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LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Transportation, Highways and Public Works May 18th, 2026

Transportation, Highways & Public Works

Transcript Highlights:
  • Well, I support it and am acutely aware of the— Yes, well, I support it and am acutely aware of some
  • Chairman, Senator Foil, let me ask you, because I had a lot of calls on the original part of the bill
  • He was blocked out of it.
  • Public Safety and Corrections, Office of Representative Adams, urges and requests the Department of
  • roundabouts, and a lot of people, and none of them know how to use the roundabout.
Bills: HCR96 , SB431
Summary: The House Transportation Committee met on May 18, 2026, with a quorum present and took up Senate Bill 431 by Senator Foil. The bill, as amended in the House, would apply only to non-consensual private-property tows and require towing companies to have someone available on weekends to release vehicles within 90 minutes of a call if they want to charge storage fees for Saturday and Sunday. Senator Foil said the measure was intended to help vehicle owners retrieve cars and belongings sooner, while not forcing companies to stay open; Lieutenant John Nelson of Louisiana State Police explained that payment would still occur at the yard and that the bill did not change the fee structure. Amy Seals of Riverside Towing opposed the bill, citing safety concerns, burdens on office staff, and fairness issues because it would not cover police-initiated tows; she suggested limiting weekend release hours to daytime. Despite her concerns, the committee moved SB 431 favorably without objection. The committee then considered House Concurrent Resolution 96 by Representative Adams, which urges the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Office of Motor Vehicles, to provide educational materials on proper roundabout use. Adams said the resolution was meant to help drivers in smaller parishes and elsewhere who struggle with roundabouts. Several members supported the idea, noting confusion about roundabout navigation in their areas, and one member asked whether driver education already covers the topic. The resolution was moved favorably without objection. Before adjourning, the chair recognized a new DOTD staff member and a visitor from the Florida Women’s Republican group. Representative Spells then moved to adjourn, and the committee adjourned without objection.
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Agriculture and Forestry Committee Apr 9th, 2025

Agriculture and Forestry

Transcript Highlights:
  • Please vote in favor of and our way of life. Please vote in favor of private property rights.
  • bounty of wild game for all of its citizens.
  • Need I remind any of you—some of this you've heard already—of the risk of chronic wasting disease?
  • We're going to risk a heck of a lot for the sportsmen of the state and for all of the of the state and
  • It's caused by the prions and all these old states that require 100% of the deer that are killed to be
Bills: HB509
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Health Committee Jan 28th, 2026

Health

Transcript Highlights:
  • action against the virus, the inflammation it causes, and the blood clotting that it causes.
  • action against the virus, the inflammation it causes, and the blood clotting that it causes.
  • action against the virus, the inflammation it causes, and the blood clotting that it causes.
  • We saw that right after COVID with a lot of calls to poison control because of the bad use of it.
  • And of course purpose of expressing.
Bills: HB161 , HB146 , HB289 , HB290 , HB31 , HB146 , HB289 , HB290 , HB31
Committee: House Health
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

EDU Public Hearing 02-04-2026

Education

Transcript Highlights:
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  • Usually with P3s, because it's private financing, the private financiers are looking at some sort of
  • Um, but then, you know, you run into this issue of privatization.
  • ><c> of</c> downfall has been because of the lack of downfall has been because of the lack of whatever
  • >> So, bus drivers are not ours, but you're just looking at the number of drivers, the private contracted
Committee: Senate Education
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Technology and Telecommunications REVISED Feb 19th, 2026 at 10:00 am

Technology and Telecommunications

Transcript Highlights:
  • So with your answer you're telling us that there's no such thing as a private right of action if there's
  • right of action comes in and you're not protected by the other Provisions of the act.
  • And if it's beyond a reasonable standard, then at that point, civil right to action, private right to
  • of the previous action has led to?
  • So if our minor child gets a hold of it and causes himself some type of harm, then obviously we're liable
Bills: SB1670 , SB1716 , SB1521
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Technology and Telecommunications REVISED Feb 19th, 2026

