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WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Legislative Committee on Water Supply During Drought Apr 30th, 2026
Joint Legislative Committee on Water Supply During Drought
Transcript Highlights:
- Snowpack serves as natural storage. Thank you.
- Snowpack serves as natural storage, and warm temperatures and less precipitation in winter lead to less
- Cliff Mass from the University of Washington, Atmospheric and Climate Science. Dr.
- Cliff Mass from the University of Washington Atmospheric and Climate Science.
Summary:
The committee met with a quorum and first elected Rep. Reeves as chair and Rep. Dent as vice chair for the coming year, with the vote appearing unanimous. After a brief discussion about who would chair the rest of the meeting, the committee proceeded to its regular agenda focused on the 2026 drought situation in Washington.
The Washington state climatologist, Karen Mbacca, and Department of Ecology drought staff presented data showing a statewide drought declaration issued April 8 due to very low snowpack, warm winter temperatures, and resulting water supply concerns. They described the state’s statutory drought criteria, current reservoir and streamflow conditions, Yakima Basin water supply forecasts, likely summer temperature and precipitation outlooks, and the possibility of an El Niño developing later in the year. Ecology said the declaration makes $3 million in drought response grants available and allows expedited water transfer processing, and staff said they are already hearing concerns about impacts to agriculture, fish, and drinking water systems.
Committee members discussed the need for longer-term drought preparedness, possible legislative tools, and whether additional funding or reservoir/storage strategies should be considered. Rep. Dent and others asked about available grant money and future mitigation planning, while Ecology said it is open to working with the legislature and stakeholders on resilience measures. The committee then heard a contrasting presentation from Dr. Cliff Mass of the University of Washington, who argued there is no current drought emergency because reservoirs are full, precipitation and soil moisture are near or above normal in many areas, and agriculture is performing well; he said the state’s drought declaration is not justified by current conditions. Members questioned him about reservoir capacity, drought definitions, and forecasts, and the meeting ended with several members thanking departing legislators and noting the importance of continued water planning.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 47 - 1 Apr 27th, 2026
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And medical school at OSU Center for Health Sciences. Please make Dr.
- And medical school at OSU Center for Health Sciences. Please make Dr.
- When she is not working, she enjoys hiking, eating good food, and spending time in nature.
- And then some that you just naturally gravitate toward: Cody Maynard and Jared Kendricks.
Summary:
The House convened, called the roll, and opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a series of recognitions and presentations. Members honored Vice Admiral Jeff Trusler as Veteran of the Week, recognized the Prague Kolache Festival royalty and candidates, unveiled an artwork for the Capitol’s Hall of Heroes, and introduced the Doctor, Psychologist, and Nurse of the Day, along with the OSBI cold case team. The House also adopted HCR 1026, a resolution tied to Earth Day and “Lights Out Day” in Oklahoma, aimed at reducing light pollution and protecting migrating birds.
A major portion of the meeting consisted of farewell remarks from Representatives Mike Osborne and Kevin West. Both reflected on their years of service, thanked family, staff, colleagues, and constituents, and emphasized themes of public service, hard work, conviction, and working across differences. Osborne’s remarks focused on freedom, immigration, service, and doing good in public life, while West stressed standing on principle, listening to others, and choosing courage over convenience.
After the presentations and personal privilege speeches, the House moved into consideration of legislation. Chairman Caldwell presented the joint committee report on Senate Bill 1130, relating to the University Hospitals Authority, saying it would help ensure Oklahoma and the University of Oklahoma have one of the world’s leading pediatric cardiology units. The transcript ends as members begin considering the bill, with no final vote shown in the excerpt.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 25-after Call of the Chair Mar 16th, 2026
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Corps at Ohio University in 1989, graduating as a distinguished military graduate with a Bachelor of Science
- She is also an adjunct faculty member with OSU Health Sciences, precepting medical students during their
- If the activity planned is energy storage, where you're putting natural gas back into the hole, then
- If the activity planned is energy storage, where you're putting natural gas back into the hole, then
Bills:
HR1038 , HB3263 , HB3127 , HB2997 , HB3115 , HB2123 , HB3587 , HB3028 , HB2035 , HB3369 , HB3620 , HB3621 , HB3622 , HB3624 , HB3175 , HB3173 , HB3178 , HB1979 , HB4476
Summary:
The House convened with prayer, the pledge, and several recognitions, including Veteran of the Week Major General (ret.) Tony L. Wright, Doctor of the Day Dr. Jeanette Kelly, Capitol Day students, Girl Scouts, and family members of legislators. Members also adopted House Resolution 1038 honoring the Oklahoma Youth Expo and its agricultural education and scholarship impact, including recognition of top ag mechanics exhibitors.
