Video & Transcript Research : 'Undersecretary of Science'
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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nominations of Preston Griffith, of Virginia, to be Under Secretary, and Dario Gil, of New York, to be Under Secretary for Science, both of the Department of Energy. Apr 10th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Energy and Natural Resources Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Dario Gil, nominated to be Undersecretary of the Department of Energy for Science.
- by the Secretary, and the Office of Undersecretary for Science was added in 2005 to serve as the Secretary
- for Science at the Department of Energy.
- . as a member of the National Science Board, of which I am currently the Chairman.
- while the open science element that is fund under the office of science, maybe a small fraction. of the
Keywords:
nominations, Undersecretary of Energy, Undersecretary of Science, Preston Griffith, Dario Gil, energy policy, scientific innovation
Summary:
The meeting was convened to discuss several significant nominations, particularly focusing on Preston Wills Griffith III for Undersecretary of Energy and Dr. Dario Gil for Undersecretary of Science. The committee underscored the importance of these roles in shaping American energy policy and scientific innovation. The discussion highlighted the nominees' backgrounds, with Griffith having extensive experience at the Department of Energy and the White House, and Gil bringing expertise in quantum technology and energy research. Members expressed a strong desire to understand the nominees' perspectives on current challenges facing the energy sector, including regulatory mandates and national security concerns. The meeting concluded with a commitment to ensuring thorough evaluations of the candidates and their proposed approaches to pressing issues.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider the nominations of Stephen Miran, of New York, to be Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, Jeffrey Kessler, of Virginia, to be Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security, William Pulte, of Florida, to b Mar 6th, 2025 at 10:00 am
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- He also refused to provide any... of the 25,000 posts that he deleted from X after the election.
- Stephen Myron to be the Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisors. The clerk will call the roll.
- William Polte to be the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency.
- of Consumer Financial Protection.
- Kessler be the Undersecretary of Commerce for Industry and Security. Clerk will call the roll. Mr.
Keywords:
nomination, Senator Warren, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Federal Housing Finance Agency, Undersecretary of Commerce, accountability, oversight
Summary:
The committee convened to discuss several nominations, notably for key positions including the directors of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Federal Housing Finance Agency, and Undersecretary of Commerce. Senator Warren raised significant concerns during her opposition to all four nominees, citing their failure to provide satisfactory answers regarding their qualifications and policy perspectives. She expressed particular alarm over Jonathan McKernan's ties to external influences and Jeffrey Kessler's hesitance to acknowledge geopolitical threats, leading to discussions about accountability in nominations and oversight. The votes resulted in a mixed outcome, with some nominees being approved while others faced substantial opposition.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- And so, we are looking in terms of the instruction that happens to be in line with the science of reading
- And so, we are looking in terms of the instruction that happens to be in line with the science of reading
- And so, we are looking in terms of the instruction that happens to be in line with the science of reading
- And so, we are looking in terms of the instruction that happens to be in line with the science of reading
- And so, uh, we are looking in terms of the instruction that happens to be in line with the science of
Keywords:
telecommunication devices, student use, public schools, student engagement, educational outcomes, confiscation policy, mental health, statewide policy, community literacy, education, Title I funding, reading proficiency, underserved communities, family engagement, tutoring, literacy support, adult education, community education, literacy programs, workforce development
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate Committee on Health and Human Services Apr 16th, 2025
Health & Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- He believed he was contributing his body to science for the benefit of medical progress, but instead,
- One high-profile investigation involving the University of North Texas Health Science Center exposed
- Every year, thousands of Texans generously donate their bodies to science, playing a crucial role in
- I'm the Vice President of Tissue Management for Science Care. I'm here to speak on SB2721.
- Kiesner and the two of you, do y'all use cadavers or bodies for things that are non-science?
