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• I welcome you all to the fourth floor to learn more about this initiative following floor session.
• uh, and Trevor Thomasurro are my session uh, and Trevor Thomasurro are my session staff.<00:07:32.800
• Majority members, please report to the majority caucus room not immediately after session.
• Majority members, please report to the majority caucus room not immediately after session.
• Majority members, please report to the majority caucus room not immediately after session.

Bills: HB9, SB2069, SB2342, SB2861, SB3123, SB2623, SB585, SB2211, SB2446, SB2919, SB2125, SB2116, SB2999, SB2656, SB2001, SB3169

Keywords: HB9, Hawaii Purple Heart state, Purple Heart, Purple Heart recipients, veterans, military, armed forces, service members, combat wounded, war veterans, military honors, state designation, symbolic legislation, honorary designation, Chapter 5 HRS, Hawaii Revised Statutes, military appreciation, veteran recognition, SB2069, Hawaii housing

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• Before we get into the 2026 legislative session, how did you feel about the 2025 gathering?
• So, we'll see how that plays out. >> We did a session daily story last year on one of your bills, House
• this upcoming session? this upcoming session?
• Yes. 2026 legislative session.
• Yes. 2026 legislative session.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Most bills filed each session are general laws.
• Most bills filed each session are general laws.
• Local delegation meetings are public meetings that are held at the start of the legislative session.
• There has been instances over the last two sessions. We've approved local bills.
• So we're going to have a full meeting schedule starting week one of session.

Summary: The Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee heard and passed two measures before receiving a staff presentation on the local bill process and local delegation meetings. HB 4007, by Rep. Snyder, would cap reimbursement for certain inmate emergency medical services in Martin County at 110% of the Medicare rate, with a higher cap if a provider shows it is operating at a loss. Snyder said the bill is intended to create predictability and save taxpayer dollars; members asked about fiscal effects and whether other counties could adopt similar language. Public testimony came in support from Martin County and related local officials, and the bill was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote. The committee also passed HM 4005, by Rep. Daly, which urges Congress to increase Florida National Guard force structure. Daly argued Florida’s troop allocation is outdated and inadequate for the state’s population and disaster demands, contributing to burnout and recruiting problems. Members asked about the basis for the current allocation, possible budget and infrastructure impacts, and the National Guard’s needs; there was no opposition or public testimony, and the memorial was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote. After the votes, Reps. Holcomb and Kendall gave a detailed presentation explaining how local bills differ from general laws, constitutional limits on local legislation, required local delegation meetings and notice, certification and economic impact forms, and amendment procedures. Members asked several process questions, including about multi-county delegations and Miami-Dade’s special status. The meeting ended with a few recognitions and adjournment before session.

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• A move out of executive session? No, didn't we want no consent? No, no, you can't put it on.
• Okay, move out of executive session. I'll second. All those in favor? I...
• We are out of executive session. Thank you all for coming.
• Okay, move out of executive session. I'll second. All those in favor? I...
• We are out of executive session. Thank you all for coming.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Summary: The committee discussed a bill directing the Department of Education to develop or identify informational materials about type 1 diabetes and make them available to school districts and on school websites. One member objected that the bill was too narrow and effectively created a policy focused on one disease, arguing that other illnesses also deserve attention and that parents can obtain such information from physicians and health centers. Others responded that type 1 diabetes was chosen because it can be hard to detect, can progress quickly, and early warning signs in children may be missed by school staff and parents. Supporters emphasized testimony from young people and families about the importance of early detection, noting that type 1 diabetes is different from type 2 and can lead to serious complications if not recognized quickly. Several members said the bill would help teachers, nurses, and parents identify symptoms and seek prompt medical care, and that adding every disease would overcrowd the materials. One senator said the bill was a prevention measure and that similar treatment could be considered for other illnesses in the future if they met the same criteria. The committee then voted on the bill and advanced it on a 4-1 vote. Afterward, there was brief procedural discussion about whether to place another item on consent and whether to move out of executive session, but no additional substantive action was taken.

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• We assist them with actually submitting those legislative capital requests through the session.
• The session or leading up to the session, and then assist them throughout the session with that process
• or for the 27th session.
• Senator Luján did introduce, again, this session of Congress, the ASECYA Act.
• It was introduced in the last session of Congress but did not pass.

