Video & Transcript Research : 'reckless endangerment'
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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, April 9, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Families reckless cuts to government.
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policies, reckless policies, reckless policies, including<04:57:41.120>the< - <04:58:01.200>
Republican opposition to this reckless Republican opposition to this reckless - reckless reckless Republican Republican Republican budget.<05:00:48.958>
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Republican strongly oppose this reckless Republican strongly oppose this reckless
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Criminal Justice Mar 11th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- AND THIS CREATES CONSISTENCY SO THAT SOMEONE WHO WHO RECEIVES A DUI OR A -- NOT A DUI BUT I WENT RECKLESS
- DOWN TO A RECKLESS.
- WE CAN GET A YEAR FULL OF TREATMENT FOR ANY SORT OF PROBATION FOR AN INDIVIDUAL WHO HAS THAT SAME RECKLESS
- DRIVING CONVICTION BUT DID NOT USE ALCOHOL IN THE COMMISSION OF THE RECKLESS DRIVING.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- His reckless trade war has only increased costs.
- His reckless trade war has only increased costs.
- His reckless trade war has only increased costs.
- His reckless trade war has Congress.
- reckless policies. Vote no on this bill. reckless policies. Vote no on this bill.
NH
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee Feb 26th, 2025
Public Safety and Homeland Security
Transcript Highlights:
- of the road, at a high rate of speed, they're impaired, and they have a prior history of DUI and reckless
- I've tried a bunch of reckless murder cases. Guys, it is fact-specific right.
- Like Bill said, what you're dealing with is a difference between recklessness and negligence. ...recklessness
- intentionally don't like Miss Fiddler, and I decide I'm going to kill her and I shoot her, or with reckless
Keywords:
law enforcement, retirement benefits, Alabama Peace Officers, agency-issued badge, agency-issued pistol, resisting arrest, custody, public safety, Alabama law, traffic infractions, traffic ticket, disposition, criminal contempt, vessel registration, boating fees, state funds, regulatory changes, water safety, compliance, false information
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Intelligent speed assistance program established 2/23/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- January 14, 2019, a reckless driver killed my nephew, Henry Zitlo. Speed factored into the crash.
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14th, <00:07:21.759>2019, <00:07:22.400>a <00:07:22.639>reckless - January 14th, 2019, a reckless Council.
- January 14th, 2019, a reckless driver<00:07:23.360>
killed <00:07:23.680>my <00:07:23.840 - and reckless drivers. and reckless drivers.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Press Conference: Senate Republicans Respond to Governor’s Comments - 02/27/25
Transcript Highlights:
- We should be focusing on unity and understanding, not reckless comparisons that diminish historical atrocities
- and we are asking for the exact same treatment when the Democratic governor of Minnesota uses such reckless
- a time when anti-Semitism is on the rise, we should be focusing on unity and understanding, not reckless
- and we are asking for the exact same treatment when the Democratic governor of Minnesota uses such reckless
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FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 28, 2026 - 03:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- This legislature is currently strolling across the line between parent involvement and child endangerment
Summary:
The Pre-K through 12 Budget Subcommittee took up CS for House Bill 1071, a broad education package described by the sponsor as updating transparency, parental rights, student safety, early learning accountability, scholarship oversight, and instructional program rules. The committee adopted two amendments without objection: one clarifying that Title I funds may be used for STEM programs, and another removing a prior provision related to canine dogs on school grounds. Members then questioned the bill’s provisions on student records transfers, instructional materials adoption and removal, educational emergency authority for low-performing schools, health education and a fetal development video, student-led organizations, FHSAA board language, lab schools, and rulemaking authority. The sponsor repeatedly said the bill was intended to improve accountability, keep education dollars focused on students, and give districts flexibility, while also noting that some issues would be addressed through future rulemaking or later amendments.
Public testimony was overwhelmingly opposed. Many speakers argued the bill was an omnibus measure that bundled unrelated policies together, making it hard for families and educators to understand or meaningfully comment on it. Opponents also said it would increase school-law enforcement coordination, chill immigrant and mixed-status families’ participation, restrict DEI-related and student-led organizations, and impose controversial health and embryology content on students. Supporters, including the Christian Family Coalition and Florida Citizens Alliance, backed the fetal development video and the bill’s parental rights and funding restrictions, saying the content should be medically accurate and that schools should not fund political advocacy. Several speakers urged the committee to break the bill into separate measures.
