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WV
West Virginia 2026 Regular Session
Senate in Session Mar 12th, 2026 at 11:34 am
West Virginia Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Engrossed House Bill 4602, relating to requiring the Department of Human Services to establish a pilot
- Engrossed House Bill 4602, relating to requiring the Department of Human Services to establish a pilot
- We had the CEO of the Contractors Association of West Virginia testify before our Transportation and
- The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to create an ALS Care Services
- The bill directs the Department of Commerce to collaborate with the Department of Education, county boards
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government Mar 26th, 2025
Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government
Transcript Highlights:
- Other items within the Department of Environmental Protection: $598 million for wastewater and drinking
- Within the Department of Revenue, there is $76.4 million for payments to fiscally constrained counties
- Within the Department of Financial Services, there are $62.1 million to continue replacing the state's
- So why is the Department of Agriculture doing this in this bill when DEP handles water quality?
- Alex Haley, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, waving in support.
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government heard a presentation on its 2025-2026 budget recommendations and adopted the proposal as a recommendation to the full Senate Appropriations Committee. The chair highlighted major funding items including more than $1.2 billion for water quality and Everglades work, citrus recovery, food bank and pantry grants, wastewater and drinking water loans, beach restoration, flood and sea level rise projects, rural land protection, disaster loans, state facilities repairs, SLERS, accounting system replacement, and continued funding for My Safe Florida Home. Staff were authorized to make technical adjustments, and members were told final proviso project lists would be printed later in the week.
The committee then considered several bills and reported them favorably, including SB 796 on DEP general permits for distributed wastewater treatment systems to help local governments address failing septic-related water quality problems; SB 1162 expanding boating improvement and water access facilities programs; SB 466 implementing the Florida Museum of Black History task force’s selection of West Augustine as the museum site; SB 178 creating a FAMU agronomic study on viable crops for land taken out of production; CS/SB 678 allowing pawnbroker transaction forms to be printed or digital; and CS/SB 736 updating the Brownfields program, with a technical amendment adopted. Testimony on these bills was generally supportive, with speakers from affected industries, local governments, and advocacy groups.
The committee also took up CS/CS/SB 700, the comprehensive Florida Farm Bill, which included technical agency changes and major policy provisions such as restrictions on additives to public water supplies, labeling requirements for meat, milk, poultry, and eggs, drone-related protections for farmland, disaster recovery loan updates, an honest services registry for charities, FFA scholarship and school infrastructure provisions, and a mechanism for state purchase of former solar-converted agricultural land. The water-additive provisions drew extensive debate and testimony from supporters and opponents, including dental professionals, public health advocates, and groups arguing for medical freedom and local control. Despite the controversy and a no vote from Senator Arrington, the bill was reported favorably. Finally, SB 1226 creating a regulatory framework for pet insurance was also reported favorably, and the committee adjourned after members recorded additional votes on several bills.
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House County and Municipal Government Committee Feb 25th, 2026
County and Municipal Government
Transcript Highlights:
- the citizens of Alabama.
- the citizens of Alabama.
- size of the municipality?
- Municipal law is really kind of, it's just kind of—it’s really convoluted.
- And in Birmingham, Alabama, the mayor can't be on one of the authorities. So, it's true.
Committee:
House County and Municipal Government
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- Now therefore, be it resolved by the legislature of Alabama, both houses... ...has left a void in the
- Now therefore, be it resolved by the legislature of Alabama, both houses... ...spirit, and consistent
- Now therefore, be it resolved by the legislature of Alabama, both houses... mother, she received a lifetime
- of Alabama, both houses thereof concurring, that the death of Miss Dorothy Lee “Dot” Hatcher is recorded
- the state of Alabama. >> Mr.
Summary:
The Senate convened and quickly adopted several organizational resolutions: Senate Resolution 1 notifying the House that the Senate was in session, Senate Joint Resolution 2 appointing a committee to notify the Governor, and Senate Joint Resolution 3 appointing a committee to escort the Governor to the joint session. The chamber also recognized Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s Founders Day and later adopted a resolution honoring the life of Dorothy Lee “Dot” Hatcher, mother of Senator Kirk Hatcher, after it was read at length. Senators offered personal remarks of condolence and support to Senator Hatcher and his family.
