John Laird — Referenced as having spoken about communication.
John Laird — Voted aye during the roll call.
Eloise Reyes — Eloise Reyes was called present during quorum call and then repeatedly recorded as voting aye on a series of agenda items, including items 2C, 2D, 2E, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7/8.
Eloise Reyes — Senator Reyes questioned Dr. Garson about Confire in San Bernardino County, focusing on the Emergency Communications Nurse System and the broader problem of ambulance offloading and related pressures on emergency response.
Eloise Reyes — Thanked for the prior question and referenced as focusing on elder and vulnerable communities.
Eloise Reyes — Referenced again as the member whose line of questioning is being continued.
Eloise Reyes — Voted aye on the motion.
Eloise Reyes — Senator Eloise Reyes is introduced as the next questioner and thanked for being present, then begins her questioning by asking how the Office of Health Equity identifies its priorities and measures its impact, framing the discussion around how the office sets goals and evaluates effectiveness.
Eloise Reyes — Senator Eloise Reyes is recognized as the next speaker, is thanked for the strong support of her family and community and for the impact of her work, and then is recorded as voting aye during the roll call.
Dr. Hernando Garson — Dr. Hernando Garson continued his opening testimony by describing his disaster-response background, international training and nonprofit work, and personal background before inviting questions. He then shifted to EMSA’s strategic plan, explaining that it serves as a roadmap for the agency’s progress and has driven updates to outdated regulations and the development of metrics to measure success. He identified preparedness in the face of federal changes and climate-related challenges as a major priority, along with improving data integration through IT upgrades and work with the Department of Technology so EMS data can be consolidated and analyzed more effectively. Garson also explained how California’s EMS system balances statewide standards with local control through a two-tiered governance structure, with local EMS agencies writing policy tailored to rural and urban differences, while EMSA provides technical assistance and follows up with agencies to help them come into compliance when needed.
AB40 — AB 40 is discussed as the legislation requiring emergency regulations related to ambulance patient offload time. The speaker references the bill as the basis for MSA/MSSA to produce emergency regulations and notes the need for clearer guidance and a portal to support the verification/signature workflow for the requirements in the legislation.
Dr. Garson — Explained that alternative EMS response models must be safe and noted the long-standing challenge of ambulance patient offloading and emergency department crowding.
Mr. Miller — Described as disabled and caring for his son Justin, who has cerebral palsy; they died in the Los Angeles fires after an ambulance did not arrive.
Stephanie Weldon — Stephanie Weldon opened her testimony with a cultural acknowledgment and introduction of her role with the Office of Health Equity. She expressed pride in serving as the first Native American woman in the position and as the department’s tribal liaison, and said her experiences as a young mother, grandmother, woman, and Urock person will guide her leadership and provide important insight.
Stephanie Weldon — Speakers strongly support Stephanie Weldon’s appointment/confirmation as Deputy Director of the Office of Health Equity, praising her credentials, lived experience, leadership, work ethic, commitment, and talent. They also reference her discussions of issues affecting Native communities and note that her drive and understanding of hardship come from her upbringing and family, with her mother expressing pride and support.
Aikui — CEO of the California Rural Indian Health Board and member of the York Tribe, speaking in support of the confirmation.
Johann Cardenas — Speaks for the California Panagna Health Network in strong support of Stephanie Weldon.
Heather Hossler — Executive Director of California Indian Legal Services and citizen of the Hoopa Valley Tribe, speaking in strong support of Stephanie Weldon.
Sergio Aguilar Giacciola — Professor at UC Davis in internal medicine and founding director of the Center for Reducing Health Disparities, speaking in support of Stephanie Weldon.
Michelle Sanchez-Haganbotham — Identified herself and expressed support for Stephanie Weldon.
Leosem Chioque — Name appears uncertain in the transcript and may be a mis-transcription.
Golshanis — Executive Director of Bass Social Services Foundation; urged approval of Stephanie Weldon's appointment.
Kim D.O. Campo — Tuolumne Miwok retired caseworker who raised concerns about lack of Native services in Solano County.
Dr. Roland Moore — Introduced himself and identified his role with the Pacific Institute and the Native American technical assistance provider team.
Dr. Juliette Lee — Introduced herself as part of the Native American technical assistance provider team.
Alex Filippelli — Director of the LGBTQTA Center at the California Reducing Disparities Project; testified in support of Stephanie Weldon.
Donald Moore — Donald Moore, identifying as a young Native American man, describes how he has been affected by mental health challenges, substance abuse, and environmental impacts. He continues by saying he is speaking on behalf of Native American children and youth, emphasizing that he feels heard and is advocating for his community and siblings.
Courtney Beacquiver — Richmond resident and member of the local urban community who supports Stephanie Weldon's nomination.
Mary McQuillan — Mary McQuillan, Stephanie’s mother and a retired federal law enforcement officer, testified in support of Stephanie’s confirmation. She briefly described her career in law enforcement, including work as a uniformed officer, criminal investigator, and chief of police, and also mentioned that her son is a mental health patient with schizophrenia. She closed by reiterating her support for Stephanie’s confirmation.
Shannon Grove — Voted aye on item 4.
Shannon Grove — Voted aye on item 5.
Shannon Grove — Voted aye on item 6.
Shannon Grove — Voted aye on items 7 and 8.
Shannon Grove — Not mentioned in the spoken text of this section, but part of the committee context; no substantive role here.
Shannon Grove — The chair indicates the next question will come from Senator Jones.
Shannon Grove — The speaker thanks Senator Jones at the end of the exchange.
Shannon Grove — Called during the roll vote.
Shannon Grove — Referenced indirectly as the Republican colleague Senator Laird usually banters with.
Shannon Grove — Likely intended as 'Jones' in the transcript; the motion was attributed to Senator Jones, but the expected member list does not include Jones.
John Laird — Called as present during quorum call.
John Laird — Identified as making the motion on item 2C.
John Laird — Voted aye on item 2C.
John Laird — Identified as making the motion on item 2D.
John Laird — Voted aye on item 2D.
John Laird — Identified as making the motion on item 2E.