Video & Transcript Research : 'Senate Resolution 134'
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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I'd just like to also add that this bill was passed in the House and the Senate.
- The chair lays out Senate Bill 502 by Senator Perry.
- Bill 599 by Senator West.
- We voted it out unanimously, and this, so the one that we have before us now is Senate Bill 599 by Senator
- The chair lays out Senate Bill 1038 by... Senator Sparks.
Bills:
HB2510, HB3589, HB4611, HB4655, HB4665, HB4666, HB4670, HB4700, HB4730, HB4798, HB4838, HB5136, HB5243, HB5302, HB5539
Keywords:
assisted living, healthcare, licensing, criminal offense, personal assistance, group home, regulation, health and safety, inspections, resident care, criminal background checks, adoption, parental rights, registry, vital statistics, disclosure, counseling, foster care, independent living, financial literacy
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Emanuel? Here. Representative Rose? I'll be here for now. Representative Swanson?
- And this is a problem, like Senator Rose said earlier, that literally plagues all of humanity.
- We met testifying at the Senate about the broken health care system.
- One of the key aspects of this bill, in working with Senator Parker on this, is to ensure that we can
- This is an important exception to this... ...is the Informal Dispute Resolution Process, or IDR.
Bills:
HB2510, HB3589, HB4611, HB4655, HB4665, HB4666, HB4670, HB4700, HB4730, HB4798, HB4838, HB5136, HB5243, HB5302, HB5539
Keywords:
assisted living, healthcare, licensing, criminal offense, personal assistance, group home, regulation, health and safety, inspections, resident care, criminal background checks, adoption, parental rights, registry, vital statistics, disclosure, counseling, foster care, independent living, financial literacy
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I am directed by the Senate to inform. House that the Senate has taken the following action.
- So ordered. 125 126 127 128 Resolution, the clerk will read the resolution.
- Patterson to explain the resolution. Thank you Mr. Speaker. Members this resolution for this week.
- This resolution is a direct result of the Senate.
- The Senate has since conceded.
Keywords:
education funding, Texas State Technical College System, constitutional amendment, capital projects, workforce education, military education, early registration, ROTC, corps of cadets, higher education, military academy, student athletes, name image likeness, compensation, intercollegiate athletics, representation, tuition assistance, military, Texas State Guard, education
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- House Resolution 1001 for a joint session of the House of Representatives and the Senate at 12:30 p.m
- It's just so that we can convene with the joint Senate, and I would appreciate a good vote on the resolution
- By authority of House Resolution 1001 and Senate Resolution 1, the joint session of the House of Representatives
- The President Pro Tempore of the Senate, Senator Bart Hester, appoints the following members of the Senate
- Blake Johnson; Senator Reginald Murdock; and Senator Kim Hammer.
Summary:
The transcript covers the opening of the Arkansas House and a joint session of the 95th General Assembly’s fiscal session. The House first established a quorum, granted leave for absent members, recognized guests, and adopted House Resolution 1001 to convene a joint session with the Senate for Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders’s address. Several bills and resolutions were read for the record, including House Resolution 1002 and House Bills 1001, 102, and 103, before the House recessed to await the Senate and then the governor.
In the joint session, leaders recognized the late Representative Stan Barry with a moment of silence, introduced constitutional officers, judges, and other guests, and appointed committees to escort the governor. Governor Sanders then delivered a lengthy fiscal-session address focused on her budget priorities and policy agenda. She emphasized continued funding for education under LEARNS, teacher pay and literacy gains, public safety and law enforcement funding, government efficiency and tax cuts, and the 1033 initiative aimed at helping vulnerable Arkansans move from crisis to self-sufficiency. She also urged lawmakers to avoid new Medicaid mandates or ongoing spending and said she would call a special session to cut income taxes further if the budget is passed.
After the governor’s remarks, the joint session adjourned. The House then reconvened briefly, adopted a motion to adjourn until the next day, and announced that the Joint Budget Committee would meet later that afternoon and again the following morning.
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS Senate Floor - 4 February, 2026; 10:00 AM
Mississippi Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate resolution number 14 Craft.
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extend Senate resolution number 28, extend Senate resolution number 28, extend congratulations - Senate resolution number 30 year.
- Senate resolution number 32 year.
