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WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Select Committee on Civic Health Jun 25th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- very much in parallel with the Project for Civic Health, which is the joint partnership of the Evans School
- an acronym standing for what I don't recall, but it was basically a Ruckelshaus Center and Evans School
- If there are no further comments, would any of you object to me representing to the Evans School that
- Legislators and anybody that's interested in becoming more civilly disciplined.
- That we could task the Evans School also to reach out to states that have been long-term held by one
Summary:
The Joint Select Committee on Civic Health met to discuss next steps for its work on civic health, including related efforts by the Project for Civic Health and a proposed Evans School research survey of legislators. The chair reviewed the committee’s mandate and described ongoing partner initiatives, including shared principles of engaging with respect, seeking common ground, and disagreeing constructively. Members generally supported the Evans School proposal, though one member asked how the project would measure success, and the chair said the goal was to gather broad input from legislators on strengths, weaknesses, and future directions.
A major portion of the meeting focused on a draft committee statement condemning political violence. Members agreed to remove the word “crazed” from the description of a recent assassination, with concerns raised that the term implied irrationality and could stigmatize disability. Members also suggested broadening the language to include non-abusive and productive dialogue, and replacing or supplementing “pray” with more inclusive wording; the final phrasing settled on “hope and pray.” The committee also briefly debated whether to describe the United States as a democracy or a representative republic, ultimately agreeing on “representative democratic republic” and approving the statement for posting and distribution, with several members still needing to provide digital signatures.
The rest of the meeting was an open discussion about how to improve civility and relationship-building in the Legislature. Members emphasized the value of in-person meetings, shared meals, mentoring newer legislators, and more intentional cross-party conversations. Several said there are fewer informal opportunities now than in the past, especially after the pandemic, and suggested ideas such as retreats, regular gatherings, and bringing in outside experts like the National Institute for Civil Discourse. The chair said he would relay the committee’s support for the Evans School survey and adjourned the meeting after noting the discussion had produced several constructive ideas for future work.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> our school. I choose not to have iPads. our school.
- school.
- school.
- </c> Medical School. He got rejected. Medical School. He got rejected.
- </c> educators in those specific disciplines. educators in those specific disciplines.
Committee:
Senate Education
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- Chairman, would suggest that each school district and charter schools shall adopt and implement a policy
- So middle schools will go first in this school year.
- So the start, the beginning of the school day bell to the end of school day bell.
- to middle school.
- But again, if a discipline. to start in middle school and phase it up.
Committee:
Senate House Judiciary
Keywords:
cannabis, cannabis packaging, cannabis labeling, cannabis regulation, Cannabis Control Division, adulterated cannabis, artificial color additive, food dye, youth appeal, minor appeal, child-resistant packaging, black-and-white packaging, edibles, product labeling, consumer protection, marijuana, hemp, dispensary, licensed cannabis business, cannabis manufacturer
Summary:
The committee first briefly discussed House Bill 95, which would create an additional judgeship in the Second Judicial District. Members noted it was being aligned with the Senate version so the House and Senate bills would match. An amendment was adopted to also include the new First Judicial District judgeship that had been added earlier in the session, and the bill then received a do pass recommendation as amended.
The committee then heard Senate Bill 23, which would require school districts and charter schools to adopt and implement policies banning wireless communication devices during the school day, with exceptions for educational purposes, emergencies, and health care needs. The sponsors and Public Education Department officials said the bill was intended to reduce classroom distractions, improve student focus and mental health, and support teachers, and the Office of Broadband explained that $1 million from an existing education technology fund would help schools implement storage solutions such as lockers or pouches. Supporters included representatives from New Mexico Kids Can, Albuquerque Public Schools, and the Higher Education Department; there was no opposition testimony.
Committee members raised concerns about the bill’s definition of “school day,” the three-year phase-in, local control, and whether the funding and storage requirements were necessary. After debate, the committee adopted a motion to strike Section 4, which contained the phase-in schedule, and then voted to report the bill do pass as amended. Members also discussed whether the bill should be more direct and immediate, but sponsors said the phased approach and funding were intended to improve chances of passage and implementation.
Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 246, which would add licensure and inspection requirements for massage therapy establishments to address safety, sanitation, and concerns about illegal activity such as prostitution and human trafficking. The sponsor and Regulation and Licensing Department said the bill would close a regulatory gap and allow inspections of establishments, while the massage therapy industry supported the rulemaking being left to the board. Members questioned the breadth of the bill, including inspection timing, the impact on legitimate businesses, and language that could unintentionally bar people from licensure for past conduct. The committee worked through amendments to narrow those provisions, including adding “for compensation” and limiting certain denial language to conduct after the bill’s effective date, and the sponsor accepted those changes.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Paul public schools.
- We have one of the top to school.
- </c><00:20:38.320><c> Modernizing</c> the School of Dentistry. Modernizing the School of Dentistry.
- Again, we are the only dental school in Minnesota and also the only dental school between here and the
- Again, we are the only dental school in Minnesota and also the only dental school between here and the
Committee:
House Capital Investment
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- And I appreciate them looking into that for those schools and those students.
- And I appreciate them looking into that for those schools and those students.
- this, because we've seen in the past what we're trying to do to certain situations regarding our schools
- this, because we've seen in the past what we're trying to do to certain situations regarding our schools
- House Bill 2877 is built in the same image: responsible, disciplined, and focused on protecting Missouri
Committee:
House Government Efficiency
Summary:
The Committee on Government Efficiency met in executive session and voted several bills due pass. House Bill 3136 passed 13-1, House Bill 2506 passed 14-0, and House Bill 1758 passed 14-0 after brief comments, including one member stating he would vote present because the issue divided the public. The committee then took up House Bill 2278, which was combined with House Bill 2403 in a House Committee Substitute. Members discussed and adopted a committee substitute and amendment creating an appeals board for MSHSAA-related eligibility disputes, with supporters saying it would provide a final, independent appeal option for students and parents and opponents raising concerns about process, timing, and gubernatorial appointments. The substitute for House Bill 2278 and 2403 was adopted and voted do pass 11-7, with several members voting no over concerns about independence and government oversight of a nonprofit.
The committee then held a public hearing on House Bill 2877, which would create a new unemployment administration adjustment fund funded by a small portion of employer unemployment contributions, capped at $10 million annually, to reduce reliance on general revenue for administering unemployment insurance. Representative Voss said the bill would not raise employer costs or affect benefits, and Division of Employment Security Director Alan Andrews testified in support, saying the measure would help avoid general revenue exposure and keep the program self-sustaining. Members asked about the effect in a recession, the relationship to federal funds, and whether the proposal could become a precedent for other funds; no opposition testimony was offered.
The committee also heard House Bill 3428, a cleanup bill to move expired dormant funds back to general revenue. The sponsor said several funds had expired and were no longer in use, though some accounts had already been renewed or were still active and would be removed by amendment. Members questioned whether the affected agencies had been contacted and whether some of the money should instead be renewed or used for the original purposes; the sponsor said she was open to discussion, but the bill as presented was intended to reclaim expired balances. No one testified in opposition, and the hearing concluded without a vote on the bill in the transcript.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Section 9 clarifies that school districts, charter schools, and American Indian-controlled schools and
- in the previous absent from school in the previous school school school year<00:18:27.000><c> section
- </c> schools or tribal uh contract schools schools or tribal uh contract schools are are are eligible
- school or tribal school District charter school or tribal school um<00:21:40.640><c> in</c><00:21:41.120
- </c><01:09:55.360><c> School</c> superintendent district school School superintendent district school
Committee:
Senate Education Policy
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Health Policy Mar 18th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Diabetes information will be provided to the school districts, school boards, and charter schools through
- charter schools.
- Now that we have universal school choice, many other schools are participating with state dollars.
- and once in high school.
- of high school.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- we go out to visit the schools.
- </c> 50% if they're part-time in a school. 50% if they're part-time in a school.
