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LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Agriculture Apr 22nd, 2026

Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development

LA
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development May 12th, 2026

Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • 2A agricultural worker program, while also supporting improvements to the H-2B seasonal worker process
  • You have to be an H-2B when the H-2A worker who's doing all these other things with more skills can't
  • 2B program.
  • A lot of those employers will just turn right to the H-2B program. They're going to.
  • A lot of those employers will just turn right to the H-2B program.
Bills: HCR77, HB81, HB512, HB663, HB717, HB1194
Keywords: crawfish, agricultural labor, H-2B program, H-2A program, labor shortage, temporary workers, Louisiana economy, HCR77, crawfish industry, H-2B visa, seasonal labor, agriculture, immigration, arborist, property disputes, tree trimming, neighborhood, landowner rights, Delta Economic Research and Sustainability District, board of commissioners
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LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Agriculture Apr 27th, 2026

Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development

KY
KY

Kentucky 2025 Regular Session

Concurrent House & Senate Standing Committee on Families & Children (3-27-25)

Transcript Highlights:
  • States have the authority to determine eligibility criteria and delivery methods to align with program
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Keywords: Meeting Concurrently w/ (H) Families & Children, 958, all
Summary: The committee met to hear the 2025 Social Services Block Grant preliminary plan from the Department for Community Based Services. Commissioner Lisa Dennis and Executive Adviser Mary Carpenter described DCBS’s mission and explained that the federal block grant, about $21 million annually, supports Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Home Safety Services, Juvenile Services, Residential Treatment Services, and staff training. They said most of the funding goes to staff and training, and that the department uses surveys, focus groups, program monitoring, funding availability, and historical data to set annual goals. They also noted that Kentucky uses the grant to fund direct services and that eligibility is generally limited to Kentucky residents or runaway juveniles based on need and available resources. Much of the discussion focused on child welfare data and the distinction between poverty and neglect. DCBS officials said Adult Protective Services investigates abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults, and that self-neglect cases have trended down in recent years, which they attributed in part to access to federal resources. For Child Protective Services, they reviewed intake and investigation numbers, noting that many calls screen out before meeting statutory criteria, while about 48,000 cases were assessed or investigated and about 8,000 were substantiated. Members raised concerns about how poverty can be mistaken for neglect, especially in rural areas, and DCBS said it has been working with the legislature, staff, and community partners to better define the difference and connect families to community supports when cases do not meet abuse or neglect criteria. Members also asked about the risk to federal funding and the impact on juvenile services. DCBS said it had not received notice that the $21 million block grant would be cut, but it is monitoring federal developments closely and would need to return to the General Assembly for a budget request if funding were lost. The department said about 30% of the federal share goes to juvenile services. Questions also covered the transition in staff training from Eastern Kentucky University to a broader statewide model, and the agency said it is expanding training opportunities and modernizing delivery. Officials discussed the MST pilot for youth, saying it is a successful evidence-based practice operating in three regions—Jefferson, Northern Bluegrass, and Central Kentucky—with positive outcomes and possible expansion. No votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.
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MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

House Rules and Legislative Administration Committee 5/7/25

Rules and Legislative Administration

MN
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee 3/17/25

Agriculture Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
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  • So Ohio has a pretty robust program. They have a robust program down in Missouri.
  • down in Missouri they have a program down in Missouri they have a program<00:20:30.919> in<00
  • that the program is rigorous.
Bills: HF363, HF2155, HF1524, HF821, HF1677, HF1292
Keywords: HF363, property tax credit, agricultural water quality credit, Minnesota agricultural water quality certification program, clean water fund, class 2a, class 2b, certified acres, conservation incentive, water quality, agricultural property, county assessor, county auditor, Department of Revenue, Department of Agriculture, property tax reimbursement, school district reimbursement, legacy finance, taxes committee, southeastern Minnesota
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WY

Wyoming 2025 Regular Session

House Agriculture, State & Public Lands & Water Resources Committee, February 20, 2025

NH
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Environment and Agriculture (01/16/2024)

KY
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Concurrent House and Senate Standing Committee on State & Local Government (3-4-25) - Reupload

KY
KY

Kentucky 2025 Regular Session

Capital Planning Advisory Board (7-9-25)