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• We are Already preparing for our 2026 legislative session.
• I know we didn't get it through this last legislative session.
• funding before the legislative session next year is critical.
• And we're getting ready to start the session one day.
• legislative session, again, were two things.

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• We're at that time of session where members are running between committees during hearings.
• That's how it rolls at the end of session.
• Steve Acroff, for the record, to get us through to the end of the 27 session, so whenever a sign you
• SB 422 is another attempt to pass SB 433 of the 2023 session.
• It's very late in the session to have those conversations. We have a lot of work to do.

Bills: AB568, SB90, SB133, SB147, SB229, SB233, SB240, SB245, SB280, SB378, SB393, SB417, SB434, SB494, SB495, AB62, SB104, SB119, SB132, SB193, SB262, SB422, SB431, SB435, SB468, SB503

Keywords: higher education, Nevada System of Higher Education, operational expenses, instructional expenses, public funding, education funding, teacher grants, classroom supplies, instructional support, specialized personnel, civics education, Nevada Center for Civic Engagement, funding, youth programs, civic involvement, Southern Nevada, Clark County, Las Vegas Valley, regional planning, economic resiliency

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• Since the last session, my board has been quite busy.
• Budgetary increases given to the agency in the previous legislative session.
• The previous legislative session was at $11,000. Correct. Okay. Now we're at $16,000. Okay.
• This is my first full session as chairman in my three years of.
• This committee and the legislature for the appropriation they received last session.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Chairman Harris, I know, was very involved in this last session and maybe again in the coming session
• For example, potentially, I don't see it this session, but maybe next session a deficit budget.
• How do we utilize produced water for session after session after session?
• Because we're not in session.
• A special session is in order.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• The session will be opened with prayer. Prayer will be offered by the chaplain of the Senate.
• The journal of the session of May 5, 2026, is now on print.
• Returning to session, the next order of business is reports of committee.
• President, I move the executive session do now rise.
• It has been moved by Senator Bartolotta that the executive session do now rise.

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, received committee reports, and approved the prior day’s journal by a 50-0 vote. Several members were granted leaves of absence, and the chamber also took up a number of procedural motions, including re-referring Senate Bill 1212 to Appropriations and moving Senate Bill 911 from the table to the calendar. The Senate later recessed for committee meetings and party caucuses, then reconvened to continue floor action. On the calendar, Senate Bill 1206 passed 50-0 after supporters said it would help Pennsylvania’s life sciences industry by allowing manufacturers to pursue state licensure while federal FDA approval is pending, without weakening safety standards. Senate Bill 1273 passed 48-2; its sponsor said it would clarify that turnpike automated plate-reading data may be shared with investigators in missing or endangered persons cases, including Amber Alerts. Several other bills were either agreed to and re-referred to Appropriations or ordered over in their place, including House Bill 681, Senate Bills 1061, 1303, and 1355, and House Bill 1505 and 1667. The Senate also considered Senate Resolution 326, where an amendment by Senator Mastriano was adopted and the resolution was then held over as amended. In executive session, the chamber returned several nominations to the governor, then confirmed a slate of gubernatorial nominations, including appointments to the Pennsylvania Drug, Device, and Cosmetic Board, the State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, and several Pennsylvania Army National Guard promotions, by a 50-0 vote. The Senate additionally approved committee-reported bills from Appropriations and Health and Human Services, and signed House Bill 1344 in the presence of the Senate. During petitions and remonstrances, Senator Tartaglione urged action on minimum wage legislation, noting Pennsylvania has not raised the wage since 2006 and pointing to House Bill 2189. Senator Dush delivered extended remarks on the nation’s founding and the religious views of Benjamin Franklin. The Senate then adopted a motion to recess until June 25, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., unless recalled sooner.

