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• Members, whether it's no matter which member on the Republican side, every single one of them asked for
• </c><00:04:14.640><c> Party</c><00:04:14.920><c> joined</c> the uh of the Republican Party joined the
• </c> of exactly what Republicans asked for. of exactly what Republicans asked for.
• When I say they, I'm talking about House Republicans. concerned. We um we brought a concerned.
• </c> I'm talking about House Republicans. They have seen the bill pass in the Senate.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Yet where are House Republicans?
• Yet where are House Republicans?
• This is the Republican ripoff. This is the Republican ripoff.
• </c><07:37:41.760><c> will</c> States is that House Republicans will States is that House Republicans
• </c> president Trump and my Republican president Trump and my Republican colleagues<07:37:50.920><c>

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, February 6, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• some of our legislative priorities, as well as our work to stand firmly against the work of the Republicans
• who talk about people having abortions continues in states around us and from the anti-abortion Republicans
• </c><00:01:32.840><c> in</c> the anti-abortion republicans in the anti-abortion republicans in Congress
• Yeah, I'm assuming that's a Republican bill.
• </c> Republican bill okay well if Republicans Republican bill okay well if Republicans want<00:22:37.279

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• The Republicans<00:14:55.279><c> did.
• If Republicans think these benefits.
• Many of my Republican another.
• </c> uh from this Republican majority. uh from this Republican majority.
• c> agriculture</c> This is what Republican agriculture This is what Republican agriculture policy<00:

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• c><00:18:26.240><c> reversed</c> President Trump and Republicans reversed President Trump and Republicans
• <00:34:07.679><c> together</c> Democrats and Republicans came together Democrats and Republicans came
• 27:54.000><c> the</c> Republican colleagues and to the Republican colleagues and to the American<02:27
• Republicans understand the clear.
• </c><04:45:20.400><c> are</c> Secure America Act, Republicans are Secure America Act, Republicans are

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, June 4, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Republican voters are showing up at the few town halls that Republicans are brave enough to have, and
• :39:31.120><c> are</c> Republican voters, Republican voters are Republican voters, Republican voters
• </c> the Republican conference of this body. the Republican conference of this body.
• I urge my Republican crossroads.
• And Republicans.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• That is Republicans on the committee.
• Republicans haven't allowed that in yet. Republicans haven't allowed that in yet.
• </c> this, which has been the Republican this, which has been the Republican approach<00:13:15.279><c
• </c><00:18:32.559><c> And</c> Republican author on any of them.
• And Republican author on any of them.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: House DFL leaders held a press availability outlining a broad anti-fraud agenda focused on state programs, especially Medicaid-related services, but also unemployment and tax fraud. They said the package is intended to strengthen accountability, improve oversight, and prevent fraud before it occurs, while arguing that fraud harms vulnerable Minnesotans such as children with autism, people with disabilities, seniors, and homeless people. They also tied the problem to long-term privatization of public services, arguing that outsourcing creates more layers and opportunities for fraud, and cited examples like county case management and managed care arrangements. Specific proposals discussed included strengthening the attorney general’s Medicaid fraud control unit, creating or expanding inspector general functions, requiring more in-person site visits, using electronic visit verification, improving background checks and fingerprinting, and upgrading outdated IT systems. Members said some bills would be relatively low-cost while others would require funding, and that bills without fiscal notes might move separately while others could be folded into budget discussions. They also said the House DFL had already taken steps in prior sessions, including creating a fraud unit at the BCA and adding DHS staff for site visits. The discussion also covered the Office of Inspector General bill, with DFL members saying they support placing the office in the executive branch and that the governor should make the final appointment for constitutional reasons. They said Republicans had blocked amendments they viewed as adding fraud-prevention authority to the OIG bill, and that the governor’s staff had not been involved in working groups. On a separate bill involving disclosure requirements, they said the committee version was improved but still flawed because it could interfere with investigations; they said it would next go to the Children and Families Committee. No votes were taken in the exchange, and members said they were still early in session and hoped for more constructive negotiations later.

