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• So Democrats and the Republicans...
• So the Republicans and the Democrats will caucus following adjournment.

Bills: HB1662 , HB1683

Committee: House Education

Keywords: education agencies, administrative independence, superintendent, education reform, agency authority, education, school boards, district adjustments, administrative boundaries, educational governance, 904, all

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• I know my colleagues on the Democratic side feel this way. felt lost when Melissa was murdered in June
• The healthcare safety net that we've been building together, Republicans and Democrats, is being seriously

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• Good Morning, Chair Democratic, uh, Vice Chair Pre members, um, I'm here to register in opposition to
• Good morning, uh, Chairman Democratic members of the committee. I'm Richard Thomas.

Bills: SB 35 , SB 1113 , SB 1365 , SB 1394 , SB 2243 , SB 2245 , SB 2589 , SB 2199 , SB 2200

Committee: House Transportation

Keywords: transportation, TxDOT, Texas Department of Transportation, road projects, highways, infrastructure, bridge construction, interchanges, corridor improvements, road widening, railroad grade separation, sound barrier, unified transportation program, legislative notice, project prioritization, capital projects, state highway system, Farm-to-Market Roads, San Antonio, Harris County

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• Our senators, Republicans, and Democrats work together, and nearly 98% of all bills that pass this Senate
• from function call): I see Senator Cold Course, I see Senator Perry, I see Senator Hall, I see our Democrat

Bills: SCR7

Keywords: legislature, adjournment, permissions, Texas Constitution, session, legislative authority, 1185, senate, all

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• If you're a Democrat, you cannot vote in the Republican primary.
• If you're a Republican, you cannot vote in the Democratic primary.
• But then in 1970, he decided to run for the Democratic State Rep.
• And you think, well, here's a Republican talking about a Democrat.
• He was a Democratic state representative for the 41st District, Rich Collins' current district, in 1970

Keywords: 1064, all

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• We had a Democratic president that I supported for eight years in office, for eight years in Washington
• , including with majorities, Democrats in the House and the Senate.
• Majorities, Democrats in the House and the Senate, all right?
• But when Democrats were in control, other cities throughout the country did that, and that was considered
• an act... ...When Democrats were in control, other cities throughout the country did that, and that

Committee: House Governmental Oversight, Select

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• ><00:10:11.600><c> behalf</c><00:10:11.960><c> of</c><00:10:12.720><c> the</c><00:10:12.760><c> Democratic
• </c> to thank you on behalf of the Democratic to thank you on behalf of the Democratic Farmer<00:10:13.520
• It has continued with support from both Republicans and Democrats for 40 years.
• /c><00:40:05.360><c> and</c> support from both Republicans and support from both Republicans and Democrats
• So, um, this is Democrats for 40 years.

Committee: Senate Higher Education

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Yes, I worked with DCS on some concerns that the Democrats had in committee and we rectified those.
• We all know that voter registrations run Republican, independent, Democrats, in a fairly split manner
• There are nearly half Democrats and half Republicans.
• Therefore, when we create a committee like this, ...Democrats and half Republicans.
• They can decide whether this person hasn't lived in my community for this long or hasn't been a Democrat

Keywords: 1182, all

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• But I think we got to get out of that Republican-Democrat fighting back and forth all the time.
• And you're going to have to give a little, my friends on the Democrat side, and we'll have to give a
• But I think we got to get out of that Republican-Democrat fighting back and forth all the time.
• And you're going to have to give a little, my friends on the Democrat side, and we'll have to give a
• And you're going to have to give a little, my friends on the Democrat side, and we'll have to give a

Bills: HF1247 , HF628

Committee: House Children and Families Finance and Policy

Keywords: child care, aides, supervision, child care centers, staffing regulations, childcare, day care, licensed child care center, early childhood education, child care licensing, director qualifications, staff ratios, group size, staff-to-child ratio, substitutes, volunteers, assistant teacher, teacher qualifications, infant care, toddler age

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• This is the underlying bill with a Lopez amendment, and then there is a Democrat strike-everything that
• It would be both a Republican and Democrat that way, just as well, and you'd have a three-three.
• You have Republican and Democratic governors and legislatures passing these reforms.
• I find it very interesting that my Democrat colleagues are defending property rights.
• As the only Democrat that doesn't want to disappoint Mr. Kuppler, I vote aye.

