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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the Panama Canal and its impact on U.S. trade and national security, focusing on fees and foreign influence. Jan 28th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Army Corps of Engineers, Engineers developed credible plans to mitigate future water shortages; they
- manifestly violate Article 5, but this does not mean that anything short of a People's Liberation Army
- Army Corps of Engineers has helped the Panamanian Authority develop involves another basic expansion
- Army Corps of Engineers doing a feasibility review of that project.
- Army Corps of Engineers doing a feasibility review of that project.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Appr/Sub-Education Feb 4th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- software runs through an internal system called the CLO app, which is preparatory software and a Swiss Army
- He said some things it does better than others, and that using it like a Swiss Army knife can hurt you
- You can cut down a tree with a Swiss Army knife, you're just going to hurt yourself in the process.
- So one of the Swiss Army knife, it's just going to hurt yourself in the process. Thank you.
- You can cut down a tree with a Swiss Army knife; you're just going to hurt yourself in the process.
Summary:
The Senate Education Committee’s Appropriations Subcommittee met to hear budget presentations from OETA, the Commissioners of the Land Office, and the Oklahoma Educational Quality and Accountability Commission (OEQA). The chair asked witnesses to stay focused on budget requests and agency operations rather than policy, unless policy affected the numbers.
OETA reported no request for additional funding. Director Sean Black highlighted the agency’s 70th year of continuous broadcasting, completion of transmitter replacements, conversion to fiber, and lower electricity costs from more efficient equipment. He said OETA would offset the loss of federal CPB funding through donations, events, and partnerships, and described its statewide reach, educational programming, and multiple broadcast and streaming channels. Members asked about energy use and were told the new transmitters had reduced power costs.
The Commissioners of the Land Office discussed record distributions to schools, a flat budget, and planned spending on invasive woody species, implementation of SB 951, IT modernization, and possible changes to mineral management and staffing. The secretary requested funding for a revenue compliance director, field services manager, internal auditor support, and other adjustments, while explaining the agency’s use of stabilization funds and carryover. Senators questioned orphan and abandoned wells, AI use, and staffing efficiency; the secretary said the agency was trying to work more closely with operators, use AI and in-house software where possible, and manage wells and land in ways that protect school revenue.
OEQA presented its priorities for teacher quality, including Teach Forward apprenticeship pilots, dashboard expansion, accreditation review, statutory cleanups, and continued monitoring of cell phone-free zones. The agency described a small, stable budget, five unfilled positions, and a proposed $100,000 reduction for FY 2027 based on efficiencies. Members asked about Teach Forward applications, multilingual testing, and the broader quality of teacher preparation programs; OEQA said it had received three Teach Forward applications and that translating certification tests would raise cost and validity concerns. Senators urged OEQA to play a stronger role in connecting teacher preparation programs with classroom needs, and the meeting adjourned without any votes or formal actions taken.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Long Range Capital Planning and Utilization Committee (02/24/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- The building is to be primarily occupied and used by the New Hampshire Army National Guard, subject to
- The building is to be primarily occupied and used by the New Hampshire Army National Guard, subject to
- The building is to be primarily occupied and used by the New Hampshire Army National Guard, subject to
- </c> and used by the New Hampshire Army and used by the New Hampshire Army National<00:11:38.760><c>
- </c><00:12:52.920><c> Aviation</c><00:12:53.880><c> support</c> construct a uh Army Aviation support
Summary:
The Long Range Capital Planning and Utilization Committee met in organizational session and first elected Representative John Cluder as clerk. A nomination of Senator Mark Makoni as vice chair was made but not voted on because he was absent; it was carried over to the next meeting. The committee also reviewed its guidelines and procedures, including how it handles property-disposal requests, late items, and informational materials, and then approved the November 12, 2024 minutes with one abstention from a member who had been absent.
