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NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Science, Technology and Telecommunications Sep 22nd, 2025
Science, Technology & Telecommunications Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- We had a small farm in Missouri, and so we like the rural part of the state.
- And students, it's a small program.
- You know, paleontology is a very small field with not very many job opportunities, you know. So.
- All these programs are small, and they're not designed, and it's impossible.
- So I have to be honest, it's a small program, but it is worthwhile to have. Let me put it that way.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate Special Committee on Congressional Redistricting Jul 26th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Now even small storms flood faster and angrier.
- Districts 9, 18, and 29 alone, we represent over 233 businesses, including both major corporations and small
- Our small minority suppliers and entrepreneurs need representatives who understand their challenges.
- For Houston specifically, districts like the 9th, 18th, and 29th have been crucial advocates for small
- We can be an entire ecosystem that helps small businesses thrive.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- It's a very small portion if you take the people that are actually commuting from Juarez.
- But as far as overall, it would be very small because they pay a higher rate if they pay out of country
- And so the $100 or $150 increase over time would be a small portion of that.
- We have a small minimal number of... out-of-state students you have to consider.
- Hurley, I grew up in a little small town in Kentucky, and here we both are.
Bills:
HB42, HB 125, HB 1233, HB2853, HB3148, HB3326, HB3701, HB4066, HB4361, HB4762, HB4909, HB4912, HB42, HB125
Keywords:
higher education, funding, financial allocation, state budget, Texas A&M University, University of Houston, education funding, medical education, osteopathic medicine, healthcare workforce, Tarleton State University, industry-recognized credentials, workforce development, career opportunities, feasibility study, student fees, university funding, student union, education, UT El Paso
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Steven Bradbury, of Virginia, to be Deputy Secretary of Transportation. Feb 20th, 2025 at 08:30 am
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- there were questions on the merits about which entities it should apply to and how it might apply to small
- businesses or small entities.
- We certainly know how important it is to small and medium communities across the country, and clearly
- We should be supporting American small businesses and workers.
- workforce and try to target clear goals on things like public safety, and I think in terms of our small
Keywords:
transportation, air traffic control, safety regulations, Boeing 737 MAX, Department of Transportation, infrastructure funding, public safety, legislative oversight
Summary:
The committee meeting addressed several pressing issues concerning transportation, particularly focusing on the need for improved safety standards and efficient management at the Department of Transportation. Specific discussions revolved around air traffic control, with members highlighting the urgency for a significant upgrade in systems and personnel. Notably, concerns were raised regarding past practices, especially the handling of safety regulations during the Boeing 737 MAX incidents. The committee expressed a clear intent to ensure rigorous safety oversight moving forward, emphasizing that the health and safety of the public must remain the top priority in all legislative and funding decisions.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Senate Organization Session Nov 19th, 2024
Florida Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It's a small supply of tissues. What do you get the person who really doesn't need anything?
- Our small, tight-knit legacy communities are filled with some of the nicest, hardworking people you will
- As a small business owner and former president and CEO of the Seminole County Chamber of Commerce, Senator
- Working together, we have cut taxes, we've broken down barriers so small businesses can grow and our
- They had a small beach cottage for vacations in northwest Florida.
Summary:
The Florida Senate convened for its organizational session with prayer, presentation of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem, followed by a moment of silence for the mother of Senator Fine. The chamber then received special guests and administered oaths to newly elected senators after reading certificates of election from the Secretary of State. Tracy Campbell Cantella was nominated and unanimously elected Secretary of the Senate, then sworn in. Ben Albritton was nominated, seconded, and elected as President of the Senate for the 2024–2026 term, and Jason Brodeur was later nominated, seconded, and elected President Pro Tempore. Both leaders were sworn in and delivered extended remarks about faith, service, Florida’s economy and education, hurricane recovery, insurance, rural communities, agriculture, water quality, Israel, veterans, and the need for data-driven, accountable government.
After the leadership elections, the Senate adopted its rules for the new term and authorized the Secretary to make technical and conforming changes. The chamber also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 2-O-RG, which establishes the joint rules of the Florida Legislature for 2024–26. A committee was appointed to notify the House that the Senate had convened for organization, and the committee later reported back that the House had been informed. The Senate then received a communication from the Democratic caucus certifying that Senator Jason Pizzo was elected Democratic leader and Senator Tracie Davis Democratic leader pro tempore for the term.
