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NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Feb 9th, 2026 at 11:52 am
New Mexico House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- on the House Judiciary Committee substitute for House Bill 164.
- on the House Education Committee substitute for House Bill 253.
- A favorable committee report on House Health and Human Services Committee substitute for House Bill 195
- and House Health and Human Services Committee substitute for House Bill 295.
- Development Committee and then the House Judiciary Committee.
Bills:
HB111 , HB61 , HB43 , HB156 , HB70 , SB3 , HB103 , HB109 , HB128 , HB247 , HJM2 , HJM3 , HM7 , HM17 , HM4 , HM22 , HM23 , HM24 , HM26 , HM2 , HM16 , HM32 , HM11 , HM14 , HM21 , HM34 , HM50
Keywords:
water law, state engineer, civil penalty, compliance order, water rights, overdiversion, illegal diversion, groundwater storage and recovery, well license, permit violation, water enforcement, New Mexico water code, irrigation district, conservancy district, water diversion, unauthorized water sales, measuring device, district court appeal, water resources, water compliance
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- We are convening the House Committee on Finance.
- We are reconvening the House Committee on Finance.
- </c> and also the committee. and also the committee.
- You know, the House of Representatives is supposed to be the House of the People.
- </c><01:49:53.040><c> Greg</c> members of the committee. Greg members of the committee.
Bills:
HB1183 , HB1656 , HB1658 , HB1661 , HB1663 , HB1664 , HB1859 , HB2116 , HB2271 , HB2276 , HB2335 , HB2360 , HB2387 , HB2472 , HB1805 , HB2469 , HB1815 , HB1860 , HB2117 , HB2118 , HB2437 , HB2438 , HB2604 , HB1590 , HB2156 , HB2268
Committee:
House Finance
Keywords:
retirement, pension, law enforcement, public safety, Hawaii Revised Statutes, indebtedness, salary recovery, employee compensation, deductions, financial management, collective bargaining, employee relations, impasse procedures, arbitration, public employment, HB1661, cafeteria plan, Section 125, Internal Revenue Code, flexible spending account
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- House Committee on Elections will come to order. The clerk will call the roll. Chair Shaheen.
- Thank you, Chairman Shaheen, members of the committee, for giving me the opportunity to lay out House
- Thank you, Chairman, committee members. I appreciate the opportunity to lay out House Bill 1968.
- Thank you, Chairman, committee members. I appreciate the opportunity to lay out House Bill 1968.
- Hearing none, the House Committee on Elections stands adjourned subject to the call of the chair.
Committee:
House Elections
Keywords:
election services, contracting, political subdivisions, county elections, election code, voter registration, citizenship status, election law, cancellation, disqualification, Texas Election Code, voter identification, registration, election integrity, identification documents, election, watcher, polling place, removal, Texas Elections Code
Summary:
The committee first voted out two previously heard Senate bills without amendment: SB 688, relating to the date of the meeting of presidential electors, and SB 914, relating to authorizing certain cities to change the date of their general election for officers. Both motions passed on 8-0 votes with one member absent.
The committee then heard HB 3909, which would change the current prohibition on wireless device use from a 100-foot boundary around a voting station to only inside the room where voting is taking place, with a committee substitute also adding state-prescribed signage. The author and supporters said the change would reduce confusion and make enforcement easier for election workers, while opponents argued the existing 100-foot rule helps prevent electioneering, recording, and possible technical interference with election equipment. The bill was left pending.
Members also heard HB 1968, which would repeal a provision that requires counties to provide election services to certain political subdivisions in odd-numbered years but not even-numbered years, making county-provided election services consistent across years. Supporters said it would improve consistency for smaller cities and school districts, while opponents warned it could strain county equipment and staffing during heavy election cycles. The bill was left pending. HB 2279 would require voter registrars to remove a person from the rolls if the person swears under oath during jury service that they are not a U.S. citizen; supporters said this would streamline removal of ineligible voters, while opponents raised concerns about mistaken identity and loss of due process. The bill was left pending.
