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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Current Texas law recognizes this injustice by allowing orders of nondisclosure for a limited set of
- We show you registered as Andrea Sparks, not on our watch, Texas. Yes, Chairman.
- Transportation Code.
- I'm here today on behalf of the Texas Probation Association in support of Senate Bill 663.
- I'm a director of a probation department in Texas. I've been in the business since 1996.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education Apr 24th, 2025
S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, in, in 2016, uh, Texas created new educational opportunities for the next generation of Texans by
- And lastly, the program partners with the Texas Institutions of Higher Education.
- Uh, so this bill aims to fix this oversight by amending the Texas Education Code to add the completion
- Since the pandemic, we've seen a rapid expansion in 4-day school weeks across Texas.
- I'm Steven Aemon from Disability Rights Texas here to support the legislation.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Revenue Stabilization and Tax Policy Dec 15th, 2025 at 09:14 am
Revenue Stabilization & Tax Policy Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- We might have defined something to match the Internal Revenue Code right now.
- We could redefine it to match what the Internal Revenue Code said on a different day.
- Especially in coding.
- They want to help a certain thing through the tax code, a certain activity.
- They just picked the wrong code.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider pending calendar business. Apr 30th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- , and Lujan, which improves direction from NOAA to improve the accuracy and timeliness of weather, water
- In Texas, the state legislature is considering legislation to have a referendum and have action.
- Actually, the voters of Texas decide whether Texas will be under Standard Time or Daylight Savings Time
- I hope in Texas we do see the referendum because I'd like to see the voters decide it, but with that
- Chairman, is foreign IUU fishing in the North Pacific and outside of Alaska's waters.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Honor the Texas flag. I pledge allegiance to thee. Texas, one state under God, one.
- That an individual born and raised in Texas has represented us not just here in Texas and in Houston
- Welcome to your Texas capital.
- To live without fear and to ensure that Texas remains a place of inclusivity and justice, Texas is home
- And warm Texas welcome to our friends from Nepal and from Nepalese society in, in, in Texas.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Governmental Oversight and Accountability Mar 18th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm a Floridian that recently relocated from Texas, a community health worker.
- interest in Israel, this trade encompasses many of Florida's most important economic sectors, such as water
- There's there's one delete all Amendment bar code 4, 6, 7, 8, 5, 0, by Senator leak.
- This the Lieutenant Governor of Texas is arguably more important than the governor of Texas.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Energy Finance and Policy Committee 3/5/26
Energy Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
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NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House State-Federal Relations and Veterans Affairs (01/17/2025)
State-federal Relations and Veterans Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Army at Fort Hood, Texas, working with the First Cavalry Division.
- It’s come up a couple times in terms of who do I call—whether there is someplace on a website, a QR code
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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Water Fund.
- The substitute constitutes dedication to the Water Fund. Committee substitute to HGR 7.
- This means that it will require active engagement with the Texas Water Development Board and the legislature
- It will be viewed in a historical context looking back that this is where Texas chose to meet one of
- Of Texas. Happy to take questions at this time.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Water Fund, was heard on May 7th.
- The Constitution's dedication to the Water Fund, uh, committee substitute to HJR 7 makes the following
- This means that it will require active engagement with Texas Water Development Board and legislature
- Uh, it will be viewed in a historical context looking back that this is where Texas chose to meet one
- of the biggest unmet needs in the state of Texas.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII Feb 25th, 2025
Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Rules Apr 28th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- south and going north, it keeps all of Plant City within the district until it gets over toward the water
- question would be, are you speaking of other states being states that has already passed this, like Texas
- Were we influenced by the mid-decade redistricting advocates in states like Texas, California, Virginia
- Were we influenced by the mid-decade redistricting advocates in states like Texas, California, Virginia
- So, And have an incredible, impeccable moral and ethical code.
