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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, February 25, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Child Committee Meeting - 2025-04-08
Children and Families Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- His leg fracture would not be on video as the system overwrites itself afterward.
- We need to improve our systems.
- We have staff that are working on systems that were built in 1989, in the early 1990s.
- The investments that you're making in improving SSIS systems will go a long way.
- committed to protecting children from abuse and neglect through policy and system change.
Bills:
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LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Transportation, Highways and Public Works May 11th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So my first month, I had to lay off all of our employees. I have one employee, one.
- Our mission is to protect West Bank homes and businesses by ensuring that our flood protection systems
- We perform this work with a $10 million operating budget and 55 employees.
- The amount of employee and board turnover at SLFPA East is alarming.
- So this bill simply does that with our new implementation of the OMV's computer system.
Summary:
The committee first adopted Amendment Set 527 without objection, then adopted Amendment Set 5327, which adds a compliance officer requirement and related qualifications for the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority. Supporters of Senate Bill 56 argued that the Lafitte levee district lacks sufficient recurring revenue to maintain its system and that the West Bank flood authority could provide professional management, coordination, and financial support. Testimony also raised concerns about governance problems at SLFPA East and about unresolved landowner damage claims tied to prior levee work. The committee reported SB 56 favorably with amendments.
The Department of Transportation and Development secretary then gave an update on the agency’s transformation initiatives, including outsourcing, construction process improvements, faster contractor payments, quicker change-order approvals, and higher project delivery rates. The committee next reported Senate Bill 171 favorably, which cleans up language for the recreation, economy, navigation, and transportation authority board, and Senate Bill 252 favorably, which allows driver’s license records to reflect both acceptance and refusal of anatomical gift authorization.
Senate Bill 72, dealing with electronic vehicle titles and registration, was amended extensively to modernize OMV processes, require electronic lien and title functions for certain users, and set implementation timelines; it was then reported with amendments. House Bill 939, which would create a Louisiana Vehicle Commission by consolidating the motor vehicle commissions, was amended with a substitute but then voluntarily deferred to allow more stakeholder work. Senate Bill 129, creating a Master Combat Infantry Specialty license plate and adding a special plate provision for designated state officials tied to Supreme Court parking/security concerns, was reported with amendments. Finally, House Resolution 243, urging safety warning signage on the Tickfaw River after a fatal boating accident, was amended to shift responsibility to parish governing authorities and was reported with amendments.
MN
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Formal House Session 56 Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Moran, legislation to establish a sick leave bank for James Caruso, an employee of the Massachusetts
- Second reading of the bill: an act establishing a sick leave bank for Esther Adafwa, an employee of the
- An act establishing a sick leave bank for Esther Adafwa, an employee of the Department of Mental Health
- Third reading of the bill: an act establishing a sick leave bank for Esther Adafwa, an employee of the
- On behalf of Majority Leader Jones and myself, we ask the members and guests and employees to please
Summary:
The House first adopted several noncontroversial resolutions, including congratulations to the Rotary Club of Watertown for its 100 years of service and to Mystic Valley Elder Services on its 50th anniversary. It also suspended Joint Rule 12 to advance a petition establishing a sick leave bank for a Massachusetts Department of Transportation employee, James Caruso, sending that matter to the Committee on Public Service. The chamber then recessed and later confirmed a quorum after a roll call was called and withdrawn.
The main substantive item was House Bill 4227, the final conference committee report on supplemental FY2025 appropriations using FY2024 fair share surtax surplus funds. Members heard that the bill would spend about $1.38 billion, with roughly $716 million for transportation and $593 million for education. Transportation funding included support for the MBTA, regional transit authorities, Chapter 98, and municipal bridges and culverts; education funding included special education circuit breaker reimbursements, higher education deferred maintenance, vocational school capital, early education supports, endowment matches, and Green School Works. The House accepted the conference report by a roll call vote of 146-3, then passed the bill to be engrossed and later enacted it by a roll call vote of 148-4.
