Video & Transcript : 'violent protests' :
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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- of these programs, including those convicted of crimes with a sentence exceeding 10 years, certain violent
- People who film the police or protests are often charged with this offense.
- Protesting and recording police officers are both protected by the First Amendment.
- People will be deterred from holding officers accountable and protesting in fear of being stamped as
- Citizens engaging in non-violent conduct should be encouraged, not punished.
Bills:
SB552 , SB1099 , SB1124 , SB1208 , SB1372 , SB1506 , SB1667 , SB1804 , SB1806 , SB1870 , SB1936 , SB1937 , SB2180 , SB2405 , SB2569 , SB2570 , SB1646
Committee:
Senate Criminal Justice
WA
Transcript Highlights:
- So if we have an individual who has a serious violent conviction in that other country, that country
- Maybe you already answered the senator when you said serious violent crime.
- For example, I don't know, somebody who's protesting somewhere in a country like Russia or China where
- I think we're looking at the larger ones of murder and the other more violent crimes here that are now
- He said a protest in another country that is criminal there would not automatically score here if there
Committee:
Senate Law & Justice
Keywords:
spring blade knives, knife legislation, weapon regulation, public safety, law enforcement, medical debt, garnishment, wage garnishment, earnings exemption, exempt wages, debt collection, consumer debt, student loan debt, private student loans, disposable earnings, minimum wage, writ of garnishment, exemption claim, judgment debtor, creditor
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
01/26/2026 - Senate Military Affairs and Border Security
Transcript Highlights:
- Just in this last couple of weeks, we have seen students protesting ICE here in local high schools and
- 5% of the people who have been detained Less than 5% of the people who have been detained have any violent
- Victims of domestic violence and witnesses to violent crimes will stop calling 911 if they believe their
- This is about rhetoric and this is about attention and this is about paid protesters. Prop 314.
- I'm just saying that I was basically stopped, and I guess I'm protesting that and asking to be treated
Summary:
The Military Affairs and Border Security Committee heard two bills. SB 1055 would require immediate notification to ICE or CBP when a person unlawfully present in the U.S. is arrested by state or local law enforcement for a state or local offense. Supporters said it simply strengthens cooperation with federal authorities and clarifies existing law; opponents, including the ACLU of Arizona and several public commenters, argued it is redundant with current statute, could pressure officers to prolong stops or arrests, and would increase fear, racial profiling, and distrust of police in immigrant communities. Members debated whether the bill conflicted with SB 1070-era law and whether it would create new legal liability or merely add a reporting requirement after arrest. The committee voted 4-3 to give SB 1055 a do-pass recommendation.
The committee then considered SB 1065, which appropriates $300,640,000 in FY 2027 from the general fund for a Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Military Veterans Fund. Senator Rogers described hyperbaric oxygen therapy as a non-drug treatment that could help veterans with PTSD and improve quality of life, while supporters emphasized the need to explore options for veterans’ mental health and trauma care. Some members said they supported moving the bill forward but had budget concerns or wanted more detail on how veterans would be selected for the program. The committee approved SB 1065 unanimously, 7-0, with a do-pass recommendation, and then adjourned until the following week.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jan 16th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We'd honor him through peaceful protest and continue to work for equal rights, an end to discrimination
- His assassination, his murder, marked one of the many violent acts that wrongfully suppressed a righteous
- I have earnestly worked and preached against violent tension, but there is a type of constructive tension
- There are protesters who are being hosed and attacked. Their rights being taken away.
- He was in jail because he was protesting in a nonviolent manner. Doesn't that sound familiar today?
Summary:
The Senate met with a quorum present, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and handled routine announcements and motions, including unanimous consent to print a letter in the journal. The main item on the floor was Senate Concurrent Resolution 107 honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Senators from multiple caucuses spoke in support, emphasizing King’s legacy of nonviolence, civil rights, economic justice, solidarity across communities, and the need to continue his work amid current concerns about discrimination, immigration enforcement, and threats to civil liberties. Senator Richardson closed on the resolution, and the roll was called; SCR 107 was adopted.