- Senator 134. morning roll call. Senator 134.
Summary:
The Senate convened, confirmed a quorum, received an invocation from Dr. Lenon Duncan, and led the pledge of allegiance. Routine business followed, including unanimous consent to dispense with reading the journal, committee reports, and bill titles. Several guests were introduced, including a governmental affairs representative, a doctor of the day and medical student, a county leadership group, agricultural youth council participants, a former senator’s spouse, and MSMS students.
The chamber then took up several appropriations and finance measures. Senate Bill 2189, the transfer bill for state funds and agency budget setup, passed by morning roll call. Senate Bill 2190 increased the Working Cash Stabilization Reserve Fund minimum balance from 10% to 15% of general fund revenue; supporters said it would strengthen the state’s fiscal position, and it passed by morning roll call after no questions. Senate Bill 2480, a capacity project bill providing $265 million from CAPEX to MDOT for highway projects in Madison and Rankin counties and initial work on Highway 90, was amended to make it effective upon passage and then passed by morning roll call. Senate Bill 2832 extended the railroad tax credit repealer to 2029, and Senate Bill 2847 required state and local tax calculations to round to the nearest nickel in response to the federal penny phaseout; both passed by morning roll call.
The Senate also approved Senate Bill 2191, which expands the purposes for which municipal use tax funds may be spent to include sidewalk repair and building acquisition/rehabilitation, after questions about municipal and subdivision sidewalks. Senate Bill 2885 created the Mississippi Work and Save Program, a voluntary retirement savings option for small employers and employees, with the sponsor emphasizing that participation is optional and that the program is intended to help workers without access to retirement plans; it passed by morning roll call. Senate Bill 2834, the omnibus tag bill, and Senate Bill 2838, the omnibus qualified resort area bill, were each amended with committee substitutes and passed by morning roll call.
Later, the Senate suspended the rules and took up a large block of resolutions and commemorative measures, including sympathy and congratulatory resolutions, arts awards, sports championships, and other recognitions, along with House concurrent resolutions and two House bills designating observances. The transcript ends while the clerk is reading the long list of titles in the block.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- On Senate Bill 9003, we have as Senate Humphre, myself, Senator Richards as chair, Senator Hashimoto
- Senate, it's myself as chair. Um Senator Senate, it's myself as chair.
- Uh, moving on to the next measure, House Bill 134, House Draft 1, Senate Draft 1, relating to elections
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HI
Bills:
SB2054, SB2143, SB2145, SB2400, SB2447, SB2494, SB2723, SB2727, SB3131, HCR187, SCR177, SR172, SCR5, SCR85, SR75, SCR139, SR131, SCR146, SR138, SR84, SCR31, SR27, SCR46, SR45, SCR48, SR47, SCR9, SR11, SCR83, SR73, SCR20, SR17, SCR56, SR54, SCR87, SR79, SCR160, SR151, SCR28, SCR120, SCR129, SR121, SCR71, SR66, SCR147, SR139, SCR79, SCR179, SCR181, SCR182, SCR60, SR81, SR174, SR176, SR177, SCR89, SCR69, SCR74, SR68
Keywords:
public safety, Hawaii National Guard, military deployment, governor authority, federal assistance, elections, chief election officer, vacancy, order of succession, election commission, law enforcement, recording rights, private action, civil rights, police accountability, SB2400, seaglider, wing-in-ground craft, wing in ground effect, WIG craft
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair recognizes Senator Cole course on the resolution.
- Let me jump into Senate Resolution 132, members.
- Senate Resolution 123 by Huffman.
- Senate Resolution 134 by Hinojosa of Nueces County recognizing February 26 2025 as Weslaco Day at the
- Senate Resolution 165 by Alvarado.
Keywords:
teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair recognizes Senator Kohlkorst on the resolution.
- President, I rise to thank Senator Alvarado for bringing us Senate Resolution 61 and to welcome our guest
- Thank you, Senator Inouye. Plessa for bringing this resolution.
- Senator Bettencourt on the resolution.
- Senator Huffman to speak on the resolution.
