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CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session May 11th, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • to support a resolution recognizing May 26 as Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Month and commending
  • Please join me in commending our state's foster youth, our child welfare system, and all of our foster
  • It's also my mother's birthday in May, and so I think about her every day, but May to celebrate this,
  • It's also my mother's birthday in May, and so I think about her every day, but May is special for this
  • And I also want to commend the author of this measure as well as the Speaker for doing what we should
Summary: The Assembly met in session after a quorum call and opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a ceremonial observance for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Members from multiple caucuses spoke in support of House Resolution 107, which designates May as AAPI Heritage Month, emphasizing the community’s contributions, resilience, and the need to confront discrimination and hate. The resolution was adopted, and the chamber then recognized 13 honorees for the 2026 AAPI Heritage Month celebration, highlighting leaders in education, business, labor, media, cultural preservation, and public service. After guest introductions, the Assembly took up a series of bills. Measures discussed included HOA reserve funding for common interest developments (AB 2050), professional review requirements for lawsuits against design professionals (AB 2106), direct home delivery of enteral formula (AB 1794), expanded CalWORKs-related support for student parents (AB 1829), longer insurance moratoriums for wildfire survivors (AB 2038), election cybersecurity (AB 2281), medical privacy protections for reproductive and gender-affirming care (AB 2448), water district board compensation (AB 2568), county public contract change-order authority (AB 1658), and several other education, health, and licensing bills. Most measures passed with broad support; AB 2050 passed 44-6, AB 2038 passed 45-8, AB 2448 passed 49-13, and AB 1658 passed 61-2, while several others passed unanimously or near-unanimously. The Assembly also adopted AJR 29, a resolution opposing a federal executive order affecting vote-by-mail and affirming California’s mail voting system. The resolution prompted extended debate over election integrity, voter access, and federal versus state authority, with supporters arguing mail voting is secure and accessible and opponents calling for stronger voter list maintenance and verification. The resolution passed 47-13. In addition, ACR 141 and ACR 123 were adopted by voice vote after co-author roll calls, and the chamber continued or passed on numerous other file items as it worked through the daily file.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Legislative Session Day 56 (3-31-26)

Kentucky House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Speaker, I yield to the birthday >> Mr.
  • The lady from Callaway has a birthday today and the gentleman from Pulaski 85 had a birthday yesterday
  • So please let's wish both of them a very happy birthday. myself.
  • </c><08:02:20.160><c> So</c> Palaski 85 had a birthday yesterday.
  • So Palaski 85 had a birthday yesterday.
Keywords: Convene 00:00:00 Senate Message 00:04:13 Report of Committees 00:06:00 Orders of the Day 00:06:39 HB 4 00:07:32 HB 7 00:10:19 Enrollment 00:12:49 HB 10 00:13:30 HB 58 00:14:31 HB 78 00:18:39 HB 96 00:21:59 Enrollment 00:25:31 HB 134 00:26:01 HB 139 00:28:20 HB 185 00:35:36 HB 213 00:38:16 HB 220 00:40:32 HB 253 00:41:45 HB 265 00:44:55 HB 280 00:47:10 HB 290 00:49:13 Enrollment 00:51:49 HB 355 00:52:25 HB 398 00:54:42 HB 622 00:57:07 HB 424 00:58:24 HB 456 01:01:43 HB 459 01:02:51 HB 470 01:04:54 HB 555 01:10:20 HB 562 01:12:35 HB 576 01:16:37 HB 648 01:18:59 SB 68 01:21:53 SB 226 01:27:40 SB 90 01:30:36 SB 137 01:34:08 SB 136 01:37:08 SB 198 01:41:55 Recess 01:46:14 Reconvene 02:47:31 Orders of the Day 02:48:28 HB 10 02:48:53 HB 67 02:50:01 HB 257 02:51:05 Senate Message 05:52:18 Enrollment 02:53:15 SB 183 02:57:00 SJR 23 03:00:24 SB 251 03:06:24 Announcement 03:24:34 Enrollment 03:25:28 Recess 03:26:50 Reconvene 07:04:07 Enrollment 07:04:12 Senate Message 07:06:54 Appointment of Conference Committees 07:09:38 Orders of the Day 07:10:03 SB 100 07:11:06 Appointment of Conference Committee 07:12:18 HB 778 07:12:37 HB 6 07:15:14 HB 142 07:18:48 HB 144 07:21:27 HB 236 07:24:13 HB 305 07:26:45 HB 651 07:29:16 HB 521 07:31:44 HB 692 07:36:04 HB 491 07:38:33 HB 689 07:40:50 HB 767 07:43:24 HB 627 07:46:33 HB 869 07:49:00 HB 566 07:50:21 Motions, Petitions, and Communications 07:54:31 Introductions 08:07:19 ConC & Rules Report 08:12:28 Floor Amendments 08:13:10 Adjournment 08:16:56, 958, all
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, February 25, 2026)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Happy birthday. And with that, Mr.
  • Happy birthday. And with that, Mr. ours. Happy birthday. And with that, Mr.
  • in February by Washington's birthday in February by selecting<02:13:41.840><c> a</c><02:13:42.079><c
  • </c> participate in America's 250th birthday participate in America's 250th birthday in<02:55:34.319>
  • As such, I commend Pride... Mr.<04:00:36.080><c> Mr.
NJ