The chamber then considered and passed several bills, including HB 3263 designating the morel mushroom as the state mushroom; HB 315 setting qualifications and a term limit for the Department of Corrections director; HB 2123 revising authorization for an Arkansas River bridge project near Bigsby; HB 3587 allowing court-ordered outpatient mental health treatment; HB 3028 allowing career techs in public schools to pass along credit card surcharges; HB 2035 clarifying transportation protection agreements related to funeral services; HB 3369 allowing food trucks to use two fire extinguishers and training in lieu of an automatic suppression system; and a series of census-related bills creating a census count committee, reestablishing a state data center function, and updating Commerce technology for census address work. The House also passed HB 3624 to standardize county boundary mapping, HB 3175 creating an Oklahoma Advanced Nuclear Energy Office, HB 3173 allowing repurposing of orphaned and abandoned wells for geothermal or energy storage uses, and HB 4476 creating a revolving-fund rebate program to help smaller communities compete for music events and tourism.
Two measures failed on final passage: HB 3178, which would have created a standard depreciation table for county assessors to value farm equipment, and HB 1979, which would have created an Early Childhood Task Force. In both cases, members later served notice of intent to reconsider the failed votes. The House also reconsidered and passed previously failed motions on HB 3127 and HB 2997. Most bills that reached final passage were approved by recorded vote, with HB 3178 failing 43-45 and HB 1979 failing 46-43. The House adjourned until the next scheduled meeting.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Higher Education and Workforce Development Feb 10th, 2026
Higher Education and Workforce Development
Transcript Highlights:
- something belonging to the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, or the Department of Natural
- Representative Smith asked one more question: was the sponsor at all concerned about the natural resources
- He added that they have addressed the technical side, the science side, and the engineering side, and
- about how to plan and prepare for this type of industry in Missouri, in terms of the professional sciences
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education Jan 14th, 2026
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education
Transcript Highlights:
- My background—engineer, math, science, et cetera—enjoys helping the school.
- do is figure out how we can integrate more degrees, whether it’s a PA school or something of that nature
- integrate more degrees, whether it's a, at some point, maybe you could have a PA school or something that nature
- As part of that, the college last year added three new bachelor's programs: one in biological sciences
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee on Higher Education received a presentation from the Governor’s Office on the proposed higher education budget, which emphasized no tuition or fee increases for Florida residents, continued affordability, and increased funding across workforce, colleges, and universities. The presentation highlighted major investments in Bright Futures, other scholarships, workforce development, the Florida College System, and the State University System, including funding for performance, student success, campus safety, and faculty recruitment and retention. Committee members asked questions about the Ocoee Scholarship, the proposed Guardian program on campuses, and how university recruitment and retention funds would be used; officials said the Ocoee Scholarship remains funded at current levels, Guardian options could vary by campus, and university funds would be distributed to institutions for faculty recruitment and retention without additional directives.
The committee then heard testimony from a series of appointees and reappointees to boards of trustees for state colleges and universities. Witnesses from Eastern Florida State College, Lake-Sumter State College, State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota, Miami Dade College, Northwest Florida State College, and St. Johns River State College described their backgrounds and stressed workforce development, affordability, dual enrollment, nursing, cybersecurity, adult learners, and local economic needs. Several highlighted strong nursing outcomes and job placement, and some discussed campus expansion, business incubators, and programs tailored to regional industries. One appointee from Miami Dade College emphasized helping adult students return and complete degrees by better using prior credits.