In debate, some members praised the sponsor’s responsiveness but said they would vote no because of constituent concerns, especially around DEI, the fetal development video, and local control. Others supported the bill, emphasizing rulemaking, educational emergency flexibility, EpiPen access, early learning changes, and evidence-based math instruction. The sponsor closed by reiterating support for the bill as amended, saying the law enforcement provision had been removed, the embryology content would be opt-out with posted materials, state funds should not support political advocacy, and the bill would help with safety, accountability, and student outcomes. The committee then voted on the bill after debate, with the sponsor indicating support and members stating their positions during closing discussion.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Consumer and Public Affairs Jan 22nd, 2026 at 01:59 pm
House Consumer & Public Affairs
VT
Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session - 2026-02-20 - 11:30AM
Vermont Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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or <00:25:07.679>intentional negligence, recklessness or intentional - negligence, recklessness or intentional misconduct.<00:25:09.279>
And <00:25:09.520>we - administers an immunization, but they are not immune if they engage in gross negligent conduct or recklessness
- conduct<00:34:16.399>
or in gross negligent conduct or in gross negligent conduct or recklessness - recklessness or intentional misconduct. recklessness or intentional misconduct.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations and Budget REVISED- SB1074 -Strom- added Feb 17th, 2026 at 04:45 pm
Appropriations and Budget
Bills:
HB4421, HB4426, HB4432, HB4329, HB3551, HB3763, HB1411, HB2730, HB3465, HB3649, HB3650, HB3674, HB3941, HB3970, HB3979, HB3980, HB3981, SB1074
Keywords:
child welfare, fentanyl exposure, drug endangerment, environmental testing, safety analysis, remediation, child protection, Department of Human Services, violence prevention, HB4426, SIDE tax credit, strategic industrial development enhancement, income tax credit, economic development, tax incentive, qualified economic development expenditures, qualified initial infrastructure expenditures, industrial park, economic development zone, port authority
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, June 12, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Members considering voting for this own the reckless cut done by Elon Musk.
- pushing back against this reckless pushing back against this reckless Republican<04:10:04.720>
- Vote no against this reckless Republican rescissions package.
- c> against this reckless Republican against this reckless Republican recisions<04:16:35.199>
package - >
hold <04:54:59.760>bureaucrats reckless spending and hold bureaucrats reckless spending
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
November 5, 2025 - 01:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- That could be considered reckless. That could be considered manslaughter.
- Don't require all reckless, unintended deaths to serve life in prison similar to those pre-planned, intended
- That could be considered reckless. That could be considered manslaughter.
- Don't require all reckless unintended deaths to serve life in prison similar to those pre-planned intended
- legal definition of manslaughter is: It must be gross and flagrant, or a course of conduct showing reckless
Summary:
The Criminal Justice Subcommittee met to consider three bills. HB 199, relating to Veterans Court, was presented as a repeat measure aligning Veterans Court procedures with mental health and drug court laws and allowing post-adjudicatory referrals. A technical amendment was adopted, numerous witnesses waived in support, and the bill passed unanimously 17-0.
The committee then took up HB 45, which would add public swimming pools and public bathing places to existing sex offender residency, work, volunteer, and visitation restrictions. The sponsor argued it would protect children and apply only to specified sex offenses. Several members and public witnesses raised concerns that the bill’s definitions were overly broad, could effectively ban registrants from much of Florida, and could increase homelessness and make offenders harder to track. An amendment narrowing the bill’s scope and definitions was adopted after debate, and the bill passed 11-5 as amended.
