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• The resolutions are approved and adopted.
• Madam Clerk, please read House Resolution 1052. Madam Clerk, please read House Resolution 1052.
• At the end of the day, though, our resolution was never about being punitive.
• Speaker, I respectfully ask to pull down House Resolution 1052.
• Speaker, I respectfully asked to pull down House Resolution 10,052.

Summary: The House convened with prayer, recognized guests, and adopted consent-calendar resolutions before taking up House Resolution 1052 regarding Arkansas Girls State. Rep. Vaught explained that about 150 eligible girls were denied registration because a counselor missed the deadline, and said the House would instead host an “elite Girls State” program for them this summer. He then moved to withdraw the resolution, and the withdrawal was accepted. The chamber also presented a citation to Pastor Richard Hamlin for his service during the session. The House then considered several Senate appropriation bills. Senate Bills 3, 4, 7, 15, 21, and 31 all passed with broad support and emergency clauses. Senate Bill 77, an unfunded appropriation related to Arkansas Television Network/PBS matching funds, drew extended debate. Supporters said it would encourage private donations and could help with programming and infrastructure, while opponents argued the department had not requested the money and that the House should not force additional funding. The bill failed on the first vote, was brought back for a second vote after questions about the rules and the nature of the appropriation, and failed again. After the fiscal session business concluded, Rep. Meeks moved to adjourn sine die, and the House agreed. The House caucus then met to elect the Speaker-designate for the 96th General Assembly. The chamber suspended the formal election process by voice vote and unanimously elected Speaker Brian S. Evans as Speaker-designate. Evans thanked members, reflected on the 95th General Assembly, and pledged continued leadership and accountability.

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• Item number six, introduction of resolutions. Mr. Clerk, are there any resolutions for action?
• Clerk, are there any of resolutions. Mr.
• Clerk, are there any resolutions<00:37:04.720> for<00:37:04.960> action?
• resolutions for action? resolutions for action?
• >> Madam Speaker, there are no resolutions >> Madam Speaker, there are no resolutions

Bills: HB1952, HB1951, HB1929, HB2497, HB2208, HB2572, HB1953, HB2551, HB2549, HB1737, HB1628, HB1769, HB2493, HB2264, HB1997, HB2168, HB2427, HB1805, HB2180, HB2184, HB2219, HB2469, HB2233, HB2519, HB2141, HB1904, HB2201, HB2410, HB2007, HB2385, HB2444, HB2349, HB2235, HB1872, HB2416, HB2291, HB2292, HB2263, HB2359, HB2455, HB1509, HB1514, HB1515, HB1648, HB2164, HB2323, HB1825, HB2172, HB1888, HB2005, HB2387, HB2358, HB2119, HB2276, HB2472, HB1714, HB2325, HB1541, HB1960, HB2140, HB2315, HB2367, HB2388, HB1696, HB2333, HB2138, HB2332, HB2283, HB2059, HB2057, HB2589, HB2417, HB2337, HB1588, HB2217, HB2020, HB1915, HB1742, HB2026, HB1965, HB1546, HB2360, HB1563, HB1749, HB2614, HB1511, HB1753, HB1849, HB1641, HB2161, HB2194, HB1721, HB2284, HB2188, HB1897, HB1880, HB1573, HB1876, HB20, HB2137

Keywords: HB1952, Hawaii agriculture, University of Hawaii, CTAHR, College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience, Kauai, agricultural research station, extension station, capital improvements, general obligation bonds, GO bonds, appropriation, ADA compliance, Americans with Disabilities Act, certified kitchen, greenhouse, laboratory, field research, cesspool decommissioning, invasive species

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• This resolution is offered by Representative Garcia.
• It has been moved and seconded that the resolution be adopted. Any discussion?
• We will be taking a voice vote on this resolution. All those in favor say aye.
• and House concurrent resolutions be referred to their designated committees.
• and House concurrent resolutions be adopted.