The Senate then agreed, without objection, to allow bill introductions throughout the day until 4:00 p.m. It adopted Senate Joint Resolution 5 by Senators Jones and Sessions, which recognizes Pineywoods cattle as an official heritage cattle breed of Alabama. The resolution was taken up immediately and passed by voice vote.
Additional floor remarks welcomed new Senator Matt Woods, thanked family members in attendance, and recognized Trip Gudger and the new chief of staff, Connie Row. The chamber also noted that the journal would remain open until 4:00 p.m. for first readings and then recess until the next day, with the session adjourned by voice vote.
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
Economic and Workforce Development - Room 216, 30 January, 2026; 9:45 AM
Economic and Workforce Development
Transcript Highlights:
- We have one of the lowest cost of living.
- We have one of the state of Mississippi.
- Mississippi Department of Unemployment Security, MDEES, is responsible for calculating the unemployment
- Mississippi<00:09:28.240><c> Department</c><00:09:28.560><c> of</c><00:09:28.720><c> Unemployment</c>
- Mississippi Department of Unemployment Mississippi Department of Unemployment Security,<00:09:30.399
Committee:
Joint Economic and Workforce Development
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- And so it's it's inclusive of both of these aspects.
- If there's concern either side of this, we want justice for all citizens of the state of Florida.
- Members of the audience given the amount of time that we've taken thus far and the number of you that
- Last year, the Florida Department of Education Force Districts to move thousands of books, many of which
- There were a lot of news, a lot of countries we can do this.
Committee:
House Education & Employment Committee
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS House Floor - 13 February, 2026; 9:00 AM
Mississippi House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- We will have the reading of the journal.
- Report of select committees. We have none, Mr. Speaker. Report of standing committees.
- out of here yesterday.
- </c><00:14:45.279><c> I</c> and getting out of here yesterday. I and getting out of here yesterday.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- in the State House of Alabama in 140 years.
- I am a professor and chair of the Department of Chicano and Latino Studies at the University of Minnesota
- Department of specialist of the Department of Education<01:05:23.720><c> thank</c><01:05:23.839><c>
- c><01:27:22.000><c> allow</c> Department of Education if we allow Department of Education if we allow
- by the Minnesota Department of Education.
Committee:
House Education Policy
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Feb 4th, 2025
House Energy, Environment & Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- of the Environment Department and Oil Conservation Division.
- , is the Department of Defense.
- Chair, so we agree that the Department of Defense is, so far, the largest purveyor of PFAS pollution.
- Again, mostly related to the Department of Defense.
- Agencies, as maybe through the Department of Health, maybe in conjunction with some of our other academic
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Twenty Three - Wednesday, February 18 -Morning Session-
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- the Missouri University of Science and Technology, Motagani, the chair of the Nuclear Engineering Department
- that is. $225 million of it is additional refund authority for the Department of Revenue, so we can
- And then nearly three-quarters of a billion dollars is for the Missouri Department of Transportation
- and all the, nearly all, if not all, Missouri Department of Transportation and all the, nearly all, if
- And it now requires us to come back, and if we wish to fully fund the Department of Transportation, that's
Summary:
The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the prior day’s journal by a 134-0 roll call vote. Members then moved through a series of personal privileges and introductions of guests, including Turning Point USA chapters, CASA volunteers and staff, JAG students, university students, nursing students, interns, and other visitors recognized from across the state.
On third reading, House Bill 1766, dealing with personal property tax treatment and new construction, was debated as a taxpayer relief measure. Supporters said it would treat personal property more like real estate under Hancock-style limits, while opponents warned it could reduce revenue for taxing districts. The bill passed 94-50. The House then took up House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2989, a major gaming bill aimed at cracking down on illegal “gray market” machines while creating a regulated local-option video lottery terminal system. Debate focused on enforcement, local control, consumer protection, revenue for education, veterans, and disability programs, and whether the bill effectively legalized gambling in a new form. A motion to send it to Fiscal Review failed 69-44, and the bill ultimately passed 83-66 with one present.