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• My hope was in having those three listening sessions when I was the chair of the committee was that we
• This happened last session, and a St.
• and a St Paul Middle School session and a St Paul Middle School teacher<00:05:12.000> asked<00
• you know I just came bills this session you know I just came from<00:07:10.199> committee<00:
• Gosh, I don't know what's going to happen this session yet.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And now, Lord Jesus, we entrust this session and the the work of these leaders into your hands.
• that the House grant permission for all committees and subcommittees to meet while the House is in session
• A full quarter of our session is over and we have taken a a long vacation weekend of four, five, or six
• And we used to do it at the end of the session.
• A lot of them are in a training session. right now. Thank you. Welcome to the Texas House.

Keywords: legislation, testimonies, committee meeting, public interest, bills

Summary: The committee meeting was conducted with several discussions surrounding various proposed bills, addressing both public interests and legislative concerns. Specific bills were presented, and members debated the implications of each, emphasizing their potential impact on the community and state regulations. Notably, several testimonies were heard from stakeholders, which enriched the conversation and provided different perspectives on the bills being reviewed.

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• Last session, one came down to the wire, almost reaching the floor for a vote, but close doesn't count
• With the momentum and the bipartisan support that we had last session, I believe that we can build on
• With the momentum and the bipartisan support that we had last session, I believe that we can build on
• With the momentum and the bipartisan support that we had last session, I believe that we can build on
• <00:01:16.280> I support that we had last session I support that we had last session I believe

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Summary: Republican Sen. Jeremy Miller discussed his updated Minnesota Sports Betting Act 3.0, saying the bill is intended to build on last session’s bipartisan momentum and finally legalize sports betting in Minnesota. He argued the state is an outlier because neighboring states have already legalized it, and said sports betting is already happening through offshore sites or by crossing into other states, so legalization would bring activity into a regulated system and generate tax revenue. Miller said the new proposal is designed to give benefits to the main gambling stakeholders he identified: tribes, horse racing tracks, and charities that conduct charitable gambling. Under his plan, tribes would receive licenses, tracks would receive a share of tax revenue to support horse racing, and charities would receive tax relief so they can give more in their communities. He also said the bill would direct funding toward youth sports, problem gambling programs, and efforts to attract major sporting events to Minnesota. He said he is hearing strong interest from constituents and described the odds of passage as about 50-50, while noting progress with tribes, both horse tracks, and charities. Miller acknowledged concerns about expanding gambling and problem gambling, but said legalization would better address those issues than the current unregulated market. He estimated that if approved, the program could take close to a year to fully implement, though some temporary options might be possible sooner.

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• session, um we had Dr. Peterson and Dr. session, um we had Dr. Peterson and Dr.
• <00:21:17.679> and I hope as we move forward in session and I hope as we move forward in session
• work as we get to the end of session work as we get to the end of session here<00:35:59.119>
• <00:58:42.640> that<00:58:42.880> I'm session and every other session that I'm session
• have happened in in the session, right? have happened in in the session, right?

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee took up House File 4893, a school safety and gun violence prevention bill, and first adopted a DE1 amendment before hearing the bill. The author and supporters described the measure as a layered approach to school safety, combining increased funding for student support personnel, required school safety plans, and anonymous threat reporting systems. They cited research from the Violence Prevention Project and other sources arguing that many school shooters are insiders, often show warning signs, and frequently leak plans beforehand, making early intervention and trusted adults in schools important. Members and testifiers also discussed the bill’s firearm storage provisions. Representative Green explained that the bill would require firearms on school property and in vehicles to be unloaded and locked, and would limit or remove principals’ discretion to allow firearms in school buildings, while preserving access for trained school security personnel. Supporters said the bill would improve clarity and safety for schools, while a representative from private schools raised concerns that the language could limit flexibility and create staffing and accountability problems for non-public schools, prompting discussion of possible amendments. Several student and organizational testifiers supported the bill, including students from Edina High School, Education Minnesota, the Minnesota School Counselors Association, and the Children’s Defense Fund Minnesota. They emphasized the impact of gun violence on students’ mental health and learning, the value of anonymous reporting systems, and the need to invest in counselors, social workers, psychologists, and nurses. No final vote on the bill was taken in the portion provided, but the committee did adopt the DE1 amendment and continued discussion of possible changes, including with the BCA and school safety center.

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• I want members here to think that this came up just this session.
• This started about four or five sessions ago.
• Over the last two sessions, that's cost about $5.7 billion.
• Aligning with our legislative sessions.
• Members, this bill passed the House unanimously last session.