The session included additional remarks recognizing Senate staff and security personnel, as well as tributes to the late John Pasidomo and a moment of silence for him. The meeting concluded with a performance of “Amazing Grace,” brief closing comments, and an attempted motion to adjourn sine die that was briefly tabled until the House confirmed it was convened and ready to transact business. The Senate then adjourned sine die.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 069 Mar 24th, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Finance (01/23/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- There are small communities who can't do this alone.
- to have that small out to get other donors to see this as a public-private partnership.
- um reiterate uh this is a small um reiterate uh this is a small investment<01:16:37.920>
that - We sell wholesale to the local co-ops and small grocery stores.
- We sell wholesale to the local co-ops and small grocery stores.
Summary:
The Finance Committee held a hearing on several bills and announced at the outset that no votes would be taken because the measures would go to divisions later. The first major bill, HB 197, would require the state to pay 7.5% of political subdivision employer pension contributions for teachers, police officers, and firefighters. Representative Mike Edgar, the prime sponsor, argued the state had repeatedly reduced and then eliminated its promised share of retirement costs, shifting the burden to municipalities and property taxpayers. He said the bill would partially restore that commitment and provide relief to local governments, businesses, and taxpayers.
Several witnesses testified in support of HB 197, including Representative John Cluder, Bradford selectman Marlene Fryer, the New Hampshire Municipal Association’s Margaret Burns, and Epping representative Mark Fone. Supporters said the bill would help with property tax pressure, school budgets, and municipal hiring, and they emphasized that much of the retirement cost reflects unfunded liability decisions made at the state level rather than by local governments. Committee members questioned whether the bill would change local incentives to control costs and how it would affect hiring and compensation. Burns said the state contribution would function as property tax relief because it offsets existing municipal expenses, and she noted the state is already on a long-term schedule to pay down the retirement system’s unfunded liability.
After closing the hearing on HB 197, the committee opened a hearing on HB 97, introduced by Representative Tom Buco. He said the bill would continue funding for delayed and deferred wastewater projects and help municipalities finance expensive wastewater infrastructure, which he tied to housing development and local debt planning. No action or votes were taken on either bill during the hearing.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
JHA Public Hearing - Thu Feb 27, 2025 @ 2:00 PM HST
Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- development building to support small development building to support small businesses<01:32:34.800
- I am a sailboat owner at the Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor.
- we've done was the closure of the small we've done was the closure of the small booat<02:36:06.439
- uh specifically out in wani I small uh specifically out in wani I small booat<02:36:13.319>
Harbor - uh for these large companies small uh for these large companies small operators<02:59:10.760>
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on several measures. On HB 211 relating to stream maintenance, DLNR supported the intent but requested amendments to clarify that responsibility for removing abandoned property rests with the entity that has jurisdiction or ownership of the stream, and asked for appropriations to help cover cleanup costs. Members discussed existing county authority to clean streams and then seek reimbursement from private owners, and the City and County of Honolulu’s written testimony was noted as arguing the bill conflicts with a federal court stipulation requiring notice and storage of personal property before disposal.
On HB 502 relating to land use, OPSD and the Land Use Commission supported the bill’s intent but raised concerns about the short timeline and the need for rule changes, with OPSD recommending a more permanent county plan-based district boundary amendment process instead of a temporary one. The Department of Agriculture asked counties to make concurrent revisions to ordinances and rules affecting agricultural land partitioning. Testimony also noted the bill is aimed at legacy agricultural subdivisions and would require Land Use Commission rulemaking.
On HB 510 relating to declaration of water shortage and emergency, DLNR and the Board of Water Supply strongly supported the measure, saying it would give CWRM a more timely tool to respond to emergencies outside designated water management areas and would require rulemaking, permit classifications, and criteria for declaring shortages. In response to opposition concerns from the Land Use Research Foundation and the Hawaii Farm Bureau, DLNR said the rulemaking process would allow public input and that permit classifications could help balance agricultural and other water uses. On HB 511 relating to public lands, DLNR, the Department of Agriculture, and Hawaii Farm Bureau supported removing the survey requirement before setting aside public lands between state agencies, saying it would speed Act 90 transfers and save time and money, though one testifier cautioned against misuse of agricultural lands. No votes were taken during the excerpted portion of the meeting.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- There's a lot of that going on, which means small lots and small houses.