The chamber next considered House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2014, the supplemental appropriations bill. The sponsor said it provides a little over $3 billion in additional authority for the rest of FY2026, including tax refunds, disaster response, St. Louis tornado relief, Medicaid-related spending, and Missouri Department of Transportation operations. Members discussed the size of supplemental spending, the use of federal and general revenue funds, and the first-time use of general revenue for the adult expansion Medicaid population. The House adopted an amendment reducing some unused Medicaid authority, then adopted the bill as amended and perfected it for printing. The session ended with announcements, including a notice that the Super Committee on Tourism would meet immediately in Hearing Room 6.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- the Alabama House of Representatives.
- use of the time.
- The next one is JD Floyd from the University of South Alabama. Cameron from Alabama.
- of the Capitol.
- all of us have a tremendous amount of respect for.
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee Jan 28th, 2026
Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- The whole point is if you have a franchise agreement and you are currently able to close, many of you
- </c><00:05:21.840><c> them</c> report, we can we can get rid of them report, we can we can get rid of
- You probably have a bunch of these would be my guest. I have been decluttering. Yes, ma'am.
- Chairman, and members of the committee. Thank you. SB 187. Senator Gavan.
- </c> Chairman, and members of the committee. Chairman, and members of the committee.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- As we Department of Public Welfare.
- Police Department, who retired at the end of April following 31 years of exceptional public service.
- During his time of service, he worked in varying units of the police department, including patrol, the
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FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
January 15, 2025 - 09:00 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- And one of those reasons is because of the statutory definition of affordable.
- It's a public corporation of the state of Florida.
- And one of those reasons is because of the statutory definition of affordable.
- It's a public corporation of the state of Florida.
- Last but not least, we have Clara Long, director of the Escambia County Department of Neighborhood and
Summary:
The committee met to hear a panel on workforce and attainable housing, with presentations from Florida Housing Finance Corporation, Pensacola Habitat for Humanity, Wendover Housing Partners, the City of Tallahassee, and Escambia County. Speakers described how state and local tools such as SHIP, the Live Local Act, land trusts, accessory dwelling units, infill development, and public-private partnerships are being used to expand housing supply and preserve long-term affordability. Several panelists emphasized that housing demand is rising across income levels, that workforce households often need subsidy to buy or rent, and that housing location, transportation access, and proximity to jobs and services are critical. They also highlighted challenges including rising construction costs, limited land, insurance, NIMBY opposition, and the need for more flexible financing tools and employer participation.
Members asked about area median income thresholds, whether current programs are reaching the households most in need, and what additional tools might help. Florida Housing said its traditional rental programs generally serve households at or below 60% AMI, while need is increasingly reaching up to 80% AMI statewide and higher in some regions; staff also provided examples of AMI levels by county. Other discussion focused on the impact of local government opt-outs, tax abatements, corporate ownership of single-family homes, insurance costs, Fortified construction standards, and whether bonuses or other income calculations can unintentionally disqualify applicants. Panelists urged more political will, more local flexibility, and additional incentives for employers and landowners to support housing near jobs.
The committee also used an anonymous interactive polling exercise, and members identified partnerships, SHIP funding, local government action, cost, and insurance as key issues. In closing, the chair said the committee would continue a member-driven process and likely hold a workshop on housing-related topics. No formal votes or bills were taken up in the meeting, and the session adjourned after the discussion.
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House Education Policy Committee Jan 14th, 2026
Education Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- you for all of the work and all of the goodness to make Alabama the very best in education.
- Alabama.
- you for all of the work and all of the goodness to make Alabama the very best in education.
- Alabama.
- It changes it from AMTEP to LASIA, but it's loan assistance in support of educators of Alabama.
Committee:
House Education Policy
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 21, 2026 - 04:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- PAGE 2 OF THE BILL SHOWS THE CLEAR LANGUAGE OF THE BILL OF THE REFERENDUM FORGIVE APPROVED THIS PRO WILL
- FLORIDA AND ALABAMA. WE ALSO HAVE SOME OF THE LOWEST TEST SCORES IN THE COUNTRY.
