Transcript Highlights:

• Imagine the governor driving across the state alone.
• Imagine the governor driving across the state alone or with his young granddaughter in the passenger
• And then imagine him driving his pickup truck through why he...
• Imagine the governor driving across the state alone.
• And then imagine him driving his pickup truck through why he ...the highway.

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The committee considered and advanced four items. RS 32873, introduced by Rep. Joe Alfieri, would curb bulk purchasing of Idaho lottery tickets by allowing lottery law enforcement to investigate and deny payment when coordinated purchases exceed $5,000 in 24 hours; Alfieri argued the practice lets out-of-state LLCs and corporations capture winnings that should go to Idahoans, and the committee voted unanimously to introduce it. RS 32864, brought by Rep. Jordan Redmond, would consolidate roughly 100 scattered disciplinary provisions for DOPL licensees into a single uniform procedure in Title 67 without changing substantive licensing or discipline standards; it was also unanimously introduced. The committee then heard RS 33012 from Rep. Church, a resolution addressing political violence and legislative security concerns. Church tied the proposal to recent attacks and to his own experience being contacted by Idaho State Police about security, arguing for a culture of civility and mutual respect in public service. Members responded supportively, and the committee voted to introduce the resolution. Finally, Rep. Brandon Mitchell presented a revised RS 33016, explaining that concerns about tree-planting language had been removed while the rest of the resolution remained unchanged. The committee voted to introduce RS 33016 and send it to the second reading calendar. The meeting then adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

• And imagine that you've worked tirelessly to make this house accessible.
• And imagine for a moment that one day you come home and all of these accessibility aids are...
• And imagine that you've worked tirelessly to make this house accessible.
• And imagine for a moment that one day you come home and all of these accessibility aids are And imagine
• We already pay for solar, for Mass Save, for every fee imaginable in that delivery rate.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on a range of energy, utility, broadband, and municipal infrastructure bills. Representative Powell supported H 3466, which would create a task force to study public ownership of utilities and alternatives to investor-owned electric and gas systems. Representative Therber supported H 3574, which would use RGGI funds to reimburse cities and towns affected by power plant decommissioning, citing lost jobs, tax revenue, and service cuts in communities such as Somerset, Plymouth, Salem, and Everett. Several witnesses from municipal light plants and related organizations testified in support of mutual aid bills, including H 3486/S 2252 and H 3330/S 2277, saying the measures would clarify protections and liability coverage for MLP workers assisting in emergencies and non-emergency work. Jim Leiden of EMWIC opposed H 3514/S 2295, saying the proposed board and governance changes would reduce local control, add burdens, and weaken confidentiality protections. A committee member asked whether the mutual aid bills had been reviewed for municipal impacts, and the witnesses said they had done due diligence. The committee also heard extensive testimony on H 3551/S 2306, the smart meter opt-out bills. Supporters argued that smart meters emit harmful wireless radiation, that some residents have developed health problems or electromagnetic sensitivity, and that opt-outs should be available without fees or penalties; several witnesses urged notification, consent, and non-transmitting analog meter options. The committee also heard testimony from municipal officials and the Massachusetts Municipal Association in support of H 3462/S 2250, which would strengthen municipal authority to enforce timely removal of double utility poles, citing safety, accessibility, and construction-delay concerns. Derek Leffert of Gateway Fiber opposed H 3450, saying it would improperly shift broadband deployment costs to competitors. At the end of testimony, the chair closed the hearing by motion and vote, with members voting aye and no opposition recorded.

Transcript Highlights:

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Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• I can't imagine a more heartless thing that we could do as a body.
• I can't imagine a more heartless thing that we could do as a body.
• As a teacher, I can't imagine the trauma And carted away alone.
• As a teacher, I can't imagine the trauma my other students would experience.
• And imagine students that come to school.

