Video & Transcript Research : 'Congressional declaration'
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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Feb 26th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Newsom requested federal aid from President Trump, federal aid that has come after every federally declared
- disaster in this country, in the history of this country, and... ...declared disaster in this country
- This is something that should have happened a long time ago, and every California congressional representative
- As previously mentioned, but worth repeating, the full bipartisan California congressional delegation
- 27, which urges the President of the United States to immediately submit a supplemental disaster declaration
Summary:
The Assembly convened after a quorum call, heard a prayer and pledge, and then moved through a largely ceremonial floor session with multiple guest introductions and recognitions. Members honored the retirement of long-serving committee secretary Marisa Lancaster, recognized Assemblymember Rubio’s parents on her mother’s 80th birthday, welcomed school and agency guests, and celebrated Crescenta Valley Water District’s 75th anniversary. The body also adopted several resolutions recognizing Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day and California FFA, with strong bipartisan support and co-author additions.
The main policy item was AJR 27, a resolution urging federal disaster aid for Los Angeles-area wildfire recovery, especially the Palisades and Eaton fires. Supporters from both parties emphasized the need for immediate, unconditional federal assistance for displaced residents, businesses, and communities still rebuilding, while some Republicans argued the state and local governments should move faster on permitting, recovery, and mitigation and criticized state spending priorities. After debate, the resolution was opened for co-authors and then adopted on a 68-0 roll call vote.
The Assembly also adopted ACR 133 on Girl Day by voice vote after 70 co-authors were added, ACR 138 honoring FFA with 73 co-authors and voice adoption, and ACR 136 on Engineers Week with 69 co-authors and unanimous consent on the consent calendar. The chamber then heard adjournment-in-memory tributes for Juan Antonio Pacheco and Paul L. McAiley, and adjourned until Monday, March 2, at 1 p.m.
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Transcript Highlights:
- The nomination has received 10 ayes and zero nays, declaring the nomination passed.
- So just a curiosity on the notes here, it says we'll serve as a member representing the sixth congressional
- So Are our banking districts still configured by the old congressional districts?
- The nomination has received 10 ayes and zero nays, declaring the nomination passed.
Keywords:
education funding, linked deposits, education infrastructure, charter schools, nonprofit organizations, Oklahoma Education Infrastructure Program, HB1242, cervidae, deer, elk, sales tax exemption, agricultural exemption, livestock, ranching, farm tax, agricultural sales tax, Oklahoma Tax Commission, agriculture, producer sales, private treaty
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- From the depths of that dismal 15% congressional approval rating, there is hope.
- In fact, the Congressional Budget Office projects federal debt held by the public will rise from more
- In fact, the Congressional Budget Office projects federal debt held by public will rise for more than
- as the great leaders of this Commonwealth have done for centuries, you now have the opportunity to declare
- When I speak to veterans in states like yours, they tell me all about how their congressional and Senate
Summary:
The hearing of the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs was opened by Chair Joe McGonagle and Vice Chair Senator Mike Rush, who noted that Chair John Velis was deployed with the Massachusetts National Guard. The chairs explained the hybrid format, three-minute testimony limit, live streaming, and filing deadlines, and said the committee would hear 11 House bills and eight Senate bills dealing with federal and overseas issues. Much of the hearing centered on competing resolutions about Article 5 constitutional conventions, along with related resolutions on D.C. statehood, child labor, Citizens United, and Cambodia.
Supporters of H. 4692 and S. 284, a joint resolution to rescind all prior Massachusetts Article 5 convention applications, argued that old resolutions from the 1930s and 1970s could be used to count Massachusetts toward the 34-state threshold for calling a federal constitutional convention. Testifiers from Common Cause, the League of Women Voters, the ACLU, Reproductive Equity Now, labor groups, and others warned that a convention would have no clear rules, could not be reliably limited to specific topics, and could put civil rights, reproductive rights, labor protections, and other constitutional protections at risk. Several speakers also cited a recent federal lawsuit and said the safest course was to remove outdated applications from the books.
