Transcript Highlights:

• Welcome back to the Capitol today. I know you'll be presenting on this measure. Mr.
• Unfortunately, workers currently lack the legal protections they need to secure this leave, forcing them
• Right now, there is nothing that requires a worker to try to secure this treatment outside of work hours

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• It's Lake of the Ozarks Day here at the Capitol.
• is that the treasurer's office will minimize credit risk, the risk of loss due to the failure of securities
• This is a constitutional issue dealing with property rights, to people being secure in their property

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The Missouri House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the prior day’s journal by a 126-2 vote. Members then observed a moment of silence for former Representative and Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel Barney Fisher, with remarks honoring his military service, business career, and House service from 2005 to 2013. The chamber also welcomed several guest groups, including Southern Boone third graders, Lake of the Ozarks Day visitors, and other special guests. The House then took up several third-reading measures. Senate Bill 907, the “act against abusive website access litigation,” was adopted with House amendments and passed 148-0 after debate focused on protecting businesses, nonprofits, churches, and political subdivisions from abusive ADA-related website lawsuits while preserving access rights and allowing a 90-day cure period. House Joint Resolution 159, which would modernize constitutional limits on state treasurer investments, passed 101-34 after supporters argued it could generate about $15 million annually without raising taxes, while opponents raised concerns about broad investment authority and voter intent. House Bill 2741, requiring CDL holders to be able to read and speak English sufficiently for safe operation and related duties, passed 104-22 amid debate over safety, immigration concerns, and enforcement. House Bill 2474, offering political subdivisions an optional progressive design-build contracting method, passed 141-5. House Bill 3076, described as cleanup language exempting agricultural non-point sources from water permitting, passed 102-41 after sharp disagreement over environmental protections and DNR authority. House Bill 2436, dealing with animal abuse, neglect, impoundment, and related procedures, passed 88-54 after debate over due process and livestock/property rights. House Bill 2576, the annual naming/awareness bill, passed 140-3. House Bill 3175, “Mason’s Law,” allowing certain health-condition information to be shared with law enforcement through the Department of Revenue for traffic stops, passed 147-0. Before adjournment, the House announced that the Rules Committee would meet immediately on one Senate bill and that members should be prepared to consider additional measures upon return. The chamber then adjourned until 4 p.m. Monday, April 20, 2026.

Transcript Highlights:

• We do have to be more thoughtful and aggressive up here at the State Capitol, be able to lift the barriers
• SB 551 formally introduces the principles of normalization and dynamic security to the California Department
• AB 414, which simplifies the security deposit return process, is back for concurrence.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, welcomed visiting students from De La Salle High School and a guest for Assembly Member Kalra, and then moved through a lengthy concurrence and third-reading agenda. Early actions included concurrence on ACR 21 honoring fallen Galt Police Officer Herminda Grewal, followed by a series of mostly noncontroversial bills on utilities, reclamation districts, housing, wildfire relief, mobile homes, environmental quality, health care coverage, and local government. Several measures were presented as technical, clarifying, or urgency bills, and many passed with unanimous or near-unanimous votes; notable items included AB 238 (wildfire mortgage forbearance), AB 571 (Southern California Veterans Cemetery permitting/CEQA exemption), AB 574 (health care coverage), AB 696 (lithium-ion battery safety advisory group), AB 1150 (airport car rental facility maintenance), AB 1154 (ADU parking standards), and SB 499 (impact fee deferrals for emergency-related parkland and utility infrastructure). SB 499 drew the most debate, with supporters emphasizing disaster resilience and dual-use parkland and an opponent arguing it would worsen housing-related fee burdens; it ultimately passed after a call was lifted. The chamber also adopted SJR 4 urging restoration of NIH funding, and passed SB 230 expanding workers’ compensation presumptions to additional firefighters, SB 92 tightening density bonus law to curb loopholes, SB 782 creating disaster relief financing districts, SB 40 capping insulin copays at $35 and limiting step therapy, SB 362 strengthening small-business financing disclosures, SB 513 requiring workers access to training records, SB 489 requiring public agencies involved in housing approvals to post requirements online, SB 31 promoting recycled water use, SB 551 introducing normalization and dynamic security concepts in corrections, SB 639 extending flood-protection deadlines for Sacramento/Yuba projects, SB 653 defining environmentally sensitive vegetation management, AB 652 on air pollution, and SB 221 updating stalking law to include threats to pets. Several bills received recorded opposition or split votes, including SB 551, SB 439, SB 782, and SB 499, but most measures passed comfortably. The Assembly also concurred in Senate amendments on AB 516 and AB 1523, and later lifted the call on SB 499 to complete passage. The session included an adjournment in memory of Rick Bryson of Long Beach, with Assembly Member Lowenthal highlighting Bryson’s athletic, business, and civic contributions. The day ended with reminders to secure floor managers for pending bills, a notice of the next day’s 10 a.m. floor session, and adjournment until Thursday, September 4th.