- EVEN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION HAVING TO WAY BACK DOWN SAYING WAIT A MINUTE, WE BYPASSED OUR OWN STANDARDS
- THE READER OF THE BOOK OF THE MICROPHONE CUT AND WAS ESCORTED OUT OF THE ROOM.
- I GET TIRED OF IT, YOU GET TIRED OF IT.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development Jan 21st, 2026
Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- Bill 488 on Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles by Senator Masula.
- Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles by Senator Massula.
- of Commerce to verify the individual. ...to work by a former employer, requires the Department of Commerce
- The bill expands the responsibilities of Florida Department of Commerce related to manufacturing policy
- The bill expands the responsibilities of the Florida Department of Commerce related to manufacturing
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Transportation (05/06/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, good to be back in front of House Transportation.
- One of which is to help give the Department of Transportation some tools in order to educate the public
- One of which is to help give the Department of Transportation some tools in order to educate the public
- Um, it's all the Department of Safety.
- the purview of the government and the Secretary and the State Department, not the state of New Hampshire
Summary:
The committee held public hearings on three transportation bills. SB 154 would add the Snow Traveler Foundation to the list of charitable organizations authorized to offer multi-use decal plates through the existing Department of Safety program. Senator David Roford said the bill would create a non-tax funding source for snowmobile trail maintenance, especially after flood damage, and Dan Gold of the New Hampshire Snowmobile Association said the foundation would accept tax-deductible donations for projects such as upgraded trail signage. He explained that the association’s 96 volunteer clubs maintain about 7,000 miles of trails and that the sign program is costly. No opposition was presented, and the hearing was closed after questions from members about the foundation’s status and fundraising goals.
SB 271 would expand eligibility for veteran license plates to include veterans with a general discharge under honorable conditions. The sponsor’s representative said the change would recognize service members who are already eligible for many veterans benefits but are excluded from plates under current law. Supporters included Phil Grizzo, who argued that general discharges often reflect service that was otherwise honorable, and Kevin Grady of the State Veterans Advisory Committee, which said it strongly supported the bill and was also considering broader statutory cleanup to standardize the definition of veteran across state law. Committee members asked whether the change should be limited to plates or applied more broadly, but the sponsor said broader changes would be a separate policy question. The public hearing was then closed.
SB 273, titled “Cheryl’s Law,” would update New Hampshire’s move-over requirements for motorists approaching stopped or standing vehicles on the roadside, including stranded vehicles and those with warning signals. Senator Donovan Fenton said the bill was intended to save lives and honor Staff Sergeant Jesse Cheryl and Brigadier General John Pogo, both of whom died in roadside incidents. He said the measure would require drivers to slow down, change lanes if safe, and move over for roadside vehicles, with the intent of education rather than punishment. Committee members asked about enforcement, the lack of a fiscal note, whether the bill applied statewide, and whether the language could be read as weakening the move-over requirement; the sponsor said it applied to all roads, did not change fines, and was meant to clarify and broaden safety obligations. The hearing continued with additional questions, and the sponsor said state police and other safety stakeholders supported the approach.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- Transporters of railroad workers, and I'm sure you all know car sharing called Turo—they're an app that
- We have almost no public transportation to speak of.
- Do you know if the Department of Insurance keeps track of these type of claims?
- But let's go ahead and bring up Barrow Peacock with the Department of Insurance. Barrel, he waives.
- Adam Patrick, Deputy Commissioner of Policy Innovation and Research for the Department of Insurance.
Committee:
House Insurance
MD
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Bill 523, Department of Natural Resources Water Resources Identification of Vernal Pools.
- ><c> Natural</c> Bill 523, Department of Natural Bill 523, Department of Natural Resources<00:16:30.600
- ><01:48:47.160><c> actually</c> Department of State where he actually Department of State where he actually
- The clerk now has the report of the Committee on Environment and Transportation.
- The clerk now has the report of the Committee on Environment and Transportation.