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• Clerk, read the resolution, please.
• Clerk, read the resolution, please. Mr. Clerk, read the resolution, please.
• Hear a motion to adopt the resolution. Hear a motion to adopt the resolution.
• Speaker, I have a resolution. Mr. Speaker, I have a resolution.
• Clerk, read the resolution. Clerk, read the resolution.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• :37.360> by<00:19:37.600> Senator Joint Resolution Number 26 by Senator Joint Resolution
• > 69<00:19:50.240> by House Joint Resolution number 69 by House Joint Resolution number
• Speaker, I have a resolution. >> Clerk, see the resolution.
• The this is done by simple resolution.
• have to do a resolution each year. Okay. have to do a resolution each year. Okay.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• Two resolutions have been presented, which the clerk will read.
• Two resolutions have been presented, which the clerk will read.
• The Senate will lay that resolution aside and just consider the other one. Mr.
• The question comes on adoption of the resolutions. All those in favor say aye; opposed, no.
• The ayes have it, and the single resolution is adopted; the other one was laid aside.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and took up two resolutions, laying aside one commending the Endometriosis Alliance of Massachusetts and adopting the other, which commended the Admetech Foundation for recognizing the 17th annual Prostate Cancer Awareness Day. The chamber then recessed while it received the certified returns from the special election in the First Middlesex District and appointed a committee to canvass the votes. The special committee reported that the votes had been canvassed and that Vanna Howard appeared duly elected. The Senate then appointed a committee to notify Governor Maura Healey and the Executive Council that the Senate was ready for the swearing-in, and Howard was formally administered the oath of office as senator from the First Middlesex District. Governor Healey and Senate leaders offered welcoming remarks highlighting Howard’s background, her historic status as the first Cambodian American state senator, and the significance of her service. In her remarks, Howard thanked voters, supporters, family, and mentors, reflected on her journey as a refugee from Cambodia, and said she was committed to continuing the work of her predecessors and serving the district. After the ceremony, the Senate adopted an order to meet again the next day at 11 a.m. in formal session, ordered Howard’s remarks spread upon the record, and approved the emergency preamble for an act establishing a sick leave bank for Sally DeRosher, an employee of the Department of Correction. The Senate then adjourned.

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• Several resolutions have been presented, which the Clerk will read. By Mr. Feeney.
• Several resolutions have been presented, which the Clerk will read. By Mr.
• The question comes on adoption of the resolutions. All those in favor say aye. Opposed?
• The ayes have it, and the resolutions are adopted.
• The ayes have it, and the resolutions are adopted. There is no objection.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and adopted two congratulatory resolutions recognizing IBEW Local 103’s 125th anniversary and the Town of Tewksbury’s 375th anniversary. It then took up several local and private bills, including a revised charter bill for the City of Somerville and a sick leave bank bill for a Department of Corrections employee, both of which were advanced to engrossment. The chamber also suspended various joint rules to refer several House and Senate petitions to the appropriate committees. During the session, Senator Carr delivered a personal privilege statement reflecting on the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks and urging unity, compassion, and resolve in the face of division and violence. Later, the Committee on Ways and Means reported favorably on bills updating Nikki’s Law and the MassHealth day habilitation program, allowing fentanyl test strips, and regulating affordable car rentals; the Senate suspended the rules to consider these matters forthwith and ordered the first two to third reading, while adopting a Ways and Means amendment and advancing the car rental bill as amended. The Senate also concurred in House amendments to the Cambridge and Medford charter bills, adopted emergency preambles for two sick leave bank bills, and passed several measures to be enacted, including sick leave bank bills, the Cambridge and Medford charter bills, and a charter bill for the City of Saugus. The chamber adopted an order to reconvene the following Monday at 11 a.m., approved a motion to adjourn in memory of the victims of September 11, and observed a moment of silence before adjourning.

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• We have a memorial resolution. If you can take your seat at your desks.
• The chair lays out the following resolution. Secretary, read the resolution. Which senator?
• Senate Resolution 89 by Colhorse in memory of Elizabeth Ann Seligman McCarty.
• Chair recognizes Senator Co courses on the resolution. Thank you, Mr. President and members.
• Would all those in favor of the resolution please rise. Resolutions adopted.