Technology and Telecommunications

Transcript Highlights:
  • if we did not use reasonable standards, but we just want to say that there's no private right of action
  • if we did not use reasonable standards, but we just want to say that there's no private right of action
  • So with your answer, you're telling us that there's no such thing as a private right of action if there's
  • With your answer, you're telling us that there's no such thing as a private right of action if there's
  • what the outcome of the previous action has led to?
Bills: SB1670 , SB1716 , SB1521
Summary: The Senate Technology and Telecommunications Committee considered three Senate bills. SB 1670, by Senator Reinhart, would require the State Regents to update Oklahoma university technology transfer guidance, create a tiered ownership framework, and revisit the guidance every seven years. Members questioned the seven-year review period, the scope of terms like aerospace and autonomous technologies, and how broadly the new tiered system would apply. The bill was presented as a way to modernize an outdated 1989 framework and help turn university research into companies, jobs, and economic impact. It passed 8-0. SB 1716, by Senator Howard, amended the Security Breach Notification Act to replace references to a “cybersecurity event” with “breach of the security of a system” and to clarify that there is no private right of action for ordinary negligence when a business reports breaches to the Attorney General. Howard explained that the Attorney General would retain exclusive enforcement authority for reasonable-standards violations, while private lawsuits would remain available only for more egregious conduct such as willful, wanton conduct or gross negligence. Members asked about the negligence standard, HIPAA-related breaches, and staffing needs for the Attorney General’s office. The amendment was adopted, and the bill passed 8-0. SB 1521, by Senator Hamilton, would prohibit minors from accessing artificial intelligence companions and set age-verification and re-verification requirements, including use of government-issued identification and periodic re-verification. Hamilton said the bill was aimed at protecting children from harmful interactions with AI companions and was narrowly drafted to avoid sweeping in other AI tools like customer-service bots. Members raised concerns about the reasonableness and consistency of age verification, account creation requirements, and how the bill would interact with existing statutes on sexually explicit conduct. The chair spoke in support of the measure, and the bill passed 8-0. The committee then adjourned.
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on the Judiciary Apr 7th, 2026

Joint Committee on the Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • This bill, section a Senate number 29776, would create a state cause of action for violations of the
  • I appreciate that it's crafted in such a way that it's for private rights of action in state courts for
  • If you create a state cause of action, most likely it would be enforced in federal court.
  • And while the Federal Tort Claims Act is a critical tool, it does not provide causes of action for most
  • And finally, the Westfall Act, which effectively preempts most state law civil causes of action against
Bills: H4783 , H4826 , H4876 , H5111 , H5116 , H5244 , S2975 , S2976
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Criminal Justice Jan 12th, 2026

Criminal Justice

Transcript Highlights:
  • Can you give a little bit of background of why that's happening?
  • age or older who causes or entices a minor to commit, or in the presence of a minor commits, a violation
  • By addressing the cycle of abuse early on, children can be shielded from additional trauma caused by
  • Some of the...
  • Some of the things that I'm looking at—adopt a style of dress of a criminal gang.
Bills: S0050 , S0052 , S0432 , S0436 , S0524 , S0536 , S0590 , S0676
Summary: The committee met with a quorum and considered several criminal justice bills. SB 50 on Veterans Treatment Courts was amended to clarify that entry into the program requires approval of the state attorney and to make the bill prospective only. Supporters, including veterans advocates and crime survivors, argued the bill would expand access to treatment-focused diversion for veterans with nonviolent charges and service-related trauma. The committee adopted both amendments and reported the bill favorably. SB 52, which creates an exemption from security licensing requirements for unpaid armed volunteers providing security at places of worship, also drew support from law enforcement and faith leaders who said it would clarify a legal gray area for churches; the committee adopted a strike-all amendment and reported the bill favorably. The committee then considered SB 436 on felony battery and prison release reoffender enhancements. An amendment was adopted to align felony battery involving injury to law enforcement with the bill’s intent to address the disparity between battery on an officer and resisting with violence. Members discussed concerns about mandatory minimums and the scope of the enhancement, including how it might apply in cases involving older prior offenses or mental health crises, but the bill was ultimately reported favorably. SB 676, which creates graduated penalties for adults who involve minors in animal cruelty offenses and increases penalties for related conduct, was supported by animal welfare advocates and reported favorably and unanimously. Later, the committee approved SB 536 on criminal gang members after adopting an amendment clarifying the definition of gang-related conduct and requiring multiple criteria for gang membership. Members raised concerns about social media, neighborhood association, juvenile application, and overbroad labeling, but the sponsor said the bill was aimed at gang-related criminal activity and recruitment, not innocent association. The committee also reported favorably SB 432 on controlled substances, which adds concentrated 7-OH to Schedule I and creates penalties for xylazine products that resemble candy or food and for trafficking in xylazine; SB 524, an FDLE bill updating duties related to medical examiners, training, and complaint service procedures; and SB 590, which tolls the statute of limitations for failure-to-report child abuse offenses until the crime is known to law enforcement. All of these bills were reported favorably, and the meeting adjourned after a final vote correction was entered for SB 524.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The private schools. Yeah, in the committee substitute. Yeah, where is it?
  • The Chief Administrative Officer of a private school shall notify. Yeah, yeah, I appreciate that.
  • The bill relates to the protection from adverse action against public schools and institutions of higher
  • Members, the bill relates to the transfer of certain public school students who are children of peace
  • Members, this bill restricts remote work by employees of public institutions of higher education.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Border Security (Part II) Apr 3rd, 2025

