department, IEP
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- And you can kind of think of us somewhat like the State Department of Ag, where a critical state need
- area of geothermal, we want to make sure that all of the, I don't know.
- So most of the seismicity that we see in that southeast corner is kind of one big cluster of earthquakes
- Draw, which is kind of west of Carlsbad.
- And most of these desal plants, they involve re-injection of the concentrates.
Keywords:
SB29, math requirements for teaching license, teacher licensure, teacher endorsement, mathematics methods, elementary education, secondary education, special education, early childhood education, reciprocity, Public Education Department, Mathematics and Science Education Act, mathematics instructional leadership framework, professional learning plan, K-3 screening, mathematics screening assessment, mathematics difficulty, support plan, multilevel support, intervention
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- Chairman, members of the committee, Marla Schoetz, here on behalf of the New Mexico Coalition of Education
- Chairman, members of the committee, Marla Schoetz, here on behalf of the New Mexico Coalition of Education
- Chair of members of the committee.
- of that.
- My name is Stephanie Rodriguez, and I am the Secretary of Higher Education.
Keywords:
SB29, math requirements for teaching license, teacher licensure, teacher endorsement, mathematics methods, elementary education, secondary education, special education, early childhood education, reciprocity, Public Education Department, Mathematics and Science Education Act, mathematics instructional leadership framework, professional learning plan, K-3 screening, mathematics screening assessment, mathematics difficulty, support plan, multilevel support, intervention
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm going to let my deputy secretary speak on that. So, yes, thank you. I'm Nathan McBride.
- I'm the Deputy Secretary, Department of Environmental Quality. Mr.
- I'm going to let my deputy secretary speak on that. So, yes, thank you. I'm Nathan McBride.
- I'm the Deputy Secretary, Department of Environmental Quality. Mr.
- Lyons, our Representative Lyons, I'm the Deputy Secretary, Department of Environmental Quality. Mr.
Keywords:
HB 290, Act 426, sunset law, Department of the Treasury, Louisiana Treasury, re-creation, reauthorization, statutory entities, termination date, sunset review, Title 49, fiscal administration, state finance, agency continuation, legislative authority, insurance premiums, Municipal Fire and Police, dedicated fund, assessments, Louisiana legislation
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- And then that would become part of the rate development of that insurer.
- of any additional enforcement, the Department of Insurance is currently...
- Looking at the four corners of the bill and the lack of any additional enforcement, the Department of
- of those networks of pharmacies.
- Representative McFallen, HB 290 just recreates the Department of Treasury and statutory entities made
Bills:
SB25, SB250, HB22, HB27, HB33, HB47, HB233, HB290, HB308, HB324, HB382, HB533, HB559, HB575, HB980, HB1157, HB1207, HB1236, HCR45
Keywords:
registrar of voters, parish registrar, chief deputy registrar, confidential assistant, election administration, elections, salary schedule, compensation, merit evaluation, population-based pay, census-based pay, Department of State, Secretary of State, State Board of Election Supervisors, redistricting, senate districts, Senate District 33, Senate District 34, Senate District 35, precincts
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Budget Review Subcommittee on General Government, Finance, Personnel and Public Retirement (7-15-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- We'll go ahead and call our first uh presenter to the table, and I think that's our Secretary of State
- I'm Michael Adams, the Secretary of State, and this is Jennifer Scotchfield, the assistant secretary
- Secretary of State Adams, I've always remarked to you personally about what a great job you do.
- do as Secretary of State.
- :30.480><c> of</c> is an employee of the department of is an employee of the department of agriculture
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Meeting Start 00:00:00
Attendance Roll Call 00:00:15
Office of the Secretary of State 00:01:59
Office of the Attorney General 00:12:40
Department of Agriculture 00:22:44, 958, all
Summary:
The Budget Review Subcommittee on General Government, Finance, Personnel, and Public Retirement heard presentations from the Secretary of State, the Attorney General’s Office, and the Department of Agriculture. Secretary of State Michael Adams said his office had no major new budget or authority requests, but he updated members on voter-roll maintenance, ongoing litigation over a law preventing voting in multiple states, the Safe at Home program for domestic violence survivors, human trafficking outreach, reduced spending, and new anti-fraud measures for business registrations and electronic service of process.
Members then discussed Adams’ remarks, especially his criticism of Kentuckians for the Commonwealth. One senator objected that the organization should not be shut out of the legislative process, citing First Amendment concerns. Adams responded that he was not seeking to ban anyone from speaking, but wanted lawmakers to remember the harm he believes the group’s litigation does to election integrity and bipartisan reform. Representative Jackson praised Adams and his staff for their work.
Deputy Attorney General Rob Duncan outlined the office’s work, including criminal prosecutions, civil litigation, body armor grants, administrative hearings, domestic violence and violent crime initiatives, election security, child support services, and the new Office of Data Privacy. He said the child support program transition from CHFS had created budget shortfalls and that the office would seek additional funding next session. In response to questions from Representative Lockett, Duncan said he did not yet have exact cost figures but expected funding needs and noted barriers related to personnel, budgeting, and integration. The committee also heard from Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell, who highlighted the Kentucky Office of Agricultural Policy’s 25th anniversary, the new Office of Economic Development, and the role of Miss Kentucky in promoting agriculture. He said the department would seek recruitment and retention funding, possible staffing for EV station inspections, and continued support to make the agriculture economic development fund permanent.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Elections, Const. Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs (2-6-25)
Transcript Highlights:
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Consideration of HB 27 00:04:20
Presentation by Secretary of State 00:10:44
Presentation by Karen Sellers and Jason Denny 00:35:56
Consideration of HB 45 00:55:36, 958, all
Summary:
The committee first handled House Bill 27, which would remove the prohibition on political yard signs in planned communities statewide while still allowing communities to regulate size, placement, and duration. The sponsor said the 2023 Planned Communities Act created an unintended consequence by treating similar homeowners differently based on grandfathering dates, and a legal explanation was offered that the bill would clarify the law and avoid constitutional problems. After discussion, the committee voted 15-0 to pass the bill with favorable expression.
The next item was an update from the Secretary of State on the 2024 election and implementation of House Bill 53, which created prompt post-election audits. He said the audits were carried out smoothly, most found no discrepancies, and no election winners changed, though he recommended adding a specific timeline to the law. He also discussed voter-roll maintenance, saying Kentucky has removed more than 440,000 ineligible voters since 2020, and argued that federal law and limited access to federal databases remain the main obstacles to faster cleanup.
Members asked about the possibility of improper removals, double voting across states, and how provisional voting works. The Secretary said anyone improperly removed can reregister, that any double-voting abuse is likely marginal but still unacceptable, and that provisional ballots are available when eligibility is in doubt and can be reviewed by the county board of elections. He also urged Congress to modernize the 1993 federal voter-registration law, improve access to death and citizenship data, and create a central interstate information-sharing system for election officials.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- And if you would, just give the secretary a couple minutes to inform the committee of what we're going
- Secretary Greenstein: Good morning, Secretary Greenstein, Louisiana Department of Health.
- Rebecca Harris, Secretary for the Department of Children and Family Services. Up a little louder.
- And so it is my position as the secretary of the department that I strongly believe that we must move
- We have the Secretary of State here, so I'll give her preference.
Keywords:
registrar of voters, parish registrar, chief deputy registrar, confidential assistant, election administration, elections, salary schedule, compensation, merit evaluation, population-based pay, census-based pay, Department of State, Secretary of State, State Board of Election Supervisors, redistricting, senate districts, Senate District 33, Senate District 34, Senate District 35, precincts