The committee then considered several state property and lease requests. It approved a 50-year, $1-per-year ground lease for about 5.66 acres at Berlin Regional Airport in Milan for a New Hampshire Army National Guard hangar/support facility, after hearing that the project is federally funded, intended for training and search-and-rescue support, and would have no permanent full-time staffing. The committee also approved a 30-year lease for the Department of Justice to move the chief medical examiner’s offices, morgue, and autopsy suite to 279 Pleasant Street in Concord, with testimony that the current Concord Hospital space is inadequate and that the new site would double body-storage capacity.
Several Department of Safety and Department of Transportation property items were approved as well. Safety received approval for a 10-year lease, with renewal options, for the State Police aircraft hangar at 91 Airport Road in Concord. Transportation was authorized to continue disposal efforts for remnant parcels in Concord, Conway, Lisbon, Effingham, and Mount Vernon, with testimony explaining market conditions, appraisals, access limits, and easements; members asked questions about access and buildability, but each item was approved. During the Berlin lease item, the committee was told the FAA objects to any lease longer than 50 years at that airport, so the request was revised from 55 years to 50 years on the record before approval.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- I currently serve as the chief of staff for the Hawaii Army National Guard.
- The Hawaii Army National Guard stands on its favorable written testimony on this bill, House Bill 1751
- </c> for the Hawaii Army National Guard. for the Hawaii Army National Guard.
- ><c> stands</c><00:27:16.799><c> on</c><00:27:16.880><c> its</c> Hawaii Army National Guard stands on
- its Hawaii Army National Guard stands on its favorable<00:27:17.440><c> written</c><00:27:17.919><c>
Committee:
House Public Safety
Summary:
The Committee on Public Safety held its first hearing and began with House Bill 1531, which would require the governor or county mayor to provide an ASL interpreter during official emergency announcements broadcast on television or the internet, ensure the interpreter is visible, and require news outlets to show the interpreter in a picture-in-picture window. Testimony was strongly supportive from disability advocates, who said live captions can be inaccurate and that ASL access is critical during emergencies, but broadcasters raised practical concerns that the bill as drafted could require extra camera crews and reduce coverage. Members discussed possible alternatives such as government-provided pool feeds and interpreter placement, and the chair recommended deferring decision-making on the bill to the following Wednesday to allow time for amendment language.
The committee then heard House Bill 1751, which would expand the Hawaii National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program to include graduate degrees at the University of Hawaii for qualified enlisted personnel. The Hawaii Army National Guard, the Department of Defense, and University of Hawaii representatives supported the measure as a recruiting, retention, and professionalization tool. A member asked about funding, and the response was that the program is funded through a state appropriation currently set at $250,000 and was described as sufficient at present. The bill drew no opposition in the hearing.
Next, House Bill 1752 was taken up. This measure would remove the Adjutant General as a nonvoting ex officio member of the HAIMA advisory committee and add the HAIMA administrator as a nonvoting ex officio member of the MSAC. The Department of Defense and Department of Health supported the bill, with the Department of Health asking that it be aligned with other EMS modernization provisions in the governor’s package so the related measures remain consistent. No objections were raised.
The committee also heard House Bill 1577 on 911 services, which would require the 911 Board to establish a statewide emergency safety profile system for residents to voluntarily store emergency-relevant personal information. The Department of Health, disability advocates, the 911 Board, and others supported the concept, saying it could improve emergency response for people with disabilities, kūpuna, families, and others with functional needs. Testimony also raised concerns about funding, system integration, confidentiality, advanced directives, and liability protections if information does not reach responders in time. Members discussed statewide coordination and existing county systems, and the hearing continued with those issues unresolved.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Mar 12th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- California National Guard's 40th Infantry Division and became the first woman in command of a United States Army
- including in 1778, Deborah Samson disguised herself as a man and bravely served in the Continental Army
- In 2005, Sergeant Leigh Ann Hester became the first woman in the United States Army to earn a Silver
- Sergeant Leigh Ann Hester became the first woman in the United States Army to earn a Silver Star for
- The Women's Army Corps, established in 1942, allowed women to serve in non-combat roles.