Transcript Highlights:
  • the programs we're best known for now is our aviation program which uh is nearly 500 students strong
  • with uh with that program with uh with that program talking<00:04:59.759> a<00:04:59.919>
  • aviation program as well. aviation program as well.
  • change from one program to another. change from one program to another.
  • engineering program. engineering program.
Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Attendance Roll Call 00:00:55 Approval of Minutes 00:02:01 Information Items 00:02:10 Review of Executive Branch Agency Plans 00:02:20 A. A. Eastern Kentucky University 00:02:48 B. B. Kentucky Community and Technical College System 00:15:21 C. C. Kentucky State University 00:31:43 D. D. Morehead State University 00:41:44 E. E. Murray State University 01:01:56 F. F. Northern Kentucky University 01:16:09 G. G. University of Kentucky and Hospital 01:25:00 H. H. University of Louisville 01:42:52 I. I. Western Kentucky University 01:56:17, 958, all
Summary: The meeting opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a roll call establishing a quorum. The committee then approved the prior meeting’s minutes. Members were reminded to silence cell phones, and the chair noted an informational item on capital plan amendments made by state agencies during the latest revision period before moving to university capital plan presentations. Eastern Kentucky University President David McFaden outlined EKU’s enrollment growth, strong Kentucky student retention, and signature programs in nursing, occupational therapy, criminal justice, education, manufacturing engineering, and aviation. EKU’s main capital priorities were a new health innovation project to support a proposed osteopathic medical program, including a $50 million escrow requirement until accreditation; a collaborative center for health innovation to address outdated health sciences facilities; a $5 million startup request for an air traffic control program; aircraft upgrades for the aviation fleet; and continued asset preservation funding. In response to questions, EKU said roughly 40% of the new health facility would be dedicated to the medical school, with shared simulation space for multiple health programs, and that aviation maintenance needs are currently being met through KCTCS partners but could be expanded if demand grows. KCTCS representatives then described the system’s scale and capital needs, noting service to 107,000 students, extensive dual credit and workforce training, and a network of 342 buildings across 70 campuses. They said prior legislative support, including $277 million in asset preservation and $90 million released for approved projects, had helped with safety, roofs, energy efficiency, and campus security. Their current priorities include about $30 million for systemwide safety and security upgrades, renovations tied to consolidation and footprint reduction under Senate Joint Resolution 179, and broader asset preservation needs estimated at roughly $300 million to $325 million. Members discussed the need to preserve and expand skilled trades training, and KCTCS said its plan includes construction trades and flexible, multiuse facilities that can adapt to changing workforce needs. No votes were taken beyond approval of the minutes, and the presentations concluded with questions and discussion only.
NC
NC

North Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session

House: Session Jun 18th, 2026

North Carolina House Floor Meeting

NC
NC

North Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session

House: Session Jun 17th, 2026

North Carolina House Floor Meeting

NC
NC

North Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session

House: Session Jun 16th, 2026

North Carolina House Floor Meeting

NC
NC

North Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session

House: Session Jun 15th, 2026

North Carolina House Floor Meeting

NC
NC

North Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session

House: Session Jun 11th, 2026

North Carolina House Floor Meeting

HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

EET Public Hearing 02-28-2023 1:00pm

OK
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 46 Apr 23rd, 2026 at 09:30 am

Oklahoma House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Head coach David Yden has led the Deer Creek cross-country program for more than 20 years.
  • And Emmett Rutherford, who played key roles in developing this exceptional program.
  • And Emmett Rutherford, who played key roles in developing this exceptional program.
  • but a level of dominance, discipline, preparation and a culture of excellence within the Millwood program
  • Continuing a legacy of excellence that has defined their program for generations.
Bills: HR1052, SB2184, SB171
Keywords: 4-H, youth development, community service, education, volunteering, Oklahoma, statutory revision, consolidation, law amendment, emergency legislation, legal clarity, SB171, state government, Capitol security, peace officer commission, legislative security, Department of Public Safety, Commissioner of Public Safety, President Pro Tempore, Speaker of the House
OK
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 45 Apr 22nd, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Oklahoma House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • She's been an active 4-H member for several years and credits the program for giving her meaningful,
  • Dorothy Wilson, Director and State 4-H Program Leader, Langston University. All right here.
  • And Doctor Steven Beck, Assistant Director, State 4-H Program Leader, Oklahoma State University.
  • for all the work they do within our great 4-H program. A leadership council member.
  • And please, one more time, give it up for the Oklahoma 4-H program we have. Mr.
Bills: HR1052, SB2184, SB171
Keywords: 4-H, youth development, community service, education, volunteering, Oklahoma, statutory revision, consolidation, law amendment, emergency legislation, legal clarity, SB171, state government, Capitol security, peace officer commission, legislative security, Department of Public Safety, Commissioner of Public Safety, President Pro Tempore, Speaker of the House
NY
NY

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Standing Committee on Crime Victims, Crime and Correction - 02/04/2025

KY
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture (3-8-22)