- </c> in our elementary schools at all. in our elementary schools at all.
- brings to our schools.
- </c> associated members to ensure school associated members to ensure school school<01:23:01.199><c>
Committee:
Senate Education Finance
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I said they do at schools, they do this and he said, but not always.
- We study the most vulnerable markets in human trafficking, which has sadly led to the schools and the
- I used to work directly with queer and trans teens in an after school program.
- The last 22 years of my career were working with middle school and high school students.
- They might isolate children from schools and friends.
Bills:
HB 2646 , HB 3941 , HB 5153 , HB 5155 , HB 5394 , HB 1106 , HB 426 , HB 4529 , HB 3984 , HB 4273 , HB 1097 , HB 3940 , HB 1941 , HB 4377 , HB 3153
Committee:
House Human Services
Keywords:
child care, task force, high-quality care, affordability, prekindergarten partnerships, foster care, transitional living, Medicaid reform, youth assistance, independent living, services for youth, employment training, educational support, mental health services, health care, public health, child health program, reimbursement, local health entities, maternal health
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, you know, we've all been hearing, I think, a lot of consternation from our school districts about
- , and the school district is looking at at dramatically increasing class size.
- and around Title One schools and what's happening with the Department of Education, which is too much
- We have multiple disciplines, multiple disciplines with 46 different levels.
- You're thinking about schools.
Committee:
House Intergovernmental Affairs
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
April 1, 2025 - 12:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- requirements to school perimeters and door security measures.
- We encourage schools to educate students on these important topics.
- It school personnel participating in scholarship programs.
- It prohibits public schools, charter schools, school district administrators, or direct support organizations
- our children in school, it has gotten horrible.
Summary:
The Pre-K Through 12 Budget Subcommittee met with a quorum and considered four bills. CS/HB 1403, by Rep. Yeager, would allow child care facilities to participate in the school guardian program and clarify school perimeter and door security requirements. An amendment clarifying that private security companies would pay for training was adopted, and the bill was reported favorably 11-0. CS/HB 447, the Evan B. Hartzell Act by Rep. Salzman, would provide guidance for schools that choose to teach disability history and awareness during the first two weeks of October, including age-appropriate instruction by grade band. The bill received supportive testimony from advocates and was reported favorably 11-0.
CS/HB 257, by Reps. Chambliss and Tramont, would expand on a prior pilot program to allow video cameras in certain self-contained classrooms serving nonverbal students and others with significant disabilities, as a safeguard against abuse and to improve accountability. The bill drew strong support from parents and disability advocates describing abuse concerns, and it was reported favorably 13-0. CS/HB 1255, by Vice Chair Trabulsy, was a broad education bill addressing teacher shortages, scholarship program screening, health and math instruction, corporal punishment policy, and restrictions on spending public funds on organizations tied to discrimination or political/social activism. A major focus of debate was the bill’s human embryologic development instruction and related video language, with supporters calling it science-based and opponents warning it could be medically inaccurate or ideological. After the sponsor said she would amend some language, including removing ABCTE-related text and clarifying the video language, the bill was reported favorably 12-1. The meeting then adjourned.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, we do have 15 mph speed limits for school zones at certain times of the day.
- Lambert said he does not track school zone speed limits and could not give a number.
- </c> they'd be subject to discipline they'd be subject to discipline um<01:48:33.240><c> opposed</c><
- Again, it's just another rule that unfortunately not everybody applies to, like school bus lights.
- </c> like school bus lights. like school bus lights.
Committee:
House Transportation
Summary:
House Transportation opened public hearings on three Senate bills and discussed a fourth scheduling issue. On SB 499, which would change Traffic Safety Commission reporting requirements, the sponsor’s representative said the bill would require annual aggregated data on the causes of traffic collisions in New Hampshire and recommendations to address them. Members asked about the added Trauma Medical Review Committee seat, and a representative explained that it is a longstanding state board of emergency and trauma professionals; the bill had already been amended and passed unanimously earlier in the process.