Keywords:
body donation, medical science, forensic science, willed body program, informed consent, boarding home, boarding home facility, adult care home, group home, assisted living, county reporting, municipal reporting, annual report, reasonable accommodation, fair housing, disability accommodation, local ordinance, permit requirement, Texas Health and Human Services Commission, HHSC
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- In our own state, at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, over 2,350 unclaimed bodies
- A loving father believed he was contributing his body to science for the benefit of medical progress,
- So in 2001, I discovered, So in 2001, I discovered that the University of North Texas Health Science
- I'm the vice president of tissue management for Science Care. I'm here to speak on the bill.
- Kiesner and the two of you: Do you all use cadaver bodies for things that are non-science?
Keywords:
body donation, medical science, forensic science, willed body program, informed consent, boarding home, boarding home facility, adult care home, group home, assisted living, county reporting, municipal reporting, annual report, reasonable accommodation, fair housing, disability accommodation, local ordinance, permit requirement, Texas Health and Human Services Commission, HHSC
Summary:
The committee first heard Senate Bill 2480, which would clarify that the Texas Medical Board may collect license renewal surcharge fees from all licensees to fund the Texas Physician Health Program and related administrative costs. The bill author explained the funding fix was needed after prior language was found to allow surcharges only for physicians and physician assistants. Witnesses from the Texas Physician Health Program supported the measure and described the program’s confidential monitoring and treatment services; members asked about the fee amount, which was described as capped at $15 per two-year registration cycle. The bill was left pending.
The committee then took up Senate Bills 1406 and 2721, both authored by Senator Parker, addressing the handling of human remains by non-transplant anatomical donation organizations, willed body programs, and related facilities. Senator Parker and several witnesses described alleged abuses involving unclaimed bodies, consent problems, body leasing, hotel-based dissections, and mishandling of cremains, and argued for strict licensing, inspections, transparency, and criminal penalties. Supporters included families of deceased veterans and other relatives, a biomedical ethicist, the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops, and some public safety and hotel industry representatives who said legitimate training should continue but bad actors should be shut down. Opponents or cautious witnesses from accredited donation organizations and bioskills labs said they support stronger oversight but warned the bills could unintentionally disrupt legitimate medical education and urged clearer language and implementation of existing law. Both bills were left pending.
Senate Bill 1681, by Senator Menendez, would require counties and municipalities that regulate boarding homes to report facility standards and related information to the Health and Human Services Commission. The author said the bill is intended to improve state oversight of boarding homes that serve elderly and disabled residents and to address abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The bill was left pending after brief discussion.
After the testimony portion, the committee returned to voting on pending business and unanimously reported Senate Bills 527, 912, 1580, 1952, and 2032 to the Senate with recommendations that they do pass and be printed, and each was also recommended for the local and uncontested calendar. The committee also adopted a committee substitute for Senate Bill 407 and reported the substitute favorably, with six ayes and three nays. The committee then moved on to Senate Bill 500 as pending business.
AL
Alabama 2026 1st Special Session
Alabama House Constitution, Campaigns and Elections Committee Feb 4th, 2026
Constitution, Campaigns and Elections
Transcript Highlights:
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- uh of of making the alternative method uh of of making the list<00:17:51.039>
available <00:17: - uh of of making the alternative method uh of of making the list<00:17:51.039>
Keywords:
HB272, LASEA, AMSTEP, Alabama Commission on Higher Education, State Department of Education, teacher loan repayment, student loan forgiveness, educator shortage, teacher shortage, acute educator shortage, acute shortage location, public K-12 schools, school systems, math teachers, science teachers, computer science teachers, charter schools, failing schools, underperforming schools, teacher recruitment
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Boards, Agencies and Commissions Committee Feb 12th, 2025 at 10:30 am
Boards, Agencies and Commissions
Transcript Highlights:
- Pro Tim Pringle, full of jokes. Pringle, full of jokes today.
- I know the clerk of court was there. I can't think of her name right off.
- It has made a mockery of the sunset committee and all of their hard work.