Finally, HB 17, the Jason Rayner Act, was heard to clarify that force may not be used to resist an arrest by an officer acting in the performance of official duties, retain good-faith language, add manslaughter to offenses requiring a life sentence when reclassified, and increase the severity level for battery on a law enforcement officer. The sponsor said the bill was intended to strengthen protections for officers; opponents argued it could sweep in accidental or less culpable conduct, while supporters said existing law already covered serious cases. A clarifying amendment was adopted, and the bill passed 16-0 as amended. The committee then adjourned.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee 2/25/26
Transportation Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- And so focusing on things like Representative Senir's uh speed cameras for reckless driving and for um
- And so focusing on things like Representative Senir's uh speed cameras for reckless driving and for um
- And so focusing on things like Representative Senir's uh speed cameras for reckless driving and for um
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drivers, getting folks who are reckless drivers, getting folks who are reckless - cameras for reckless driving and for<01:12:54.560>
um <01:12:55.360>uh <01:12:55.600>
Keywords:
cancer, disability, parking certificates, transportation, state law, school bus, schoolchildren, student safety, traffic safety, stop arm, flashing red lights, amber lights, passing a school bus, 20 feet, vehicle stopping distance, driver duties, school transportation, Minnesota traffic law, school bus law, bus stop signal
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, May 21, 2025 - Part 1)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Today, Republicans are jamming through a reckless bill that would wreak havoc on South Florida.
- I will continue to fight relentlessly to protect South Florida from this reckless bill.
- I will continue to fight relentlessly to protect South Florida from this reckless bill.
- I will continue to fight relentlessly to protect South Florida from this reckless bill.
- And it's because of reckless tariff policies.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Transportation Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on Transportation
Transcript Highlights:
- But at the same time, we have also seen growing concern around reckless operation, unsafe speed, pedestrian
- Should there be a special statute on reckless operation of a bicycle, reckless operation of a vehicle
- They can be just as reckless. I also have an issue with Section 12, the insurance requirement.
- And finally, this causes a total anonymity problem and a lack of consequences for reckless behavior,
- micromobility cannot override an aggressive, predatory corporate algorithm that financially rewards reckless
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Transportation held a hybrid hearing on the governor’s Ride Safe Act, S. 3077, and related micromobility bills. Chairs and administration officials described the bill as a statewide, speed-based framework for e-bikes, scooters, mopeds, and similar devices, intended to replace outdated device categories with clearer rules for age limits, helmets, equipment, operating locations, registration, insurance for higher-speed devices, and restrictions on tampering. They also emphasized improved crash-data collection, a working group for future updates, and battery safety standards such as UL certification to reduce fire risk. Committee members asked about enforcement, shared-use paths, commuter rail accommodations, battery storage, and how the bill would apply to other vehicles like quads; the administration said some issues would need further study or follow-up.
Testimony from advocates, municipal officials, and commission members was mixed but generally supportive of clearer statewide rules. Transportation and safety advocates backed the speed-based tier system but urged additional measures, including a default speed limit on shared-use paths, automated enforcement, and more funding for Complete Streets and Shared Streets programs. Bike shop and police representatives said current laws are confusing for riders and law enforcement and that better definitions and data reporting are needed. Several speakers stressed that enforcement and education will be critical, and that local patchwork rules are difficult to apply consistently.
Medical testimony strongly supported tighter protections for young riders. Pediatric emergency and trauma doctors described a sharp rise in serious injuries and deaths involving e-bikes and scooters, including severe pediatric cases, and urged amendments adding a minimum age for faster devices and a universal helmet requirement. They argued that the force and weight of these devices make crashes more dangerous than conventional bicycles and pointed to past Massachusetts safety laws as evidence that age and equipment restrictions can reduce injuries.
Some public testimony opposed the bill as written, especially from moped commuters who argued that gas-powered mopeds are being treated differently from comparable electric devices and should be included in the framework. They called for clearer rules on bike-lane access, insurance, parking, and statewide standards for mopeds as vulnerable road users. No votes were taken during the hearing; the committee heard testimony and questions only.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
- Their reckless driving was a substantial factor in the case.
- uh, there was a a plaintiff that had, uh, there was a a plaintiff that had, um,<00:50:57.320>
reckless - driving in any way, whether um, reckless driving in any way, whether that's<00:50:59.160>
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House/Senate DFL Press Conference 2/16/26
Transcript Highlights:
- And motans have been killed by reckless, unaccountable federal agents.
- constitutional rights, I'm asking him to support these common-sense proposals that protect us from reckless
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from sense proposals that protect us from sense proposals that protect us from reckless - c> lawless<00:09:54.560>
market <00:09:55.839>mas <00:09:56.399>federal reckless - and lawless market mas federal reckless and lawless market mas federal agents. agents. agents.