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, offered prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then recognized several guest groups, including representatives of the National Council of Negro Women, students from Santa Clarita Christian School, and the Coachella Valley High School girls soccer team. The chamber also marked Senator Allen’s birthday and later took up a memorial adjournment in memory of Dr. William Ma, offered by Senator Wiener.
On the floor, the Senate confirmed three gubernatorial appointments: Andy Nakahata as executive director of the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank, Richard Stein to the California Arts Council, and Nick Hardiman to the California Housing Finance Agency Board of Directors. Each confirmation passed unanimously or near-unanimously after brief supportive remarks about the appointees’ experience and qualifications.
The Senate also adopted several resolutions. SCR 127 designated December as Multi-Faith Heritage Month, SCR 110 recognized Women’s Military History Week, SCR 137 proclaimed March 15 as Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Day, and SR 85 marked Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week. Members spoke in support of each measure, emphasizing interfaith understanding, women’s military service, Ginsburg’s legacy on equality, and the need for MS awareness and research. All of the resolutions passed by unanimous roll call, and the special consent calendar items were also approved 33-0.
The session concluded with committee announcements for upcoming budget subcommittee meetings and a select committee meeting on California’s wine industry, followed by recess and notice of the next Senate session.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm also an Air Force wife and the daughter of a career Army officer.
- Growing up in the Army, we moved a lot every few years, and it was a wonderful experience.
- My name is Chris Collins, and I served in the United States Army for 21 years.
- children are currently attending Idaho school systems, and our oldest son is currently serving in the Army
- It is where I served in the Idaho Army National Guard and where I met my husband, an Idaho native and
Committee:
Senate Education
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Army Corps of Engineers must not compromise navigation safety or two-way traffic vessel movement when
- Army Corps of Engineers on development management of the Coastal Barrier System.
- Army Corps of Engineers to not compromise navigation safety or two-way vessel traffic movement when implementing
- Army Corps of Engineers. Okay, it shows it's... yeah. Thank you, Mr. Thomas.
- Army Corps of Engineers in Galveston District. Okay, thank you, Mr. Thomas.
Committee:
Senate Natural Resources
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, September 3, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:15:06.800><c> His</c> services across the Army. His services across the Army.
- </c><00:25:56.080><c> National</c> Regiment of the New York Army National Regiment of the New York Army
- Because the US Army remained War.
- He was awarded two Bronze Stars and left the Army with the rank of sergeant.
- </c><02:26:08.720><c> form</c><02:26:09.520><c> 638,</c> Department of Army form 638, Department of Army
Keywords:
energy, water development, appropriations, fiscal year 2026, flood control, infrastructure, Bureau of Land Management, North Dakota, resource management plan, congression disapproval, public lands policy, HJR106, H.J.Res. 106, Congressional Review Act, CRA, BLM, Central Yukon, Alaska, public lands, land management
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Tourism Jan 21st, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Special Committee on Tourism
Transcript Highlights:
- Army in 1943 at the age of 20 and took part in D-Day as part of the Normandy invasion.
- Army in 1943 at the age of 20 and took part in the D-Day and took part in D-Day as part of the Normandy
- Army, I appreciate his service.
- So as a Army veteran, as a member that went to the big, was part of the big red one, now, not back then
Committee:
House Special Committee on Tourism
Summary:
The Special Committee on Tourism met with a quorum present and heard two bills. House Bill 1671, sponsored by Rep. Brian Seitz, would reauthorize the Tourism Supplemental Revenue Fund and remove outdated statutory language, including references to SIC codes, so the Division of Tourism and Missouri Film Office can continue operating and carry funds across fiscal years. Seitz said the measure is essentially unchanged from prior versions, has already passed the Senate committee process, and carries no new fiscal note because it does not request additional appropriations. Testimony in support came from the Missouri Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus, the Missouri Hotel Lodging Association, and the Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, all emphasizing the bill’s role in stabilizing tourism funding and supporting marketing and reimbursement programs. No opposition was offered.
