Video & Transcript Research : 'Alabama Sunset Committee'
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- all all right ladies and gentlemen the Alabama right ladies and gentlemen the Alabama right ladies and
- all right next move on to committee report secretary call First committee put from the committee on
- and South Alabama that north Alabama and South Alabama that north Alabama and South Alabama that needs
- so what that committee so what that committee so what that we had gone through committee yesterday we
- the people of Alabama um agree with that the people of Alabama um agree with that the people of Alabama
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- Now move on to committee report. Now move on to committee report.
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- committee substitute. committee substitute.
Summary:
The Alabama Senate convened with prayer, the pledge, and a quorum present, then approved the prior journal and allowed bills and committee reports to be introduced throughout the day. The chamber received multiple committee reports, including favorable reports on several finance and taxation bills, confirmations, local bills, and a series of resolutions. The Senate also confirmed several appointments to higher education and university boards, including Nicholas J. Balden, Jennifer Wit, Ronnie Stalworth, and Rex Reynolds, using long or previous roll calls as applicable.
The Senate adopted a special order calendar that set up floor consideration of several bills, including measures on physician assistants, seafood/aquaculture, motor vehicles, campaign practices, property insurance and energy reduction, child custody, and school bus drivers. During debate on the special order calendar, Senator Smitherman raised concern that no bills on the calendar were sponsored by minority members, noting a prior understanding that minority-sponsored bills should be represented; Senator Wagner responded that the calendar was prepared based on legislation rather than sponsor party, and the exchange ended with an agreement to continue moving forward. The Senate then adopted the special order calendar and began taking up the listed bills.
On the special order calendar, the Senate advanced House Bill 156 on physician assistant compacts, House Bill 277 on seafood/aquaculture tastings, and House Bill 42 on motor vehicles, with supporters describing each as consumer-friendly or supportive of industry. The chamber also considered local legislation, including bills for Madison, Tallapoosa, and Shelby counties; House Bill 337 for Madison County was amended and carried over, while House Bills 490, 491, and 493 passed after roll-call votes. Throughout the meeting, the Senate also adopted several commendatory and memorial resolutions, including measures honoring individuals, recognizing organizations and events, and naming a highway, with most adopted by voice vote and no recorded opposition.
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Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Children and Senior Advocacy Committee Mar 19th, 2025
Children and Senior Advocacy
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- Madame Chair and members of the committee, thank you so much for this opportunity. committee, thank you
- Committee members, as the chairwoman said, my name is Huie Hosmack.
- Several of our Alabama sheriffs are present in the room with you today because Alabama sheriffs stand
- I'm the District Attorney of Russell County, Alabama.
- That's my commitment to this committee.
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Coach Safely Act, youth athletics, noncompliance penalties, Department of Public Health, youth athlete, social media, age verification, minors, under 16, children online safety, online privacy, platform regulation, deceptive trade practice, Attorney General, civil penalties, punitive damages, consumer protection, account creation, algorithmic feeds, internet safety
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Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Joint Contract Review Committee Meeting Jun 4th, 2026
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- Any other comments from committee? We'll Any other comments from committee?
- Chairman and committee members. My name is Amanda Samford.
- Chairman and members of the committee.
- I represent the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles.
- We have one contract that's before the committee.
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is whereas the Legislature of Alabama is whereas the Legislature of Alabama - >> Because I'm an Alabama representative, and I represent Alabama, and I'm fighting for Alabama. >> Okay
- of Alabama. of Alabama. >> Thank<02:11:12.800>
you. >> Thank you. - way passed through the Senate committee. way passed through the Senate committee.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, September 8, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
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- The gentleman from Alabama. Mr. Figures: Mr.
- THE GENTLEMAN FROM ALABAMA. MR. FIGURES: MR.
- The gentleman from Alabama. Mr.
- THE GENTLEMAN FROM ALABAMA. MR.
- , the Veterans' Affairs Committee, and the Armed Services Committee.
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- Thank you, committee. committee. committee. >> All<00:03:14.800>
right. - and uh I used to serve on this committee and uh I used to serve on this committee so<00:03:40.400
- but this legislation will give Alabama but this legislation will give Alabama we're<00:04:16.560
- Thank you committee. committee. committee. >> Thank<00:08:00.000>
you. - health provider in Alabama. health provider in Alabama.
