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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Insurance Committee Jul 16th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Madam Chair and members, Louis Costa with Smart Transportation Division.
- Scott Brent, Smart Transportation Division. Good morning.
- Madam Chair and members, Louis Costa with Smart Transportation Division.
- Scott Brent, Smart Transportation Division. Thank you very much.
- Scott Brent, Smart Transportation Division, opposed unless amended. Thank you.
Summary:
The committee heard several insurance-related bills. SB 371 by Senator Cabaldon would lower uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage requirements for rideshare companies from the current $1 million level to $100,000 per person and $300,000 per incident, with added transparency and data-reporting provisions. Uber, Lyft, and several business groups supported the bill as a way to reduce fares and improve affordability, while consumer attorneys, labor groups, and others opposed it as a major cut in protection for injured passengers and drivers. Committee members raised concerns about whether savings would actually reach riders and drivers, but the bill was approved on a do-pass vote to the next committee, with one member not voting.
SB 487 by Senator Grayson would change how settlement or judgment proceeds are distributed when peace officers or firefighters are injured by a third party, ensuring they receive at least two-thirds of the at-fault party’s liability insurance limits in certain cases. Supporters, including public safety unions and an injured deputy sheriff, said current law can leave injured first responders with little or no recovery after employer reimbursement, while opponents representing cities, counties, and public agencies argued the bill would reduce recovery of taxpayer-funded workers’ compensation costs and lacked sufficient data. The committee members who spoke largely supported the bill, and it passed on a do-pass vote to Appropriations, with one member not voting.
SB 616 by Senator Rubio would create an independent community hardening commission within the Department of Insurance to develop statewide wildfire mitigation recommendations and a post-catastrophe reporting process. The Department of Insurance, local governments, consumer groups, and fire-related organizations supported the measure as a way to improve wildfire resilience and insurance availability, while water agencies opposed provisions touching water infrastructure and warned of litigation and ratepayer impacts. The bill advanced on a do-pass vote to Appropriations, with some members not voting and one member voting no. The committee also heard SB 547 by Senator Perez, coauthored by Senator Rubio, which would extend wildfire-related insurance cancellation/nonrenewal moratoriums to commercial properties; insurers removed their opposition after amendments, and the bill passed to Appropriations on a do-pass vote.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Pension Funding Council Jun 23rd, 2026 at 02:00 pm
Pension Funding Council
Transcript Highlights:
- remember is that this calculation is only performed one time at retirement, and then that benefit is locked
- Now, the plan will get less sensitive to market performance as more members move into retirement and lock
- As more members move into retirement and lock in those supplemental benefits, however, I expect the plan
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- prosecutors who are the most powerful actors in the criminal legal system, who are able to stack charges and lock
- who are the most powerful actors in the criminal legal system and who are able to stack charges and lock
- people away for years and years and years, ...to stack charges and lock people away for years and years
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, guest introductions, and a proclamation declaring March as Sleep Apnea Awareness Month. Guests recognized included ACLU of Arizona volunteers for Lobby Day, a student intern, a doctor of the day specializing in dementia care, and members of the Arizona chapter of the American Institute of Architects for Architecture Advocacy Day. The chamber also received several appointments to committees and a series of House messages and bills for introduction and first reading.
The main floor action was third reading votes on multiple measures. The Senate passed SB 1011, SB 1017, SB 1170, SB 1173, SB 1234, SB 1275, SB 1332, SB 1544, SB 1557, SB 1585 on reconsideration, SCR 1022, SB 1273, and SB 1274, with most votes falling along a 17-9 or 16-10 split. Several senators explained their no votes, raising concerns about mandatory minimum drug penalties, juvenile court changes, diversion policy, and the light rail feasibility study; supporters argued for public safety, judicial discretion, or the need for updated studies and voter review. On SCR 1022, which would refer a constitutional amendment on legislative member districts, supporters argued Arizona’s House is too small for its population and should be expanded, while opponents said the idea needed more study before going to voters.