The committee then heard House Bill 2576, sponsored by Rep. John Black, which would name a bridge over Interstate 44 near Marshfield in honor of Dr. Tommy McDonald, Black’s childhood physician and a decorated World War II veteran. Black described McDonald’s military service at Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge, his Silver Star and two Purple Hearts, and his later career as an obstetrician and former Missouri legislator. Members voiced strong support for honoring his service and local legacy, and Black noted the signage cost would be borne by MoDOT, with a fiscal note of about $4,700. No one testified in opposition or for informational purposes only, and the hearing concluded without any votes or other action taken.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Apr 3rd, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- This morning, I asked that the Assembly adjourn in memory of United States Army Sergeant Edvin F.
- Sergeant Franco was awarded the Army Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Army Achievement Medal
- with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Army Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Global
Summary:
The Assembly met after a quorum call and proceeded with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a series of guest introductions recognizing FFA students, district staff, public health leaders, and visiting students from local schools. Several members highlighted agriculture education, public health week, and civic education, and one member also announced the birth of a calf before introducing an honored agriculture teacher. The chamber then moved through the daily file, passing over second- and third-reading items and taking up Senate Concurrent Resolution 1, which establishes the joint rules for the 2025-26 legislative session; it was adopted on a 50-14 vote and sent immediately to the Senate.
On the consent calendar, Assembly Bill 565, Assembly Bill 708, and Assembly Concurrent Resolution 42 were adopted unanimously, 71-0. ACR 42, relating to adult education, also received 65 co-authors. Additional guest introductions followed, including students from the San Fernando Valley and a Jewish day school, with remarks emphasizing leadership, agriculture, and community service.
The Assembly then held an adjournment in memory for U.S. Army Sergeant Edvin F. Franco of Glendale, who died in a training accident in Lithuania. Members honored his military service, awards, and family. The house announced its next schedule and adjourned until Monday, April 7 at 1 p.m.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, March 27, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Roger is a faith-driven leader, an Army veteran, and a longtime nonprofit executive.
- Roger has served in a variety of roles, including parish pastor, city manager, and Army chaplain within
- Roger is a faith-driven leader, an Army veteran, and a longtime nonprofit executive.
- Army in the Korean War from 1952 to 1954.
- in the Korean War from 1952 the US Army in the Korean War from 1952 to<00:14:50.639><c> 1954.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development - Subcommittee on Veterans - 03/17/25
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development - Subcommittee on Veterans
Transcript Highlights:
- I am an Army veteran.
- I did 20 years in the United States Army active duty, and now I work for the Minnesota Department of
- veteran I did 20 Affairs I am an army veteran I did 20 years<00:04:06.079><c> in</c><00:04:06.280><c
- > United</c><00:04:06.599><c> States</c><00:04:06.920><c> Army</c><00:04:07.280><c> active</c><00:04:
- 07.959><c> duty</c> years in United States Army active duty years in United States Army active duty and
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Veteran and Military Affairs REVISED: Links added Feb 5th, 2026
Veteran and Military Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- This legislation was put together by judge advocates from both the Army and the Air Force and the Guard
- This legislation was put together by judge advocates from both the Army and the Air Force and the Guard
- fills the gap between when a service member retires from the National Guard, whether Air Guard or Army
- Whether Air Guard or Army Guard, Oklahoma, let's just say they're however many years, 25 years.
Committee:
House Veteran and Military Affairs
Summary:
The committee heard several veterans-related bills. House Bill 3257 would treat 100% disabilities caused by medical malpractice at a VA facility as service-connected for purposes of Oklahoma state benefits, aligning state treatment with federal benefits; members asked about the bill’s scope and its relation to military service and citizenship, and it passed 6-0. House Bill 3432 would allow veterans to attend public school sporting events without paying gate admission; one member spoke against the idea of preferential treatment for veterans, but the bill passed 5-1.
