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OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Apr 13th, 2026
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, Senator Alvord, for having us. It is a brilliant thing for us to be back.
- Thank you, Senator Alvord, for having us. It is a brilliant thing for us to be back.
- I am a senior at Northwest Classen High School, and I am currently a page for Senator Michael Brooks
- I'm a sophomore at Fort Gibson High School, and I am honored to be paging for Senator Avery Fricks [member
- I'm a junior at Westmore High School, and I'm paging for Senator Weaver.
Bills:
HB3767, HB3934, HB4199, HB4336, HB2947, HB3834, HB4302, HB4095, HB3287, HB3649, HB4430, HB4431, HB2059, HB3647, HB3986, HB3548, HB3661, HB4346, HB3075, HB4273, HB3391, HB4128, HB3557, HB3239, HB3982, HB2123, HB2979, HB2997, HB3148, HB4108, HB4143, HB4266, HB2053, HB4058, SR30
Keywords:
controlled dangerous substances, controlled substances, drug scheduling, Schedule I, Schedule IV, anti-drug diversion, drug diversion, synthetic opioids, fentanyl analogs, designer drugs, synthetic cannabinoids, benzodiazepines, benzodiazepine analogs, opioids, hallucinogens, depressants, pharmacy regulation, narcotics control, Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control, DEA scheduling
Summary:
The Senate convened, established a quorum, offered the invocation and pledges, and recognized the doctor, psychologist, and nurse of the day. The chamber then hosted several honorary introductions and citations, including congratulations to the Murray State College shotgun team for winning back-to-back national championships and to the Coedah High School varsity wrestling team for a record-setting 5A season and state title. Both groups were formally presented citations and received Senate applause.
The Senate also considered Senate Resolution 30, which reaffirmed Oklahoma’s sister-state relationship with Taiwan, supported stronger economic and diplomatic ties, and celebrated the anniversaries of the Taiwan Relations Act and the Oklahoma-Taiwan relationship. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after brief remarks from Senator Peterson and a representative from Taiwan’s office in Houston, who thanked the Senate and spoke about Taiwan’s trade relationship, economic growth, and international challenges.
The meeting included introductions from several student pages, who described their schools, sponsoring senators, and future plans. Announcements were made for committee meetings, including Revenue and Taxation, Health and Human Services, and Appropriations and Budget, along with a reminder about Diabetes Awareness Day. The Senate then adjourned until Tuesday, April 14th at 9:30 a.m.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- And I hope, um, thank you for indulging me and for listening to me, and um let's all continue to do the
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- I taught at the high school for recording arts at St.
- </c><01:08:44.440><c> demand</c><01:08:44.719><c> for</c> High that has been in high demand for High
- I sure hope nobody has a bill for that.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- requirement for establishing a search committee, the consideration and hiring of a high-level executive
- I hope they stick around and we don't have to do this for a while.
- And the requirements for that are that they are And then one time in high school.
- And I guess I was just wondering, I saw the list of testing for high school, and I didn't see a... ..
- .testing for high school.
Summary:
The Senate Education Committee approved the January 20, 2026 minutes and then took up Senate Bill 1225, sponsored by Senator Den Hartog. The bill would codify a search committee process for public university president searches and add a 10-business-day waiting period before naming a sole finalist, with the stated goal of increasing transparency and allowing public engagement while also protecting candidates’ current jobs. Senator Den Hartog said the bill was prompted in part by the Boise State presidential search and asked that it be sent to the amending order so the waiting-period language would apply only to university president searches and not other government entities. After questions about student representation in the process, the committee voted to send SB 1225 to the amending order.
The committee also heard a print request from Senator Carlson to rename Lewis-Clark State College as Lewis-Clark State University. The request was brief and was approved to print without objection.
Later, Superintendent Debbie Critchfield introduced Idaho’s 2026 Teacher of the Year, Laron Johnson of Rigby High School. Johnson spoke at length about the importance of teacher-student relationships, mentoring, Holocaust and economics instruction, and keeping students connected to school. Committee members asked about growing school size, supporting new teachers, and rebuilding public respect for educators. Johnson emphasized relationships, administrative support, and staying focused on students. No formal action was taken on the Teacher of the Year presentation.
