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TX
Texas 89th Regular
Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Mar 24th, 2025
Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Transcript Highlights:
- The tax anticipation notes have a seven-year maturity.
- What's the current tax rate in El Paso?
- So instead of burdening the taxpayers with a general obligation tax or ad valorem tax, they're using
- Decreasing the tax rate, UMC El Paso accounts for about eight percent of the El Paso tax dollar.
- error code: 520 on the bill. Is that correct?
Keywords:
local governments, anticipation notes, certificates of obligation, public works, flood control, financial management, local government, municipal financing, private activity bonds, closing definition, real estate finance, bond issuance, government regulation, bond election, general obligation bonds, GO bonds, political subdivision, city bonds, county bonds, school district bonds
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- wife of a Texas ex, and mother and mother-in-law of Texas exes, I'm delighted the Texas Senate has 11
- President of the Foundation based in Washington DC, and Jim Shearer, Senior Advisor to the Texas Chapter
Keywords:
teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- It shows I can't ask too much. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
- So, yes, they would because that's the district's capacity without scale, tax base.
- That's growing actually tax base that's going backwards.
- freeway coming through there don't have economic development don't have a lot lot of growth in the tax
- treated, then those districts treated like Dallas and Plano and Austin and some of the areas with a tax
Keywords:
teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate Session (Part II): Joint Session Feb 26th, 2025
Texas Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Guests, please take your seats. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Thank you.
- It's chapter 161.001B1. 1-0 of the family code.
- But the thing is, there's another provision. right next to it in the code that allows termination of
- parents in these cases have vigorous legal representation, and we need to make sure that that our family code
- Thanks for laying out that government tax list. 439
Keywords:
teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs Feb 24th, 2025
Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38
- Senate Bill 503 would amend Chapter 144 of the Texas Ag Code to update the livestock brand. registration
- It's an important bill concerning agricultural code.
- In 2019, the legislature added authorization to Texas Water Code Chapter 13 for the Public Utility Commission
- Kirshbaum mentioned, and that is found in Texas Utilities Code section 36-210.
Keywords:
hunting license, fishing license, donation, operation game thief fund, wildlife conservation, livestock, electronic registry, marks and brands, Texas Animal Health Commission, animal identification, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement, enforcement suspension, utility consolidation, regionalization, water supply, sewer
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Water and Agriculture and Rural Affairs convened under the leadership of Chairman Kelly Hancock, who opened the meeting with a prayer in remembrance of Chairman Perry, who was absent due to a personal loss. The session focused on the discussions surrounding SB384, which aims to support the longstanding initiative known as Operation Game Thief. Senator Flores presented the bill, emphasizing its essential role in the fight against poaching through public support. The operation has a successful track record of convictions but is currently dependent on donations and merchandise sales for funding. The committee aimed to vote on multiple bills during this session, contingent on achieving a quorum. Notably, discussions also revolved around fiscal notes on two bills that were set aside for later consideration, indicating the committee's intention to carefully manage their legislative decisions. The meeting showcased a productive atmosphere, with committee members actively engaged in the review and potential advancement of key legislative measures.
