Transcript Highlights:

• We have a proven track record, and historically we ensure that 90% of our appropriations are spent or
• We have a proven track record, and historically we ensure that 90% of our appropriations are spent or
• We have a proven track record, and historically we ensure that 90% of our appropriations are spent or
• You can see that rates have risen above their historic lows from about five years ago.
• lows from about five their historic lows from about five years<00:46:10.319> ago.

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• My framework of reference for this is I've been active in my church my entire life.
• My framework of reference for this is I've been active in my church my entire life.
• My framework of reference for this is I've been active in my church my entire life.
• <01:34:49.840> in 611a .36 which is the cross reference in 611a .36 which is the cross reference
• <01:42:13.480> to M the murder that we heard reference to M the murder that we heard reference

Bills: HF1051, HF16

Keywords: sacred communities, micro units, religious institutions, housing regulations, homelessness, conditional use permits, immigration enforcement, sanctuary policies, sanctuary city, noncooperation ordinance, ICE, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, federal immigration authorities, deportation, undocumented immigrant, undocumented person, immigration status data, data sharing, preemption, local government

Transcript Highlights:

• Conform cross references and provisions for short titles within the engrossment. E.
• Conform cross references and provisions for short titles within the engrossment. E.
• > provisions conform cross references and provisions conform cross references and provisions for
• Democratic colleague repeatedly referred Democratic colleague repeatedly referred to<05:56:10.798
• that violate the rules would be referred that violate the rules would be referred to<07:03:38.958

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 1012, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Um, it's crazy that we're destroying these historic firearms just because somebody's decided that they
• Concern number three is accessory after the fact and historically treated as lesser.
• Concern number three is accessory after the fact and historically treated as lesser.
• <01:35:25.840> I'll historically treated as lesser. I'll historically treated as lesser.
• Chapter 703, Hawaii Revised Statutes, does not refer to these protections.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard extensive testimony on Senate Bill 433, which would restrict the carrying of “bladed weapons” and related items. The Office of the Public Defender, Honolulu Police Department, the Hawaii Firearms Coalition, Knife Rights, and many individual testifiers opposed the bill, arguing it is overbroad, vague, and likely unconstitutional. Common concerns were that the term “bladed weapon” could sweep in ordinary tools such as pocketknives, Leathermans, multi-tools, fishing and camping gear, and items used by farmers, ranchers, hunters, divers, and martial arts practitioners. Several speakers also warned that the bill could burden lawful self-defense and create an affirmative-defense scheme that shifts costs and proof burdens onto defendants. Supporters and opponents alike focused on the need for a clearer definition, with HPD saying a narrower definition would help distinguish ordinary tools from dangerous weapons used in assaults. Opponents repeatedly urged the committee to defer or kill the measure, citing pending and related court cases and the risk of new constitutional challenges. Some testifiers tied the bill to Native Hawaiian gathering rights and subsistence practices, saying it would interfere with hunting, fishing, and food gathering, while others argued it would do little to deter criminals and instead penalize law-abiding residents and visitors. After finishing testimony on SB 433, the committee moved on to Senate Bill 2575 relating to firearms. The transcript shows the start of that item with the Office of the Public Defender and other agencies being called, but no substantive testimony or action on SB 2575 is included before the excerpt ends. No votes or final committee actions are reflected in the portion provided.

Transcript Highlights:

• and if other issues come to light while they're addressing the alcoholism issue, they also can be referred
• It has deep historical underpinnings, jurisprudence that actually stretches back to the Magna Carta,
• Jay Vasquez, on behalf of Communities United for Historic Justice, strong support.
• I'm here today in very strong support of AB 1687, or Irene's Law, as I like to refer to it.
• I am in very strong support of AB 1687, or Irene's Law, as I like to refer to it now.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• <00:07:59.599> with<00:08:00.080> words<00:08:00.479> that<00:08:00.879> referred
• <00:08:01.280> to documents with words that referred to documents with words that referred
• <00:51:47.440> to be recommended to pass and referred to be recommended to pass and referred
• eras to be taught to our kids historical eras to be taught to our kids in<01:20:22.080> public
• I think Era 3 does reference freedom.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Generally, the bill would remove antiquated language referring to the certificate of the clerk of the
• However, one Estates Code section refers to a certificate of the clerk in addition to letters testamentary
• This is an old reference in the Texas Estates Code, as the practice of issuing certificates has actually
• fallen out of use, and so the reference to a certificate is being removed by this bill.
• What's been the trend on what you referred to as an epidemic, Ms. Johnson?