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• Arizona Federation of Republican Women that are here as well.
• Lauren Hawkins, President of Prescott Valley Republican Women.
• Arizona Federation of Republican Women that are here as well.
• Arizona Federation of Republican Women that are here as well.
• The Republican Caucus is not meeting tomorrow.

Summary: The House convened for opening-day proceedings with prayers in English and Spanish, the Pledge of Allegiance, and musical performances, then recorded attendance and welcomed the Doctor of the Day, Dr. Jason Jameson. The Speaker introduced numerous guests and dignitaries, including statewide officials, university presidents, former lawmakers, and family members, and delivered remarks about Arizona’s history, the importance of civility, and the role of state government in protecting residents from federal overreach. Coaches Kenny Dillingham and Tommy Lloyd also addressed the chamber, speaking about leadership, talent development, and the ways sports can unite and inspire Arizona communities. The House then took up organizational business. Members adopted proposed changes to Rule 9 and then adopted the amended rules for the 57th Legislature, Second Regular Session. The chamber also agreed to read bills by number and short title only, declared an emergency for that purpose, and announced the creation of two new standing committees: Artificial Intelligence and Innovation, chaired by Representative Justin Wilmeth, and Rural Economic Development, chaired by Representative Teresa Martinez. A House Organizational Committee was appointed to notify the Senate that the House was organized and ready for business and to inform the Governor that the Legislature was ready to receive her message. The remainder of the session was largely devoted to points of personal privilege, with members introducing family, constituents, local officials, educators, veterans, business leaders, and advocacy groups. Several members highlighted issues they intend to work on this session, including affordability, water security, deed fraud, education, health care, rural development, and veterans’ issues. The House later recessed to accommodate the joint organizational proceedings with the Senate.

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• Senator Fattman would appear as a Republican.
• You can't argue that Republicans put Charlie Baker into the corner office.
• will still be able to be Republicans.
• When she first ran, she ran as a Republican.
• She was running as a Republican.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions held a public hearing on Initiative Petition 25-12, H.503, a proposal to implement all-party state primaries for Massachusetts state and federal elections. The committee opened with procedural remarks explaining Article 48 requirements and then heard first from two subject-matter experts. Professor Costas Panagopoulos of Northeastern University testified that top-two primary systems in other states have produced mixed results: they may modestly increase primary turnout in some cases, but the research does not show a reliable reduction in polarization, and such systems can weaken party gatekeeping, increase strategic behavior, raise campaign spending, and reduce general-election choice for voters whose preferred party is not on the ballot. Katie King of the National Conference of State Legislatures outlined the different primary models used nationwide, explained that Massachusetts currently uses an open-to-unaffiliated primary, and reviewed legal distinctions between blanket primaries and top-two systems; she noted that blanket primaries were struck down by the Supreme Court, while Washington’s top-two system was upheld because it narrows the field rather than nominating party candidates. She also said voter education and administrative preparation would be important if the system changed. The proponents’ panel, led by Danielle Allen of the Coalition for Healthy Democracy, argued that Massachusetts has chronically uncompetitive elections, low turnout, and too many uncontested races, and that all-party primaries would give every voter a meaningful choice in the first round and force candidates to appeal to a broader electorate. Allen said the proposal is designed specifically for Massachusetts and differs from other states by allowing party endorsements to appear on the ballot, which supporters said would preserve useful information while shifting control of the preliminary election from party insiders to voters. Jim Henderson, the coalition’s counsel, said the bill is narrowly tailored to state-level primaries and would amend Chapter 53 to put all voters on equal footing. Other supporters, including Kevin Johnson, Kate Kavanaugh, and Spencer Reynolds, emphasized that the reform could increase competition, reduce polarization, improve participation by independents and underrepresented voters, and create more accountability to the full electorate. Committee members pressed the witnesses on turnout, the practical effect of endorsements, whether the proposal would simply shift party influence to an earlier stage, and whether it could disadvantage minority-party or independent candidates. Senator Fattman repeatedly asked about evidence that turnout would materially increase, while Representative Peisch and others questioned whether requiring or seeking endorsements would create new barriers or pressure candidates to clear the field. Supporters responded that the system would modestly increase primary participation, that the general election would remain the decisive contest, and that endorsements would be optional and handled through party rules. No vote was taken at the hearing; the committee heard testimony and questions only.