Critchfield then presented an informational overview of proposed federal education waivers and an EdFlex-style request that would give Idaho more flexibility over reporting and assessment requirements. She said the state wants to reduce duplicative testing, especially for third graders, and allow students to choose from an approved list of high school assessments aligned to state standards and college/career readiness. Members asked about possible inclusion of ACT, NAEP, and other multi-measure assessments. Critchfield said the list is not final and that the State Board would evaluate options. The meeting ended with a reminder that the committee would take up rules the next day, and the committee adjourned.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- requirement for establishing a search committee, the consideration and hiring of a high-level executive
- I hope they stick around and we don't have to do this for a while.
- And so by asking for this authority, we would be able to, I hope, incentivize and drive what we're all
- And the requirements for that are that they are... ...and then one time in high school.
- for high school.
Summary:
The Senate Education Committee first approved the January 20, 2026 minutes by unanimous voice vote. It then heard Senate Bill 1225 from Senator Denhardtog, which would codify a university president search process and change public disclosure rules around finalists, including a 10-business-day waiting period before naming a sole finalist. Denhardtog said the bill was intended to improve transparency while helping universities recruit top candidates, but noted the public-records language may affect more entities than intended and asked to send the bill to the amending order. The committee agreed and moved SB 1225 to the amending order.
The committee also advanced RS 32-84-8-C-1, a request from Senator Carlson to print a bill changing Lewis-Clark State College’s name to Lewis-Clark State University. That request was approved without discussion and sent to print.
The meeting then featured Idaho’s 2026 Teacher of the Year, Laron Johnson of Rigby High School, introduced by Superintendent Debbie Critchfield. Johnson spoke at length about the importance of teacher-student relationships, mentoring, career and technical education, Holocaust education, economics, and supporting students’ futures in Idaho. Senators asked about school size, teacher retention, and public perceptions of teachers. Critchfield then presented an informational update on Idaho’s planned federal education waiver requests, including seeking Ed-Flex authority and changes to assessment requirements, such as eliminating duplicate third-grade reading testing and allowing approved alternative high school assessments. No votes were taken on the waiver presentation, and the committee ended with notice that it would meet the next day to consider rules.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- We are hoping for your support for this memorial. Thank you. Next.
- So thanks for flagging the issue. And we hope for your support.
- After that, we had hoped we would have gotten coverage for the Ruidoso area and other areas that are
- You for the year for $25,000 coverage.
- I do want to, if I can, commend Senator Thornton for doing mitigation, and I hope he's doing it according
Keywords:
insurance, wildfire, flood damage, natural disasters, property coverage, water projects, appropriation, New Mexico, finance authority, infrastructure, New Mexico Finance Authority, funding, SB193, acequia, community ditch, irrigation works construction fund, water infrastructure, ditch infrastructure, irrigation, New Mexico water law
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Economic and Rural Development Aug 11th, 2025
Economic & Rural Development & Policy Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- We're hopeful that we can have a good quality of life for them. I stand for any questions.
- Because Berlin High School has the capability for, you know, one or two things.
- For replacement or other opportunities for funding, the New Mexico Grow money, the workforce, the high
- demand, high wage money for $60 million does allow some funding for program equipment.
- That funding is for completing bids and preliminary agreements, and we hope to make that public by the
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- For those who wish to comment on the topic on today's agenda, which is high-speed rail... ...and its
- This area will serve as the logistics hub for high-speed rail materials.
- The administration needs to put its full muscle behind permitting reform for high-speed rail and for
- I hope it can happen because it's important for this project and other projects.
- Benjamin Belknap, High-Speed Rail Inspector General. Thank you for being here. Mr.
Summary:
The Senate Transportation Committee held an informational hearing on the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s 2026 draft business plan, with testimony from the authority, the Legislative Analyst’s Office, and the High-Speed Rail Inspector General. Chair Cortese framed the hearing around the project’s recent changes: a new CEO, revised delivery strategy, loss of federal funds, renewed interest in private financing and value capture, and proposed adjustments to the Merced-to-Bakersfield segment. He also raised concerns about statutory compliance, transparency, and whether the draft plan fully reflects required elements and true costs and timelines.