After hearing from the appointees, the committee took up the confirmation package as a block. A motion was made and seconded, the roll was called, and the confirmations were reported favorably by the committee. The meeting then adjourned.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Is a bright spot in House District 74 literally because they are the largest producer of natural gas
- Also, George and Eblett, Sally and Ed, we're all connected. with the University of Texas Marine Science
- Whereas, known for its warm climate and natural beauty Harlingen draws numerous outdoor enthusiasts to
- Programs for Certification in Marketing Education and Certification in Health Science Technology Education
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Should Minnesota mandate coverage for infertility treatment? 4/8/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Many are discarded as medical waste, donated to science, or left frozen for an indefinite amount of time
- , and um and were working naturalized, and um and were working through<00:25:51.600><c> um</c><00:25:
- </c> at baseline uh humans aren't naturally at baseline uh humans aren't naturally fertile.<00:31:39.840
- You can donate them to science. And I don't even know what that means.
- What can be done to those babies when you donate them to science? Or you can let them die.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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- in that nature are generally discussed<00:48:02.720><c> in</c><00:48:02.920><c> our</c><00:48:03.080
- Well, there are a lot of environmental science courses that include climate change or climate crisis
- It was around holistic science scores.
Committee:
House Education Policy
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Mar 21st, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Adds the condition that teacher prep students who are adult learners will study the science of reading
- That will be used using the approach of science of reading. Mr.
- When it comes to the science of reading. Though, Mr.
- I've told this body that I can teach you Korean using the science of reading.
- Basically daycares, things of that nature, Mr. Speaker, gentle lady, Mr.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Make America Healthy Again Kentucky Task Force (10-15-25) - reupload
Transcript Highlights:
- It's a great time after hours to get our employees out to see the beautiful nature in eastern Kentucky
- We support all 120 counties, leveraging our expertise and the science.
- And then we have the the the science.
- </c><01:04:05.599><c> resources</c> ranges from a and natural resources ranges from a and natural resources
- </c><01:09:50.960><c> agent</c><01:09:51.279><c> in</c> family and consumer sciences agent in family
Summary:
The Make America Healthy Kentucky Task Force met with a quorum, approved the minutes, and then heard a presentation on the state’s “food is medicine” work from Kentucky Hospital Association and Kentucky Department of Agriculture leaders, including Jim Muser, Holly Harris, and Commissioner Jonathan Shell. The chair framed the discussion around personal wellness, injury prevention, and the broader goal of improving health through better sleep, nutrition, and activity, then asked the presenters to describe current initiatives and any policy changes needed.
The witnesses described a partnership linking hospitals and Kentucky farmers to improve health outcomes while supporting rural agriculture. They said the effort has moved beyond the pilot stage and now includes more than 40 hospitals statewide, with programs such as healthier hospital cafeterias, grab-and-go options, farmers markets at hospital sites, subsidized CSA boxes for employees, and medically tailored meals or groceries for patients with chronic conditions. ARH was highlighted as a leading model, with local food procurement, employee wellness efforts, and measurable outcome pilots, including a Russell County Hospital project focused on diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.
They also emphasized barriers to scaling the model, including fragmented short-term funding, lack of reimbursement for food-as-medicine programs, and burdensome procurement and testing requirements that can make it difficult for small farmers to participate. The presenters said hospitals are using their own funds or temporary grants to sustain programs and argued that policy changes are needed to simplify sourcing, expand reimbursement pathways, and support clinical measurement of outcomes. No votes or formal actions beyond approving the minutes were taken during the portion provided.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- And so while there may be a number of students who, because of the last-dollar nature of the Northstar
- I actually agree, because I think it preserves the disproportionate, inequitable nature of the state
- As a first studying political science.
- I'm double majoring in political science and Spanish studies um on a pre-law track.
- I'm double majoring in political<01:40:57.600><c> science</c><01:40:58.000><c> and</c><01:40:58.400><
Committee:
Senate Higher Education
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, March 19, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Raskin, each will control 30 minutes. amendment in the nature of a substitute amendment in the nature
- And so that's what the science of reading is all about.
- And we've seen that states that embrace the science of reading and return to the basics and a science-based
- So now that we have science of reading.
- We can return to science-based<03:23:55.120><c> literacy</c><03:23:55.600><c> instruction</c> science-based
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session May 18th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- But our contributions are not limited to medicine or science or business.