- In addition to leading Safe Haven, my husband and I are raising our three small children in the small
- In addition to leading Safe Haven, my husband and I are raising our three small children in the small
- In addition to leading Safe Haven, my husband and I are raising our three small children in the small
- In addition to leading Safe Haven, my husband and I are raising our three small children in the small
Bills:
SB1
Keywords:
campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards
Summary:
The committee heard a Legislative Budget Board presentation and then testimony from the Department of Public Safety on the Article 5 public safety budget. LBB said DPS’s 2026-27 recommendation totals $3.7 billion, down from the prior base, while FTEs rise by 856.7. Major items included increased funding for driver license services and customer support, new trooper funding and recruit schools, crime lab operations, border security, and reductions tied to one-time facility, vehicle, and aircraft spending. The committee also discussed new riders, including one to lapse unused trooper funds and require reporting after recruit schools.
Members focused heavily on driver license operations, questioning why prior staffing increases and a prior efficiency study had not solved long wait times, high call abandonment, and appointment delays. DPS and LBB said the agency receives about 22,000 calls per day, answers only about 9 percent, and is seeking more staff plus technology upgrades such as automation, kiosks, and better online processing. Senators also raised concerns about rural access, REAL ID document requirements, and whether the department should rethink its processes rather than simply add employees.
DPS leadership then described needs for the Williamson County training academy, additional troopers, Capitol and Alamo security, border operations, aircraft and vehicle replacement, and regional headquarters in El Paso and San Antonio. Members asked about Operation Lone Star costs, overtime, pursuit safety, border crime, oilfield theft, and sexual assault kit and toxicology backlogs. DPS said border deployments remain focused on criminal threats, that overtime is partly driven by deployments and staffing shortages, and that the sexual assault kit backlog is down to 118 cases with a goal of zero by April. The committee later recessed and began the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission budget presentation, where LBB outlined a $115.1 million recommendation and noted ongoing costs for the AIMS technology project.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Executive Departments and Administration (01/15/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- while don't don't sweat the small while don't don't sweat the small stuff<00:03:41.560>
representative - Danielle and Cheryl — so a small little group.
- have AAR large amount of cash or a small have AAR large amount of cash or a small amount<04:21:44.119
- We also look at how the asset class has, let's say, for example, if you're at small-cap stocks, small
- We also look at how the asset class has, let's say, for example, if you're at small-cap stocks, small
Summary:
The committee held an orientation for new and returning members of the House committee on agencies and administration, with introductions from members and staff. Chair Carol Maguire outlined her expectations for hearings: keep questions focused on the bill, be respectful to witnesses, and use the committee’s orientation opportunities to learn about the jail staff, retirement system, and Office of Professional Licensure. Members also discussed related assignments on other bodies, including the Joint Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules and the Joint Committee on Employee Classification, and noted that some members already serve on those panels.
A substantial portion of the meeting focused on the State Building Code and the committee’s upcoming workload. Members explained how the state code is intended to provide a common baseline while allowing limited local options, and why municipalities must formally adopt and publish any local amendments. They reviewed several anticipated bills: a consolidation bill to gather building-code enforcement materials in one place, a bill to update the state energy code, a bill to restrict municipal adoption of building-code changes, and a bill to update the electrical code. Members also discussed how building codes apply to older homes and commercial buildings, and why code updates are important for safety and clarity.
The chair said the committee had 36 bills currently scheduled, including many early bills that must move by March 6 because they will be heard by two committees. She said the committee would use subcommittees for harder bills, with three subcommittees this year: pensions, licensing, and likely state building code. She also outlined the hearing schedule, including lighter bills on February 12 and the expectation of executive sessions later in the month. No votes were taken during the orientation, but members were told that public hearings do not require a quorum and that hard copies of bills would be distributed by committee staff.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- And again, I'll explain later how this does not deal with small people with small amounts.
- We're not looking at somebody who happens to have a small micro dose or a small dose.
- people with small not deal with small people with small amounts.<05:47:55.600>
This <05:47:55.840 - to have a small micro dose or a small to have a small micro dose or a small dose.<05:48:33.840><
- caught up who just has a very very small caught up who just has a very very small amount.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Criminal Justice and Public Safety (02/12/2025)
Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
- rural area where if you live in a small rural area where you<03:25:24.520>
you <03:25:24.720>< - My research showed that the tip of a pencil lead—that small little tip—of fentanyl can kill a child.
- I know that there were two small children in that house, and they were going to a local school.