A large opposing panel testified in support of H. 3888, a resolution calling for a Convention of States to propose amendments limiting federal power, imposing fiscal restraints, and establishing term limits. Supporters argued that Article 5 provides a lawful way to address federal overreach, debt, and congressional stagnation, and said the process would be limited by state applications and ratification by 38 states. Some committee members and witnesses raised concerns about a runaway convention, broad language in the resolution, and whether Congress could or should set rules for such a convention. Representative Gentile also testified in support of several related resolutions on overturning Citizens United, D.C. statehood, and the child labor amendment, while Representative Howard and Representative Tongue supported a Cambodia resolution condemning political oppression and urging free and fair elections. No votes or final actions were taken during the hearing.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, June 5, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
December 10, 2025 - 09:00 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- The Select Committee on Congressional Redistricting will come to order.
- Louisiana was drawing congressional districts...
- So we're here about congressional redistricting, so I'll address that.
- So we're here about congressional redistricting. So I'll address that.
- Upheld Florida's congressional districts and specifically the decision not to redraw Congressional District
Summary:
The Select Committee on Congressional Redistricting met for an informational presentation from outside counsel Andy Bartos on the legal standards governing congressional redistricting. He reviewed federal Equal Protection principles, Florida’s non-diminishment provision, and Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, explaining how race can be considered in redistricting but generally cannot be the predominant factor. He also discussed the Florida Constitution’s tiered standards, including the prohibition on intentional political favoritism, compactness, and the requirement to use existing political and geographical boundaries where feasible.
Bartos focused on two recent or pending cases: the Florida Supreme Court’s Black Voters Matter decision, which upheld the legislature’s 2022 congressional map and held that the non-diminishment clause does not justify making race predominant absent specific identifiable discrimination, and Louisiana v. Callais, pending before the U.S. Supreme Court, which may further clarify whether race may be used predominantly to comply with the Voting Rights Act or whether Section 2 remains constitutional as applied. He also explained how courts assess compactness and intent, and how data such as the 2020 census, voter registration, turnout, and election results are used for voting-rights analysis.
Members asked about what triggers redistricting, whether the legislature must redraw maps now, what data is available in the mapping tool, how intent is measured, and whether public input opportunities will be provided. Bartos said redistricting timing is largely a legislative judgment unless a court requires changes, that the committee can consider whether BVM or the eventual Callais decision warrants revisions, and that the Callais ruling will bind Louisiana directly but serve as precedent for other courts. No votes or legislative actions were taken, and the meeting adjourned after the presentation and questions.
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Transcript Highlights:
- I declare Senate Bill 1552 to have passed.
- I declare SJR 39 to have passed.
- I declare SJR 47 to have passed.
- I declare SJR48 to have passed.
- I declare Senate Bill 1491 to have passed.
Bills:
HJR1024, SB1316, SB1491, SB1552, SB1679, SB1877, SB2040, SB2133, SB2153, SB2174, SB2180, SB227, SJR39, SJR47, SJR48
Keywords:
Judicial Nominating Commission, congressional districts, terms of office, Oklahoma Constitution, legal qualifications, political party restrictions, family ties, administrative rules, sunset provision, state agencies, regulatory review, legislative oversight, presidential electors, vacancies, oath of office, political party, elections, county home rule charter, home rule, county government
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, May 14, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- expectations, and ensures congressional expectations, and ensures congressional oversight,<00:07
- Thank you for taking an interest in congressional affairs. Mr.
- the aisle to adopt the Congressional the aisle to adopt the Congressional Speech Speech Speech Contest
- Pursuant to clause 12A of rule one, the Chair declares the House in recess until noon today.
- the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Mr. the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Mr.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Feb 9th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We must put a stop to Donald Trump and congressional Republicans' attack on women's health care.
- We must put a stop to Donald Trump and congressional Republicans' attack on women's health care.
- Congressional Republicans and the President keep saying H.R. 1 won't hurt rural hospitals.
- Congressional Republicans and the President keep saying H.R. 1 won't hurt rural hospitals.
- Intentionally targeted by President Trump and congressional Republicans.
Summary:
The Assembly convened after a quorum call, completed the roll, and opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several guest introductions recognizing visitors, students, and a long-serving committee secretary, Tabitha Volga-Sang, who was honored for 32 years of service. Members also took up a procedural motion by Assembly Member DeMaio to immediately consider ACA 14, the Taxpayer Protection Act, without reference to file; that motion failed on a 14-44 vote.