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
WAM-JDC, WAM Public Hearings 3-28-2024
Keywords:
HI Senate YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwykTjXVtaE, 2026-07-02T01:23:18+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, 00:00 - Start
0:50 - DM WAM-JDC 9:45 AM
16:00 - GM 536
29:15 - GM 537
41:20 - GM 538
51:30 - HB 1760 HD1
52:00 - HB 1919 HD1
1:00:08 - HB 2239 HD1
1:00:48 - HB 2377 HD1
1:01:20 - HB 2404 HD1
1:07:53 - HB 2430 HD2
1:10:40 - HB 2484 HD1
1:10:58 - HB 2488 HD1
1:11:48 - DM WAM 9:50 AM
Hearing Notices:
WAM-JDC 9:45 AM
https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2024/hearingnotices/HEARING_WAM-JDC_03-28-24_.pdf
WAM 9:50 AM
https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2024/hearingnotices/HEARING_WAM_03-28-24_.pdf, 912, senate, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
LBT, LBT DEFER, LBT Public Hearings 2-07-2024
Keywords:
HI Senate YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AaTCp74gav8, 2026-07-02T01:23:14+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, 00:00 - start
00:53 - SB 3152
03:30 - SB 2188
10:21 - SB 2782
15:45 - SB 2784
59:57 - SB 2787
01:10:24 - SB 3362
01:11:24 - SB 3062
01:12:38 - SB 3063
01:13:52 - DM LBT 3:00 PM
01:18:27 - DM LBT DEFER 3:05 PM
01:19:38 - DM LBT 3:20 PM
Hearing Notices:
LBT 3:00 PM
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2024/hearingnotices/HEARING_LBT_02-07-24_.PDF
LBT DEFER 3:05 PM
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2024/hearingnotices/HEARING_LBT_02-07-24_DEFER_.PDF
LBT 3:20 PM
https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2024/hearingnotices/HEARING_LBT_02-07-24-1_.pdf, 912, senate, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
HSG/TOU Joint Public Hearing - Fri Feb 2, 2024 @ 9:50 AM HST
Keywords:
HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D46-rTAvMdQ, 2026-07-02T01:22:49+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda:
https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/Session2024/hearingnotices/HEARING_HSG-TOU_02-02-24_.PDF
Followed by HSG 10:00 AM Agenda:
https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/Session2024/hearingnotices/HEARING_HSG_02-02-24_.PDF
8:02 - Introduction (HSG/TOU 9:50 AM)
8:19 - HB 2416
37:18 - Decision Making (HSG/TOU 9:50 AM)
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39:55 - Introduction (HSG 10:00 AM)
41:29 - HB 1760
45:30 - HB 1761
49:34 - HB 2514
59:25 - HB 1833
1:01:06 - HB 2292
1:03:07 - HB 2357
1:04:10 - HB 2413
1:10:38 - HB 2550
1:11:19 - HB 2642
1:24:05 - Decision Making (HSG 10:00 AM), 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
WAL Public Hearing - Tue Mar 28, 2023 @ 9:30AM HST
Keywords:
HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Xwrik1fNjs, 2026-07-02T01:22:46+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda:
https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/Session2023/hearingnotices/HEARING_WAL_03-28-23_.PDF
7:54 - Introduction
8:25 - SB193 SD1
10:54 - HCR78 / HR82
11:33 - HCR54 / HR56
12:30 - HR38
12:54 - HCR62 / HR64
13:29 - HCR107 / HR113
18:10 - HCR21 / HR23
21:47 - HCR106 / HR112
29:16 - HCR135 / HR136
29:46 - HCR153 / HR154
30:31 - HCR102 / HR139
37:19 - HCR126 / HR127
39:23 - HCR104 / HR110
40:45 - HCR50
43:13 - HCR170 / HR175
48:37 - HCR70 / HR71
59:54 - HCR25 / HR27
1:09:22 - HCR80 / HR85
1:15:53 - HCR94
1:16:57 - HCR40 / HR44
1:18:16 - HCR115
1:19:10 - HCR29 / HR30
1:28:55 - Decision Making, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
HUS Public Hearing - Thu Feb 9, 2023 @ 9:00AM HST
Keywords:
HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Li5rXK5vmxg, 2026-07-02T01:22:43+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda:
https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/Session2023/hearingnotices/HEARING_HUS_02-09-23_.PDF
Followed by HUS-HLT 11:30am Decision Making:
https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/Session2023/hearingnotices/HEARING_HUS-HLT_02-09-23_.PDF