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• Senator Fatman would appear as a Republican.
• But if in 2018 Governor Baker, as the Republican nominee, If in 2018 Governor Baker, as the Republican
• will still be able to be Republicans.
• When she first ran, she ran as a Republican.
• She was running as a Republican.

Bills: H5001

Keywords: election day registration, voter registration, proof of residency, provisional ballot, party affiliation, 1212, all

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• Republicans refused to make it an order. bill. Republicans refused to make it an bill.
• Instead, what is Republican on.
• Republicans, Mr.
• Republicans, Mr. Speaker, state dollars. Republicans, Mr.
• Republicans are seeking white.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, December 18, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• And since then, Republican governors and Since then, Republican governors and state legislatures across
• c><01:20:09.040><c> your</c> Republican colleagues, think about your Republican colleagues, think about
• </c><03:27:58.239><c> colleague</c> introduced by my Republican colleague introduced by my Republican
• it was a was the Republican uh it was a Republican<03:37:58.479><c> senator</c><03:37:58.800><c> that
• ,</c> President Donald Trump, a Republican, President Donald Trump, a Republican, who<03:38:24.800><c

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, May 21, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Those same Republican states would also control a convention, with 29 states versus 18 Democrat states
• Even if we were conducting voting by population using the Electoral College, Republicans still control
• For decades, conservative Republicans have supported a balanced budget amendment.
• I'm the chairwoman of the Idaho Republican Party. And I've had concerns about this issue for years.
• So the Republican National Committee and the Idaho Republican Party strongly opposed the convening of

Summary: The committee first approved the minutes from January 29 and 30. It then took up HCR 25, a resolution calling for an Article V convention effort focused on a balanced budget amendment. The sponsor and supporters argued that the federal debt and annual deficits are unsustainable, that the resolution is intended to pressure Congress rather than actually trigger a runaway convention, and that any amendment would still require ratification by 38 states. Supporters also said a balanced budget amendment would force fiscal discipline without immediate tax hikes or drastic cuts, and several public witnesses, including former officials, a banker, a student, and party leaders, testified in favor on generational and economic grounds. Opponents and skeptical members raised concerns that the resolution explicitly calls for a constitutional convention, that there is no reliable way to limit the scope or delegate selection, and that a convention could create unintended constitutional changes. Some questioned whether the strategy was honest with constituents, whether Congress should instead be changed through elections, and whether states like Idaho should continue accepting federal funds while advocating fiscal restraint. The Idaho Republican Party chair testified against the measure, saying the risk of an uncontrolled convention outweighed any benefit. After debate, Representative Boyle moved a substitute motion to hold HCR 25 in committee, but that motion failed 9-4. The committee then voted on the original motion to send HCR 25 to the floor with a due pass recommendation, and that motion passed 9-4. The committee then adjourned.

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• So that means Republicans are getting taxed to fund Democrat campaigns and vice versa.
• In my opinion, this is a conservative and a Republican thing to want: government reform of this nature
• Take myself, for instance, as a Republican representative.
• But not affording a member the option to use HM as a Republican is an injustice to my constituents.
• Take myself, for instance, as a Republican representative.

