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• regarding counties' permission to designate certain agricultural lands as unsuitable for electric power
• Um, there are huge electrical power lines that go through farmland.
• I'm with Geronimo Power.
• </c> policy with the American Clean Power policy with the American Clean Power Association.<00:25:56.760
• And that is the whole of our governor supplemental budget requests.

Committee: Senate Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And importantly, this legislation gives parents the power that they deserve to hold districts accountable
• Strong research shows the protective power of parent engagement on these. important personal topics.
• the power the power the state has a silent educators control curriculum and a force an agenda that erases
• These are the types of people that we are putting. this power in their hands.
• Power to restrict access to entire ideas because they personally dislike them.

Bills: SB12 , SB1565 , SB13 , SJR12 , SB686 , SB371 , SB204 , SB609 , SB112 , SB400 , SB813 , SB 12 , SB 13

Committees: Senate Education , Senate Education K-16

Keywords: parental rights, education, social transitioning, diversity, equity, inclusion, school policy, student clubs, school district, grievance procedure, public education, diversity and inclusion, funding penalties, school libraries, library advisory councils, library materials, educational content, challenging materials, constitutional amendment, school choice

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• He said protecting the purchasing power of retirees is not just good for one person; it is a gigantic
• And so protecting the<01:22:53.280><c> purchasing</c><01:22:53.920><c> power</c><01:22:54.639><c> of<
• We meet with our teachers, and we also hear from groups that do not have political power.
• We have people who work political power.
• All these jobs are political power.

Keywords: MS Senate Floor - 9 February, 2026; 2:00 PM, 925, all

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• Those two bills are passed to be enacted and will be signed by the President and laid before the Governor
• , we continue to believe there are important constitutional limits that protect the separation of powers
• Requests that seek to overstep the legislature's power to organize and conduct its business are outlined
• But at the same time, understanding what these constitutional concerns and separation of powers are,
• And separation of powers are, how do we make sure that we're not approaching that no-fly zone?

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate first took up several local bills and resolutions. It amended and passed to be engrossed Senate No. 1831, providing line-of-duty death benefits for the surviving spouse of Detective John DeSongy of Rutland, and passed to be engrossed House bills concerning police officer age requirements in Haverhill, Newton, and Stoneham, including exemptions for named individuals and a local age-waiver measure. The chamber also adopted congratulatory resolutions for the Florence Community Band’s 25th anniversary and for the Italian Consulate in Boston on Italian National Day. The Senate then considered House No. 5501, the fiscal year 2027 state budget, after the House nonconcurred in the Senate’s amendment and appointed conferees. On motion, the Senate insisted on its amendment and appointed a committee of conference. The chamber also referred a House petition on a temporary liquor-license/public-consumption pilot to the Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technology after suspending Joint Rule 12. A major floor debate centered on Senate No. 3104, a resolution responding to the Supreme Judicial Court’s May 7, 2026 order regarding the State Auditor’s request for Senate financial records. Supporters said the resolution would provide records in the clarified scope while preserving constitutional objections to broader requests; opponents argued the Senate should comply more fully and seek the court’s guidance earlier. After a roll call, the resolution was adopted 33-6. The Senate then adopted a motion to adjourn in memory of William F. “Bill” Howard of Beverly and adjourned until the following Monday at 11:00 a.m.

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• for maintaining and repairing electrical power grids 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• And whereas the linemen operate under dangerous conditions, risking their lives high atop power lines
• And whereas linemen deserve recognition for their hard work to power local communities and keep people
• extends its sincere gratitude to linemen for their dedicated service and swift response to restore power
• The Oklahoma legislature commands local linemen for their vital role in powering homes, businesses, and

Bills: HB1937 , HB2153 , HB3674 , HB2978 , HB3885 , HB3671 , HB3261 , HB3021 , HB3029 , HB4274 , HB3701 , HB3076 , HB2299 , HB3852 , HB3244 , HB3345 , HB3114 , HB3764 , HB4144 , HB3304 , HB2939 , HB4227 , HB3262 , HB2941 , HB3498 , HB4343 , HB4425 , HB3386 , HB3087 , HB3062 , HB3431 , HB4141 , HB3581 , HB4237 , HB2960 , HB3645 , HB3648 , HB3974 , HB3045 , SCR18 , HCR1024 , SJR39 , SJR49 , HB4486 , SB1130 , SB1131 , SB1132 , SB1133 , SB1134 , SB1142 , HB1823 , HB4476 , HB3378 , HB3880 , HB3031 , HB3369 , HB3429 , HB3657 , HB4215 , HB3624 , HB1170