Committee: House House Appropriations Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee opened by announcing a heavy agenda and noting that Senate Bill 1176 would be held. It then took up several Senate bills, beginning with SB 1272, which appropriates $5 million for the City of Douglas as a state match for the Douglas Port of Entry project. The bill was amended to draw the money from the Water Supply Development Revolving Fund instead of the General Fund. Senator Gowen, the Douglas mayor, and city staff described the project as a $678 million federal investment opportunity that would support water, wastewater, and broadband infrastructure, create jobs, and improve border security. The committee approved SB 1272 as amended on a 15-0 vote with three present and one not voting. The committee next approved SB 1503, as amended, which expands the state death benefit to include civilian pilots employed by law enforcement agencies and applies the change retroactively to January 1, 2026. Senator Gowen and DPS leadership testified that the change was needed so the family of a pilot killed in a February helicopter crash would qualify for the benefit. The bill passed 18-0 with one not voting. SB 1274, as amended, created a separate timeshare salesperson license and training path; supporters said it would streamline licensing for people who only sell timeshares, while one member objected to the added rulemaking discretion. It passed 17-1 with one not voting. The committee also approved SB 1286, which expands veterinary telemedicine by allowing longer prescription periods for certain medications after an electronic exam, with shorter limits for antimicrobials. Supporters said it would help rural and disabled pet owners and had been negotiated to the satisfaction of veterinarians and telemedicine advocates. The bill passed 18-0 with one not voting. SB 1519, as amended, raised the off-highway vehicle weight threshold from 2,500 to 3,500 pounds and revised related registration and funding provisions; supporters argued it would reflect newer enclosed-cab vehicles and better align Arizona with neighboring states, while opponents warned of trail damage and said the study process was not complete. It passed 10-7 with one present and one not voting. Finally, the committee approved SB 1618, which restructures the Military Affairs Commission, adds members with defense and aerospace expertise, requires more frequent meetings and reporting, and updates the Military Installation Fund and related duties to better attract and retain defense missions. Supporters said the changes would help Arizona compete for military and defense investment, while some members questioned whether the commission’s mission was being broadened too far and whether the existing structure should instead be handled through other agencies. The bill passed 10-6 with one present and one not voting. The committee then considered SCR 1020, which would index legislative salaries to inflation or deflation starting with future officeholders if approved by voters. Supporters argued the current $24,000 salary had eroded significantly since 1998 and limited who could serve, while opponents objected to legislators voting on their own pay or preferred reducing session time instead. The resolution was approved and sent forward for voter consideration.

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• </c> But after talking to several of my Democratic colleagues, you know, I thought we were, you know,
• And I have heard from Democrats on the Blaine City Council, Democrats on the Anoka County Board, who
• And this is the number one barrier, after money, to redoing Highway 65. heard from Democrats, Democrats
• on the heard from Democrats, Democrats on the Blaine<00:42:40.560><c> City</c><00:42:40.720><c> Council
• , Democrats on the Blaine City Council, Democrats on the Yanoka<00:42:42.800><c> County</c><00:42:43.040

Keywords: 1183, house

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• So, tell those folks the Democrat chair said thumbs up to Senator Matthew's battle. these jobs plus the
• So, tell those folks the Democrat<01:14:53.120><c> chair</c><01:14:53.440><c> said</c><01:14:53.960><
• said thumbs up to Senator Democrat chair said thumbs up to Senator Matthew's<01:14:55.280><c> battle
• </c><01:23:27.200><c> did</c><01:23:27.720><c> in</c><01:23:27.840><c> a</c> Okay, which the Democrats
• did in a Okay, which the Democrats did in a two-year<01:23:28.280><c> period</c><01:23:28.560><c> when

Committee: Senate Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Let me tell the committee, I'm a lawyer, I'm a Democrat, I like paying taxes.
• </c><00:21:38.800><c> I</c> I'm a Democrat, I like paying taxes.
• I I'm a Democrat, I like paying taxes.
• And again, I'll just emphasize to my Democratic friends, PTE was put in as a countermeasure to Trump
• Uh, we will be visiting, but this is just one that it helps Democrats, it helps Republicans, it helps

Bills: HF3127 , HF3524 , HF3525 , HF3754

Committee: House Taxes

Keywords: taxation, pass-through entity, qualifying owner, partnership, S corporation, tax return, overtime compensation, tax deduction, income tax, federal regulations, tax reform, tip income, federal tax deduction, Minnesota Statutes, individual income, employer contributions, Trump accounts, federal law, gross income exclusion, 1183

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• And because they are local officials, they also have a deep appreciation for the fact that in a democratic
• And because they are local officials, they also have a deep appreciation for the fact that in a democratic
• It's very important to think back to the process with both Margaret and Dennis said we are a democratic
• It's very important to think back to the process with both Margaret and Dennis said we are a democratic
• </c> so you can see it's a very Democratic so you can see it's a very Democratic process<01:31:41.280