Finally, the committee heard HB 2803, which would require a presiding judge to give a poll watcher a signed statement explaining any removal from service. Supporters said this would improve documentation and accountability, and one witness asked for clarification that improper removal would remain a criminal offense; the author said he would consider a floor amendment and further discussion. The committee also heard HB 4253, which would create a more uniform voter-roll maintenance process based on inactivity, sending confirmation notices to voters who have not voted in the prior 25 months and eventually removing those who do not respond after multiple election cycles. Supporters said it would clean up outdated records and help keep voters registered where they actually live, while opponents argued it could wrongly remove eligible voters who simply do not vote regularly. HB 4253 was left pending as well.
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Senate and Governmental Affairs May 6th, 2026
Senate & Governmental Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Chairman, committee members.
- Thank you, Chairman, and committee.” “Thank you, Chairman and committee. She says she was coming.
- We will take up House Bill 813.
- committees on transportation.
- Yes, the nominating committee that's within the act that created the authority is the committee that
Committee:
Senate Senate & Governmental Affairs
Keywords:
Senate rules, Louisiana Senate, Senate Chamber, smart glasses, recording eyewear, audio recording, video recording, wearable technology, covert recording, legislative security, media access, chamber decorum, Senate President, internal rules, public access, lobbyists, official journal, public notices, competitive bid, Louisiana legislation
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House Ethics and Campaign Finance Committee Mar 17th, 2026
Ethics and Campaign Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, committee. >> Madam Clerk, can you call the next bill on the calendar? >> Mr.
- </c><00:02:24.400><c> So,</c><00:02:24.480><c> it's</c> executive committee members.
- So, it's executive committee members.
- </c> state executive committees as well. state executive committees as well.
- . committee. committee.
Committee:
House Ethics and Campaign Finance
Keywords:
hemp, hemp beverages, psychoactive cannabinoids, psychoactive hemp products, delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, delta-10 THC, cannabidiol, CBD, intoxicating hemp, hemp-derived THC, cannabis regulation, marijuana alternatives, alcoholic beverage control, ABC Board, licensing, permit, excise tax, age verification, under 21
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I urge Vice Chairman Martinez and committee members for the opportunity to lay out House Bill 2867. of
- The chair lays out House Bill 4329. Vice Chair Martinez offers a committee substitute.
- The committee substitute for House Bill 3483 would give special utility districts the ability to access
- The chair lays out House Bill 2815. I'm sorry, Representative Ashby offers a committee substitute.
- The chair moves that House Bill 3609, as substituted, Do pass and be printed and sent to the committee
Bills:
HB1520 , HB1525 , HB1530 , HB1535 , HB2068 , HB2091 , HB2347 , HB2372 , HB2805 , HB2815 , HB2867 , HB3154 , HB3482 , HB3483 , HB3663 , HB3781 , HB3901 , HB3915 , HB4135 , HB4153 , HB4158 , HB4329 , HB4331
Committee:
House Natural Resources
Keywords:
Angelina and Neches River Authority, river authority, Sunset Advisory Commission, Texas Sunset Act, Special District Local Laws Code, local government, natural resources, board of directors, director training, board governance, public testimony, open meetings, public information, conflict of interest, ethics, complaint system, general manager, board president, staggered terms, removal of director
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The chair lays out House Bill 1535. Vice Chair Martinez offers a committee substitute.
- Chairman and committee. members for taking time to hear House Bill 2091 today.
- Thank you, Chairman and Committee, for the opportunity to testify today in support of House Bill 2347
- Thank you Chairman Harris, Vice Chair Martinez, and members of the House Natural Resources Committee.
- Committee for the opportunity to present House Bill 4135. I'm sorry chairman.