12:08 - Introduction (HUS)
12:46 - HB618
14:03 - HB841
15:40 - HB415, HD1 (HSCR32)
19:03 - HB225, HD1 (HSCR22)
19:45 - HB448
26:21 - HB449
30:05 - HB446
35:09 - HB581
50:00 - HB456
59:18 - HB1365
1:13:43 - HB870
1:17:07 - HB938
1:19:58 - HB740
1:26:30 - HB782
1:30:43 - HB1188
1:32:23 - HB1487
2:47:07 - Decision Making
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2:44:47 - Intro to Joint (HUS/HLT)
2:44:58 HB1357 (DM Only), 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
HSG Public Hearing - Thu Mar 17, 2022 @ 9:00AM HST
Keywords:
HI House YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJmK32f3lIE, 2026-07-02T01:22:39+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, House Agenda:
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2022/hearingnotices/HEARING_HSG_03-17-22_.pdf
Followed by HSG/WAL 11:00AM (moved to RM309):
https://www.youtube.com/live/TE9TbwPK3pQ
9:47 - Introduction
10:21 - SB 2898, SD2 (SSCR3052)
14:00 - SB 2922, SD2 (SSCR2781)
16:22 - SB 2504, SD2 (SSCR3060)
19:15 - SB 2581, SD1 (SSCR2795)
20:31 - SB 2479 (SSCR3057)
21:52 - SB 2251, SD2 (SSCR3024)
23:35 - SB 879, SD1 (SSCR3162)
24:38 - SB 2877, SD1 (SSCR2947)
31:25 - SB 3324, SD2 (SSCR2999)
32:04 - SB 2667, SD1 (SSCR3000)
33:32 - SB 3247, SD2 (SSCR3111)
36:20 - SB 206, SD2 (SSCR2007)
53:06 - Decision Making, 910, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee Feb 25th, 2026
Public Safety and Homeland Security
Transcript Highlights:
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Keywords:
fundraising, Alabama Educational Television, state authority, public broadcasting, legislation influence, emergency management, public funds, educational materials, promotional materials, state agency, ambulance services, balance billing, health insurance, emergency transportation, reimbursement rates, water recreation, public access, water bodies, recreational use, water commissions
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The legislation also mirrors the reporting requirements found in the family code.
Keywords:
educator misconduct, reporting requirements, local law enforcement, public and private schools, penalties for non-compliance, expressive activities, freedom of speech, public forum, higher education, protests, student rights, telework, public education, employee rights, emergency provisions, Holocaust education, Holocaust Remembrance Week, antisemitism, genocide education, public schools
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Licensing & Administrative Procedures Apr 8th, 2025
Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Transcript Highlights:
- There being 11 ayes and zero nays. The motion prevails.
- model to the market over 11 years ago.
- The penal code should read very clear.
- You mentioned the tax revenue the state gets from these.
- This. 4.5% ABV, definitely not color-coded the same way.
Bills:
HB679, HB1764, HB1788, HB2186, HB2204, HB2418, HB2885, HB2983, HB2996, HB3250, HB3352, HB3756, HB3816, HB3913, HB3928, HB4077
Keywords:
environment, regulation, land use, public health, community development, alcohol, Sunday sales, local option election, Texas, business hours, alcohol sales, liquor, off-premise consumption, alcoholic beverages, CPA, Certified Public Accountant, licensing, accountancy, state regulation, continuing education
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
Senate Special Committee on COVID-19 - March 27, 2020
Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting
Keywords:
HI Senate YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aYEehoj9WA, 2026-07-02T01:22:43+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Today's meeting is also being broadcast with closed captioning on ‘Olelo Community Media's channel 55 and on the online stream: http://olelo.granicus.com/player/event/5588?view_id=13 Just press the CC button when you hover your mouse over the video screen.