Summary:
The Committee on Rules met with a quorum present and took up a presentation from the Governor’s office on proposed congressional reapportionment. Executive Office of the Governor counsel Mo Jazeel argued that mid-cycle congressional redistricting is legally permissible, that race should not be used in drawing districts, and that the Florida Fair Districts provisions are inconsistent with federal equal protection principles and, in the executive branch’s view, are inseverable. Jason Parada then presented the proposed map, explaining that it was drawn using 2020 census block data, with county growth estimates used only as a guide, and that the plan was designed to be race-neutral while also considering compactness, county and municipal boundaries, and other traditional redistricting criteria. He said the map keeps 48 counties and 382 municipalities whole, has compactness scores comparable to the current map, and makes the largest changes in South Florida, with some districts remaining unchanged and others reconfigured around population shifts and geographic boundaries.
Members questioned both presenters extensively about the legal basis for disregarding the Fair Districts Amendment, the use of partisan data, the absence of racial analysis, and whether the map truly reflects population growth. Jazeel said the executive branch’s position is that race-based provisions in the state constitution cannot be used if they conflict with the U.S. Constitution, and that the forthcoming U.S. Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Calais could further clarify the law. Parada said he did not use race in drawing the map, did use partisan information as one of several traditional criteria, and relied on 2020 census data for population equality. Senators also pressed him on who reviewed the map, why the public and legislators had limited time to review it, and whether the plan was intended to favor Republicans; Parada denied partisan intent and said he was the only person who moved lines on the map, though he consulted with other Executive Office of the Governor staff and counsel.
Several senators raised concerns that the map did not clearly reflect Florida’s recent population growth, that some districts remained highly irregular, and that the plan appeared to be based on a legal theory contingent on future court rulings. The presenters responded that congressional districts must be equal to the person, that growth estimates can only guide orientation rather than replace census data, and that the map was designed to preserve as much of the existing structure as possible while making the largest adjustments in South Florida. No vote or final action on the map was taken during the excerpted portion of the meeting, and the committee continued with questions and discussion.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Finance Sep 24th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- That great state of Texas that's near us, that we look to in a lot of ways, that third category, they
- We've even gone as far as to partner with organizations in Texas to help.
- In Lee County, Texas is, what, four miles from here?
- Legislation that would bolster the criminal justice code on the juvenile side, as well as attach the
- Quite literally, the juvenile code in New Mexico is weak.
TX
Texas 89th 1st C.S.
Senate Special Committee on Congressional Redistricting Jul 30th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Code Section 103.024, Senate Resolution 5, Senate Rule 11.20, issue one or more subpoenas to compel
- Texas has never been afraid to set legal precedents. The DOJ has threatened this state directly.
- But um, but we do know that this came first, but Historically, the way the Texas legislature, the Texas
- Code Section 103.024, Senate Resolution 5, and Senate Rule 11.20.
- Or organizations that had a presence in Texas and so Texas had the authority to compel the leadership
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Senate in Special Session D Apr 29th, 2026
Florida Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It was a color-coded red-and-blue map to detail how red-performing this map is.
- the map color-coded that you received?
- There were no other codes or colors other than the map. Is the same map that you received.
- It doesn't matter what happened in Texas. It doesn't matter what happened in California.
- We know when water flows, it nourishes everything it touches.
Summary:
The Senate convened in special session and took up Senate Bill 8D, later substituting identical House Bill 1D, to establish Florida’s congressional districts. The opening prayer and Pledge of Allegiance were followed by procedural remarks, then extensive floor discussion focused almost entirely on the redistricting proposal, its timing, and its legal basis. Senator Gaetz, explaining the bill, said the Governor had transmitted the map two days earlier, argued that mid-decade congressional redistricting is not prohibited by law, and said the Governor’s stated reasons were to address population growth and to draw race-neutral districts. He also said the legislature could accept, reject, or amend the proposal.
Much of the debate centered on the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent Louisiana decision and whether it affected Florida’s Fair Districts Amendment and the Voting Rights Act. Senators Smith, Rouson, Sharief, Polsky, Arrington, Bracey Davis, Bernard, Nathan, and others questioned the short notice, lack of public hearings, the use of partisan data, the absence of sworn testimony, and whether the map diluted minority voting strength or fragmented communities of interest. Gaetz repeatedly said he was not offering legal opinions, that the Governor’s counsel believed the Fair Districts race-based provisions were inconsistent with federal law, and that any legal challenge would be for the courts. He also said the Governor’s mapmaker reported using census and demographic data, along with political data as one of many inputs, and claimed the map’s compactness was comparable to the current map.