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Elmore County, rental tax, tax revenue, infrastructure funding, economic development, Ma-Chis Lower Creek Indian Tribe, tribal police, reservation security, state-recognized tribe, law enforcement authority, certified police officer, Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission, P.O.S.T., trespass, warrantless arrest, tribal land, sovereignty, public safety, Indian tribe, reservation
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Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Joint General Fund Budget Hearings Jan 29th, 2026
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- Alabama is not alone in any of this.
- administered in Alabama by Blue Cross. administered in Alabama by Blue Cross.
- in Alabama know what Alabama needs best. in Alabama know what Alabama needs best.
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sir.
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Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Contract Review Legislative Oversight Committee Feb 6th, 2025
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- Well, good morning, Chairman Roberts and members of the committee.
- I'm not sure if the Pathways for Alabama Computer Science... ...Pathways for Alabama computer science
- Is he an Alabama licensed physician? He is, and he's an Alabama native.
- My name is Sam White, and I'm with the Alabama Medicaid Agency.
- Good morning, I'm Dudley Perry from the Alabama Department of Youth. from the Alabama Department of Youth
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New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Commerce and Consumer Affairs (04/16/2026)
Commerce and Consumer Affairs
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- Chairman, members of the committee.
- other questions from the committee other questions from the committee members?
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- Chair and Committee.
Summary:
The committee held a public hearing on Senate Bill 562, which would create a home damage mitigation and resilience grant program aimed at helping homeowners make property improvements that could reduce insurance costs and non-renewals. Commissioner DJ Bettencourt of the New Hampshire Insurance Department explained that the program is modeled in part on Alabama’s safer homes program, but tailored for New Hampshire hazards such as floods, microbursts, heavy snow, ice, and falling trees. He said the grants would be limited to primary residences, subject to a means test, capped at $10,000, and intended to help homeowners make targeted improvements such as roof fortification or tree removal that could improve underwriting outcomes and lead to premium discounts.
Bettencourt said the program would not use state taxpayer funds and would instead rely on philanthropic donations, possible federal or regional housing-bank funding, and other outside sources. He said the department would not need new staff, and that a current position could be reconfigured to help administer the program part-time. Committee members asked about the funding language, the meaning of “loans” in the bill, whether there were any other states using a similar no-state-funds model, and how many homeowners could be helped. Bettencourt said Rhode Island and Connecticut were moving forward in a similar way, and that the number of beneficiaries would depend on how much money is raised.
Members also questioned how the grant program would actually lower premiums, whether savings would apply only to participants or more broadly, and how the IBHS evaluation process would work. Bettencourt and department staff said the direct benefit would be to the homeowner whose property is improved, though neighbors could also benefit in some cases. They explained that IBHS is a building-safety organization that certifies contractors and inspectors and that its standards can qualify homes for insurer discounts. Questions were also raised about confidentiality provisions, first-come-first-served grant awards, rollover of unused applications, and possible tax treatment of donations. The sponsor said those details would be addressed through rulemaking or existing tax rules, and no vote was taken during the hearing.
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Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Children and Youth Health Committee Apr 9th, 2025
Children and Youth Health
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- Thank you for your committee.
- We've had public outcry and distinguished lawmakers from the state of Alabama.
- I highly respect the state of Alabama. I highly respect your duties and responsibilities.
- Alabama has a chance to really be a leader.
- Um, there's patients in Alabama that... ...Um, there's patients in Alabama that need care now more than
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, March 24, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
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- gentleman from Alabama. gentleman from Alabama.
- gentleman from Alabama. gentleman from Alabama.
- Alabama is recognized. Alabama is recognized.
- I would like to again recognize my Democratic Committee >> The gentleman from Alabama is recognized.
- I would like to again recognize my Democratic Committee >> The gentleman from Alabama is recognized.
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- Welcome to the Alabama Senate. Great to have you. All right, now move on to committee report.
- From the Committee on Confirmations, Senate Confirmation 44, appointing Eric Bone to the Alabama
- From the Committee on Confirmations, Senate Confirmation 42, appointing Morgan Garner to the Alabama
- From the Committee on Confirmation, Senate Confirmation 61, appointing Joe Brown to the Alabama Board
- From the Committee on Confirmation, Senate Confirmation 62, appointing Brian Williams to the Alabama
Summary:
The Alabama Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, excused absent senators, and adopted the previous day’s journal. The chamber received several House messages referring local bills to the Committee on Local Legislation, including measures affecting Lawrence, Clayurn, Limestone, Shelby, and Alabaster. The Senate also recognized guests in the gallery, including local leaders, law enforcement officials, and a Jackson County Junior Leadership group.