Summary: The House convened with prayer, pledge, quorum call, approval of the journal, and adoption of the Rules and Ethics Committee’s special order report for the day. The chamber then took up House Bill 1B, the immigration bill, and members were told they would have one opportunity to question the sponsor on both the House version and the anticipated Senate changes. Representative McClure described the bill as a major immigration-enforcement package creating a chief immigration officer housed in the Department of Agriculture, an Office of State Immigration Enforcement, a local law enforcement grant program, a state immigration council, and new penalties and enforcement tools. He also outlined anticipated Senate language, including stronger 287(g) participation requirements, enhanced penalties for unauthorized aliens, a mandatory death penalty provision for certain capital offenses, and additional coordination with federal agencies. The bill drew extensive questioning from Democrats about due process, constitutional issues, school and workplace impacts, and the treatment of people whose immigration status changes over time. Members asked about birthright citizenship, TPS, asylum seekers, pretrial detention standards, the lawful basis for detaining someone based on suspected status, and whether teachers, social workers, school resource officers, and even children could be required to cooperate with immigration enforcement. McClure and Representative Garrison repeatedly said the bill would require cooperation with federal authorities, that status determinations would be handled under existing court procedures, and that the Senate death-penalty language was intended to fit within Hurst by requiring a jury finding beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant was an unauthorized alien. They also said the bill did not provide DMV funding, did not address teacher shortages, and included appropriations such as $25 million for the local law enforcement participation incentive program and broader funding for enforcement and training. Several amendments were considered. Representative Chambliss offered an amendment to protect schools, churches, and places of worship from enforcement activity; supporters argued it would preserve trust in sacred and educational spaces, but the amendment failed. Representative Escamani offered an amendment to preserve in-state tuition for Dreamers; supporters emphasized the educational and economic contributions of Dreamers and the hardship of higher tuition, but that amendment also failed. The debate ended with no bill vote in the excerpt, but the House completed the amendment votes and continued consideration of the immigration measure.

Transcript Highlights:

• So if you can imagine, the rest of the public can go to the Anderson building and can apply for SNAP,
• I can only imagine the cost to the state of that investigation.
• I can only imagine the cost to the state of that investigation.
• I can only imagine the cost to the state of that investigation.
• I can only imagine the cost to the state of that investigation.

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• This is really important to the district because, as you can imagine, on the reservation when they call
• I would imagine it would bring everything to a halt, likely so. Yes, I bet this is okay, go ahead.
• Well, I would imagine law enforcement by that time would have been called.
• I would imagine that. So, just like fences... three questions left, very simple.
• I imagine he would agree. Well, I haven't spoken with him about your bill either.