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• Further introductions, if not, Madam Clerk, on page two introduction of measures: Senate Concurrent Resolution
• 8 and Senate Resolution 4 for referral to committee.
• of measures Senate concurrent resolution of measures Senate concurrent resolution number<00:02:14.080
• > eight<00:02:14.440> and<00:02:14.560> Senate<00:02:14.920> resolution number
• eight and Senate resolution number eight and Senate resolution number<00:02:15.599> four<00:02

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• Moving on to motions and resolutions, the absence of the day, Assemblymember Alvarez, Assemblymembers
• Before we vote, we will first take up resolutions.
• Resolutions on the consent calendar for the purpose of adding co-authors.
• Clerk will read the resolutions on the consent calendar.
• House resolution six. Again, that is ayes 66, noes 0.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• <00:33:40.080> printed<00:33:40.320> in Resolution 1020 amended as printed in Resolution
• Consideration of resolutions. Introduction of resolutions. Mr.
• this resolution stands for.
• And this resolution Colorado value.
• In 1971, resolution.

Keywords: 981, all

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, approved the March 9, 2026 journal, and received committee reports on several appointments and bills. The education committee recommended confirmation of appointments to the Charter School Institute Board and the Colorado Mesa University Board of Trustees. The judiciary committee reported several measures, including Senate Bills 75, 132, 104, and 112 and House Bills 1017 and 1103, with recommendations ranging from amendment to favorable referral to the committee of the whole, and some placement on the consent calendar. The chamber also received multiple House messages transmitting House Joint Resolution 1020 and a number of House bills, many of which were passed on third reading and sent to the Revisor of Statutes. The Senate then moved out of order to consider Senate Joint Memorial 002 honoring former Senator Lewis H. Ent. The memorial recounted his service as a Marine in the Korean War, his work as a farmer and county commissioner, and his long legislative career in the House and Senate, with emphasis on agriculture, water policy, natural resources, veterans affairs, and local government. Several members and former members spoke in support, describing him as a mentor, a relentless advocate for the San Luis Valley and its water issues, and a respected colleague. Representative Martinez and Senators Hillman and Jones offered personal recollections of working with him and his influence on their service. The Senate suspended Rule 31A to allow remarks from House members and former senators, then adopted SJM 002 by a unanimous 35-0 vote. The memorial directs copies to members of Ent’s family, and Minority Leader Simpson requested that the current roll call be added as co-sponsors, with no objection noted.

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• out what his resolution, what his study is going to prove.
• And we can jointly do a resolution saying this paid disparate.
• We have a study resolution out. We have a study that actually Ms.
• Senator Presley, I'm trying to figure out what the resolution is.
• I mean, I— I'm trying to figure out what the resolution is.

Bills: HB27, HB143, HB205, HB308, HB311, HB417, HB430, HB562, HB812, HB1129

Keywords: inmates, department of public safety, per diem, local correctional facilities, jail funding, insurance premiums, Municipal Fire and Police, dedicated fund, assessments, Louisiana legislation, hazardous waste, cleanup fund, environmental protection, state treasury, Consumer Price Index, law enforcement, firefighters, health insurance, survivors benefits, Lafayette

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• Senate Joint Resolution 5. Committee reports. Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources.
• Senate Joint Resolution One following.
• Introduction of resolutions. Mr. Schoffler, please read the title of SJR 006.
• I move Senate Joint Resolution 006 layover until Monday, February 2, 2026.
• 37:08.000> layover Senate Joint Resolution 006 layover Senate Joint Resolution 006 layover until

Keywords: 981, all

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, approved the January 28, 2026 journal, and received routine Senate Services reports on printed and enrolled measures. Committee reports were read, including Agriculture and Natural Resources recommending Senate Bill 10 to the Committee of the Whole with a favorable recommendation and consent-calendar placement, and Senate Joint Resolution 1 for final action by the Senate. The chamber also received a reappointment report for two members of the Colorado Water Resources and Power Development Authority. Senate Joint Resolution 006, concerning support for Coloradans navigating the U.S. immigration system and transparency in federal enforcement, was introduced and then laid over until Monday, February 2, 2026, on motion of the Majority Leader. The Senate also heard a tribute recognizing Rockmount Ranchwear Manufacturing Company for its 80th anniversary and legacy in Colorado, including remarks about its history, cultural influence, and family leadership, followed by applause and recognition of company representatives. Additional floor recognitions highlighted University Prep's Arapahoe Street campus, the Colorado Forest Health Council, and visiting students from Samberg Elementary and Littleton Public Schools. Announcements covered upcoming committee hearings, a legislative reception at the Buckhorn Exchange, and a Carter Science and Technology Policy Program breakfast event. The Senate then adjourned on motion until 9:00 a.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026.

