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NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Ethics and Internal Governance - 03/04/2026
Ethics And Internal Governance
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm Senator Shelley Mayer, Chair of the Senate Standing Committee on Ethics and Internal Governance.
- Senator Rhoads. Thank you. All in favor? Aye. Senator Rhoads? No. Okay.
- Next is S5843 by Senator Skoufis.
- Senator Rhodes. Thank you. All in favor? Aye. Senator Rhodes? No. Okay.
- Next is S5843 by Senator Scufus.
Summary:
The Senate Standing Committee on Ethics and Internal Governance met for its first meeting of the year on March 4 at noon, with Chair Shelley Mayer and Ranking Member Steve Rhoads emphasizing a collegial approach and a shared interest in transparency, efficiency, and effective government. The committee then considered several ethics and lobbying-related bills.
On S-374, relating to lobbying for the confirmation of persons to state office, Senator Rhoads raised concern that the bill could chill individual citizens from sending emails or letters about nominees if such activity triggered lobbyist registration. The chair said the bill was intended to target organizations and entities spending significant time and money to influence nominations, and noted the sponsor might refine the language. The bill was moved forward, with Mayer voting aye and Rhoads voting nay.
The committee also advanced S-224A, which would raise the threshold for small not-for-profits subject to lobbying reporting requirements from $5,000 to $10,000, and S4039A, which would prohibit certain persons from receiving compensation for legal, consulting, or similar work for industrial development agencies, economic assistance corporations, or state and local authorities, while also addressing consultant disclosure. Rhoads supported S-224A and opposed S4039A. Finally, the committee approved S5843, which would require all lobbying filings to be submitted electronically; Rhoads opposed it, saying filing rules should allow as many compliance options as possible, while Mayer said most filers can already do so electronically. All bills were moved to the floor, and the meeting adjourned shortly thereafter.
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Transcript Highlights:
- work with Senator Wakai and Senator Kim. work with Senator Wakai and Senator Kim.
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Um Senator Kim, and Senator Inouye. Um Senator Kim, and Senator Inouye. - <01:13:09.720>
Senator Aye. Senator Kim. Aye. Senator Aye. Senator Kim. Aye. - Senator Fukunaga. Aye. Senator Kim. Aye. Senator Fukunaga. Aye. Senator Kim. Aye.
- Senator Kim. yes. Senator Fukunaga. Aye. Senator Kim.
Summary:
The committee heard multiple governor’s messages for confirmation to the Agribusiness Development Corporation board and one appointment to the Aloha Stadium Authority. For GM 606, David Ige Hinazumi was supported by ADC and DBEDT, with testimony highlighting his private-sector experience, technology background, and ability to help with risk management and finances. He told senators he had attended board meetings since 2018, saw ADC as a state business arm for agriculture, and supported expanding land, facilities, and even aquaculture if resources allowed. Senators asked about ADC’s role relative to the Department of Agriculture, and he said the department’s strength is research/regulatory work while ADC should focus on business development, support, and facilities for farmers and aquaculture businesses.
For GM 607, Jason Watts was strongly supported by ADC leadership, DBEDT, and many agricultural and community groups, with one opposing testimony from Hawaii Farm Bureau. Supporters praised his governance, accountability, transparency, and frequent communication with the agency. In questioning, Watts said ADC’s top priority should be increasing land holdings, and he discussed ADC’s role in water systems, including preserving agricultural water sources and inventorying systems statewide. He also said ADC could potentially help small farmers comply with environmental permitting through a broader, regional approach if authorized by the Legislature. The committee also heard from Joshua Uyehara for GM 682, who was supported by ADC, county officials, and farm groups. He said his priorities would be accelerating ADC projects, expanding capacity, and possibly using ADC as a center of expertise for water systems and for helping farmers with environmental requirements; he also said biofuel crops and food production can be complementary, though food should be prioritized when water is constrained.
The committee then considered GM 513, Tracy Lester Smith’s appointment to the Aloha Stadium Authority. The stadium authority and DBEDT supported her, citing her experience in NASCAR, boxing, and Bellator MMA as useful for marketing, attracting events, and commercializing the stadium. Smith said she was eager to serve and would bring experience from both the landlord and tenant perspectives, helping the board think about venue operations, sponsorships, and event attraction. Senators asked about improving public perception and execution, and she emphasized accountability, timelines, and building a venue that can draw major sports and entertainment events. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.
NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
New York State Senate Session - 03/04/2026
New York Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Motions and resolutions. Senator Gianaris. >> Good afternoon, Mr. President.
- And let's move on to the previously adopted Resolution 1789 by Senator Sepúlveda.
- Read the resolution and recognize Senator Sepúlveda. >> Secretary will read.
- Senate Resolution No. 1489, by Senator Sepúlveda, commemorating the 182nd anniversary of the independence
- Thank you again, Senator Sepúlveda, for introducing this resolution.