Authority CEO Ian Chaudhry said the project has made substantial construction progress in the Central Valley and is moving toward track installation, with the state’s $1 billion annual cap-and-invest funding providing a stable base. He argued the plan uses design optimization, direct procurement of materials, and revised sequencing to reduce costs and support an early operating segment by about 2032-33. He also promoted broader commercialization of the corridor through real estate, energy, broadband, logistics, and public-private partnerships, saying private sector interest is now real. Several senators pressed him on station locations, tax increment financing, utility relocation authority, permitting delays, transparency, and whether the project can realistically reach Los Angeles and San Francisco on the current timeline and budget.
The LAO and Inspector General were more skeptical. LAO analyst Helen Kirstine said the draft plan assumes major scope changes, including a shorter segment, a Merced station outside downtown, more single-tracking, and several statutory changes that have not yet been enacted. She warned that the plan may not comply with recent legislative requirements, that funding may still be insufficient even for the reduced segment, and that borrowing against future cap-and-invest revenues is risky because those revenues are uncertain and volatile. Inspector General Ben Belknap said the draft plan fails to comply with newer statutory requirements, especially regarding the Merced-to-Bakersfield scope, the funding plan, and missing procurement milestone dates. He said the presentation obscures cost increases and schedule delays and limits the Legislature’s ability to compare current estimates with prior reports.
Committee members generally supported continued oversight and some form of project delivery reform, but several expressed concern that the plan relies on legislative changes that have not been approved and on private financing that may not materialize. Chaudhry said the authority would address the Inspector General’s findings in the final business plan and continue to pursue federal grants, private capital, and corridor commercialization. No vote was taken at the hearing.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- It's very difficult for city, county, state, and school districts in these times of high inflation, and
- They were hoping for an increase to the basic allotment.
- A liability defense fund for teachers being able to defend themselves is really not a very high cost
- , especially for high-needs campuses.
- I also hope we can look at increased salaries for our first and second-year teachers.
Keywords:
teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, SB 26, Texas Property Code, colonia, colonias, Spanish translation, bilingual contract, real estate contract, executory contract, residential property, border county, international border, economically distressed area, consumer protection, language access, translator certified in Spanish
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Education Study Dec 17th, 2025 at 01:11 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- My name is Hope Morales, and I'm the Executive Director for Teach Plus New Mexico.
- high-performing schools aren't penalized for their success.
- Without the restoration of funding, the high... That was two minutes. Thank you for joining us.
- high priority for the Legislative Education Study Committee.
- Steps of a pilot program for conflict resolution training for elementary and junior high schools.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- For example, our eighth-graders themselves fill out their own registration information for high school
- For example, our eighth-graders themselves fill out their own registration information for high school
- For example, our eighth-graders themselves fill out their own registration information for high school
- Scholars graduate high school in four years, and most choose high schools that offer opportunities for
- ninth grade and for their entire high school experience.
ND
Transcript Highlights:
- For a brilliant few students, a full-ride scholarship is waiting for them when they graduate from high
- So why on earth would they pay for credits while they're in high school?
- So why on earth would they pay for credits while they're in high school?
- So we're going to shift that a little bit for high school math.
- access to early learning experiences for high-need communities.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Republican Leaders Media Availability Mar 3rd, 2026 at 09:15 am
Transcript Highlights:
- Thanks for opening up. Thanks, everyone, for being here this morning, eighth week.
- So I certainly open for questions. Thanks for being here today. Perfect. Thank you both.
- built for difficult times.
- And I'm not sure if you were there for that bill or not yesterday, but certainly hoping, as the bill
- But for Reps.
Summary:
Senate and House Republican leaders held a media availability in Olympia as the 2026 session entered its final full week, focusing heavily on affordability, taxes, and the state operating budget. Senators Braun and Gildon, along with House Republicans Connors and Abbarno, criticized the House and Senate budget proposals as spending billions more than forecast revenue, relying on one-time money, the rainy day fund, and what they called unrealistic assumptions. They argued the budgets would worsen a future deficit and said Democrats were prioritizing special interests over fiscal restraint.
A major topic was the proposed income tax on high earners, which Republicans said would likely expand over time and drive businesses and wealthy residents out of Washington. They also discussed other tax proposals they said would hurt affordability, including changes affecting data centers, nicotine products, prescription drug warehousing, retail bags, and bottles. House Republicans said they were working with some Democrats to oppose the income tax and urged the governor to veto it if it reaches his desk. They also said the budget process has excluded Republican input and relied on closed-door negotiations.