The Senate also heard committee announcements for the next day, including meetings for Health and Human Services, Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency, Education, Judiciary and Elections, and Public Safety. The body then adjourned until Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 1:15 p.m.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- So, the question is, can someone go in and have a section of land lock up a $10,000 per year contract
- Follow up And I appreciate that you've stricken title because I think that needs to be oh this is locked
- They're gonna go buy all of that land, and in that Anticipation lock up that contract and then leave
Keywords:
environmental permitting, Oklahoma, Department of Environmental Quality, public participation, regulatory framework, administered applications, energy, wind energy, financial assurance, property restoration, environmental regulation, mining, blasting, residential protection, buffer zone, Department of Mines, public utilities, electric transmission lines, landowner rights, payment regulations
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-01-14 (4:00PM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Finance and Tax Apr 15th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- ABOUT SAFETY AND CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS, WHERE WE NOT ALSO INCLUDED TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR GUN SAFES AND LOCKS
- EXPENDED THE FACULTY TO INCLUDE GUN SAFES AND LOCKS AT A MINIMUM IS COMMON SENSE.
- SAFES AND LOCKS AT A MINIMUM IS COMMON SENSE. IT'S A SMALL AMENDMENT THAT COULD SAVE LIVES.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Energy Finance and Policy Committee 4/1/25
Energy Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- When demand is low, EVs and smart appliances can store or shift energy to balance the system.
- When demand is low, EVs and smart appliances can store or shift energy to balance the system.
- When demand is low, EVs and smart appliances can store or shift energy to balance the system.
- When demand is low, EVs and smart appliances can store or shift energy to balance the system.
- When demand is low, EVs and smart appliances can store or shift energy to balance the system.
Keywords:
water appropriation, data centers, environmental review, energy conservation, permit application, carbon-free energy, geothermal energy, renewable energy, Macalester College, appropriation, sustainability, solar energy, pollinator programs, license plates, agrivoltaics, environmental sustainability, 1183, house
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Agriculture (2-19-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- I've never said that I'm a smart man.
- </c><00:14:01.600><c> man</c><00:14:01.920><c> I</c> I've never said that I'm a smart man I I've never
- said that I'm a smart man I know<00:14:02.240><c> when</c><00:14:02.480><c> to</c><00:14:02.880><c>
- I'm smart enough to yield, and I'm from Bourbon County, so I appreciate that too.
- I'm smart enough to yield, and I'm from Bourbon County, so I appreciate that too.
Keywords:
00:00 - Introduction
00:15 – Attendance Roll Call
03:15 -- House Bill 186
09:59 – Roll Call Vote
11:51 – HB 370
22:55 – Roll Call Vote
24:45 – HB 304
28:47—Roll Call Vote
30:13 – HB 391
43:09—Roll Call Vote, 958, all
Summary:
The committee first heard House Bill 186, which would streamline food-service rules for churches and nonprofits providing meals to homeless shelters and people displaced by natural disasters. Representative Duvall said the bill is meant to remove unnecessary kitchen and plumbing requirements so organizations can safely serve simple meals in emergencies. Members discussed food safety, whether the bill applies only in declared disaster situations or also to homeless shelters, and whether training should be offered; Duvall clarified that the disaster and homelessness provisions are separate and that food must still be safe and wholesome.
After discussion, the committee took a roll call vote and House Bill 186 passed with favorable expression. The committee then heard House Bill 370, a Department of Agriculture reorganization measure sponsored by Representative Payne. Payne and Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell said the bill would move the Division of Farm Safety and Rural Health and create an Office of Economic Development to better support programs such as Food Is Medicine, rural health, farmer mental health, and farm safety. Members asked about the removal of references to shows and fairs, whether the bill would affect livestock shows and county fairs, and whether any new funding was included; Payne said the department would still support shows and fairs, the change was about efficiency and focus, and no new funding was specified because budget decisions come later.
Discussion on House Bill 370 also highlighted the department’s broader economic role, including agricultural economic development and outreach tied to the new USDA secretary’s visit to Kentucky. The committee then voted and the bill passed with favorable expression. Finally, the committee began House Bill 304 on soybean assessment language. Representative Bivens and soybean association representatives explained it as cleanup language related to the soybean checkoff and a contingency if the federal checkoff changes. Members asked whether a referendum had already occurred and whether producers supported the measure; the witnesses said the referendum had already taken place and that soybean producers and the association supported it, while one member noted the state may increasingly need to adjust to federal changes.