The House also advanced House No. 422, establishing a sick leave bank for Esther Adafwa of the Department of Mental Health. The bill was ordered to a third reading and then passed to be engrossed. Throughout the session, the House observed moments of recognition and silence for guests and for the deaths of Richard Serino Sr. and Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, and it adopted an order to adjourn in Hortman’s memory, with the House set to meet again Monday at 11 a.m.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Multi-tiered systems of support.
- on holding the judiciary accountable, improving its efficiency, and restoring public trust in the system
- system.
- Thank you, Senator Huffman, for your efforts in 2019 when you offered the tier system and for today's
- You were responsible for the tier system.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- build an entire new system from scratch. build an entire new system from scratch.
- The system failed.
- Access is an obligation and systems accountable for real systems accountable for real accessibility.<
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NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Health and Human Services Nov 5th, 2025
Legislative Health & Human Services Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- The board has implemented systems such as using HS.
- And if we could bump that employee salary, maybe, I mean, and.
- Together created a system called Patient-Centered Data Home.
- We are about 2,000 employees at 13 state agencies.
- I appreciate CWA telling their stories of the system.
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Labor and Industrial Relations May 14th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So the study is going to say if you have no employees and you're a sub, no employees, we need to determine
- So the study is going to say if you have no employees and you're a sub, no employees, we need to determine
- As a workers' comp system, that's what makes it work.
- The unrepresented employees that I said, or the gate-fired representation? No.
- The unrepresented employees that I saw on the bench were employees that had had attorneys, had representation
Summary:
The Senate Labor Committee met on March 14 and adopted the prior minutes. It voluntarily deferred Senate Bill 358, which would have addressed workers’ compensation coverage for independent contractors and sole-proprietor subcontractors. Senator Abraham said the bill would instead be studied to determine whether such workers should be able to buy occupational accident coverage or be required to carry workers’ compensation coverage, particularly where no employees are involved.
The committee then heard House Bill 456, which would expand and clarify workers’ compensation petition requirements and broaden employers’ and payers’ ability to file disputed claims beyond fraud and medical-director appeals to other disputes under the chapter. The bill drew strong support from business groups and strong opposition from injured-worker attorneys, who argued it would revive problems seen in 2012 when employers could sue injured workers without a ripe dispute, burden unrepresented claimants, and increase litigation and administrative costs. Supporters said it would improve access to the courts and help employers investigate questionable claims. After debate, the committee voted 5-1 to report HB 456 favorably, with Senator Barrow voting no.
The committee also heard House Bill 549, which creates the Bayou Growth Opportunity Workforce Program, or Bayou Works, a proposed statewide workforce training grant program aimed at helping employers quickly train workers for specific skill needs. The sponsor and Louisiana Workforce Commission representatives said it would be privately funded, modeled on Michigan’s “Going Pro” program, and coordinated with technical colleges, apprenticeships, internships, and other workforce partners. Members asked about statewide reach, youth pipeline efforts, and timing; the department said implementation would likely begin later next year. The committee reported HB 549 favorably by unanimous consent and then adjourned.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, July 3, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- My mother is a retired dentist.
- My father is a retired Navy Vietnam veteran, postal letter carrier, and I'm really glad...
- My mother is a retired dentist.
- My father is a retired Navy Vietnam veteran, postal letter carrier, and I'm really glad.
- We get all these business folks trying to sell us new security systems.
Summary:
The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and recognition of the Doctor of the Day. Members also read a proclamation honoring the East Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and introduced several guests, including Alzheimer’s Association advocates and family members visiting the chamber. The House then moved into Committee of the Whole to consider Senate bills.
