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LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget May 31st, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Representative Adams. Representative Amadee: Here. Representative Bacala: Here.
- Representative Bagley. Representative Baralt: Here. Representative Carpenter.
- Representative Egan: Here. Representative Fisher: Here. Representative Freeman: Here.
- Representative Kerner. Representative Knox: Here. Representative LaFleur: Here.
- We have four countries represented and about 27 states that are there currently playing golf at Cypress
Summary:
The committee first heard a fiscal status statement from the Office of Planning and Budget showing that updated Revenue Estimating Conference forecasts reduced the FY26 general fund excess available from $292.6 million to $179.7 million, with lower revenues across the five-year baseline and larger out-year imbalances. With no questions, the statement was approved.
Members then reviewed several Facility Planning and Control items, including approval of a new $3 million LSU Health Sciences Center project in New Orleans funded by self-generated revenues, a $343,600 increase for HVAC upgrades at the Louisiana War Veterans Home in Jackson, and a $700,000 increase for Southern University’s A.A. Leno Law Center addition. The committee also received informational change-order reports and approved Louisiana Economic Development contract extensions for Zender Communications and Graham Group, as well as a Department of Education contract amendment for the Louisiana Gator ESA program with Odyssey after questions about the contract’s up-to amount and procurement process.
The Sabine River Authority sought approval for a $9.5 million increase to its operating budget and its 2026-2027 budget, explaining the increase was tied to taking over the Cypress Bend Resort hotel and related property; members asked about long-term self-sufficiency and local support, and the items were approved favorably. The Louisiana Department of Health received approval for 15 HERO Fund grant awards totaling about $4.6 million to support 541 new health care credentials statewide. The Water Sector Commission’s recommendations were also approved, including $619,850 more for St. Mary Parish Water and Sewer Commission No. 5 and emergency subfund support for the city of Tallulah, conditioned on a limited fiscal administration order. Finally, members reviewed an agreement between the LCTCS Board and its Facilities Corporation under Act 35, and the meeting adjourned without objection.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- We've got an objection from the representative of Jordan.
- So today I represent 1,900 dentists in the state of Louisiana.
- So today I represent 1,900 dentists in the state of Louisiana.
- And seeing no objections, the amendments are adopted. Representative Freeman for a question.
- Are there any objections? Seeing none, amendments at 5795 is adopted, Representative Jordan.
Summary:
The House Insurance Committee met on May 19 and first took up Senate Bill 509 on bank-owned life insurance. The bill would clarify that banks retain an insurable interest in former employees for purposes of exchanging underperforming bank-owned life insurance policies for better-performing ones. Members adopted a revised amendment set after withdrawing a prior version. Testimony focused heavily on whether consent from the insured former employee is required for any transfer or exchange, with supporters saying the bill is needed to address underperforming policies and opponents warning about unclear consent standards, data-transfer concerns, litigation risk, and possible federal tax issues. After debate, the committee reported SB 509 as amended by a 7-4 vote.
The committee then heard Senate Bill 295, which requires health insurance coverage for medically necessary treatment for persons with acquired brain injuries, including cognitive rehabilitation and related services. Supporters from the Brain Injury Association of Louisiana and NeuroRestorative described gaps in post-acute care, high rates of discharge to unsafe home settings or nursing homes, and improved return-to-work outcomes when patients receive appropriate rehabilitation. An amendment was adopted to clarify federal essential health benefit limits and remove certain language, reducing the fiscal note to zero. The bill was then reported as amended without objection.
Next, the committee considered Senate Bill 155, which requires coverage for medically necessary dental procedures needed for cancer treatment clearance, such as exams, imaging, and extractions. Cancer advocates, oncologists, and dental representatives said untreated dental problems can delay chemotherapy or radiation and lead to worse outcomes and higher costs. Cleanup amendments were adopted, and the bill was reported as amended. The committee also advanced Senate Bill 465, which tightens prompt-payment deadlines for health insurers, adds pharmacy payment provisions, and creates a recoupment timeline for dental claims; after technical and substantive amendments, it was reported as amended.
Finally, the committee approved Senate Bill 276, creating a pre-appointment affidavit process for bail bond producers to ensure prior premiums, shortages, and forfeitures are resolved before a new insurer appointment, and House Resolution 260, which urges the Department of Insurance to study how out-of-network medical billing affects auto insurance rates. Both measures were reported favorably or as amended, and the committee adjourned after a motion to do so.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Senate Chamber Jan 28th, 2026 at 11:26 am
New Mexico Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I swear fidelity to the bandera of the States of America and the Republic that represents a nation bajo
- Hearing no objection.
- Red chili chips are very famous across the state. In other states, too.
- And that association represents the significant majority of physicians in the state.
- And you're doing it all over the state. I know you're doing it all over the state, too.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Criminal Justice and Public Safety (02/18/2026)
Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
- Representative Shear. >> Yes. >> Chairman Roy 12-0. >> Any objection to consent?
- Representative Scherr: yes. Chairman Roy: yes. 12-0. Um, any objection to consent?
- Representative Shear, yes. Chairman Roy, yes. 12-0. Any objection to consent?
- Representative Shear, no. Chairman Roy, yes. 11. Um, no objection. Okay. No objection to consent.
- Representative Shear, yes. Chairman Roy, yes. 120. Any objection, consent?
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- Is there any objection to that motion? Seeing no objection, those minutes are approved.
- Is there any objection to the motion?
- Representative Henry has House Bill 620. 623. All right. Representative Henry has House Bill 623.
- Is there any objection to that motion?
- Is there any objection to that motion?
Summary:
The Senate Judiciary B Committee met on May 27 and first approved the minutes from the May 21 meeting. The committee then took up House Bill 75, as amended, which would increase the promotional play tax deduction for gaming facilities from $5 million to $7 million and apply the change to racetracks and other brick-and-mortar casino properties on a phased-in basis. The bill’s author and gaming industry witnesses said the measure would help Louisiana compete with neighboring states, drive visitation, and support horse racing purses and tourism. The committee adopted the amendments and reported HB 75 favorably.
The committee next considered House Bill 623, which creates a three-tier system for vapor products and includes related technical changes, including a provision allowing in-person delivery of vapor, alternative nicotine, or smokeless tobacco products by third-party contractors from licensed Louisiana retailers with age verification. Amendments were adopted to correct language and address an effective-date issue tied to another bill. The committee then reported HB 623 with amendments.
House Bill 302, which would prohibit the sale of vapor products near schools, was also amended and heard with testimony from the New Orleans Health Department and the American Lung Association. Both witnesses supported youth protections but urged clarifying language to ensure local governments can keep or adopt stricter rules and to avoid conflicts with existing local ordinances; the health department also noted concerns that the bill focuses only on vapor products while youth nicotine use is broader. After discussion, the committee reported HB 302 with amendments. The meeting ended with thanks to staff and members, and the committee adjourned without objection.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session-Day 5, February 13, 2026-PM
Wyoming House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Absent any objections, Section 96 is closed. Representative Smith: "Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
- Seeing none, absent any objection, section 211 is closed. Representative Bear. Thank you, Mr.
- Absent any objection, section 316 is closed. Representative Smith.
- Thank you. >> Representative Pendergraft. >> No objection. >> Any further discussion?
- >> Thank you, Representative. Any others? We have one more one-minute objection.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, May 15, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Without objection. >> Without objection.
- Without objection.
- Speaker, I rise today to recognize Minnesota State Representative Erin Kaggel for her incredible work
- Speaker, I rise today to recognize Minnesota State Representative Erin Kaggel for her incredible work
- state and local level and Representative state and local level and Representative Kaggel<01:50:18.719
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Joint Administrative Procedures Committee Feb 3rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- . >> REPRESENTATIVE WEINBERGER? >> Rep. Overdorf: HERE. >> Rep.
- TO CALL UP A REPRESENTATIVE FROM AHCA IF YOU COULD COME UP AND LET US KNOW IF YOU FEEL THE OBJECTION
- LIKE TO HERE 31 SEPARATE OBJECTIONS.
- Overdorf: FOLLOW-UP REPRESENTATIVE CONERLY. >> Rep.
- HOWEVER OF COURSE THERE IS AN OBJECTION NOTED WITHIN THE RULE ITSELF AFTER THAT 30 DAY SO THAT OBJECTION
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Culture, Recreation & Toursism May 1st, 2025 at 10:05 am
Transcript Highlights:
- There's no objection. HCR 81 will be left pending. Is there any objection? Chair hears none.
- This bill represents a critical step in protecting wildlife and improving driver safety in the state
- If there is no objection, House Bill 5259 will be left pending. Is there any objection?
- There is no objection; Senate Bill 1248 will be left pending. Is there an objection?
- If there are no objections, Senate Bill 1247 will be left pending. Is there an objection?
Keywords:
wildlife corridors, animal-vehicle collisions, HB5259, licensing, concurrent resolutions, cultural significance, Senate Bill 1247, public safety, environmental conservation
Summary:
The meeting of the committee centered around significant legislative measures, including several bills aimed at enhancing wildlife safety through the establishment of wildlife corridors and licenses for outdoor activities. Key discussions highlighted House Bill 5259, led by Vice Chair Flores, which proposes a wildlife corridor action plan to reduce animal-vehicle collisions in Texas. This bill is crucial given Texas's alarming rate of wildlife-vehicle accidents, and testimonies from supporting members emphasized the need for action to protect both wildlife and public safety. Furthermore, Senate Bill 1247 was brought forward, simplifying the non-resident hunting license system to improve compliance and conservation funding. The committee also addressed multiple concurrent resolutions recognizing towns for their cultural significance, reflecting a broader commitment to community identity and heritage.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Senate Chamber Feb 9th, 2026 at 11:18 am
New Mexico Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Seeing no objection, the reader will read: The Legislature of the State of New Mexico, 57th Legislature
- Seeing no objection, the reader will read: The Legislature of the State of New Mexico, 57th Legislature
- These 4-H programs represent New Mexico State University physically in every community, and we're proud
- State University. Mr.
- New Mexico State University.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Ethics Board Jun 9th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- The state is arguing that Representative Simmons's activities with AEJG in her role as a legislator cannot
- So as long as Representative Simmons was not paid out of state-funded projects, in your mind, you were
- by the state.
- representative.
- Objection. He's asking her to comment on the Objection.
Summary:
The hearing resumed in the Legislative Ethics Board matter involving Tara Simmons after the board confirmed no ex parte communications had occurred overnight. Respondent’s counsel moved to dismiss two allegations at the close of the board staff’s case: that Simmons pressured the Administrative Office of the Courts to alter a contract in favor of her employer, and that she violated ethics rules by combining legislative support for AEJG with a personal donation to the organization. Board staff opposed the motion, arguing the evidence showed Simmons’s legislative and personal dealings were intertwined. After a recess for deliberation, the board denied the motion to dismiss, and the hearing moved into the defense case.
The first defense witness was Sharon Navas, executive director of the Equity and Education Coalition (EEC). Navas testified that she met Simmons in 2018, later hired her, and took steps to separate Simmons’s legislative duties from her work for EEC. She said Simmons was never paid for lobbying or legislative acts, that her compensation came from unrestricted funds, and that the organization used written ethics-compliance language and a formal scope of work. Navas also described the proviso-funded dashboard project involving Anthony Powers and Chris Stanley, testifying that Simmons was not involved in the project’s day-to-day work, did not attend the meetings about the dispute, and was not part of the alleged contract disagreement. On cross-examination, staff focused on the contract documents, the dashboard work, and whether the scope of work matched the parties’ understanding.
Tara Simmons then testified in her own defense. She described her background, legislative career, disability accommodations, and extensive efforts to seek ethics guidance from House counsel and board-related materials before taking outside employment or supporting provisos. She said she relied on prior ethics advice when separating her legislative role from outside work and when seeking provisos for AEJG and EEC. Simmons also addressed her relationship with Anthony Powers, describing it as a friendship rooted in criminal justice reform work and prior collaboration. The hearing was still in the middle of Simmons’s direct testimony when the transcript excerpt ended, with no final ruling on the merits or disposition of the allegations.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Speaker: State your inquiry. Member: Mr.
- I have Representative Lopez, Representative Villalobos, and Representative Lozano's hiding someplace,
- Speaker, I yield to Representative Button. Representative Button: Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
- Speaker: Representative Vo. Representative Vo: Thank you, Mr. Speaker and members.
- Speaker: Representative Lolani. Representative Lolani: Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- If there's no objection, SB527 is left pending. Is there objection?
- Thank you, Representative Jones. If there are no objections, HB1680 is left pending.
- Thank you, Representative Berry. I think we're good. If there's no objections, HB 3569.
- We are... ...representing providers and consumers of Applied Behavior Analysis services here in the state
- Thank you, Representative Morgan. If there's no objection, HB 4074... HB4074 will be left pending.
Keywords:
autism, health insurance, coverage, medical treatment, health benefit plan, HIV prevention, prescription drug, prior authorization, health benefits, insurance coverage, insurance, contract termination, property and casualty, insurance agents, discrimination, appraiser, umpire, licensing requirements, continuing education, admin penalties
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Formal House Session 40 Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:51 am
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Representative from Lynn, the Representative from Marblehead, and the Representative from Woburn
- Fernandes, and Representative Mark.
- The chair hears no objection. Ms.
- The chair hears no objection. Rep. Higgins of Leominster. The chair hears no objection. Rep.
- The chair hears no objection. Ms.
Summary:
The House began with routine business, including the Pledge of Allegiance and adoption of three congratulatory resolutions honoring Eagle Scouts Charles Goodman, Jack Goodwin, and Liam LaCrooy. Members also adopted a House-Senate concurrence on House 4359, a Milford alcohol-license bill, after amending it to repeal Chapter 289 of the Acts of 2022 and set an effective date. The chamber then passed Senate 2596, establishing maintenance of private roads in Gloucester, and engrossed House 4887. The House also observed moments of silence for former Lynn City Councilor Richard Rick Ford, Louise M. Pedroso, and Mildred “Millie” Cox, and welcomed several guests, including students, civic visitors, and British Minister of State Stephen Doughty.
The bulk of the session focused on budget amendments related to housing and emergency assistance. Amendment 1579, which would have tightened HomeBASE eligibility by requiring citizenship-status inquiries, was debated at length and defeated 26-130. Amendment 1582, which would have barred Housing and Livable Communities from conditioning grants on MBTA Communities Act compliance, was also rejected 27-126. Amendment 1583, which would have limited right-to-shelter eligibility to U.S. citizens with six months’ Massachusetts residency, was defeated 26-122. Supporters argued these changes would reduce costs and prioritize taxpayers; opponents said they would exclude lawful residents and undermine existing housing and shelter reforms.
The House then adopted Consolidated Amendment F, covering energy, environmental affairs, and housing, by a vote of 154-0. Speakers highlighted major funding for rental vouchers, emergency shelter, HomeBASE, public housing, clean water, climate and agricultural programs, and food assistance. The chamber also considered and defeated Amendment 1218 on creating a data center commission, Amendment 1234 on eliminating certain energy surcharges, and several education-related amendments from Ms. Sullivan-Almeida: changes to special education reimbursement thresholds and rates, and a proposal to make regional school transportation funding mandatory rather than subject to appropriation. Those education amendments were all rejected after roll-call votes. Amendment 1580 on ending vocational school lottery admissions was withdrawn by its sponsor before a vote. The transcript ends as debate continues on Amendment 1308, which would increase a budget line item, but no final action on that amendment is shown.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Is there any objection? There being no objection, the substitute is adopted.
- Uh, well, the chair will recognize, uh, Representative Raymond on loan from State Affairs.
- Representative, I think Representative, you may disagree.
- I'm here representing Texas State Inspection Association.
- Uh, if there's no objection, is there any objection?
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships Apr 14th, 2025
S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships
Transcript Highlights:
- Representative Noble, any questions of Representative Noble members? Not hearing any.
- The lays out the committee substitute, uh, without objection and ask Representative Schatz to explain
- It's best for our state.
- days to give you a state.
- This bill was brought to me by former state Representative Robert Puente, who also served in my House
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships Apr 28th, 2025
S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm here representing myself and not that, um, office, but what I do is prosecute CPS cases for the state
- Texas and only one other state, if they're even still doing it, was West Virginia, are the only states
- And across the state, the standard is.
- And thank you, Representative Campost.
- For House Bill 2643 without objection.
Bills:
HCR 10
Keywords:
balanced budget amendment, federal budget, deficit reduction, deficit spending, fiscal restraint, constitutional amendment, U.S. Constitution, Congress, PAYGO, Gramm-Rudman-Hollings, national debt, budget deficit, taxpayer dollars, balanced budget resolution, memorial resolution, Texas Legislature, federal spending, budget reform, fiscal conservatism
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- Any objection?
- of Alabama. state of Alabama, the state of Alabama state of Alabama, the state of Alabama has<00:44:
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- Any objection objection. All right. Any objection hearing?<01:47:36.560>
Summary:
The Alabama Senate convened with a prayer by Pastor Jeremy Ward and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Sophia Woods. A quorum was established with 27 senators present, and the Senate adopted routine motions to excuse absent senators, dispense with the previous day’s journal, and allow bills and committee reports to be introduced throughout the day. The chamber also referred Executive Message 69, appointing Brandy Williams to the Alabama Fire College and Personnel Standards and Education Commission, to the Committee on Confirmations.
The Senate received several Judiciary Committee reports. House Bills 41 and 149 and Senate Bills 230, 87, 169, 238, and 233 were reported favorably, with amendments on Senate Bills 87, 169, and 233. Those measures received second reading and were placed on the calendar for the next legislative day. The Senate also adopted Senate Joint Resolution 31, commending Mackenzie Grace Stigel, and Senate Joint Resolution 32, recognizing the Alabama School of Mathematics and Science for its national ranking; guests from the school were welcomed in the gallery.
The Rules Committee report was then adopted by a 33-0 vote, setting a special order calendar that included Senate Bill 71 on administrative rules, along with several other bills on dredging, county subdivisions, legislative matters, public corruption, rural hospital investment, minority affairs, campaign finance, and natural resources. The chamber then took up Senate Bill 71, the “sound science” bill, which would limit state agencies from adopting environmental rules more stringent than federal law and require science-based standards where federal law is absent. Senator Coleman-Madison offered an amendment to preserve stronger scientific and causal standards, arguing the bill could weaken protections in heavily burdened communities; the amendment failed on a roll call vote of 25 nays to 1 yea. Senators then continued debating the bill’s effect on ADEM’s authority, emergency rulemaking, federal standards, and environmental enforcement in Alabama.
AL
Alabama 2026 1st Special Session
Alabama Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee Mar 17th, 2026
Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
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- Previous roll, no objection. Previous roll, no objection.
- Use previous roll there's no objection. Use previous roll there's no objection.
- I represent the Alabama Realtors. We have a state organization and 23 local chapters.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Delivery of Government Efficiency May 7th, 2025
Delivery of Government Efficiency
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, Representative Garrett. If there's no objection, the bill will be left pending.
- If there's no objection, the concurrent resolution will be left pending. Is there an objection?
- This bill represents a great step toward modernizing the state employees group benefit program by adopting
- If there's no objection, the bill will be left pending. Is there objection?
- Thank you, Representative Representative Cook.