Meeting of the Special Committee
Senate State of Hawaii COVID-19
Friday, March 27, 2020
Agenda
The special committee will convene to assess and advise the Senate regarding the State of Hawaii's COVID-19 plans and procedures to include, but not limited to:
1) Confirm the development of the state departmental plans and procedures;
2) Review and assess current state departmental plans and procedures;
3) Review and assess whether state departmental plans and procedures are properly and timely implemented to safeguard public health and safety; and
4) To communicate and disseminate information obtained therefrom.
The special committee will be meeting with the following:
11:00 a.m. Federal Stimulus Package
Senator Brian Schatz, U.S. Senate
11:30 a.m. Office of the Governor
Ms. Linda C. Takayama, Chief of Staff
12:00 p.m. Department of Transportation
Deputy Director Derek Chow, Harbors Division
Deputy Director Ross Higashi, Airports Division
12:45 p.m. Department of the Attorney General
Attorney General Clare E. Connors
Department of Public Safety
Director Nolan Espinda
2:00 p.m. Healthcare Industry
Dr. Jim Ireland, Medical Director for Department of Transportation
Dr. Elizabeth E. Char, Medical Physician
2:30 p.m. Department of Health
Dr. Bruce Anderson, Director
Dr. Sarah Park
Dr. Edward Desmond, State Laboratories Division Administrator
4:00 p.m. Hawaii Emergency Management Agency
Adjutant General Kenneth Hara, Incident Commander, 912, senate, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee 3/24/26 - Part 2
Public Safety Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- That's not sort of a current function of our gambling code. >> Representative Greenman.
- That's not sort of a current function of our gambling code. >> Representative Hudson. >> Thank you, Madam
- current function of our uh um of<00:34:56.240>
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Hudson.
Bills:
HF2354, HF3407, HF4359, HF4192, HF3356, HF3695, HF1597, HF3155, HF3871, HF4437, HF4446, HF3990
Keywords:
medical assistance, fraud prevention, subpoena authority, criminal penalties, consumer protection, ghost guns, unserialized firearms, 3D-printed guns, 3D printer firearms, CNC milling, home-built firearms, firearm serialization, serial numbers, unfinished frame, unfinished receiver, ghost gun ban, gun control, firearm design files, CAD files, digital gun blueprints
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee 3/24/26 - Part 1
Public Safety Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- We all want to make sure that our tax money is spent in a good place.
- We all want to make sure that our tax money is spent in a good place.
- We all want to make sure that our tax money is spent in a good place.
- We all want to make sure that our tax money is spent in a good place.
- We all want to make sure that our tax We all want to make sure that our tax money<01:04:49.160><
Bills:
HF2354, HF3407, HF4359, HF4192, HF3356, HF3695, HF1597, HF3155, HF3871, HF4437, HF4446, HF3990
Keywords:
medical assistance, fraud prevention, subpoena authority, criminal penalties, consumer protection, ghost guns, unserialized firearms, 3D-printed guns, 3D printer firearms, CNC milling, home-built firearms, firearm serialization, serial numbers, unfinished frame, unfinished receiver, ghost gun ban, gun control, firearm design files, CAD files, digital gun blueprints
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Judiciary Committee Meeting - 2025-04-01
Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
Transcript Highlights:
- So, that's the process that this amendment would add to Chapter 13 explicitly, and it would be there
- My 11-year-old followed his safety plan and locked himself in his room while her sisters and I ran after
- This unethical practice harms workers, undercuts honest businesses, and reduces state tax revenue.
Bills:
HF2233, HF1999, HF1995, HF1614, HF2781, HF1775, HF1316, HF2127, HF2521, HF689, HF2380, HF1273
Keywords:
Uniform Special Deposits Act, special deposit, banking law, financial institutions, escrow, escrow account, trust account, security deposit, beneficiary, depositor, creditor process, garnishment, attachment, levy, setoff, recoupment, financial market infrastructure, retirement benefits, compensation, earnest money
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law Committee 4/1/25
Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
Transcript Highlights:
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be <01:11:06.960>placed <01:11:07.280>on <01:11 - <01:11:13.280>
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we <01:11:18.000>do <01:11:18.239>not <01:11:18.560>have - ><01:11:18.800>
an <01:11:19.040>amendment.