On SB 500, concerning restroom access for certain commercial motor vehicle operators, the sponsor and trucking-industry supporters said the measure arose from concerns raised by female truck drivers and was intended to require larger commercial facilities with available public or employee restrooms to allow truck drivers to use them when there are no public safety concerns. Supporters from the New Hampshire Motor Transport Association said driver shortages make it important to recruit and retain women, and that lack of bathroom access is a significant barrier. Committee members asked about the scope of the problem and whether the issue affected male and female drivers differently.
The committee then heard SB 559, which would reduce the minimum allowable speed limit on locally controlled roads. Supporters, including bicyclists and the Bike-Walk Alliance, testified that lower speeds improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers, citing personal crash experiences and national guidance supporting lower urban speed limits where warranted by traffic or engineering studies. They emphasized the bill would not mandate lower limits statewide but would give towns local discretion. Members questioned whether the group would support 15 mph limits and how congestion and travel-time concerns were weighed. A Department of Transportation official testified neutrally, saying the agency had no formal position but had concerns about public perception and possible spillover to unnumbered state roads. The chair also noted an earlier scheduling problem that prevented immediate executive action on a bill until later in the day.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- These test scores are valuable for high school students and how schools are evaluated by the state, and
- None of us went through the COVID pandemic while still in school.
- It's a practical way to help kids navigate school, you know.
- It's a practical way to help kids navigate school and relationships and stress.
- House Bill 2320, relating to school bond elections.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- These test scores are valuable for high school students and how schools are evaluated by the state, and
- It was the right thing to do, relating to school assessment accountability.
- None of us went through the COVID pandemic while still in school.
- It's a practical way to help kids navigate school, you know.
- House Bill 2320, relating to school bond elections, was read.
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the journal, and announced that several House messages and Senate bills had been transmitted to the governor. Members also noted a planned recess to recognize the University of Arizona men’s basketball team later in the morning. The chamber then moved into Committee of the Whole to consider bills on multiple calendars.
On Calendar 4, House Bill 2812, dealing with accumulated sick leave payments and compensation/insurance issues, received a do-pass recommendation after an amendment, but it later failed on third reading by a vote of 15-11. House Bill 2032, on school assessment accountability and testing, was amended with a floor change extending a timeline from four to six weeks and then passed 26-0 on third reading. House Bill 2033, also on school assessment accountability and written versus digital testing, drew debate over a Diaz floor amendment limiting written-test authority to grades 3-8; the amendment failed on a 15-10 division vote, and the bill then received a do-pass recommendation and passed the Senate. House Bill 293, relating to school curricula and mental health instruction requirements, prompted extended floor debate, with supporters arguing it preserved evidence-based mental health and social-emotional learning instruction for students; it passed 16-10. House Bill 4033, concerning education bond elections, also passed 16-10.
In a second Committee of the Whole, members considered House Bill 2016 on tax administration and late filing penalties, House Bill 2140 on depository state money and financial institutions, House Bill 2308 on the State Board of Dental Examiners, House Bill 2320 on school district bonds and financial advisors, House Bill 2439 on public health and exempting certain submissions, and House Bill 2873 on competitive bidding. HB 2320 was retained on the calendar, while the others received do-pass recommendations, with HB 2439 and HB 2873 amended. HB 2873 generated the most debate: a Bullock floor amendment added an emergency clause, and supporters said the measure was needed to allow withdrawal of referendum petitions before ballot qualification, while opponents argued it would undercut the referendum process and voter rights, especially in the Marana data center dispute. The amended bill ultimately received a do-pass recommendation.
The Senate then adopted the Committee of the Whole reports, including a failed attempt by Senator Diaz to add her HB 2033 amendment back into the report by roll call (10-16). After third readings, HB 2032 and HB 293 passed, while HB 2812 failed. The chamber then recessed to honor the University of Arizona men’s basketball team with a proclamation recognizing its 2026 Final Four appearance and Big 12 championships. The Senate later reconvened briefly, received committee announcements, and adjourned until Monday, April 13, 2026.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Seclusion Working Group - 10/08/25
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Tobacco Settlement Revenue Oversight Nov 14th, 2025
Tobacco Settlement Revenue Oversight Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- When you look at the data, with 110,000 high school students in the state, 263 high school students trained
- Less than 1% of high school youth are engaged.
