Video & Transcript Research : 'Alabama Code Title 31'
Page 155 of 500
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Senate Children and Family Law (04/24/2025)
Children and Family Law
Transcript Highlights:
- >
much <01:31:01.040>as <01:31:01.199>we <01:31:01.360>can <01:31:01.520>< - So,<01:31:11.600>
if <01:31:11.760>I <01:31:11.840>could <01:31:12.000>ask - <02:31:09.200>
two, <02:31:09.520>and <02:31:09.760>I <02:31:09.920>think - to be disclosed<02:31:21.280>
for <02:31:21.600>the <02:31:22.080>proper <02:31: - >
is <02:31:34.800>not <02:31:34.880>a <02:31:35.120>big <02:31:35.200>
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Joint Legislative Advisory Committee on Economic Incentives Feb 25th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- projects that were announced last year in the state of... ...announced last year in the state of Alabama
- On the Alabama Jobs Act report, we now have two years of...
- On the last page, regarding the Growing Alabama program, are there any comments about that?
- North Alabama communities do utilize SEEDS and then the TVA SEEDS program.
- They do have a couple of alternatives other than Growing Alabama.
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
TCA-WTL, TCA DEFER, WTL-TCA-GVO, TCA-GVO, HHS-TCA, TCA Public Hearing 02-14-2023 3:00pm
Keywords:
HI Senate YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GnnL8etTkl8, 2026-07-02T01:23:06+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, 00:00 - Start
01:21 - SB 469
03:29 - SB 1263
08:23 - SB 1191
09:50 - DM TCA-WTL 3:00
14:35 - SB 1535
28:07 - DM WTL-TCA-GVO 3:01 PM
31:36 - SB 119
44:00 - DM TCA-GVO 3:05 PM
49:12 - SB 101
49:44 - SB 384
51:08 - SB 465
59:39 - DM HHS-TCA 3:10 PM
01:01:52 DM TCA 3:00 PM
01:04:39 - SB 1504
01:05:53 - SB 1532
01:06:32 - SB 1120
01:07:10 - SB 1119
01:12:08 - SB 822
01:13:30 - SB 1224
01:18:03 - SB 1225
01:20:46 - SB 15
01:21:26 - SB 969
01:26:01 - SB 224
01:27:01 - SB 844
01:28:14 - SB 315
01:28:55 - SB 785
01:34:48 - SB 1037
01:37:26 - DM TCA 3:15 PM
Hearing Notice:
TCA-WTL 3:00 PM
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2023/hearingnotices/HEARING_TCA-WTL_02-14-23_.PDF
TCA DEFER 3:00 PM
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2023/hearingnotices/HEARING_TCA_02-14-23_DEFER_.PDF
WTL-TCA-GVO 3:01 PM
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2023/hearingnotices/HEARING_WTL-TCA-GVO_02-14-23_.PDF
TCA-GVO 3:05 PM
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2023/hearingnotices/HEARING_TCA-GVO_02-14-23_.PDF
HHS-TCA 3:10 PM
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2023/hearingnotices/HEARING_HHS-TCA_02-14-23_.PDF
TCA 3:15 PM
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2023/hearingnotices/HEARING_TCA_02-14-23_.PDF, 912, senate, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- Our civil code already says that a parent is responsible for the actions of their child in many cases
- Our civil code already says that a parent is responsible for the actions of their child in many cases
- In doing so, we align with 31 other states that treat exploited children as victims in need of protection
- In doing so, we align with 31 other states that treat exploited children as victims in need of protection
- to do this if the goal is really just to do that and to make things more clear, which is that the Code
Summary:
The committee first heard House Bill 137, which would strengthen penalties for knowingly making threats against schools, school activities, students, or school employees. The author said the bill responds to repeated false threats that disrupt schools, frighten families, and divert law enforcement, and it adds education and parental acknowledgment requirements. Members discussed possible juvenile consequences such as public service or physical work at schools, and the bill drew support from law enforcement, district attorneys, and Catholic bishops. It was reported favorably without objection.