WY
Transcript Highlights:
- Representative Locke. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. My name is Tony Lockach.
- Lock. >> Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you for the question.
- Lock. >> Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you for the question.
- Representative Lock, when we did the long-term homeowners exemption, did we not put language in there
- </c> >> Representative<00:19:36.000><c> Lock.
Keywords:
property tax, homeowner exemption, Wyoming, voter initiative, tax legislation, HB0127, recreation mill levy, recreational facilities, public recreation, mill levy, local tax, county commissioners, school district levy, voter approval, ballot measure, general election, tax referendum, special purpose tax, Wyoming taxation, W.S. 18-9-201
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Higher Education Finance and Policy Committee 2/19/26
Higher Education Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- But it's the education that students are now being locked out of. students that want to get an education
- But it's the education that students are now being locked out of. students that want to get an education
- But it's the education that students are now being locked out of. students that want to get an education
- But it's the education that students are now being locked out of. students that want to get an education
- </c><01:09:14.000><c> students</c><01:09:14.319><c> that</c><01:09:14.719><c> want</c> being locked out
VA
Virginia 2026 1st Special Session
Commission on Unemployment Compensation Jul 9th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- disqualification provisions, and under SB 433, a lockout by an employer does not constitute a labor dispute, and locked-out
- The first is that the recognized or certified collective bargaining representative of the locked-out
- The first is that the recognized or certified collective bargaining representative of the locked out
- increased the weekly benefit amounts twice this year, and a bill that also makes it possible for locked
Summary:
The Commission on Unemployment Compensation met, established a quorum, and elected Delegate Destiny LeVere Bolling as chair and Senator Mike Jones as vice chair. The commission also adopted its electronic meeting policy and heard introductions from new members, staff, and officials from the Secretary of Labor’s office and the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC). Secretary Jessica Lumen outlined the administration’s workforce and labor priorities, including supporting workers, employers, and program transparency, while members raised concerns about business climate, job losses, labor participation, and the implementation of paid family and medical leave.
Staff provided legislative updates on recent unemployment-related bills. These included increases to the weekly unemployment benefit amount enacted in 2025 and 2026, a bill on labor dispute disqualification that changed how lockouts are treated for benefit eligibility, and a budget item providing $75,000 for actuarial support to the commission. The commission also discussed the 2025 work group on annual adjustments to weekly benefit amounts; staff reported that the work group did not complete its charge, and members agreed to revisit whether to reconstitute it at a future meeting. Delegate Martinez expressed support for continuing the work, and the chair said the issue would be taken up at the next meeting.
Deputy Commissioner Joanna Darkus gave a detailed presentation on Virginia’s unemployment insurance system, including current claims data, eligibility rules, employer tax structure, benefit levels, trust fund solvency, fraud prevention, and customer service operations. She reported that Virginia’s unemployment rate remains low, weekly claims are modest, the current weekly benefit range is $160 to $478, and the trust fund balance factor is projected at 50.9 percent, near the threshold for additional employer charges. Members asked about the taxable wage base, trust fund solvency, the effect of benefit increases, fraud controls, and the planned paid family and medical leave program. VEC said it is implementing that program through regulations, staffing, IT procurement, public listening sessions, and consultation with other states. A public commenter from the Virginia Poverty Law Center urged the commission to strengthen state investment in unemployment insurance and warned that federal support is uncertain. The commission then adjourned without taking further action.
VA
Virginia 2026 Regular Session
Commission on Unemployment Compensation Jul 9th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- disqualification provisions, and under SB 433, a lockout by an employer does not constitute a labor dispute, and locked-out
- The first is that the recognized or certified collective bargaining representative of the locked-out
- The first is that the recognized or certified collective bargaining representative of the locked-out
- increased the weekly benefit amounts twice this year, and a bill that also makes it possible for locked-out
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Clerk will lock the machine and members will cast their votes.
- Clerk will lock the machine and members will cast their votes. Change their vote.
- Clerk will lock, and record the roll. 65 ayes, five nays, and excused.