- So if there were a group of schools or a school district that wanted to adopt this curriculum, it would
- So the rest of those must be charter high schools.
- From New Mexico public school health schools. If you look, I also tried to qualify that.
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development May 7th, 2026
Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture & Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
- and trying to get the foreign seafood out of the schools.
- Do we have enough shrimp here to meet the needs of our schools and restaurants?
- Could we meet the needs of our restaurants and schools?
- But there's nothing we can do to make Louisiana buy locally first for the school systems?
- We have almost a 400-acre experiment station right down from the school.
Summary:
The House Committee on Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development met to approve the October 3, 2024 interim minutes and then took up two resolutions. HCR 205, by Representative Kerner, urged USDA to use its Commodity Procurement Program to purchase domestic Louisiana shrimp. Supporters said shrimpers are facing very low prices, full cold storage, and an urgent need for federal purchases to stabilize the market and help local processors and fishermen. Commissioner Mike Strain explained that USDA commodity purchases can support schools, nursing homes, and food banks, and members discussed the need for cold storage, marketing, and better promotion of local seafood. The resolution was reported favorably without objection. The committee also considered HCR 188, which memorializes Congress to oppose any federal farm bill language that could negatively affect the use of hunting dogs; members said the provision had raised concerns about field trials, scent hounds, and hunting practices, and the resolution was also reported favorably without objection.
The committee then received a presentation from Southern University Ag Center and College of Agriculture leadership, led by interim president and chancellor Orlando McMeans and Executive Vice Chancellor Calvin Walker. They outlined the center’s research, teaching, and extension work, including medicinal cannabis research, beef cattle and smart ranching, viticulture, aquaculture, precision agriculture, food and nutrition, and support for small farmers and K-12 dual enrollment. They highlighted scholarship and enrollment programs, including USDA-supported 1890 scholars and JAG Stars, as well as partnerships with LSU and USDA. They also described major facility projects, including a high-tech meat processing facility, research labs, a vineyard, and a proposed 1,300-bed disaster shelter/mega shelter at the experiment station.
Members asked questions about meat-cutting and processing training, cattle genetics, and the shelter’s use when not needed for disasters. Southern officials said the new processing facility is intended to support training and workforce development, and that the shelter could also be used for events such as weddings, graduations, and agricultural activities. The committee expressed appreciation for the presentation and the work of the Ag Center. Representative Broussard then moved to adjourn, and the committee adjourned.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c> involved Educators it involved School involved Educators it involved School boards<00:02:18.360>
- </c><00:20:31.400><c> be</c><00:20:31.640><c> required</c> school year all schools will be required school
- MDE and Carrie coordinated some focus groups consisting of school districts and public charter schools
- Paul Public School teachers who are working on their professional learning in the 2024-25 school year
Committee:
Senate Education Finance
VA
Transcript Highlights:
- House Resolution 74, commending the James Wood High School girls volleyball team. Mr.
- High School girls volleyball team. The delegate has the floor. Mr.
- Over 14 years ago, John began his tenure at New Kent High School as a science teacher.
- In both the 2021-2022 and 2024-2025 school years, John was elected by his fellow regional high school
- How about violent battery of a school employee? Try to get rid of that mandatory minimum.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- could see some decreases in the diesel tax, and as you all know, those taxes support the valuable school
- Those severance taxes remain in the JRA and benefit the Foundation School Program and other general-purpose
- And that is because the oil and gas industry has shifted to this capital discipline model where they're
- Other countries are saying, "Stay home, don't go to work, don't go to school."
- briefly went negative in oil price, and a lot of companies had to relearn the lessons of capital discipline
Committee:
House Energy Resources