Keywords:
bail denial, illegal aliens, felony offenses, constitutional amendment, law enforcement, bail reform, defendants, pretrial detention, public safety, criminal justice, charitable bail organizations, bail bonds, public funds, political subdivision, injunctive relief, taxpayer rights, bail, criminal justice reform, 1185, senate
DE
Delaware 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session - Session 2 - 40th Legislative Day Jun 24th, 2026
Delaware Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- 1 for Senate Bill 334 as amended by Senate Amendment 1, Senate Joint Resolution 18, and Senate Concurrent
- Senate Joint Resolution 18. Senate Concurrent Resolutions 167, 216, 220, and 222.
- Senate Joint Resolution 18.
- I yield to Senator Poor for purposes of Senate Concurrent Resolution 223. Senator Poor.
- Senate Resolution No. 21 is declared passed in the Senate. Senator Townsend.
Summary:
The Senate received a large number of House communications and committee reports, including several nominations and many bills and resolutions returned from House committees or passed by the House. Committee reports covered a wide range of topics, including education, health, judiciary, finance, housing, transportation, emergency management, and business/technology. The Senate also assigned several measures to committees for further consideration and noted upcoming committee meetings.
The chamber confirmed three nominations by roll call: Michael T. Scuse to the Delaware Thoroughbred Racing Commission, J. Eric Firewold to the University of Delaware Board of Trustees, and Joan F. Coker to the University of Delaware Board of Trustees. The Senate also passed Consent Calendar 66, which included Senate Concurrent Resolution 223 on DIA broadcast access for playoff and championship games and House Concurrent Resolution 149 designating June 12, 2026, as Loving Day in Delaware. Members discussed Loving Day and the importance of recognizing interracial marriage rights, with Senator Huxstable, Senator Buckson, and Senator Townsend offering remarks.
On the floor, the Senate passed House Bill 141, requiring a firearm responsibilities notice for gun purchasers, after debate over gun safety and industry burden; House Substitute 1 for House Bill 200, as amended, expanding insurance coverage for HIV prevention medications PrEP and PEP; House Bill 426, modernizing municipal street-aid reporting; and Senate Resolution 21, directing a study of portable solar generation devices and related safety and utility issues. The Senate also passed Consent Agenda O, a large package of bills covering topics such as money transmission and stablecoins, nursing advancement, pilot licenses, commerce and trade, subaqueous lands, driver’s license loss due to medical issues, residential speed limits, electronic bidding, family court jurisdiction, agency regulations, technical corrections to multiple local charters, and other measures. The Senate then recessed until June 25, 2026.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Legislative Session Day 13 (1-23-26) - Resumed
Kentucky House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- resolutions. Cler, please report. resolutions. Cler, please report.
- House Joint Resolution 41, Representative White, a resolution designating the William Argus Bill Johnson
- House Joint Resolution 41, Representative White, a resolution designating the William Argus Bill Johnson
- Monday, January 26, 2026: House Bills 134 and 306. resolutions to Agriculture, House Bill resolutions
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to the following bills and resolutions to the following bills and resolutions
Keywords:
HB 312 continued 00:00
Motions, Petitions, and Communications 25:16
Introduction of New Bills and Resolutions 27:27
Recess for ConC and Rules Meeting 28:33
ConC/Rules Report 33:45
Adjournment 35:21, 958, all
Summary:
The House took up House Bill 312, which would expand concealed carry rights to 18- to 20-year-olds. Debate focused heavily on gun violence, public safety, constitutional rights, and whether the bill would make schools, parks, and other public places less safe. Opponents argued that young people are not ready for the responsibility, cited recent shootings and gun deaths in their districts, and said families had not asked for this bill. Supporters said 18- to 20-year-olds already may possess firearms, that concealed carry is safer than open carry for law-abiding adults, and that the bill includes training and background-check provisions. Several members also discussed differences between rural and urban gun culture and whether crime trends were related to constitutional carry laws.
During floor discussion, members exchanged questions about crime rates since constitutional carry was enacted, with a sponsor responding that crime had decreased in the Commonwealth. Other members raised concerns about suicide, mental health, and the impact on students and women, while supporters emphasized self-defense and constitutional rights. After debate, the House voted on HB 312 and passed it 73-17. The bill was then clinched.