After the resolution, the Senate moved to adjournment memorials. Senator Pérez requested adjournment in memory of Alhambra Police Department Officer Alex Sanders, describing his service, family, and death in a duty-related car pursuit accident. Senator McGuire then honored Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead, highlighting his musical legacy, Bay Area roots, and charitable work. Senator Becker and Senator Laird added remarks about Weir’s cultural impact and the Grateful Dead’s place in California history.
The Senate also adjourned in memory of the victims of a Stockton mass shooting, with Senator McNerney and Senator Alvarado-Gil speaking about the lives of the four young victims, including children and a teenager, and condemning gun violence. The Pro Tem closed by reflecting on the day’s themes of justice, loss, and civic responsibility, and announced the Senate would reconvene on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 2 p.m.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Apr 16th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Specifically, in 1988, while peacefully protesting, she was brutally beaten by law enforcement and hospitalized
- Instead, I was at protest marches and working to name a street after Cesar Chavez.
- I was at protest marches and working to name a street after Cesar Chavez in the city of San Francisco
- prayer, Sister Michelle spoke of the work of the Lordes Huerta, specifically about the nonviolent protests
- She also said. non-violent protests.
Summary:
The Senate met with a quorum present and began with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several routine announcements. Senator Weber Pierson removed SB 977 from the consent calendar. The chamber then took up a series of gubernatorial appointments, including Irena Ortega to the Public Employment Relations Board, Monica Erickson as director of the Department of Human Services, Armin Mayor as senior deputy commissioner at the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation, and Uca Dunkay to the California State Lottery Commission; all were confirmed by unanimous or near-unanimous roll calls after brief presentations by Senator Grove.
The Senate also considered several commemorative resolutions. SCR 152, by Senator Reyes, designated April 10, 2026 as Dolores Huerta Day. Senators from both parties spoke in support, praising Huerta’s lifelong labor, civil rights, and nonviolent organizing work, and noting her role in the farmworker movement and the contributions of Filipino farmworkers. The resolution passed unanimously. SR 91, by Senator González, recognized Cambodian Genocide Memorial Week; SCR 149, by Senator Valadares, marked World Autism Awareness Day and emphasized early intervention and adult services; and SCR 150, by Senator Choi, recognized National Librarian Day and the public value of librarians. Each of these resolutions was adopted with broad support.
The Senate also passed SB 1078 by Senator Laird, an urgency measure giving Santa Cruz County voters the opportunity to consider a local tax increase above the combined local tax rate cap to help fund services, including medical services; the bill passed 29-9 on both urgency and final passage. SR 98 by Senator Wiener, designating Heat Pump Week in California, also passed with strong support, highlighting energy savings, emissions reductions, and the state’s electrification goals. After lifting the call, the chamber confirmed the earlier appointments and adopted the remaining consent calendar items without objection. The session ended with committee announcements and an adjournment in memory of Deanna Mooney, a nurse and community leader, with the Senate scheduled to reconvene on April 20, 2026.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session May 4th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I take up all of these file items in protest.
- Again, in protest, file item three is the confirmation of Kathleen Ratliff, Associate Director of Region
- Again, in protest, file item four is a confirmation of Jason Johnson for appointment as Undersecretary
- violent... ...observing ICE raids sparked nationwide protests and drew attention to the government's
- violent and unconstitutional attack on our civil rights.
Summary:
The Senate opened with a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, then spent much of the session on recognitions and resolutions honoring community groups and observances. Members welcomed the Far West region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Los Angeles South Bay alumni chapter, and later recognized the 2026 Latino Spirit Award honorees after adopting SR 86 on Cinco de Mayo Week. Senators from multiple caucuses spoke in support of the resolution, emphasizing Mexican history, Latino resilience, and shared struggles for justice. The Latino Spirit honorees included leaders in higher education, philanthropy, labor, health, advocacy, business, environmental justice, journalism, culinary arts, and music, along with a legacy award for Los Tigres del Norte.
The Senate also adopted SCR 146 declaring May Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month, SCR 154 establishing Green Star Veterans and Families Day, SCR 123 honoring California Peace Officers Memorial Day, SCR 164 recognizing Black Health Equity Advocacy Week, and SCR 103 designating Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week. Testimony and floor remarks focused on health disparities, mental health, veteran suicide, and the sacrifices of peace officers, with several caucuses speaking in support of the health equity resolution. Each of these resolutions passed by unanimous or near-unanimous roll call votes.
