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New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Rules Jan 30th, 2026 at 09:10 am

Senate Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • Most of the time, they are elected from around the state.
  • of Education with the authority to appoint a state school superintendent and to operate the State Department
  • Across the country, states use many different education governance structures, yet 49 states still outperform
  • the state, there is broad support for going back to a state superintendent of schools, regardless of
  • , we beat the surrounding states.
Bills: SB104, SJR3, SM3
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Appropriations and Budget REVISED Feb 18th, 2026 at 09:30 am

Joint Committee on Pandemic Relief Funding

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 2786 is the FY25 supplemental for the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
  • House Bill 2787 is a FY26 supplemental appropriation to the State Department of Health to pay for legacy
  • At that time, the act required the health department to select a single supervising entity to award the
  • So, they get the money from the health department to the to this to this group.
  • goals and state strategies.
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Appropriations and Budget Feb 17th, 2026 at 04:30 pm

Joint Committee on Appropriations and Budget

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, House Bill 2786 is supplemental funding for the Department of Mental Health to close out their
  • In addition, OPCN itself is reviewed annually by the Health Department and undergoes a financial audit
  • Is the Oklahoma Pregnancy Care Network a state agency? No, it is a pass-through.
  • These programs are going to be administered under the Oklahoma State Department of Health based on the
  • We have so many obligations with state agencies and various services that we need to give to.
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Appropriations and Budget 2nd Revised Apr 20th, 2026 at 04:30 pm

Joint Committee on Appropriations and Budget

Transcript Highlights:
  • Reclassifies up to $7 million in excess funds and appropriates to the Oklahoma State Department of Health
  • House House Bill 4029 is $68 million dollars appropriated to the State Department of Health.
  • So, one of our goals was to increase the number of nurses in the state.
  • State or expanding existing project nursing programs.
  • Do you know what amount this deduction has been costing the state?
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Appropriations and Budget Apr 20th, 2026 at 04:30 pm

Joint Committee on Appropriations and Budget

Transcript Highlights:
  • This This bill reappropriates excess ARPA interest funds to a couple of projects within the Department
  • There are 5 funds that are allowed under this program right across the state.
  • Also, for our SBA lending, which sends business to our banks in the state to finance these companies,
  • Peaker, just to the point about when When State Question 2 was on the ballot, that was done first by
  • House Bill 4029 merely limits the appropriations given to the Oklahoma State Department of Health for
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

State Committee Meeting - 2026-03-26

State Government Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • of the state. of the state.
  • , federal, or any state agency in the state.
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  • in the state. in the state.
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Administrative Rules REVISED: Links Added Apr 28th, 2026

Administrative Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • law report, it reported that there was approximately a $10 million cost to one business here in the state
  • couple of weeks, Vice Chairman and myself have met with the various regulating agencies, being the State
  • Fire Marshal, the Oklahoma City Fire Marshal, the Building Commission, our fire departments.
  • H.J.R. 1093 addresses all the rules regarding the health-related agencies in the state that promulgated
  • It stated that a public hearing would be held on January the 5th.
Summary: The committee took up several joint resolutions dealing with agency rules. H.J.R. 1090, approving energy- and agriculture-related agency rules, was adopted and passed 10-0. H.J.R. 1091, covering business and commerce rules, was also adopted and passed 10-0. H.J.R. 1092, which had been split out from the business and commerce packet because of a reported $10 million cost impact on one business, was adopted after discussions with regulators about delaying remodeling requirements and addressing safety concerns; it passed unanimously. H.J.R. 1093, approving health-related agency rules, passed 11-0, with some Oklahoma Health Care Authority major rules noted as being handled separately in the Senate. The committee then discussed H.C.R. 1094, a major rule from the Long-Range Capital Planning Commission. Members raised concerns that the agency’s rule impact statement contained errors, incorrect notice and hearing information, and an incomplete economic analysis. After debate over whether the resolution could be amended or had to be accepted or rejected as a whole, the committee voted 11-0 that it did not pass. The committee then considered H.J.R. 1095 with an amendment to specifically disapprove a proposed permanent rule change by the Long-Range Capital Planning Commission that would have allowed the commission to ignore its own rules in the “best interest of the state.” The amendment was adopted 11-1, and the resolution as amended passed. At the end of the meeting, the chair thanked members and staff for their work and said the committee would try to move the resolutions to the floor on Thursday, with another meeting likely needed to address additional major rules coming from the Senate. A committee member also suggested a brief educational review of a prior procedural issue at a future meeting, and the chair agreed to discuss broader concerns about the administrative rules process in a later wrap-up.
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Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

