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HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
House Chamber - Opening Day Wed Jan 15, 2025, 10:00AM HST - Day 1
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- She is our first openly transgender legislator in the state of Hawaii.
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- So in closing, as we begin the 33rd legislative session, we open a time of possibility.
- legislation.
- legislation.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Senate Energy and Natural Resources (06/10/2025)
Energy and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
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- So the legislators haven't made that clear, then who pays for what?
- So the legislators haven't made that clear, then who pays for what?
- So the legislators haven't made that clear, then who pays for what?
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- and the child care industry working together to update and streamline the regulation of child care.
- Families and the child care industry are working together to update and streamline the regulation of
- and the child care industry working together to update and streamline the regulation of child care.
- Families and the child care industry are working together to update and streamline the regulation of
- Today is the birthday for my legislative aide.
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several introductions recognizing guests, students, advocates, and a resolution honoring the late USF men’s basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim. Senators also observed moments of silence for victims of recent campus violence and for former FSU President John Thrasher. The chamber then moved to special order bills, with several members explaining measures and, in some cases, substituting House companions before final passage.
Among the bills passed were measures updating child care and early learning provider regulation; strengthening penalties and cost recovery for false reporting and swatting; extending protections against extraordinary medical debt collection; expanding hazardous walking condition criteria for schoolchildren; creating young adult housing support for foster and homeless students; and requiring private schools participating in the Family Empowerment Scholarship Program to disclose which accommodations they will provide. The Senate also passed a bill adjusting interest rules for trust accounts funding legal aid, after extended debate over the impact on legal aid funding and banking practices, and a transportation package that was heavily amended to address issues such as school bus camera hearings, beach vehicle use for equipment removal, flooded-street wake restrictions, expectant mother parking permits, micromobility regulation, and traffic signal modernization.
The chamber also approved public-records exemptions for Agency for Health Care Administration investigators, Judicial Qualifications Commission employees, and appellate court clerks; a municipal water and sewer rate bill affecting Miami-Dade residents near a plant; motor vehicle offenses involving impersonating law enforcement and obscured license plates; trespass penalties at law-enforcement-controlled locations and large ticketed venues; refund requirements for patient overpayments; stem cell therapy authorization with source and consent limits; and insulin administration authority for direct support professionals and relatives in group homes. Several bills were temporarily postponed, including cardiac emergencies, chemicals and consumer products, and motor vehicle manufacturer/franchise dealer legislation. Most measures passed with strong bipartisan support, though the trust fund interest bill drew notable opposition and passed 28-10, and the Family Empowerment Scholarship bill passed 37-1.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 5 on State Administration May 20th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And of course, our nonpartisan legislative analysis office. There they are in the front row.
- So that's why we're just raising what we're allowed to raise per the legislation.
- So in 2022, I was a legislative director.
- I know that there's some legislation moving forward, and we have to...
- We know that many of you will outlast many of us as legislators. And this is your work.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- We give them as much direction as we can through legislation.
- But I don't want us, as legislators, to be hit with...
- There's, yes, they're always looking at updating.
- It's compliant with how we would update any rule.
- That is something that industry supported during the legislative debate.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- I've called for this public hearing today to get an update on the financial situation in the Claremont
- Um so quickly an SAU 6 update >> Thank you.
- We wouldn't be here if legislation.
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body need to go back to the legislative body need to go back to the legislative - >
rarely think that good legislation rarely think that good legislation rarely emerges<02:04:11.599
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety - 03/09/26
Judiciary and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
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NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Health and Human Services Oversight Committee (09/26/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- >> Um, going to split the update a little bit today.
- support. uh through the legislative support. uh through the legislative process<00:51:55.040>
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were important public health updates were important public health updates were - then provides us with quarterly updates then provides us with quarterly updates and<01:06:56.160
- month, she's going to give us an update. month, she's going to give us an update.
Summary:
The committee first approved the draft minutes of its May 16, 2025 meeting, with one correction removing Representative Dry from the attendance list because she was present as a guest rather than an appointed member. The committee then received a Department of Health and Human Services update from Commissioner Lori Weaver, who focused on the rural health transformation grant process. She said the department has been gathering stakeholder input since July, issued a request for information on September 22, and is working toward an end-of-October draft and a November 3 deadline, with a grant writer request expected to go before Governor and Council at no cost to the state.
The bulk of the meeting centered on federal changes affecting SNAP and Medicaid. Karen Heert explained that the federal law changes commonly referred to as the “Big Beautiful Bill” or HR1 will affect SNAP eligibility and state costs, including a shift in administrative cost sharing from 50/50 to 75/25 beginning in October 2026 and a possible state share of benefits if New Hampshire’s error rate is too high. She said the program affects about 43,000 households, that New Hampshire’s federal fiscal year 2024 error rate was 7.57% versus a national rate of 10.93%, and that the state must get below 6% to avoid liability. She also said DHS is preparing remediation steps, auditing cases, and seeking technology and staffing support, including a grant for automation and training.