In Committee of the Whole, the House advanced SB 1037, SB 1233, SB 1290, SB 1445, and SB 1814 was retained. SB 1037, SB 1290, and SB 1445 each received committee amendments before being recommended do pass; SB 1445 also received a subfloor amendment. SB 1233 was described as part of a broader set of HHS-related cleanup measures and was said to allow 72 hours to cure deficiencies and reduce red tape. After the committee report was adopted, the House later took up additional bills in Committee of the Whole, including SB 1015, SB 1055, SB 1274, SB 1502, and SB 1573, all of which were recommended do pass, with SB 1274 amended. Debate on SB 1015 focused on liability for providers involved in gender transition procedures on minors, SB 1055 on reporting unlawfully present individuals arrested for crimes to federal authorities, and SB 1573 on prohibiting state courts from applying foreign or religious sectarian law; all three drew partisan disagreement but were approved in committee.
On third reading, the House passed SB 1168, SB 1172, SB 1290, SB 1221, and SB 1400. SB 1214 failed on the first vote, with supporters describing it as a stem cell therapy regulatory framework and opponents saying they were not comfortable with the bill; the House then reconsidered and placed it back on third reading. SB 1221 was supported as a transparency measure requiring public hearings before the Department of Revenue changes its application of tax law. SB 1400, relating to public safety employees, passed after concerns were raised about peer support and counseling protections. The House also granted Senate consent to adjourn after completing its labors, and the session ended with announcements and adjournment until April 22, 2026.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Um that system, every single road mile.
- Original systems have largely met or exceeded their useful life.
- Original systems have largely met or exceeded their useful life.
- The mechanical systems are at the end of their life. There's no fire sprinklers.
- That is why the system wants a high bar for it.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- It's a very different dynamic than with the other state employees. Thank you, sir.
- Individuals frequently harass elected officials, government employees, and others.
- That's the system we have, and frankly, it's working.
- Texas Alliance of Retired Americans.
- I'm a retired state employee on a fixed income, including my Social Security.
Keywords:
SB 383, ERCOT, Texas Utilities Code, interconnection, wind power facility, offshore wind, coastal wind, nearshore wind, Gulf of America, Texas coast, three marine leagues, electric grid, transmission line, distribution facility, renewable energy, battery storage, energy storage, grid access, power grid, electric service
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, March 4, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- West's story is one of... employee of the Navy, West learned to employee of the Navy, West learned to
- paid, who of course are critical employees?
- are critical employees.
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of commissioner or who is an employee of commissioner or who is an employee
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- Bailey has just retired from the health department after 48 years. Mr.
- Loy Bailey retired as a state employee after working 48 years for the Arkansas Department of Health.
- served two terms as president of the Arkansas State Employees Association.
- Bailey retired from the Arkansas Department of Health on December 31, 2025.
- The employees of the Department of Health and other departments work tirelessly.
Summary:
The Arkansas Senate convened, opened with prayer and the Pledge, and moved through announcements including Work Zone Worker Highway Awareness Week. The chamber also received committee reports on several Joint Budget bills and Senate resolutions, including recognitions for Coach Van Compton and the Parkview Arts and Sciences Magnet High School boys basketball team. A special guest, Victoria Ferguson Banks of the Searcy County Quilt Guild, displayed an Arkansas-themed quilt that will be hung in the hallway during session.
The Senate adopted Senate Resolution 17 honoring the Barton High School Bears boys basketball team as Class 2A state champions, Senate Resolution 29 recognizing Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts students for science fair accomplishments and designating ASMSA Day at the Capitol, and Senate Resolution 30 honoring Loy Bailey upon his retirement after 48 years with the Arkansas Department of Health. Mr. Bailey briefly addressed the chamber and thanked legislators for their support of public health and employee pay improvements.