PBS Public Hearing - Wed Apr 15, 2026 @ 10:30 AM HST

Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • license during a state of emergency. license during a state of emergency.
  • I have yet to get follow-up from Maui Fire Department because they're deeming this state project a private
  • I have yet to get follow-up from Maui Fire Department because they're deeming this state project a private
  • department from DHS. department from DHS.
  • by the state of Hawaii Department<01:28:26.520> of<01:28:26.600> Corrections<01:28:27.080
Bills: SCR180
Summary: The committee opened by noting it was likely its last hearing of the 2026 session, then took up several resolutions. SCR 54, on appointing a hydrogen fire safety expert and training on hydrogen-related protocols, and SCR 59, on allowing certain health care professionals to practice without a license during a state of emergency, drew no testimony. Members discussed SCR 59 as a response to past emergencies and the need for pre-approved, updated registries of professionals who could be deployed quickly in emergencies. SCR 62 SD1, which asks the 911 Board to form a working group with the disability community to address access issues in emergency and 911 responses, received testimony from disability advocates and the 911 Board. Testifiers said the measure should ensure an integrated system with EMS infrastructure, real-time access for dispatchers and field personnel, and public education about the system; they also noted that Smart911 is no longer being used on Oahu and Maui and that a statewide, integrated approach is needed. Members agreed to work the suggested language into the resolution. SCR 179, urging Maui County to enforce fire code provisions on brush clearance, fuel breaks, roadside vegetation clearing, and emergency access, was noted as having no testimony but continuing to raise important issues. SCR 74, calling for an audit of no-bid contracts issued under emergency proclamations from 2020 through 2025, drew strong support from a late testifier who tied the measure to emergency procurement concerns after the Lahaina wildfire and COVID-era contracting. The witness argued that procurement rules should not be waived in ways that compromise safety, and described concerns about unlicensed contractors and construction problems in a state housing project. Members asked about the scope of the audit and whether it would interfere with criminal investigations; the witness said the audit should cover a broad range of contracts, including nonprofit contracts, and should not be limited to the wildfire period. The committee also heard SCR 28 SD1 on creating a Hawaii Vietnam Veterans Medal, with support from the Department of Defense and veterans advocates, who said the resolution is intended to do the groundwork for a future appropriation and to determine eligibility and distribution procedures. Finally, SCR 60 SD1, requesting updates on the “Breaking Cycles” rehabilitation and restorative justice study, received support from the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, the Correctional System Oversight Commission, and reform advocates. The department asked that reporting be annual rather than quarterly because of the complexity of the OCCC project, and supporters said the measure would promote transparency and help ensure the study’s recommendations are implemented. No votes were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.
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Transcript Highlights:
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Bills: SB2187
Summary: The joint House Tourism and Water and Land hearing focused on HB 1947, which would repeal the Hawaii Tourism Authority, create an Office of Tourism in DBEDT, and establish a Division of Destination Management in DLNR. The Attorney General opposed provisions allowing the new tourism office or advisory board to hire independent attorneys, and also noted civil service and transfer-of-functions issues, including the need for standard transition language for employees, contracts, records, and equipment. DNR said it stood on its written comments, while the Department of Taxation also stood on its written testimony. HTA opposed the bill, arguing that Act 132 had already improved its governance and that destination management should remain within a single, holistic tourism framework. HTA said it is better positioned to coordinate with counties, communities, and state agencies on both tourism promotion and mitigation of impacts, and pointed to its strategic plan and DMAP work as evidence. The County of Kauai Office of Economic Development also opposed the bill, saying tourism issues cross multiple agencies and that coordination is best handled by one entity rather than splitting responsibilities between DBEDT and DLNR. One member of the public testified in support with reservations, saying Hawaii needs stronger leadership and control, but also warning that dissolving HTA would be a major change. During questioning, committee members pressed HTA on why destination management should not simply be handled by DLNR if HTA already consults with it on land-use and conservation issues. HTA responded that its role is broader than conservation alone and includes balancing economic development, visitor management, and resident quality of life, while deferring to DLNR on matters within DLNR’s jurisdiction. The hearing then moved to decision-making, where the chairs announced amendments that removed the transfer of destination management to DLNR, added counties and state/county agency assistance to the Office of Tourism, and made other conforming changes. The House committees voted to recommend HB 1947 pass with amendments, with several members voting aye and some voting with reservations, and the hearing was adjourned.
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Administrative Rules REVISED: Links Added Apr 28th, 2026 at 09:00 am