Bills: SB302, SB1335, SB1734, SB1760, SB1975, SB2127

Keywords: probate court, statutory judge, reimbursement, court costs, court proceedings, judicial assignments, judge assignment, cost reimbursement, judicial expenses, estate management, statutory requirement, court expenses, estates, inheritance, representative duties, court authority, personal representative, real property, deed fraud, title fraud

Summary: The committee heard several probate, family law, judicial, property, and contract-related bills. Senate Bill 1335, relating to decedents’ estates, would remove outdated references to a clerk’s certificate, allow courts to remove personal representatives on their own motion with notice by qualified delivery method, and add independent administrators to provisions that referenced only independent executors; an estate-planning attorney testified in support, and the bill was left pending. Senate Bill 1760, concerning guardianship transfer fees and procedures, was described as setting a $45 filing fee for transferred guardianship cases and clarifying completion and dismissal procedures; it received no testimony and was left pending. Senate Bill 2127 would shorten the eligibility period for retired judges to serve as visiting judges from eight years to six, restrict practice in their assigned region for two years, and require conflict-related certification; it also was left pending without testimony. Senate Bill 302 would shift the cost of a traveling probate judge to the requesting estate or parties rather than the county; one witness registered in favor, no one testified, and the bill was left pending. The committee then considered a committee substitute for Senate Bill 252, which would clarify the parental presumption in conservatorship cases, require non-parents seeking relief against a parent to file an affidavit showing significant impairment to the child if relief is denied, require courts to state specific findings when overcoming the presumption, confirm the clear-and-convincing standard, and clarify that agreed prior orders do not defeat the presumption. The substitute was explained as consensus language from a work group, public testimony was reopened, and the bill was left pending. Senate Bill 1734, on deed fraud, would create a streamlined ex parte process for property owners to have fraudulent deeds declared void, modeled on the fraudulent lien statute; county clerk and title association representatives testified that it would provide a low-cost self-help remedy for a growing problem, and the bill was left pending subject to the chair. Senate Bill 1975 would prevent Texas contractors from being forced to litigate disputes in foreign jurisdictions and require disputes to be handled in the county where the project is located; it was presented as a repeat of a previously vetoed bill and was left pending. Finally, the committee took up a substitute for Senate Bill 1940, concerning transfer-on-death style beneficiary designations for manufactured homes. The substitute would allow one or more beneficiaries instead of only one, transfer the interest to surviving designated beneficiaries who survive by 120 hours, extend the application period for transfer to 365 days, void the designation if not timely filed, and require mailing by certified or registered mail with return receipt requested. The substitute was adopted without objection. The committee then recessed subject to the call of the chair.

Transcript Highlights:

• All House measures which have been first read or referred for printing.
• bills: HB 2366, voting sentence; HB 2372, school board candidate electronic; HB 2375, housing zoning historic
• HB 2791, state historic preservation. HB 2792, new property tax. HB 2802, ballot measure.
• 2789 nominating petition 2779 health care 27 86 tpt exemption 2789 nominating petitions 2790 state historic

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer by Deacon Ernie Gonzalez, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and recognition of Dr. Pamela Murphy as Doctor of the Day. Members also introduced guests, including local officials, Arizona Game and Fish commissioners, and advocates from the Alzheimer’s Association. A proclamation was read designating January 26, 2026, as Arizona Aviation Day, highlighting the industry’s economic impact and the role of airports, aerospace, and aviation-related jobs in the state. The clerk then recorded a large number of bills and resolutions for first and second reading, covering water and energy policy, education savings accounts and school choice, elections and campaign finance, veterans issues, public safety, housing, health care, immigration-related matters, and land and natural resources. Representative Gress also read a resolution recognizing National School Choice Week and praising Arizona’s school choice programs, including charter schools and empowerment scholarship accounts. A lengthy portion of the meeting consisted of members’ personal privilege remarks responding to violence and immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota and Arizona. Many members condemned ICE tactics, described fear and harm in immigrant communities, and called for constitutional rights, due process, and accountability; several requested or observed a moment of silence. No substantive floor votes on legislation were taken during the transcript beyond the motion to adjourn, which passed, and the House adjourned until 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

Transcript Highlights:

• THAT'S A MOUTHFUL SO WE REFER TO THEM AS OUR RACE PROGRAM WHICH IS ESTABLISHED IN FLORIDA STATUTE.
• TO ANSWER ANY SPECIFIC BUT TYPICALLY WHAT WE SEE IS IF STUDENTS ARE NOT SCORING ON GRADE LEVEL HISTORICALLY
• AND I DON'T WANT TO SPEAK BECAUSE HISTORICALLY IF STUDENTS ARE NOT SCORING ON GRADE LEVEL BY THE CONCLUSION
• DATA HOW MANY STUDENTS DID NOT GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL AND HOW DOES NOT ONLY HOW DOES THAT COMPARE HISTORICALLY