A motion by Senator Smith to temporarily postpone consideration of the bill failed on a 12-23 vote. After the Senate returned from a 30-minute break to review the new Supreme Court decision, debate continued. The chamber then substituted HB 1D for SB 8D, read the House bill, and advanced it to third reading. The transcript ends during debate on final passage, with Senators Rouson and Bernard speaking in opposition and arguing the map was procedurally rushed, legally vulnerable, and politically motivated.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-04-29 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It was a color-coded red-and-blue map to detail how red-performing this map is.
- the map color-coded that you received?
- There were no other codes or colors other than the map.
- It doesn't matter what happened in Texas. It doesn't matter what happened in California.
- We know when water flows, it nourishes everything it touches.
Summary:
The Senate convened in special session and took up Senate Bill 8D / House Bill 1D, which would establish Florida’s congressional districts. The sponsor, Sen. Gates, explained that the Governor had transmitted a redistricting plan two days earlier and argued that mid-decade redistricting is legally permissible, citing population growth and the Governor’s view that race-based districting is unconstitutional. Much of the floor time was spent in extended questioning about the process, the lack of public hearings compared with prior redistricting cycles, the use of population estimates from the Census/EDR/ACS, compactness scores, and whether the Governor’s office used partisan data or outside consultants. Gates repeatedly said he was relaying the Governor’s proposal and legal theory rather than offering his own legal opinion, and he said any constitutional challenge would be for the courts.
A major portion of the debate focused on the U.S. Supreme Court’s newly issued Calais decision and its implications for the Fair Districts Amendment and the Voting Rights Act. Senators questioned whether the decision struck down Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, whether it affected Florida’s constitutional ban on partisan gerrymandering, and whether the Legislature should postpone action to review the ruling. A motion to temporarily postpone the bill failed by voice vote and then by recorded vote, 12 yeas to 23 nays. Senators also raised concerns that the proposed map cracked minority communities, including Latino and Black populations in Central Florida and Tampa Bay, and that it would produce a heavily Republican-leaning map despite the state’s voter registration mix.
After debate on the Senate bill, the chamber substituted the identical House companion bill, read it a third time, and proceeded to final debate. Opponents argued the map was an illegal partisan gerrymander, was based on assumptions rather than verified data, and would likely lead to litigation. Supporters maintained that the Governor had authority to propose a congressional map, that the plan was race-neutral, and that the Legislature could accept, reject, or amend it. The transcript ends during continued debate on House Bill 1D, with no final vote shown in the excerpt.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Local Government Committee Apr 23rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Under the framework, randomized audits ensure compliance with health and safety codes, and the approach
- And because our lack of water means, whether this bill passes or not, that between 500,000 to 900,000
- This means if water conditions change, land can be returned to production in future years.
- This bill simply updates that program to allow the consideration of water constraints so that farmers
- And as we are seeking to solve some of our issues with water, the ability to be able to return those
Summary:
The Assembly Local Government Committee heard a full agenda of bills focused largely on housing, permitting reform, transportation governance, and local government finance. Early in the hearing, AB 24 by Assemblymember DeMaio proposed changing SANDAG board selection to give rural unincorporated areas a stronger voice; members raised concerns about the approach and local input, and the bill ultimately did not receive a second at the time it was heard. The chair later clarified that because no second was made, the bill was held rather than voted out, though the transcript also reflects confusion and later attempts to revisit the item.