House Bill 321 followed, addressing Louisiana’s Safe Harbor law by expressly exempting minors from prostitution offenses and treating them as trafficking victims rather than offenders. The author, clergy, trafficking advocates, and a survivor testified that children involved in commercial sex are typically coerced, groomed, or controlled by traffickers, often family members or caregivers, and should receive protection and services instead of arrest. Witnesses described statewide advocacy and crisis-response services created in 2022, and committee members asked about prosecution of perpetrators and the prevalence of trafficking in rural areas. The bill was reported favorably without objection.
The committee then approved House Bill 1246, a response to a fatal drunk-driving crash involving Jada Bright, which would allow law enforcement to keep intoxicated offenders in jail if they are not safe to release. An amendment was adopted to clean up the language, and the bill was reported favorably. House Bill 1104, creating a misdemeanor for possession of motor vehicle key-programming or emulating devices used to steal cars, also passed favorably with support from prosecutors and police. House Bill 552, a cleanup measure replacing references to intoxication with impairment in prior drug-related statutes, was reported favorably as well.
Finally, the committee took up House Bill 310, which would require random reassignment when a defendant waives a jury trial in districts with more than two judges, unless the prosecutor agrees otherwise. Supporters said it would prevent judge shopping and address concerns about unusually high acquittal rates before particular judges, while opponents argued it raises due process concerns and effectively lets prosecutors choose the judge. Despite the opposition, the bill was reported favorably. The last major item was House Bill 1107, dealing with post-conviction death penalty cases involving claims of intellectual disability; the bill would set a 75 IQ threshold and create procedures for Atkins claims. Supporters said it would bring finality to long-pending capital cases and follow U.S. Supreme Court guidance, while opponents argued it would be unconstitutional under Atkins, Moore, and Hall because intellectual disability cannot be reduced to a single number. After extensive testimony and debate over amendments, the committee adopted the amendment and then reported the bill favorably.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session - part 3 May 19th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- of my loveliest and most beautiful relationships, whether they're workers in the rubber plants in Alabama
- The bill is passed and its title agreed to. Any conference committee reports available at the desk?
NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
New York State Senate Session - 03/10/2026
New York Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Please take up previously adopted Resolution 1680 by Senator Fernandez, and have that resolution's title
- Please read that resolution's title and recognize Senator May. Secretary will read.
- MOVE ON TO MORE SERIOUS MATTERS RESOLUTION 718 BY SENATOR MAY, PLEASE REID READ THAT RESOLUTION'S TITLE
- Read the resolution title and recognize Senator Gonzalez to speak on that resolution.
- The brutality the marchers faced on the bridge at the hands of 150 Alabama state troopers, sheriffs'
Summary:
The Senate met on March 9, 2026, approved the prior journal, and took up several procedural items, including substituting identical Senate Bill 6734A for Assembly Bill 4382A and adopting a resolution calendar with exceptions for Resolutions 1718 and 1723. The chamber also received amendments on another bill and heard multiple guest introductions, including students from Ahavas Bas Yaakov of Monsey and Dr. Angela Odoms-Young, who was recognized for her work on food and nutrition policy and health equity.
A major portion of the session was devoted to Resolution 1680 commemorating Bronx Day. Senators Fernandez, Bailey, Myrie, Serrano, Sepúlveda, Krueger, and others spoke in praise of the Bronx’s history, diversity, culture, resilience, and contributions to music, fashion, sports, and civic life. The Senate also adopted Resolution 1718 recognizing Harriet Tubman Day, with remarks highlighting Tubman’s work on the Underground Railroad, her Civil War service, and her later life in Auburn, and adopted Resolution 1723 marking the 61st anniversary of Bloody Sunday and emphasizing the continuing importance of voting rights protections.
The Senate then passed a series of bills from the calendar. These included measures on general municipal law, public health, executive law, education, vehicle and traffic law, criminal procedure, labor law, and legislative law. Several members explained their votes on health-related bills: Senator Cleare spoke about period poverty and access to free menstrual products in educational institutions; Senator Webb supported a bill requiring hospital governing boards to include a registered professional nurse; and Senator Murray, joined by Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, described personal experiences with blood clots and pulmonary embolism in support of a bill creating a working group on the issue. Most bills passed with broad support, though some had notable negative votes, and the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, March 11 at 3:00 p.m.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Contract Review Legislative Oversight Committee Feb 6th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Good morning, I'm Mandy Spears with the Alabama Department of Corrections.