- movement, education, Including through public service, civil rights, the labor movement, education, science
- Jewish Americans have contributed to progress in nearly every field imaginable, From civil rights, science
- Jewish Americans have enriched our communities through leadership in public service, education, science
- , business, business, ...communities through leadership in public service, education, science, business
Summary:
The Assembly convened after a quorum call and opened with a prayer and pledge, then held a ceremonial observance for Jewish American Heritage Month. Assembly Concurrent Resolution 195 by Assembly Member Gabriel was presented with extensive remarks from members of multiple caucuses highlighting Jewish Californians’ contributions, the importance of solidarity amid rising antisemitism, and themes of tikkun olam and tzedakah. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 67 co-authors were added, and the chamber then recognized 14 honorees for their service in public life, philanthropy, media, faith leadership, education, and civic engagement.
The floor also featured guest introductions and a procedural vote on Assembly Constitutional Amendment 9 by Assembly Member Borrero, which would add affordability as a required consideration in CPUC rate-making, remove telecommunications from the commission’s portfolio, create an office of broadband, and expand legislative appointments. The amendment was adopted. The Assembly then moved through a long third-reading file, passing measures including AB 1697 delaying implementation of a 2025 employment law, AB 2322 on stormwater permit definitions, AB 1653 on hearing-illness education, AB 2274 closing a loophole involving secrecy in trafficking cases, AB 2512 on Anaheim Angels naming language tied to a land exemption, AB 1956 prioritizing young men and boys in suicide prevention, and AB 2273 addressing prosecutorial handling of a local sexual abuse case.
Additional bills passed included AB 1809 extending job order contracting for school and community college districts, AB 1970 banning step therapy for serious mental illness and substance use disorder medications, AB 1973 expanding practice authority for advanced practice clinicians, AB 2055 updating vessel law, and AB 2059 narrowing CEQA vehicle-mile-traveled mitigation for certain rural highway projects. The Assembly also adopted ACR 186 designating May 2026 as California Physical Fitness and Mental Well-Being Month and H.R. 11 recognizing the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, and Transphobia after a lengthy debate that included support from several caucuses and some disagreement over the resolution’s framing of current threats to LGBTQ+ communities.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Health and Human Services Jun 25th, 2025
Legislative Health & Human Services Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- There are members of HED, Department of Health, UNM Health Sciences Center.
- And so, um, AOC is working with UNM Health Sciences Center to develop the sequential Inst mapping.
- So, um, based on What we are, you know, when we're working with UNM Health Sciences Center, we're ensuring
- And so UNM is the Health Sciences Center is going to be proposing to us this sort of hybrid SIM that
- and we are still, this is still preliminary, and this is based on bandwidth and from UNM Health Sciences
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session - part 1 May 5th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Some find grounding in ancient faiths, in science and reason, in nature, or in deeply personal reflection
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, February 12, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- Stand up and support basic science. I yield back.
- Stand up and support basic science. I yield back.
- <00:44:00.680><c> I</c><00:44:00.800><c> yield</c> science I yield science I yield back<00:44:03.119>
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Jennifer Snyder on behalf of the California Life Sciences in support.
- Death certification is a medical determination grounded in forensic science, professional expertise,
- manner of death, the coroner or the medical examiner, is limited to five choices: suicide, homicide, natural
- And the way science is moving, we're learning a lot, and it's important for having partnership, right
- The science is not in dispute.
Committee:
Senate Health
Summary:
The committee heard SB 1422, which would restore Medi-Cal access for income-eligible undocumented adults beginning January 1, 2027. Senator Durazo and county, labor, health, immigrant-rights, and provider supporters argued the current enrollment freeze shifts costs to counties and hospitals, worsens preventive care, and increases expensive emergency treatment. No opposition testified. Several senators voiced support but also raised concerns about funding and the need for new revenue sources; the chair said she supported the concept and would continue working on financing, but the bill was not voted on because quorum was lost.