Henry Litman then described Medicaid changes under HB2 and the new federal law. He said New Hampshire returned to pre-pandemic eligibility verification rules on July 1, including a 10% income compatibility standard and reduced ex parte renewals, which has increased manual work and contributed to a drop in enrollment from about 185,000 in late June to about 178,000 in early September. He also reviewed new child premiums, pharmacy copays, Granite Advantage premiums, and possible Medicaid work requirements, noting that DHS is working with CMS on implementation details and may use a state plan option rather than an 1115 waiver because it would be less expensive and faster. Members asked several questions about the SNAP error-rate rules, the distinction between administrative and client errors, the effect of unpaid copays, and the timing and legal risk of the Medicaid work requirement; no votes were taken on those policy issues.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/18/2026 - House Transportation & Infrastructure
Transportation & Infrastructure
Transcript Highlights:
- initiating the public project-level public involvement plan and project communication protocols, updating
- initiating the public project level public involvement plan and project communication protocols, updating
- We have a project web page, just trying to keep everybody updated as we move into construction.
- So again, I really appreciate the champions of our legislative representatives, Representative Bliss
- Chair, Madam Vice Chair, members of the legislators, thank you.
Bills:
HB2067, HB2068, HB2127, HB2164, HB2200, HB2201, HB2242, HB2283, HB2284, HB2285, HB2286, HB2287, HB2304, HB2306, HB2399, HB2601, HB2609, HB2760, HB2761, HB2859, HB2887, HB2892, HB2893, HB2894, HB2978, HB4027, HCM2012, HCM2016
Keywords:
appropriation, transportation, infrastructure, Apache Junction, funding, Show Low, road extension, special license plates, nonprofits, charitable contributions, Reay Lane, Graham County, HB 2200, State Route 89, SR 89, Chino Valley, Arizona Department of Transportation, ADOT, road widening, highway expansion
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House State Government Finance and Policy Committee 2/25/25
State Government Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- We have agencies like MMB and the Legislative Auditor that obviously need to be close to legislative
- realized it would need to be updated realized it would need to be updated again<00:40:49.319>
- And certainly this legislative session, as all legislative sessions, you know, are an example of that
- opportunity with the legislative opportunity with the legislative committee<01:17:52.639>
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NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs (01/29/2025)
Health, Human Services & Elderly Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
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- need to come and get um legislative need to come and get um legislative support<02:01:32.199>
- Jenny O Higgins I'm the legislative Jenny O Higgins I'm the legislative liaison<02:07:47.480>
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 4 on Climate Crisis, Resources, Energy, and Transportation Apr 29th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- The BCP before you is related to legislation that was passed last year, SB 254.
- Yeah, I just mean under this system that we created with this special legislation. Right.
- Can any update be shared about the role? us. Great.
- And I assume you don't have any comment about the three pieces of legislation?
- And as we’ve, through a mix of legislation—” “And as we’ve, through a mix of legislative action or other
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Appropriations and Finance Feb 14th, 2026 at 10:04 am
House Appropriations & Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- So it's not in your House Bill 2, but there's additional money from legislative cash balances for the
- Committee would be similar to LFC and Legislative Education Council. Mr.
- Is there any legislative approval over the projects that are funded? Thank you, Mr. Chair.
- Or have there been any updates at all since then on any of these categories?
- The last two were updated last year, and ...time. The last two were updated last year.
Summary:
During the legislative meeting, House Bill 287 was discussed, which proposes the establishment of a permanent Health and Human Services Committee to oversee the state's $14.4 billion expenditure in this area. An amendment to the bill was adopted, which clarified funding and operational details. Public comments were solicited, but no one spoke in opposition. The committee ultimately voted, with some members expressing concerns about budget implications, but the motion to pass the bill as amended was made and seconded, with several members opposing it.
House Bill 371 was also addressed, which focuses on creating an Acequia Infrastructure Fund to support land grant and Acequia communities. The bill aims to provide a financial mechanism for these communities to access funds for infrastructure projects without relying on capital outlay requests. The committee discussed the bill's implications, potential funding sources, and the need for further amendments regarding representation and oversight. A motion to pass the bill was made, with some opposition noted, particularly regarding the lack of specificity in the bill's provisions.
Lastly, Senate Bill 143 was presented, which seeks to raise the caps on inspection fees under the Egg Grading Act, among other agricultural regulations. Supportive testimony was provided by representatives from agricultural organizations, emphasizing the need for updated fee structures. The committee engaged in discussions about the bill's implications for consumers and the agricultural sector, ultimately moving towards a vote to pass the bill.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- About FDOT's legislative priorities going into the 2026 legislative session.
- And then also there are specific legislative programs set up to also fund projects.
- And so I'll start with updates on our application requirements for vehicle registrations.
- allow them to receive updates and notifications from the department.
- ...of our legislative priorities. Thank you, Mr. Director. Any questions? Any questions?
Summary:
The committee held a panel discussion on micro-mobility device regulation and enforcement, focusing on e-bikes and e-scooters. Sheriff Robert Hardwick and Chief Jamie Cruz described serious injuries involving children, including crashes at high speeds, and argued that current law is outdated because it folds e-bikes into the bicycle statute. They urged a separate statewide framework with clearer age limits, licensing or training requirements, helmet rules, and penalties for modifying devices to go faster. Both also emphasized that parents should bear responsibility and that enforcement should include education, progressive discipline, and, if needed, civil citations.