- I'm not sure if the Pathways for Alabama Computer Science... ...Pathways for Alabama computer science
- Is he an Alabama licensed physician? He is, and he's an Alabama native.
- My name is Sam White, and I'm with the Alabama Medicaid Agency.
- Good morning, I'm Dudley Perry from the Alabama Department of Youth. from the Alabama Department of Youth
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Joint Legislative Budget Hearings Feb 5th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- So, here's Alabama Chairman Garrett.
- The prepandemic comparison of U.S. and Alabama unemployment rates and workforce...
- Typically, plus-ups to budgets in the arena of Alabama Public Safety include a $3.8 million investment
- Additionally, there are funds for an Alabama metro area crime suppression unit.
- So, we are attempting to identify each level of education in Alabama as it relates to the allocation
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice Jan 28th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And we also developed the QR code. I'll show you that toward the end.
- Hotline number, who to call, and a QR code that you can save and use at a time when maybe the predator
- in addition to inside of the stadium, there's going to be all kinds of information and signs and QR codes
- And so all of those things would, and the way our evidence code works and what can be presented to a
- A similar piece of legislation was passed in the state of Alabama, and it put IVF professionals at risk
Summary:
The committee heard a lengthy presentation from Miami-Dade State Attorney Catherine Fernandez-Rundle on human trafficking, describing it as a major criminal enterprise in Florida driven by online recruitment, local victims, and organized traffickers. She outlined Miami-Dade’s task force, victim-centered prosecution practices, training efforts for schools, hotels, transit workers, and other partners, and community-supported services such as the Project Phoenix shelter and Thrive Clinic. She also urged better interstate communication about known traffickers and noted that prior legislative changes, including restrictions on tattooing minors, came from trafficking cases. Senators asked about school-based exploitation, technology and social media recruitment, and information-sharing with other states; Fernandez-Rundle said training and technology remain essential and offered to share materials and tour the facility.
The committee then considered CS for SB 656, which Senator Bradley said would codify FDLE’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force funding program and rename/expand the online sting operations grant program to better support investigations, training, technology, and personnel. The bill was supported as a needed response to online child exploitation and was reported favorably by unanimous roll call. The committee also passed SB 892 by Senator Martin, which streamlines sentencing procedures for habitual felony offenders and related designations by reducing paperwork delays tied to clemency and requiring clearer notice before pleas; it too was reported favorably unanimously.
The most extensive debate centered on SB 164, which would expand Florida’s Wrongful Death Act to allow civil damages for the death of an unborn child. Senator Graal said the bill uses existing statutory language defining an unborn child and is intended to let parents recover damages when negligence causes a pregnancy loss. Supporters argued it recognizes unborn life and should be strengthened; opponents warned it would function as a personhood measure, create liability risks for doctors, businesses, friends, and family members, chill miscarriage and abortion-related care, and worsen Florida’s OB-GYN shortage. Several speakers raised concerns about abuse by rapists or abusive partners and about impacts on IVF and emergency care. The committee heard extensive questioning about the bill’s scope and its relationship to existing criminal statutes, but no vote on SB 164 was taken in the portion provided.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- But also this bill is supported certainly by the American Kidney Foundation as well as Alabama Kidney
- but this legislation will give Alabama but this legislation will give Alabama we're<00:04:16.560
- kidney foundation as well as Alabama kidney foundation as well as Alabama Kidney<00:04:36.720>
health provider in Alabama. health provider in Alabama.- And I have an amendment that says the insurance company cannot acquire a health provider in Alabama.
