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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 22nd, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We are strongest when every person has a seat at the table, a voice in the conversation, and the freedom
- And in the past three years, there's been conversation after conversation, negotiation after negotiation
- There's been conversations after conversations, negotiations after negotiations, lots of stakeholder
- Men's Mental Health Month is about starting conversations, even if they seem difficult to have.
- And I had the most amazing conversation with her on Mother's Day on FaceTime.
Summary:
The Assembly met in session, established a quorum, and opened with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Members then handled a series of procedural motions, including re-referrals of several Senate bills, notices for committee hearings, and a successful motion to suspend rules so ACA 20 could be taken up later in the week. The chamber also recognized former Assembly Member Christina Garcia and later moved into a Pride Month observance.
The main ceremonial item was House Resolution 115 recognizing June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Assembly Member Ward opened on the resolution, and multiple members from different caucuses spoke in support, highlighting Pride history, LGBTQ+ rights, and the contributions of LGBTQ Californians. Assembly Member DeMaio offered supportive remarks while noting policy differences, and the resolution was adopted by voice vote after 53 co-authors were added. The Assembly then held a Pride honoree ceremony recognizing 15 individuals and groups for contributions to the LGBTQ community.
On the floor file, members also adopted several resolutions by voice vote after adding co-authors: ACR 187 on Men’s Mental Health Month, ACR 157 marking the 50th anniversary of the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act, ACR 222 declaring Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Awareness Month, and ACR 224 recognizing Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day. Each drew personal testimony from members about the underlying issues, including suicide prevention, caregiving and dementia, mining reclamation, and harms to youth from social media. The Assembly also concurred in Senate amendments to AB 46 on mental health diversion by a 51-1 vote, and later adopted the consent calendar 66-0. The House adjourned until June 25, 2026, at 9 a.m.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Correctional Consolidation and Collaboration Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- Any conversation about reform, collaboration, or system improvement must include and prioritize their
- They must be central to the conversation.
- There's no way we're going to get through this process without good conversation and being respectful
- Now it's time to get down to brass tacks and have a real honest conversation of where we're going to
- And as we move forward through a consolidation or through conversation, at some point there's got to
Summary:
The special commission on consolidation and cooperation among public safety agencies held a hearing focused on union and correctional staff testimony. Chair Dan Hunt and Senator Brownsberger opened by noting the commission’s extensive site visits and prior testimony, and they recognized Correctional Officers Week. Union representatives from KOUF, NCEU, AFSCME, and local county correctional unions described the daily realities of correctional work, emphasizing staff safety, staffing shortages, retention problems, mental health impacts, and the need to preserve local sheriff’s offices and collective bargaining agreements.
Testimony centered on several recurring concerns: violence inside facilities, the spread of synthetic drugs such as K2, inmate suicides and suicide attempts, and the strain these issues place on officers, EMS, and local resources. Speakers also raised concerns about gender-identity housing policies, arguing they can create safety and workplace issues for staff, and urged more support for officer wellness, debriefing, and programs like OnSide Academy. Several witnesses argued that county facilities should remain locally controlled and that consolidation with the Department of Correction would weaken programming, staffing, and community-based reentry work. One witness described the Norwegian correctional model as a possible source of ideas for more rehabilitative approaches.
Commission members responded with support for correctional staff and asked questions about K2 detection, paperless systems, EMS transports, and possible metrics to quantify incidents and facility needs. Members also discussed the importance of individualized assessments of each facility rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. The commission voted to seek an extension of its reporting deadline from September 30 to November 30, and agreed to continue site visits, including the upcoming Barnstable visit and a June 15 hearing. The meeting adjourned after the motion passed.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee Jun 3rd, 2026
Energy, Utilities and Communications
Transcript Highlights:
- And then the conversation has been that, well, it's not enough.
- And I think we can have those hard conversations, and we have. We have done that with Sivagunda.
- We've had really good conversations.
- Now it's about acting on what we know that... ...good conversations.
- Appreciate the conversation here today. Two things I wanted to highlight.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session May 20th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- You know, the county, and I've certainly had conversations with our county supervisors, can continue
- They're comfortable with these conversations if it leads to results. And this can lead to results.
- So I want to say this is not some theoretical conversation. This isn't a political conversation.
- I also want to say that this isn't just us having a conversation about patients.
- I feel like this conversation has really veered into a conversation that is not necessary here on this
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Minnesota Latino Caucus Press Conference 4/29/26
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you again for your time, and I look forward to the conversations in the future.