Administrative Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • loft report, it reported that there was approximately a $10 million cost to one business here in the state
  • fire marshal, the Oklahoma City fire marshal, the building commission, our fire departments.
  • HCR1093 addresses all the rules regarding the health-related Agencies in the state that promulgated rules
  • Stated that a public hearing would be held on January 5th.
  • It had no provision for what the standard of best interests of the state, and then they would then be
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Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

AEN-TRS, EDT-AEN, AEN DEFER, AEN Public Hearings 02-13-2026

Agriculture and Environment

Transcript Highlights:
  • of Education receives from the United States Department of Agriculture for our school food programs.
  • of Education receives from the United States Department of Agriculture for our school food programs.
  • 54:28.720> States<00:54:29.040> Department<00:54:29.359> of the United States Department
  • of the United States Department of Agriculture<00:54:30.240> for<00:54:30.480> our<00:
  • State your name. Please come forward. State your name.
Bills: SB2709, SB3154
Summary: The hearing began with SB 2709, which would require the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish rules to enforce the Okami arrival program and strengthen quarantine enforcement for plants, non-domestic animals, and microorganisms. The Department of Land and Natural Resources and the Hawaii Invasive Species Council supported the bill, as did DAB, saying it would improve biosecurity and make some provisions mandatory rather than optional. Alaska/Hawaiian Airlines supported the goal but raised concerns about language changing inspections from “may” to “shall” for aircraft, warning of possible federal preemption and operational conflicts unless the bill is clarified to align with federal aviation safety, security, and operational requirements. Committee members questioned DAB about inspection timing, scope, and compliance; DAB said the measure is intended to increase enforcement, improve form completion rates toward a 90% goal, and expand beyond airlines to other entry modes, while also noting plans to restore detector dog use and improve software/AI tools for processing forms. Decision-making on SB 2709 was deferred to February 17 at 3:02 p.m. in Room CR229. The committees then took up SB 3154, an administration measure authorizing the Department of Transportation to assume certain National Environmental Policy Act responsibilities for highway, rail, public transportation, and multimodal projects, with the aim of streamlining environmental review. DOT supported the bill and explained that it would allow the department to work directly with federal resource agencies such as U.S. Fish and Wildlife and SHPO rather than routing everything through federal highways. After brief discussion, the Committee on Transportation voted to pass SB 3154 with technical amendments, and the AEN committee followed with the same recommendation; the measure was adopted with five votes in favor. A later portion of the transcript shifted to SB 2374 on the blue economy. DBED said it supported the concept but noted that it already sits on many working groups and would need resources if a new working group is created. DBED suggested the committee could instead request research through a letter or memo, and said agencies including ADC, HTDC, and Agriculture had already begun internal discussions. Testimony in support came from IMUA Alliance, Hawaii Food Policy, and others, emphasizing the potential for blue economy ventures to support survivors, align with climate and cultural goals, and create economic opportunity. No final vote on SB 2374 appears in the excerpt.
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Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