House Bill 3428 would require the Department of Labor, working with the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs, to create a workplace poster for employers with more than 50 employees listing veteran benefits and contact information for assistance programs. The author emphasized it was not a recruitment effort and said the poster would mainly provide hotline numbers and claims assistance information; it passed 7-0. House Bill 3043 would let ODVA hire PRN, seasonal, or as-needed employees during peak periods instead of relying on full-time staff, and members discussed possible reporting additions; it passed 7-0.
The committee also considered House Bill 3044, which continues the existing tax return donation option for the ODVA equipment capital improvement program, and it passed 7-0. House Bill 3078, as amended, changed the donation mechanism to a direct link to the ODVA website rather than a checkbox on state transaction forms, and the amendment was adopted before the bill passed 8-0. Finally, House Bill 3940, a broad cleanup/omnibus measure revising National Guard and State Guard provisions, retention and education assistance rules, museum-related authority, and other technical matters, was presented as a follow-up to prior legislation, amended by PCS, and passed 7-0 with one member absent/abstaining; the committee then adjourned.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Violence Action Center, Institute for Human Services, Parents and Children Together, the Salvation Army
- Parents and Children Together,<00:05:29.120><c> the</c><00:05:29.280><c> Salvation</c><00:05:29.840><c> Army
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- , the Salvation Army Hawaii, and the<00:05:31.039><c> Mahala</c><00:05:31.600><c> Mai</c><00:05:32.560
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- facilities in Pembroke, New Hampshire, still an hour away, or Strafford, New Hampshire, where the Army
- </c><00:13:31.839><c> Guard</c> only two facilities in the Army Guard only two facilities in the Army
- Then we had a into our armies.
- And when I joined the Army, I was 17 years old.
- , I was 17 And when I joined the army, I was 17 years<00:27:34.880><c> old.
Committee:
House Ways and Means
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Session Jun 21st, 2026 at 06:00 pm
Massachusetts Joint Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The colors will be posted by soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 181st Infantry Regiment, Massachusetts Army
- National Guard. 181st Infantry Regiment, Massachusetts Army National Guard.
- It became part of the United States Army and defended freedom at every moment in our history.
- I'd love to build a whole army of primary care providers to be out there across our state so that when
- Just outside the chamber, the 215th Army National Guard will be performing.
Summary:
The House and Senate met in joint convention for the Governor’s annual State of the Commonwealth address. Before the address, the chamber handled routine organizational motions, including recesses, the appointment of committees to escort the Lieutenant Governor, constitutional officers, and the Governor into the chamber, the posting of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, the national anthem, and an invocation and benediction. The joint convention then heard Governor Maura Healey’s address, followed by remarks from legislative leaders and a closing benediction.
In her speech, Governor Healey said the state is strong and highlighted accomplishments from the past session, including tax cuts, expanded child care support, the Affordable Homes Act, transportation improvements, federal funding gains, veterans’ services, and health care measures. She also emphasized ongoing priorities such as reducing housing costs, improving transit and infrastructure, expanding primary care and mental health services, supporting education and career pathways, strengthening clean energy and AI investment, and protecting reproductive health care. She called for abolishing tenant broker’s fees, creating a statewide graduation standards council after the MCAS requirement change, and continuing efforts to address the emergency shelter system and other cost pressures.
No roll call votes were taken on legislation during the address itself, but the convention adopted the various ceremonial orders and motions by voice vote. After the Governor’s remarks and the benediction, the joint convention adjourned, and the House later adjourned to meet the following Tuesday in informal session.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- The Missouri Army plates have a beautiful decor. Veterans spouse plates need decor also.
- “Army.” “Excellent. Thank you for supporting him.
- Our co-founders are both Army veterans, retired lieutenant colonels.
- Force, and Army.
- Like I said, I was combat aviation Army. It's been declassified.