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Summary:
House Republicans announced the formation of the Minnesota Latino Caucus as a sub-caucus of the House Republican Caucus. Chair John Koznick said the group is intended to give Latino conservatives a voice, promote “common sense” and right-of-center policies, and reach Latino communities across Minnesota, especially around affordability, lower taxes, less regulation, and government accountability. Representatives Bedell Duran and Erica Schwartz joined Koznick as founding members and described the caucus as a response to the diversity of Latino communities and the need for representation beyond a single political viewpoint.
The members emphasized personal backgrounds and constituent outreach. Koznick discussed his adoption from Colombia and his long involvement with Latino advocacy groups, while Duran and Schwartz spoke about their districts, family histories, and experiences that shaped their politics. They said Latino Minnesotans live throughout the state, work in many fields, and should not be viewed as a monolithic voting bloc. They also highlighted issues such as education, postsecondary achievement, entrepreneurship, public safety, and the economic impact of immigrants and Latinos.
In response to questions, the lawmakers said the caucus was not created solely because of recent Latino voting patterns, but they acknowledged Republican gains among Latino voters and said they want to continue competing for Latino support. They also said immigration policy should be clearer and more transparent, while supporting secure borders and reform. Koznick said he has bipartisan relationships with Latino legislators and pointed to support for a Hispanic or Latino art museum in St. Paul as an example of possible cross-party cooperation. No formal votes were taken; the event was a caucus launch and press availability, and the members said they would hold a celebratory kickoff later that evening.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Fifty Seven - Thursday, April 23
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It encourages conversation, reduces stigma, and reminds those who are facing infertility that they are
- Have you been able to have those conversations with the appropriations chair?
- I haven't had those conversations yet.
- to fund higher education differently or that the way we do it now is so superior that that's a conversation
- .broadband grants, construction, and programming dollars to House Bill 2017, so we've had that conversation
Summary:
The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then approved the House Journal for the 56th day by a roll call vote of 131-2. The Speaker also signed several measures, including House Bill 1768, House Committee Substitute for House Bill 1866, Senate Substitute for House Committee Substitute for House Bill 1870, Senate Committee Substitute for House Bill 2180, and Senate Substitute for Senate Committee Substitute for House Committee Substitute for House Joint Resolutions 173 and 174. Members then offered a point of personal privilege recognizing National Infertility Awareness Week and shared a constituent’s testimony in support of HCR 28, followed by numerous introductions of student groups, guests, and legislative announcements such as Hat Day and Ken Waller Day.
The House received Senate messages on a series of budget bills and other measures, including House Bills 2002 through 2013, and then adopted motions on each of the budget bills to refuse the Senate substitutes and send the bills to conference committees. During discussion, members highlighted major budget differences, including child care subsidies, transportation funding, higher education funding, and a large broadband-related funding shift that would affect the apparent size of the operating budget. The budget chair said he had not yet seen all of the Senate’s printed changes but supported going to conference and expressed hope for compromise on disputed items.
The chamber then took up Senate Bill 975, relating to ambulance districts and emergency medical services. After adopting a House committee substitute and a House amendment that restored compromise language on community paramedics and made a minor change to first responder mental health services, the bill passed 136-7. Supporters said it would help struggling ambulance districts, improve emergency response, and keep patients out of emergency rooms when appropriate; one member noted the bill was the same language as a previously passed House bill. The House also considered a property tax reform package in Senate Bills 1066 and 1088, adopting two technical and policy amendments on assessor training, electronic notices, protest payments, levy uniformity, and timing of voter-approved tax increases. Despite support from several members, concerns were raised that the bill could limit local control and create legal or fiscal issues for counties and taxing districts. The combined bill ultimately passed 83-61, and the House adjourned until April 27, 2026.
ND
North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session
Advanced Nuclear Energy Committee Apr 21st, 2026 at 08:25 am
Advanced Nuclear Energy Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- So you hear about uranium mining, conversion, enrichment, deconversion, all these things that you don't
- We do more work around enrichment and some of the conversion, deconversion processes.
- Wherever that enrichment facility, the conversion facilities, recycling facilities, associated power
- But we worked with a lot of different states and are happy to have that conversation maybe over lunch
- They are interested in how MARVEL can support their modular data centers, what kind of power conversion
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Mar 24th, 2026 at 09:30 am
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- You know, would you believe that in my conversations around the state that this is a much-needed step
- I have had no conversations with sheriffs. Additional questions on the amendment.
- need to be corrected in this conversation.
- I think that's good, and we should have those conversations, but then they've got to be more than conversations
- , and it can't just be a conversation where we're in deadline week.