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• Is that a Republican governor or Democratic governor? You know, Indiana.
• Is that a Republican governor, you know? Pick the states.
• Is that a Republican governor or Democratic governor? You know, Indiana.
• Is that a Republican governor, you know? Pick the states.
• It can't even be four Republican. And just us.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The subcommittee met to approve the April and May minutes, welcome a new member, and hear an update from Gina Frey of EOHHS on statewide health and human services workforce development efforts. Frey described cross-secretariat initiatives under the Workforce Skills Cabinet, including MA Repay loan repayment awards, expanded community college and tuition supports, ESOL/work-readiness programming for immigrants, and efforts to build career pathways and reduce attrition in nursing, behavioral health, direct care, and primary care. She also reviewed a $46 million ARPA-funded home and community-based services grant program that supported 82 grantees, led to hiring 8,752 new staff, over 1,000 interns, 2,000 new certifications, and a drop in vacancy rates from 22% to 12%. Members raised concerns about the impact of immigration policy changes on the direct care workforce, including losses of trained workers in provider agencies, and asked whether any exemption or other relief efforts were underway. Frey said EOHHS is tracking the issue closely but did not identify a specific exemption effort. The discussion also touched on Medicaid and related program changes, with Frey noting the administration is focused on understanding potential impacts to eligibility and work requirements. Rep. Howard asked about initiatives for direct support professionals and wraparound supports, and Frey said those efforts are often led by individual agencies such as MassAbility and DDS, with EOHHS coordinating across them. The latter part of the meeting shifted to planning FY26 subcommittee goals and possible events. Members discussed using the Health Policy Commission’s Behavioral Health Workforce Center and possibly asking for a study comparing compensation in DDS and related direct care roles against health care and education jobs. They also discussed a possible cross-state public event on immigration’s impact on the workforce, especially for people with disabilities and direct support services, and agreed to continue refining goals and event ideas by email and at the next meeting. Frey provided a website link and contact information for Amy Doyle at the Health Policy Commission to facilitate future presentations.

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• I know I'm a registered Republican, as many of the members of this committee are.
• And so you will hear a lot about the Republican primary. This is not specific to Republicans only.
• And so you will hear a lot about the Republican primary. This is not specific to Republicans only.
• of registered Republicans participated.
• In 2024, Idaho had grown to about 585,000 registered Republicans, and 39,584 Republicans voted in the

Summary: The committee first approved the minutes from Monday, March 2, by voice vote. It then considered RS 33585, a resolution on Idaho energy policy that emphasized energy sovereignty, reliable and dispatchable baseload generation, protection of the Snake River Plain Aquifer, and support for hydroelectric, nuclear, geothermal, and natural gas generation. Members discussed the phrase “responsibly developed natural gas”; after debate, the committee unanimously adopted an amended substitute that moved “responsibly developed” to modify all listed energy sources and struck the phrase from the natural gas line. Next, the committee took up RS 33601, which proposed a task force to study sex torsion, its impact on victims, prevention, and response. Representative Boyle objected to the term “task force” because it is not in committee rules, and Representative Green agreed to change it to “interim committee.” The committee then approved the motion to introduce the resolution with that change and send it to second reading. The committee also considered RS 33587, a proposal to add kratom-related substances to Schedule I. Representative Pohanka cited law enforcement concerns and deaths in his district, while Representative Scott argued kratom is used by some people to get off opioids and urged limiting the bill to synthetic forms. The committee rejected Scott’s substitute amendment 12-1, then approved the original motion to introduce the resolution, with Scott recorded as voting no. Finally, House Bill 638, which would restore Idaho’s presidential primary to March and include a $50,000 ballot-access fee to offset costs, was heard with testimony from Secretary of State Phil McGrane and others; the committee sent the bill to the floor with a due pass recommendation, with Representative Scott voting no. The committee also held RS 3347 subject to the call of the chair and then adjourned.

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• </c> addition, Senate and House Republicans addition, Senate and House Republicans have<00:34:17.280>
• </c><04:12:36.399><c> and</c> like to urge all of my Republican and like to urge all of my Republican
• </c><04:23:08.000><c> advanced</c> the version that Republicans advanced the version that Republicans
• Republicans doubled it.
• Republicans was $1,000 prior to 2017. Republicans doubled<08:51:08.638><c> it.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• And again, as a result of federal Republican policy, we see tariffs and other policies. ...federal Republican
• But our Arizona Republicans are making this bill permanent tax law.
• But our Arizona Republicans are making this bill permanent tax law.
• So this, once again, is Republicans helping the wealthiest without...
• On Tuesday, Republican caucus is not meeting, Democrat caucus is not meeting.