Committee:
House Veterans and Armed Forces
Summary:
The committee met with a quorum and first went into executive session, where it adopted a House Committee substitute combining House Bills 3078 and 2672 and voted the substitute do pass, with one no vote. It then separately voted House Bill 2362 and House Bill 2588 do pass, each by 16 ayes and one no. During the executive session, one member objected to the combined bill on constitutional equal-protection grounds, while another supported it as a benefit for veterans.
In public hearing, Representative Stephanie Boykin presented House Bill 3280, which would create a Missouri specialty license plate for the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran who previously qualified for a disabled veteran plate. She described it as a low-cost way to continue honoring a veteran’s service and family sacrifice. Committee members and a surviving spouse testified in strong support, emphasizing the recognition of spouses’ sacrifices and noting that similar plates exist in other states. No opposition was offered.
The committee then heard House Bill 3029, sponsored by Representative Schulte, which would require disclosures and prohibit compensation for referrals in the business of advising or assisting with veterans’ benefits, with penalties for violations. Supporters, including a Missouri veterans service officer, argued the bill was needed to stop unaccredited “claim shark” companies from charging veterans for initial claims and using misleading social media advertising. Opponents, including a representative of Veterans Guardian and a VA-accredited attorney, argued the bill would restrict lawful private-sector assistance, reduce veterans’ choice, and should be narrowed to target bad actors while exempting accredited attorneys and referral arrangements. The hearing also included a presentation on the Missouri Veterans Recognition Program, which provides medals and certificates for veterans of major conflicts, and a presentation on MU Extension’s Veteran REEDS program, which uses literature and discussion to support veterans and first responders through community-based resilience work.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- The Missouri Army plates have a beautiful decor. Veterans spouse plates need decor also.
- Our co-founders are both Army veterans, retired lieutenant colonels.
- I knew he was in Patton's Army, but I didn't know a lot of the backstory.
- and Army.
- Like I said, I was combat aviation Army. It's been declassified.
Committee:
House Veterans and Armed Forces
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- This is a sales tax exemption for the Salvation Army. Representative...
- RS 3302 is a sales tax exemption for the Salvation Army.
- So we just need to work on this over the summer with the Salvation Army. They have...
- With the Salvation Army, they're one of the oldest groups of their kind in the world.
Committee:
House Revenue and Taxation
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Feb 12th, 2026
Washington Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- High School in Mililani, Hawaii, and whereas Tara Marissa Gooding served our country honorably in the Army
- High School in Mililani, Hawaii, and whereas Tara Marissa Gooding served our country honorably in the Army
- Whereas Tara Marissa Gooding served our country honorably in the Army National Guard from October 22,
- As you heard, she served in the Army National Guard for eight years and served as a member of our State
Summary:
The Senate convened with all members present, received the journal without objection, and took up messages from the House and first-reading referrals. It then considered Senate Resolution 8672 honoring Washington State Patrol Trooper Tara Marissa Guting, who was killed in the line of duty. Several senators spoke in support, reflecting on her service, the risks faced by troopers, and the importance of motorists slowing down and moving over for emergency vehicles. The resolution was adopted by voice vote, and the Senate observed a moment of silence and welcomed members of Trooper Guting’s family and the State Patrol.
The chamber then moved to gubernatorial appointments. Kerry Heaton was confirmed as a member of the Peninsula College Board of Trustees by a roll call vote of 47-aye, 2 absent. Rebecca A. Chan was confirmed as a member of the Shoreline Community College Board of Trustees by a roll call vote of 49-aye, 0-nay. Bethany J. Martinez was confirmed as a member of the Big Bend Community College Board of Trustees by a roll call vote of 49-aye, 0-nay. Senators speaking in support highlighted each appointee’s community involvement, professional background, and education-related experience.
After the confirmations, the Senate agreed to stand at ease for caucus and lunch until 1 p.m. No other substantive legislative action was taken in the portion provided.