- <05:32:17.760>
town worked another case in in a small town worked another case in in a small - of feny that it takes to kill a small of feny that it takes to kill a small child<05:33:46.440><
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- <01:14:34.840>
fix 15 in the end so that's a small fix 15 in the end so that's a small fix - <01:59:48.119>
facilities particularly for these small facilities particularly for these small - Many terminations are avoided, and only a small portion of appeals are adjudicated.
- Many terminations are avoided, and only a small portion of appeals are adjudicated.
- Many terminations are avoided, and only a small portion of appeals are adjudicated.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti / Sen. Adrian Cortes Media Availability Dec 4th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- I believe by supporting this legislation, it's helping working-class families, it's helping future small
- So I'm a small business owner.
- A lot of them actually want to own or build small businesses.
- I’m also the grandmother of small children, some of whom are in the public schools, and some of whom
Summary:
Treasurer and legislative supporters held a press event to announce pre-filing of legislation that would require financial education for Washington students as a graduation requirement. Treasurer said the goal is to give young people a foundational understanding of personal finance so they are not dependent on their parents’ money knowledge and can better navigate loans, credit, interest, taxes, housing, and other financial decisions. Senator Adrian Cortes said he is leading the effort in the Senate and described the bill as important for preparing students for adult life and supporting working families and future small business owners.
Testimony from an educator, a financial education nonprofit leader, and a credit union representative all backed the proposal. Vanessa Medina, a Vancouver public school teacher, said students need practical skills for student loans, car loans, leases, and job benefits. Christy Johnson said the financial system is increasingly complex and that financial literacy is a life skill and social justice issue, especially given the wealth gap and the pressures facing young people. Tracy Godat said her organization already has free materials and professional development ready for educators, and Joe Atomack said credit unions see the need every day and can help expand access through school branches and student work experience.
In response to questions, Cortes said the new bill differs from a previous House-passed version mainly by reducing reporting requirements and therefore lowering fiscal impact for districts and OSPI. He said the bill would align with the State Board of Education’s Future Ready process and could take effect by 2033 or earlier, depending on integration. The treasurer said the issue has broad bipartisan support and argued that Washington is behind other states in not already requiring financial education.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
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price is a small price is a small price for<00:29:39.520>the <00:29: - They’re fairly small.
- Um, yeah, the Cotton Valley Rail Trail in Wolfboro, they have these small little rail cars with small
- Um, yeah, the Cotton Valley Rail Trail in Wolfboro, they have these small little rail cars with small
- little um rail cars that these um small little um rail cars that with<02:58:46.880>
small <02:
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, Madam President. our small businesses and working family. our small businesses and working
- It's an issue that impacts our working families and our small businesses.
- our hardworking families and small our hardworking families and small businesses<02:49:42.880>
- because the communities are so small because the communities are so small that<03:34:40.160>
- Let's choose to invest in our workforce and small businesses.
- because the communities are so small because the communities are so small that<03:34:40.160>
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Municipal and County Government (02/27/2025)
Municipal and County Government
Transcript Highlights:
- suspicious is the one that's very small suspicious is the one that's very small because<01:49:47.239
- I think that in the case of a small reduction, you may have to cut some amount of services.
- The witness said that in the case of a small reduction, you may have to cut some amount of services.
- But what it boils down to is a fee gets, when you have a new house, they’re going to have a small fee
- What it boils down to is a fee gets, when you have a new house, they’re going to have a small fee in
MI
Transcript Highlights:
- Higher costs are crushing families across our communities, but they are also crushing small businesses
- action to make sure we're doing everything we can to reduce costs for individuals, but also these small
- Right now, because of those higher costs and higher premiums on health insurance, small businesses are
- With Senate Bill 1011 today, we can take action to reduce premiums for small business owners all across
- something simple that we can take action on today that will have meaningful impacts, not only for the small
Summary:
The Senate convened with an invocation, the Pledge of Allegiance, and attendance showing a quorum. Several senators were excused, and the chamber received communications including House Concurrent Resolution 8, which was referred to the Committee on Government Operations. The Senate also took up introductions and referrals of several bills, including Senate Bills 1078-1082 and House Bills 4727, 4728, 4729, 4959, 1545, 5254, 5255, 6071, 6072, and 6073, with most being referred to committees or, for some medical-debt and consumer-protection bills, sent to the Committee of the Whole by suspension of the rules.