Border Security

Transcript Highlights:
  • And then it designates the the level of punishment of the offense.
  • those sorts of things.
  • of that firearm to establish the web of business relationships.
  • So that's a lot of that.
  • One of the biggest exporters of weapons to Mexico was the United States.
Bills: SB36 , SB2202 , SB 36
Summary: The Senate Committee on Border Security heard Senator Birdwell present SB 2202, which would create a state offense for knowingly transferring a firearm for profit or other remuneration to a member of a foreign terrorist organization. Birdwell argued the bill responds to cartel violence and southbound gun trafficking, and he explained a committee substitute that removed an exemption for federally licensed gun dealers and removed a requirement that DPS coordinate with Mexican law enforcement. He said the goal was to give Texas a state-level tool if federal enforcement is lacking. Invited testimony came from DPS Colonel Freeman Martin and border prosecution unit chair Tanya Ash. Both said the bill could be useful in some organized-crime and cartel cases, but they emphasized that proving a defendant knowingly transferred a gun to a foreign terrorist organization would be difficult and would usually require strong direct or circumstantial evidence, such as recorded statements, informants, or coordinated investigations. They said the measure would be more workable in complex cartel cases than in routine patrol stops, and they noted existing state and federal tools already address straw purchases, firearms trafficking, and related offenses. Members also discussed tracing seized firearms, cooperation with ATF, and the limits of state jurisdiction over international issues. No public testimony was offered, and SB 2202 was left pending. The committee then took up SB 36 as pending business. A committee substitute was adopted without objection, and the substitute bill was reported favorably to the full Senate by a 4-0 vote, with Senators Birdwell, Flores, Hinojosa of Hidalgo, Eckhardt, and Hinojosa of Nueces participating. The committee also accepted a motion in writing and ordered the bill recommended for local and uncontested calendar placement. The chair then announced the committee would recess subject to call.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • But the function of Homeland Security, as it evolved out of 9/11, had to do with the totality of protecting
  • And of course, we have the Rangers here. But, it's kind of similar to that.
  • In the event that there is some level of wind down of the immigration aspects of Operation Lone Star.
  • reports of private militias operating on the border and private militia groups in Texas generally.
  • We, of course, take DPS seriously. Any private sector entity that we contract with...
Bills: SB36 , SB2202 , SB 36
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 20th, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • That concludes the explanation of HJr1086. Will there be questions of the author?
  • Of House Bill 301, will there be questions of the author?
  • That concludes the explanation of House Bill 3002. Will there be questions of the author?
  • That concludes the explanation of House Bill 3003. Will there be questions of the author?
  • That concludes the explanation of House Bill 3004. Will there be questions of the author?
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 20th, 2026