Bills: HB200, HB541, HB1803, HB30, HB175, HB249, HB721, HB851, HB897, HB 1128, HB1904, HB1916, HB5560, HB3071, HB5627, HB5435, HB3913, HB2921, HB2695, HB2688, HB3045, HB3483, HB3673, HB4213, HB4226, HB783, HB4373, HB4735, HB5155, HB5057, HB4984, HB4944, HB4813, HB5339, HB5196, HB5033, HB4853, HB3486, HB4211, HB74, HB4670, HB4730, HB4743, HB4603, HB4463, HB3892, HB4139, HB4752, HB4520, HB4517, HB4486, HB4437, HB4426, HB4396, HB4263, HB3487, HB3418, HB2284, HB2266, HB2229, HB4912, HB2189, HB4506, HB5269, HB5224, HB5195, HB3317, HB4166, HB3947, HB3358, HB3370, HB4438, HB3745, HB3602, HB3697, HB2001, HB1968, HB3371, HB3909, HCR7, SB1744, SB1364, SB1316, HB2026, HB3302, HB3368, HB1639, HB5652, HB4655, HB5654, HB5658, HB5656, HB4894, HB4996, HB5088, HB5650, HB4464, HB3751, HB5665, HB5661, HB 1237, HB2802, HB5437, HB2703, HB5666, HB5667, HCR113, HCR86, SB2196, SB463, SB856, SB1245, SB1169, SB509, SB985, SB305, SB552, HB1535, HB 123, HB1804, HB426, HB1773, HB1871, HB2035, HB2492, HB1411, HB4753, HB4666, HB4529, HB1499, HB1610, HB2028, HB1506, HB886, HB3546, HB796, HB223, HB3556, HB2448, HB4638, HB 111, HB180, HB 1027, HB 1178, HB610, HB 1277, HB1615, HB1620, HB5342, HB4885, HB4751, HB4530, HB4488, HB2149, HB2071, HB2282, HB2248, HB2243, HB2522, HB2310, HB2513, HB2300, HB1902, HB1813, HB3719, HB4284, HB3743, HB3778, HB5153, HB5147, HB4877, HB4850, HB3261, HB3005, HB3033, HB2849, HB2967, HB3531, HB1768, HB333, HB2914, HB2613, HB3717, HB3704, HB2697, HB3801, HB3099, HB3488, HB3477, HB3466, HB3396, HB3469, HB2594, HB2776, HB2564, HB2298, HB5331, HB5646, HB5247, HB5323, HB4384, HB3896, HB4014, HB3627, HB3594, HB2524, HB510, HB561, HB5111, HB5446, HB 1181, HB3963, HB2785, HB1661, HB2460, HB200, HB541, HB1803, HB30, HB175, HB249, HB721, HB851, HB897, HB 1128, HB1904, HB1916, HB5560, HB3071, HB5627, HB5435, HB3913, HB2921, HB2695, HB2688, HB3045, HB3483, HB3673, HB4213, HB4226, HB783, HB4373, HB4735, HB5155, HB5057, HB4984, HB4944, HB4813, HB5339, HB5196, HB5033, HB4853, HB3486, HB4211, HB74, HB4670, HB4730, HB4743, HB4603, HB4463, HB3892, HB4139, HB4752, HB4520, HB4517, HB4486, HB4437, HB4426, HB4396, HB4263, HB3487, HB3418, HB2284, HB2266, HB2229, HB4912, HB2189, HB4506, HB5269, HB5224, HB5195, HB3317, HB4166, HB3947, HB3358, HB3370, HB4438, HB3745, HB3602, HB3697, HB2001, HB1968, HB3371, HB3909, HCR98, HCR92, HCR126, HCR7

Keywords: juvenile offenders, parole eligibility, youth justice, criminal justice reform, inmate rehabilitation, direct patient care, healthcare, physicians, medical services, insurance regulation, dentist, dental hygienist, interstate practice, licensure, compact privilege, public health, military members, disaster relief, tax rates, local government

Transcript Highlights:

• As you can imagine, during an election day, people have in Hopping 12 hours to check in.
• <00:06:29.360><c> day,</c><00:06:29.840><c> people</c> imagine, during an election day, people imagine
• </c> it 2304 which should be I'm imagining it 2304 which should be I'm imagining pretty<00:09:38.240>
• I imagined I had a feeling I knew which way this one was cracked down.
• </c> imagine we want the A's and the Naz. imagine we want the A's and the Naz.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I can just imagine my daughter... Representative Tendrich: Thank you.
• I can't imagine a more heartless thing that we could do as a body.
• As a teacher, I can't imagine the trauma And carted away alone.
• I imagine in some ways it even feels really good.
• And imagine students that come to school.