On the budget calendar, the Senate passed Senate Bill 1, the Senate appropriation for fiscal year 2026-27, by a 34-0 vote with its emergency clause. The chamber also adopted amendments to Senate Bills 3 and 10, passed House Bill 1060 for the Arkansas State Library appropriation, and approved in batches a series of appropriation and reappropriation bills, including Senate Bills 2, 14, 19, 22, 26, 32, 42, 52, 53, 60, 61, 62, 64, 65, 66, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, and 74, all by 34-0 votes with emergency clauses adopted. The Senate then recessed briefly, later returned, and adjourned subject to clearing the desk, with plans to meet again the next day and to hold a special language committee meeting after adjournment.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 40 (3-5-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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Summary:
The Senate convened, opened with an invocation and pledge, established a quorum, excused absent members, and approved the journal. The House clerk then announced that the House had passed several bills and requested concurrence. The chamber also received second-reading reports for a number of bills and resolutions, which were referred to the Rules Committee, and committee reports from the Economic Development, Tourism, and Labor Committee and the Judiciary Committee recommending passage of several measures. New resolutions were also introduced, including one honoring Michael Mingi, Amanda Maize, and Senator Maize Bledsoe, and another designating March 31, 2026, as Kentucky Transitional Science Day.
The Senate then took up Senate Bill 145, relating to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. The chamber concurred in House Committee Substitute 1 and House Floor Amendment 1, then passed the bill as amended by a roll call vote of 35 yeas and 2 nays. The Senate next considered Senate Bill 59, relating to prohibited uses of tax dollars and resources. After adopting Senate Committee Substitute 1, members debated whether the bill’s enforcement provisions were needed to prevent public funds from being used to influence ballot questions; supporters cited prior school-related advocacy, while one opponent raised concerns about possible uneven treatment of schools receiving federal funds. The bill passed 28-9.
Finally, the Senate took up Senate Bill 137, relating to a provisional license to practice medicine. Supporters described Kentucky’s physician shortage, especially in rural areas, and argued the bill would help recruit foreign medical graduates by allowing a path to licensure based on prior residency and work experience. A floor amendment was offered to preserve standards by emphasizing U.S. residency pathways and cautioning against lowering the standard of care, but the amendment was withdrawn after discussion. The bill remained under consideration at the end of the transcript.
NJ
Transcript Highlights:
- I understand you're not retiring, despite your tremendous monetary successes on that. ...tremendous run
- I understand you're not retiring despite your tremendous monetary successes on that.
- and congratulate Jamie Ding, a proud resident of my hometown of Lawrenceville, a dedicated public employee
- The existence of this bill is truly an acknowledgement that the current independent contractor system
- I also have a pending bill that would fix our system by scrapping the burdensome ABC test and aligning
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 4/2/25
Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm a retired tribal chairwoman from the Boyport Band of Chippewa.
- I am a proud retired steel worker from Local 2705, Hibbing Taconite.
- on their system and their treatment system by the state, and First District will have to greatly reduce
- on their system and their treatment system by the state, and First District will have to greatly reduce
- on their system and their treatment system by the state, and First District will have to greatly reduce
ND
North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session
Human Services Committee May 27th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Human Services
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine perspectives from the field, focusing on farmer and rancher views on the agricultural economy. Feb 26th, 2025 at 09:30 am
Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Second, we need to have a functioning and fair immigration system.
- employees were going to be filling the spots of.
- And you have to remember that these FSA employees or NRCS employees are often farmers themselves who
- First, producing wholesome, nutritious pork while serving my community and employees.
- Farmers across the country desperately need employees.
Keywords:
agriculture, avian flu, bipartisan farm bill, economic challenges, poultry, dairy, specialty crops
Summary:
The committee meeting focused on crucial discussions surrounding the challenges faced by the agriculture sector, particularly concerning avian flu and its impact on poultry and dairy producers. Members provided insights into the economic struggles within the industry, emphasizing the need for a new bipartisan farm bill that addresses the diverse needs of specialty crop and livestock producers. Witnesses from various agricultural sectors spoke about their experiences, illustrating the high costs, regulatory burdens, and emerging diseases that threaten their operations. The meeting underscored a commitment to exploring solutions that will help maintain market stability and ensure food security.