Summary:
The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, a moment of silent reflection, approval of the prior journal, and several ceremonial introductions. Senator Mayer welcomed students and alumni from the New York Alliance for Early College Pathways, highlighting early college opportunities for high school students. Senator Zellner introduced members of the Buffalo Professional Firefighters Union Local 282 and honored fallen Buffalo firefighter Jayson Arno, with remarks praising firefighters’ service and sacrifice.
The chamber then took up Senate Resolution 1489, commemorating the 182nd anniversary of Dominican Republic independence. Senator Sepúlveda presented the resolution and spoke about Dominican history, sovereignty, the Dominican diaspora in New York, and the role of Consul General Jesús Vásquez Martínez. Senators Jackson, Weber, Bailey, and others spoke in support, emphasizing the contributions of Dominican New Yorkers. The resolution was adopted and opened for co-sponsorship.
The Senate next moved through the calendar, passing a series of bills on insurance, public health, education, social services, tax, penal law, and workers’ compensation. Several bills were approved by wide margins, including measures related to vaccination policy and education law; Senator Weik opposed the public health/vaccination bill, while Senator Mayer defended it as science-based. Senator Fernandez explained and secured passage of a workers’ compensation bill that would raise a pre-authorization threshold, clarify medical treatment guidelines, and restore access to out-of-network providers for injured workers.
The only contentious item was Calendar 117, a bill amending the Executive Law related to climate resilience and the Office of Resilience. Senator Walczyk offered an amendment to repeal the statewide cap-and-invest program, but the chair ruled it nongermane; the Senate upheld that ruling on a 21-aye vote. Senators Harckham, Borrello, Krueger, Lanza, Martins, and Gianaris spoke at length on climate policy, energy costs, and the bill’s merits. The bill ultimately passed 51-9. The Senate then adjourned until Thursday, March 5 at 11:00 a.m.
NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Energy and Telecommunications - 03/04/2026
Energy And Telecommunications
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm joined by several of my colleagues, including Senator Tom O'Mara, Senator Christopher Ryan, and Senator
- Our other two members, the ranking member of Senator Matera...
- If I could just add, our other two members, the ranking member, Senator Mattera, and Senator Walczyk,
- And we've been joined by Senator Kavanaugh.
- And we've been joined by Senator Kavanaugh.
Summary:
The Senate Standing Committee on Energy and Telecommunications met for its first March meeting, chaired by Senator Kevin Parker. Members discussed a short agenda of energy-related bills focused on grid modernization, interconnection studies, geothermal development, microgrids for extreme weather resilience, and a proposed Grid Modernization Commission. Senators Mattera and Walczyk were absent but had voting sheets submitted; Senator Kavanagh joined later in the meeting.
The committee advanced several measures: S.1227A, directing the Department of Public Service to study deployment of the energy interconnection process into the electrical grid, was moved to third reading; S.2708, advancing grid enhancement technologies, was also sent to third reading. S.2486A, creating geothermal energy generation facilities, was advanced to the Finance Committee, as was S.4205 on microgrids for extreme weather and public security, and S.4590 establishing the New York State Grid Modernization Commission.
During the votes, some members were recorded as voting without recommendation, including Senator Walczyk on multiple bills and Senator Hinchey on the geothermal bill. No testimony or substantive debate was presented beyond brief procedural questions, and the meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.
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Transcript Highlights:
- Raric, Senate File so next up, Senator Raric, Senate File 2540.<00:14:44.480>
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- So again, thanks to Senator Kunesh, you have before you Senate File 3685.
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety - 03/04/26
Judiciary and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
- >> Senator Rest to Senate File 3804. >> Senator Rest to Senate File 3804.
- Senator<02:16:42.160>
Liur. Senator Liur. Senator Liur. - Senator Clark, no. Senator Holmstrom, yes. Senator Kreun, yes. Senator Pappas, no.
- Senator Seeberger, no. Senator Westlin, yes. Senator Westrom, yes. Senator Pappas, no.
- Senator Papus, and then Senator Westerm. Senator Papus, and then Senator Westerm.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Special Order Calendar Group Mar 4th, 2026
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Human Services - 03/04/26
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate File 3844. Nope, I got that wrong. >> Is that a Senate? It is. Senate.
- I mean, [laughter] Senator, >> Is that a Senate? It is. Senate.
- Senator >> Is that a Senate? It is. Senate.
- Senator. Senator.
- Senator >> Thank you, Senator Muhammad. Senator Utki.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Health and Human Services - 03/04/26
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Koran. have questions? Senator Koran.
- <00:38:25.680>
Senator Madam Chair. Senator Kuran. Senator Madam Chair. Senator Kuran. - Madam Chair, Senator Senator Muhammad.
- Senator Mann has Senate And next we have Senator Mann has Senate File File File uh<01:20:37.680>
4063 - Senator<01:21:12.120>
Mann. Senator Mann. Senator Mann.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
Senate Executive Departments and Administration (03/04/2026)
Executive Departments and Administration
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, Senator.