Transcript Highlights:

• He would assume these responsibilities during the most dangerous security environment.
• To secure that peace will enable a golden age.
• Border security and immigration enforcement are critical to our national security, but these current
• Both to secure our own interests directly, secure the territorial integrity of our homeland from unchecked
• We see this agreement. as a step toward greater security and solid security guarantees and I truly hope

Keywords: defense, geopolitical tensions, military readiness, China, Russia, U.S. military, Indo-Pacific, alliance, procurement

Summary: The meeting focused on critical defense and security matters, particularly concerning the ongoing geopolitical tensions involving China and Russia. There were discussions surrounding U.S. military readiness, with significant emphasis on the potential threats posed by China in the Indo-Pacific region. Members expressed concerns about America's military capabilities in relation to the growing Chinese fleet and the importance of maintaining strong alliances with nations like Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan. Additionally, the notion of prioritizing the defense industrial base was highlighted, emphasizing the need for effective procurement and modernization efforts to counter adversarial threats. Furthermore, notable commentary included a reference to President Zelensky's remarks regarding peace negotiations with Ukraine, expressing a willingness for further cooperation with the U.S.

Transcript Highlights:

• They exist to secure rights for their citizens.
• Greer's confirmation hearing, he argued that economic security leads to strong national security.
• So Ambassador Kerr, can you explain to me how it helps America's national security?
• Ambassador Greer, welcome to Capitol Hill.
• These practices threaten our economic security, our prosperity.

Keywords: tariffs, Trump administration, economy, public testimony, trade policy, market access, export controls

Summary: The meeting focused on various significant topics concerning the recent tariff policies and their wide-ranging implications on the American economy. Members expressed their concerns regarding the negative impact of increased tariffs as proposed by the Trump administration, with specific emphasis on how families might suffer from higher costs and market access issues. The discussion was lively, with members questioning the clarity of the tariff plan and raising concerns about its potential effects on small businesses and American exports.

Transcript Highlights:

• I will save my later introduction on Art at the Capitol because today is Art at the Capitol.
• introduction on Art at the Capitol introduction on Art at the Capitol because<00:08:24.840> today
• So because today is Art at the Capitol.
• Art at the Capitol possible. Art at the Capitol possible.
• And to my team, thank you for planning Art at the Capitol.

Bills: SCR48, SCR28, SCR74, SCR62, SCR60, SCR89, SCR147, SCR179, SCR182, SCR59, SCR54, SCR180

Keywords: affordable housing, housing credits, perpetual credits, development, Hawaii Housing Finance, Vietnam veterans, commemorative medal, recognition, working group, Hawaii, no-bid contracts, emergency procurement, audit, state agencies, public funds, accountability, emergency response, disability access, 911 systems, life-saving measures

Transcript Highlights:

• Darlene Brough, AKA Day at the Capitol Co-Chair.
• Senator Miles: ...Coordinator for AKA Day at the Capitol and Chairman, Dr.
• Darlene Breaux, AKA Day at the Capitol Co-Chair, Priscilla Barber, Randall, AKA Day at the Capitol Steering
• It's my honor and privilege to celebrate Brownsville Day with you here at your state capitol.
• It is my honor and privilege to celebrate Brownsville Day with you here at your state capitol.

Bills: SJR36, SB2, SR9, SR10, SR16

Keywords: American Public Works Association, public works, infrastructure, Texas, recognition day, local government, municipalities, APWA, Texas Chapter, community development, engineering, professional recognition, community impact, Texas Society of Professional Engineers, Lubbock leadership, recognition, professional achievement, Alpha Kappa Alpha, sorority, social service

Transcript Highlights:

• I'm here representing State Armor, which works to find state solutions to national security challenges
• I'm a human rights lawyer by training, and I've spent three decades working on U.S. national security
• I'm a human rights lawyer by training, and I've spent three decades working on U.S. national security
• I'm a human rights lawyer by training, and I've spent three decades working on U.S. national security
• The Justice Department, FBI, and the Departments of Homeland Security and State work on these issues,

