Video & Transcript Research : 'constitutional amendment'
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OR
Transcript Highlights:
- We must insist on... ...what constitutes quality education in Oregon.
- quality education in Oregon. we must insist on what constitutes quality education in Oregon.
- The clerk shall read the proposed amendment to the Senate rules.
- Senate Rule Amendment, June 17, 2026: Privileges add 17.06, Senate seal. 1.
- Senate Rule Amendment, June 17, 2026: Privileges add 17.06, Senate seal. 1.
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS House Floor - 24 February, 2026; 2:00 PM
Mississippi House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Introduction of bills and constitutional amendments. Gentleman from Marion, Mr. Morgan. Those no.
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of <00:17:06.199>bills <00:17:06.800>and <00:17:06.959>constitutional - Introduction of bills and constitutional Introduction of bills and constitutional amendments.<00
- amendments. Gentleman from Marion, Mr. amendments. Gentleman from Marion, Mr.
Summary:
The House convened with a prayer by guest minister James Colepepper, who asked for wisdom, unity, discernment, and justice in the legislature’s work, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. After confirming a quorum, the House dispensed with the reading of the journal and the reading of bill introductions, and there were no select committee reports or resolutions. The body also recognized the week’s pages, including Nora Grace Grubbs, and several guests in the galleries, including the Mississippi Lead Group, West Harrison High School students, and advocacy visitors from Six Dimensions focused on maternal health.
Most of the meeting consisted of introductions and recognitions. Members welcomed family members and visitors, noted a birthday for Rep. Cedric Burnett, and recognized Dr. Madu Munger for work empowering women and girls. There were also memorial announcements for retired Mississippi Highway Patrol Master Sergeant Roger Dale Blackman and for Oliver Short, the father of Rep. Tracy Rosebud, with the House pausing in their honor and members invited to be added as co-authors on the memorial.
The clerk announced committee meeting times for Ways and Means, Military Affairs, Technology, Universities and Colleges, Corrections, Energy, Marine Resources, and Drug Policy, along with a cancellation for the Education meeting. Members also promoted several caucus and association events. No bills were debated or voted on, and the only formal action taken was adjournment, with the House voting to stand adjourned until 10:00 a.m. the next day.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session: 2025 First Special Session 6/9/25 - Part 3
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The amendment is coded A1. number 17. The amendment is coded A1.
- withdraw the A1 amendment. withdraw the A1 amendment.
- amendment is adopted. amendment is adopted.
- . amendment. amendment.
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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The chair moves that HB 342 without amendment.
- Amending or changing this, um, this language not requiring training to maybe.
- So, you know, when we pass a constitutional amendment here and, uh, obviously it passes and we send it
- We would read those constitutional amendments to senior citizens in the nursing home, and we would get
- amendments, but the principle is the same.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs (04/09/2025)
Health, Human Services & Elderly Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- c> amend results and amend results and amend 1516A<00:38:25.359>
to <00:38:25.599>require - And moreover, seven years ago now, more than 80% of the voters amended the New Hampshire Constitution
- And moreover, seven years ago now, more than 80% of the voters amended the New Hampshire Constitution
- amended the New Hampshire Hampshire Hampshire Constitution<01:09:34.400>
to <01:09:34.719> - And this is the amended Senate Bill 202, as amended in the Senate.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
PSM-TCA, PSM Public Hearings 02-05-2025
Public Safety and Military Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Melissa, I understand you folks had quite a bit of amendments to be made.
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to folks had quite a bit of amendments to folks had quite a bit of amendments - sb32 relating to fireworks this amends sb32 relating to fireworks this amends the<00:09:22.480><
- I'd like to move this forward, recommending we pass with amendments.
- The recommendation here is to pass with amendments.
Summary:
The joint committees heard testimony on three fireworks-related bills. On SB 1226, which would create a shipping container inspection program and require Department of Law Enforcement reporting, the Department of Law Enforcement supported the measure, while the Attorney General recommended deleting references to explosives to avoid a single-subject constitutional issue and noted possible federal limits on military involvement. Harbor users raised concerns about logistics, delays, and cost, and HPD supported the bill; members also discussed how inspections would work and whether DLE would coordinate with county and federal partners. No vote was taken during the testimony portion.