Summary:
Witnesses and lawmakers discussed the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” and related federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota, describing it as a severe constitutional and humanitarian crisis. John Beler of the ACLU of Minnesota said the organization had received more than 700 reports of constitutional violations and argued the state should protect sensitive spaces, create legal remedies, and limit state involvement in federal surveillance and enforcement. Sen. Erin Maye Quade and other speakers said the operation was still ongoing, caused family separations, economic harm, and trauma in communities, and called on Minnesota Republicans to break with the Trump administration and support accountability.
Several business owners testified about direct effects on restaurants and construction workforces. Hano JD Delgado, a restaurant owner, said ICE activity had frightened workers, led to closures and lost business, and recounted alleged mistreatment of employees and himself, including detentions and an incident involving a 15-year-old U.S. citizen. Sarah Lawitch, a Cottage Grove contractor, said her crews and projects were disrupted because workers feared leaving home and that lawmakers should protect constitutional rights and local businesses. Speakers repeatedly framed the issue as racial profiling and an attack on legal residents and citizens, not just undocumented immigrants.
Rep. Lee Fininky said she is carrying two bills aimed at federal and local law enforcement practices: one would prohibit officers from wearing masks on duty except for limited safety or health exceptions, and another would require vehicles used to detain people to be clearly marked and equipped with safety features. She and other DFL speakers also discussed a broader package of bills, including a proposal to let Minnesotans hold the federal government accountable and a bill requiring the BCA to investigate shootings. In response to questions, they said they were seeking Republican support but expected the measures to face legal challenges; no votes or formal committee action were taken in the excerpt.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Executive Departments and Administration (10/01/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- That can be a great inconvenience, as well as possible, in my view, an endangerment of the prospective
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the <00:47:53.200>prospective <00:47:53.760>patient endangerment - of the prospective patient endangerment of the prospective patient uh<00:47:55.119>
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Summary:
The subcommittee first took up House Bill 525, which would have transferred administration of the program for the deaf and hard of hearing and the related board to OPLC. The chair said the sponsor was no longer interested in moving forward, and Representative Schmidt moved ITL. The motion passed 14-0 with two members absent, and the bill was placed on the consent calendar.
The committee then considered Senate Bill 182 on the maternal mortality review committee. The chair described a narrower amendment that would keep the name change, clarify operations so recommendations are returned to the appropriate entities, and expand contact with family members and close contacts, while dropping a proposed addition of a Department of Corrections member. The amendment was adopted unanimously, and the bill was then moved ITL and placed on the consent calendar.
Senate Bill 185, dealing with OPLC investigations and backlog reduction, received an update from OPLC General Counsel Nicholas Fry. He described efforts to improve public communication, clear the complaint backlog, standardize intake and expert review, add automated responses and website updates, use weekly legal-viability reviews, create preliminary investigation protocols, and establish a process for law-enforcement referrals. Members asked about board involvement and criminal-conviction cases; Fry said boards are kept informed and that such matters can proceed either through complaints or application/background-check processes. Representative Groa requested a follow-up update in January, and the committee agreed to an oral report then if needed. The bill was then voted ITL unanimously and placed on the consent calendar.
Finally, the committee heard House Bill 349 on optometrists performing ophthalmologic laser procedures. Dr. Angelique Sawyer testified in support, saying the amendment adds more specific proctoring and qualification requirements, based on language requested after earlier hearings, and that similar systems exist in other states. Representative Sers confirmed that the new sections were the key additions, while Representative Schmidt said he remained open to the concept but wanted a thorough review and asked about a subcommittee. The discussion was still ongoing when the transcript ended, with no vote recorded on HB 349.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Committee, and myself, as Chair of Public Safety, held an informational hearing on the issue of reckless
- reporting in CalMatters illustrates that the department has not done a good job of investigating reckless
- It illustrates that the department has not done a good job of investigating reckless driving.
- We've seen tragic consequences of people, after multiple incidents of reckless driving, who have killed
- As you noted, this is part of a larger package to address reckless and impaired driving behaviors.