Transcript Highlights:

• WHAT ARE THOSE DUTIES EXACTLY BECAUSE IN THE STATUTE AND EVEN AN ANALYSIS IT SAYS THAT THERE IS NO REFERENCE
• TREPIDATION EVEN JUST GOING INTO THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT TO GET MY LICENSE AND IT'S A LOT OF THE HISTORICAL
• IN THE 1990S THE FORMER HOTEL BECAME ONE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA'S HISTORIC PRESERVATION SUCCESS STORIES.
• BOTH HAVE BEEN DESIGNATED OFFICIAL LANDMARKS AND MUSEUMS BUILDING IS ALSO ON THE REGISTER OF HISTORIC

Keywords: 999, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• And that's one of the beauties of the system that we've been working on with Vantis is historically in
• We have the State Historical Society, the Highway Patrol from a law enforcement standpoint, the State
• So it's historically been excluded, but it would be up to the committee if you want.
• In this email, I provided background information and a historical timeline up to that point.
• I'll refer to my right-hand man, Adam. Mr.

Summary: The committee first received a general fund and revenue update from the Office of Management and Budget. Staff reported that the state started the biennium about $176 million above prior estimates, but year-to-date revenues were now running below legislative forecast, mainly due to lower individual income tax and sales tax collections. The budget stabilization fund was above its cap, the legacy fund continued to grow, and oil revenues were slightly above forecast overall. Members also asked about federal funding uncertainty and mineral leasing variability, and OMB said agencies would be asked to address potential federal reductions case by case during budget preparation. The committee then reviewed compliance reports and trust fund analysis materials, followed by a bill draft for a fixed-route city transportation grant program. Testimony from transit officials in Fargo and Minot supported the proposal, saying state aid would help match federal transit funds and support operations, but members raised questions about the funding source, fare structures, and whether the program should be limited to the current four fixed-route cities or allow future eligible cities. Several members asked for more time to study the formula and possible funding options before moving the bill forward. Next, the committee approved a bill draft repealing obsolete language related to a proposed North Dakota-South Dakota bi-state authority. Staff explained the provision had been unused for about 30 years and that existing law likely already allowed joint powers agreements without the specific language. The committee voted to adopt the repeal bill draft. The Department of Commerce and the Northern Plains UAS Test Site then provided an update on uncrewed aircraft system initiatives, including the Vantis radar data enclave, the drone replacement program, and future revenue models. Officials said North Dakota had received FAA approval to operate the radar data pathfinder, had begun replacing non-compliant drones from restricted foreign sources, and was working on phased procurement and cost-recovery plans. Members asked about deadlines, funding, supply-chain issues, and how the system would be used; staff said the federal restrictions were already in effect and that Vantis was being positioned as infrastructure for future beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations. Finally, the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation presented on the design of a new minimum-security prison and on a reentry housing task force. The new facility is planned for the penitentiary grounds, with a reduced estimated cost of about $263 million, 600 beds initially, possible expansion to 732 beds, and completion projected around 2031 if funded in 2027. The reentry housing task force described a data-driven effort to identify housing needs for people leaving incarceration, with the goal of reducing homelessness and recidivism through targeted housing support and possible subsidies. Members asked about staffing, site selection, housing duration, and whether employment and transportation needs would be included in the assessment.

Transcript Highlights:

