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TX
Texas 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 20th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I know about that was done by HCVAP, HVAP, Black CVAP, and Black VAP, which is a little bit different
- It is now 50.71% Black CVAP.
- In 2021, it was 38.99% Black CVAP, and so previously, Black voters And that district did not hold a majority
- If you are Black, it takes two million.
- There was no black CVAP in 2021. Now it is a black CVAP in 2025. So everybody has the information.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Governmental Oversight and Accountability Dec 9th, 2025
Governmental Oversight and Accountability
Transcript Highlights:
- It's happening more and more. calling blacks go around for fun to go target white people.
- Black women, and he literally said those words.
- It makes me feel disgusting inside, and I'm not a Black woman.
- It makes me feel disgusting inside, and I'm not a black woman.
- Well, how do you call Black people moronic?
Summary:
The Committee on Governmental Oversight and Accountability heard three bills and reported all three favorably. First, the committee took up Senator Gates’ employee protection bill, which was amended with a delete-all to create whistleblower protections for people who file ethics complaints based on personal knowledge. Gates and the Florida Commission on Ethics said the measure would reduce retaliation against insiders who report misconduct, while the commission said it supported the proposal and expected low implementation costs. The committee adopted the amendment and then passed the bill as amended.
The committee next considered Senator McClain’s bill to reclassify certain district assistant regional counsel supervisor positions in the Florida Retirement System to the senior management class. Supporters said the change would align those positions with comparable attorneys in public defender and state attorney offices and help with recruitment and retention. A late-file technical amendment aligning class codes with statute was adopted, and the committee then reported the bill favorably.
The final bill, Senator Martin’s SB 194, would designate October 14 each year as Charlie Kirk Day of Remembrance in Florida. Martin argued the day would honor Kirk’s advocacy for free speech, civic engagement, and debate, and said it would not create a state holiday or require closures. The bill drew strong opposition from Senator Polsky and Senator Bracy Davis, who cited Kirk’s public statements on race, women, guns, and systemic discrimination and argued he was divisive and unworthy of a state honor. Supporters, including representatives from the Venezuelan American Republican Club and the Christian Family Coalition, backed the measure. After debate, the committee voted to report the bill favorably. The meeting then adjourned.
MD
Transcript Highlights:
- As such, vagrancy laws were widely used as a means to apprehend free Black Americans, including Black
- </c><01:16:20.880><c> female</c> is one of my favorite black female is one of my favorite black female
- We celebrate Black history not only to remember the contributions and the achievements of Black people
- </c><01:19:46.159><c> History</c> Black History Month happy Black History Black History Month happy Black
- </c> And three, commit to protecting black And three, commit to protecting black history.<01:20:13.840
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, March 24, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Black. Mr.
- Black women have always black women.
- </c> Black women are under attack. Black women are under attack.
- </c> and not pregnant black women. and not pregnant black women.
- </c><08:12:13.120><c> didn't</c> mostly black and black and brown didn't mostly black and black and brown
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- teachers who communicate with black children?
- Are you saying that white teachers can't communicate effectively with black children?
- I'm just saying it's obvious that a young... a black child is going to very likely need to see a black
- Situated in a position with a Black educator, and I don't believe that that is true.
- Many peer-reviewed studies show that Black educators actually improve academic outcomes for Black students
Committee:
House Public Education
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- But let me remind you, Black history is resilient.
- We celebrate Black history when we support Black and entrepreneurs.
- Tubman, Malcolm X, and the Black pioneers here in New Mexico. truth, and the Black pioneers here in
- Let us ensure that Black voices, Black stories, and Black excellence continue to shine.
- We honor Black history today, tomorrow, and every day because Black history is American history, and
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-03-10 (11:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And since Black history, since that would be a part of Black history, and since that's recognized under
- And since Black history, since that would be a part of Black history, and since that's recognized under
- Representative Black. Representative Black: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members, the bill is not vague.