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• So the resolution is a different topic than what is contained in the state government finance bill.
• <00:04:38.000> So<00:04:38.240> the also pass a resolution.
• So the also pass a resolution.
• :40.000> topic<00:04:40.320> than resolution is a different topic than resolution is a
• > taking<00:12:58.560> before This resolution that we're taking before This resolution

Bills: HF3228, HF475

Keywords: workers' compensation, insurance programs, employee protection, Minnesota statutes, safety regulations, statue replacement, Hubert H. Humphrey, national commemoration, civil rights, Minnesota history, 1183, house

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• I urge you to support this resolution.
• That's what we heard in general and as the resolution says in general as well.
• This resolution is not a dream, it's a vision that can and should be made real.
• This resolution ensures we're not just watching history, we're helping to shape it.
• House, uh, House concurred resolution 76, which is intended to, to, um.

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• this<00:21:59.360> is<00:21:59.520> hcr1<00:22:00.200> 183 next set of resolutions
• this is hcr1 183 next set of resolutions this is hcr1 183 HR<00:22:01.039> 178<00:22:02.039><
• this<00:22:56.600> agenda<00:22:57.360> this<00:22:57.480> is last resolution
• of this agenda this is last resolution of this agenda this is HR<00:22:58.520> HCR<00:22:59.440
• We are back for decision-making on our 10 a.m. agenda, on all of the resolutions we just heard.

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• We will now go to House Resolution 249 by Representative Fisher. Thank you.
• Resolution. Rep. Fisher, on your bell. Your bill. Resolution.
• So I decided to do a resolution, just urging them to ensure that AI...
• I think this is an excellent resolution. Thank you, Madam Chair.
• I think this is an excellent resolution.

Summary: The committee met on May 19, 2026, with a quorum present and first heard a presentation from Superintendent Cade Brumley on Louisiana’s recent education scorecard, which showed the state ranked first nationally in reading growth, second in math growth, and first overall in academic growth from 2022 to 2026. Members praised teachers and the department for the results. The committee then deferred SB 507 at the author’s request. The committee reported several bills favorably. SB 484 by Sen. Abraham, as amended, transfers selected duties from the Board of Regents to university management boards and Louisiana Works, adjusts authority over certain higher-education initiatives, creates a study of LUMCON’s placement, and adds financial reporting and early-warning requirements for universities. SB 157 by Sen. Jenkins, as amended, creates six weeks of paid parental leave for eligible public K-12 employees for birth, adoption, or fostering, with a reimbursement fund subject to appropriation; testimony emphasized family support, recruitment and retention, and health benefits. SB 83 by Sen. Edmonds, as amended, requires human trafficking prevention and victim-identification training in schools and updates coordination and service language; the amendment made implementation subject to appropriation and clarified the governor’s office role. The committee also reported SB 450 by Sen. Edmonds, as amended, requiring mandatory reporting of school threats and physical security assessments, with student witnesses and members stressing school safety and the need for funding and practical security measures. SB 132 by Sen. Klein-Peter, as amended, requires exterior master key boxes and updated school mapping data for emergency response, with an amendment exempting districts already using such boxes. Finally, Rep. Carver presented HR 251 on recess for K-3 students, citing Oklahoma’s expanded recess law and research on physical activity and learning, but said he would keep the resolution parked for further discussion rather than seek a vote.

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• The clerk will read the resolution in full.
• The entire membership extends its best wishes on this memorable occasion and directs this resolution
• <00:08:15.440> be<00:08:15.759> presented and directs this resolution be presented
• for our middle school resolution for our middle school teacher.<00:09:27.040> Be<00:09:27.200
• So the clerk will take the call. directs this resolution be presented on directs this resolution be presented

Keywords: Senate streaming session for Monday, February 2, 2026, 960, senate, all