• As Governor Healey signed this historic bill into law, I'm pleased to report that we have implemented
• As Governor Haley signed this historic bill into law, I'm pleased to report that we have implemented
• That's just historically how they felt. People in the West thought it was for them in the West.
• A couple things, Representative Tyler, I'll reference.
• Some refer to it as the Waze of accessibility.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The hearing opened with remarks from Senate Chair Robyn Kennedy and House Chair Chynah Tyler, who emphasized that the fiscal year 2026 hearing was focused on the Health and Human Services budget, asked members to keep questions budget-related, and noted that no public testimony would be taken. They also highlighted the choice of Doherty Memorial High School as the venue to showcase Worcester’s investment in career and technical education. Committee members then introduced themselves before the first panel, the Executive Office of Veterans Services and the state veterans homes, began testimony. Secretary John Santiago said the governor’s FY26 proposal would support implementation of the HERO Act, which he said is now about 95% implemented, including higher disabled veteran annuities, expanded behavioral health benefits, and other service expansions. He described efforts to reduce veteran homelessness, including nearly $20 million in ARPA-funded housing and outreach initiatives, and said the agency has delivered more than 100,000 supportive services to nearly 8,500 veterans. Leaders from the Chelsea and Holyoke veterans homes reported on staffing, quality measures, electronic medical records, and major construction projects at both facilities, including a new Chelsea campus and the new Holyoke home. Members asked about funding transfers, geographic equity in access to the homes, outreach to women veterans and veterans of color, suicide prevention, Gold Star family support, and the impact of federal uncertainty; Santiago said the homes are now licensed and certified, that the current budget is sufficient, and that the agency is expanding engagement and data collection. The second panel, the Office of the Veteran Advocate, testified that its FY26 request is about $3.3 million, up from the current $2 million, to cover staffing, a larger office, and higher technology costs. Veteran Advocate Bob Notch said the office is a new independent oversight agency created in 2022 to examine systems, coordinate with local veteran service officers, and investigate fatalities or serious harm involving veterans in state care. He said the office’s work depends on research, data, and collaboration with other agencies, and that current funding is only enough for minimum operations. In response to questions, Notch and Deputy Commissioner David O’Callaghan discussed the difficulty of tracking veteran suicides, the need for better data across agencies, and the office’s role as an oversight body rather than a direct service provider. No votes or formal actions were taken during the hearing.

Transcript Highlights:

• shown strong support for, whether it is in polling or actually a ballot measure the Legislature referred
• About 85% of Trump voters support the Antiquities Act and 77% support the historic expansion of public
• The title, or the referred-to title, Tax Base Protection Act, is misleading, and I'll share three examples
• that Zach referred to of real projects that we've worked on with over 25 different sporting groups in

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The Federalism Committee considered only Senate Bill 1281, which would require legislative and gubernatorial approval before private Arizona real property could be sold, transferred, gifted, or otherwise conveyed to the federal government. The bill also set up notice and review procedures for such transactions, required state employees to report certain federal land-trust notices involving Indian tribe settlement lands, and imposed civil penalties for noncompliance. The chair explained a seven-page amendment that added exemptions for certain federal purchases, congressionally or agency-approved land exchanges, and reclamation of abandoned mines, while also expanding reporting and notification requirements for covered federal designations. Public testimony was uniformly opposed. Speakers from the Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter and the Arizona Wildlife Federation argued the bill would interfere with private property rights, add unnecessary bureaucracy, and obstruct conservation projects that have improved public access to hunting, fishing, and recreation lands. A private citizen also urged a no vote, saying federal land acquisitions can protect habitat and public access. Committee members raised questions about the governor’s role, the scope of the amendment, federal law enforcement, tribal acquisitions, and whether the bill would affect detention-center-related property purchases. After discussion, the committee adopted the Fincham amendment and then voted on SB 1281 as amended. The bill received a do pass recommendation by a 4-3 roll call vote, and the committee adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

• More importantly, it wasn't responsive to the historic levels of anti-Semitism that Jewish people were
• Some have referred to it as the placard strategy.
• Nomami was referring to, my term, not hers, the anti-Semitic industrial complex.
• So one, I would think that, I would hope that the FBI and the new administration would actually refer
• is totally obsessed with DEI, to the point where they want to—they've put out the word. that any reference

Keywords: anti-Semitism, hate crimes, college campuses, civil rights, public safety, protests, intimidation

Summary: The committee meeting focused on addressing the rising tide of anti-Semitism across the nation. Among the discussions, members expressed concerns about the disturbing acts of hate witnessed on college campuses, with instances of harassment and intimidation targeting Jewish students being highlighted. High-profile incidents, including vandalism and the display of extremist symbols, prompted urgent calls for investigations and measures to protect civil rights. The importance of moral clarity in confronting such hate crimes was emphasized as well, outlining the responsibilities of leaders to ensure safety and uphold justice.

Transcript Highlights:

• Everybody refers to it as a green tip armor piercing.
• We have a desk reference for chief administrators.
• But yes, I've referred to it as being But yes, I've referred to it as being a front for a security company
• Because it doesn't say that I can't say it across the state, but common sense and the historical reference
• This decades-long history being referred to.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• The 10-day rescission period um that was referred to can be started at That was referred to can be started
• <00:54:54.400> to recommended to pass and be referred to recommended to pass and be referred
• to the Committee on and be re-referred to the Committee on Commerce.
• Senate File historically been lawful.
• <02:23:29.520> to recommended to pass be re-referred to recommended to pass be re-referred

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• but underutilized form of housing, but finding affordable financing options for these homes has historically
• This dynamic can be referred to as disaster capitalism and has occurred in several post-disaster communities
• community advocacy, particularly among residents worried about potential displacement of the area's historic
• At the same time, we obviously have seen a clear disparity in our community with historically ethnic
• Historically ethnic working middle-class people versus the Palisades fires, and we are asking for a chance

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• However, the things school choice, anything attached to that, if that's what you're referring to, there's
• Alabama state tournament of high school girls winning dual titles, which is probably, I mean, it is a historic
• School girls basketball championship ...winning dual titles, which is probably, I mean, it is a historic
• I mean it is historic feat. The regular I mean it is historic feat.