The main policy debate centered on SB 106 by Senator Laird, a budget appropriation to provide $90 million in one-time funding for Planned Parenthood and related women’s health and family planning services after federal cuts. Assembly Member Tangipa offered amendments arguing the money should be directed more broadly to women’s health and hospitals, but the Assembly voted 41-13 to lay the amendments on the table. Supporters, including Gabriel, Sharp-Collins, Gibson, Krell, Bonta, and others, said the bill was needed to preserve access to cancer screenings, contraception, STI testing, and reproductive care, especially in rural and underserved communities, and to offset the effects of federal defunding. Opponents, including Johnson, DeMaio, Patterson, and Tangipa, criticized the bill as lacking transparency, favoring a politically connected organization, and diverting attention from hospital funding and other health needs.
After extended floor debate, SB 106 passed the Assembly 55-10 and was transmitted immediately to the Senate. The chamber then took up H.R. 84, a resolution condemning racism after President Trump circulated racist imagery depicting former President Obama and Michelle Obama. Members from the Black, LGBTQ, Latino, AAPI, Jewish, Native American, and other caucuses spoke in support, saying the post normalized dehumanization and had real-world consequences; Assembly Member Tangipa also stated the post was wrong and apologized on the record. The transcript ends during continued debate on H.R. 84, before a final vote is shown.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, December 3, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, July 15, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The president publishes his declaration.
- continue the national emergency declared continue the national emergency declared in<07:29:11.200
- We will mourn, but we will never forget. administration declaring a disaster administration declaring
- disaster declaration was ready.
- when the disaster declaration was ready. when the disaster declaration was ready.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session May 19th, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Assembly Bill 454 by Assembly Member Calra and others, an act relating to migratory birds and declaring
- Assembly Bill 454 by Assembly Member Calra and others, an act relating to migratory birds and declaring
- An act relating to transportation and declaring the urgency thereof to take effect immediately.
- Birthright citizenship is our nation's declaration that America is... ...doesn't.
- Federally by Jewish Congressman Jamie Raskin and the Congressional Jewish Caucus.
Summary:
The Assembly met after a quorum call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance, then moved through a long Daily File with several guest introductions and floor speeches. Members recognized visiting student leaders, championship football teams from Tuolumne County, Alpha Kappa Alpha members at their Capitol day, and later a descendant of Wong Kim Ark. The chamber also adopted a procedural motion allowing certain members to host guests in the rear of the chamber.
Among the major policy items, AB 578 on food delivery platform refund practices passed 47-2, AB 344 on successor beer manufacturer definitions passed 61-0, AB 454 to make California’s migratory bird protections permanent passed 55-12 on the urgency clause, AB 482 updating the Table Grape Commission passed 64-1, AB 1237 to support transit access for 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket holders passed 56-15 on the urgency clause, AB 738 on wildfire rebuild solar exemptions passed 42-2, AB 1460 on 340B pharmacy access for clinics passed 41-5, AB 750 on homeless shelter oversight passed 49-1, AB 1061 on housing in historic districts passed 41-13, AB 1523 on expanding mandatory mediation thresholds passed 65-0, and AB 316 on AI-related civil liability passed 56-0. AB 761 authorizing the Monterey-Salinas Transit District to seek a sales tax ballot measure passed 47-12.
The chamber also adopted several resolutions. AJR 3 urging protection of Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid passed 53-2 after extensive debate that included criticism of federal cuts and counterarguments focused on state Medi-Cal policy and budget decisions. ACR 65 proclaiming California Tourism Month was adopted by voice vote after coauthors were added, and ACR 62 recognizing California Nonprofits Day was also adopted by voice vote with 65 coauthors. AJR 5 affirming birthright citizenship and opposing efforts to end it passed 58-1 after a lengthy, highly partisan debate centered on the 14th Amendment and the Wong Kim Ark precedent. The session also included passage of AB 571, a CEQA exemption for the Southern California Veterans Cemetery at Gypsum Canyon, which was presented as a long-running bipartisan effort to create a final resting place for Orange County veterans.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, December 11, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Great Lakes were declared dead.