The chamber then took up several appointments from the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, confirming Kathleen Ratliff and Joseph Tuggle, Jason Johnson, Madeline McLean, Brian Bishop, and Sarah Larson, despite some protest votes from Senator Grove over the lack of action on another appointment. In third reading, the Senate passed SB 1159 on AI and public participation, SB 1416 on faster refunds for duplicate medical payments, SB 1273 on winery video advertising at instructional events, SB 941 limiting commissary markups in private detention facilities, SB 990 on a highway information sign near Ridgecrest, SB 1099 clarifying local authority to provide public benefits, and SB 1195 expanding tied-house exemptions for certain venues. The session concluded with adjournment memories for labor leader Kent Wong and Navy veteran-artist Vittaliano Victor Villar, and the Senate adjourned until May 7, 2026.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session May 4th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I take up all of these file items in protest.
- Again, in protest, file item three is the confirmation of Kathleen Ratliff as Associate Director of Region
- Again, in protest, file item four is a confirmation of Jason Johnson for appointment as Undersecretary
- violent... ...observing ICE raids sparked nationwide protests and drew attention to the government's
- violent and unconstitutional attack on our civil rights.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- On January 6th, a violent mob broke On January 6th, a violent mob broke through<00:24:28.240><c> police
- </c> including 400 of them for violent including 400 of them for violent crimes. crimes. crimes.
- </c> the pardon of these kinds of violent the pardon of these kinds of violent crimes<00:29:12.880><c
- </c> condemn the pardoning of these violent condemn the pardoning of these violent offenders.<00:36:29.359
- </c> about a group of people that violently about a group of people that violently stormed<01:57:28.239
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 23rd, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We now see how even the display of a flag can spark protest.
- We're now seeing how even the display of a flag can spark protest.
- It was a protest.
- Pride, as my colleague from San Jose said, has always been and will forever be a protest.
- There are countless people... ...struggle, protests, and resistance throughout history.
Summary:
The Assembly convened after a quorum call, heard a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and approved the previous day’s journal. Procedural motions were adopted to allow certain members to speak on adjournment in memory and to host guests on the floor, and the chamber suspended Joint Rule 61 to allow the Appropriations Committee to meet and consider AB 1533. The majority leader also requested that SB 272 and HR 44 be removed from the consent calendar.
The main floor action was the Assembly’s Pride Month observance, centered on HR 43, which recognizes June 2025 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Pride Month. Assembly Member Ward and members of several caucuses spoke in support, emphasizing LGBTQ+ history, civil rights, community contributions, and current political attacks on LGBTQ+ rights. Assembly Member DeMaio spoke in opposition, arguing the resolution was divisive and included controversial policy references. After debate, 49 coauthors were added and the resolution was adopted by voice vote.
The chamber then held a Pride Month ceremony honoring 14 distinguished individuals for contributions to the LGBTQ+ community, followed by guest introductions recognizing APICA fellows, family members, educators, and community leaders. The Assembly later adopted the consent calendar, with SB 61, SB 66, SB 846, SB 229, and SCR 3 approved, and then heard adjournment-in-memory tributes for John E. Brison and former Assembly Member William T. Bagley. The House adjourned until Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 9 a.m.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- 1118 FOR MANY MINORS THE ABILITY TO SEEK HELP VIOLENTLY IS THE 1119 DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
- Don't outlaw the right to protest because of violent protesters.