Keywords: HB1937, Oklahoma schools, student communications, electronic communication, digital communication, parent notification, legal guardian, school personnel, teachers, coaches, administrators, charter schools, public schools, administrative leave, corroborated report, investigation, employee file, discipline, termination, school board

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• Together, they have become a powerful force in shaping... ...and performance.
• Together, they have become a powerful force in shaping the next generation of elite dancers, many of
• On this National Ballet Day, let us honor the power of the performing arts to unite, heal, and elevate
• Together, they have become a powerful force in shaping the next generation of elite dancers, many of
• The clerk will record the action of the Senate and convey the unamended bills to the governor.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and a series of guest introductions and proclamations, including recognition of Arizona Statehood Day and National Ballet Day honoring Phoenix Ballet and artistic director Slawomir Wozniak. Members also announced committee substitutions and several bills were placed on the House calendar after second reading. On third reading, HB 2190, which would add an article relating to the Arizona Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants, failed on a 20-38 vote after debate over whether it was needed to support licensure compacts and workforce access. HB 2206, relating to SNAP and rulemaking, passed 33-25 after a brief dispute over whether it improperly delegated authority to the executive branch. HB 2396, also relating to SNAP and restrictions on purchases, drew extended debate over food deserts, personal choice, public health, and whether the state should limit what low-income families can buy; it passed 34-25. After announcements about upcoming committee meetings and events, members moved to reconsider the failed HB 2190 vote, and the motion carried. The House then recessed and reconvened later in the day, where it handled additional committee substitutions, withdrew several bills from committees for reassignment, and read HB 2999 for the first time before adjourning until February 17, 2026.

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• The first thing is that the governor recommended slightly different amounts for equipment, including
• And the bigger one being that the governor did not recommend the $275 million transfer, excuse me, to
• I remember at least reading about how many times Governor Ken Thorne vetoed that one to keep that project
• I remember at least reading about how many times that Governor Ken Thorne vetoed that one here.
• I think that with the loss of buying power we experienced in the last five years, that we may have to

Keywords: 989, all

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• All political power is explicit.
• Um I do governor and the legislature.
• to the governor in a council. council. council.
• But if there's a power outage, I'm thinking power outage.
• We obviously work restoration of power.

Committee: Senate Energy and Natural Resources

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• But fundamentally, I mean, these are really, really powerful, untested tools.
• I can tell you with respect to SB 243, which the Governor signed into law, the Governor, as we know,
• It's hard to overstate the size and power of these platforms.
• It is dramatically more power than any corporation should have.
• It's not just traditional market power.

Committee: Senate Privacy, Digital Technologies, and Consumer Protection

Summary: The committee heard several bills focused on AI, privacy, and surveillance. SB 903 would prohibit AI from independently providing psychotherapy or presenting itself as a licensed mental health provider, require disclosure and informed consent, and reinforce confidentiality and privacy protections for therapy records. Supporters, including a mother and therapist whose son died by suicide after extensive chats with ChatGPT, argued the bill is needed to prevent harmful, crisis-related interactions. Behavioral health groups and labor/privacy organizations supported the measure, while TechNet, the California Medical Association, and the California Hospital Association opposed unless amended, saying the bill could restrict useful clinical tools and create conflicts around triage, screening, and data use. The committee passed SB 903 4-0 to Appropriations, with members noting the need for further work on definitions and implementation. SB 1119 would create a broader framework for chatbot safety for children, including annual risk assessments, crisis response protocols, default child protections, parental controls, notice and time limits, restrictions on advertising and use of children’s data, incident reporting, audits, and a private right of action. The author and supporters again cited the death of Adam Raine as evidence that chatbots can reinforce suicidal ideation and isolate children. Common Sense Media and several labor and privacy groups supported the bill. CalChamber, TechNet, the California State Sheriffs’ Association, and other industry and local government groups opposed unless amended, raising concerns about vague standards, overlap with SB 243, prescriptive design mandates, and litigation risk. The committee approved SB 1119 4-0 to Judiciary, with amendments to be taken there. The committee also heard SB 1013, which would tighten rules for automated license plate reader data by requiring DOJ audits, employee training, and a 30-day retention limit for most data. Supporters said the bill responds to documented misuse and over-retention of data that mostly belongs to innocent drivers. Law enforcement groups opposed, arguing the retention limit would hinder investigations and reduce the usefulness of ALPRs in serious or delayed cases. The bill passed 4-1 to Appropriations. SB 1292, a local control bill for six cities, would allow camera or sensor-based enforcement of curb and loading zones, with a human reviewing each violation before issuance. Supporters said it would help cities manage congestion and unsafe blocking of bike lanes and loading zones; privacy advocates warned about expanding automated surveillance. It passed 4-1 to Appropriations. Finally, the committee heard SB 1101, which would require higher education institutions to notify students, faculty, and staff when personal information is shared with federal agencies and limit disclosure to what is legally required. Supporters framed it as a transparency and anti-doxing measure in response to recent federal investigations and subpoenas; there was no opposition testimony. The bill passed 5-0 to Appropriations. The committee then began hearing SB 951, the California Worker Technological Displacement Act, which would require advance notice and reporting when employers displace workers due to technology and give displaced workers priority for openings, but the transcript cuts off before the hearing concluded.