Summary: The committee first approved the minutes and then heard House Bill 1033, which expands the definition of critical infrastructure to include airports, heliports, spaceports, aerospace facilities, certain government and military sites, and oil and gas platforms. Supporters said the bill is part of a broader effort to position Louisiana for aerospace and defense investment, while opponents from the Sierra Club warned that repeatedly broadening critical infrastructure could chill protest and free-speech activity. The bill was reported favorably. The committee then heard House Bill 1034, which authorizes local officials to declare temporary protection zones for public safety for up to 72 hours, with one extension. The sponsor and the Department of Economic Development said it would be a tool for aerospace and defense projects and other public-safety needs; ACLU testimony raised concerns about notice, property rights, and possible impacts on public waterways. The bill was also reported favorably. The committee next considered several criminal justice bills. House Bill 51, barring post-conviction bail for defendants convicted of aggravated offenses against children, and House Bill 55, limiting public disclosure of juror information to protect juror privacy, both received broad support and were reported favorably. House Bill 635, aimed at protecting Louisianians from transnational repression by foreign governments through penalty enhancements for underlying crimes, was supported by a national security advocate and reported favorably. House Bill 133, increasing penalties for students who commit attacks on teachers or other students, was amended to address juvenile procedure and exceptionalities; teachers testified about serious injuries they suffered, while the ACLU and criminal defense lawyers raised concerns about mandatory minimums and individualized sentencing. The bill was reported with amendments. The committee also heard House Bill 676, which creates the crime of fraudulent patient referrals, or “body brokering,” in the substance-use treatment industry. The sponsor and Blue Cross Blue Shield representatives described schemes that steer vulnerable patients into fraudulent treatment arrangements for profit; the bill was reported favorably. House Bill 159 created a Caddo Parish pilot program for pretrial home incarceration with electronic monitoring to reduce jail overcrowding. The sheriff said the jail is far over capacity and that the program would be limited to nonviolent, non-sex-offense defendants with risk assessments, court approval, and behavioral-health check-ins. Witnesses supported the concept but urged tighter liability language; the committee adopted an amendment and reported the bill with amendments. House Bill 106, dealing with unauthorized administration of melatonin to children in child care settings, was reported favorably. Later, the committee amended and reported House Bill 108, which changes juror qualifications to exclude people convicted of crimes of violence or sex offenses from criminal juries, after opponents argued it would unnecessarily bar citizens from jury service. House Bill 784, a cleanup bill on sex offender registration and notification, was amended and reported with technical changes. Senate Bill 388, which removes a trigger clause tied to a border compact and authorizes review of state contracts for foreign-adversary benefit, was amended and reported. Finally, House Bill 772, a bail-procedure reform requiring accurate mailing and electronic notice information and consolidating notice rules, was presented as a fairness and efficiency measure and had support from the bail industry and prosecutors; the transcript ends before final action on that bill.

Transcript Highlights:

• Capitol. and to take and take and take and take and to take and take and take and take again.
• The next phrase in the Declaration after that pursuit of happiness is to secure those rights; governments
• And to secure those rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the
• And to secure those rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the
• And to secure those rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the

Keywords: 918, senate, all

Summary: Minnesota legislators held a press event responding to a U.S. Senate vote that they said would remove federal protections and allow copper-nickel mining activity that could affect the Boundary Waters. Senator Foung Hawj opened by condemning the vote as favoring corporate interests over Minnesotans, and Representatives Leach Kozlowski and Shelley Buck, along with Senator Jen McEwen and Senator Ann Johnson Stewart, framed the Boundary Waters as both an environmental treasure and, for Native communities, homelands with treaty-protected rights. They argued that copper sulfide mining poses irreversible risks to water quality, wildlife, and tribal fishing, gathering, and hunting rights, and said the federal action lacked adequate government-to-government consultation with affected tribes. The speakers highlighted several state bills they said are intended to fill the gap left by the federal vote. McEwen described her “Prove It First” bill, which would require a mine of the same type to have operated in the U.S. for 10 years and closed for 10 years without pollution before a similar project could be permitted in Minnesota. Johnson Stewart outlined three measures: a permanent protection bill for state-owned lands in the Rainy River watershed, a taxpayer protection/financial assurance bill requiring non-iron mining companies to fully fund cleanup guarantees in cash up front, and a “bad actor” bill barring permits for companies with records of corruption, bribery, or environmental destruction. The speakers said these bills need hearings and discussion and urged Governor Walz and state agencies to take action now, including possible permit revocations. In response to questions about economic arguments for mining, McEwen said she understood why some Northland residents might hope for jobs but argued that mining companies exploit economic desperation with propaganda and that most Minnesotans oppose this type of mining near the Boundary Waters. She said there is limited Republican support for some narrower bills, especially financial assurance, and suggested the issue could become a political liability for Rep. Pete Stauber. The event ended with a call for bipartisan action, state-level enforcement, and continued public pressure to protect the Boundary Waters.