- the citizens of the state of Alabama.
- I bet a friend of...
Keywords:
U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Alabama Space Science Exhibit Commission, public facilities, space exploration, education programs, bond issuance, Governor involvement, pharmacy, pharmacist licensure, Alabama State Board of Pharmacy, renewal fees, continuing education, disciplinary actions, sessions, 2025-R, 1, 219
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Education (9-16-25)
Transcript Highlights:
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alliance. - >
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and <00: - of computer science to their students.
Keywords:
Call to Order and Roll Call - 0:25
Approval of Minutes – 3-50
2025 RS SB 253 – 4:25
Computer Science and AI Literacy – 27:36
Fayette County School District Budget Update – 51:46
Adjournment – 2:09:46, 958, all
Summary:
The committee first handled routine business, including roll call, introductions, and approval of the previous meeting minutes by voice vote. It then heard a presentation on SB 253, focused on expanding support for teacher apprenticeship and teaching-and-learning pathways. Senator Hickman and staff from the Kentucky Department of Education and Nelson County Schools described how the program uses dual credit, work-based learning, and registered apprenticeship to help students earn an associate degree in high school and continue toward a teaching degree. They said the goal is to address the teacher shortage by creating a sustainable pipeline into the profession.
Witnesses emphasized that the main barrier is cost. Mary Taylor said Kentucky’s youth apprenticeship model has been successful in other fields and that education should be added as an in-demand sector, but an associate degree alone will not solve the teacher shortage because teachers still need a bachelor’s degree and certification. Laura Arnold of Nelson County Schools described the district’s Lead Nelson program, saying the district has invested more than $800,000 since 2021, currently has 37 students in the pathway and seven committed apprentices, and spends about $85,000 per apprentice from freshman year through certification. She said district staffing, planning, and university partnerships are also significant hurdles. Members asked about job guarantees, tenure, and retirement; Arnold said employment is performance-based and retirement issues are being considered.
Senator Hickman said the bill would use lottery funds to help cover tuition and dual credit costs so more districts can participate, noting that a prior version died because of a high fiscal note. Representative Payne and Representative Tipton praised the program but stressed the need for funding and noted inconsistencies between statute and budget language on Work Ready Kentucky and dual credit support. Representative Tipton also cautioned that lottery revenue may not keep pace with demand and said the General Assembly may need to make broader funding decisions. After the apprenticeship discussion, the chair moved the committee to the next agenda item on computer science and AI literacy, where Code.org began a presentation on the importance of computer science for all students.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- science of reading into teacher science of reading into teacher preparation.<00:26:54.320>
Palby - Um we have the science of literacy.
- science of reading and to our read act. science of reading and to our read act.
- > but<01:10:35.840>
also the science of reading theory but also the science of reading theory - ><01:41:08.159>
with <01:41:08.400>the science of math last year with the science of math
Bills:
HF3421
Keywords:
early literacy, reading instruction, teacher preparation, teacher candidates, teacher licensure, educator licensing, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board, PELSB, field experience, supervised practicum, evidence-based reading, science of reading, literacy methods, teacher training, preservice teachers, school-based experience, reading intervention, Minnesota education policy, 1183, house
LA
Keywords:
education, investment, workforce development, TOPS, higher education, repayment, scholarships, academic eligibility, financial aid, athletics, high school sports, state report, student wellness, computer science, scholarship, curriculum requirements, workforce training, education funding, data administration, financial assistance
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Education Oversight REVISION 2: SB1812 - Added Apr 15th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Education Oversight
Transcript Highlights:
- you for your support of this bill.
- And on behalf of all of our children now and our future children's future wealth, health, thank you for
- your support of this bill.