After HB 312, the House handled routine business. Members moved House Resolutions 30, 33, and 7 from committee to the floor, and several committee schedule announcements were made, including possible changes due to weather. The Committee on Committees reported referrals for a number of bills to standing committees, and the Rules Committee posted House Bills 134 and 306 for the regular orders on Monday, January 26, 2026. The House then adjourned until 4:00 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2026.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Members, this is a Senate concurrent resolution adopted by the Senate yesterday.
- Following resolution, the clerk will read the resolution.
- The family will be very honored tonight to have this resolution presented as Senator Bernal's and with
- Following resolution, the clerk will read the resolution.
- resolution.
Summary:
The committee meeting was conducted with several discussions surrounding various proposed bills, addressing both public interests and legislative concerns. Specific bills were presented, and members debated the implications of each, emphasizing their potential impact on the community and state regulations. Notably, several testimonies were heard from stakeholders, which enriched the conversation and provided different perspectives on the bills being reviewed.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 13th, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Messages from the Senate. There are none.
- Senate Bill number 101, Senate third reading by Senator Wiener.
- Senate Bill 101 with amendments by Assemblymember Sanchez.
- Senate Bill 101 by Senator Wiener, an act relating to the state budget to take effect immediately.
- Immediate transmittal to the Senate.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Seventy One - Friday, May 15 - Morning Session
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Substitute Senate Substitute Senate Joint Resolution 87.
- Charles for a motion on Senate Substitute for Senate Committee Substitute for Senate Joint Resolution
- I move that Senate Substitute for Senate Committee Substitute for Senate Joint Resolution 95 be third
- Substitute for Senate Joint Resolution 95.
- I move the title of Senate Substitute for Senate Committee Substitute for Senate Joint Resolution 95
Summary:
The House met on the final day of session with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the prior day’s journal by a 126-0 vote. Most of the early floor time was devoted to points of personal privilege, with members and the Speaker offering extended tributes to departing colleagues, House staff, law enforcement, military service, and the work of the chamber. Several members also used the occasion to reflect on their careers, thank constituents and families, and discuss issues such as property tax reform, police service, mental health, and bipartisan cooperation.
The House then took up Senate messages and committee reports, followed by several bills and resolutions. Senate Substitute for House Bill 2636, dealing with mortgage modification and related consumer protections, was adopted 142-1 and finally passed 144-1. Senate Substitute for House Bill 2397, concerning water district dissolution and related safeguards, was adopted 129-16 and finally passed 127-17. Senate Substitute No. 2 for House Bill 2576, a naming and commemorative bill adding observances and memorial highways/bridges, was adopted 136-4 and finally passed 134-6. The chamber also received Senate action on Senate Bill 1408 and Senate Joint Resolution 87, and committee reports recommended passage on several deferred measures.
The House also debated Senate Joint Resolution 95, which proposed creating a constitutional Show Me Prosperity Fund as a sovereign wealth fund intended to eventually eliminate state-imposed taxes through long-term investment returns. Supporters argued it would promote fiscal sustainability and long-term prosperity, while opponents warned that it would lock away money during a period of projected budget shortfalls and could leave the state unable to access funds when needed. The resolution was discussed at length with questions about funding mechanics, investment authority, and emergency access, but the transcript provided does not include a final vote on the resolution.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
House Chamber - Tue Feb 4, 2025, 12:00PM HST - Day 12
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Item number four, Senate Communications. Mr. Clerk, are there any Senate Communications?
- there are none item number four Senate there are none item number four Senate Communications<00:
- Item number six: Introduction of resolutions. Mr. Clerk, are there any resolutions for action?
- Mr clerk are there any resolutions Mr clerk are there any resolutions<00:41:05.920>
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AR
Transcript Highlights:
- House Resolution 1001 for a joint session of the House of Representatives and the Senate at 12:30 p.m
- It's just so that we can convene with the joint Senate, and I would appreciate a good vote on the resolution
- By authority of House Resolution 1001 and Senate Resolution 1, the joint session of the House of Representatives
- Senator Jane English, Chairman. Senator joint session.
- Senator Jane English Chairman, Senator Blake Johnson, Senator Reginal Murdoch, and Senator Kim Hammer
Summary:
The meeting was the opening of the Arkansas General Assembly’s 2026 fiscal session, beginning with quorum calls, prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognition of guests, including law enforcement officers, a doctor of the day, nurse of the day, constitutional officers, Supreme Court justices, and family and friends of legislators. The House adopted House Resolution 1001 to convene a joint session for Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders’s address, appointed committees to notify the Senate and the Governor, and later received the Senate into the chamber before recessing for the joint session.
