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TX
Texas 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Article II Feb 26th, 2025
Appropriations - S/C on Article II
Transcript Highlights:
- hemorrhage pre-hospital, two-fold in terms that people can understand is for the 4,000 traffic fatalities
Committee:
House Appropriations - S/C on Article II
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Transportation and Public Works Jan 28th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- On the west side, but now with this new grant and the problems that we've had with fatalities at grade
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- Wildlife and Fisheries has deployed a new marine electrofishing boat to sample areas previously inaccessible
- You can't do it from a boat, a moving boat, anything like that.
Committee:
House Appropriations
Summary:
The committee first heard the FY27 executive budget review for Louisiana Economic Development (LED). House Fiscal outlined a $59.4 million LED budget, with major funding from state general fund, self-generated revenue, federal funds, and a marketing dedication, and explained reductions tied largely to the removal of one-time funding and carryforwards. The Secretary highlighted recent economic development results, including major capital investment announcements, job creation, the high-impact jobs program, Louisiana Fast Sites, and efforts to support existing businesses and small business growth. Members repeatedly asked for clearer public-facing materials on the tax and economic benefits of incentives, the use of the entertainment development fund, the structure of the high-impact jobs and Fast Sites programs, and how LED competes with other states. LED also discussed its Storyteller Initiative, regional project distribution, and the role of major events and film-related incentives.
The committee then reviewed Louisiana Works’ FY27 budget of $352.7 million. Staff explained that the budget is driven mainly by federal funds and statutory dedications, with changes largely attributable to the One Door to Work Act and the transfer of workforce functions and positions into the department. The Secretary noted a planned $5 million move for the Louisiana STEM Council and a small request for elevator repairs, and members discussed the unemployment insurance trust fund’s improved balance, which lowered employer tax rates and increased benefits. Questions focused on workforce shortages, coordination with LCTCS and other training partners, the new Louisiana Talent Accelerator and workforce modernization efforts, the need for marketing to attract workers back to Louisiana, and remaining gaps in funding for rehabilitation services and disability employment programs.
Finally, the committee took up the Department of Conservation and Energy’s FY27 budget of $201.3 million. Staff described decreases tied to the end of the Solar for All grant, lower orphan well spending as prior balances were drawn down, and reductions in some one-time funding and interagency transfers. The Secretary said the department’s reorganization is now largely complete and emphasized a focus on eliminating duplicative functions, strengthening enforcement and permitting, and using available funds more efficiently. Members questioned the reduction in orphan well funding, the impact of the Solar for All repeal, the use of settlement dollars, and the department’s plans for AI-assisted permitting and modernization of the Sunrise database. They also discussed ongoing work on seismic activity in Red River Parish, commercial fishermen’s claims for gear damaged by energy infrastructure, and efforts to improve financial security requirements for operators so future orphan well liabilities are better covered.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- To pass, we have a do-pass boat. Senator Wingard, in a second, by Vice Chair Hamilton. Mr.
Bills:
HB3045
Committee:
Senate Public Safety
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Retirement and Government Resources Apr 14th, 2026 at 10:30 am
Retirement and Government Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- So I'm trying to understand at what point a proxy boat that might impact beneficiaries could they could
Committee:
Senate Retirement and Government Resources
Keywords:
government reporting, information technology, child welfare, environmental policy, state agency compliance, employment restrictions, state officers, prohibited acts, government contracts, public service, public finance, pension, pension fund, retirement system, board of trustees, proxy voting, proxy proposal, shareholder vote, shareholder activism, fiduciary duty
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Feb 23rd, 2026
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- bill for our open-carry statute, explicitly authorizing you to carry a firearm on a vessel or on a boat
Bills:
SB683 , SB1579 , SB1389 , SB1387 , SB1390 , SB1391 , SB2063 , SB1829 , SB2060 , SB1842 , SB1398 , SB1212 , SB2158 , SB102 , SB1772 , SB1958 , SB2010 , SB1595 , SB1687 , SB1684 , SB2049 , SB1966 , SB1989 , SB1191 , SB1258 , SB1920 , SB1936 , SB2143 , SB2122 , SB330 , SB2071 , SB2169 , SB2069 , SB2095 , SB2157 , SB1806 , SB1430 , SB206 , SB1547 , SB1849 , SB1428 , SB1653 , SB1984 , SB1644 , SB1561 , SB1813 , SB1570 , SB1796
Summary:
The Senate convened, established a quorum, and opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several recognitions, including introductions of the psychologist and nurse of the day, a citation for Diesel Fritz’s All-State Choir achievement, and a gallery introduction highlighting fine arts advocates from Norman Public Schools. Members also marked birthdays and read excerpts from George Washington’s first inaugural address in honor of the first president.