Transcript Highlights:

• Some of you may have seen Robyn in the Capitol. She's our Chief External Affairs Officer.
• So again, that was secured through a statewide geo bond and also local funding.
• You have now given that driver the opportunity to get a decent rest in an area that is secure.
• Going through the topics that Johnny has mentioned, I want to say something about security.
• In other words, put the asphalt down, put a fence around it, make it secure, and then a restaurant will

Transcript Highlights:

• wanted to make sure that the members know that we do have pizza that has been saved for us at the Capitol
• I guess I'm just, you know, we're hearing about there may be changes to Social Security or there may
• And I don't have a whole lot of security that that will be included, where we will go back and make either
• And I don't have a whole lot of security that that will be included, where we will go back and make either
• I don't have a whole lot of security that that will be included, where we will go back and make either

Keywords: 00:25 Call to Order/Roll Call 01:36 Discussion of 25RS SB 153 23:11 Roll Call Vote on 25RS SB 153 30:56 Adjournment, 958, all

Summary: The House Standing Committee on Health Services met on March 14, 2025, and took up a committee substitute for Senate Bill 153. The substitute deleted the original bill language and replaced it with provisions from Senate Bill 14, aimed at prohibiting pharmaceutical manufacturers from discriminating against 340B covered entities and adding reporting requirements for those entities. The sponsor explained that the protections would sunset after one year, allowing lawmakers to review data by July 1, 2026, and that Kentucky would continue to follow any future federal changes to the 340B program. Members asked several questions about the scope of the reporting, including what “total operating cost” means, how duplicate discounts are prevented, whether the reporting applies only to hospitals and not federally qualified health centers, and who would receive the data. The sponsor said the reporting is intended to help the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and the Office of Health Data Analytics at LRC assess how the program is working, including charity care and community benefits, while preserving protections for rural hospitals and allowing them to continue using contract pharmacies. A representative from LRC confirmed the data would come to the General Assembly through the Office of Health Data Analytics. The committee expressed mixed views about the balance between transparency and potential burdens on hospitals, especially rural facilities. Several members said they were supportive but had reservations about the reporting requirements and the sunset structure, while others noted concerns about unintended consequences and the possibility of changes on the House floor. The committee ultimately adopted the committee substitute, approved a title amendment, and reported Senate Bill 153 with House Committee Substitute 2 favorably. The meeting then adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

• Number two is housing security.
• Number two is housing security.
• Number two is housing security.
• Number two is housing security.
• Number two is housing security.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• And I've watched DPSS social workers present requests like these before a juvenile court judge to secure
• It says ward of the court, they belong to us, and they are counting on us to secure the future because
• Assembly Member, so we are going to recess and reconvene in Capitol Room 113.
• We are going to recess and reconvene in Capitol Room 113.
• We have now reconvened in Room 113 here in the Capitol.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• for considering what role Minnesota's child tax credit can play in strengthening family economic security
• now include income from a trade or business that is not subject to the federal Medicare or Social Security
• and<00:32:22.880> the<00:32:22.960> potential<00:32:23.360> costs at the Capitol
• and the potential costs at the Capitol and the potential costs of<00:32:23.880> proposals<00:
• we can only secure collectively through public<00:48:24.320> policy.

Bills: HF4621, HF4123, HF4616, HF1183

Keywords: child tax credit, financial assistance, low-income families, state revenue, tax policy, net investment income, taxation, business income, self-employment, tax increase, wealth tax, fairness, public services, high-income earners, economic equity, Internal Revenue Code, employee classification, federal law, Minnesota statutes, 1183

Transcript Highlights:

• I'm building retirement, creating financial security, and helping my family in a way that wouldn't otherwise
• California recognize and support business models that help workers build wealth, retirement, and security
• Should California recognize and support business models that help workers build wealth, retirement, security
• Thank you for also addressing concerns to remove language that may have inadvertently prohibited security
• those days, as you, as all of you are quite familiar with, trying to get back and forth from the Capitol

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• His final tour brought him to Capitol Hill as a deputy director of House Affairs, Marine Corps Office
• The Air Force then had to modify that plane to address security concerns.
• That includes people who have been pardoned, who were convicted of securities fraud, wire fraud, bank
• Speaker, earlier this week, news broke out that you have a secret plan to cut Social Security, Medicare
• I don't agree with Speaker Johnson's notion to cut Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, June 11, 2026, 1012, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• So when I came to the Capitol this morning, I drove through... ...understand what's going on down there
• So when I came to the Capitol this morning, I drove through eight different, 18 different representative
• And so after I meet the immediate needs of safety, security, shelter, food, clothing, and compassion,
• to better serve the patients experiencing behavioral mental health crisis, this legislation better secures
• I would think that water or not, security is security. And that's the reason for Rep.

