Video & Transcript Research : 'foreign relations'

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AL

Alabama 2026 1st Special Session

Alabama Senate Finance and Taxation Education Committee Feb 11th, 2026

Finance and Taxation Education

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  • as it relates to the—I guess it's outcome-based.
  • And in particular, I'm talking about HBCUs. related to this program related to this program is<00:15:
  • <00:15:56.920> to<00:15:57.160> the and as as it relates to the and as as it relates
  • to law enforcement and as it relates to law enforcement and district<00:35:35.600> attorneys.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

WLA Public Hearing 02-06-2026

Water, Land, Culture and the Arts

Transcript Highlights:
  • So, that being said, up first is Senate Bill 2982 relating to campaign finance, which prohibits foreign
  • the the shoreline related disclosures. the the shoreline related disclosures.
  • corporations or foreign influence business entities, as no certification disclosing foreign influence
  • SP 3035 relating to real estate transactions. SP 3035 relating to real estate transactions.
  • relating to real estate transactions. relating to real estate transactions.
Summary: The committee heard testimony on several measures, beginning with SB 2982 on campaign finance, which would prohibit foreign entities and foreign-influence businesses from making contributions and expenditures. The Attorney General’s office testified first, followed by the Campaign Spending Commission, which supported the bill but asked for clarification on constitutional review authority and additional implementation time for certifications, forms, and procedures. Common Cause also supported the measure, arguing it would help protect elections from dark money and foreign influence. No vote was taken. The committee then took up SB 2367 on a state boating facilities lease program for the Ala Wai small boat harbor. DLNR supported the bill, while UPW opposed it, warning about privatization of a public asset and possible job displacement. Several members of the public supported the concept but urged amendments to protect public access, affordability, youth ocean programs, and state employee jobs. Committee members questioned DLNR about the scope of the lease, the role of the Board of Land and Natural Resources, and whether public access and existing concessions would remain protected. DLNR said current leases would remain, the board would retain approval authority, and employees would not necessarily be displaced, but members indicated more discussion and possible amendments were needed. For SB 2818 on boating penalties, DLNR testified in support and there was no opposition testimony. The committee also heard SB 2944 on conservation, which would require wildlife viewing guidelines that substantially conform to NOAA guidance and reporting requirements; DLNR said it stood on its written testimony. SB 2022 on water code penalties drew support from DLNR’s Commission on Water Resource Management, which said the bill’s two-tiered penalty structure would preserve deterrence while keeping the current $5,000 penalty for first-time or non-harmful violations. The Board of Water Supply submitted comments, and Ulupono Initiative supported the measure as a needed enforcement tool. Committee members discussed whether the higher penalty ceiling should be phased in and asked for stakeholder input on the amount of the penalties. Finally, the committee began SB 2240 on land use, which would require water availability certification from the Commission on Water Resource Management before a district boundary amendment proceeds to the Land Use Commission. DLNR supported the bill and said it often reviews project documents that lack sufficient information on water needs and availability, so the measure would allow earlier review and comment. The committee also indicated it would seek amendments and further feedback on the water penalty bill before it moved to the next committee.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Apr 9th, 2025

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

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  • We don't need to add hostile foreign nations to that list.
  • We heard previously relating to the acquisition or use of certain foreign equipment or services by a
  • and foreign countries and communities.
  • I don't think foreigners need to have any law enforcement ability here because if they're a foreigner
  • Many of those were COVID-related, on-duty-related deaths.
TX
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  • Because of that, we need growing career programs and job opportunities that relate to the agricultural
  • On credit courses that relate to certificates, such as plumbing, journeymen, electricians, and all those
TX
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  • Treasury for the purpose of providing funding for capital projects and equipment purchases related to
  • Members, this bill relates to the display of flags in public schools.
  • Members, this bill relates to the enforcement of certain criminal offenses on school property.
  • I'll put some specifics as it relates to the lines as well. Very good.
  • abroad in lieu of traditional stateside foreign language classroom instruction.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

S/C on Transportation Funding Mar 31st, 2025

S/C on Transportation Funding

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  • We have good working relations. relationships with TxDOT and the MPO, but we regularly hear from TxDOT
  • We oppose CDAs, and we oppose extending a foreign-owned toll contract for another 20 years.
  • How about we buy back a portion of this from the foreign company and make it a freeway?
  • This bill states that public money cannot be used to alter a roadway related to the construction of a
  • a roadway related to high-speed rail construction should be decided.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Mar 3rd, 2026 at 10:30 am

Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight

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  • The language in that section says a prohibited foreign party or prohibited foreign party controlled business
  • We are defining a prohibitive foreign party in this bill as being those that are hostile to the United
  • Do you agree with the policy here that we would criminalize hostile foreign ownership of land and have
  • If the law today worked, those hostile foreign actors wouldn't still be acquiring new land.
  • This relates to child support and Driver's license revocations. Mr.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

AGR Public Hearing - Wed Mar 18, 2026 @ 9:30 AM HST

Agriculture & Food Systems

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  • Uh this relating to coconut trees. Uh this relating to coconut trees.
  • > establishes This related to agriculture establishes This related to agriculture establishes
  • Labor Industrial Relations in support. Labor Industrial Relations in support.
  • SD1 relating to security.
  • SD1 relating to coconut trees. SD1 relating to coconut trees.
Summary: The committee heard testimony on SB 2885 SD1, which would create mandatory handling and storage rules for commercial and residential coconut rhinoceros beetle host material beginning in 2027, with penalties and an effective date. Support came from the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, DLNR, Maui County Department of Agriculture, the Hawaii Farm Bureau, Hawaii Farmers Union, and the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Testifiers generally said the bill would help reduce CRB spread, though some urged additional science-backed methods, better coordination, and technical or cost-share support for smaller operations. Hawaiian Earth Recycling recommended amendments to align the bill with existing Department of Health/EPA composting rules, add other materials that can harbor CRB, allow future approved treatment methods, and replace the bill’s 60-day turning requirement with existing pathogen-reduction standards. One individual supported the goal but argued the state’s CRB strategy has lacked community and cultural consultation and should include a cultural advisement role. Department witnesses said enforcement would rely on inspection and an educate-before-regulate approach, and they noted the challenge of creating enough drop-off sites, especially in rural areas. The committee then took up SB 2174 SD2, which would authorize the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to declare an emergency quarantine, halt operations in affected areas for 96 hours with possible extension, quarantine suspected pest areas, issue notices and compensation to affected farmers, and adopt interim transportation rules for materials that may harbor high-impact invasive species. The department and DLNR supported the measure, emphasizing the need for fast action in the first hours of an invasion. Hawaii Farmers Union supported the compensation provisions but asked for stronger communication with producers and a post-action report to the Board of Agriculture after about 90 days to evaluate effectiveness and economic impacts. In response to questions, department staff said the bill would be a short-term, department-only quarantine authority distinct from the governor-declared biosecurity emergency authority enacted previously, and that it could serve as an intermediate step. They also said outreach would need to be done through farm organizations such as Farmers Union, Farm Bureau, and Cattlemen’s groups. The final measure discussed was SB 2925 SD1, relating to coconut trees. The bill would recognize coconut trees as a source of food and water and a cultural treasure, require rules for coconut tree seed banks, require signage identifying landscape palms where applicable, set labeling standards for non-consumable landscape palms, and create an income tax credit for consumable coconut trees maintained through natural management practices. The transcript ended before testimony or action on this bill was completed, and no vote was taken on any of the measures discussed in the portion provided.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

State Committee Meeting - 2025-03-27

State Government Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Section 7 is for program payments related to fraud that allows data sharing as well.
  • The bill also strengthens the authority for state agencies to share data with one another related to
  • The final recommendation is related to budget savings.
  • This division represents multiple boards in actions related to licensure and regulatory oversight of
  • **Laura Sales**: Sure, my name is **Laura Sales**, and I'm the Director of Government Relations.
MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

House State Government Finance and Policy Committee 3/27/25

State Government Finance and Policy

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  • DCYF biennium related to the DCYF implementation<00:14:36.000> office.
  • > state<00:21:27.720> government, Article 7 relating to state government, Article 7 relating
  • Sure, my name's Laura Sales, and I'm the Director of Government Relations.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Special Committee on COVID 19 April 9, 2020