Bills:
HF2233, HF1999, HF1995, HF1614, HF2781, HF1775, HF1316, HF2127, HF2521, HF689, HF2380, HF1273
Keywords:
Uniform Special Deposits Act, special deposit, banking law, financial institutions, escrow, escrow account, trust account, security deposit, beneficiary, depositor, creditor process, garnishment, attachment, levy, setoff, recoupment, financial market infrastructure, retirement benefits, compensation, earnest money
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Morris moves to concurrent HCR 11.
- for ad valorem property tax exemptions and to authorize parishes to grant ad valorem tax exemptions
- exemption a certain property from Advilorm taxes.
- avallarum property tax exemptions to authorize parishes to grant an avallarm tax exemptions for certain
- dues for the parish tax collectors.
Bills:
SR113, SR114, SCR64, SCR65, SCR66, SCR67, SCR12, HB59, HB66, HB79, HB153, HB165, HB326, HB387, HB455, HB513, HB660, HB719, HB762, HB802, HB816, HB833, HB895, HB950, HB975, HB1011, HB1028, HB1039, HB1051, HB1053, HB1057, HB1080, HB1084, HB1155, HB1215, HB1224, HB1228, HB1234, HB1251, HB1252, HB1254, HB1256, HB221, HCR11, HCR27, HCR28, HCR32, HCR49, HCR50, HCR60, HCR64, HCR66, HCR67, HCR68, HCR78, HCR81, HCR58, SB25, SB250, SB348, SB444, SB485, HB22, HB28, HB33, HB41, HB47, HB87, HB115, HB162, HB195, HB214, HB217, HB233, HB283, HB290, HB316, HB319, HB324, HB345, HB362, HB363, HB368, HB377, HB380, HB382, HB386, HB392, HB406, HB431, HB441, HB466, HB503, HB511, HB514, HB533, HB559, HB575, HB590, HB593, HB618, HB636, HB655, HB664, HB685, HB692, HB707, HB715, HB732, HB738, HB741, HB748, HB776, HB807, HB822, HB856, HB860, HB868, HB887, HB888, HB896, HB905, HB908, HB961, HB980, HB990, HB992, HB999, HB1000, HB1010, HB1146, HB1157, HB1233, HB1236, HB1243, SB29, SB30, SB32, SB41, SB42, SB43, SB47, SB84, SB93, SB113, SB192, SB199, SB219, SB220, SB221, SB222, SB241, SB253, SB255, SB289, SB292, SB306, SB314, SB351, SB399, SB404, SB424, SCR9, SB132, SB35, SB65, SB135, SB215, SB246, SB249, SB269, SB282, SB296, SB323, SB363, SB369, SB474, SB490, SB492, SB500, HCR26, HCR45, HCR31, HB238, HB241, HB242, HB250, HB260, HB265, HB275, HB300, HB320, HB338, HB339, HB349, HB379, HB399, HB427, HB463, HB464, HB468, HB545, HB550, HB551, HB565, HB588, HB639, HB725, HB805, HB808, HB834, HB847, HB853, HB858, HB861, HB883, HB916, HB937, HB1012, HB1027, HB1044, HB1054, HB1091, HB1117, HB90, HB127, HB138, HB150, HB201, HB268, HB273, HB285, HB315, HB354, HB355, HB360, HB376, HB445, HB506, HB606, HB649, HB665, HB681, HB721, HB746, HB757, HB781, HB835, HB844, HB857, HB872, HB886, HB889, HB892, HB982, HB987, HB1037, HB1068, HB1072, HB1078, HB1085, HB1132, HB1137, HB1167, HB1174, HB1232, HB1238, HB23, HB136, HB17, HB21, HB51, HB55, HB74, HB106, HB108, HB133, HB140, HB159, HB168, HB215, HB226, HB263, HB296, HB299, HB322, HB364, HB519, HB535, HB538, HB568, HB571, HB622, HB635, HB676, HB772, HB784, HB1006, HB1018, HB1043, HB1070, HB1134, HB1237, HB1239, HB62, HB193, HB203, HB210, HB220, HB228, HB246, HB420, HB475, HB486, HB574, HB584, HB750, HB813, HB815, HB826, HB870, HB949, HB953, HB1045, HB1092, HB1151, HB1162, HB1176, HB1177, HB1196, HB1214, HB1241, HB36, HB73, HB119, HB126, HB129, HB166, HB211, HB245, HB271, HB280, HB337, HB351, HB677, HB712, HB723, HB726, HB728, HB759
Keywords:
condolence resolution, memorial resolution, sympathy, tribute, Martha Elizabeth Odom, Louisiana Senate, bereavement, obituary, student recognition, ballet, dance, softball, soccer, tennis, creative writing, theater, high school honors, Ascension Episcopal School, University of the South, Sewanee