FDOT District 6 Secretary Daniel Iglesias and DHSMV representative Lonnie Groner said their agencies are prioritizing education, outreach, and better data collection. They noted that micromobility devices are increasingly common, create safety and accessibility issues on sidewalks and shared-use paths, and are difficult to track because crash reports often do not identify them consistently. Members discussed whether motorized devices should be barred from sidewalks, whether riders should be licensed and insured, and how enforcement could be made uniform statewide. The panel also said manufacturers have not been meaningfully engaged and that local approaches vary widely.
The committee then heard 2026 legislative priorities from FDOT Secretary Jared Perdue and DHSMV Executive Director Dave Kerner. Perdue outlined FDOT’s large five-year work program, ongoing congestion-relief projects, investments in ports, airports, rail, workforce, heavy equipment, facilities, and cybersecurity, and the need to do more with flat revenues. Kerner summarized DHSMV’s agency bill priorities, including requiring a Florida address and proof of residence for vehicle registration, updating identification requirements, aligning tank vehicle and motor carrier rules with federal standards, improving IFTA administration, raising the crash-report damage threshold, and allowing electronic notices. No votes were taken, and the meeting adjourned after the presentations and questions.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Again, I want to respectfully urge you to support this legislation and get it to the finish line on the
- Um, yes, um, there is a recognition of the, of the change that's in this legislation.
- And so your legislation, Mr.
- Under current law, Texans can update their voter registration online when they update or renew their
- Uh, my biggest gripe, if I'm being honest, is when legislators cite security.
Bills:
HB311
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Education Study Sep 3rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- But at least for the beginning, there was no legislative requirement.
- I very much appreciate the update on that.
- tied to legislation.
- I'm not sure if it's fully updated on the website right now, but absolutely.
- Thank you for the opportunity to share an update on school board training.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Article III Feb 27th, 2025
Appropriations - S/C on Article III
Transcript Highlights:
- On slide five, you'll see our new legislative funding. request.
- I would also like to take this opportunity to express our support for the coordinating boards updated
- I will be, my name is Chloe Powers with the Legislative Budget Board.
- So, will we be looking at that, maybe an updated map in two years, or how would that work?
- Thank you very much. team at the Texas at the Legislative Budget Board.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- AB 1588 closes key enforcement gaps by updating state law to reflect how sideshows actually operate today
- It updates the definition of a sideshow to better reflect how these gatherings occur today and aligns
- And despite its acclaim, many of these facilities need updating.
- And then legislators, if they didn't like that, could tighten up that law.
- He said targeted legislation works.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Elections Finance and Government Operations Committee 3/18/26 - Evening Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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Auditor O- yeah, Office of Legislative Auditor O- yeah, Office of Legislative - So, there was considerable concern among legislators about that online option.
- So, there was considerable concern among legislators about that online option.
- There was considerable concern among legislators about that online option.
- So, just time those updates to the, you know, week before you mail out ballots.
Summary:
The committee first took up HF 2526 and received a walkthrough of the DE1 amendment from nonpartisan staff. The amendment revised the bill’s gift and ethics provisions by defining local government and public safety officer, narrowing covered mental health or wellness services to those provided by a qualified mental health professional and tied to recovery from a traumatic event, excluding luxury services or events as determined by the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board, and allowing local governments to adopt additional gift restrictions. It also added a bribery-related provision for gifts made with intent to influence a public safety officer. Members noted the language had been worked on by Representatives Duran, Vernig, and Freiberg, and the DE1 was adopted unanimously. HF 2526, as amended, then passed to the floor on a voice vote.
The committee then turned to HF 3722, which would remove deceased voters from the state voter registration system. The bill author argued that deceased voters should not remain on the rolls and that removing them would clean up the voter list. Secretary of State staff testified in opposition, saying deceased voters are already kept in a separate deceased status, not on active rolls, and that retaining the record helps flag suspicious activity and preserves voter history in case of administrative error. A second testifier described a real case in which a deceased voter’s retained record helped election officials identify and investigate a fraudulent ballot. After discussion, the committee tabled HF 3722.
Finally, the committee heard HF 3723, which would require additional verification for absentee ballot applications and permanent absentee voters. Supporters said the bill would help ensure ballots are not sent to people who have died or moved out of state. Secretary of State staff opposed the bill, saying most voters are already verified at registration, that the proposed checks would duplicate existing procedures, and that additional verification could create delays or false rejections. A testifier also objected to the bill’s effective date, saying it would take effect only days after absentee voting begins. The sponsor argued that voters remain on the permanent list indefinitely and that periodic verification is needed because people move or die; the committee did not reach a final vote in the portion provided.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- It is ordered to the Legislative Bureau.
- It is ordered to the Legislative Bureau.
- It is order to the Legislative Bureau.
- House Bill 162 by Rosenton of the Legislative, Municipal Affairs favorably as ordered to the Legislative
- Members, this authorizes legislators.