- Representative Black. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Black. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
- Representative Black. Representative Black. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Summary:
The House opened with prayer, a moment of silence for Army Sergeant Benjamin Pennington, the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognition of guests including law enforcement officers and several student visitors. The chamber then adopted the special order report and moved to the special order calendar, with members also approving the journal and establishing a quorum. Later in the day, the House paused for several introductions and farewell remarks, including extended closing speeches from Representatives Eskamani and Overdorf reflecting on their service, staff, constituents, and policy priorities.
The House passed several bills, often after brief explanations and amendments. CS/SB 590 on the statute of limitations for failures to report child abuse was clarified to apply prospectively and passed 111-0. SB 418 on law enforcement interactions with individuals with autism spectrum disorder was amended to include House language and passed 111-0. CS/CS/SB 1668 on the Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Association (NICA) passed 112-0 after an amendment merging House and Senate provisions, and CS/SB 1246 on the linking industry to nursing education fund passed 112-0 after amendments expanding eligible contributions and program support.
Additional bills approved included CS/CS/SB 1404 on memory care standards, CS/CS/SB 1030 on recovery residences, CS/CS/SB 422 on automatic dependent surveillance broadcasts for aviation safety, CS/CS/SB 598 on funeral, cemetery, and consumer services, and CS/CS/SB 178 on athletics in public K-12 schools, which would allow school coaches to use limited personal funds to support student-athletes with items such as food, transportation, and rehabilitation services, with parental consent added by amendment. Most of these measures passed unanimously or near-unanimously, with SB 422 passing 108-2.
The House also heard debate on CS/CS/SB 1134, a bill restricting counties and municipalities from taking official actions related to DEI and limiting the use of public funds for DEI-related activities and contracts. Members questioned how the bill would affect local government practices, observances, and staff functions, and the sponsor explained several exceptions and enforcement provisions.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Task Force May 5th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Task Force
Transcript Highlights:
- Chairman Black here. Mr. Hummer here. Chairman Black. Vice Chair Schroar. Senator Schroar.
- If that's the case, then I would take nominations for chair, and I recognize Senator Black.
- Thank you, Representative Black.
- Representative Black has worked with, had discussions with Senator McClure.
- Representative Black has worked with, had discussions with Senator Nicola.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Task Force May 5th, 2026
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Task Force
Transcript Highlights:
- Chairman Black here. Mr. Hummer here. Chairman Black. Vice Chair Schroar. Senator Schroar.
- If that's the case, then I would take nominations for chair, and I recognize Senator Black.
- Thank you, Representative Black.
- Representative Black has worked with, had discussions with Senator McClure.
- Representative Black has worked with, had discussions with Senator Nicola.
Summary:
The Task Force on Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment met to open the meeting, confirm electronic participation, and establish a quorum. The chair reviewed the task force’s prior work and the cumulative goals from its annual reports, including sustaining SUD funding, recognizing recovery support providers, improving emergency transportation for Medicaid, establishing a mental health course, and continuing funding through opioid and marijuana tax revenues. The chair also outlined the process used to compile the annual reports and suggested that the task force seek department feedback on progress toward those goals and set the agenda for summer hearings.
The main business was election of officers. Senator Nicola was nominated for chair, with Representative Taylor also nominated. After roll call, Senator Nicola was elected chair for the remainder of the year by a 6-4 vote. Representative Taylor was then nominated for vice chair, nominations were closed, and he was elected by acclamation. Representative Taylor said he would work with staff to schedule summer hearings, gather department input, and meet with the governor’s office to align on priorities.
Several members offered closing comments thanking participants and staff for their work, especially the policy team and those who helped compile the reports and data. Members noted that more work remains on substance use issues in Missouri and suggested increasing public notice for future meetings so people on the ground can participate. The meeting then adjourned.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Revenue and Taxation Committee Jun 8th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- My district, South Central Los Angeles, is home to one of the largest Black populations in California
- It has long been a center of Black culture, Black history, Black politics, Black community, and Black
- Of Black residents whose artistic and civic contributions have helped shape Los Angeles and the state
- Cultural District to formally acknowledge the profound contributions of Black Angelenos to the city
- This is one of the first state-designated and recognized Black cultural districts in California.