In Committee of the Whole, the Senate considered Senate Bills 535, 536, 1011, 1041, 1042, and 1043. SB 535, 1041, 1042, and 1043 were amended, while SB 536 and 1011 were reported without amendment; all were recommended for passage. The Senate then concurred in the amendments and advanced the bills to third reading. On final passage, SB 433 passed 35-0; SB 535, 536, and 1011 each passed 35-0; and SB 1041, 1042, and 1043 each passed 20-15. Floor remarks focused on SB 1011 as a way to lower small-business health insurance premiums, and SBs 1041-1043 as anti-price-gouging measures during emergencies.
Later, the Senate discharged Senate Bill 913 from the Appropriations Committee, suspended the rules, and moved it through Committee of the Whole and to final passage the same day. SB 913, which amends the Michigan Trust Fund Act, passed 20-12 with 6 excused after Senator Albert argued in opposition that it would continue $75 million annual funding to the MEDC and amount to corporate welfare. The Senate then adjourned until Tuesday, June 30 at 10:00 a.m.
NY
Transcript Highlights:
- This is an act to amend the Real Property Tax Law in relation to creating the neighborhood small business
- This is an act to amend the Real Property Tax Law in relation to creating the neighborhood small business
- participation in city government, reducing the equal vote on the Board of Estimate to a relatively small
- participation in city government, reducing the equal vote on the board of estimate to a relatively small
- And again, I'm a small government.
Summary:
The Senate Standing Committee on Cities 1 met on May 14, 2026, with a quorum present and Chair Erik Bottcher presiding. The committee considered a series of bills affecting New York City and related tax, housing, and municipal issues. Early measures included a neighborhood small business rent increase exemption (S.1451A), notice to community boards before locating transitional housing (S.3884), a solar and energy storage tax abatement credit (S.4272A), towing protection enforcement (S.4793), safety policies and training for correction and health workers (S.543?), and a proposal to create the city of Staten Island (S.8578). Most of these bills were advanced to other committees after brief discussion and voice votes.
The most extensive debate centered on S.8578, which would incorporate Staten Island as a separate city. Senator Lanza argued that Staten Island has long been neglected by New York City, cited past referendums and historical grievances, and urged the committee to let the bill continue through the process. Chair Bottcher and other members responded that Staten Island is an important part of New York City and discussed housing, transit, environmental preservation, and the City of Yes zoning changes; several members said they did not support secession but were open to continued conversation about Staten Island’s needs. After debate, the bill was defeated in committee.
The committee also considered an artist housing preferences bill (S.9652), a facade-work tax abatement bill (S.9559), a parkland discontinuance measure (S.9987), and a credit/debit card surcharge prohibition bill (S.1005). S.9652, S.9559, S.9987, and S.1005 were reported out after voice votes. One homeless shelter placement bill (S.5554) failed. The meeting concluded after the final votes and adjournment.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Minnesota House OKs conference committee agreement on cannabis policy bill, SF2370 5/17/25
Transcript Highlights:
- breweries in Minnesota that otherwise would have gone out of business, which of course is good for small
- breweries in Minnesota that otherwise would have gone out of business, which of course is good for small
- is<00:09:29.680>
good <00:09:30.640>um <00:09:30.959>for <00:09:31.360>small - <00:09:31.680>
businesses course is good um for small businesses course is good um for small
Summary:
The House considered a Senate message announcing that the Senate had concurred in and adopted the conference committee report on Senate File 2370, the cannabis bill. Representative Stevenson moved adoption of the report and explained that the conference committee had largely retained House provisions while making additional changes, including directing the Office of Cannabis Management to return with a medical-market streamlining proposal, expanding testing capacity, and adding an expungement provision. Representative West also urged adoption, saying the bill improved the measure and moved Minnesota closer to a safe, tested, legal cannabis market.
During debate on the bill, West argued that the legislation was still too restrictive but would help create a functioning market, support hemp businesses, ease burdens on medical cannabis operators, and improve public safety and expungement outcomes. Stevenson emphasized the bill’s low-potency hemp beverage wholesaler licensing provisions, saying they would support Minnesota breweries and create a needed wholesaling segment in the cannabis supply chain. He also noted that the bill would generate some licensing revenue and help the state’s cannabis market develop more efficiently.
Members also discussed the importance of preserving the medical cannabis program for patients, including children with seizure disorders, and the need for clearer local control as cities and counties work with preliminary licensees before market launch. Hansen said local governments have key responsibilities under the legalization framework and warned that delays could affect the expected early 2025 launch. After debate, the House adopted the conference report, and the bill passed as amended by conference on an 80-50 vote, with its title agreed to.