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NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Indian, Rural and Cultural Affairs Feb 3rd, 2026 at 10:04 am

Senate Indian, Rural & Cultural Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • Department and the Commission on the Status of Women to conduct a comprehensive study into the history
  • Because of The poverty barriers make women of color vulnerable in these ways because of the cultural
  • My name Is Jennifer Raphael Gatz, and I'm the Director of the Commission on the Status of Women, and
  • Chair, members of the committee I believe that the Commission is uniquely suited to do this work based
  • the legislature is to make sure that the Department of Indian Affairs and these commissions are funded
Bills: SM14
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Edfin Committee Meeting - 2025-04-28

Education Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • Line 14 is for the Minnesota Association of Alternative Programs STARS program.
  • Association Of independent schools, a group of independent schools from across the state.
  • My name is Laura Mogelson, and I am here from the Minnesota Association of Colleges for Teacher Education
  • Members of the committee, my name is Scott Cronquist with the Association of Metropolitan School Districts
  • and also speaking on behalf of the Association of School Administrators and school principals this morning
Bills: HF1388
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Mar 11th, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • This bill specifically changes the responsibilities of that commission.
  • Members, this amendment pertains to the makeup of the commission.
  • It simply adds some very general requirements of the members of the commission.
  • So, purely out of curiosity, do we have Diversion programs in all 77 counties.
  • Is it possible for the commission of the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, a commissioner, to lodge
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Mar 11th, 2026 at 09:00 am

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Kindred Spirit sculpture featuring a circle of eagle feathers in County Cork.
  • instead of content of the library.
  • We trust the members of boards, commissions, prosecutors, etc., with a certain level of discretion.
  • out of school because of this section?
  • This is supported by the Oklahoma Psychiatric Hospitals Association and the Alliance of Mental Health
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Mar 11th, 2026

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • This bill specifically changes the responsibilities of that commission.
  • Members, this amendment pertains to the makeup of the commission.
  • It simply adds some very general requirements of the members of the commission.
  • So purely out of curiosity, do we have diversion programs in all 77 counties?
  • I believe they were most interested in a contract that would help them serve the women of Oklahoma County
Summary: The Senate began with several ceremonial recognitions, including citations for the Destiny Christian School girls volleyball team and football team for state championships, and for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, in connection with Delta Day at the Capitol and Women’s History Month. Members and guests were welcomed to speak briefly before the chamber returned to its agenda. The chamber then considered a series of bills. SB 444, dealing with hospice handling and disposal of controlled dangerous substances left after a patient’s death, passed 39-0. SB 1327, restoring the Tourism and Recreation Commission’s authority and adding general commission-member requirements, passed 27-12. SB 1061, a mortgage broker fee cleanup bill, passed 38-0. SB 1425, repealing an obsolete health care workforce board, passed 40-0. SB 1455, extending the sunset for the Board of Governors of the Architects, Landscape Architects, and Licensed Interior Designers, passed 28-11 and then also passed the emergency with 38-1. SB 1458, an Attorney General-request bill to align grand jury witness confidentiality statutes, failed 24-14. The Senate also passed SB 1460, which increases penalties for repeat peeping Tom and clandestine recording offenses and makes second or subsequent offenses sex offenses, by a vote of 38-3. SB 1480, creating a youth apprenticeship pilot program, passed 42-0 and then passed the emergency. SB 1530, updating the Oklahoma Research Development Rebate Program and encouraging private partnerships with higher education, passed 36-4. SB 1543, allowing multiple DUI charges within one year to be prosecuted as a single felony case and making related cleanup changes, passed 37-6 after extended debate about diversion, due process, and testing issues. SB 1555, aligning the state definition of intellectual disability with federal standards, passed 42-0, with a later correction noting the final vote as 42-1. SB 1593, updating outdated OSU-Tulsa trustee language, passed 43-0 and then passed the emergency. SB 1730, requiring law enforcement to copy OSBI on sexual offense reports, passed 37-6. SB 1209, which would have excluded Sundays and federal holidays from the eviction filing-to-hearing timeline, failed on a 21-21 tie after debate over landlord rights, service timing, and court delays.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Mar 10th, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • So, I've taken a lot of feedback and have a number of friends who are parents of Children in Edmond public
  • over 10,000 cases of backlog just relative to The state of Oklahoma.
  • I know that the county clerks are trying to work on some of this and make sure that it's in there.
  • margin space, and then that's what I'm trying to put back in sufficient space for the number of counties
  • Could be one of the top employers in Cimron County.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Mar 10th, 2026 at 09:00 am