- BECAUSE SOMEONE WONT USE IT TO SLANDER ANOTHER, DON'T DON'T 1149 OUTLAW THE RIGHT TO PROTEST
- BECAUSE OF VIOLENT PROTESTERS AND WE 1150 SHOULD NOT PUNISH GOOD LOVING AND FIT PARENTS
Committee:
House Education & Employment Committee
Summary:
The committee met with a quorum and began by welcoming students and coaches participating in the inaugural Sunshine State Debate. Members then heard and voted on a series of education-related bills, with most measures receiving favorable reports by unanimous or near-unanimous votes. The first bill, HB 1081, created a Cybersecurity Internship Clearance Readiness Program in the Department of Commerce for NCACE-designated universities and Florida College System institutions; a friendly amendment expanded access to private schools, and the bill passed 19-0. HB 1201 updated Florida’s epilepsy/seizure plan law to clarify protections for charter school students, require acceptance of physician-submitted plans, extend training validity to five years, and expand training to regular bus drivers; epilepsy advocates supported it, and it passed 19-0. HB 851 required annual autism-specific professional learning opportunities for teachers and school-based administrators, and it also passed 19-0. HB 615, dealing with IEPs, required quicker parent notice when services are missed, faster access to service logs, individualized parent orientation, and standardized district service logs; parents and advocates testified strongly in support, and the bill was reported favorably. HB 1503 added technology-related competencies to education courses and directed the Department of Education to develop computer science certification coverage; it passed 19-0. HB 371 required public schools to display portraits of Abraham Lincoln and George Washington in common areas and passed 19-0 after testimony both for and against. HB 731 revised extracurricular eligibility rules and allowed local policies for compensating coaches and activity sponsors; an amendment broadened manual requirements and clarified fee actions, and the bill passed 18-0.
The committee also took up HB 173, a parental rights bill that drew the most extensive debate and public testimony. The bill would require parental consent for many medical decisions for minors, give parents access to medical records, and expand parental review/opt-in rights for certain school surveys and biofeedback devices. Supporters argued it restores parental authority, improves safety, and prevents children from being cut out of important medical decisions; opponents warned it would remove confidential access to STI treatment, crisis mental health care, and other services for minors in unsafe or abusive homes. Members raised questions about abuse exceptions, emergency care, and how the bill would affect routine treatment and time-sensitive care. The bill was not voted on in the portion provided, and debate continued through multiple rounds of sponsor responses and member comments.
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Apr 9th, 2025 at 12:30 pm
North Dakota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Madam President, House Bill 1226 originates from the problems that we have seen arise from the protests
- around the state, such as DAPL and others, where law enforcement saw a problem with protesters wearing
- or gatherings that are even more than protests.
- Many are actually very violent, destructive, and organized mobs.
- They need to be out there focused on the violent crime. They need to...
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the pledge, and a quorum call, then took up House amendments to Senate Bills 2009, 2147, and 2113. On motion, the Senate refused to concur in the House amendments and appointed conference committees for each bill. The chamber then considered several House bills, adopting amendments and passing House Bill 1556, which creates a Children's Cabinet work group to study out-of-home placement and treatment for children with behavioral health issues, and House Bill 1363, which directs development of a customizable cardiac emergency response plan template for schools and athletic events. House Bill 1533, requiring students to complete a half-unit of financial literacy for graduation, also passed after amendment. House Bill 1226, dealing with masks in public places and protest-related identification concerns, passed after the Judiciary Committee removed language about complying with law enforcement requests to unmask.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- But what you want is you want protesters or people that are rioting to be able to wear a mask and they
- But what you want is you want protesters or people that are rioting to be able to wear a mask and they
- But what you want is you want protesters or people that are rioting to be able to wear a mask and they
- But what you want is you want protesters But what you want is you want protesters or<00:17:38.080><c>
- He was making a protest poster because he had seen protests going by.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, June 10, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> Violent crime here is not rising in DC. Violent crime here is not rising in DC.
- Last year, violent crime in D.C. reached a more than 30-year low.
- This year, violent crime in D.C. is down 22% compared to the same period last year.
- This year, violent crime in 30-year low.
- </c><08:32:10.638><c> to</c> who are going to march and protest to who are going to march and protest
Keywords:
special rule, House Rules Committee, procedural resolution, floor procedure, waiver of points of order, structured rule, amendment in the nature of a substitute, motion to recommit, House debate, legislative process, H.R. 6039, commonsense priorities, majority leader, minority leader, Congressional Record, House resolution, law enforcement, collective bargaining, Montgomery Police Department, disciplinary matters
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Legislative Session Day 53 (3-25-26)
Kentucky House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> an incident where there was a protest an incident where there was a protest that<00:23:44.200><c
- So, it's not protesters were paid.
- And I have joined these protests, and there are not paid protesters there.
- </c> there are not paid protesters there. there are not paid protesters there.
- It's not to protect protesters.