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the journal, and adoption of the special order calendar for the day. The chamber then took up House Bill 1B on immigration, along with discussion of anticipated Senate changes. The sponsor described the bill as creating a chief immigration officer housed in the Department of Agriculture, establishing an Office of State Immigration Enforcement, expanding cooperation with federal immigration authorities, increasing criminal penalties for certain offenses by unauthorized aliens, ending undocumented-student fee waivers, and providing substantial appropriations for enforcement and related programs. Members also questioned the Senate version’s proposed mandatory death penalty provision for certain capital offenses involving unauthorized aliens, as well as pretrial detention, 287(g) participation, DMV reporting requirements, and the bill’s effects on schools, teachers, social workers, and local agencies. The sponsor and supporting members repeatedly said the bill required broad cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and that existing federal law would control where conflicts arose. A major portion of the debate focused on whether the bill would allow or require immigration enforcement in schools and other sensitive settings, and whether teachers, school resource officers, and social workers could be placed in conflict with federal privacy or professional obligations. Members also raised concerns about detention based on suspected status, the standard of proof for immigration-status determinations, prison and jail impacts, workforce shortages, and the fiscal effects on counties and state agencies. The sponsor said the bill did not provide DMV funding, that the state would need to study some implementation questions, and that the appropriations included $25 million for a local law enforcement participation incentive program and up to $350 million for broader implementation and coordination. Several amendments were offered and failed. Representative Chambliss proposed protecting schools, churches, and places of worship from enforcement activity; Representative Escamani offered amendments to preserve in-state tuition for Dreamers and to grandfather currently eligible students; Representative Woodson offered a similar Dreamer-related amendment; and Representative Bartleman proposed barring local law enforcement from entering schools during school hours to detain children solely for immigration status. Supporters of these amendments argued they would protect children, preserve educational access, and prevent trauma in schools and houses of worship. The House rejected each amendment by voice vote, and the transcript ends during debate on the Bartleman school-safety amendment before final disposition is shown.

Transcript Highlights:

• Imagine stepping forward to do the incredible work that he did and not even 39.
• Imagine that.
• King imagined.
• And imagine trying to fill your father's shoes. He became this minister and began to speak.
• And when he was in jail, imagine all of us were elected officials.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• It happened to be at the same time Cullen happened out in Colorado, and I cannot imagine anything worse
• I'd like to say I could never imagine this happening to me.
• </c><02:35:56.800><c> She</c><02:35:57.040><c> just</c><02:35:57.200><c> heard</c> I cannot imagine how
• President, two years ago, one year ago, I was in the library in my community and a woman came up to me

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I would imagine discussion with the Public Safety co-chairs would be in order as far as availability
• I would imagine discussion with the Public Safety co-chairs would be in order as far as availability
• I would imagine discussion with the Public Safety co-chairs would be in order as far as availability
• I would imagine discussion with the Public Safety co-chairs would be in order as far as availability
• I would imagine discussion with the Public Safety co-chairs would be in order as far as availability

Bills: HF3919, HF3791, HF1781, HF3908, HF4233, HF3966, HF3430

Keywords: veterans benefits, Secret War, Laos veterans, eligibility process, burial fees, veteran designation, security, protective services, state officials, Capitol complex, state patrol, public safety, legislative protection, threat assessment, transportation, electronic attestation, traffic signals, accident reporting, legislative routes, agricultural aircraft

Transcript Highlights:

• . >> It's all over the board as you would imagine.
• Or are you pleasantly surprised, or what do we... >> It's all over the board as you would imagine.
• Or are you pleasantly surprised, or what do we... >> It's all over the board as you would imagine.
• But we have run into a lot that imagine.
• what that's like, and then she imagine what that's like, and then she gets<00:15:54.800><c> all</c><

Keywords: 924, joint, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Imagine stepping forward to do the incredible work that he did and not even 39.
• Imagine that.
• King imagined.
• And imagine trying to fill your father's shoes. He became this minister and began to speak.
• And when he was in jail, imagine all of us were elected officials.

Summary: The Senate met with a quorum present, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and handled routine announcements and motions, including unanimous consent to print a letter in the journal. The main item on the floor was Senate Concurrent Resolution 107 honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Senators from multiple caucuses spoke in support, emphasizing King’s legacy of nonviolence, civil rights, economic justice, solidarity across communities, and the need to continue his work amid current concerns about discrimination, immigration enforcement, and threats to civil liberties. Senator Richardson closed on the resolution, and the roll was called; SCR 107 was adopted. After the resolution, the Senate moved to adjournment memorials. Senator Pérez requested adjournment in memory of Alhambra Police Department Officer Alex Sanders, describing his service, family, and death in a duty-related car pursuit accident. Senator McGuire then honored Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead, highlighting his musical legacy, Bay Area roots, and charitable work. Senator Becker and Senator Laird added remarks about Weir’s cultural impact and the Grateful Dead’s place in California history. The Senate also adjourned in memory of the victims of a Stockton mass shooting, with Senator McNerney and Senator Alvarado-Gil speaking about the lives of the four young victims, including children and a teenager, and condemning gun violence. The Pro Tem closed by reflecting on the day’s themes of justice, loss, and civic responsibility, and announced the Senate would reconvene on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 2 p.m.