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • he came out of medical school and started his practice there in Caddo County.
  • And whereas for a century, the physicians, nurses... associates, leaders, and volunteers of Saint John
  • any records and information that is left for the commission to take charge of.
  • 50% that shall be approved for approved projects within a municipality or county with a population of
  • Where did this language come from, or how did we arrive at the breakdown of 50% for small counties and
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Mar 10th, 2026

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • So it goes back to the root of why we have the incentive evaluation commission.
  • actions on behalf of the citizens of the state of Oklahoma?
  • a result of the production of oil and gas.
  • I know that the county clerks are trying to work on some of this and make sure that it's in there.
  • Could be one of the top employers in Cimarron County.
Summary: The Senate took up a long series of bills, mostly on third reading, with several unanimous or near-unanimous votes and a few more contested measures. Early action included House Bill 1427, which was substituted to add the bank privilege tax section to an existing clean-burning motor vehicle fuel tax credit without changing the cap or creating a fiscal impact; it advanced 45-0. Senate Bill 1403, an IEC recommendation affecting Quality Jobs incentives by requiring rebate claims within one year and eliminating the statewide wage threshold, passed 32-15. Senate Bill 1448, narrowing exclusions under the Consumer Protection Act to improve enforcement, passed 47-0. Senate Bill 1489, codifying IDEA-related procedures in state law and adding principal training and parent participation provisions, was amended on the floor, debated at length about implementation and special education services, and then passed 47-0 as an emergency measure. Senate Bill 1546 renamed and expanded the teacher scholarship program to Next Ed, increasing scholarship amounts while keeping the service commitment, and passed 37-10 as an emergency measure. Senate Bill 1557 transferred behavior analyst licensure duties from DHS to the State Board of Psychologists and passed 47-0. Senate Bill 1614 closed a loophole allowing adjunct teachers to teach early elementary reading and math and passed 46-0 as an emergency measure. Senate Bill 1377, requiring DHS to provide foster children with duffel bags and essentials, passed 46-0 as an emergency measure. Senate Bill 1990 strengthened the incentive evaluation report by requiring analysis of whether incentives actually changed business behavior, and passed 47-0. Senate Bill 1439, with amendments, barred certain climate-change-related lawsuits against fossil fuel entities operating within the law, and passed 40-7. Senate Bill 1630 allowed limited virtual instruction days during statewide testing and passed 47-0 as an emergency measure. Senate Bill 1632 moved career readiness assessment authority to the State Department of Education and clarified college-credit translation, passing 46-0 as an emergency measure. Senate Bill 1696, a local recruitment grant program to attract new residents to Oklahoma, failed 17-30, with notice of possible reconsideration. Senate Bill 1796 shortened the time for informal foster care arrangements from seven days to 72 hours and added guardrails, passing 46-0. Senate Bill 1824 updated the corporation and LLC statutes and passed 46-0. Senate Bill 1362 standardized in-person early voting hours across election types and passed 36-9. Senate Bill 1849 allowed the Podiatric Medical Examiners Board to approve certain medical marijuana continuing education for credit and passed 44-0. Senate Bill 2066 relaxed recording margin requirements for documents filed in multiple counties and passed 45-0 as an emergency measure. The final major item, Senate Bill 2071, a Department of Agriculture request bill updating milk regulation to cover all hooved mammals and align with federal authority, drew extensive debate over an amendment to remove the fee increase and over concerns that the bill would harm a small donkey dairy’s ability to advertise; the fee amendment was laid over, a motion to suspend the rules for an untimely amendment failed, and the bill itself was then advanced for further consideration after lengthy questioning.
TX

Texas 89th 1st C.S.