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I salute the flag of the state of Oklahoma, the symbols of each United States. Madam Leader.
  • of the great state of Oklahoma, does hereby extend sincere... ...behalf of the citizens of the great
  • That concludes explanation of House Bill 4248. Will there be questions of the author?
  • That concludes the explanation of H.J.R. 1086. Will there be questions of the author?
  • That concludes explanation of House Bill 3002. Will there be questions of the author?
Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and pledges, and recognized several visiting groups and honorees, including students from Wesleyan Christian School, Claremore Day participants, and a tribute to Dr. J. Craig for his Marine Corps service, chiropractic career, and aid to first responders after the Oklahoma City bombing. The chamber also welcomed a Cricket Oak High School AFJROTC unit and the Lincoln Christian wrestling team, both recognized for recent achievements. The Senate then adopted Senate Resolution 43 commemorating the 31st anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing and honoring victims, survivors, and first responders. The Senate took up House Bill 1933, first rescinding prior action and then adopting a floor amendment to correct a drafting error and shift a penalty provision; the bill then passed 47-0. House Bill 4248, which would require purchasers of hemp beverages to be 21 and treat them similarly to beer for age purposes, passed 45-0 after brief discussion about whether it had medical implications. The Senate also adopted House amendments to Senate Bill 1847, described as a compassion bill that would have saved the state money, and passed it 35-11 before later approving it as an emergency measure with 43 ayes. The chamber next adopted House amendments to Senate Bill 1778, a major literacy bill adding early intervention, teacher training, and optional early ELA testing for second graders, along with good-cause exemptions; it passed 43-2 and then as an emergency measure. The Senate also passed House Joint Resolution 1086, approving rules from several agencies, by 42-4. Finally, the Senate advanced and passed a series of sunset-extension bills for boards and councils, including the Child Death Review Board, county government training commission, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Board of Examiners in Optometry, Oklahoma Climatological Survey, several environmental advisory councils, and the Board of Tests for Alcohol and Drug Influence, with most later receiving emergency passage. The Senate concluded with announcements of upcoming committee meetings and adjourned until April 25, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Commerce and Economic Development Oversight Apr 14th, 2026 at 03:00 pm

Commerce & Economic Development Oversight

Transcript Highlights:
  • of 12 times.
  • With 10 aye, 4 nay, we will declare your bill out of committee. Bill out of committee.
  • This is part of the agreed-upon bundle of bills involving prescription drugs this session.
  • This is part of the agreed-upon bundle of bills involving prescription drugs this session.
  • of Tesla.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Session Jul 24th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Bill 7 by Middleton and Kolkhorst, relating to the designation and use of certain spaces and facilities
  • The agency regarding certain employees of the agency to State Affairs. Senate Bill 15 by.
Bills: SB7 , SB13 , SB14 , SB15 , SB7 , SB13 , SB14 , SB15 , SB7 , SB13 , SB14 , SB15
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Urban and Rural Development Committee Feb 12th, 2025

Urban and Rural Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'll be with you guys the rest of this session.
  • of concerned about that.
  • I'm still kind of okay with it.
  • It affects those pieces of that water.
  • It also adds a structure in case of a disaster to a great deal.
Bills: HB68 , HB140 , HB168
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence Apr 22nd, 2025

Criminal Jurisprudence

Transcript Highlights:
  • First of all, we've got a number of bills to vote on, members.
  • It would be the intent of the chair to just leave the bill pending for now instead of voting on it.
  • Last week, that dealt with the waiver of the preservation of evidence and a return of a seized weapon
  • a deposition taken of the testimony of certain elderly or disabled persons in a criminal case.
  • of the offense.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence Apr 22nd, 2025

Criminal Jurisprudence

Transcript Highlights:
  • And that is a direct cause of a lot of the wrongful convictions of people that are sitting in this room
  • We are in a position where we have to analyze the causes of wrongful convictions.
  • One of the things we do is try to identify the causes and rectify the causes of these wrongful convictions
  • is a fact of the action.
  • What is the purpose of this action? What is unduly broad? What is unduly burdensome?