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 118 in executive session and adopted Amendment 0882H, which would remove the House and Senate members from the Child Care Commission while leaving the commission in place. Members said the amendment was a continuation of earlier committee discussion and supported it as a needed change. The committee then voted 12-0 to recommend ought to pass as amended, and HB 118 was placed on consent. The committee next considered House Bill 142, dealing with Gold Star Mother’s Day. The sponsor explained that the bill was unnecessary because existing statute already directs the governor to issue a proclamation for Gold Star Mother’s Day and to urge appropriate observance, including flag-related ceremonies. Several members discussed how to ensure the proclamation and flag observance would happen and whether the committee report should note the existing statute. Other members said they would oppose killing the bill because the recognition was important. The committee voted 9-3 to table/ITL the bill, and HB 142 was declared inexpedient to legislate. The final major item was a public hearing on a non-germane amendment to House Bill 456, with a related draft amendment also discussed. The sponsor said the amendment would raise the annual membership allowance from $20 to $75, rename fees as dues, prohibit dues from being used to pay lobbyists, require NHMA dues to be brought before voters as a separate warrant article for transparency, and require separate accounting so lobbying funds are not co-mingled with other funds. Supporters said the goal was to keep taxpayer-derived money from funding lobbying while preserving non-lobbying services such as legal advice and training. Opponents argued the proposal was an overreach and would micromanage local towns. No vote was taken in the portion provided.

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• He said it is clearly not legal, not just for Democratic appointees, and that this has been tough on
• He said it is clearly not legal, not just for Democratic appointees, and that this has been tough on
• He said it is clearly not legal, not just for Democratic appointees, and that this has been tough on
• appointees but all and know Democratic appointees but all and so<00:58:03.520><c> again</c><00:58:03.799
• </c> was done through a democratic was done through a democratic process<01:15:08.320><c> and</c><01:

Committee: Senate State and Local Government

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• , talking about sanctuary state because some political mind has decided this is a good issue for Democrats
• We have a right as American people, whether a Democrat or a Republican, to know who it is that is coming
• SANCTUARY STATE BECAUSE SOMEONE DECIDED, SOME POLITICAL MIND HAS DECIDED THIS IS A GOOD ISSUE FOR DEMOCRATS
• WE HAVE A RIGHT AS AMERICAN PEOPLE, WHETHER A DEMOCRAT OR A REPUBLICAN, TO KNOW WHO IT IS THAT IS COMING
• Growing up, I heard one of the differences between the Democratic Party and the Republican Party was

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate opened with routine proceedings, approval of the prior day’s journal, and several motions to restore previously passed bills to the third-reading calendar. Senate Print 2436A, an amendment to the Administrative Code of New York City, and Senate Print 7160, an amendment to the Elder Law, were both reconsidered and restored to the calendar by roll call. Amendments were also received on Senate Print 9960, which retained its place on the third-reading calendar. The chamber then paused to honor Madeline Wilson on her 100th birthday and Marilyn D. Mosley through previously adopted resolutions, with family members and guests recognized on the floor. The Senate also welcomed Columbia Kicks Cancer, a student-run East Greenbush fundraising team that raised more than $239,000 for blood cancer research and care. The Finance Committee reported Senate Print 9005C, a budget bill amending Chapter 268 of the Laws of 1996, directly to third reading, and the Senate accepted the report and the message of necessity. The bill was then taken up on the controversial calendar, leading to extended debate on Part LL, which focused on limits on state and local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, including 287(g) agreements, informal cooperation, masking rules for law enforcement, sensitive locations such as polling places, and the creation of an Office of Immigration Trust within the Attorney General’s office. Supporters argued the bill would keep state and municipal employees focused on their own duties, protect constitutional rights, and prevent New York resources from being used for federal immigration enforcement; they also said it would not bar all cooperation or prevent local police from responding to crime. Opponents argued it would hinder public safety, restrict law enforcement cooperation, and interfere with local discretion, while some raised concerns about constitutional issues and the practical effects on sheriffs, county jails, and police agencies. The debate also included a separate provision creating a civil cause of action for constitutional-rights violations by federal, state, or local officials, which supporters described as an accountability measure. Members further discussed the masking section, with supporters saying it applied broadly to officials and was intended to withstand constitutional scrutiny, while opponents cited a recent Ninth Circuit ruling striking down a similar California law. The Office of Immigration Trust and its complaint/referral process were also examined, including the role of the Governor and the State Education Department in reviewing alleged violations. No final vote on the controversial calendar bill was taken in the portion of the transcript provided.