On floor business, the Senate laid over item number three and then considered several bills. Senate Bill 1191 repealed the unused Oklahoma Energy Initiative Low Carbon Initiative Board and passed 48-0. Senate Bill 1258 clarified open-carry law to expressly allow firearms on boats and vessels on Oklahoma waters and passed 41-7. Senate Bill 1920 raised the salvaged title threshold from 60% to 70% to reflect repair costs and align more closely with neighboring states; it passed 48-0 after brief questioning about consumer benefits.
Senate Bill 1936 added falsely impersonating a law enforcement officer, including federal officers, to the list of Class D1 felonies and passed 48-0. Senate Bill 2143, after an amendment restoring the title, authorized assessors to use state-funded aerial images to inspect property changes and included language intended to ensure fair treatment of builders and consistency with assessing standards; it passed 34-13. The chamber then heard announcements about upcoming committee meetings and adjourned until Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- Essentially, what this does is it establishes a formal certificate of titling system for boats and vessels
Committee:
House Public Safety
Summary:
The Public Safety Committee heard several bills related to vehicle titling and VIN inspection procedures. House Bill 4272, by Representative Miller, would create a formal certificate of titling system for boats and vessels in Oklahoma to document ownership and reduce fraud; it passed 6-0. House Bill 3277, a cleanup bill on VIN inspections and salvage vehicles, clarified who may perform inspections and added salvage pools as authorized entities; it passed 7-0. House Bill 3148 made additional changes to the VIN inspection process, including salvage pool language and anti-fraud protections, and also passed 7-0. House Bill 3323 removed notarization requirements for documents submitted electronically to Service Oklahoma and passed 7-0. House Bill 4105 clarified exemptions under the Oklahoma Security Guard Act and passed 6-0. House Bill 3304, renamed the Ray Davis Safe Roads Act, requires Service Oklahoma to check the methamphetamine database before issuing commercial driver licenses and passed 6-0.
The committee also considered House Bill 4287, which would change how incarcerated people are counted for legislative apportionment by using their last residence rather than the prison location. Supporters argued it would create more equal representation and address a historical anomaly, while opponents said it would disconnect incarcerated constituents from the districts that currently represent them and could affect rural representation. After debate, the bill failed 4-5 and remained in committee.
House Bill 3345, a Department of Mental Health bill, would expand pretrial behavioral health and substance use screening services to any charge, felony or misdemeanor, to help identify diversion opportunities earlier and support treatment referrals. Testimony emphasized that the screenings would be done by certified local contractors at no cost to county jails and would help courts, prosecutors, and defense counsel. The bill received a 4-4 vote but was reported out as a due pass. The committee then laid over House Bill 315 until the following week and adjourned.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Joint Minerals, Business & Economic Development Committee, June 5, 2026
Minerals, Business & Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, there were 1,575 of the LCM Higgins boats, landing craft. 10 of those sank before they ever made
- in</c><01:23:42.239><c> our</c><01:23:42.400><c> small</c><01:23:43.040><c> rural</c> missing the boat
- We need to all get in the boat and row together and find a way to fix that.
- </c><03:22:50.720><c> to</c> going to take all of us in the boat to going to take all of us in the boat
- and row together to all get in the boat and row together and<03:23:03.520><c> find</c><03:23:04.319>
VT
Transcript Highlights:
- additional 112 in Connecticut, and that cost millions of dollars to suppress and also caused the fatality
- <00:13:48.160><c> also</c><00:13:48.399><c> caused</c><00:13:48.720><c> the</c><00:13:48.959><c> fatality
- </c><00:13:49.680><c> of</c> suppress and also caused the fatality of suppress and also caused the fatality
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Rules Feb 17th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- In 2023, 97 children fatally drowned in our state. In 2024, 105 children. Sadly,...
- In 2023, 97 children fatally drown in our state. In 2024, 105 children.