Republicans also raised several policy issues they said were stalled or killed this session, including juvenile rehabilitation reform, child endangerment and fatality reporting, tort reform, and housing and energy policy. They criticized the House for not advancing measures they said would help with child safety, juvenile justice, housing supply, and energy diversity, and they opposed a data center tax/clawback bill they said could discourage investment and jobs, especially in rural communities. In response to questions, Braun said he planned to raise the income tax, the budget, juvenile rehabilitation, child endangerment, and tort reform in an upcoming meeting with the governor. No votes were taken during the availability.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Full Formal with Calendar) Apr 9th, 2026
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- For those reasons, I hope this amendment is not adopted. Senator Tarr. Thank you, Mr. President.
- I hope the amendment is adopted. The gentleman has asked for a standing vote.
- In this particular amendment, Neighbor Health has offered a pharmaceutical tech program for local high
- This is for $50,000 for capital improvements to Randolph High School, specifically to update the restroom
- So I want to thank them for their advocacy, and I hope that this amendment carries. Thank you, Mr.
Summary:
The Senate considered a supplemental appropriations bill and a series of amendments focused on education, health, transportation, and tax administration. Senator Kennedy spoke in support of increasing funding for DTA caseworkers to improve SNAP access and reduce errors, citing food insecurity and staffing shortages, but then withdrew the amendment by unanimous consent. Senator O’Connor’s amendment providing $500,000 for Free Period to supply menstrual products in public schools was adopted, as was Senator Miranda’s $1 million METCO transportation and student support amendment. Senator Collins withdrew an amendment to extend paid family and medical leave and unemployment insurance to graduate student workers. Other adopted amendments included funding for Bridgewater Middle School water filtration, Randolph High School restroom improvements, Uffum’s Corner Health Center, and NeighborHealth’s student pharmacy technician program.
Several amendments were debated and rejected after standing votes. Senator Tarr proposed oversight and reporting requirements for the Group Insurance Commission and the MBTA deficiency fund, as well as a 90-day notice requirement for tax-code decoupling with major fiscal impacts; all were opposed and not adopted. Senator Rodrigues and Senator Crighton argued that the GIC and MBTA already have oversight mechanisms and need flexibility, while Tarr argued the measures would improve transparency and fiscal discipline. Senator DiDomenico withdrew a Chapter 70 education funding amendment after speaking about declining enrollment, school funding losses, and the need to protect gateway city districts; he also used the opportunity to reaffirm support for gender-affirming care funding. Senators Collins and others echoed concerns about school funding inequities and the need for future action.
The Senate also adopted a motion to adjourn in memory of Arthur H. Tobin, a former Quincy mayor, state representative, state senator, and longtime clerk magistrate of Quincy District Court, with a detailed tribute to his public service and military record. After all amendments were resolved, the Senate substituted the new draft, ordered the bill to a third reading, and then passed House No. 5280 to be engrossed by a roll call vote of 35-4. The chamber then agreed to adjourn until the following Monday at 11 a.m., with the clerk directed not to print a calendar.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Housing and Homelessness Prevention - 04/01/25
Housing and Homelessness Prevention
Transcript Highlights:
- I hope through this process we will continue to be able to prioritize housing for all motans.
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- Thank you for your testimony. Next you. Thank you for your testimony.
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HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Mahalo to each of you for your leadership and for being here to engage in the legislative process.
- Mahalo, and hope you enjoy the rest of your day. Thanks for visiting us at the Capitol.
- Mahalo, and hope you enjoy the rest of your day. Thanks for visiting us at the Capitol.
- School, Kalah High School, and Kua High School.
- Campbell High School.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session Jun 8th, 2026
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- High School.
- Canton High.
- So thank you for that. Mr.
- So I hope the amendment is adopted, and I do hope, Mr.
- And I do hope, Mr.
Summary:
The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and adopted a resolution congratulating Douglas Fire Chief John J. Perna on his retirement. It then took up several local and personnel-related bills on third reading, including sick leave banks for Shannon Manning of the Trial Court and Stephanie Rivera of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office; both were amended to add emergency preambles and passed to be engrossed. The Senate also passed to be engrossed bills concerning special meetings of the Holyoke City Council, the Reading town charter, and a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption for North Attleboro, and ordered a Fall River land conveyance bill to third reading.