On SB 32, which would sharply restrict consumer fireworks by requiring permits for cultural use, repealing the general holiday exceptions, and imposing a $25 permit fee, the State Fire Council supported the bill as a public safety measure but said it was willing to work on problematic language. The Office of the Public Defender opposed it, arguing the bill’s use of “culture” could create constitutional and discrimination problems because permit decisions would effectively define culture. Fireworks retailers and other opponents said the bill would push consumers toward illegal fireworks and hurt lawful sales, while supporters said it would reduce injuries, fires, and respiratory harm. Members questioned whether the permit fee was new, whether the bill would affect commercial display companies, and whether permit caps should be added.
On SB 1324, which expands fireworks offenses, increases penalties for injuries or death, creates new criminal offenses and an infraction adjudication system, and appropriates funds, the Attorney General strongly supported the bill and said it would give law enforcement and prosecutors better tools, while DLE said the current weight-based definitions make prosecutions difficult and labor-intensive. DLE also said disposal of seized fireworks is expensive and hazardous, and suggested violators should bear more of that cost. HPD and the Maui County prosecutor supported the bill, but some opponents argued it would overcriminalize conduct and create constitutional issues; a commercial pyrotechnics company asked for amendments to preserve lawful display work. Members asked about the appropriation, enforcement challenges, and whether existing exceptions would still allow commercial shows. The hearing ended with no final decision reported in the transcript.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety - Part 1 - 04/17/26
Judiciary and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
- A2 amendment.
- I would offer the A2 amendment as an author's amendment.
- an author's amendment. amendment. amendment.
- The amendment is adopted. Senator Limmer also moves adoption of the A1 amendment as amended.
- We now have the total bill in front of us consisting of the A1 amendment as amended by the A2 amendment
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- We currently have a support-if-amended position on the bill.
- We currently have a support-if-amended position on the bill.
- I want to begin by accepting committee amendments.
- Motion is do pass as amended to the Senate Judiciary Committee.
- I would like to begin by accepting the committee's amendments.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V Mar 5th, 2025
Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V
Transcript Highlights:
- versus statuary created I mean or yes, so in the Constitution means In order to remove this agency,
- we'd have to have a constitutional amendment.
- Unless the body adopted. bill to take it to the voters for a constitutional amendment to abolish the
- When I hear what you're saying, let us work on a rider language or an amendment that maybe can address
- Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission technical adjustments item one is to amend writer to capital budget
DE
Transcript Highlights:
- Now we will go back to the agenda and go to House Bill 446, an act to amend Title 3 of the Delaware Code
- House Amendment 1 clarifies the existing statutory authority for the Delaware Department of Agriculture
- The last bill on the agenda for today is House Bill 180, an act to amend and propose an amendment to
- Article 5 of the Delaware Constitution relating to voting.
- HB 180 is the first leg of a constitutional amendment that modernizes Delaware's voting rules and strengthens
Summary:
The Senate Executive Committee first considered several gubernatorial appointments. Heidi Gilmore was nominated to the Marijuana Appeals Commission and said her real estate and administrative-law background would help her support implementation of Delaware’s new marijuana framework. Lee Wynne Lynn and Ruth Tucker were both nominated to the Delaware River and Bay Authority Board; both emphasized long Delaware ties, public service, and experience in technology, transportation, and executive leadership, with committee members asking about modernization, cashless tolling, and potential conflicts of interest. Lindsay Alexic and Dr. Jennifer Hallman were nominated to the Professional Standards Board and described their classroom and administrative experience in Delaware public education, with discussion focused on supporting teachers, improving educator effectiveness, and helping schools address post-COVID classroom and student-support challenges. Jason Munion and F. Todd Collada were nominated to the Environmental Appeals Board; Munion cited his engineering and environmental background, while Collada noted his work as Milford’s mayor and a contractor. No votes on the nominations are reflected in the transcript excerpt.
The committee then moved to legislation. House Bill 364 would create a Delaware Entertainment Production Tax Credit for film, television, e-sports, and video game production, with a $10 million annual cap, audit and reporting requirements, a 2031 sunset, and a focus on verified in-state spending and Delaware hiring; the bill was circulated after no public comment. House Bill 437 was described as a technical corrections bill affecting certain municipal charters and requiring a three-quarters vote; it also drew no public comment. The committee approved the previously circulated minutes by motion and second.