Keywords:
Elmore County, rental tax, tax revenue, infrastructure funding, economic development, Ma-Chis Lower Creek Indian Tribe, tribal police, reservation security, state-recognized tribe, law enforcement authority, certified police officer, Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission, P.O.S.T., trespass, warrantless arrest, tribal land, sovereignty, public safety, Indian tribe, reservation
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Apr 14th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Bills:
HB3312, HB3700, HB2981, HB2961, HB3016, HB4478, HB4326, HB3025, HB3710, HB4125, HB2951, HB3082, HB4142, HB4106, HB1752, HB3268, HB4440, HJR1067, SB1144, SB1145, SB1146, SB1147, SB1148, SB1156, SB1157, SB1158, SB1159, SB1161, SB1162, SB1163, SB1164, SB1165, SB1166, SB1149, SB1167, HJR1024, SB1174, SB1175, SB1176, HB3419, HB3748, HB4335, HB3057, HB3279, HB4428, HB3420, HB3040, HB4140, HB1638, HB3298, HB4113, HB1082, HB4301, HB3269, HB3587, HB4226, HB4324, HB4339, HB4342, HB3278, HB3996, HB4236, HB4352
Keywords:
firearm safety, public schools, education policy, student safety, gun control, opt-out option, grading system, student assessment, academic integrity, state funding, opinion conduct, open meetings, school boards, transparency, public access, education governance, HB2961, TSgt Marshal Dakota Roberts Gold Star Survivor Act, Gold Star family, Gold Star recipient
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Apr 14th, 2026 at 09:30 am
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I thought he had that title on. I thought he was a sergeant of arms up there.
Bills:
HB3312, HB3700, HB2981, HB2961, HB3016, HB4478, HB4326, HB3025, HB3710, HB4125, HB2951, HB3082, HB4142, HB4106, HB1752, HB3268, HB4440, HJR1067, SB1144, SB1145, SB1146, SB1147, SB1148, SB1156, SB1157, SB1158, SB1159, SB1161, SB1162, SB1163, SB1164, SB1165, SB1166, SB1149, SB1167, HJR1024, SB1174, SB1175, SB1176, HB3419, HB3748, HB4335, HB3057, HB3279, HB4428, HB3420, HB3040, HB4140, HB1638, HB3298, HB4113, HB1082, HB4301, HB3269, HB3587, HB4226, HB4324, HB4339, HB4342, HB3278, HB3996, HB4236, HB4352
Keywords:
firearm safety, public schools, education policy, student safety, gun control, opt-out option, grading system, student assessment, academic integrity, state funding, opinion conduct, open meetings, school boards, transparency, public access, education governance, HB2961, TSgt Marshal Dakota Roberts Gold Star Survivor Act, Gold Star family, Gold Star recipient
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- The Alabama Education Retired Association reception is from 5:30 to 7:30 at RSA Plaza. 7:30 at RSA Plaza
- Additionally, the Alabama Education Partnership, Teach for America Alabama, the Alabama Expanded Learning
- History that was made last evening, and I want you all to join me in congratulating the Alabama State
- [Applause] House, certainly congratulations to Alabama State and all the Alabama teams that are still
- In 1982, the Alabama Cotton... Mr.
LA
Bills:
SB8, SB10, SB11, SB12, SB13, SB14, SB16, SB17, SB18, SB20, SB21, SB22, SB416, SB455, SB456, SB477
Keywords:
Municipal Employees' Retirement System, Louisiana, participation, employer, retirement, SB 10, Act 222, Louisiana State Police Retirement System, state police retirement, retirement system funding, employer contributions, actuarial gains, amortization, Permanent Benefit Increase, PBI account, benefit increase reserve, supplemental permanent benefit increase, public retirement systems, state pension, pension funding
Summary:
The Retirement Committee met on April 29, 2026, established a quorum, and heard a series of retirement-related bills, mostly cleanup or technical measures affecting various public retirement systems. SB 22 would extend Municipal Employees Retirement System eligibility to certain positions in the Second City Court constable’s office in New Orleans. SB 17 would create a funding deposit account for cost-of-living adjustments for registrars of voters’ employees’ retirement system. SB 455 would allow certain district and parish courts to participate in the Parochial Employees Retirement System. SB 456 would update compensation rules for assigned retired judges, and SB 8 would add the Louisiana Asset Management Pool as a participating employer in MERS. All of these bills were described as aligning statutes with current practice or expanding participation options, and each was reported favorably without objection.
The committee also heard several Louisiana State Police retirement bills. SB 10 would repeal outdated priority allocation and retiree raise rules and adjust handling of surplus employee contributions; SB 11 would increase the funding cap for benefit increases from 2.5% to 3.5%; and SB 12 would update membership and definition language to reflect the State Police Commission rather than the Civil Service Commission. SB 18 would repeal a special exception allowing certain MERS retirees to return to part-time work while collecting full benefits, while protecting roughly 30 current participants. SB 20 and SB 21 would update actuarial gain/loss and unfunded liability funding rules for school employees’ retirement and LASERS, respectively, in light of the new permanent benefit increase funding structure. Each of these bills was supported by system officials as cleanup or modernization measures and was reported favorably.