The chamber also paused for a personal privilege recognition honoring Canton High School’s state champion teams. Senators and guests celebrated the school’s 2025 Division II golf champions, Division II boys hockey champions, and Division III girls track and field champions, along with coaches and school officials, with remarks praising their accomplishments and community support.
Later, the Senate considered a House bill creating a temporary summer 2026 pilot allowing municipalities to extend liquor license hours and permit public consumption in designated districts. A reporting requirement amendment offered by Senator Tarr was adopted, the bill was ordered to third reading, and it was passed to be engrossed. The House then returned the bill with a further amendment, which the Senate concurred in. The Senate also suspended rules and referred a Newton pension obligation bonds bill to the committees on municipalities and regional government. Finally, the Senate adopted the emergency preamble for the liquor-license pilot bill, passed it to be enacted, and adjourned to meet again on Thursday at 11 a.m.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session Jun 8th, 2026
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- through third grade shall be high-quality instructional materials used for intervention, supplemental
- The high-quality materials section in this bill also does not recognize that for Indigenous languages
- But I'm hoping that is provided for also for all the other students who receive instruction, so...
- But I'm hoping that is provided for also for all the other students who receive instruction.
- I think they're crucial for ensuring consistent high-quality math education.
Keywords:
foster children, school transportation, education funding, public education, child welfare, New Mexico Highlands University, soccer field, women's sports, infrastructure improvement, funding allocation, student athletes, appropriation, New Mexico State University, nutrition, travel support, funding, education, university support, financial assistance, parenting students
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Pro Forma Floor Session Feb 18th, 2026 at 12:30 pm
Washington Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I hope for our children's sake that we can get beyond all of this.
- President, thank you for your grace, and I hope we can pass Senate Resolution 8687.
- They provided jobs in agriculture for thousands and thousands of high school kids back when I was in
- But I had a chance to visit these young women this morning, and, you know, I have high hopes for them
- I have high hopes for them in the future.
Summary:
The Senate first handled routine business, including approving the previous day’s journal, receiving House messages transmitting House Bill 73 and Second Substitute House Bill 1784, and referring Senate Bill 6353 to the Committee on State Government, Tribal Affairs, and Elections. It then moved to resolutions.
Senate Resolution 8687, commemorating the 84th anniversary of Executive Order 9066 and acknowledging the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II, drew extensive remarks in support from several senators. Speakers emphasized the injustice of the internment, the contributions of Japanese American veterans and civil rights activists, the importance of remembrance, and the need to prevent similar abuses in the future. The resolution was adopted by voice vote.
The Senate also considered Senate Resolution 8688, recognizing Washington’s dairy farms and the role of dairy producers in the state’s economy and communities. Senators shared personal ties to dairy farming and praised the hard work of family farms, dairy workers, and industry representatives. The resolution was adopted by voice vote, and visiting members of the Washington State Dairy Council, Dairy Women’s Organization, and Dairy Ambassadors were recognized in the gallery.
At the close of business, the Senate agreed to adjourn until 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Finance Division II (02/09/2026)
Transcript Highlights:
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- competency exam for high school students.<00:06:59.360><c> That</c><00:06:59.680><c> requirement</c>
- But basically, if money came in this fiscal year, he would hope to set aside funds for the contingency
- Angel said that if money came in this fiscal year, he would hope to set aside funds for the contingency
- </c> for today. Thank you all. for today. Thank you all.
Summary:
The Finance Division met to consider two bills: HB 112 and HB 1399. On HB 112, members debated a proposal tied to civics education requirements for public higher education. Supporters argued the measure would reinforce basic civic knowledge and noted that a similar high school requirement had already been enacted with little apparent fiscal impact. Opponents said the legislature should not dictate university curriculum and raised concerns about administrative burden and precedent. The committee voted 5-3 to recommend ought to pass.
The committee then heard testimony on HB 1399, which concerned Claremont and retroactive school building aid related to past construction during the state moratorium on building aid. A Claremont representative explained the district’s history, estimated the lost state aid, and said any funds would likely be used for contingency, tax relief, or future liabilities, while preferring normal building aid participation going forward. Members discussed whether the issue reflected state policy, local governance, or both, and whether the bill would create an unfair retroactive precedent or a broader statewide obligation.
After discussion, the committee voted on an ITL motion for HB 1399. The motion failed, and the committee instead approved the bill 7-1. The chair then closed the hearing and adjourned the meeting.