Transcript Highlights:

• Imagine stepping forward to do the incredible work that he did and not even 39.
• Imagine that.
• King imagined.
• And imagine trying to fill your father's shoes. He became this minister and began to speak.
• And when he was in jail, imagine all of us were elected officials.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum present, prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then moved through routine announcements and motions. Senator González obtained unanimous consent to print a letter in the journal. The chamber then took up Senate Concurrent Resolution 107, honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with extensive floor remarks from many senators reflecting on King’s legacy, civil rights, nonviolence, economic justice, solidarity across communities, and current concerns about discrimination, immigration enforcement, and threats to democracy. Speakers from multiple caucuses and affiliations supported the resolution, including Senators Richardson, Archuleta, Choi, Smallwood-Cuevas, Blakespear, Pérez, Weber, McNerney, Wiener, Reyes, Cabaldon, Rubio, and Alvarado-Gil. Their comments emphasized King’s leadership, the Letter from Birmingham Jail, the Poor People’s Campaign, and the need to continue his work through policy and civic action. Senator Richardson closed on the measure, and the Senate adopted SCR 107 by roll call vote. After the resolution, the Senate moved to adjournment in memory. Senator Pérez honored Alhambra Police Department Officer Alex Sanders, who died in a vehicle pursuit accident while on duty. Senator McGuire remembered Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead, with additional remarks from Senators Becker and Laird about his cultural impact and philanthropy. Senator McNerney and Senator Alvarado-Gil then honored the victims of a Stockton mass shooting, including children Journey Rose Guerrero, Maya Lupian, and Amari Peterson, and a 21-year-old, Susanna Archeletta, describing their lives and the community’s loss. The session ended with the Pro Tem noting the day’s reflection and announcing the Senate would reconvene on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Transcript Highlights:

• I can't imagine my dad signing an agreement with a public adjuster and I don't know what he has signed
• I can't imagine my 366 dad signing an agreement 367 with a public adjuster 368 and I don't know what
• Imagine if we have a hurricane and the roof damage is done to this house.
• Their autistic son 391 is one door away from the public guardian. 392 Imagine if we have a hurricane
• I can't imagine that banks can 1078 Well, I will look at that.

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and heard several insurance and banking bills. HB 1399, relating to property insurance affiliates, would increase Office of Insurance Regulation oversight of transactions between property insurers and affiliates, require fair-and-reasonable documentation, review of dividends and asset pledges, contract termination clauses, affiliate registration, and penalties for violations. Members from both parties generally supported the goal of transparency and accountability, though some raised concerns about costs and whether the bill would actually return money to insureds. The bill was reported favorably. HB 427, on public adjuster contracts, would allow vulnerable adults or their legal representatives to rescind public adjuster contracts without penalty, reflecting the sponsor’s personal concerns about protecting elderly and otherwise vulnerable family members from predatory contracting. Public testimony included support from several industry and elder-law groups, while the public adjuster association warned the bill could unfairly target one profession and urged broader language. Members debated whether the bill should be expanded to cover other solicitations and whether legal representatives should be treated differently, but the bill was ultimately reported favorably. The committee also approved HB 893, which aligns bank handling of law-firm trust accounts with Florida Supreme Court rules and supports legal aid funding, and HB 767, a transparency bill requiring insurers to provide consumers with plain-language explanations of rate increases and related factors. Members emphasized consumer education and clearer disclosures, and HB 767 passed 2-0. Later, HB 381, the Office of Financial Regulation agency bill, was amended and reported favorably; it updates financial regulation provisions including cybersecurity-related requirements, money services business rules, credit union and financial institution provisions, and fee timing. HB 777, a related public-records bill protecting nonpublic personal information submitted to OFR, was also heard and moved forward without opposition.