- Sadly, last year, Florida not only led the nation for the number of fatal child drownings, we shattered
- Florida also has the highest fatal drowning rate in the nation for ages 1 through 4 and ages 0 through
Summary:
The committee took up a long agenda of retained bills and several new measures, with most receiving favorable reports after amendments. Major debate centered on CS/SB 706, which preempts airport naming to the state and designates Palm Beach International Airport as the Donald J. Trump International Airport subject to FAA and trademark-related conditions. Senator Jones offered amendments to avoid private royalty benefits, but both failed. Senators Berman, Osgood, Jones, and Pizzo spoke against the bill, raising concerns about naming an airport after a sitting president, lack of local input, and ethical issues; Senator Mayfield defended the bill as cost-free to the airport and noted the naming agreement. The committee ultimately voted the bill favorably. The committee also approved CS/SB 546 on conservation land notice requirements and CS/SB 1014 on municipal utility service to properties outside city limits, both with amendments and some opposition from the Florida League of Cities on the utility bill.
Several other bills were heard and reported favorably with little controversy. CS/SB 1500 would streamline uncontested probate proceedings; SB 962 would exclude farms and farm operations from certain zoning definitions tied to affordable housing preemption; CS/SB 820 would strengthen reporting for problem-solving courts; SB 840 would revise portions of last year’s hurricane-related land-use law to narrow its scope and sunset temporary restrictions; and SB 856 would require online property listings to show estimated ad valorem taxes, with an amendment excluding social media platforms and broadening liability protections. SB 110 would clarify homestead exemption eligibility for 98-year or longer residential leases. SB 394 would exempt certain underwriting managers handling limited facultative reinsurance from licensure requirements, and SB 434 would prevent wind-hardening improvements from increasing assessed value for residential property tax purposes.
The committee also advanced several public-safety and transparency measures. CS/CS/SB 658 and 608, a combined water-safety bill, would require safety features for rental properties with pools or nearby water bodies and authorize DBPR enforcement; supporters framed it as a response to Florida’s high child-drowning rates, and Airbnb waived in support. SB 748 would place constitutional language on restoration of voting rights on sentencing score sheets, with broad support from voting-rights and civil-rights groups. CS/SB 824 would require annual reporting of unimproved school-district land inventories, and CS/SB 848 would create a framework for off-site stormwater treatment and related credits, with support from builders and mitigation bankers. The committee also heard CS/SB 1036 on school counselors, which clarifies certification requirements and performance criteria after a delete-all amendment.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- In 2023, 97 children fatally drowned in our state. In 2024, 105 children.
- In 2023, 97 children fatally drown in our state. In 2024, 105 children.
- Sadly, last year, Florida not only led the nation for the number of fatal child drownings, we shattered
- Florida also has the highest fatal drowning rate in the nation for ages 1 through 4 and ages 0 through
Bills:
S0092 , S0110 , S0192 , S0212 , S0260 , S0350 , S0394 , S0422 , S0434 , S0442 , S0484 , S0546 , S0556 , S0684 , S0696 , S0706 , S0748 , S0786 , S0820 , S0824 , S0838 , S0840 , S0848 , S0856 , S0962 , S1000 , S1014 , S1036 , S1050 , S1054 , S1080 , S1118 , S1134 , S1338 , S1480 , S1500 , S1506 , S1622 , S1724
Committee:
Senate Rules
Keywords:
employee protections, whistleblower, retaliation, public trust, ethics complaint, Commission on Ethics, Public Employees Relations Commission, public employee, local government attorney, public officer, adverse personnel action, protected disclosure, whistleblower retaliation, state agency, independent contractor, public employment, civil service, reinstatement, back pay, front pay
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- So, thank you again for the opportunity to testify, but this bill will save people from fatal overdoses
- So, thank you again for the opportunity to testify, but this bill will save people from fatal overdoses
- So, thank you again for the opportunity to testify, but this bill will save people from fatal overdoses
- So, thank you again for the opportunity to testify, but this bill will save people from fatal overdoses
Committee:
House Health
Summary:
The House Committee on Health heard testimony on a series of bills related to public health, pharmacy regulation, disability access, and health care infrastructure. HB 1535, creating an income tax credit for automated external defibrillator installations, drew support from the Department of Health, tax department comments, and public testimony emphasizing AED access in community and transit settings. HB 1765, requiring safety warnings for spear fishing gear, received comments from DLNR and strong support from a free-diving safety advocate who described blackout risks and argued for point-of-sale warnings. HB 1549, which would repeal the law prohibiting drug paraphernalia, drew mixed testimony: the Department of Health, the Public Defender, and harm-reduction advocates supported repeal as a public health measure, while HPD and a county prosecutor opposed it, warning it could encourage drug use and create public safety issues.