- Senator McGrew, a question? Yes, care. Senator McGrew, a question?
- It's seconded Senator Reagan and Senator Gannon. Any discussion?
- Senator Tim McHugh, District 11. Senator Tim McHugh, District 11.
- And then Senator Riordan has moved as amended, Senator McGue seconded.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
Senate Health and Human Services (03/04/2026)
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Birdsell moves interim study. Senator Bzel moves interim study.
- Senator >> Senator BS moves interum study.
- Senator<01:50:15.440>
Long. Senator Long. Senator Long. - Senator Birdell. second. I got a second. Senator Birdell.
- Let's take up Senate Bill 453. >> I've got Senator Birdsell and Senator Avard with a second. >> Yeah.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh Senator<00:02:26.720>
Port. Senator Port. Senator Port. - Senator Dibble: No. Senator Drazkowski: I. Senator Miller: I. Senator Nelson: Yes.
- Senator Rest: No. Senator Hauschild: No. Senator Weber: I. Senator Hemmingsen-Jaeger: No.
- Senator Dibble: No. Senator Drazkowski: Yes. Senator Miller: Yes. Senator Nelson: Yes.
- Senator Dibble: No. Senator Drazkowski: No. Senator Miller: No. Senator Nelson: No.
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- Senator Clark.
- >> Senator<01:15:17.840>
Rick. >> Senator Rick. >> Senator Rick. - Thank Senator<01:19:55.280>
Ric. Senator Ric. Senator Ric. - >> Senator<01:30:07.840>
Lucero. >> Senator Lucero. >> Senator Lucero. - With that, Senator Kunes renews Senator.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Jobs and Economic Development - 03/04/26
Jobs and Economic Development
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- >> Senator<00:52:17.599>
Brett. >> Senator Brett. >> Senator Brett. - >> Senator<00:56:37.280>
Pratt. >> Senator Pratt. >> Senator Pratt. - >> Senator<00:58:10.880>
Pratt. >> Senator Pratt. >> Senator Pratt. - Senator Pratt. if that was asserted. Senator Pratt.
- Senator<01:08:26.400>
Dreheim. Senator Dreheim. Senator Dreheim.
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Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Allen, Senator Carley, Senator Figures, Senator Gaban, Senator Hatcher, Senator Jones, Senator
- Price, Senator Sessions, Senator Shelnut, Senator Singleton, Senator Smitherman, Senator Stuts, Senator
- >> Senator Woods, Senator Wagner, and >> Senator Woods, Senator Wagner, and Senator<00:01
- Senator Figures, I. Senator Gain, hi. Senator Hatcher, Senator Jones, hi. Senator Price, hi.
- Senator Stuts, Senator Williams, Senator Senator Stuts, Senator Williams, Senator Woods,<00:07:34.000
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Commission on Pensions and Retirement - 03/03/26
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Nelson. Senator Nelson. Senator Nelson. Senator Nelson.
- Senator >> Thank you, Senator Nelson. Senator Rasmus. Rasmus. Rasmus.
- Anything further, Senator Rasmmanson. Anything further, Senator? Senator? Senator?
- Senator<00:55:00.240>
Liur. Senator Liur. Senator Liur. - Senator Rasmmanson and then to Senator Senator Rasmmanson and then to Senator House.<01:22:13.760
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on State and Local Government - 03/03/26
State and Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
- of this bill: myself and then Senator Jang, Senator Lucero, and Senator Kuran are the four current Senate
- this bill: myself and then Senator Jang, Senator Lucero, and Senator Kuran are the four current Senate
- >> Senator >> Senator >> Senator >> Senator<00:21:29.280>
Dowski <00:21 - Uh Senator Pratt, Senate File 3887. Uh Senator Pratt, Senate File 3887.
- >> Senator Made, then Senator Johnson. >> Senator Made, then Senator Johnson.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Today on our agenda, we have Senate File 2533, and Senator Mann has joined us.
- Senator Mann. Thank you, Madam Chair, Senator.
- Senator<00:26:00.320>
Dornink. Senator Dornink. Senator Dornink. - Senator Mann, Thank you, Senator Raie.
- <00:52:45.080>
Senator? Any thoughts? Senator? Any thoughts? Senator?
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Limmer. Senator Limmer.
- Senator Koran. Yes. Senator Carlson. Senator Bahr. Aye. Senator Boldon. No. Senator Swedzinski. No.
- Senator Limmer. Aye. Senator Lucero. Yes. Senator Marty. No. Senator Matthews. Yes. Senator Port.
- Senator Koran. Yes. Senator Carlson. No. Senator Bahr. Aye. Senator Boldon. No. Senator Swedzinski.
- Senator Limmer. Yes. Senator Lucero. Yes. Senator Marty. No. Senator Matthews. Yes.
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