Summary: The House convened with a quorum present, heard an invocation and pledges, received Senate messages, and adopted several procedural motions allowing committees to meet during the session and postponing or scheduling certain committee hearings. Members also observed a memorial recognition for Wood County Deputy Sheriff Melissa Pollard, who died in the line of duty, and adopted a resolution honoring her service. The chamber then adopted House Resolution 897 recognizing May 6, 2025 as Golf Day in Texas and House Resolution 1063 recognizing Dallas Housing Coalition Advocacy Day; additional recognitions highlighted Mental Health Awareness Month and tardive dyskinesia awareness, The Woodlands’ 50th anniversary, Alzheimer’s advocacy, student athlete Gator Young, an intern in Rep. Leo-Wilson’s office, and educator Jessica Lopez. The House spent much of the day on third-reading consideration of a long calendar of bills. Among the measures passed were HB 24 on zoning protest procedures, HB 3800 creating a health care workforce advisory board, HB 42 on higher education appropriations, HB 129 restricting contracts with foreign adversary companies, HB 677 on county elections administrator political activity, HB 668 on license-to-carry renewal procedures, HB 2128 directing a rural firefighting study, HB 2038 expanding physician licensing options, HB 2316 on election result reporting, HB 3686 on retired peace officer ID cards, HB 2563 creating a prescribed burn manager self-insurance pool, HB 1160 increasing penalties for assaults on utility workers, HB 3883 on major events funding, HB 2788 protecting fraud-detection information, HB 2663 on inactive well plugging extensions, HB 3305 extending a county health provider participation program, HB 3474 on pension reporting, HB 1105 expanding tuition exemptions for certain paramedics, HB 3490 on closed meetings with internal auditors, HB 3597 on child care facility notice thresholds, HB 1295 on health literacy planning, HB 3512 on AI training for government employees, HB 3783 on court-ordered counseling, HB 2017 on intoxication manslaughter penalties, HB 3010 on rural disaster recovery, HB 3112 on cybersecurity-related public information and meetings, HB 4215 on delivery network companies, HB 3223 on construction claims limitation periods, HB 3464 on controlled substances in correctional facilities, HB 3120 on residential child detention facilities, HB 4214 on public information, HB 481 on trade secret sealing, HB 4783 on opioid antagonist program reporting, HB 4063 on unilateral memoranda of contract, HB 2783 on county employee deferred compensation, HB 5085 on seed banks, HB 2510 on assisted living facility operations, HB 3426 on digital driver’s licenses, HB 4361 on emergency notifications at higher education institutions, HB 1169 on oil and gas infrastructure protection, HB 2516 on Medicare supplement eligibility for Texans under 65, HB 3560 on hospital staff background checks, HB 3860 on occupational licenses for inmates, HB 3146 on SOAH hearings, HB 184 on loan repayment for border prosecution attorneys, HB 198 on firefighter cancer screenings, HB 247 on border security infrastructure taxation, HB 367 on excused absences for students with severe illnesses, HB 449 on deepfake sexually explicit images, HB 1778 on human trafficking and related offenses, HB 514 on maternal health workforce outreach, HB 632 on pharmacy regulation, HB 2582 on victim parole information, HB 766 on precinct chair ballot applications, HB 2715 on suspension/removal of officials, HB 2712 on water and sewer utility test years, HB 3069 on transmission projects, HB 3505 on health provider participation districts, HB 1269 on plant disease and pest prevention grants, HB 4224 on access to health care records, HB 5032 on historical documents in the Capitol complex, HB 2240 on void marriages, HB 5180 on diploma designation, HB 3348 on health provider participation programs, HB 4668 on PUC authority to retain assistance, HB 4665 on child care training providers, HB 3395 on beneficiary designation for manufactured homes, HB 3157 on interim electric utility rates, HB 4395 on electronic submission of public securities records, HB 4325 on bribery civil penalties, HB 4386 on annuity replacement transactions, HB 4273 on Medicaid fraud-related unlawful acts, HB 2760 on judicial review of unemployment decisions, HB 2820 on charitable bingo operating capital, HB 1828 on legislative leave for correctional officers, and a series of Senate bills including SB 2349, SB 1268, SB 610, SB 1577, SB 1369, SB 2032, SB 1057, SB 1044, SB 922, SB 1759, SB 1143, SB 1506, SB 1403, SB 2361, SB 870, SB 372, and SB 72. Several bills drew debate or amendments, including HB 24, where a germane point of order was sustained against an amendment, and HB 198, HB 3348, and SB 2361, which were amended before passage. Most measures passed by wide margins, though some drew notable opposition, including HB 3883, HB 514, HB 1295, HB 184, SB 1143, and others. The House also postponed further consideration of HB 4700 until the end of the day and HB 24 until 1 p.m., and it granted permission for committees to meet during the House session and for the Calendars Committee to meet that morning.