House Bill 446 would reorganize the Delaware Forest Service chapter, consolidate authority in one section, and add definitions related to forests and urban forestry without creating new authority; House Amendment 1 was noted as clarifying existing authority for the Department of Agriculture. House Bill 180, the first leg of a constitutional amendment on voting, would limit felony-related voting loss to actual imprisonment or pardon, remove outdated residency and literacy provisions, update the voting age to 18, and eliminate a post-sentence voting ban; members raised a question about whether the change would apply retroactively, which was left for later clarification. No public comments were offered on the bills, and the committee adjourned after announcing written comments would be accepted for 24 hours.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Perhaps we'll amend the bill. All right. Any other questions?
- And our Constitution and Declaration of Independence are under the care and custody of the Texas State
- House Bill 3699 would amend the Texas Labor Code to define last work and.
- HB 1893 addresses these issues by amending.
- By amending Chapter 201, Texas Labor Code, House Bill 33,700 would ensure that all programs at TWC have
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- We're on the amendment. Yes, on the amendment.
- Okay, then comment on the amendment. Go ahead. I rise in support of the amendment.
- We're on the amendment. Yes, on the amendment.
- Okay, then comment on the amendment. Go ahead. I rise in support of the amendment.
- Please read the amendment. Mr.
NH
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on the Judiciary Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- Our Constitution here and our laws make it clear that women control their own bodies.
- the federal Constitution, so that I guess would have a question on that end.
- False allegations violates the Fifth Amendment, ripping off citizens’ resources.
- We needed the 209 amendment for judges to be able to start identifying course of control.
- She had violated my constitutional rights.
Summary:
The committee heard extensive testimony on several Judiciary bills, with the largest portion focused on S. 1178/H. 2052 to reduce mass incarceration and end life without parole. People incarcerated at MCI Framingham, MCI Norfolk, and NCCI Gardner described personal growth, rehabilitation, restorative justice work, family separation, and the belief that parole eligibility after long sentences would better reflect public safety and human development. Speakers emphasized that life without parole removes hope and can undermine rehabilitation, while supporters argued that many lifers are older, less likely to reoffend, and could contribute positively if given a chance at parole review. Committee members did not take votes during the hearing.
The committee also heard testimony on S. 1139 to restore the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims involving tobacco use, with Sen. Keenan explaining that a recent SJC decision had cut off claims where the injured person did not sue within three years before death. He said the bill would restore families’ ability to seek redress in cases involving long-latency tobacco harms like COPD. Another major topic was S. 1205, which would add abusive litigation to the definition of coercive control in domestic violence law; Sen. Michael Moore said the bill would stop abusers from using repeated court filings to harass and financially burden survivors.
The committee also took up S. 1114 on automatic record sealing, with Sen. Friedman and others arguing that the current petition-based process is slow, burdensome, and disproportionately harms people with criminal records, especially Black and Latino residents. Testimony also supported H. 1965/S. 1132 on compensation for wrongful conviction, with advocates and sponsors describing a faster administrative claims process, transitional support, and higher compensation without the current cap. Sen. Payano testified for S. 1241 to expand educational programming for incarcerated emerging adults, saying education reduces recidivism and improves reentry outcomes.
A substantial portion of the hearing focused on S. 2522, an update to Massachusetts’ shield law for reproductive and gender-affirming care. Sen. Friedman, the Attorney General’s office, and DPH Commissioner Robbie Goldstein said the bill is needed to strengthen protections against out-of-state legal attacks, protect patient and provider data, clarify enforcement authority, and add a state-level EMTALA-style emergency care requirement. Committee members asked detailed questions about prescription labeling, the prescription monitoring program, attorney discipline, custody and full faith and credit issues, and whether the bill’s enforcement language could create unintended limits or conflicts. The Attorney General’s office said it would provide follow-up written testimony on several technical questions.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Government Contract Review Committee (5-12-26)
Transcript Highlights:
- So statute uh actually it was amended.
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the they came back and and amended the they came back and and amended the statute - And so um I constitutional offices.