Summary: The House Appropriations Committee met on April 27 and first took up House Bill 175 and its companion House Bill 165, both dealing with lottery proceeds for veterans. HB 175 was amended to create a Veterans Service Grant Board within the Department of Veterans Affairs and direct $500,000 annually from Louisiana Lottery net proceeds into a Veterans Service Grant Fund, with unused money returned to the lottery proceeds fund that supports the MFP. Supporters, including the bill sponsor, The Boot Louisiana, LDVA Secretary Charlton McGinley, and Bastion Veterans Organization, argued the grants would help veteran services, workforce placement, mental health, housing, entrepreneurship, and retention of veterans in Louisiana. Members raised concerns about drawing from lottery proceeds that traditionally support education, but the committee adopted amendments and reported HB 175 favorably as amended. HB 165, the constitutional amendment companion, was also amended for technical and ballot-language changes and then reported favorably as amended for voter consideration. The committee then considered House Bill 457, which would authorize the Louisiana Department of Health and the State Fire Marshal to set minimum housing standards for homeless shelters, group homes, and halfway homes. The sponsor said the bill responded to a state auditor recommendation and to unsafe conditions in some facilities; he also explained an amendment changing the Fire Marshal’s duties from mandatory to permissive to reduce fiscal impact and allow agencies flexibility. Some members questioned whether local standards already existed and how enforcement and funding would work, while others supported the need for statewide minimum standards for human housing. The committee adopted the amendment and reported HB 457 favorably as amended. House Bill 488, by Representative Brough, sought to create a Belle Chasse Bridge Merit-Based Special Fund using recurring severance tax revenues from Plaquemines Parish to help buy out the Belle Chasse toll bridge and end what the sponsor described as excessive tolls and fees. He and several local witnesses, including business owners, a YMCA representative, and a parish council member, testified that the tolling arrangement had harmed access, businesses, and quality of life. The committee adopted a technical amendment clarifying the revenue source and then reported HB 488 favorably as amended. House Bill 566, which would prohibit state funds from supporting net-zero greenhouse gas initiatives tied to the 2022 Louisiana Climate Action Plan, drew significant debate over whether it would interfere with agency funding and economic development efforts; the sponsor argued the plan lacked legislative approval and should be repudiated, while members urged caution and suggested hearing from affected agencies. The sponsor agreed to consider deferring the bill, and the committee did not advance it at that time. House Bill 603, a constitutional amendment authorizing investment of state funds in digital assets and precious metals, was discussed as a way to hedge inflation and preserve value; members asked about limits and safeguards, and the bill was reported favorably. The committee then began hearing House Bill 763, a transparency measure creating a public database for settlement agreements involving state agencies.

Transcript Highlights:

• The Committee on Homeland Security and Public Safety and Veterans Affairs will now come to order.
• I was also a facility security officer at the uranium enrichment facility.
• What about an airport, the secured portion of an airport?
• This would, no, but because that falls under federal law once you're inside the secure, secure portion
• You can do that today, yes, just not past the secure portion. OK. What?

Bills: HB259

Keywords: redistricting, Independent Citizen Redistricting Commission, Texas Legislature, elections, district boundaries, voter representation

Transcript Highlights:

• Members, you know, it's an honor to welcome the proud residents of Baytown to the Texas Capitol.
• Welcome to the show. for the Capitol guys.
• Welcome to your state capitol. 722 723 The chair recognizes Mr. Reynolds for a motion.
• Thank y'all, welcome to your Capitol. Thank you. 774 775 776 777 The chair recognizes Mr.
• Welcome to your Capitol. Thank you for being here today. Thank you guys. Please excuse Ms.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• So will y'all join me in recognizing them and celebrating them being at the Texas Capitol today?
• HR 214 by Gerdes recognizing February 11, 2025 as Bastrop County Day at the state Capitol.
• HR 191 by Bell of Kaufman recognizing February 11, 2025 as Athens Day at the state Capitol.
• HR 220 by Lauderbach recognizing February 11, 2025 as Queto Chamber Day at the state Capitol.
• Members, please join me in welcoming this hardworking group to the Texas Capitol.