During personal privilege remarks, Senator Figures offered a tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr., highlighting his civil rights legacy, political influence, and impact on Black voter participation and representation; the Senate observed a moment of silence. Senator Smitherman also thanked her for the remarks. The Senate then adopted Senate Joint Resolution 47, mourning the death and celebrating the life of John J. Guthrie Jr., and Senate Joint Resolution 48, commending Tommy Jax for emergency actions to help a sick child.
The Senate considered numerous confirmations from the Committee on Confirmations, all receiving favorable reports and being confirmed by unanimous or near-unanimous roll calls, including Walter Bracie and Eric Bone to the Alabama Manufactured Housing Commission, Morgan Garner and Susie Beal to the Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure, and Joe Brown, Brian Williams, James Spears, Charles Hedrickk, and Kathy Pierce to the Alabama Board of Polygraph Examiners. Committee reports also advanced several bills, including local legislation and county/municipal government measures.
On the floor, the Senate adopted a special order calendar and passed or adopted several bills: SB 239 on child custody jurisdiction enforcement, SB 190 on a sales tax exemption for an ocular eye service company, SB 252 on Governor’s Mansion Authority employees and leave benefits, SB 170 on health savings account regulatory coordination, SB 210 on the chiropractic board, SB 242 on commercial driver’s licenses, and SB 70 on crimes and offenses. SB 247 on insurance was carried over at the sponsor’s request for further work, and SB 83 on guardianships and conservatorships was taken up with discussion of a committee amendment to clarify removal of proceedings from probate to circuit court and notice requirements; the transcript cuts off before final action on that bill.
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- Alabama Law Institute.
- Chairman and committee.
- Chairman and committee. >> Thank you, Mr. Chairman and committee.
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committee. you committee. you committee. - Thank you, committee. committee. committee. >> Appreciate<01:04:49.280>
it.
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- Additionally, the Alabama Education Partnership, Teach for America Alabama, the Alabama Expanded Learning
- Chair, the clerk will now receive reports from standing committees.
- [Applause] House, certainly congratulations to Alabama State and all the Alabama teams that are still
- In 1982, the Alabama Cotton... Mr.
- The committee substitute has been adopted. I would ask for...
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Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Joint Legislative Budget Hearings Feb 5th, 2025
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- So, here's Alabama Chairman Garrett.
- The prepandemic comparison of U.S. and Alabama unemployment rates and workforce...
- Additionally, there are funds for an Alabama metro area crime suppression unit.
- The committee members will be receiving spreadsheets and other documents that will break this down.
- We've had a lot of internal discussions in our committee about what those weights should be.
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- We're not going to tolerate Alabama.
- Alabama Fereral Hog Control Council. Alabama Fereral Hog Control Council.
- > the Alabama Conservation Enforcement the Alabama Conservation Enforcement Officers<01:00:58.319>
- feral hogs here in the state of Alabama. feral hogs here in the state of Alabama.
- That included the Alabama Wildlife Federation, Alpha, Alabama Soil and Water Conservation, I think the
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, September 9, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
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- The gentleman from Alabama. back. The gentleman from Alabama.
- Alabama seek recognition? Alabama seek recognition?
- Rogers of Alabama.
- The gentleman from Alabama. Alabama. Alabama. >> Reserves. >> Reserves.
- from Alabama. You are recognized. from Alabama. You are recognized.
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- And the Alabama State 911 Board appointees are approved. Moving.
- The Alabama State 911 Board appointees are approved. Moving on.
- I live in Tallapoosa County and I have lived in Alabama since 1995.
- Any questions from the committee for Miss Eisenberg or anybody from the Alabama Forestry Commission?
- Any questions from the committee? Any questions from the committee?
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- Alabama judicial system. >> Entertain a motion. >> So move. >> Moved by Fner or second by Clark.
- >> HR 162 by Oliver encouraging the Alabama >> HR 162 by Oliver encouraging the Alabama
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