- personal services contract uh amendment personal services contract uh amendment ivory<00:27:40.799
- the memorandum of agreement amendment the memorandum of agreement amendment yellow<00:33:02.880>
Summary:
The committee first approved the April 13 minutes and then turned to a large agenda of contracts. Chairman Douglas said there were 52 contracts totaling about $369.3 million, and noted that most vendors were registered with the Secretary of State except for item 118 on the routine personal services green list and item 19 involving Morehead State University and Kentucky State University. The committee voted to defer item 118 to the June 26 meeting and later also deferred the Kentucky State University contract on the deferred list to the June 26 meeting.
The main discussion centered on a deferred personal services contract for the Kentucky Board of Optometric Examiners, involving outside legal counsel. Senator Meredith raised concerns about KRS 320 and whether the board had authority to hire outside counsel when the statute says the Attorney General shall provide legal services to the board. Dr. Mary Beth Morris, the board president, and Christopher Thacker of the Attorney General’s office testified after being sworn in. Thacker explained that the statute and related law allow both Attorney General assistance and independent counsel, and argued that outside counsel is appropriate for day-to-day legal work because it avoids conflicts, especially on open records issues, regulatory advice, and disciplinary hearings.
Senator Meredith said he agreed with approving the contract but questioned how the board had reached this point and whether the current statutes reflect modern practice. He raised concerns about transparency and accountability, referencing a prior advisory opinion involving the board’s handling of exam requirements during COVID and saying the board should have consulted the Attorney General before acting. Thacker responded that the Attorney General’s office serves the Commonwealth as a whole, not as counsel to one board, and that the board’s use of outside counsel is a reasonable and economical arrangement. The exchange ended with Meredith suggesting that broader legislative action may be needed to clarify reporting relationships and oversight for the board.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The following amendment. The clerk will read the amendment. Amendment by Rodriguez Ramos.
- I saw the following amendment, the clerk will read the amendment. Amendment by Rodriguez Ramos.
- The following amendment. The clerk will read the amendment. Amendment by Rodriguez Ramos.
- The following amendment. The clerk will read the amendment. Amendment by Gerdes. Chair, Ms.
- The following amendment. The clerk will read the amendment. Amendment by Leach.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- OK, if we are going to read the amendment today, OK, members, we're gonna have the clerk read the amendment
- Here's the amendment on the bill. Mr. Chairman, I move to amend House Bill number 2951 as follows.
- That explains the amendment. Will there be questions on the amendment?
- Will there be questions on the amendment? Will there be debate on the amendment?
- And we will proceed as an amended version of the amendment.
Keywords:
firearm rights restoration, nonviolent felons, Oklahoma firearm laws, gun ownership, pardon, expungement, public safety, transportation of inmates, Department of Corrections, correctional facilities, sentencing, health records, firefighters, sex offenders, employment restrictions, Oklahoma laws, bomb, explosive device, incendiary device, simulated bomb
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development Jan 14th, 2026
Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- It's a constitutional right enshrined in our Constitution.
- It's a constitutional right enshrined in our Constitution.
- Senators, any debate on the amendment?
- All in favor of the amendment say aye. All opposed say nay. Show that amendment adopted.
- The amendment is adopted. We are back on the bill as amended.
Bills:
S0048
Keywords:
housing, accessory dwelling units, affordable housing, local government, zoning regulations, military families, density bonus, homeownership, property taxes
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development heard presentations on the Governor’s recommended budget for fiscal year 2026-27 and then considered one bill, CS/SB 48 on accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The Governor’s office outlined a $117.4 billion overall budget, with transportation and economic development receiving about $18 billion statewide and $601 million in general revenue. Agency heads then presented priorities for Commerce, Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Military Affairs, State, Transportation, Emergency Management, and the Florida State Guard, emphasizing workforce development, housing, tourism marketing, aviation and space infrastructure, law enforcement recruitment, emergency preparedness, and military readiness.