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• c><00:59:20.320><c> if</c> debunked that, but it'd be nice if debunked that, but it'd be nice if Democrats
• :21.000><c> could</c><00:59:21.120><c> at</c><00:59:21.240><c> least</c><00:59:22.040><c> uh</c> Democrats
• could at least uh Democrats could at least uh keep<00:59:23.480><c> their</c><00:59:23.640><c> story
• because Minnesotans are paying a fraud tax, and that fraud tax is a result of years of inaction from Democrat
• administrations and minimization from Democrat legislators covering for those Democrat administrations

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Now, I ran in '92 as a centrist Democrat who was a urban public... Senator Ants.
• Now, I ran in ' 92 as a centrist<00:56:03.520><c> Democrat</c><00:56:04.400><c> who</c><00:56:04.720>
• And Democrats and Republicans alike spoke with one voice: Do not sell our public lands.
• And Democrats and Republicans alike spoke with one voice: Do not sell our public lands.
• And Democrats and Republicans alike spoke with one voice: Do not sell our public lands.

Keywords: 981, all

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• For the additional Republican and additional Democrat, there are two.
• For the additional Republican and additional Democrat, there's a joint appointment for that additional
• So the Democratic leaders have to agree on their appointment, the Republican leaders have to agree.
• But it was brought to us by the Democrat Party and their open-border policy.
• Now— As for wearing the masks, well, if it weren't for the Democrat Party and some of their surrogates

Keywords: 1182, all

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• Respectfully, because that is what our intention is: to meet and to practice a fair democratic process
• In America in 1933, when Harvard, as Harvard historian Vincent Brown explained recently, anti-democratic
• I think everybody's against that in this room—Republican, Democrat, white, Black, Muslim, Christian.
• I think everybody's against that in this room—Republican, Democrat, white, Black, Muslim, Christian.
• I think everybody's against that in this room—Republican, Democrat, white, Black, Muslim, Christian.

Summary: The committee first considered CS/SB 536, which updates Florida’s criminal gang statutes to reflect modern gang recruitment and communication methods, including social media and encrypted messaging. Senator Martin said the bill does not criminalize gang membership, but clarifies definitions used for gang-related enhancements and law enforcement investigations. Members raised concerns about the meaning of “observed in the company” of gang members and possible impacts on businesses and bikers; Martin said the language was not intended to reach ordinary business customers and that the bill still requires other criteria. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably after debate, with some members supporting it and others warning it was still too broad. The committee also approved CS/SB 762, allowing cross-jurisdictional assignment of conflict capital cases with cost and reporting requirements, after an amendment emphasizing judicial economy and geographic proximity; the bill was described as a cost-saving measure and was reported favorably. CS/SB 1742, creating a new offense for indecent exposure or sexual acts directed at minors under 16, was amended to align with the House version and to cover observing a child for sexual gratification, then reported favorably. CS/SB 1750, increasing penalties and mandatory minimums for serious sex crimes and child sexual abuse material offenses, was amended to restore some current-law provisions and limit reclassification to offenders who were 18 or older at the time of the offense, then reported favorably. The committee also approved CS/SB 1582 on statewide data sharing for secondhand dealer and pawnbroker transactions, along with its companion public-records bill SB 1792, both described as theft-prevention and law-enforcement tools with confidentiality protections and stakeholder support. CS/SB 500, providing FDLE protective security for major-party nominees for statewide constitutional offices, was also reported favorably after a technical amendment. The longest and most contentious discussion was on CS/SB 1632, which would create a process for Florida to designate foreign and domestic terrorist organizations, restrict courts from enforcing foreign or religious law when it conflicts with state or federal law, and bar public funds from supporting designated organizations. Senator Graal said the bill targets conduct, not belief, and creates due-process protections through written findings, public notice, cabinet action, and judicial review. Senator Smith and Senator Polsky repeatedly questioned whether the bill’s use of terms like “promotion” could chill protected speech, academic debate, protest activity, or legal representation, and whether the designation process could be used politically or against religious and advocacy groups. Graal said promotion was meant to cover support for illegal acts, not mere disagreement or academic speech, and said she was open to clarifying language. Numerous speakers opposed the bill, arguing it was vague, unconstitutional, and likely to be used against Muslim communities, students, nonprofits, and dissenting political speech; a few supporters argued it was needed for public safety and to prevent state support for terrorism. The committee did not take a final vote on CS/SB 1632 in the portion provided, and the transcript ends during public testimony on that bill.