Summary:
The Assembly Revenue and Taxation Committee heard several bills, mostly related to Proposition 19, voluntary tax checkoffs, and local tax authority. SB 288 would clarify that the one-year residency and exemption deadline for inherited homes held in probate begins when legal ownership is established; it received support from the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association and others, no opposition, and was referred to suspense. SB 974 would explicitly include special needs trusts in Prop. 19-related inheritance rules; it had support from the Riverside County Board of Supervisors and Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association and passed 5-0 to Appropriations as amended.
The committee also heard SB 575, which would restore the Sea Otter Voluntary Contribution Fund for voluntary tax return donations to sea otter conservation. Supporters cited sea otter recovery, research, and habitat protection needs; there was no opposition, and the bill passed 5-0 to Appropriations. SB 999 would delay the Franchise Tax Board’s annual report on the health care individual mandate from March 1 to June 1 to allow more complete data; Health Access California supported it, and it passed 5-1 to Appropriations.
SB 762 would authorize certain cities and counties, including Hercules, Santa Cruz, and Santa Barbara, to seek voter approval for local transaction and use taxes to address budget pressures, public safety, infrastructure, and safety-net service cuts. Local officials, labor groups, and health advocates supported it, while the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association opposed it; the committee adopted the urgency clause and then passed the bill to Local Government with urgency, with some no votes. SB 1073 would create a voluntary tax contribution fund to support the Historic South Los Angeles Black Cultural District; arts advocates and community supporters backed it, and the bill passed unanimously to the Arts, Entertainment, Sports, and Tourism Committee as amended.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
February 12, 2026 - 09:15 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- Tamara: Representative Black? Representative Black: Yes. Tamara: Chamberlain?
- Clerk: Representative Black? Representative Black: Yes. Clerk: Campbell?
- Clerk: Representative Black? Representative Black: Yes. Clerk: Campbell?
- Representative Black. Representative Black: Yes. Representative Campbell: Yes.
- Black says we rise.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Select Committee on Racism, Hate, and Xenophobia Mar 20th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- A Black female victim was driving and… A Black female victim was driving and stopped at a left-turn lane
- A Black female victim was driving and… A Black female victim was driving and stopped at a left-turn lane
- So if you think about it, when someone says Black man or Black men, you don't know what that is.
- So if you think about, someone says black man or black men, you don't know what that is.
- Someone says “Black man” or “Black one.” You don’t know what that is.
Summary:
The Select Committee on Racism, Hate, and Xenophobia met to hear from Los Angeles County officials and community advocates about rising hate, discrimination, and xenophobia, with opening remarks emphasizing the need for stronger anti-hate infrastructure, community-based reporting, and state support. Assemblymember Lowenthal noted the broader economic and social impacts of discrimination, and the committee framed the hearing around understanding local conditions and identifying legislative responses.
Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission Executive Director Robin Toma presented county hate-crime data showing record-high levels in 2024, with racial/ethnic hate crimes remaining the largest category and anti-Black hate crimes the most common. He also highlighted high levels of anti-Latino, anti-Jewish, anti-Muslim, anti-LGBTQ, and anti-transgender hate, the role of underreporting, and the county’s L.A. vs. Hate system for reporting and victim support. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said it uses hate-crime and hate-incident data to guide proactive patrols, community outreach, and training, and discussed the need to build trust amid immigration enforcement fears that discourage reporting.
Community organizations described how current political rhetoric and federal immigration enforcement are intensifying fear and underreporting. LULAC called for multilingual, culturally competent reporting systems, prevention education, and stronger support for grassroots organizations. The Jewish Federation of Los Angeles described severe anti-Semitism, increased security costs, and the need for safe worship protections, security grants, and Holocaust education. The NAACP emphasized the continuing impact of anti-Black racism and the need for cross-community solidarity, while the Los Angeles LGBT Center highlighted rising anti-trans violence and urged funding for gender-affirming care, LGBTQ centers, and reauthorization of California vs. Hate. CHIRLA and CAIR California both described heightened fear among immigrants and Muslims, workplace discrimination, and the need for stronger civil-rights protections, data collection, and community-based reporting.