Keywords: MS House Floor - 6 March, 2026; 9:00 AM, 925, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, found a quorum, dispensed with reading the journal, and moved through routine calendar business. Members tabled motions on several Senate bills, including Senate Bill 3230 and Senate Bill 2699, and there was discussion about a member’s right to hold a bill even after immediate release had been granted the prior day. The chamber also handled a hold request on Senate Bill 2838 and later tabled a motion related to it. The main floor action centered on Senate Bill 2103, which was called up and amended with a strike-all amendment. The bill was described as a broad education and retirement package focused on teacher pay, assistant teacher pay, PERS changes, school attendance officers, and support for struggling school districts. The sponsor said it would provide a $5,000 across-the-board teacher pay raise, a $3,000 increase for special education teachers, a $3,000 increase for assistant teachers, and an approximately $5,000 increase for school attendance officers. It also would reduce retirement service requirements for some state employees and first responders, allow retired teachers to return to work while drawing retirement, and create a district-of-innovation provision for D and F districts to help address teacher shortages and other needs. Several members questioned the scope of the bill, asking whether it included school choice, vouchers, portability, or other contentious provisions; the sponsor said it did not. Questions also focused on the superintendent salary cap language, the effect on PERS contributions for returning retirees, and whether the bill still contained the counselor ethics language that had been discussed earlier; the sponsor said that language had been struck out. After debate, the House adopted the strike-all amendment and then passed Senate Bill 2103 by a vote of 122-0. After passage, members made announcements and vote-change requests on prior calendar items, including Senate Bill 2432 and Senate Bill 3111. The Speaker also announced a press conference after adjournment to discuss the teacher pay raise. The House then adjourned until 4:00 p.m. on Monday.

Transcript Highlights:

• García to refer to this tag team as the 'Obnoxious Caucus'.
• Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 425, as read to us by title, is referred to the House Taxation and
• Speaker, gentlemen, I'm referring to the state-owned lands in the State Land Office.
• That's what the 1,700 open wells are in reference to. Thank you, Mr. Speaker, gentlelady.
• I'll be referring to Section 3 under Appropriations. It looks to me, Mr.

Transcript Highlights:

• factor in recognition of USDA's historic factor in recognition of USDA's historic discrimination
• there are again looking historically there are again looking historically some<01:40:50.159>
• So yes, you heard Amanda reference the RTCP, the federal program.
• So yes, you heard Amanda reference the RTCP, the federal program.
• So yes, you heard Amanda reference the RTCP, the federal program.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint informational briefing focused on how federal policy changes, tariffs, funding cuts, the federal shutdown, and delays in the farm bill are affecting Hawaii agriculture and food access. Opening remarks emphasized Hawaii’s heavy dependence on imported food and farm inputs, the state’s vulnerability to disruptions in USDA services, and the need for stronger state, county, and community coordination. Speakers also noted that immigration enforcement and broader global supply-chain pressures can affect local farm labor, production, and food availability. Sharon Herd, chair of the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, described both positive and negative federal impacts. She said Hawaii has benefited from some recurring grants and a large new $8.8 million federal grant, but also reported about $22 million in losses from suspended or terminated grants, including farm-to-school and water-related projects. She said some USDA programs, such as microgrants for food security and FISMIP, are currently suspended, while the specialty crop block grant remains active. She also said Hawaii farms declined from 7,328 to 6,569 between the 2017 and 2022 censuses and argued the state cannot rely on imports alone to feed its people. Amanda Shaw of Agriculture Stewardship Hawaii presented findings from federal funding cut reports. She said the first report, in March, identified about $88 million in potential cuts, and the newer report found $64.7 million in confirmed cuts and about $175 million in potential cuts. She said federal shifts are creating uncertainty for farmers, food-system organizations, and school and community food programs, and noted that 4,000 to 5,000 Hawaii farmers could receive less money because of changes to payment-factor provisions for socially disadvantaged farmers. She also said Hawaii has lost 18% of local USDA staff since September 2024, with possible further national reductions expected. No votes were taken; the meeting was informational only, and the chair noted that any legal questions, including the reported SNAP changes, would be for the Judiciary Committee to assess later.