In the Commerce presentation, Secretary Kelly highlighted funding for housing programs, the Hometown Heroes program, the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund, rural infrastructure and workforce grants, Reconnect and Florida WINS systems, law enforcement and firefighter recruitment bonuses, defense support, Visit Florida, Space Florida, and SelectFlorida. Senators asked about Visit Florida’s private match requirements and whether the agency fully leveraged prior appropriations; Visit Florida’s CEO said the match was met and exceeded, though it is difficult but important. The Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles presentation focused on trooper pay, pursuit vehicles, aviation assets, and enterprise data systems, with questions about immigration enforcement and body cameras. Military Affairs requested funding for readiness centers, training facilities, education and health benefits for Guardsmen, and maintenance of existing armories; members discussed Guard deployments, staffing levels, and a proposed firing range project. The Department of State requested funds for automated election audits, a conservation lab, and historic preservation, and defended its arts grant process and rule changes. Transportation’s budget emphasized a $14.3 billion work program, road and bridge maintenance, aviation and aerospace, safety initiatives, and seaport investments, while Emergency Management requested funding for preparedness, flood mitigation, WebEOC, grants management, and alert systems; senators also asked about the Alligator Alcatraz detention facility.
For CS/SB 48, Senator Gates explained that the bill would require local governments to allow property owners to voluntarily create ADUs, while preserving local authority over setbacks, construction, and permitting. An amendment removed reusable tenant screening reports and clarified that conforming ADUs would be allowed by right without a separate hearing. The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association supported the bill, saying ADUs could help provide long-term housing for service workers. After questions about local government and HOA authority, the committee adopted the amendment and then reported CS/SB 48 favorably by roll call vote.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 37 Apr 8th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- the problem is if we want the county assessors to continue doing what they're doing, then we need to amend
- the fiscal impact will be a decrease in income tax of over a billion dollars, and I looked at the amendment
- Chairman Boles did point out I've not ever seen the original drafted language because I only got the amended
- Declare the vote: 76 in favor, 14 nay, having a majority vote of those present and constituting the house
- Declare the vote: two nay, ever seen a majority vote of those like to in constitution in the house.
Bills:
SB1287, SB1983, SB1796, SB1806, SB1558, SB2135, SB483, SB1198, SB1265, SB2154, SB2139, SB1552, SB2118, SB1775, SB259, SB1344, SB1380, SB2007, SB1572, SB2074, SB1423, SB1425, SB1502, SB1503, SB1833, SB1561, SB1555, SB2044, SB1749, SB904, SB1565, SB1500, SB667, SB1484, SB1562, SB1644, HR1045, SB227, SB1627, SB1475, SB1966, SB2049, SB1531, SB80, SB1734, SB1630, SB1894, SB1975, SB1432, SB1437, SB1812, SB346, SB710, SB1489, SB1614, SB2045, SB1250, SB1304, SB1501, SB1946, SB592, SB65, SB1257, SB444, SB640, SB2178, SB1242, SB1642
Keywords:
abstraction, licensing, Oklahoma Abstractors Board, criminal background, good moral character, SB1983, foster care, resource family partner, resource family partners, Department of Human Services, DHS, child welfare, foster homes, foster children, placement data, data sharing, de-identified data, aggregated data, sibling groups, placement disruptions
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 36 Apr 7th, 2026 at 09:30 am
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Oh, sorry, the amendment. I moved to amend.
- Representative, he gives us a question on the amendments.
- You recognized for a question on the amendment. He waves.
- Representative Edford, do you have a question on the amendment? He waives.
- Back on the bill as amended. Do you require any further?
Bills:
SB330, SB2069, SB2095, SB1721, SB1433, SB1316, SB1280, SB1455, SB1456, SB1457, SB1459, SB1461, SB1463, SB1465, SB1466, HJR1088, SB1684, SB378, SB1447, SB1920, SB1443, HR1047, SB1877, SB1884, SB1365, SB2174, SB1525, SB1810, SB1771, SB1805, SB1916, SB1530, SB1847, SB1990, SB2060, SB1992, SB1579, SB1778, SB2132, SB1623, SB2067, SB1589, SB1441, SB1224, SB372, SB1232, SB1264, SB1450, SB2011, SB2030, SB1980, SB1936, SB1477, SB1593, SB1725, SB1670, SB1480, SB1726, SB1633, SB1735, SB1632, SB1277, SB1217, SB1826, SB1824, SB1813, SB1326, SB1937, SB1641
Keywords:
elk population, wildlife management, Oklahoma State University, veterinary medicine, ecosystem health, habitat assessment, waterfowl hunting, crane hunting, hunting guide, hunting outfitter, wildlife conservation, commercial hunting, outfitter license, guide license, hunting services, licensed guide, licensed outfitter, game and fish, hunting for compensation, waterfowl guide