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• And Senate Bill 1439 is transmitted to the Governor.
• Actually, the power pose is too. Anyway, thank you, Mr. Chair.
• Our Constitution vests war powers with Congress.
• If you look across the country, you have Democratic governors and Republican governors both agreeing
• But if someone does, the power protected by this amendment are the ones with the least power to resist

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then approved the journal and received House messages and first-read bills. The chamber moved through multiple Committee of the Whole calendars, considering a range of measures on solar energy, public safety, insurance, health care, agriculture, gaming, education, child welfare, and real property. Several bills were retained on calendar, while many others were advanced with committee amendments and floor amendments. On Calendar 2, SB 1419 on solar energy inspection contractors drew the most debate. A floor amendment by Sen. Sundareshan sought to require utilities to protect ratepayers from costs associated with large energy users such as data centers; supporters argued it would help keep electricity affordable, while opponents called it a hostile amendment. After a division vote, the amendment failed 12-15, and SB 1419 was reported do pass as amended. SB 1498 (DPS appropriation) and SB 1502 (unlawful flight/reckless endangerment) also advanced. The Committee of the Whole report was adopted, but a later attempt to add the failed Sundareshan amendment to the report on SB 1419 was defeated 13-14. On Calendar 1, the Senate advanced SB 1165, SB 1206, SB 1212, SB 1215, SB 1290, SB 1291, and SB 1347, mostly with committee amendments. SB 1178 on naturopathic physicians and prescription drug pricing saw a contested Sears floor amendment aimed at stopping price gouging on essential generic drugs; supporters said it would lower drug costs, while the sponsor objected that it was not germane. The amendment failed, and the bill passed as amended. SB 1186 on document retention and donations also drew a Sundareshan amendment on transparency and implementation; it failed, and the bill passed as amended. SB 1286 on veterinary visits and electronic prescriptions advanced after a proposed Kavanagh floor amendment was defeated on division. The Senate then adopted the Committee of the Whole reports and moved on to additional calendars. On Calendar 4, the chamber passed SB 1004 on ESA students and interscholastic activities, SB 1116 on AHCCCS access/behavioral health, SB 1162 on health care institution licensing complaints, SB 1179 on developmental disability/health monitoring, SB 1475 on school district governing boards and eligibility, SB 1821 on DCS training and child placement, and SCR 1012. A request to hold SB 1475 for a reinstatement process was rejected. The Senate also took up an additional Committee of the Whole for SB 1077, SB 1479, and SB 1566; SB 1077 advanced with a Payne floor amendment, SB 1479 advanced with a Carroll amendment classifying certain forged real-property recordings as a class five felony, and SB 1566 began consideration with a Petersen amendment to remove part of a prior amendment. Throughout, the chamber repeatedly adopted committee reports and advanced the bills for further action.

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• Furthermore, again, it really gives us the power to implement our nation-leading VMT law.
• Furthermore, again, it really gives us the power to implement our nation-leading VMT law.
• Furthermore, again, it really gives us the power to implement our nation-leading VMT law.
• Furthermore, again, it really gives us the power to implement our nation-leading VMT law.
• This alternatives to gas-powered ATVs.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And whereas, together, Phoenix Ballet and Master Ballet Academy have become a powerful force in shaping
• Together, they have become a powerful force in shaping... And performance.
• Together, they have become a powerful force in shaping the next generation of elite dancers, many of
• On this National Ballet Day, let us honor the power of the performing arts to unite, heal, and elevate
• The clerk will record the action of the Senate and convey the unamended bills to the governor.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• It was a declaration of principle, a commitment to self-government, and a powerful statement of faith
• It was a declaration of principle, a commitment to self-government, and a powerful statement of faith
• Royal Governor John Wentworth, a loyal servant of the crown, had worked to maintain British authority
• It was presented this morning, this update, to the governor and council.
• It was presented this morning, this update, to the governor and council.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• 100% of Girls Inc. seniors graduated from high school and enrolled in college, a testament to the power
• enrolled in college, a testament<00:28:25.320><c> to</c><00:28:25.400><c> the</c><00:28:25.520><c> power
• to the power of supportive relationships<00:28:26.800><c> and</c><00:28:26.919><c> opportunities</c>
• :59.760><c> before</c><01:06:00.120><c> the</c> bill reached the governor before the bill reached the
• Message from the governor.

Keywords: 981, all

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• It was a program that was started with then-Governor Bush, and it's a model around the country.
• Governor, to the plan that was put in place a couple of sessions ago to get these pension plans sound
• , two appointed by the lieutenant governor, and two appointed by the speaker.
• We train and accredit, and they use our power of attorney when they file claims with the VA, and then
• And in that time, they’ve lost over 44% of their buying power.

Bills: SB 1

Committee: Senate Finance

Keywords: campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards

Summary: The committee heard budget presentations from the Legislative Budget Board and agency officials on several agencies, starting with the Texas Historical Commission. LBB described a large biennial reduction driven mainly by the removal of one-time funding and discussed capital projects, rider changes, and exceptional items including Presidio La Bahia and the National Museum of the Pacific War. Senators asked about heritage trails, courthouse grants, unexpended balance authority, and the status of historical-site funding. Historical Commission leadership emphasized preservation, courthouse restoration, heritage tourism, coordination with the Alamo and other Texas Revolution sites, and requested additional IT, staffing, and vehicle funding. No votes were taken. The committee then reviewed the Pension Review Board and the Employees Retirement System. The Pension Review Board’s budget was largely unchanged aside from IT maintenance and salary adjustments, with an exceptional item for additional IT enhancements. Members discussed the Dallas Police and Fire Pension System’s funding dispute and the need for a workable restoration plan. ERS presented a much larger budget, including funding for the retirement system, the group benefits plan, and the legacy payment intended to reduce unfunded liability. Senators focused heavily on pension investment returns, benchmark comparisons, and rising health-care costs, especially pharmacy spending driven by GLP-1 drugs; ERS said the plan covers about 540,000 lives and that premiums would rise 8% while benefits remain unchanged. ERS also said it had no exceptional items, and committee members requested more detailed benchmark information. The committee also heard from the Texas Emergency Services Retirement System and the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. TESSORS reported an unfunded liability, an infinite amortization period, and requested additional state support, staffing, and IT funding, including a statutory change to allow a higher contribution level; the agency warned that without more funding it may have to cut benefits. CEPRIT’s presentation covered its bond-funded cancer research and prevention portfolio, revenue-sharing from funded projects, and a request to increase salary limits for its CEO and chief scientific officer. Senators questioned CEPRIT’s accomplishments and return on investment, while CEPRIT cited screening, prevention, and research outcomes, including tens of thousands of detected cancers and precursors and hundreds of thousands of first-time screenings. The meeting ended after these presentations and questions, with no recorded committee action or vote.

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• And I do have the authority by Governor Nathaniel Porter to speak on their behalf.
• And I do have the authority by Governor Nathaniel Porter to speak on their behalf.
• We, it's, as the governor has said, it's an all-in strategy. So we've talked to industry leaders.
• So New Mexico currently has about one—well, we only have one utility-scale geothermal power facility
• And that is the only utility-scale geothermal electricity plant in the state generating power for the

Summary: The Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee heard and voted on several bills, beginning with SB 190, which would authorize revenue bonds for Gila Regional Medical Center to replace an aging linear accelerator for cancer treatment. The sponsor and hospital representatives said the project is critical for rural patients who otherwise travel long distances for radiation therapy. After a brief amendment changing the bond term from 20 to 30 years, the committee advanced the bill 7-0. The committee then took up SB 152, a broadband affordability and rural telecommunications bill that would keep money in the broadband fund for maintenance, expansion, and a new affordability program after the federal ACP lapsed. The sponsor and broadband stakeholders said the bill is needed to close the digital divide, while some industry witnesses supported the affordability goal but wanted changes to broaden eligibility and adjust program rules. The committee heard public testimony from supporters and opponents, then passed the bill 8-0. Next, SB 77 would require certain highway and public works contractors to contribute to apprenticeship training funds; labor groups supported it as workforce development, while highway and asphalt contractors opposed it as an added cost and argued they already run their own training programs. After extended debate about whether the 60-cent-per-hour contribution would raise project costs or simply redirect existing prevailing-wage funds, the committee advanced SB 77 on a 5-3 vote. The committee also heard SB 182, a dyed diesel gross receipts tax deduction for agricultural use, but held it for the tax package without a vote. SB 151, a corporate income tax decoupling bill intended to recover revenue lost to federal tax changes, drew strong support from tax and advocacy groups and strong opposition from business, oil and gas, and chamber representatives who called it a tax increase that would hurt investment and competitiveness. Committee members raised concerns about long-term revenue stability and business impacts, but the sponsors said the bill would restore state tax capacity and selectively decouple from federal provisions; the bill was held for later consideration in the tax package. Finally, the committee heard SB 133 on eliminating gross receipts tax on medical providers for medical equipment and supplies, and SB 212 on a ski-area construction equipment gross receipts tax exemption, with sponsors arguing both would improve competitiveness and support industry investment; both were discussed as possible tax-package items and held for further consideration.