Summary: The Senate was called to order on February 2, 2026, with a quorum present. The session opened with an invocation by Rabbi Andrew Bush of Baltimore Hebrew Congregation, who reflected on Tu Bishvat, the 200th anniversary of Maryland’s 1826 legislation granting Jews the right to hold office, and broader lessons about language, imperfect solutions, persistence, and acting for others. His prayer was journalized without objection. The chamber also heard brief remarks recognizing his interfaith work and the significance of Tu Bishvat as an ecological holiday. The Senate then honored Maryland History Day participants and awardees. Students from several schools were introduced and congratulated as finalists in the 2025 National History Day competition, and the chamber adopted a resolution recognizing them. The Senate also recognized Lindsay Matthews of Eastern Middle School as the 2025 Maryland History Day Middle School Teacher of the Year and Sam Mowski of Loyola Blakefield as the 2025 National History Day High School Teacher of the Year, with resolutions adopted for both. Additional introductions included the doctor of the day, several Senate pages, and a personal recognition of Jasmine Miller, a Baltimore Polytechnic student and the niece of a senator. On the legislative calendar, the clerk read Senate Bill 444, Senator Kramer’s bill on certificate of need for intermediate healthcare facilities finance, and a bond initiative for Charles Mount Elementary School sponsored by Senator Sing. These items were ordered to the appropriate committees/subcommittee. No committee reports or substantive floor votes were taken beyond the ceremonial resolutions. The Senate also announced upcoming caucus meetings, reminded members to pay protocol dues, confirmed a quorum of 40 members, and adjourned until Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

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• The um for uh an agenda on resolutions.
• :54.560> to<01:58:54.639> hear first resolution we're going to hear first resolution we're
• testimony and support of this resolution testimony and support of this resolution we<01:59:53.520
• encourage you to support this resolution encourage you to support this resolution to<02:12:25.360
• Um we you know we really resolution.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The joint hearing covered three measures. SB 1602 would appropriate funds to DLNR for monitoring wells for the Koho aquifer system; DLNR and HHFDC supported it, and written testimony from several organizations and individuals was also in support. Members asked whether monitoring wells are a statewide function rather than a county function, and staff confirmed they are done statewide. The second bill was an administration measure clarifying that criminal water pollution enforcement remains with the Department of Health rather than DLNR. The Attorney General’s office said it was a cleanup clarification and that DOH has stronger enforcement powers and better testing capability; DOH and DLNR supported it, and there was no opposition noted. The final and most heavily debated measure was SB 1074 on environmental impact statements. The bill would let previously authorized or permitted commercial activities continue for up to one year while an agency determines whether environmental review applies after a challenge, and would allow permit renewals during that review. DLNR said it stood on written comments and suggested aligning the bill with similar House language. Supporters, including several ocean tourism and Maui business representatives, argued the bill would provide certainty and keep families and small operators working while environmental review is completed, especially in the wake of the Lahaina fires and ongoing business losses. Some supporters said the measure should be narrowed with a sunset or limited to recently renewed permits. Opponents, including the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, Earthjustice, the Sierra Club, and other environmental advocates, argued the bill was overly broad and could weaken HEPA/NEPA-style environmental review, especially for fisheries and other commercial activities. They said the bill could be used as a “Trojan horse” to avoid review and that DLNR could resolve the underlying disputes more quickly through settlement or existing exemption processes. No votes were taken during the hearing.

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• Two resolutions have been presented, which the clerk will read. Thank you.
• Two resolutions have been presented, which the clerk will read. By Mr.
• Brownsberger, resolutions honoring the Honorable David T.
• Question comes on adoption of the resolutions. Question comes on adoption of the resolutions.
• The ayes have it, and the resolutions are adopted. Paper from the House.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate adopted two resolutions: one honoring the Honorable David T. Donnelly for his service to the Commonwealth, and another commending amateur radio operators for Amateur Radio Week and ARRL Field Day. The chamber then took up several House measures, including two bills establishing sick leave banks for Massachusetts Department of Transportation employees Daniel Yende and Mark Kratman; both were advanced to a third reading after the rules were suspended. The Senate also suspended General Rule 12 and referred a House petition by James J. O’Day concerning access and continuity of care to specialists in hospital services for eligible individuals to the Committee on Public Health. Later, the Committee on the Judiciary reported a bill, Senate No. 2522, related to strike and health care protection in the Commonwealth, ought to pass, and the Senate referred it to the Committee on Ways and Means after suspending the rules. Finally, the Senate adopted an order to meet again on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in a formal session with a calendar, and then adjourned.