Bills:
HB1520 , HB1525 , HB1530 , HB1535 , HB2068 , HB2091 , HB2347 , HB2372 , HB2805 , HB2815 , HB2867 , HB3154 , HB3482 , HB3483 , HB3663 , HB3781 , HB3901 , HB3915 , HB4135 , HB4153 , HB4158 , HB4329 , HB4331
Committee:
House Natural Resources
Keywords:
Angelina and Neches River Authority, river authority, Sunset Advisory Commission, Texas Sunset Act, Special District Local Laws Code, local government, natural resources, board of directors, director training, board governance, public testimony, open meetings, public information, conflict of interest, ethics, complaint system, general manager, board president, staggered terms, removal of director
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections Jan 16th, 2026 at 10:30 am
State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair, members of the committee. Greg Vogel, committee staff.
- candidates, political committees, and incidental committees to file an expenditure report on the 10th
- candidates, political committees, and incidental committees to file an expenditure report on the 10th
- to that committee.
- Chair, members of the committee. Greg Vogel, committee staff.
Keywords:
civic health, community engagement, committee reestablishment, public participation, governance, Washington State Leadership Board, WSLB, gift acceptance, grants, endowments, private funding, public funding, fundraising, state board, youth leadership, civic engagement, leadership development, Washington World Fellows, sports mentoring, Boundless Washington
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House State Government & Tribal Relations Jan 20th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
State Government & Tribal Relations
Transcript Highlights:
- House Bill 2352 amends the state ethics laws and aligns them with the municipal ethics laws regarding
- I move that House Bill 2281 be reported out of committee with a do pass recommendation.
- House Bill 2281 be reported out of committee with a do pass recommendation.
- I move that House Bill 2244 be reported out of committee with a do pass recommendation.
- House Bill 2244 be reported out of committee with a do pass recommendation.
Committee:
House State Government & Tribal Relations
Keywords:
conflict of interest, transparency, state employees, municipal officers, ethics, fire safety, state fire marshals, regulation, public safety, emergency services, HB 2249, Washington Technology Solutions, WaTech, civil service, classified service, exempt employees, state employment, state personnel, network security, cybersecurity
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/11/2026 - House Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections
Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair, members, House Bill 2608 establishes the military transitional housing grant program under the
- Arizona Department of Housing.
- transitional housing.
- transitional housing.
- committee to review this process.
Committees:
House Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections , House House Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections Committee of Reference
Keywords:
Arizona political parties, precinct committeeman, precinct committeemen, proxy voting, party bylaws, county committee, state committee, qualified elector, election administration, political party rules, precinct representation, adjoining precinct, county party meeting, proxy attestation, notary public, witnesses, transitional housing, military veterans, grant program, housing services
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Feb 16th, 2026 at 11:58 am
New Mexico House Floor Meeting
Bills:
HB145 , HR1 , SB29 , SB37 , SB193 , SB58 , SB64 , HB195 , HB234 , HB279 , HB287 , HB292 , HB303 , SB30 , SB35 , SB40 , SB43 , SB48 , SB96 , SB143 , HJM1 , HM7 , HM17 , HM4 , HM22 , HM23 , HM24 , HM26 , HM2 , HM16 , HM32 , HM13 , HM47 , HM20 , HM51 , HM1 , HM31 , HM35 , HM36 , HM46 , HM53 , HM54 , HM39 , HM29 , HM43 , HM59 , HM11 , HM14 , HM21 , HM34 , HM50 , HB332
Keywords:
high-wage jobs, tax credit, job creation, New Mexico, economic development, House Resolution 1, HR1, House investigatory subcommittee, special committee, legislative investigation, subpoena power, public corruption, criminal activity, Zorro ranch, Santa Fe County, public accountability, government oversight, impeachment power, children and vulnerable persons, public funds
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- ARE THERE REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES AND SUBCOMMITTEES? NONE ON THE DESK, MR. SPEAKER.
- ARE THERE MOTIONS RELATING TO COMMITTEE AND SUBCOMMITTEE REFERENCES?
- , BUT INSTEAD WE HAVE REFERRED THE BILL TO THE BUDGET COMMITTEE.