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• You passed House Bill 2082, signed in open session.
• House Bill 296 is signed in open session.
• You've passed House Bill 2308, signed in open session.
• You've passed House Bill 4011, signed in open session.
• You've passed House Bill 2253, signed in open session.

Summary: The Senate convened, took attendance, approved the journal, and received gubernatorial communications and nominations. Several nominations were referred to committee, and messages from the House were entered, including transmission of Senate Bills 1058, 1237, and 1294 to the Governor. The chamber recessed for caucus, then reconvened and moved into Committee of the Whole to consider bills on the calendar. In Committee of the Whole, members considered HB 2082, HB 282, HB 2749, and HB 296 (the transcript also contains some misstatements of bill numbers/titles). Amendments were adopted on HB 282, HB 2749, and HB 296, including a Rogers floor amendment to HB 2749 establishing a sunset and a Shope floor amendment to HB 296 making technical and coordination changes related to water infrastructure and the Clean Water Act. The Committee of the Whole reported all of those measures do pass as amended, and the Senate later adopted the report. The Senate then took up additional business, including confirmation votes on gubernatorial nominees. John A. Conley, Ruby Dylan Williams, Thomas J. Connolly, Charles Essex, and Dr. Lynette Levesay were all confirmed. The chamber then passed several House bills on third reading, including HB 2308, HB 4011, HB 2049 as an emergency measure, HB 2253, and HB 2663, with recorded votes largely showing 24 ayes and 0 nays. Committee announcements were made for upcoming Natural Resources and Education meetings. Near adjournment, Senator Epstein gave a personal privilege statement criticizing ICE conduct in a Minnesota case and calling for accountability, and Senator Gonzales thanked her and offered birthday wishes to a family member. The Senate then adopted a motion to notify the Governor of the day’s confirmations and adjourned until Tuesday, May 26, 2026, subject to earlier recall by the President if needed.

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• We are just a few short days away from the end of the legislative session here, and the issue in front
• And you've heard that conversation before, the DFL, all session, and frankly, for the last 20 years.
• Have been brought forward this session that no Republican has taken a vote against in committee, but
• That is the message we've heard this whole session, whether it's for the short term or whether it's for
• The motion does not prevail; the House remains in session. Any further announcements? Division, Mr.

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• We are going to have a joint session today for Asian American Pacific Island Native Hawaiian Day.
• President, I also have with me, who is shadowing me at least through the floor session, a student who
• So, we'll get that message in, and then we'll recess, basically to go over to the joint session.
• That we return to the Senate 15 minutes after the joint session so that we can finish up the certificate
• Seeing no objection, the Senate will stand in recess until 15 minutes after the joint session.

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• me in prayer. ...is our last special session.
• And please join me in prayer as we ask for God's wisdom as we go into this last special session.
• and in previous sessions where we've prohibited certain actions.
• And we do this every single session by General Law.
• We had a full 60-day session, and we used none of it.

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• like to take this opportunity to give my words of gratitude to my staff for their support through session
• for their gratitude to my staff uh for their support<00:15:58.639> through<00:15:59.120> session
• c><00:15:59.519> and<00:15:59.639> for<00:15:59.839> showing support through session
• and for showing support through session and for showing up<00:16:00.319> today<00:16:01.079><
• the 20124 session answering the call<00:44:08.040> of<00:44:08.240> many<00:44:08.559>

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