- Clerk will lock the machine and record the roll. 68 ayes, two absent and excused—the majority having
Summary:
The House convened with a quorum, approved the March 4, 2026 journal, and received notice of a substitute appointment for Legislative District 32. Much of the day was devoted to Idaho Day ceremonies, including prayers, the Pledge of Allegiance, a performance of the national anthem, and remarks honoring Idaho history and former Representative Lyndon Bateman, who was remembered as the founder of Idaho Day and a longtime advocate for cursive, history, and civic education. Guest speakers included historian Justin Vipperman, who spoke about liberty, self-government, and Idaho’s frontier development, and former Attorney General David Leroy, who praised Bateman’s public service and legacy. Members also shared personal tributes before the chamber considered a memorial resolution in Bateman’s honor.
The House suspended the rules by a two-thirds vote and adopted House Concurrent Resolution 31, recognizing and commending the lifetime achievements of Lyndon Bateman. The resolution passed 68-0 with two absent and excused, and was sent to the Senate. The chamber also received and referred several Senate messages and committee reports, including bills and resolutions on transportation, agriculture, commerce, state affairs, resources, and other topics. New measures were introduced on issues such as minors and library protections, tax exemptions, stable coins, parental rights and child custody, county fair boards, vehicle license plates, honey industry regulation, and Idaho Digital Learning Academy governance.
Several bills and resolutions were placed on the second reading calendar, including measures on elections, environmental quality, hazardous waste, transportation, vehicle titles, industrial hemp, Medicaid managed care, Medicare, and appropriations. House Bill 750 was moved to general orders, and the remaining third-reading bills were held one legislative day. The House also announced committee schedule changes, upcoming events tied to Idaho Day and other advocacy groups, and a reminder about project submissions. The chamber adjourned until 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Senate - Tax, Business and Transportation Feb 10th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Once that occurs, you're essentially locked into that plan for as long as you're paying into the Medigap
- So individuals are often then locked in their plan because either they're denied if they want to change
- Once that occurs, you're essentially locked into that plan for as long as you're paying into the Medigap
- So individuals are often then locked in their plan because either they're denied if they want to change
Summary:
The committee first heard SB 20, as amended, which would limit prior authorization for certain medications used to treat serious mental illness and extend prior authorization approvals for other chronic maintenance drugs to three years. The sponsor and supporters said the bill would reduce treatment interruptions and administrative burden for patients, clinicians, and pharmacies, while opponents argued the three-year period could raise safety concerns, reduce annual clinical review, and increase costs and premiums. After public testimony and committee discussion, the bill passed on a 7-2 vote.
The committee then considered SB 21, as amended, establishing an annual Medigap open enrollment period with guaranteed issue protections for eligible Medicare beneficiaries already enrolled in Medigap plans. The Aging and Long-Term Services Department said the measure would give seniors more flexibility to change plans as their needs and premiums change, and OSI said premium impacts were expected to be limited. An amendment setting the effective date at January 1, 2027 was adopted, and the bill passed unanimously.
Next, the committee heard SB 177, a large economic development package centered on quantum, advanced energy, defense, and related workforce and research investments. The sponsor and administration witnesses described New Mexico as uniquely positioned to attract major private and federal investment, while members raised questions about guardrails, reporting, use of the Research and Development Fund, and whether EDD could manage the spending and educational components. An amendment removed the public safety section, a technical title fix was adopted, and the bill passed 9-1.
The committee also took up SB 189, which would protect existing coverage and expand insurance coverage for reproductive and gender-affirming care, including mid-year enrollment options for pregnancy and coverage for double electric breast pumps. Supporters said the bill would prevent abrupt coverage changes and ensure access to care, while opponents objected to abortion-related coverage and argued existing law and Medicaid already cover much of the care. A motion to table failed, and the bill then passed 6-4. Finally, the committee unanimously passed Senate Memorial 6 honoring golfer Nancy Lopez and her New Mexico roots and achievements.
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
Business and Financial Institutions - Room 210; 28 January, 2026: 2:00 PM
Business and Financial Institutions
Transcript Highlights:
- may prefer to shop around, work with some different realtors before they sign any type of contract, locking
- realtors before they sign any type of realtors before they sign any type of contract,<00:15:30.160><c> locking
- them</c><00:15:30.720><c> into</c><00:15:31.199><c> a</c><00:15:31.519><c> long-term</c> contract, locking
- them into a long-term contract, locking them into a long-term um<00:15:33.279><c> contract</c><00:15
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 22, 2026 - 10:30 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- process is that people have to come with us to get the money they deserve, and this guy is making a very smart
- First of all, I have Barney Bishop, Florida Smart Justice Alliance, waiving in support.