In the joint session, members observed a moment of silence for former Representative Stan Berry, then heard Governor Sanders’s fiscal session address. Her remarks focused heavily on the proposed budget and her administration’s priorities: fully funding education and the LEARNS Act, supporting teachers and literacy efforts, funding public safety and corrections, expanding the 1033 initiative to move people from crisis to career, and holding down government growth while pursuing further income tax cuts. She also highlighted economic development, low cost of living, and support for veterans, while emphasizing conservative policy themes and thanking several Arkansans whose stories illustrated the administration’s agenda.
No substantive legislation was debated or voted on beyond the adoption of House Resolution 1001 and the procedural motions to adjourn the joint session and then adjourn the House until the next day. The House announced that Joint Budget would meet later that afternoon and again the following morning.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Chambers - Day 13 (1-23-26) - Reupload
Transcript Highlights:
- Speaker, the clerk of the Senate. Chair recognizes the clerk of the Senate.
- The Senate has passed Senate Bills 13, 22, 46, 51, and 90, and respectfully request concurrence of this
- And House Resolution 7, Representative Hodgson, a resolution recognizing the guiding principles of elections
- And House Resolution 7, the influence.
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resolution Representative Hodgson, a resolution Representative Hodgson, a resolution recognizing
Keywords:
The live stream for the House Chambers was interrupted and this version was recovered from backups and should contain the complete Legislative Session.
Convene 00:00:00
Senate Message 00:04:40
Calendar/2nd Readings 00:05:38
Orders of the Day 00:06:14
HB 312 00:06:42
Motions, Petitions, and Communications 01:11:07
Introduction of New Bills and Resolutions 01:13:24
Recess for ConC and Rules Meeting 01:14:30
ConC/Rules Report 01:19:42
Adjournment 01:21:18, 958, all
Summary:
The House convened, received the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance, established a quorum with 89 members present, excused absent members, and suspended rules to allow co-sponsorships and vote modifications. The chamber approved the prior day’s journal and received notice that the Senate had passed SB 13, 22, 46, 51, and 90 and requested concurrence. On second reading, HB 134 (sexual assault nurse examiners), HB 168 with HCS 1 (voting under the influence), and HR 7 (recognizing guiding principles of elections in Kentucky) were reported. The House also recommitted HB 258 to the Transportation Committee and took up HB 312 for third reading and passage.
HB 312, relating to concealed firearms and deadly weapons, drew the bulk of the debate. The sponsor argued the bill would allow law-abiding 18- to 20-year-olds to obtain a provisional concealed carry license, saying they are adults in other respects, the Second Amendment protects their right to bear arms, and Kentucky should align with other states. Supporters framed the measure as a constitutional rights issue and cited defensive gun use statistics, while one member argued the root problem is family upbringing rather than guns. Opponents said the bill would increase risks in schools and public spaces, pointed to concerns from school district police and SROs, and cited research linking younger age groups and loosened carry laws to higher firearm violence; they also argued the bill would make communities less safe and that no one’s rights would be taken away by voting no. The sponsor said no stakeholder had expressed opposition and clarified the bill would not change where firearms are permitted. The transcript provided does not include the final vote on HB 312.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Formal House Session 39 Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:41 am
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Committee on Rules reports recommending the following resolutions ought to be adopted.
- Resolutions filed by Representative Merridian of Grafton, recognizing Apraxia Awareness Day.
- Question is on adoption of the resolutions. All those in favor say aye, and those opposed nay.
- Resolutions are adopted.
- In this matter, 21 in the affirmative, 134 in the negative. The amendment is not adopted. Mr.
Summary:
The House met in a session centered on the FY26 budget, especially the Energy and Environmental Affairs and Labor/Economic Development sections, while also taking time to recognize several championship teams and other guests. Early in the day, the chamber adopted a set of commemorative resolutions, including observances for Apraxia Awareness Day, International Celiac Awareness Day, and Jewish American Heritage Month. Members also welcomed Franklin High’s cheerleading and boys basketball champions, Winthrop boys hockey champions, St. Mary’s of Lynn girls basketball champions, Holy Trinity School students, and later Boston Celtics guard Drew Holiday and Lauren Holiday.