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum present and opened with the introduction of guest pastor Dr. Jeff Williams, who delivered the invocation before members recited the pledge and approved the journal without objection. The chamber then handled a series of communications from the House, including notice of House action on numerous Senate bills and joint resolutions, and introduced several Senate resolutions and a concurrent resolution, many of which were laid over. One resolution to recognize Jewish American Heritage Month drew objection to suspension of the rules, while SCR 64, creating a task force on construction management at risk, was amended to add the Louisiana Police Jury Association president or designee and then adopted 34-0. SCR 66 designating Anti-Hunger Day and SCR 67 honoring Chef John Folse were also adopted unanimously. The Senate also heard personal privilege remarks recognizing Southwest Louisiana Day at the Capitol, honoring the late John Gillespie, and designating a Day Without Child Care at the Capitol through SR 115.
The chamber then considered a large number of House bills and House concurrent resolutions on second reading, mostly referring them to committees or ordering them to the Legislative Bureau. Among the measures advanced from committee were bills on veterans’ employment at schools, anti-cancer medication coverage, domestic abuse arrest holding periods, food safety, state finances, vaccination status and public buildings, construction code commission purpose, elected official compensation, clinical trial competitiveness, law enforcement records, sexual assault nurse examiner oversight, human remains documentation, wildlife disposition, and several local or tax-related measures. HCR 11 supporting the Louisiana National Guard at Camp Beauregard was concurred in 135-0. The Senate also received committee reports on multiple House bills, with several reported favorably or with amendments.
On final passage, the Senate approved a series of bills, including SB 135 on sports wagering revenue allocation, which passed 32-2 after debate over shifting more funding to early childhood education and capping the sports fund allocation. Other bills passed included HB 238 on ethics exceptions for former school board members, HB 241 on bank records definitions, HB 242 allowing a St. Tammany Parish constable to appoint a deputy, HB 250 on financial disclosure for board members, HB 260 on complimentary transportation for legislators, HB 265 expanding video voyeurism offenses with a funeral-service exemption amendment, HB 275 increasing penalties for domestic violence committed in the presence of a child, HB 300 raising the appraisal threshold for certain residential loans, HB 320 creating a crime of unlawful exposure by an inmate, HB 338 extending the Office of Financial Institutions sunset, HB 339 expanding privacy protections for law enforcement officers and administrative law judges, HB 349 expanding the Imported Seafood Safety Fund’s uses, HB 379 allowing certain 17-year-old students to serve as poll commissioners, HB 427 revising online minor-protection language after a debated amendment restoring an opt-out, HB 463 raising emergency communication service charges under voter approval and hearing requirements, HB 464 requiring utility damage notices to go to the Regional Notification Center, and HB 468 regulating wholesaling of residential real property. Most of these measures passed unanimously or by wide margins, with several motions to reconsider laid on the table after passage.