Bills:
SJR47, SB1491, SB1579, SB1806, SB1552, SB483, SB63, SB137, SB346, SB514, SB1344, SB1360, SB1380, SB1437, SB1189, SB1217, SB1221, SB1262, SB1272, SB1325, SB1339, SB201
Keywords:
voter ID, elections, constitutional amendment, Oklahoma, proof of identity, presidential electors, vacancies, oath of office, political party, property tax, valuation increase, taxpayer rights, homestead, protest process, foster care, adoption assistance, transitioning youth, Department of Human Services, voluntary services, county home rule charter
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Agency resources to help veterans' initiatives 3/4/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, back in 2021, uh, the DAV Minnesota had a conversation with the Minneapolis VA Medical Center about
- Kelly, during the conversation that we've just had here, it sounds as though we have members or people
- Uh, in the Army, we have this conversation of trust but verify. We have a lot of trust with you.
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Summary:
The committee heard House File 3467, a policy bill by Representative Ray Brower that would give the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs clearer statutory authority to collaborate with veterans organizations using staff time, expertise, and other nonmonetary resources. Brower and MDVA testified that the bill is permissive, does not move money, and is intended to help the agency support initiatives related to food insecurity, homelessness, suicide prevention, and similar needs. They cited a DAV-led effort to expand veterans food pantry services statewide as the main example, including possible use of MDVA space and staff support, and noted a reporting requirement to legislative veterans committee leaders.
John Kelly of MDVA said the bill arose from discussions with agency counsel and is meant to avoid uncertainty about whether the department can partner quickly on emerging initiatives. Stefan Whitehead of the Disabled American Veterans described the food pantry work already underway in Minneapolis, where DAV says it serves about 300 boxes of food a month, and said the organization wants to expand statewide with MDVA’s help in identifying need, coordinating partners, and connecting veterans to benefits and other resources. He emphasized that DAV is not seeking state funding, but rather MDVA expertise and coordination.
Members generally supported the concept but raised concerns about the bill’s wording and whether it could be read to allow use of agency resources beyond nonmonetary support or lead to added costs or staff positions. Chair Bliss and Representative Wilson asked for clarifying language to ensure the bill does not authorize spending or full-time employees, and Kelly said MDVA was willing to work on amendments to make that clear. The committee did not take final action and instead laid the bill over for possible amendment and further work.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- And I know in our conversation, you did mention that you're already receiving many phone calls.
- After our conversation, I reached out to the Department of Justice, and they were very prompt.
- And after our conversation, I reached out to the Department of Justice, and they were very prompt.
- Within 15 minutes of our conversation, that constituent called me that you reached out and that you were
- To say that we've had the actual conversation, we have not at a board meeting.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 20, 2026 - 09:30 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- We had a long conversation yesterday about this and we discussed it with others as well.
- Representative Bankson: Thank you for our extended conversation last night.
- And I'm open to having that conversation.
- I'm open to a conversation in terms of limiting the sealing of adjudication withholds.
- I'm open to all of these conversations and I welcome anyone who is interested in this to continue to
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Tell us about what that conversation was like.
- When was that conversation? It was before this committee was appointed. Two months ago?
- Third conversation. Which one was that? Adam called me this last Monday.
- Anything else happen in that conversation on Monday? No. Okay.
- I don't recall that conversation, but if I said that...
Bills:
SB 2, SB 5, SB 9, SB 7, SB 17, SB 4, HB4, HB1, HB3, HB20, HB22, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4, HB4, SB2, SB5
Keywords:
disaster relief, flood preparedness, emergency funding, local government support, meteorological forecasting, school assessment, public education, accountability, transparency, education standards, STAAR, Texas Education Agency, TEA, public school accountability, school ratings, A-F ratings, assessment reform, student testing, benchmark tests, interim assessments
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - New Mexico Finance Authority Oversight Aug 11th, 2025
New Mexico Finance Authority Oversight Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Paul mentioned we had conversations with Monk Stanley.
- They were able to have a great conversation with the Los Alamos National Lab researchers and collaborate
- I had conversations with the program manager at NIH in regards to a call for proposals that my company
- That was part of the conversation that in order to be able to get these internships, they had to go through
- Part of the conversation. And so our next board meeting is going to be August 21st.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House DFL Press Conference 5/19/25
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- We can have a much longer conversation.
- So I do think there'll be a lot more conversation. Sure, sure.
- When Speaker Burroughs carried the bill last session, he put it in through a lot of conversation.