- Department of Education and the State Board of Education to select those programs and those specific
- One of the things that came out of that was, I think, she correctly identified the problem of us naming
Keywords:
teacher certification, pilot program, education, state board, alternative pathways, education grants, competitive grants, revolving fund, State Department of Education, State Board of Education, Strong Readers Act, literacy instruction, reading intervention, dyslexia, science of reading, structured literacy, multisensory instruction, school districts, public education funding, education innovation
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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action - of income and expenditures, review of of income and expenditures, review of change<00:25:10.000>
- So the majority of the uh of the 19.
- of this information about why, you know, maybe some of the trends of the decreasing number of authorizers
- >
of <00:45:20.160>January Department of Education as of January Department of Education
Keywords:
anonymous reporting, school safety, education, crisis intervention, threat reporting, early literacy, reading instruction, teacher preparation, teacher candidates, teacher licensure, educator licensing, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board, PELSB, field experience, supervised practicum, evidence-based reading, science of reading, literacy methods, teacher training, preservice teachers
VA
Virginia 2026 Regular Session
Technology and Science, Joint Commission on May 6th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- The delegate Hayes serve as chair of the Joint Commission on Technology and Science.
- It's been moved and properly. of the Joint Commission on Technology and Science.
- Favola, remain or serve as the vice chair of the Joint Commission on Technology and Science.
- This year we're trying to bring a little more of the science into J-COTS.
- As background, the Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine created a Commonwealth of Virginia
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- science of reading curriculum and instructional materials.
- science of reading curriculum and instructional materials.
- science of reading curriculum and instructional materials.
- science of reading curriculum and instructional materials.
- science of reading curriculum and instructional materials.
Keywords:
education, literacy, science of reading, school performance, funding flexibility, innovation zones, equity and inclusion, HF52, New Germany, wastewater treatment, wastewater facility, sewer infrastructure, capital investment, bonding bill, state bonds, Public Facilities Authority, municipal infrastructure, water quality, sanitation, sewage treatment
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education Feb 18th, 2026
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education
Transcript Highlights:
- of this.
- Trustees of University of South Florida.
- of the University of Florida.
- We're trying to look and see what the success and the future of the Science Fair in Florida is.
- Heavener, James Heavener, the Board of Trustees of the University of Florida? No. Okay.
Bills:
S1694
Keywords:
technology education, digital literacy, artificial intelligence, computer science, high school graduation
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee on Higher Education met with a quorum present and first took up CS for SB 1694, which would require technology-integrated postsecondary general education core courses to include digital literacy and competency instruction, including use of artificial intelligence tools, and encourage high school computer science courses with AI content to teach how AI systems use data, their benefits and limitations, and responsible use in academic and personal contexts. The bill drew support from several speakers who emphasized the need for students to understand AI’s capabilities, limitations, ethics, and risks, while one speaker raised concerns about overreliance on AI and the loss of skills. Senator Davis said the bill was a good step toward preparing the future workforce and suggested earlier instruction might be worth considering later. The bill was reported favorably, and Senator Leek asked to be recorded in the affirmative.
The committee then heard a long series of confirmation presentations for trustees at multiple Florida colleges and universities, including Tallahassee State College, USF, UNF, Palm Beach State College, the College of the Florida Keys, Hillsborough College, Miami-Dade College, Florida A&M University, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida International University, New College of Florida, Florida Polytechnic University, and the University of Florida. The appointees generally emphasized student success, workforce alignment, fiscal responsibility, access and affordability, and institutional growth; several members and senators offered supportive comments, with some asking about specific issues such as Tallahassee State’s NCLEX passage rates and the need for continued improvement. One appointee’s attendance was delayed or skipped for later consideration, but the committee ultimately took a block vote and reported the confirmations favorably to the Ethics and Elections Committee.