- Bernie Bishop, Florida Smart Justice Alliance, waiving in support.
- Barney Bishop, Florida Smart Justice, waiving in support. Anyone else from the audience?
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session May 11th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of the community of Locke, a
- preservation and cultural activities, helps staff the Boardinghouse Visitor Center, maintains the Locke
- Please welcome Stuart Walt Hall and Douglas Shaw on behalf of the Locke Foundation.
- called Home, Peace 4 Kids, Wellness, and just incredible opportunities for us to really continue to lock
- called Home, Peace 4 Kids, Wellness, and just incredible opportunities for us to really continue to lock
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Judiciary Committee Jan 13th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Pre-sales allow homebuyers to lock in a favorable price below market value by the time construction is
- and so they have their own forms that they’re drafting, which I think are generally there to try to lock
- Mike Locke, representing Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders for Civic Empowerment, also supports the
- We don't want to be the ones to have to open the doors and lock them out of their homes. we should be
- We don't want to be the ones to have to open the doors and lock them out of their homes.
Summary:
The Assembly Judiciary Committee heard several housing- and courts-related bills. AB 768, by Assemblymember Avila Farias, would close a loophole in mobile home rent control by excluding homes not used as permanent residences, such as vacation or short-term rental use. Supporters said it would preserve affordability for full-time residents while preventing wealthy second-home owners from benefiting from rent control; a nonprofit housing operator asked for a technical amendment to avoid conflicts with tax-exempt bond restrictions. The bill was moved and passed as amended.
AB 1359, by Assemblymember Arambula, would let people age 80 and older request a permanent jury-service excuse without providing a doctor’s note. Supporters from the California Senior Legislature said the current medical-note requirement is burdensome and unnecessary, while some members raised concerns about reducing older adults’ participation on juries and suggested the exemption should be more flexible or reversible. After discussion, the bill passed to Appropriations.
AB 1406, by Assemblymember Ward, would raise the cap on liquidated damages in new condominium pre-sale contracts from 3% to 10% to help developers finance condo projects and increase for-sale housing production. Developers and housing advocates argued the change would improve financing and make more condos feasible, while realtors and consumer advocates warned it would shift too much risk onto buyers, especially first-time homebuyers. Committee members expressed mixed views and asked for stronger consumer protections; the author said he was open to further amendments, and the bill was held open with the roll call not fully completed in the excerpt. The committee also began hearing AB 1157, by Chair Kalra, which would lower and make permanent the rent cap under the Tenant Protection Act and extend protections to single-family home renters, but the transcript excerpt mainly captures extensive public support testimony and the author’s opening presentation, with no final vote shown.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- It's about doing what smart investors do all around the world.
- The most successful ones have three traits smart fund design, political independence, and a long-term
- You guys are all very smart in math, I'm sure. What would that compute to as a percentage ROI?
- things down the road that we'll be able to do with this and we'll look back and say that this was a smart
- It's a smart, flexible way to to support the people, to protect our homes and our lands and our lives
Bills:
HB104
Keywords:
property tax, ad valorem tax, tax rate election, voter-approval tax rate, no-new-revenue tax rate, de minimis rate, local government, special district, tax increase, tax notice, public hearing, tax code, Health and Safety Code, Texas property taxes, taxing unit, election threshold, two-thirds vote, majority vote, budget approval
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- property bill sponsored by the Minnesota State Bar Association real property section, so a lot of smart
- property bill sponsored by the Minnesota State Bar Association real property section, so a lot of smart
- Association real property section so a<00:17:11.679><c> lot</c><00:17:11.799><c> of</c><00:17:11.919><c> smart
- ><c> have</c><00:17:12.679><c> looked</c><00:17:12.919><c> at</c><00:17:13.079><c> it</c> a lot of smart
- people have looked at it a lot of smart people have looked at it and<00:17:13.400><c> I'm</c><00:17: