Transcript Highlights:

• Independent research shows that allowing direct sales of EVs could spur zero-emission vehicle adoption
• Our Scope 1 and 2 goals require net zero or better by 2040, and our Scope 3 goal is carbon neutral or
• Our net zero or better by 2040, and our Scope 3 goal is carbon neutral or better by 2050.
• vehicles. ...and other private-sector transportation operators make the transition to low- and zero-emission
• reduce cost as the port looks to decarbonize their own fleet of vehicles and transition toward net zero

Committee: House Transportation

Keywords: 904, all

Transcript Highlights:

• There, however, that reduction doesn't equal zero, and as a priest of his faculty are for all of the
• There, however, that reduction doesn't equal zero, and as a priest of his faculty are for all of the
• There, however, that reduction doesn't equal zero, and as a priest of his faculty are for all of the
• There, however, that reduction doesn't equal zero, and as a result, his faculty are for all of the front-end
• If faculty are There, however, that reduction doesn't equal zero, and as a result, his faculty are for

Committee: Senate Higher Education

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• It's either a zero or a one. Quantum computers don't no longer have that.
• President, there are 49 yeas, zero nays.
• President, there are 49 yeas, zero nays.
• President, there are 49 ayes, zero nays.
• President, there are 49, yay, zero name.

Keywords: 904, all

Summary: The Senate considered and passed several bills, many of them after moving substitutes and suspending the rules to advance them directly to final passage. Second Substitute Senate Bill 6035, dealing with access to voting services for military, overseas, Native American, and disabled voters, was described as a civic engagement measure that would require county auditors and the Secretary of State to work with federally recognized tribes and explore a secure voting portal. Supporters emphasized outreach, access, and helping overseas and disabled voters; opponents raised concerns about online voting security, paper ballot integrity, and emerging technologies. The bill passed 38-19. Substitute Senate Bill 6034, which statutorily establishes the Governor’s Office on Indian Affairs, passed unanimously 49-0 after supporters said it would formally anchor an office that has existed for decades and better reflect the state’s government-to-government relationship with tribes. Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6247, on school district financial management and training, also passed 49-0 after an amendment was adopted to delay implementation and clarify funding for training. Supporters said the bill would help school boards, superintendents, and ESDs identify districts sliding toward financial distress and improve fiscal oversight. The Senate also passed Senate Bill 5922, giving school districts more flexibility to transfer unused school bus depreciation funds when declining enrollment means replacement buses may not be needed, and Senate Bill 6278, requiring ongoing review of teacher and principal preparation programs so training better matches classroom needs; both passed with broad support. Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6246, concerning emissions-intensive, trade-exposed facilities under the Climate Commitment Act, drew the most extended debate and passed 27-22 after a striking amendment was adopted and a proposed reporting amendment was rejected. Supporters said it creates a framework for future emissions allowance reductions while protecting jobs and competitiveness; opponents warned it would drive mills and other industrial employers out of Washington. The Senate also passed Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5906, the SAFE Act limiting ICE access to non-public areas of schools, colleges, health care facilities, daycares, and similar sites without a warrant, after adopting amendments related to model policies and union notification; supporters framed it as a safety and due process measure, while opponents called it an attempt to obstruct federal law enforcement. Finally, Substitute Senate Bill 5905, addressing PERS membership for certain port workers in federal railroad retirement plans, passed 49-0 as a technical pension fix.

Transcript Highlights:

• The vote is now closed by a vote of 70 in the affirmative, zero in the negative.
• The vote is now closed by a vote of 70 in the affirmative, zero in the negative.
• The vote is now closed by a vote of 70 in the affirmative zero in the negative.
• The vote is now closed by a vote of 63 in the affirmative, zero in the negative.
• The vote is now closed by a vote of 64 in the affirmative, zero in the negative.

Bills: HB95 , HB111 , HJR1 , HB32 , HB33 , HB61 , HJM2 , HM7 , HM17 , HM4 , HM22 , HM23 , HM24 , HM26 , HM3 , HM11 , HM14 , HM15 , HM21 , HM34 , HM50 , HB8 , HB30 , HB43 , HB156 , HM2 , HM16

Keywords: HB95, additional judgeship, district court, judicial district, First Judicial District, Second Judicial District, district judges, court administration, judicial staffing, caseload, access to justice, New Mexico courts, judiciary, judge vacancy, court backlog, state courts, water law, state engineer, civil penalty, compliance order

Transcript Highlights:

• The vote is now closed by a vote of 70 in the affirmative, zero in the negative.
• A vote of 70 in the affirmative, zero in the negative.
• The vote is now closed by a vote of 70 in the affirmative, zero in the negative.
• The vote is closed by a vote of 63 in the affirmative, zero in the negative.
• The vote is now closed by a vote of 64 in the affirmative, zero in the negative.

Bills: HB95 , HB111 , HJR1 , HB32 , HB33 , HB61 , HJM2 , HM7 , HM17 , HM4 , HM22 , HM23 , HM24 , HM26 , HM3 , HM11 , HM14 , HM15 , HM21 , HM34 , HM50 , HB8 , HB30 , HB43 , HB156 , HM2 , HM16

Keywords: HB95, additional judgeship, district court, judicial district, First Judicial District, Second Judicial District, district judges, court administration, judicial staffing, caseload, access to justice, New Mexico courts, judiciary, judge vacancy, court backlog, state courts, water law, state engineer, civil penalty, compliance order

Summary: The House opened with a quorum, prayer, pledge, and a series of announcements and recognitions tied to Gallup-McKinley County Day, including the presentation and passage of House Memorial 15 designating February 5, 2026, as Gallup-McKinley County Day. Members spoke at length in support of Gallup and McKinley County, its Native communities, cultural traditions, Route 66 heritage, economic development, and local schools and guests in the gallery. House Memorial 15 passed unanimously, 70-0. The chamber then took up House Memorial 3 recognizing nurses and other health care professionals. Several members and guests from labor and health care organizations spoke in support, emphasizing the dedication of frontline workers and the importance of honoring nurses. The memorial passed unanimously, 70-0. The House also passed House Bill 32, a counseling licensure compact, after adopting a technical amendment, by 63-0; House Bill 33, a psychologist compact, by 64-0; and House Bill 95, creating a fifth judge position in the Second Judicial District family court division, after a friendly amendment removing an appropriation because funding was already in the budget, by 65-0. During committee reports, the House adopted favorable reports on several measures, including House Bill 70 substitute, Senate Bill 3 as amended, House Bills 246, 254, 271, 276, 288, and House Joint Memorial 3. In introductions, the House referred several memorials and Senate bills, including measures on teacher workload study, detention facility reuse, health insurance affordability, gifted education endorsements, special education, and burglary definitions. The House also announced committee meetings, upcoming events, and the annual House-versus-Senate basketball game, then recessed until the next morning.

Transcript Highlights:

• Madam Chair, there are seven ayes, zero nays, and zero absent or excused. Thank you.
• Madam Chair, there are seven ayes, zero nays, and zero absent or excused.
• Madam Chair, there are five ayes, two nays, and zero absent or excused.
• Madam Chair, there are six ayes, one nay, and zero absent or excused.
• now and hearing no changes staff will announce the vote Madam Chair there are six eyes one nay and zero

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills. HB 1364 would raise from $5,000 to $15,000 the gross revenue thresholds for charitable and nonprofit organizations to conduct bingo, raffles, and amusement games without a gambling license, and would also raise related local tax thresholds; supporters said it is an inflation adjustment that helps volunteer nonprofits, while no opposition was heard before the hearing closed. HB 2632 would replace most uses of “alien” in state law with “non-citizen,” with exceptions for federal-law requirements and non-human uses; the sponsor described it as a dignity and accuracy measure rooted in refugee experience, while supporters and opponents debated whether it is respectful and clearer or instead unnecessary and potentially confusing. HB 2447 would designate the blunt-nosed six-gill shark as Washington’s official state shark; testimony from the sponsor, children, marine advocates, and scientists emphasized education, conservation, Puget Sound ecology, and local pride, and the hearing closed without opposition testimony. HB 2637 would exempt certain personal information from Public Records Act disclosure, including age, address, birthplace, precise location data, government identifiers, and consumer utility data; supporters framed it as privacy and safety protection, while opponents argued it would reduce transparency and could interfere with federal immigration enforcement. In executive session, the committee took action on three bills. HB 2235, concerning Public Records Act exemptions for concealed pistol licenses and permit-to-purchase firearm applications, was reported out of committee with a due pass recommendation by a 7-0 vote. HB 2401, establishing the Boys and Men’s Commission, was also reported out with a due pass recommendation by a 5-2 vote, with some members supporting the concept but expressing concern about funding. HB 2574, which addresses removal of deceased candidates for nonpartisan office from ballots and related vote-count procedures, was reported out with a due pass recommendation by a 6-1 vote after members discussed the need to clarify election procedures in rare cases. The committee deferred action on HB 2520.

Transcript Highlights:

• There being seven ayes and zero nays, the committee substitute for Senate Bill 2398 will be reported
• There being seven ayes and zero nays, the bill will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
• Seven ayes and zero nays.
• There being seven ayes and zero nays, the bill is passed. Do you want that?
• There being seven ayes and zero nays, the bill is passed. Any objections?

Committee: Senate Education K-16

Summary: The Senate Education Committee K-16 resumed public testimony on Senate Bill 735, a Holocaust education bill. Alice Min spoke in support, saying learning about difficult parts of history is important for understanding American history and the experiences of minority communities. Sheila Hemphill also supported the bill but urged broader language to include multiple genocides and more instructional material. After a brief exchange, public testimony on SB 735 closed and the bill was left pending. The committee then heard Senate Bill 800, which would strengthen higher-education orientation materials on sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking policies, and Senate Bill 2310, which would require public institutions to post clearer online degree and transfer requirements. Both bills were explained by their authors, committee substitutes were adopted, no public testimony was offered, and each bill was left pending. Senate Bill 2055, a cleanup bill for the Texas Leadership Scholars Program, was also heard and left pending after no testimony. A major portion of the meeting focused on Senate Bill 1069, which would require investigations and mandatory termination for faculty found to have discriminated against students based on religion, with a department placed under conservatorship after a termination. The author said the bill was meant to address religious discrimination and protect students; several witnesses, including Muslim and Jewish law students and other advocates, argued it was too vague, lacked a definition of religious discrimination, threatened academic freedom, and could chill speech. The bill was left pending after testimony. The committee also heard Senate Bill 2972, which would set new limits on expressive activity on public university campuses, including restrictions on encampments, masks, sound amplification, and protests during finals; opponents said it would restrict free speech and protest rights, while the bill was adopted as a committee substitute and left pending. Senate Bill 2815, allowing students to choose the diploma name after a university merger or renaming, was briefly heard and left pending. Later, the committee took up pending business and voted out several bills. SB 2920, SB 2398, SB 2927, SB 2929, SB 1241, SB 1395, SB 401, SB 1972, and SB 2540 were reported favorably, with some committee substitutes adopted and several placed on the local and uncontested calendar. SB 1241’s substitute would have the Higher Education Coordinating Board study standardized test equivalency scores for admissions. The committee then recessed subject to the call of the chair.

Transcript Highlights:

• There being eight ayes and zero nays, Senate Bill 1697 is reported favorably.
• There being eight ayes and zero nays, Senate Bill 1569 is reported favorably.
• There being eight ayes and zero nays.
• There being nine ayes and zero nays, Senate Bill 1185 is favorably reported without objection and sent
• There being ten ayes and zero nays.

Bills: SB483 , SB522 , SB783 , SB1239 , SB1254 , SB1255 , SB1259 , SB1341 , SB1664 , SB1762 , SB1856 , SB1877 , SB1977

Committee: Senate Business & Commerce

Keywords: utility, proprietary information, customer data, data protection, electric service, customer information, emergency communication, electric utility, privacy, certification, public accountants, interstate licensing, accounting, regulatory amendment, energy efficiency, construction regulations, building codes, Texas, sustainability, cost-effectiveness

Transcript Highlights:

• Gercoskey: Yes. 17 yeas, zero nays. Thank you, members.
• By your action, that bill will be reported favorably. 17 yeas, zero nays. Thank you, members.
• Yes. 17 yays, zero nays. Members, by your action, that bill will be reported favorably.
• Seventeen yays, zero nays. By your action, that will be reported favorably. Congratulations.
• Sir Duggan, yes. 17 yays, zero nays. By your action, that bill will be reported favorably.

Summary: The Ways and Means Committee met on March 20, 2025, and first approved HB 4025, creating the Duke Farm Stewardship District in Lee County, on a 17-0 vote. The committee then advanced HJR 1215, which proposes a constitutional amendment to exempt agricultural tangible personal property from property tax, after extended debate about the fiscal impact on counties, especially rural and fiscally constrained ones; it passed 16-1. HB 411 also passed unanimously after an amendment, extending affordable housing tax exemption treatment to certain nonprofit projects on leased land, including Habitat for Humanity projects. The committee likewise approved CS/HB 669, allowing local governments to purchase certain unrated bonds, and CS/HB 4017, codifying the Vermont Drainage District charter in Charlotte County, both without opposition. The committee also approved HJR 1039, which would let the Legislature prevent assessed-value increases for homestead properties that are improved to mitigate flood damage, and the related implementing bill HB 1041; both passed 17-0. Public testimony on these items included some opposition to the flood-related amendment, but no floor debate changed the outcome. The final major item was CS/HB 1221 by Rep. Miller, which would require local option taxes to be renewed by voter referendum every eight years, with longer terms allowed for bonded projects. That bill drew the most extensive testimony and debate, with counties, tourism groups, and local officials warning about impacts on tourism funding, infrastructure, schools, and public safety, while supporters argued for taxpayer accountability and periodic review. After debate, the committee reported the bill favorably on a 13-4 vote.

Transcript Highlights:

• So this committee functions under a zero levy target.
• So this committee functions under a zero levy target.
• So this committee functions under a zero levy target.
• So this committee functions under a zero levy target.
• </c><00:32:47.320><c> Target</c> change to to keep to the zero Target change to to keep to the zero Target

Committee: House Education Finance

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• They are rated on a scale of zero, meaning failure, to 10, meaning pristine condition.
• There's still a rating factor of three, two, one, down to zero. So it is all relative, I guess.
• a</c><00:22:16.240><c> scale</c><00:22:16.480><c> of</c><00:22:16.640><c> of</c><00:22:17.039><c> zero
• </c> they are rated on a scale of of zero they are rated on a scale of of zero meaning<00:22:17.840><
• So, um it is all two one down to zero.

Committee: House Public Works and Highways

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• they bring 147 ayes and zero nays.
• They bring 148 ayes and zero nays. House Bill 1442 is passed to engrossment.
• Being 147 ayes and zero House bill 2488 is passed to engrossment.
• There being 144 ayes, zero nays, House Bill 307 is passed in engrossment.
• There being 145 eyes, zero nays, House Bill 2894 is passed.

Bills: HB14 , HJR31 , HB43 , HB18 , HB 106 , HB36 , HB26 , HB149 , HB 121 , HB206 , HB136 , HB3114 , HB2733 , HB1732 , HB3700 , HB467 , HB 1130 , HB1846 , HB1442 , HB 1147 , HB2176 , HB2701 , HB805 , HB2890 , HB 1154 , HB1644 , HB2118 , HB1718 , HB2488 , HB2596 , HB1971 , HB2468 , HB484 , HB2578 , HB3204 , HB 1041 , HB307 , HB685 , HB1710 , HB538 , HB2525 , HB3125 , HB2027 , HB2894 , HB3077 , HB3684 , HJR99 , HB1399 , HJR5 , HB1330 , HB2110 , HJR2 , HJR6 , HB1587 , HB14 , HJR31 , HB43 , HB18 , HB 106 , HB36 , HB26 , HB149 , HB 121 , HB206 , HB136 , HB3114 , HB2733 , HB1732 , HB3700 , HB467 , HB 1130 , HB1846 , HB1442 , HB 1147 , HB2176 , HB2701 , HB805 , HB2890 , HB 1154 , HB1644 , HB2118 , HB1718 , HB2488 , HB2596 , HB1971 , HB2468 , HB484 , HB2578 , HB3204 , HB 1041 , HB307 , HB685 , HB1710 , HB538 , HB2525 , HB3125 , HB2027 , HB2894 , HB3077 , HB3684

Keywords: nuclear energy, advanced reactors, energy security, grant programs, Texas Advanced Nuclear Energy Office, farm products, tax exemption, ad valorem taxation, agriculture, Texas Constitution, livestock, producer, finance, young farmers, financial assistance, pest control, rural health, hospital funding, healthcare access, mental health services

Transcript Highlights:

• From Board of Forestry and Fire Protection, able to answer the question about zone zero regulations and
• If I could opine on this Zone Zero, I think it's going to be easier to sell people on Zone Zero if we
• And Zone Zero by itself feels like an isolated step, and if we can tie Zone Zero into a comprehensive
• has challenged us and the board with getting these regulations across the finish line because Zone Zero
• And we've already asked you, but we're looking forward to the Zone Zero, right? Yes, when it comes.

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• In the last 10 months, zero illegal aliens have been released into the United States.
• It sets border security operations and CBP at zero, quite intentionally, zero dollars, which means day-to-day
• ,</c><00:59:43.359><c> quite</c> operations and CBP at zero, quite operations and CBP at zero, quite
• 59:45.760><c> means</c> intentionally, zero dollars, which means intentionally, zero dollars, which means
• </c> terrorizes our neighborhoods with zero terrorizes our neighborhoods with zero accountability<01:

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, March 27, 2026, 1012, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Rep., I had no problem, zero, zilch, nada with your bill.
• So according to my bill, it's zero. Representative Robinson: Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
• It's zero. You keep asking me the same question. I'm going to give you the same answer: zero.
• Yeas, zero names, Mr. Speaker. Show the bill passes. Read the next bill.
• Yes, zero nays, Madam Speaker. Show the bill passes. Read the next bill.

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, quorum call, and adoption of the special order report for the day. Members observed a moment of silence for several service members killed in the Middle East conflict, and the chamber also recognized visiting students, law enforcement, and later several guests in the gallery during farewell remarks. The House then moved through the special order calendar, taking up a series of bills on third reading. The first major measure was CS for CS for HB 981 on tributaries of the St. Johns River, which sponsors described as a community-driven plan to restore the Ocklawaha River while balancing conservation, recreation, and economic concerns. Representative Sapp opposed the bill, arguing it would harm rural communities, Rodman Reservoir interests, freshwater resources, property values, and local jobs without adequate funding or certainty. Representative Cross supported the restoration effort and its long-term environmental and community benefits. The House adopted an amendment updating planning references and expanding the advisory council, then passed the bill 107-3. The chamber next passed CS for CSHB 1389 on affordable housing and the Live Local Act after debate over state preemption of local authority, accessory dwelling units, and the removal of local opt-out provisions; supporters emphasized the statewide housing shortage and the need for more housing supply, while opponents argued the bill further limited local control. The bill passed 70-29. The House also passed CS for CSHB 1085, codifying the local government cybersecurity grant program and giving preference to fiscally constrained counties, by a unanimous 109-0 vote. CS for HB 273 on special districts passed after extensive questioning about downtown development districts, rural areas of opportunity, budget approval, and administrative caps; an amendment to remove the downtown district provisions failed, and the bill ultimately passed 88-? yeas as announced on the floor. CS for HB 989 on motor vehicle manufacturers and franchise dealers passed 109-1 after sponsor testimony that it would prevent manufacturers from concentrating new vehicle inventory with one dealer group and protect competition and small businesses. CS/CS for HB 1329 on local government spending and budget transparency passed 82-28 after a lengthy debate over whether the bill would impose costs on local governments; a Cheney amendment to provide hardship assistance for smaller governments was adopted, and supporters framed the bill as improving public access to local budget information while opponents argued it duplicated existing transparency and could require new software or staff. The House then began consideration of CS/CS/CS/CS HB 1417, the Department of Environmental Protection package, with the sponsor outlining provisions on environmental regulation, septic systems, solar facility stormwater controls, coastal resiliency partnerships, and air-pollution permit timing.

Transcript Highlights:

• Ayes 32, no zero. The resolution is adopted.
• Ayes 28, no zero. The appointment is confirmed. Ayes 27, no zero. The appointment is confirmed.
• Ayes 27, no zero. The appointment is confirmed. Senator Reyes, file item 12.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• By your vote of seven ayes, zero noes, and one present, you have voted House Committee substitute for
• By your vote of eight ayes and zero noes, you have voted House Committee substitute for House Bill 3116
• By your vote of eight eyes and zero knows you've voted House Committee substitute for House Bill 3116
• By your vote of eight ayes and zero noes, you have voted House Committee substitute for House Bill 3289

Committee: House Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence

Summary: The House Judiciary Committee met with a quorum, announced that House Bills 3304, 2777, and 3054 would not be heard that day, and then moved into executive session. In executive session, the committee considered House Bill 1910, which concerns child maintenance/child support obligations for certain persons convicted of DWIs. Representative Davis offered an amendment changing mandatory language from “shall” to “may” to preserve judicial discretion; the amendment was adopted 5-2 with one present. The committee then adopted a substitute and voted the House Committee substitute for HB 1910 do pass 7-0 with one present. The committee next took up House Bill 3116, a civil jurisprudence bill. An amendment was adopted to incorporate provisions from three previously heard bills: HB 1711 (Uniform Deposition Act), HB 1713 (allowing circuit courts to dissolve LLCs), and HB 3072 (workers’ compensation changes). The committee rolled the amendment into a substitute and voted the House Committee substitute for HB 3116 do pass 8-0. The committee also considered House Bill 3289 on court operations. An amendment was adopted to add treatment court administrators in certain circuits, subject to appropriations, then rolled into a substitute. The House Committee substitute for HB 3289 was voted do pass 8-0. In public hearing, Representative Dolan presented House Bill 3443, which would raise the court automation fee from $7 to $10 and add a CPI-based annual adjustment. Supporters from the Judicial Conference of Missouri said the fee has not been updated since the 1990s, that court automation costs continue to rise, and that the surcharge covers only a portion of the system’s expenses; they also noted that salaries are generally funded through general revenue rather than fees. Committee members asked about the new fee amount, what the revenue would support, and the collection-rate assumptions in the fiscal note. No opposition testimony was offered. Representative Parker then presented House Bill 2865, which would remove the statutory cap of $75 per hour for attorney’s fees in certain agency/licensure proceedings and replace it with “reasonable” fees. He and supporters said the current rate has not been updated since 1989 and is too low to attract attorneys for cases involving licensed professionals defending their licenses. Testimony in favor came from a private attorney who practices in this area, the Missouri Bar, and another supporter who said the bill would improve representation for Missouri licensees. No opposition testimony was presented, and the hearing on HB 2865 was concluded.

Transcript Highlights:

• By your vote of seven ayes, zero noes, and one present, you have voted House Committee substitute for
• By your vote of eight ayes and zero noes, you've voted House Committee substitute for House Bill 3116
• By your vote of eight eyes and zero knows you've voted House Committee substitute for House Bill 3116
• By your vote of eight ayes and zero noes, you have voted House Committee substitute for House Bill 3289

Committee: House Judiciary

Keywords: 959, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Okay, by your vote of 13 yes and zero no, you have do passed.
• By your vote of 13 yes and zero no, you have do passed House Committee Substitute for House Bill 3354
• By your vote of 11 yes and zero knows, you have voted House Committee, By your vote of 11 yes and zero

Committee: House Special Committee on Property Tax Reform

Keywords: 959, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• And I'm a little concerned about the fiscal note and how it can really be a zero.
• I'm a little concerned about the fiscal note and how it can really be a zero fiscal note.
• And I'm a little concerned about the fiscal note and how it can really be a zero. a little concerned
• about the fiscal note and how it can really be a zero fiscal note.

Committee: House Consent and Procedure

Keywords: 959, house, all