Finally, Chair Harrell gave a brief overview of the higher education budget, describing a total of $11.9 billion and highlighting increases for workforce education, Florida College System operating funds, workforce development capitalization, the Rural Incentive for Professional Educators program, the USF Center for Nursing, preeminent research universities, UCF’s community school grant program, UF’s Lassinger Center on Learning, the Florida Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment, and campus security through a postsecondary guardian program. Senator Davis asked about a transfer related to the workforce development capitalization and incentive grant fund, and the chair explained it was a transfer of an existing program with new funds being added. There was no public comment on the budget, and the meeting adjourned after Senator Leek requested to be recorded in the affirmative on SB 1694.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Common Education REVISION 3: SB1410 - Link added Apr 1st, 2026 at 03:00 pm
Common Education
Transcript Highlights:
- So, current law provides that exception for districts with ADM of 400 or fewer.
- It's a request bill from the Department of Agriculture and it simply places the program into statute
- The Department of Ag sees it's it's advantages. It's good that it's done for so many years.
- It's done a lot of good, so they'd like to have it in statute. Are there further questions?
- There's a but we will be back next week with a little bit bigger list of bills.
Keywords:
school boards, educational governance, conflict of interest, employee relations, Oklahoma statutes, SB1410, Oklahoma agriculture, Ag in the Classroom, agricultural education, K-12 curriculum, teacher incentives, rural schools, urban schools, Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry, State Department of Education, OSU Cooperative Extension Service, classroom grants, farm education, ag literacy, school outreach
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider the nominations of David Fotouhi, of Virginia, to be Deputy Administrator, and Aaron Szabo, of Virginia, to be an Assistant Administrator, both of the Environmental Protection Agency. Mar 13th, 2025 at 12:45 pm
Environment and Public Works Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- It doesn't just understand climate science, it teaches climate science.
- Any kind of a decent straight answer. Go ahead. You're the author of the chapter on BBA, correct?
- Do you have, or do they have, any record of the advice that you gave? I am not aware of any record.
- Is the reason you have no records because you got rid of your records of your engagement with Project
- I note the presence of a quorum, and I now call up Presidential Nomination 13-6, David Fatui of Virginia
Keywords:
Environmental Protection Agency, David Fatui, nominations, climate science, environmental policy, public testimony
Summary:
During this committee meeting, members engaged in substantial discussions regarding the nominations for key positions at the Environmental Protection Agency. The nominations for David Fatui as Deputy Administrator and another nominee received favorable reviews, with several members expressing support for their qualifications and the importance of their roles in addressing environmental issues. Notable conversations highlighted concerns about the current administration's stance on climate science and regulatory practices, particularly focusing on a controversial statement made by one of the nominees that undermined established climate science. Senator Whitehouse expressed deep frustration over the implications of this viewpoint on future environmental policy and regulation.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Education Policy Committee Apr 9th, 2025
Education Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- of.
- The cultural behavior of any human society depends on the state of energy as the result of its sexual
- and the lack of discipline in the families, lack of discipline in the schools is the root problem of
- It upholds the freedom of choice. It allows the freedom of choice.
- Um, you this body, the House of Um, you this body, the House of Representatives, the state board of education
Keywords:
Ten Commandments, public education, displays, funding, Alabama law, STEM, science education, technology education, engineering education, math education, workforce development, career pathways, Alabama STEM Council, Department of Workforce, education policy, higher education, community colleges, K-12 education, teacher pipeline, STEM careers
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Education (11-1-23)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVcFG004ZU0, 2026-06-21T07:17:05+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Approval of Minutes – 00:04:00
Homeschoolers’ KEES Scholarships – 00:04:28
Truancy Issues – 00:18:18
Innovations in Education – 00:57:19
WeLeadCS Statewide Computer Science Academy – 01:41:07
Assessment Results – 01:46:20, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
HI
Transcript Highlights:
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- >> Well, some of it some of it is paid. >> Well, some of it some of it is paid.
- >
Keywords:
sports officials, referees, umpires, athletic directors, school administrators, league administrators, coaches, assault, first-degree assault, substantial bodily injury, temporary restraining order, TRO, private counsel, Department of Education, DOE, sports safety, school sports, amateur athletics, professional sports, public schools