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, recorded attendance, approved the prior journal, and made temporary committee appointments. It then resolved into Committee of the Whole to consider SB 1106, a tax conformity bill tied to federal tax changes. Senators debated the measure at length, with supporters arguing it would provide tax relief, certainty for taxpayers and businesses, and conformity with federal filing rules, while opponents said it would reduce state revenue, favor wealthier taxpayers and corporations, and should be handled in budget negotiations or a special session. The bill advanced from Committee of the Whole and, on third reading, passed the Senate 17-12 with one not voting, then was transmitted to the House and later to the governor. During the floor debate, senators focused on the bill’s effects on child care deductions, senior deductions, overtime and tip income, business expensing, and a provision related to federal school voucher tax credits. Democrats argued the bill would worsen budget pressures, undermine funding for education, roads, public safety, and human services, and do little for families on child care waitlists or seniors still working. Republicans countered that the bill would keep more money in taxpayers’ pockets, support working families and small businesses, and align Arizona’s tax code with federal changes to avoid confusion for filers. After the tax vote, Senator Bolick read a proclamation honoring Arizona and U.S. law enforcement, citing fallen officers, officer assaults, and the need for training, equipment, mental health support, and tougher penalties for attacks on officers. The Senate then received and referred a large number of new bills to committees, announced upcoming committee meetings, and adjourned until Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

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• Uh, we are responding to the federal Republican budget bill that passed on July 4th.
• They've all been rejected by the Republicans.
• </c> when uh we can't get our Republican when uh we can't get our Republican colleagues<00:08:22.800>
• c><00:18:48.240><c> leaders,</c> they've worked with Republican leaders, they've worked with Republican
• </c> that, the big Republican bill. that, the big Republican bill.

Keywords: 918, senate, all

Summary: A Minnesota Senate leader discussed the end-of-session budget deal and said the Senate had passed a comprehensive budget that addresses several recent crises and federal policy changes. He highlighted funding to respond to gun violence, Metro Surge, and the effects of a federal Republican budget bill, saying the package includes retroactive medical assistance coverage, support to keep SNAP functioning, $10 million for food banks and shelves, rental assistance, and aid for counties and property taxpayers. He also said the Senate secured $205 million for HCMC, a $30 million uncompensated care pool for other distressed hospitals, and a $500 million health care stabilization reserve, along with a one-year license tab fee reduction and a $1.2 billion bonding bill. He said some priorities were left out or rejected in negotiations, including small business relief, low-income rent, energy assistance, rural EMS stabilization, a manufactured home bill of rights, a social media platform data collection tax, and proposals to block private equity from nursing homes and single-family homes. He also said the House Speaker had promised but not brought a gun vote to the floor, and he expressed disappointment that immigration-related action and some gun control measures did not advance further. He defended the rental assistance as available to Minnesotans regardless of documentation status and said it was not tied only to Operation Metro Surge. The leader also addressed concerns about payment withholding and program integrity in human services, saying the goal was to fight fraud without cutting services. He said hospitals seeking access to the stabilization reserve would need to show distress and financial need, and that both the governor and a legislative advisory committee would have to approve. He closed by saying the process had been difficult and too much negotiation had moved into backroom settings, but that the chambers were working toward an orderly conclusion and that he expected the remaining bills to be finalized and sent to the governor.

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• :47.359><c> House</c> bipartisanly uh Republican House bipartisanly uh Republican House leadership<00
• 01:27:35.360><c> wealthy</c> Republican budget gives the wealthy Republican budget gives the wealthy
• </c> Republicans canled clean power projects. Republicans canled clean power projects.
• </c> doubled and tripled because Republicans doubled and tripled because Republicans in<01:29:50.880>
• </c> his compliant Republican Congress. his compliant Republican Congress.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all