- BEFORE WE BEGIN OUR WORK THIS WEEK, I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR KEEPING FAITH WITHIN THE HOUSE.
- SPEAKER, I MOVE THE HOUSE FOR THE PURPOSE OF HOLDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS ON THE BUSINESS TO RECONVENE
Summary:
The Florida House of Representatives convened for a special session on February 11-14 to address illegal immigration legislation. Speaker Perez announced they would consider two bills and a memorial filed the previous night, with committee meetings scheduled for Wednesday and final passage on Thursday. The Speaker emphasized the legislature's role as equal participants rather than recipients of instructions, describing their approach as aggressive in combating illegal immigration while being thoughtful in methods. The session was designed to be surgical and efficient, bypassing the normal committee process except for Budget Committee review.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Press Conference: Protect Voter Registration Apr 24th, 2025 at 09:04 am
Transcript Highlights:
- in the House Elections Committee.
- Busey III, the vice chair of the House Elections Committee. Thank you so much.
- House Bill 5337 and Senate Bill 16 do not protect our democracy.
- Mejia La Plata, another member of the House Elections Committee.
- Under House Bill 5337, election workers...
Summary:
The committee meeting involved various discussions pertaining to legislative initiatives and public policy concerns. Members engaged in debates around significant topics, highlighting their diverse perspectives. The atmosphere was lively with members presenting arguments for and against certain measures. Testimonies from the public were also a key feature, shedding light on community sentiments related to proposed bills.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, July 14, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Carter, a member of our committee. committee. committee.
- I am grateful that the full committee, the full House, is considering this bill.
- I would like to take a moment to thank Chairman Westerman and the staff of the House Committee on Natural
- House Committee on Natural staff of the House Committee on Natural Resources<04:36:05.359><c> for</c
- </c> Housing Act. Housing Act.
Bills:
SB1596 , HB1770 , HB1709 , HR504 , HR410 , HR1044 , HB1729 , HB2316 , HR900 , HB3657 , HB1765 , HB1717 , HB2037 , HB1455 , HB1766 , HB1618
Keywords:
Jocelyn Nungaray, Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge, national wildlife refuge, Texas, Houston, refuge renaming, commemorative naming, federal land, US Fish and Wildlife Service, public law 119-30, immigration, illegal aliens, Tren de Aragua, memorial, wildlife refuge act, Consumer Safety Technology Act, AI for Consumer Product Safety Act, Blockchain Innovation Act, Digital Taxonomy Act, Consumer Product Safety Commission
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- quorum is present and please folks know that we have members going in and out because of other committees
- The House Committee on Administration is electronic public comment process for all Texans. be posted
- a delayed start to be able to get ourselves coordinated and hopefully check in. into the other committees
- the Texas Workforce Commission to please come forward and in order to testify on behalf of this committee
- And for that original time period, the committee met kind of independently from anything else.
Committee:
House Higher Education
Summary:
The committee meeting focused on several administrative matters, alongside public comments and expert testimonies regarding the proposed legislation. Representative Shaheen highlighted concerns regarding the parameters for public comment, ensuring that only embodied testimonies would be allowed during this session. The meeting was well-attended, and members frequently moved in and out due to overlapping committee schedules. The atmosphere was one of collaboration, underscored by a strong presence of both committee members and the public.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the posture of the United States European Command and United States Africa Command in review of the Defense Authorization Request for fiscal year 2026 and the Future Years Defense Program; to be immediately followed by a closed he Apr 3rd, 2025 at 08:30 am
Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel
Transcript Highlights:
- ♪ The committee will come to order and today we welcome General Christopher Cavoli, the Commander of
- I'd also like to take a moment to recognize that this will be the final hearing before the committee
- On behalf of this committee, thank you for your distinguished service to our nation.
- Before I begin, let me thank the committee, of course, for all your support to our service members and
- Could you give the committee a brief assessment of the battlefield?