Several housing and permitting bills advanced with committee amendments and broad support. AB 671 by Assemblymember Wicks would streamline restaurant permitting through self-certification and faster plan review; AB 920 by Assemblymember Caloza would require a centralized online portal for housing permit tracking in larger jurisdictions; AB 1061 by Assemblymember Kirk Silva would allow SB 9 housing in historic districts with limits to protect historic character; AB 818 by Assemblymember Anamarie FarÃas would streamline temporary manufactured housing after disasters; AB 660 by Assemblymember Wilson would tighten timelines and remedies for post-entitlement housing permits; AB 1308 by Assemblymember Hoover would allow third-party inspections for small residential projects if local inspections are delayed; and AB 1445 by Assemblymember Haney would expand downtown revitalization financing tools for mixed-use housing. Each of these measures drew support from housing, business, and industry groups, with some local-government and special-district stakeholders seeking continued amendments on certain bills.
The committee also approved AB 1156, which updates the solar use easement program to better accommodate renewable energy development on water-constrained agricultural lands, and AB 964, which would let local governments offset certain state mandate reimbursement debts against amounts the state owes them. AB 1223, by Assemblymember Wynn, would let Sacramento-area transportation authorities propose sales tax measures for portions of the county and keep revenues local; it advanced despite some transportation and taxpayer concerns. Consent items AB 36 and AB 1131 were also approved. Most bills were reported out on bipartisan votes, often with committee amendments and some members noting they would continue working on the measures in later committees.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Economic Development, Tourism, and Labor (1-22-26)
Economic Development, Tourism, & Labor
Transcript Highlights:
- Private waters in Kentucky.
- And getting back to Senator Wilson's question, Texas, it's a problem in Texas because they said if you
- And getting back to Senator Wilson's question, Texas, it's a problem in Texas because they said if you
- Whether waters feed in and out.
- And getting back to Senator Wilson's question, Texas, it's a problem in Texas because they said if you
Summary:
The Senate Standing Committee on Economic Development, Tourism, and Labor met with a quorum and first heard a brief presentation from Vice Chair Frommeyer on a resolution recognizing January as Kentucky Mentoring Month. She highlighted mentoring as important for personal, academic, and professional development and cited partnerships such as Northern Kentucky University’s Norse Network Hub and local community mentoring efforts.
The committee then took up Senate Bill 39, sponsored by Senator Gary Boswell, which would treat fish in private lakes and ponds as the property of the landowner and allow landowners to extend fishing rights by written or electronic permission. Boswell and supporter Jason Kenner argued the bill would strengthen property rights, reduce burdensome regulation, support selective harvest and stocking decisions, and could boost tourism, local economies, and aquaculture. Kenner also described bass fishing’s economic impact, youth fishing growth, and examples of tournaments and habitat projects in Kentucky. Boswell said the bill does not change fishing license requirements and does not alter invasive species rules except to clarify that largemouth bass, including F1 Florida bass, are not invasive.
Commissioner Rich Storm and other members raised concerns that the bill’s language could affect the Department of Fish and Wildlife’s fee-based funding, federal grant eligibility, enforcement authority, and creel-limit cases, especially if written permission on private waters were interpreted broadly. Senator Webb said she supported the idea of bass stocking but wanted more guardrails and a pilot approach. Senator Howell asked whether Boswell would consider further work on the language, but Boswell declined to accept a committee substitute or amendment at that time. The committee then voted 8-1 with one pass to report the bill favorably, and the chair announced the bill would be reported with favorable expression that it should pass.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Honor the Texas flag. I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.
- Brazoria County is where Texas began.
- The House of Representatives of the state of Texas joins citizens of Texas in remembering the life and
- On Texas Physicians Assistance Day we commend the Texas Academy of Physician Assistants and celebrate
- Wukashkhoot to the state of Texas and the Texas House with a big round of applause.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
- So you talk about affecting the weather, the skies, you're affecting the air, the soil, the water, water
- So these are in states like Texas, Idaho, New Mexico.
- So these are in states like Texas, Idaho, New Mexico.
- Any change in the DC lands and waters.
- And I seating taking place in Texas.
Bills:
HB60
Keywords:
geoengineering, weather modification, environmental safety, atmospheric pollutants, criminal pollution, Meeting Start: 00:00:02
Roll Call: 00:00:08
26 RS HB 60 - AN ACT relating to geoengineering: 00:01:35
Department of Corrections Update: 00:32:59
Kentucky Parole Board Update: 01:19:21, 958, all