No formal votes were taken. The discussion focused on policy ideas and funding priorities, including improved law-enforcement training, alternative sentencing or diversion for hate offenders, protections for houses of worship, and continued or expanded funding for California vs. Hate, Stop Hate, and related programs. Committee members and witnesses repeatedly stressed that hate is underreported, that words and leadership rhetoric matter, and that California should continue investing in prevention, response, and healing.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, February 12, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Not just black black excellence.
- The topic is Black history, stolen legacies. Black history, stolen legacies.
- </c> black history.
- The topic is black black history.
- </c> history in Black History Month. history in Black History Month.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on the Judiciary Apr 7th, 2026
Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- It took him into an undisclosed location in a blacked-out car.
- We put together the Black Alumni Network. Thank you.
- Class of '74, we put together the Black Alumni Network long before DEI became an issue.
- , particularly Black men and young boys to look up to and to inspire to be, you know.
- You're now called Susan Mayes Rothstein from the BC Law School Black Alumni Network. Oh.
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Keywords:
homelessness, homeless, unsheltered, unhoused, shelter rights, anti-camping, anti-loitering, public space, public land, encampment, sleeping in public, life-sustaining activities, right to rest, right to sleep, vehicle dwelling, RV living, tiny home, civil rights, municipal liability, affirmative defense
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Ellen Story Commission on Postpartum Depression Apr 2nd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And we've been able to do such great work in the Black and Latino Caucus.
- There are two Latino men and two Black women.
- And there's Black Mama's Matter Week coming up, April 11 to the 17th, focusing on Black women and maternal
- And there's the Black Mama's Matter week that is coming up, April 11 to the 17th, focusing on black women
- Also, Black Maternal Health Week is April 13th through the 17th.
Summary:
The meeting was an organizational and planning session of the Ellen Story Commission on Postpartum Depression. After roll call and housekeeping, the co-chairs thanked Senator Liz Miranda for her service and announced Senator Adam Gomez as the new Senate co-chair. Senator Miranda explained her transition off the leadership role due to other responsibilities and personal losses, while Senator Gomez said he was honored to join, would listen and learn, and would bring a Western Massachusetts perspective to the statewide commission.
Members discussed current maternal health developments, including a new Department of Public Health regulation implementing the 2024 midwifery law and allowing temporary licenses for licensed certified professional midwives. The commission also reviewed open seats and possible future appointees, with an emphasis on adding regional, clinical, and lived-experience diversity. Several commissioners raised concerns about birthing hospital and inpatient obstetric unit closures, workforce shortages in OB-GYN and midwifery, reimbursement changes, and the need to expand training slots and funding for perinatal care.
A major theme was how the commission should focus its work in the coming year. Members suggested more attention to parent-child relational health, pediatric screening for postpartum mood disorders, coordination across OB-GYN, pediatrics, infant mental health, and home visiting systems, and stronger involvement from clinicians and organizations such as PSI of Massachusetts. The Division of Public Health and the Division of Insurance shared updates on community midwifery reimbursement, a payer learning community, insurance coverage for mental health examinations, and the need for better education about birthing centers and doulas. Commissioners also discussed substance use and maternal mental health supports, noting that current funding for community-based organizations is limited compared with demand.
The group reviewed upcoming maternal health events in April, including Black Maternal Health Week activities, and agreed there was not enough time to plan a new commission event for May. Instead, members favored using the commission’s communication channels to share relevant events and information. The commission approved a motion to create a biweekly digest for information sharing, with urgent items still able to be sent directly to commissioners, and then adjourned.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Congressional Redistricting, Select Jul 28th, 2025
Congressional Redistricting, Select
Transcript Highlights:
- and brown, and with... it's now 38% black and brown.
- A Black, dyed-in-the-wool Republican.
- Black, brown, and Asians have endured voter suppression.
- You know, try being a black woman.
- Black, brown, and communities of color.
Committee:
House Congressional Redistricting, Select
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Aug 13th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- House Resolution 112 by Assembly Member McKinnor, relative to Black Music Month.
- Black Music Month is American music.
- Black musicians have continued to redefine what is possible.
- I'm black and I'm proud. What's going on?
- got served as a love letter to his mother and to black mothers everywhere.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Ellen Story Commission on Postpartum Depression Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Transcript Highlights:
- There are two Latino men and two Black women.