Summary:
The committee convened to discuss various bills and hear testimonies related to legislative matters, including public concerns and implications surrounding the proposed legislation. Notably, the members engaged in a vigorous debate over SB4, where several representatives shared differing viewpoints on its impact on local communities and the environment. Public testimonies were heard, with advocates arguing for the bill's potential benefits, while opponents raised significant concerns regarding the fiscal implications and land use. Following these discussions, the committee moved to vote on HB2214, which passed without issue, illustrating the bipartisan support for certain initiatives tied to public welfare.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider the nominations of Sean Donahue, of Florida, and Jessica Kramer, of Wisconsin, both to be an Assistant Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and Brian Nesvik, of Wyoming, to be Director of the United State Apr 9th, 2025 at 08:45 am
Environment and Public Works Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- We'll have a lot of different committee meetings today.
- He is the deputy director of presidential personnel for the White House, a role that Mr.
- Fox has previously testified before this committee on the Superfund Program, so welcome back to the committee
- I'm going to go to Senator Husted from Ohio since I'm just getting back into the committee.
- I've discussed these frequently before this committee.
Summary:
The committee meeting focused on the presidential nominations of Brigadier General Brian Nesvick as Director of Fish and Wildlife and Jess Kramer and Sean Donahue as assistant administrators at the EPA. Each nominee presented their qualifications and experiences in their respective fields, with an emphasis on their commitment to uphold the laws passed by Congress. The discussion highlighted the nominees' dedication to addressing environmental issues and their proactive stances on regulatory matters. After deliberation, votes were held to report the nominations favorably, despite some members voicing concerns regarding their qualifications and potential conflicts with environmental interests.
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Apr 1st, 2026
County and Municipal Government
Transcript Highlights:
- Representative Sales, you have House Bill 568, sir. Welcome. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
- Next up, we have House Bill 433 by Representative Hassell.
- Representative Sales, you have House Representative Sales, you have House Bill<00:10:10.320><c> 568,<
- </c> out of committee, I would imagine. out of committee, I would imagine. >> go.
- Thank you, committee. Okay, what's next? Man. >> Mhm.
Committee:
Senate County and Municipal Government
Keywords:
voting rights, restoration, pardons, Parole Board, re-registration, conviction, states' voting laws, Lawrence County, Sheriff, credit card, debit card, government purchases, discretionary fund, financial accountability, tax distribution, Talladega County, economic development, public safety, rural infrastructure, child labor
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee Jan 28th, 2026
Public Safety and Homeland Security
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, last year we were in session and you guys passed out of committee and it actually passed the House
- Chair, members of the committee. All right, that brings us to House Bill 157.
- Chair, members of the committee. All right, that brings us to House Bill 157.
- Chair, members of the committee. All right, that brings us to House Bill 157.
- Thank you, committee. >> All right. Let's move back up to House Bill 157. Representative Lee.
Committee:
House Public Safety and Homeland Security
Keywords:
Crenshaw County, county board of education, school board, board of education, term limits, term length, elected officials, local constitutional amendment, Alabama Constitution, education governance, local legislation, November 2026 election, ballot measure, constitutional amendment, school board elections, law enforcement, transparency, reporting, public safety, regulation
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Press Conference: HB 2081 Jun 1st, 2025 at 11:06 am
Transcript Highlights:
- Cason and his mom testified in committee that they searched the whole country for the best program.
- I'm hoping that the majority of people in the Senate and the House can come together to solve some of
Keywords:
special education, legislation, Texas, personalized education, families testimonies, education reform, committee meeting
Summary:
The committee meeting featured strong dialogues focused on improving educational provisions for special needs students in Texas. A key highlight was the discussion around legislation aimed at personalizing educational programs to cater to individual needs, which included testimonies from families who have benefited from similar initiatives. The overall sentiment was one of urgency to rectify past shortcomings in the education system and to foster an environment where every student is given the chance to thrive. Members also expressed frustration over delayed bills and a commitment to continue fighting for progress as the session approached its end.