Business and Commerce Aug 1st, 2025

Business & Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • And, uh, so to start off, uh, in 2025, a, a couple in Harris County was accused of, quote, one of the
  • myself and the County and District Clerks Association of Texas, we are for this bill.
  • Uh, I am here on behalf of the Texas Land Title Association.
  • I'm the legislative chairman of, uh, of the association this year, so I, I've been asked to speak on
  • I prosecute these cases, a lot of these cases, all of the ones in Dallas County, in fact, and I can tell
Bills: SB15
ND

North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate State and Local Government Apr 3rd, 2025 at 09:00 am

State and Local Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • Currently, the West Fargo mayor serves as an associate member of the board, a status that allows participation
  • , West Fargo mayor is an associate member of the board, a status that allows participation, but no voting
  • of a period of time.
  • House Bill 1219 is a bill brought to you at the request of the Fairview Cemetery Association.
  • And just to kind of give an idea, Cass County on their website reports there's seven cemeteries that
Bills: HB1162
Summary: The committee heard House Bill 1162, which would add the West Fargo mayor as a voting member of the Lake Agassiz Water Authority board. The sponsor and Fargo’s mayor argued West Fargo has grown into a major regional water stakeholder and should have a formal vote, while members questioned the board structure and why the change was not framed more specifically. The bill was supported in testimony, closed without opposition, and received a 6-0 do pass recommendation. The committee then took up House Bill 1259 on annual legislative sessions and session structure. Members adopted an amendment that left the structure and logistics of sessions to legislative management rather than prescribing details in statute, after discussion about flexibility, committee workload, annual versus biennial sessions, and concerns about preserving debate and committee process. The amended bill received a 4-2 do pass recommendation, with some members voting no because they preferred a different committee recommendation or had concerns about the broader change. House Bill 1254, which would allow any North Dakota resident to obtain a State Library card, drew supportive testimony from the bill sponsor and State Library staff. They said the change would align law with current practice and expand access to books, e-materials, and other resources statewide, including for military families and out-of-state state employees. The committee closed the hearing and approved the bill 6-0. The committee also considered House Bill 1469, which narrows financial disclosure requirements so only business or trust interests directly related to the office sought or held must be disclosed. After brief discussion that the change would reduce unnecessary disclosure burdens, the committee adopted the amendment and then gave the bill a 6-0 do pass recommendation. House Bill 1368, dealing with administrative rules and the standard for challenging them, was opposed by committee counsel as too broad and legally problematic; the committee rejected it on a 4-2 do not pass vote. Finally, House Bill 1219, which would reduce the required perpetual care fund set-aside for certain cemeteries from 20% to 10%, received supportive testimony from the sponsor, cemetery representatives, and local users, but also concern about long-term fund health. The committee ultimately recommended do pass on a 5-1 vote.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • The judge decided that the civilian plaintiffs and an association that advocates for them instead of
  • He previously served as acting associate. Attorney General at the Department of Justice.
  • Some of these threats have turned... and acts of violence that have taken the lives of judges' family
  • Some of them today see the issue differently in the context of the president of the their own party.
  • It is one of any number of serious abuse abuses of the rule of law by this Justice Department, and instead
Summary: During this meeting, the committee focused on the implications of universal injunctions, which have become a significant concern in recent years. The discussion centered around various legislative proposals aimed at addressing the perceived overreach of district judges who issue nationwide injunctions that affect policies across the entire country. Several members expressed the belief that such injunctions undermine judicial authority and disrupt the balance of power between the judiciary and executive branches. Expert witnesses testified about the historical context of universal injunctions and the necessity for reforms that would limit the power of courts to grant remedies benefitting non-parties.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • and programs in aspects of every part of the Department's activities.
  • There's a broad agreement that despite decades of effort and billions of dollars in funding of IRS IT
  • And the background of this is that I'm kind of tired of trying to, after six weeks of new administration
  • Part of that is spending reductions, part of that is growth, part of that is tariff policy, part of that
  • One of the worst aspects of that, of many aspects of pillar two, was that it left China out of it.
Summary: The meeting convened to consider the nomination of Mike Falkender for the position of Deputy Secretary of the Treasury. During the session, multiple members voiced concerns regarding current economic policies under the Trump administration, particularly around inflation, tariffs, and the impact on small businesses. Discussions frequently centered on the administration's approach to tariffs and taxation, and how these factors contribute to the rising cost of living and potential job losses. Additionally, the importance of bolstering government-to-government relationships with tribal nations was emphasized, highlighting the need for specialized offices focused on tribal affairs within the Treasury Department.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • McMahon has the tall task of reforming the Department of Education that has lost its purpose. purpose
  • What I think should be of great concern to every member of this committee, every member... of Congress
  • They fought the King of England, which now takes us back to the Department of Education.
  • That we are living in a time of massive income and wealth inequality and the Department of Education
  • And that is what a lot of what the Department of Education does. Is it a perfect entity? No.
Summary: The meeting of the legislative committee encompassed discussions on key bills including HB22, SB4, and HB2214, with significant focus on the implications surrounding the Department of Education. Members expressed varying opinions on the nomination of Ms. McMahon to lead the department, underlining the need for reform and accountability. The committee witnessed passionate exchanges regarding educational values and the responsibilities of the federal government versus local authorities. Public testimonies contributed to the discussions, highlighting the community's concerns about educational policies and their impact on students from diverse backgrounds.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Health and Human Services REVISED Apr 20th, 2026 at 02:00 pm