- But Speaker Burroughs had a lot of conversation, made a lot of changes, and worked that bill together
- I know there's already been some conversation about that.
Keywords:
municipal management district, bonds, assessments, property taxes, economic development, eminent domain, special district, SB 427, local government, political subdivision, state loan, state grant, financial reporting, annual financial statement, annual report, county report, municipal finance, water district, municipality, county auditor
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- We had these conversations in committees, as you remember. We all know how this works.
- Before I make a motion, it has been a long day, and a lot of members have had... ...conversations and
- Any input on that charter school conversion? >> Parents. Additional questions on the bill.
- THE ADDITION OF THAT PROVISION AROUND CHARTER SCHOOLS BEING ABLE TO DO CONVERSIONS...
- OVER THE YEARS, THERE HAVE BEEN MANY CONVERSATIONS RELATED TO LENIENCY, WORKING WITH THE SCHOOLS AND
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, and I appreciate your willingness to continue that part of the conversation as I think I understood
- in your conversation with Chairman Dutton.
- Um, what I get concerned about in these conversations, I agree with you, if you have, and I think we
- The part that I get concerned about is a lot of the conversations that we have here are, there is an
- And so I think the removal statute is adequate, but I appreciate, I think it's an important conversation
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I appreciate your willingness to continue that part of the conversation. ...as I think I understood in
- your conversation with Chairman Dutton, but just before we vote, respectfully, I think we're close to
- our schedule over the next coming days, I would like to move this out today and continue those conversations
- What I get concerned about in these conversations, I agree with you.
- But I appreciate it; I think it's an important conversation to have because you're balancing liberty
Bills:
HB5621, HB4904, HB5067, HB5076, HB5081, HB5354, HB4862, HB3847, HB4088, HB4157, HB2966, HB2287, HB4203, HB4803, HB4737, HB5093, HB783, HB5411, HB4281
Keywords:
HB 5621, consumer protection, Deceptive Trade Practices Act, DTPA, Business & Commerce Code, attorney general, consumer protection division, district attorney, county attorney, local prosecutor, civil investigative demand, CID, voluntary compliance, financial institution records, bank records, privacy, protective order, in camera review, trade secrets, insurer
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nominations of Scott Kupor, of California, to be Director of the Office of Personnel Management, and Eric Matthew Ueland, of Virginia, to be Deputy Director for Management, Office of Management and Budget. Apr 3rd, 2025 at 08:30 am
Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator, I've been very clear in my written responses and in the conversations that we've had that look
- There's been a lot of conversation about federal workers and being removed through the process, but we
- Cooper, I enjoyed our conversation the other day. Nice to see you here in person today.
- Enjoyed the conversation we had together.
- And that conversation, I'm sure, will be robust, both internally and with Congress, and I look forward
Keywords:
nominations, Scott Cooper, Eric Ulan, federal workforce, Office of Personnel Management, Office of Management and Budget, accountability, collective bargaining
Summary:
The committee convened to discuss the nominations of Scott Cooper for Director of the Office of Personnel Management and Eric Ulan for Deputy Director at the Office of Management and Budget. This meeting highlighted the critical roles both positions play in managing the federal workforce, which comprises over two million civilian employees. Concerns were raised regarding the current administration's approach to federal employment, citing issues like mass firings and the undermining of collective bargaining rights. Members expressed the need for better accountability and transparency within the federal system, emphasizing the importance of attracting talented public servants.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine restoring Boeing's status as a great American manufacturer, focusing on safety first. Apr 2nd, 2025 at 09:00 am
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- In our prior conversation we discussed some of the more challenging aspects of implementing Boeing's
- I was going to forego that this morning because on every occasion you and I have had that conversation
- I look forward to having that conversation again. Thank you very much. Thank you.
- And I appreciate the conversation around how dedicated you are to... addressing a comprehensive safety
- I get the sense from our conversation and also your answers to questions today that you realize this,
Keywords:
Boeing, aviation safety, safety management system, military aviation, air traffic control, transparency, oversight, accountability
Summary:
The meeting primarily focused on significant safety concerns surrounding Boeing and its compliance with federal aviation standards. Lawmakers expressed frustration over the Army's failure to provide requested operational transparency regarding helicopter operations near Washington, D.C., amid recent incidents indicating a strained air traffic control situation. Several members called for reform in Boeing's oversight, emphasizing the need for a robust safety culture and mandatory safety management systems to prevent future disasters like the 737 MAX crashes. The discussions were passionate, with survivors and families impacted by past accidents present, highlighting the urgency and seriousness of the issues at hand.