The most contentious debate involved amendments related to Massachusetts’ climate and clean-car policies. Representative Lombardo offered amendments to delay or repeal ACC2/zero-emission vehicle requirements and to convert climate mandates into goals rather than requirements, arguing the rules were unrealistic, costly, and harmful to dealers, consumers, and the economy. Opponents said the House had already addressed the issue, and that climate and energy policy should remain under review through a public process. The House rejected Lombardo’s ACC2-related amendments, including after a ruling of the Chair was upheld by roll call, and later adopted a consolidated Energy and Environmental Affairs amendment by a wide margin.
The House then adopted a consolidated Labor and Economic Development amendment and ultimately passed the FY26 budget to be engrossed. Supporters highlighted major funding for environmental protection, parks, fish and game, clean energy, food insecurity programs, agricultural support, economic development, tourism, and an immigration legal assistance fund. The chamber also observed a moment of silence for Molly McGovern, and at the end of the session adopted an order to meet the next day at 11 a.m. before adjourning.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Committee on Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development - 02/05/25
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
- But, you know, when I look at Senator Westrom, Senator Putnam, Senator Dahms, Senator Anderson, the farmers
- But, you know, when I look at Senator Westrom, Senator Putnam, Senator Dahms, Senator Anderson, the farmers
- But, you know, when I look at Senator Westrom, Senator Putnam, Senator Dahms, Senator Anderson, the farmers
- But, you know, when I look at Senator Westrom, Senator Putnam, Senator Dahms, Senator Anderson, the farmers
- But, you know, when I look at Senator Westrom, Senator Putnam, Senator Dahms, Senator Anderson, the farmers
Summary:
The committee held a Dairy Day hearing focused on Minnesota’s dairy industry, beginning with a presentation recognizing Pat and Jodi Lunneman of Twin Eagle Dairy in Clarissa as Minnesota Milk Producers’ Dairy Producer of the Year. Their farm’s history, growth from a 50-stall tie-stall barn to an 800-900 cow freestall operation, and the role of family and long-term employees were highlighted. Members praised the Lunnemans’ work, community involvement, and the collaborative nature of the video tribute.
Garrett Luthin, president of Minnesota Milk Producers Association, testified on industry priorities. He said the group represents Minnesota’s 1,625 dairy farms and emphasized that dairy farmers invest in their communities and want policies that support long-term viability. He raised concerns about compliance with labor mandates such as earned sick and safe time, paid family leave, and secure retirement requirements, saying dairy work does not fit a standard schedule and that smaller farms lack HR capacity to track leave requirements. He also urged improvements to county and state permitting by allowing processes to run concurrently rather than sequentially, and he expressed support for dairy profitability and development programs.
Members asked about the status of federal dairy support programs, labor mandate implementation, and the realities of dairy work. Luthin said Minnesota Milk was waiting on federal action to keep certain dairy funds in place and described labor compliance as a wage and administrative burden. Pat and Jodi Lunneman later described why they expanded their farm in the 1990s, citing labor efficiency, changing economics, and the need to remain profitable; they said they do not use robotic milkers but do use robotic calf feeders. Pat explained their double-12 parallel parlor, three-shift milking schedule, and the need to keep equipment fully utilized. No votes or formal committee actions were taken during the hearing.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Press Conference: Senator Nathan Johnson Jul 30th, 2025
Texas Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- There has been a hearing, and there is a bill that bans THC in the Senate right now.
- One thing that Senator Perry mentioned in the initial hearings for.
- I really appreciate the work that you, Senators Cook, and Senators Eckhardt are doing on this.
- Next, I want to introduce my friend and colleague, Senator Molly Cook.
- This version of the Senate Bill of Codd is eligible for debate, so are you concerned that the Senate
Keywords:
hemp regulation, consumable products, cannabinoids, occupational licenses, criminal offenses, SB 11, Texas attorney general, election crimes, election law enforcement, criminal prosecution, Election Code, Government Code Chapter 402, local prosecutors, county attorney, district attorney, grand jury, probable cause reports, state election offenses, voter fraud, election integrity