GVO DEFER, GVO, GVO-EIG, GVO Public Hearings 02-10-2026

Government Operations

Transcript Highlights:
  • The director, acting director of a principal state department, and any deputy director of the department
  • The director, acting director of a principal state department, and any deputy director of the department
  • Uh, SPO, the State Department Office. Okay, thank you so much.
  • >> state department office. >> state department office.
  • Hawaii State Department of Education. Hawaii State Department of Education.
Bills: SB2543, SB2435, SB2352
Summary: The Committee on Government Operations reconvened on February 10, 2026, to take up measures previously heard on February 5. It advanced SB 2983 on criminal destruction of trees with technical, non-substantive amendments and a committee report note asking Judiciary to clarify that removal of invasive species remains allowed; the measure passed with one no vote. SB 2930 on the state risk management revolving fund also passed with amendments, including blanking out the amount, setting a defective date, and directing Ways and Means to review a spreadsheet before further action. The committee likewise passed SB 2928 on making the small business procurement program permanent and SB 2970 on standards of conduct for state agency contracts, adopting the Ethics Commission’s recommended language assigning compliance responsibility to department directors and deputy directors. SB 2927 and SB 3068 on procurement were deferred to a time certain on February 12, and SB 3015 on personal information, SB 2929 on public notice, and SB 2938 on search and rescue were also deferred for further discussion or to avoid re-referral issues. SB 2662 on external consultants was amended to remove a cap and preemptive approval language, narrow the expertise standard, and note possible auditor staffing or appropriation needs; it then passed with amendments. The joint GVO-EIG hearing then took up SB 2543 on state construction projects and an Office of the State Construction Manager within DAGS. Testimony from the Hawaii Iron Workers Stabilization Fund strongly supported the bill, saying it could reduce wasteful spending on large design-build projects and free money for tax credits and other public needs. DAGS, the University of Hawaii, and DLNR offered written comments, while one witness from KIC opposed the measure and asked for an exemption for member-owned electric cooperatives. A Hawaii Solar Energy Association witness also supported the bill but asked that landscape architects be excluded from the bill’s definition of design professionals, and Rocky Mold said Kauai permitting was efficient enough that he had no objection to carving it out. The committee adopted amendments from DNR, DAGS, and UH and passed SB 2543. The hearing also considered SB 2435 on EV charging infrastructure at state facilities. DAGS and the Hawaii State Energy Office supported the concept and explained that the goal was to retrofit managed parking facilities with infrastructure that can meet current and future EV needs, while acknowledging that some stalls can sit unused and that the state must balance space and enforcement. Members raised concerns about whether dedicating 25% of stalls to EV charging would reduce usable parking, and about rural and Big Island conditions where EV range and battery capacity remain limiting. The discussion noted that DOT, DNR, DOE, and DOH may have their own parking facilities outside DAGS control. The committee then indicated it would broaden the bill to apply to all state agencies and lower the threshold in response to member concerns, with final action not fully shown in the transcript.
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Administrative Rules Apr 27th, 2026 at 10:30 am