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• By the governor on August 15th and the supplemental on August 20th.
• Anybody up in here know how much our governor makes?
• The biggest power they have, yes. Thank you, Representative.
• Taylor Kilroy, Texas Public Power Association. Against the bill.
• Roy, Texas Public Power Association, respectfully in opposition to the bill.

Bills: HB26 , HB73 , SB 14 , HB46

Committee: House Intergovernmental Affairs

Keywords: HB26, law enforcement contracts, sheriff, constable, county commissioners court, commissioners court, private security, special law enforcement district, property owners association, POA, municipal utility district, school district, junior college district, local government, contract policing, supplemental police services, large counties, population over 3.3 million, Texas Local Government Code, Harris County

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• And then it would be $200 at the time of registration annually. other vehicles that are not powered by
• For a particular County Okay, so like I pay like $70 or something so But I have a fuel powered vehicle
• So, I'm just a little surprised to see numbers like this. worry of the governor is?
• In addition, there's an appointed member from the lieutenant governor and the speaker and the governor
• No, yeah, and I very much appreciate the governor issuing that executive order.

Committee: House Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• PrEP is one of our most powerful tools for preventing HIV transmission, and the introduction of these
• long-acting injectable forms has made this tool even more powerful.
• AJ Mandiola, on behalf of the Lieutenant Governor, in support.
• On behalf of the Lieutenant Governor, in support.
• It's so powerful.

Summary: The Assembly Health Committee heard several bills on June 9. SB 1023 by Senator Laird would require insurers that cover injectable HIV PrEP under the medical benefit to also cover it through the pharmacy benefit, with supporters saying the change would reduce reimbursement delays and expand access, while health plans opposed it as an unnecessary mandate that interferes with benefit design. SB 964 by Senator Smallwood-Quivas would limit prior authorization for certain dose or frequency adjustments to covered medications, especially for chronic complex conditions; medical supporters said it would prevent harmful delays in care, while insurers argued it weakens safety and utilization controls. SB 1323 by Senator Rubio, as amended, would strengthen protections for people in immigration custody receiving medical care by requiring hospitals and facilities to inform staff how to respond to requests and allowing patients to notify family members of their location; it passed with one no vote. SB 1099 by Senator Reyes would clarify local governments’ authority to provide state and local public benefits to all residents under federal PRWORA rules, with supporters saying it would reduce legal uncertainty for safety-net services; it passed, though one member later changed a vote to no on the add-on roll call. The committee also took up SB 895 by Senator Wiener, a proposed $12 billion science research bond for the November ballot that would create a California scientific research funding institute. Supporters from UC, UAW, hospitals, and advocacy groups said the measure would help offset federal cuts, protect research jobs, and sustain California’s leadership in biomedical and other research; there was no opposition, and the bill passed on a party-line style vote with two no votes. SB 944, also by Senator Wiener, would stabilize Medi-Cal coverage for acupuncture, which supporters described as a cost-effective, non-pharmacological treatment for pain and other conditions that has repeatedly been threatened in the budget process; it passed unanimously. The committee also approved consent items SB 918 and SB 1202, and later cleared the remaining measures on call after roll votes and add-on votes were taken.

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• The resolution encourages states to find ways to limit the power of corporations to contribute to political
• I know the resolution has no implementation power, but it shows our position as the Senate.
• colleges have two voting tenured faculty members and one voting classified staff on their board of governors
• board would have both a UC undergraduate and graduate student, giving more perspectives, voices, and power
• I also served as the California Community College's Board of Governors, making me the only student to

Committee: Senate Elections and Constitutional Amendments

Keywords: 987, senate, all