- And there's the Black Mama's Matter Week that is coming up, April 11 to the 17th, focusing on Black women
- Black Maternal Health Week is April 13th through the 17th.
- Black Maternal Health Conference, April 10th through April 11th.
- Also, Black Maternal Health Week is April 13th through the 17th.
Summary:
The commission met to reopen its work for the year, with roll call and attendance confirmations followed by remarks from the co-chairs and members. Senator Liz Miranda stepped down as co-chair, citing multiple responsibilities and personal losses, and Senator Adam Gomez was welcomed as the new Senate co-chair. Gomez said he would listen and learn from commissioners and advocates, and both outgoing and incoming leaders emphasized continuing the commission’s work on maternal health, postpartum depression, and equity.
Members discussed several current policy and implementation issues. The Department of Public Health reported a new regulation to implement the 2024 midwifery access law, including temporary licenses for licensed certified professional midwives. Commissioners also raised concerns about birthing hospital and inpatient obstetric unit closures, OB-GYN workforce shortages, reimbursement changes, and the need to expand midwifery, doula, and birth center capacity. Other topics included substance use and perinatal mental health supports, the limited $220,000 appropriation for community-based perinatal mental health organizations, and the need for stronger funding in the budget to implement the maternal health law.
The commission also focused on future priorities and information sharing. Members suggested more presentations from clinicians, regulators, infant and early childhood mental health experts, and PSI of Massachusetts; greater attention to parent-child relational health and postpartum screening in pediatric settings; and possible commission action such as a letter to the governor on workforce and access issues. The group agreed that there was not enough time to plan a May event and instead would use the commission to publicize related events, including Black Maternal Health Week activities. Commissioners voted to create a biweekly digest for sharing updates, with urgent items to be sent by email, and then adjourned the meeting.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Governmental Oversight and Accountability Dec 9th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- If I see a Black pilot, I’m going to be like, boy, I hope he’s qualified. December 8th, 2022.
- “Calling Blacks go around for fun to go target white people. That’s a fact.
- I work with so many brilliant Black women.
- It makes me feel disgusting inside, and I'm not a Black woman.
- Well, how do you How do you call Black people moronic?
Summary:
The Committee on Governmental Oversight and Accountability took up three bills. First, it heard Senator Gates’s employee protection bill, which would create whistleblower-style protections for people who file ethics complaints based on personal knowledge, allowing the Ethics Commission to investigate retaliation and, if probable cause is found, letting the complainant seek administrative or civil relief. The Commission on Ethics supported the measure, saying it had long recommended such protections and that implementation costs would be low. The committee adopted the delete-all amendment and then reported the committee substitute for Senate Bill 92 favorably.
Next, the committee considered Senate Bill 60 by Senator McLean, which reclassifies certain district assistant regional counsel supervisor positions in the Florida Retirement System to the senior management class, aligning them more closely with comparable attorney positions in public defender and state attorney offices. A late-file technical amendment aligning class codes with Florida statutes was adopted, and the bill was reported favorably. A representative from the regional council spoke in support.
Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 194 by Senator Martin, which would designate October 14 as Charlie Kirk Day of Remembrance. The sponsor argued the day would honor Kirk’s advocacy for free speech, debate, and civic engagement, and said it would not create a state holiday or require closures. The bill drew strong opposition from Senator Polsky and Senator Bracy Davis, who cited Kirk’s public comments on race, women, gun violence, and systemic discrimination and argued he was not a unifying figure worthy of state honor. Julie Keefe also spoke against the bill, while representatives from the Venezuelan American Republican Club and the Christian Family Coalition spoke in support. Despite the debate, the committee voted to report Senate Bill 194 favorably.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- For many Black students, well, for many students, but especially Black students, trust matters.
- If a Black student cannot find someone who understands their actual culture, their community, or the
- Lachay Sharp Collins and I'm here on behalf of the Legislative Black Caucus and I'm proud to actually
- For many black students, well, for many students, but especially black students, trust matters. and when
- a student experience is just but especially black students, trust matters.
Committee:
House Education