Health and Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • So, with that, Senator Sandridge, you are recognized to present the nomination of Christi Fisher of Norman
  • I'm happy to carry the nomination today of Rita Fisher to the Board of Examiners for Speech, Language
  • Currently, corrections can be made to death certificates within one year of The initial issuance of a
  • of foods fall under the statute.
  • Every single one of you have.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Health and Human Services REVISED Apr 20th, 2026

Health and Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • So with that, Senator Stanridge, you are recognized to present the nomination of Christy Fisher of Norman
  • of our birth certificates.
  • Senator Reinhardt, on behalf of Senator Hines, you can explain the provisions of House Bill 3720.
  • of foods fall under the statute.
  • Every single one of you have.
Summary: The Senate Health and Human Services Committee first considered the nomination of Christy D. Fisher to the Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Senator Stanridge presented her as a lay member with legal and paralegal experience, and Fisher spoke about her family’s experience with speech therapy and autism-related speech needs. After brief questions, the committee advanced the nomination on an 8-2 vote. The committee then heard several bills, including measures creating an Early Childhood Task Force (HB 1979), clarifying that Oklahoma has always prohibited sex-to-gender-identity amendments on birth certificates (HB 1225), and establishing a process for correcting death certificates after one year (HB 3931). Members also advanced a bill restricting edible medical marijuana products from being attractive to children (HB 4454), updating the mentoring program for children of incarcerated parents (HB 3849), and allowing juvenile safety plans to take effect if not acted on within 24 hours (HB 1746). Other bills addressed local food sales thresholds (HB 3720), allowing case managers and peer support specialists to work for cities and counties (HB 4275), DHS background-check and email-notice updates for child care centers (HB 4300), and a clarification that raising a child consistent with biological sex is not child abuse and that adoption cannot be denied solely over refusal to support a gender transition (HB 3586). The committee also advanced bills on Medicaid reimbursement for dementia cognitive assessments and care planning (HB 2268), juvenile detention medication funding (HB 3755), family resource centers including faith-based and workforce organizations (HB 4117), epilepsy insurance coverage protections (HB 4294), extending the managed care rate floor to July 1, 2028 with a carve-out for multi-state contracts (HB 3650), and child care reforms raising subsidy co-pays and directing DHS to set more flexible master-teacher ratios for certain facilities (HB 4298). Several bills were amended or worked from committee substitutes, and most passed on unanimous or near-unanimous votes, with HB 1225, HB 3586, and HB 4294 drawing some opposition. The committee adjourned after noting it would likely meet again later for additional executive nominations.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 11th, 2026 at 06:30 pm

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I move adoption of Amendment 0584. Senator Christian was adoption of amendment number 0584.
  • Shouldn't they be exempt from this kind of abuse? I urge the adoption of this amendment.
  • of Washington.
  • It costs you a lot of time, a lot of money, distracts from what you're doing.
  • The title of the bill will be the title of the act.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 11th, 2026 at 01:00 pm

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • But we have certain counties that are very unique, and the cost of bringing health care to those counties
  • Rising today in strong support of Senate Bill 6210, my county, San Juan County, is one of the ones that
  • Rising today in strong support of Senate Bill 6210, my county, San Juan County, is one of the ones that
  • And so my office, with San Juan County and the Office of the Insurance Commissioner, began to engage
  • Commissioner began to engage around this issue of what are we going to do if we have an entire county