The committee also heard SB 1023 on PrEP access, SB 1071 on amending death certificates after a homicide finding, SB 1057 on conviction-history review for CNA and home health aide certification, and SB 1088 on advance care planning and POLST/DNR updates. SB 1023’s author and supporters said requiring pharmacy-benefit coverage for injectable PrEP would reduce administrative barriers and improve access, while health plans opposed it as an improper benefit-design mandate; members sought clarification about how the billing pathway would work. SB 1071 drew strong support from victims’ families, law enforcement, and prosecutors who said death certificates should reflect later legal homicide findings, while coroners opposed it as blurring medical and legal determinations and risking data integrity. SB 1057 was presented as a fair-chance workforce measure to expand caregiving jobs for rehabilitated people with records, with no opposition heard. SB 1088 would modernize POLST/DNR rules, including electronic signatures, out-of-state recognition, and clearer signer authority; supporters backed the changes, while clinical nurse specialists opposed the bill for not including them as authorized signers.
After quorum was established, the committee took up SB 869, which would require large chain restaurants to display an added-sugar icon next to beverages exceeding half the daily recommended sugar limit. Senator Weber Pierson and supporters from the American Diabetes Association and American Heart Association framed the bill as a transparency measure to help consumers make informed choices and reduce chronic disease risk. The senator responded to opposition concerns by saying existing nutrition information is often hard to find and that the icon would not unduly crowd menus. The hearing continued with testimony on the bill after quorum was reached, but no final vote is reflected in the transcript excerpt.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Jennifer Snyder, on behalf of the California Life Sciences, in support.
- Death certification is a medical determination grounded in forensic science, professional expertise,
- manner of death, the coroner or the medical examiner is limited to five choices: suicide, homicide, natural
- And the way science is moving, we're learning a lot, and it's important for having partnership, right
- The science is not in dispute.
Committee:
Senate Health
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee Mar 3rd, 2026
Privacy and Consumer Protection
Transcript Highlights:
- regulatory and oversight agencies need sophisticated influxes of technical, economic, and social science
- As principal deputy chief technology officer in the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy
- As principal deputy chief technology officer in the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy
- And the very nature of Flock, you know, the Anyone with no password required.
- And the very nature of Flock, you know, the fact that these cameras are linked together, can be searched
Committee:
House Privacy and Consumer Protection
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- Welcome to the second hearing of the Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources.
- Hello, members of the Joint Committee on the Environment and Natural Resources.
- Hello, members of the Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources.
- , not naturally occurring materials, yeah.
- Non-natural, not naturally occurring materials.
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources held a heavily attended hybrid hearing focused primarily on plastics reduction bills, along with a few local and related waste-management measures. Chair Rauch and Chair Barber outlined strict testimony rules because of the large number of speakers. Before the plastics docket, the committee heard support for a local Sharon sewer-extension bill for a Sunrise Senior Living project, and the bill’s proponents said the project would help address senior housing needs and would still require MWRA and local approvals. The chairs also noted a separate local matter involving Sharon and the MWRA.
A major portion of the hearing centered on the Plastics Reduction Act and related bills addressing single-use plastics, including plastic bags, polystyrene, black plastic, plastic beverage bottles, non-flushable wipes, skip-the-stuff provisions, and truth-in-labeling. Sponsors and supporters said the bills would reduce litter, microplastics, greenhouse gas emissions, and municipal waste costs, while creating statewide consistency and supporting environmental justice communities. Several speakers cited local bans already adopted by many Massachusetts cities and towns, and many urged the committee to advance comprehensive statewide action. The committee also heard testimony on a boat wrap recycling bill, a mattress recycling bill, and a bill to prohibit hotels from providing small plastic toiletries.
Municipal officials and waste professionals supported extended producer responsibility for paint and labeling for non-flushable wipes, saying these measures would shift costs away from cities and towns and reduce strain on wastewater systems. The Massachusetts Municipal Association, Mayor Ruth Ann Fuller of Newton, and a Franklin County waste official all backed paint EPR and wipes labeling. Fire Chief Brian Nardelli testified for the Fire Chiefs Association in support of lithium-ion battery legislation, citing fire safety and disposal concerns. Other speakers, including environmental groups, local activists, and business representatives, supported bag and polystyrene bans, though the Retailers Association of Massachusetts urged any bag policy to be truly statewide and said any bag fee should be retained by retailers. No votes were taken during the hearing.