The committee spent the most time on education and return-to-work issues for teachers and public employees. SB 16 would reduce annual trustee training requirements for retirement system boards from 16 hours back to 12 hours, which witnesses said would better fit smaller systems and match the original intent of the law. SB 13 would similarly update TRSL’s actuarial funding rules after the sunset of the experience account. SB 14, based on a 2025 study work group, would consolidate and simplify TRSL return-to-work rules and expand options for retired teachers, with witnesses emphasizing teacher shortages and the need to retain experienced educators. All three were reported favorably. Finally, SB 416 would allow certain Department of Public Safety and Corrections retirees to return to critical shortage positions after one year, and SB 477 would classify the chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board as a full-time state employee for retirement purposes. Both bills drew questions and discussion, especially SB 416, and both were reported favorably. The chair announced the committee’s next meeting would be moved from Monday to Tuesday, and the meeting adjourned.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Commerce and Economic Development Oversight Apr 14th, 2026 at 03:00 pm
Commerce & Economic Development Oversight
Transcript Highlights:
- I believe you're wanting to restore title. Correct. Please hold. Please hold.
- Title is now restored on SB 1531. You are now recognized to present this title on bill.
- Members, Senate Bill 1824 is a targeted modernization of our corporate code, strengthens freedom of contract
Keywords:
bail bondsman, bondsman license, multicounty agent bondsman, surety bondsman, Insurance Commissioner, bail bond regulation, bond deposit, forfeiture, deposit ratio, writing capacity, license transfer, power of attorney, surety bond, bail industry, Oklahoma insurance law, financial solvency, administrative action, SB1061, Oklahoma Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act, SAFE Act
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- So in The bill language says it shall not apply in any year when the title, and then it gives some outlines
- I'm going to move to pass, yield for questions, but I also request that the title be struck at this time
- So can you clarify what is meant by foreign law, legal code, or system in practical terms?
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
AR
Arkansas 2026 Regular Session
ALC-HOSPITAL, MEDICAID, & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES STUDY SUBCOMMITTEE Mar 16th, 2026
ALC-HOSPITAL, MEDICAID, & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES STUDY SUBCOMMITTEE
Transcript Highlights:
- She said that even if Arkansas joins with West Virginia, Alabama, Kansas, and Mississippi, the states
- So even when you put West Virginia, Arkansas, Alabama, Kansas, Mississippi, the states that don't have
- We are in the process of doing our cost reporting for the past 12 months that ended on 12/31/25.
- We are in the process of doing our cost reporting for the past 12 months that ended on 12/31/25.
Summary:
The subcommittee met to review Arkansas DHS hospital spending and reimbursement methods, with Secretary Janet Mann and Deputy Secretary Misty Eubanks explaining Medicaid hospital payments. They described fee-for-service per diem payments, cost settlements, and the upper payment limit (UPL) program, noting that SFY 2025 hospital payments included $688 million in inpatient/outpatient claims, $473 million in UPL payments, $248 million in cost settlements, and about $47 million in other payments such as graduate medical education and disproportionate share hospital funds. Members asked about why per diem rates vary, how cost settlements work, why UPL applies mainly to private hospitals, and how assessment fees are structured and funded. DHS said the hospital assessment fee is broad-based and uniform, used as the state share to draw federal funds, and that supplemental hospital payments after federal match totaled $548 million with no general revenue used.
The Arkansas Hospital Association’s Jody Ann Tritt then gave a broader overview of the hospital landscape, explaining the different hospital types in the state, including critical access hospitals, rural emergency hospitals, PPS hospitals, and specialty hospitals. She said Arkansas hospitals face financial strain, citing a negative 5.18% patient service margin statewide and lower reimbursement than surrounding states. She argued that Arkansas hospitals are paid less than hospitals in neighboring states for similar services, that commercial payer rates and administrative burdens are a major problem, and that Medicaid and Medicare rates remain below cost even with UPL support. She also said hospitals are the backbone of community care, provide emergency and public health functions, and are looking for ways to invest in technology and telehealth but often lack the revenue to do so.