Administrative Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm the state Medicaid director with the. Oklahoma Healthcare Authority.
  • Other states do not have this.
  • They feel like that it's very easy for one state agency, the Attorney General's Office, OMMA, or the
  • For the Department of Human Services, they collude with the state children's hospitals to kidnap children
  • But in addition to that, as I've stated, I'm going to be running legislation next year to guarantee that
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Transcript Highlights:
  • State University Medical Authority. Chairman Caldwell now made his final pass of the bill.
  • department of Health.
  • Senate Bill 1132 by Caldwell of the House and Hall of the Senate, an act relating to the state department
  • Speaker, on the Oklahoma State Department of mental health and Substance abuse were had originally thought
  • SB 1142 appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • And so they're doing great work for the state of Oklahoma.
  • in economic impact to our state.
  • Now, just compare since we compare with other states, most states get 0 to 5 done in a year.
  • commitment to community in this state is not.
  • And when you see needs in the state, somebody has to step up.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Bill 1132 by Caldwell, Trey of the House and Hall of the Senate, an act relating to the State
  • Department of Health.
  • On the Oklahoma State Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, where it originally thought
  • SB 1142 appropriates ARPA funds to the Department of Human Services, consistent with the recommendations
  • We have asthma affects 28 million people in the United States. 4.75 million of those are children.
Summary: The House reconvened after a quorum call and took up several Senate bills with joint committee reports, mostly involving health and human services funding. SB 1130, relating to University Hospitals authority, passed 74-12 and its emergency clause also passed. SB 1134, funding the Oklahoma State University Medical Authority, passed 75-14 with the emergency clause approved. SB 1131, appropriating ARP interest funds to address a Rogers County gap for the Office of Juvenile Affairs, passed 81-10 and the emergency clause passed. SB 1132, reappropriating ARPA funds for rural hospital rebuild programs under the State Department of Health to avoid federal clawback, passed 82-10 with emergency approval. SB 1133, involving the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services and repurposing interest funds for a Norman building project, passed 68-24 and its emergency clause also passed. SB 1142, appropriating ARPA funds to the Department of Human Services consistent with pandemic relief recommendations, passed 68-21 and the emergency clause was adopted. The House also considered H.R. 1049, a resolution designating May as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Representative Newton summarized asthma’s impact in Oklahoma and nationally, including child health effects and recent deaths in the state, and moved adoption by unanimous consent. The transcript ends with announcements and adjournment until the next scheduled meeting.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • Whereas Vice Admiral Jeffrey Trusler, United States Navy, retired, was commissioned in the United States
  • They create 50,000 jobs in our state for over a $5 billion economic impact to our state.
  • Now, just to compare, since we compare with other states, most states get zero to five done in a year
  • Help make this state better.
  • Help make this state better.
Summary: The House convened, called the roll, and opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a series of recognitions and presentations. Members honored Vice Admiral Jeff Trusler as Veteran of the Week, recognized the Prague Kolache Festival royalty and candidates, unveiled an artwork for the Capitol’s Hall of Heroes, and introduced the Doctor, Psychologist, and Nurse of the Day, along with the OSBI cold case team. The House also adopted HCR 1026, a resolution tied to Earth Day and “Lights Out Day” in Oklahoma, aimed at reducing light pollution and protecting migrating birds. A major portion of the meeting consisted of farewell remarks from Representatives Mike Osborne and Kevin West. Both reflected on their years of service, thanked family, staff, colleagues, and constituents, and emphasized themes of public service, hard work, conviction, and working across differences. Osborne’s remarks focused on freedom, immigration, service, and doing good in public life, while West stressed standing on principle, listening to others, and choosing courage over convenience. After the presentations and personal privilege speeches, the House moved into consideration of legislation. Chairman Caldwell presented the joint committee report on Senate Bill 1130, relating to the University Hospitals Authority, saying it would help ensure Oklahoma and the University of Oklahoma have one of the world’s leading pediatric cardiology units. The transcript ends as members begin considering the bill, with no final vote shown in the excerpt.
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New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Conservation Feb 5th, 2026 at 09:09 am

Senate Conservation

Transcript Highlights:
  • We propose that state agencies participate in a no-cost workshop, and that the state agencies disseminate
  • And my concern there is the Department of Game and Fish—I don't know... ...is the Department of Game
  • throughout the state.
  • None of those states have a five-year period. None of those states have a related-to provision.
  • , you know, across the state.
Bills: SB154, SB187, SB193, SM3
HI
Transcript Highlights:
  • Next we have Superintendent Hayashi from the Hawaii State Department of Education in support. >> Good
  • Next we have Superintendent Hayashi from the Hawaii State Department of Education in support. >> Good
  • Hayashi uh from the Hawaii State Hayashi uh from the Hawaii State Department<00:26:30.960> of
  • , Department of Human Services, Hawaii State Early Learning Board, Excellence and Equity Project, Bono
  • Board of Education, Hawaii State Board of Education, Department<00:54:34.480> of<00:54:34.640>
Bills: SB3082, SB3110, SB3251