Transcript Highlights:

• Imagine a place where every dream is within reach, where rigorous academics and lifelong learning are
• Imagine a culture that makes excellence the standard, that celebrates diversity and fearlessly embraces
• Imagine a place that won't settle for anything less. We are St.
• a community that works other imagine a community that works towards<00:08:31.440><c> common</c><00:08
• a place that won't unities imagine a place that won't settle<00:09:05.120><c> for</c><00:09:05.399><

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Madam Chair, Representative, we are imagining that...
• We are imagining that school districts and other applicants would come from across New Mexico.
• So I would imagine that we want to have all kinds of kids in the program.
• So I could imagine that that would happen if that was what the district... Can you repeat that?
• Madam Chair and Representative, we're imagining a sliding scale based on the ability to pay.

Keywords: 996, all

Summary: The House Labor, Veterans and Military Affairs Committee met with a quorum and first addressed a point of order over whether HB 270 could be heard after being taken up earlier in the Transportation Committee. The chair ruled the bill could proceed because it was assigned to this committee and had been properly noticed. The committee then heard HB 280, which would create a three-year pilot program to support paid student internships through grants administered by the Department of Workforce Solutions. Supporters said the bill would help fund internships, mentoring, and transportation, and could improve workforce development, graduation outcomes, and pathways into apprenticeships or higher education. Members asked about administrative costs, student selection, rural and tribal access, payment mechanisms, and whether public entities, land grants, and dual credit could be included. The bill sponsor and witnesses said the program would likely serve about 100 students, use a sliding-scale matching model, and allow local flexibility in program design. The committee voted due pass on HB 280. The committee then heard House Memorial 46, honoring the Hurley family and especially Major General Patrick Hurley and his son Wilson Hurley for military service and artistic contributions in New Mexico. The memorial was presented as a tribute to a family of heroes, and members expressed support. The committee voted due pass on the memorial. Finally, the committee heard HB 270, which would amend the Public Works Apprentice and Training Act to require contributions to apprenticeship and training programs on most public works projects, including road and utility work, while exempting trades without approved programs. Sponsors said the bill would close loopholes, broaden participation, and strengthen the workforce pipeline. Opposition came from asphalt, contractor, and utility groups, which argued the bill would raise costs, duplicate existing training programs, and create access problems for nonunion and geographically distant contractors. Supporters from mechanical contractors, building trades, and labor groups said the bill would improve workforce development and keep training dollars in New Mexico. After debate over the earlier Transportation Committee action and the bill’s cost impacts, the committee voted due pass on HB 270 by a 5-3 roll call.

Transcript Highlights:

• And to stand here and ask people to imagine, you don't have to imagine.
• , imagine, imagine, you<01:06:49.119><c> don't</c><01:06:49.359><c> have</c><01:06:49.599><c> to</c><
• 01:06:49.839><c> imagine.
• </c><01:06:51.039><c> This</c> you don't have to imagine. This you don't have to imagine.
• Imagine this. Six years of enforcement of this policy. You don't have to imagine anything.

Keywords: 981, all

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• /c><00:17:09.079><c> up</c><00:17:09.280><c> while</c><00:17:09.959><c> grocery</c> Never would I imagine
• an elected official felt<00:17:28.840><c> fear</c> I<00:17:31.720><c> cannot</c><00:17:32.120><c> imagine
• how the children are I cannot imagine how the children are feeling. feeling. feeling.
• </c> Never<00:17:53.600><c> would</c><00:17:53.800><c> I</c><00:17:53.880><c> imagine</c><00:17:54.360
• a world where we Never would I imagine a world where we have<00:17:55.560><c> to</c><00:17:55.720><c

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• So, that's really hard to imagine.
• So, that's really hard to imagine.
• So, that's really hard to imagine.
• So, that's really hard to imagine.
• So, that's really hard to imagine.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all