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Keywords: HI Senate YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8tQ_IM11lI, 2026-07-02T01:22:43+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, This video was aired on Olelo Channel 49 on April 9th, 2020. Footage courtesy of Olelo Community Media. 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. Department of Labor and Industrial Relations Mr. Scott Murakami, Director 12:00 p.m. Governor's Coordinator on Homelessness Mr. Scott Morishige Behavioral Health Services Administration Mr. Edward Mersereau, Deputy Director Partners in Care Ms. Laura E. Thielen, Executive Director 1:00 p.m. Releasing of incarcerated persons Honorable Daniel Foley (Ret.), Special Master 2:00 p.m. Department of Public Safety Mr. Nolan Espinda, Director Please note that there may be committee members or invited speakers participating remotely via video or teleconference. Meeting of the Special Committee Senate State of Hawaii COVID-19 Friday, March 27, 2020 The meeting will be available for live viewing on Olelo Channel 49 on Oahu and will go out live for pick up by neighbor island public access channels. It will also be live-streamed via http://olelo.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=13. No public testimony will be accepted. If you require special assistance, please call 586-6800 or email your request to waysandmeans@capitol.hawaii.gov. -End of Agenda-, 912, senate, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

03/18/2026 - Senate Judiciary and Elections

Judiciary and Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • Fotomonte is a foreign company.
  • This bill also does something very important in that it cuts off foreign funding of our elections.
  • Marston says she could not answer related to tribal IDs, and I think... Senator Kuby, that Ms.
  • This includes banning the corrupting influence of foreign funding in our elections.
  • Heritage Action asked the committee to... ...of its citizens, not foreign billionaires.
Summary: The committee approved the minutes and announced several bills would be held at the sponsors’ request, including HB 4117, HCR 2016, HCR 2051, and HB 2415. It then took up HB 2811, which would expand obstructing governmental operations to include knowingly interfering with a lawful arrest and make that conduct a felony. Supporters, including a county attorney representative, argued the bill closes a loophole and protects officers from third-party interference during arrests, while opponents from criminal justice and civil liberties groups said existing laws already cover the conduct and warned the bill could chill First Amendment activity such as filming police or protesting. The committee debated whether the bill duplicated resisting arrest and hindering prosecution statutes, then passed HB 2811 on a 3-2 vote with one member not voting. The committee next heard HB 2665, which would create a manslaughter offense for an adult who intentionally gives advice or encouragement through a directed communication to a minor to die by suicide, including via social media or text. Representative Carter and family members of suicide victims described the bill as a response to online encouragement and a way to hold people accountable when minors are clearly urged toward suicide. The committee then passed HB 2665 unanimously, 6-0 with one not voting. It also approved HB 2857, allowing the Department of Corrections to store inmate medical records electronically and dispose of paper copies, by a 5-1 vote. The committee then passed HB 2226, which requires courts to ask about veteran status at initial appearance, notify prosecutors, and connect veterans to services and possible treatment court referrals; an amendment shifted the service-notice duty from prosecutors to the court. Supporters said the bill helps identify veterans with PTSD or other needs and can reduce recidivism, and it passed 6-0. HB 2168, which would require county board approval before the Attorney General could bring a public nuisance action in superior court, drew sharp disagreement over the AG’s use of nuisance litigation against businesses such as dairies, industrial plants, and rail projects; supporters framed it as local control and opposition to overreach, while opponents said it would weaken accountability and protect corporate interests. The committee passed HB 2168 on a 3-2 vote with two not voting. Finally, the committee heard HB 2966, which would bar early termination of lifetime probation for dangerous crimes against children and apply that restriction retroactively. Supporters argued it would keep serious child offenders on supervision and protect victims, while opponents, including survivors and defense advocates, said DCAC is a sentencing enhancement rather than a standalone offense, that the bill removes judicial discretion, may raise ex post facto concerns, and could sweep in lower-level online conduct. The bill passed 4-2 with one not voting. The committee then began hearing HCR 2001, a voter referral to end early voting the Friday before Election Day, require government-issued ID for voting, and restrict mail ballot procedures; the sponsor said it would improve election integrity and speed results, while opponents argued it would burden voters and reduce access. The transcript cuts off during testimony and debate on that measure.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Health and Human Services Oversight Mar 4th, 2026 at 03:00 pm