US
Transcript Highlights:
- When leaders of the Oath Keepers, a domestic violent extremist group, were prosecuted for seditious conspiracy
- At a time when we are expelling students from the United States for participating in protests. where
- that day were, of course, the president. pardons of 1,550 people, including hundreds of those who violently
- They are pardoning violent criminals who attack cops.
Committee:
Senate Senate Judiciary
Keywords:
nomination, Patrick Davis, Assistant Attorney General, Ed Martin, January 6th, public testimony
Summary:
This meeting focused primarily on the nomination of Patrick Davis to serve as Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Legislative Affairs. Members discussed Mr. Davis's qualifications and experience, emphasizing his commitment to effectively serving the American public and working collaboratively with Congress. The committee also briefly revisited the nominations of John Eisenberg and Brett Shumate but decided to hold them over until the next meeting. Additionally, concerns regarding the nomination of Ed Martin as U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia were raised, particularly regarding his past statements and conduct related to the January 6th insurrection and its aftermath. The discussion highlighted the importance of reviewing Mr. Martin's responses to various questions before proceeding with a vote on his nomination.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 26 Mar 17th, 2026 at 09:30 am
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Keywords:
HB2936, children, child protection, adoption, Oklahoma Adoption Code, gestational carrier, gestational agreement, surrogacy, intended parent, preplacement home study, home study, prospective adoptive parent, foster placement, child abuse, child neglect, child sexual abuse, child sexual exploitation, lewd molestation, sex offender registry, Oklahoma Sex Offenders Registration Act
AL
Bills:
HB63 , HB19 , HB80 , HB41 , HB20 , HB60 , HB100 , HB71 , HB91 , HB93 , HB63 , HB19 , HB80 , HB41 , HB20 , HB60 , HB100 , HB71 , HB91 , HB93
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
Keywords:
paternity, child custody, joint custody, parental rights, family law, domestic violence, shared parenting, Ebony Alert, missing youth, public safety, law enforcement, racial equity, human trafficking, victim restitution, civil action, criminal prosecution, labor servitude, sexual servitude, class A felony, class B felony
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- So you're talking about violent- It should not be.
- Some of which are violent, some of which are not.
- So we're talking about super violent criminals.
- This violent repeat fell was 16 years old.
- Then came a non-violent.
Bills:
HB36 , HB75 , HB76 , HB166 , HB799 , HB 1135 , HJR15 , HJR16 , HB36 , HB75 , HB76 , HB166 , HJR15 , HJR16
Committee:
House Criminal Jurisprudence
Keywords:
family violence, global positioning monitoring system, victim resources, electronic monitoring, protective orders, magistrate, criminal procedure, probable cause, written findings, law enforcement, bail bonds, bail fund, charitable bail fund, nonprofit bail organization, public funds, local government spending, political subdivision, county, city, taxpayer lawsuit
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Administration of Criminal Justice Mar 18th, 2026
Administration of Criminal Justice
Transcript Highlights:
- detention center in Jefferson Parish, for example, the average length of stay for a juvenile for a violent
- to the severity of them and a longer period of time for the crime of violence, recognizing that a violent
- to Chairwoman Schlegel as well, we appreciate the amendments that do clarify and add that these protests
- We know that the protests that we have seen can happen outside of the churches as well and still fall
- So we know that that is already a crime and that can actually be prosecuted for protesters in this moment
Bills:
HB36 , HB52 , HB56 , HB68 , HB92 , HB119 , HB140 , HB147 , HB160 , HB171 , HB289 , HB351 , HB552 , HB784
Committee:
House Administration of Criminal Justice
Keywords:
HB 52, Act 192, Louisiana criminal procedure, misdemeanor jury trial, six-person jury, bench trial, trial without jury, Article 779, Code of Criminal Procedure, criminal justice, defendant rights, retroactive application, prospective application, fine threshold, court procedure, misdemeanor prosecution, driving, impaired, fines, legislation
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Courts, Corrections and Justice Sep 22nd, 2025
Courts, Corrections & Justice Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- look at a specific area for those calls for service, whether it's larcenies, armed robberies, or violent
- So he doesn't fall back into a state of crisis and therefore maybe engage in some violent act.
- We know that it becomes particularly dangerous for victims at the time they choose to leave a violent
- It is to suppress political protest and to intimidate his political opponents.
- Suppressing protests or going after our communities. Well, our communities are ravaged with crime.