The committee also heard HB 1550, which would exclude drug testing products from the definition of drug paraphernalia. The Department of Health and harm-reduction advocates supported the bill, saying drug checking tools save lives and help prevent overdoses, while one written opponent was noted. HB 1995, allowing people who are blind or deaf to receive disabled parking permits, drew opposition from the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, the Disability and Communication Access Board, and other opponents, while a few written supporters were also noted. HB 1671, allowing licensed dental hygienists to place interim therapeutic restorations in public health settings, received support from the Department of Health and several oral health organizations, with the Board of Dentistry offering comments.
HB 1643, establishing a framework for pharmacy audits and record retrieval, prompted the most extended discussion. The Board of Pharmacy and independent pharmacy representatives supported the bill as a needed framework to limit burdensome audits and protect patient care, while HMSA raised concerns about possible conflicts with upcoming federal PBM reforms and potential unintended consequences. Committee members questioned both sides about timing and workload, and supporters argued the bill was needed now to protect rural and independent pharmacies. Finally, HB 1978, appropriating funds for a new outpatient care center in North Kona, received strong support from Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, Queen’s Health Systems, the Kona-Kohala Chamber, and others, who described it as a long-term investment in West Hawaii’s health care capacity and economy. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
HSH Public Hearing - Tue Feb 3, 2026 @ 9:00 AM HST
Human Services & Homelessness
Transcript Highlights:
- trained in evidence-based risk assessments to assess lethality factors and the risk of serious or fatal
- </c><01:46:11.760><c> of</c><01:46:12.440><c> serious</c><01:46:12.920><c> or</c><01:46:13.080><c> fatal
- </c> and the risk of serious or fatal harm. and the risk of serious or fatal harm.
Committee:
House Human Services & Homelessness
Summary:
The committee opened its first meeting of the 2020 session and heard testimony on several measures, beginning with HB 1518, which would allow people incarcerated and nearing release to apply for SNAP benefits before release. The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and the Department of Human Services said they support the bill and are already piloting a pre-release application process at two facilities, with plans to expand it. The Attorney General’s Office supported the intent but noted a technical issue: one section of the bill appears to affect TANF as well as SNAP, while the title refers only to SNAP. A wide range of advocates, including Catholic Charities, the Hawaii Public Health Institute, Hawaii Hunger Action Network, Drug Policy Forum of Hawaii, Hawaii Children’s Action Network, ACLU of Hawaii, and others, testified in strong support, emphasizing food insecurity after release, reentry stability, and reduced recidivism. The committee did not take a vote during the hearing.
The committee then heard HB 1747, which would direct the Department of Human Services to seek federal waivers or extensions related to restricting certain SNAP purchases, including sugary drinks. DHS said it had already been approved for a narrow demonstration waiver and was working with retailers on implementation, with a target date of August 1. Supporters of the measure argued it would promote healthier choices, while opponents, including Hawaii Appleseed, the Hawaii Public Health Institute, Hawaii Children’s Action Network, and the Hawaii Food Industry Association, said such restrictions are ineffective, stigmatize low-income residents, create burdens for retailers and DHS, and may be difficult to implement. Members asked DHS to clarify the scope of the waiver and confirmed it applies to sugary drinks and beverages containing more than 10 grams of sugar.
Finally, the committee took up HB 1705, which would allow licensed mental health counselors to serve as child custody evaluators, but there was no testimony from the relevant agencies and the item was quickly set aside. The committee also heard HB 1565, which would establish a judiciary working group to improve family court processes and legal representation for youth in the child welfare system. The Attorney General’s Office offered minor technical amendments, and supporters from the Office of Wellness and Resilience, High Hopes Hawaii, Hawaii Children’s Action Network, and a social work student described the need for legal representation, citing better reunification and stability outcomes and the importance of youth voice in court proceedings. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion of the meeting provided.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- We look forward to being part of the solution to reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities in Missouri
- factors, including impaired driving, which contribute to the overwhelming majority of serious and fatal
- other drugs and combinations of substances, to the tune of nearly half of all impaired-driving fatalities
- While great progress in roadway safety has been made since MADD's founding in 1980, traffic fatalities
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Government Contract Review Committee (11-10-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- These are spot improvements where we're looking at, if we've seen fatalities or serious injuries on a
- where we're looking at uh if<00:19:21.760><c> we've</c><00:19:21.919><c> seen</c><00:19:22.160><c> fatalities
- </c><00:19:22.799><c> or</c><00:19:23.039><c> or</c><00:19:23.679><c> uh</c> if we've seen fatalities
- or or uh if we've seen fatalities or or uh serious<00:19:24.240><c> injuries</c><00:19:24.960><c> on
Summary:
The committee first approved the October 13 minutes and then moved through a large agenda of contracts and agreements, including a deferred list from the September 2025 agenda. Members questioned several agencies about the purpose, cost, and duration of the items before them, with repeated motions to consider the contracts reviewed without objection passing by roll call.