Health and Human Services Oversight

Transcript Highlights:
  • and try and Figure out what dose that you should try to take, then try to figure out what that dose relates
  • The question I have related to that is it seems self-evident that this mandate should not be appropriate
  • The prevalence of this genetic mutation and the potential adverse effects related to that genetic mutation
  • I said studies as it relates to fortified flour, what we're actually talking about here is not folic
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Feb 18th, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We just related to pull this all together and put this in place so that we just had one piece of information
  • related to this.
  • It's just moving the sunset from 2026 to 2031 related to structurally deficient bridges.
  • And then it talks about the first $100,000 of the monies as it relates to motorcycle tags.
  • But it does not impact anything related to specialty type plates.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Criminal Judiciary Feb 10th, 2026 at 03:00 pm

Criminal Judiciary

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  • So House Bill 3765 basically is a foreign land ownership bill.
  • Members, House Bill 3495 criminalizes a straw purchase of land on behalf of a foreign national.
  • Related to the wearing of masks during riots, it also calls for the loss of immunity by municipalities
TX
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  • In conclusion, HB 2757 will ensure that students of allied and foreign military personnel stationed in
  • Members, this bill relates to a sick leave pool for public school employees.
  • the school for certain children of foreign military members.
  • Members, this bill relates to the review of school districts by the Sunset Advisory Commission.
  • Members, the bill relates to establishing the Applied Sciences Pathway Program.
TX
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  • Specifically, it relates to teacher immunity.
  • Members, this bill relates to the display of flags in public schools.
  • Members, this bill relates to the enforcement of certain criminal offenses.
  • Put some specifics as it relates to the lines as well. Very good.
  • Statute relating to the Josie School and provide state formula...
Summary: The Senate Committee on Education K-16 met with a large agenda and repeatedly recessed for floor activity and other committee conflicts. The committee heard and left pending several higher education bills, including SB 2361 to transfer University of Houston-Victoria from the University of Houston System to the Texas A&M System and rename it Texas A&M University Victoria; testimony from university officials, local leaders, and industry representatives strongly supported the move as a way to better align degree programs with regional workforce needs in engineering, agriculture, and STEM. SB 530, which would align Texas accreditation statutes with federal rules allowing institutions to choose among nationally recognized accreditors, also received supportive testimony and was left pending. SB 1085, allowing Sul Ross satellite campuses to offer lower-division coursework toward bachelor’s degrees, was laid out and left pending as well. The committee also took up a series of education policy bills. SB 1241 would expand the standardized tests Texas public universities may accept for admission beyond the SAT and ACT, with supporters from the Classic Learning Test, homeschool advocates, and student-choice groups arguing it would increase access and competition; it was left pending. SB 769 would require a TEA/Higher Education Coordinating Board report on barriers faced by students with disabilities in higher education, and testimony from The Arc of Texas and others emphasized the need for better data and accessibility; the bill was left pending. SB 2231 would designate the second week of October as Free College Application Week, and SB 1878 would modernize terminology and support workforce-oriented programs at the Josie School; both were laid out and left pending. The committee reported several bills favorably after adopting committee substitutes. SB 605, concerning charter school expansion applications while under conservatorship or a management team, passed on a 9-0 vote. SB 1871, SB 1873, and SB 1874, all related to school discipline and teacher immunity/placement review provisions, were adopted and reported favorably, with members noting the need for further discussion on some language. SB 762, dealing with flag displays in public schools, passed on a 7-1 vote. SB 1962, relating to public school accountability and challenges to school system operations, passed 7-1 after a corrected vote. SB 1750, replacing a $60 million statewide charter facilities cap with an attendance-growth-based allotment, passed 7-1 with one member voting present not voting. SB 2252, supporting kindergarten readiness and early literacy/numeracy, SB 2253, concerning educator preparation and certification, SB 2365, on student use of wireless devices during instructional time, and SB 1924, restoring local peace officer citation authority for school offenses and adding reporting and parent-notification requirements, were also reported favorably. The committee additionally heard SB 37 on higher education governance and compliance oversight, which passed 7-1 after a substitute that refined curriculum review, governing board authority, faculty senate rules, and a new compliance office within the Higher Education Coordinating Board.
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  • to foreign government adversaries.
  • House Bill 3431 by Wilk of the House and Gillespie of the Senate, an act relating to foreign government
  • An act relating to crimes and punishments.
  • Senate Bill 2180 by Leak of the House and Daniels of the Senate, an act relating to foreign lobbying.
  • Senate Bill 2180 by Leak of the House and Daniels of the Senate, an act relating to foreign lobbying,