- dead is because of Lakes being declared dead is because of the<01:07:52.880>
protection <01:07 - I urge every member of this chamber to join the Congressional Labor Caucus in supporting this crucial
- There are workers in every single congressional district.
- The president publishes in declaration.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, June 26, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And a declaration without full rights and privileges is a hollow declaration.
of <00:40:40.079>South fifth congressional district of South fifth congressional district- The Chair declares the House in recess until noon today. declares the house in recess until noon declares
- She was a congressional district.
- I would also congressional district.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, June 3, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Indiana's ninth congressional district. Indiana's ninth congressional district.
- during a Congressional Oversight during a Congressional Oversight Committee<02:36:03.520>
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- Speaker of congressional oversight. Mr.
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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, February 12, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Congressional Review Act to review regulations that are just made by the stroke of a pen.
- Laura oversaw the helm of a historic chapter of Kansas GOP's First Congressional District.
- of Kansas gop's First Congressional of Kansas gop's First Congressional District<00:55:10.520>
- finance committee as Congressional finance committee as Congressional advisors<05:35:46.200>
- overreach and last minute declarations overreach and last minute declarations that<07:41:28.760>
- finance committee as Congressional finance committee as Congressional advisors<05:35:46.200>
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- And I'm here for questions, and I will hand you this declaration.
- Well, it is, and I'm going to give you a declaration that says it is possible.
- Walter Daughtery has seen it, and he provided this declaration and, and validated, yes, it exists for
- I'll be happy to send, um, the court case is actually the numbers on the declaration for the expert.
- Uh, just in my congressional race alone there are 594,000 voting age people in that district, congressional
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Senate and Governmental Affairs May 12th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- , what this amendment does and this map now does is demonstrate that it's possible to create a congressional
- That map had two congressional districts that reflected the picture of Louisiana, over 30 percent of
- They just said that Congressional District 6 was unconstitutional. Yes.
- And if you don't declare that if you're a Democrat, if you're a no-party, that I want to vote in the
- just trying to—so the votes that have already been cast, would those votes be counted for the congressional
Summary:
The Senate and Governmental Affairs Committee met on May 12, 2026, and focused primarily on Senate Bill 407, a congressional redistricting proposal, with Senate Bill 121 also scheduled for later. The chair explained the committee would first take up SB 407, consider amendments, then hear public testimony, and would not take up SB 116 or SB 130. Two amendment sets were adopted on SB 407: one technical set adjusting dates to align with the upcoming election cycle, and another updating the map in the bill. Committee members and the bill sponsor described the proposal as a 4-2 congressional map intended to comply with the Supreme Court’s CalA ruling, preserve traditional redistricting criteria, and avoid using race as the basis for district lines.
Supporters of SB 407 argued the map was compact, contiguous, kept parishes and cities together, and created two opportunity districts without racial predominance. Several senators said the map better reflected Louisiana’s political and demographic realities and could withstand legal challenge under the Equal Protection Clause and First Amendment. Testimony in support also emphasized fairness, representation, and the idea that the state should not move to a 5-1 map. Some speakers, including former legislators and community advocates, said the state should maintain or preserve two districts where Black voters and Democratic voters could elect candidates of choice.
Opponents of the broader redistricting effort criticized the process as rushed and confusing, especially because early voting had already begun and the Secretary of State was not present to answer questions. Some speakers said the legislature had not been properly involved in the election suspension process and raised concerns about whether votes already cast would count if maps changed. Others argued the proposed changes were an attempt to dilute political power and disenfranchise voters, particularly Black, poor, and queer communities. The committee heard extensive public testimony on both sides, but no final vote on the bill was taken in the portion of the meeting provided.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, March 16, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Chair declares the House in recess subject to the call of the Chair. [Mhm.] [Mhm.] [Mhm.]
- <03:50:04.760>
Iran against a resolution that declared Iran against a resolution that declared - a congressional emergency to increase the pace and scale of forest management efforts.
- their congressionally mandated missions. their congressionally mandated missions.
- Mississippi Congressional Delegation.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, April 28, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Chair declares the House in recess until approximately 6:30 p.m. today.
- But at and the Congressional Gold Medal.
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Black colleagues of the Congressional Black colleagues of the Congressional - In my congressional between.
- He's declared an end to the so-called woke research and programs.