Members pressed for clearer data on hospital finances, reimbursement adequacy, and the impact of commercial insurers. Tritt said the association had just authorized a statewide survey to gather updated financial information from hospitals, which she said would take about a year to complete. She also explained that Medicaid pays weekly, Medicare and commercial plans can involve delays and denials, and that hospitals often spend significant resources on revenue cycle work. The discussion ended with a brief update on assisted living reimbursement: DHS said one facility, The Pillars of the Community in Crossett, had announced closure, nine Living Choices waiver clients were being transitioned, and the updated rate study would be available after cost reports are collected, likely before the end of the fiscal year. The meeting then adjourned.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 066 Mar 20th, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- c><00:31:09.480>
the <00:31:09.640>challenges <00:31:10.400>that <00:31:10.600> <00:31:16.200>- :31:14.080>
nations <00:31:14.720>have <00:31:14.880>faced <00:31:15.320>with - c> Animas
La <00:31:16.320>Plata <00:31:16.720>project, <00:31: - :31:14.080>
- inhabitants<00:31:31.360>
of <00:31:31.520>this <00:31:31.800>land <00:31:32.280> - This<00:31:41.200>
resolution <00:31:41.880>highlights <00:31:42.600>those <00:31
Summary:
The House convened, established a quorum, approved the journal, and then moved through announcements recognizing Nowruz/Persian New Year, Ute Day at the Capitol, Mosaic students, and other brief invitations and tributes. The chamber then agreed to proceed out of order to resolutions and adopted House Joint Resolution 1017, which urges the federal government to fulfill obligations to the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe regarding water rights and the Animas-La Plata project. Supporters emphasized tribal water security, federal funding, and the tribes’ longstanding stewardship; an amendment (L.004) was adopted 60-0, and the resolution then passed 60-0, with several members adding as co-sponsors.
The House also adopted Senate Joint Resolution 17, reappointing Carrie L. Hunter as State Auditor for a five-year term. Speakers from the Legislative Audit Committee praised Hunter’s professionalism, nonpartisan leadership, and the office’s national recognition; the resolution passed unanimously, 62-0, and members invited Hunter to be recognized in the chamber. After that, committee reports from Appropriations and Finance were read and several bills were set as special orders for later consideration.
In Committee of the Whole, the chamber considered several measures. Senate Bill 39, dealing with Fire and Police Pension Association disability and survivor benefits, received a technical cleanup amendment and passed. House Bill 1311, concerning bonds in lieu of retainage in construction contracts, was amended to clarify public versus private projects and passed; supporters said it would help smaller contractors, including contractors of color and women contractors, enter the market. House Bill 1184, continuing the Colorado Forest Health Council, passed after committee report amendments. House Bill 1305, on aligning state and federal statutes to improve access to inpatient behavioral health, passed despite some committee-level concerns about regulation. House Bill 1234, concerning access to child abuse or neglect records, passed after an amendment limiting access unless courts explicitly grant it; supporters said it would help victims access their own records, including for legal defense. Finally, Senate Bill 50, on child care center policy disclosures, was introduced with sponsors explaining it would require centers to disclose mandatory reporter obligations, camera and footage policies, and related privacy/access rules, in response to a case where parents were denied access to video footage.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, December 11, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- <00:31:04.159>
Act <00:31:04.320>to <00:31:04.559>stop <00:31:04.720>a - <00:31:06.799>
states <00:31:07.200>to <00:31:07.360>move <00:31:07.520>off - >
to <00:31:09.440>a <00:31:09.600>cheaper <00:31:09.840>and <00:31:10.000 - ,<00:31:35.760>
achievable, <00:31:36.399>and <00:31:36.799>easy <00:31:37.120>- The clerk will report the title. title. title.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- And we ask that you give us wisdom and guidance as we serve the people of Alabama. Amen.
- Anyone representing the Alabama State 911 Board here today? No. Any questions about these?
- And the Alabama State 911 Board appointees are approved. Moving.
- The Alabama State 911 Board appointees are approved. Moving on.
- I live in Tallapoosa County and I have lived in Alabama since 1995.