The Office of Energy Policy and Energy and Environment Cabinet presented a solar-and-battery program. Members asked about panel and battery lifespan, warranty coverage, who would pay for replacement or disposal, and whether the program made sense in Kentucky. The agency said panels and batteries generally last 25 to 30 years, warranties would cover replacement during the warranty period, EPA guidance would govern disposal, and federal funds would cover program expenses. Officials estimated the program could reduce participating homeowners’ utility bills by about 70%, with a minimum required savings of 20%.
The Department for Community Based Services explained a new vendor contract for SSI initial and redetermination work for children in out-of-home care, saying the work is federally required, the department lacks in-house capacity, and the contract replaced a prior vendor after an RFP protest and rebid. The Department of Highways described umbrella traffic engineering contracts for smaller highway safety projects, noting they are used for spot improvements and are nearing full utilization. The Kentucky Historical Society said its contract funded a temporary exhibit tied to 250th anniversary programming, and the Board of Medical Licensure discussed an amended audit contract, explaining that annual audits were adopted after an auditor’s recommendation and that the board is funded by state allocation plus fees and fines. The Department for Natural Resources/Abandoned Mine Lands gave the most extensive presentation, describing a $5 million engineering services contract as part of a much larger workload increase driven by Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding, with projects prioritized by citizen complaints and safety impacts; the agency said the contract supports design and oversight for community-scale mine reclamation projects that exceed in-house capacity.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- detached ADU, but again, you know, that very well could be the case for a garage where someone has a boat
- </c><00:32:51.200><c> someone</c><00:32:51.440><c> has</c><00:32:51.600><c> a</c><00:32:51.840><c> boat
- </c><00:32:52.240><c> and</c><00:32:52.480><c> cars</c> garage where someone has a boat and cars garage
- where someone has a boat and cars and<00:32:53.039><c> is</c><00:32:53.279><c> bringing</c><00:32:53.600
Committee:
House Housing
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- So we're in the same boat. Thank you.
- know a lot of details so we're in the know a lot of details so we're in the same<00:46:34.880><c> boat
- 35.960><c> you</c><00:46:36.200><c> but</c><00:46:36.520><c> I</c><00:46:36.599><c> think</c> same boat
- so thank you but I think same boat so thank you but I think that's<00:46:37.040><c> something</c><00
Committee:
Senate Finance
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- I am referencing the monthly fatal overdose snapshot from the Minnesota Department of Health.
- </c><01:24:59.040><c> Is</c><01:24:59.199><c> that</c><01:24:59.440><c> worth</c> occurrence being fatal
- Is that worth occurrence being fatal? Is that worth the<01:24:59.840><c> risk?
- Teenage fatalities have more than doubled in the last few years.
- Teenage fatalities have more than doubled in the last few years.
Committee:
Senate Education Policy
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Human Services - 02/19/25
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- through an emergency room visit, hospitalization, a skilled nursing facility stay, and may even be fatal
- through an emergency room visit, hospitalization, a skilled nursing facility stay, and may even be fatal
- through an emergency room visit, hospitalization, a skilled nursing facility stay, and may even be fatal
- through an emergency room visit, hospitalization, a skilled nursing facility stay, and may even be fatal
- through an emergency room visit, hospitalization, a skilled nursing facility stay, and may even be fatal
Committees:
Senate Health and Human Services , Senate Human Services
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Apr 15th, 2026
Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security
Transcript Highlights:
- nationwide, each involving a child placed in danger, with four tragic losses of life, with one of these fatalities
Keywords:
domestic violence, police training, suspicious deaths, homicide investigation, victim support, school bus safety, commission, student safety, operator training, safety standards, Legislative oversight, public health, student transportation, school bus, school pupil transportation, pupil transport, child passenger safety, school van, transportation contractor, motor vehicle safety