New Jersey 2026-2027 Regular Session

Senate Budget and Appropriations Jun 28th, 2026

Senate Budget and Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • Last time, all the years I've been doing it, it's the first time I've seen it, so I commend the legislature
  • First time I've seen it, so I commend the legislature, both houses, and the governor, for agreeing on
  • Yeah, and it's Senator Ruiz's birthday today, so happy birthday to Senator Ruiz.
  • If I have a birthday, we got coffee. We’re good. If I have a birthday, we got coffee. We’re good.
Keywords: 1146, all
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

House of Representatives May 29th, 2026

Louisiana House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Resolution 377 by Representative Phelps to commend the Department of Education 2026 Elementary
  • House Resolution 382 by Representative LaFleur to commend Pastor Joshua Joy Dara, Sr., on the occasion
  • House Resolution 382 by Representative LaFleur to commend Pastor Joshua Joy Dara, Sr., on the occasion
  • This is to commend Anita Whitaker LaFontaine on her artistic achievements as an author, actress, and
  • Therefore, be it resolved that the House of Representatives does hereby commend Mr.
Bills: HR310 , HR314 , HR316 , HR317 , HR321 , HR275 , HR276 , HR279 , HR282 , HR286 , HR289 , HR292 , HR295 , HR302 , HR319 , HCR112 , HR307 , SCR59 , SCR61 , SCR62 , SCR68 , SCR69 , SCR70 , SCR54 , SCR55 , SCR64 , SCR75 , HCR3 , HCR49 , HCR66 , HCR67 , HB1 , HB2 , HB42 , HB45 , HB66 , HB71 , HB79 , HB126 , HB133 , HB145 , HB159 , HB167 , HB213 , HB218 , HB222 , HB289 , HB291 , HB312 , HB313 , HB316 , HB324 , HB352 , HB383 , HB398 , HB403 , HB429 , HB457 , HB459 , HB511 , HB549 , HB571 , HB579 , HB591 , HB608 , HB616 , HB624 , HB766 , HB769 , HB783 , HB799 , HB804 , HB864 , HB874 , HB909 , HB951 , HB971 , HB983 , HB1005 , HB1017 , HB1051 , HB1056 , HB1095 , HB1126 , HB1129 , HB1186 , HB1193 , HB1223 , HB1224 , HB1230 , HB1235 , HB1249 , HB723 , HB36 , HB140 , HB181 , HB198 , HB205 , HB211 , HB226 , HB259 , HB271 , HB302 , HB335 , HB342 , HB487 , HB513 , HB623 , HB682 , HB730 , HB740 , HB761 , HB775 , HB797 , HB812 , HB816 , HB940 , HB968 , HB979 , HB1028 , HB1029 , HB1038 , HB1049 , HB1084 , HB1161 , HB1194 , HB1199 , HB1201 , HB1203 , HB1247 , HB1256 , SB25 , SB132 , SB155 , SB157 , SB202 , SB228 , SB237 , SB250 , SB405 , SB406 , SB414 , SB433 , SB480 , SB513 , SB149 , HB359 , SB29 , SB43 , SB78 , HB210 , HB258 , HB468 , HB784 , HB134 , HB1117 , SB42 , SB274 , SB382 , SB449 , SB300 , HR74 , HB463 , HB715 , HB998 , SB80 , SB268 , SB444 , SB479 , HB901 , HR20 , HCR65 , HCR71 , HCR98 , HB284 , HB306 , HB341 , HB366 , HB393 , HB458 , HB577 , HB603 , HB605 , HB614 , HB625 , HB646 , HB733 , HB752 , HB773 , HB798 , HB911 , HB955 , HB996 , HB1035 , HB1069 , HB1113 , HB1140 , HB1180 , HB1191 , HB1240 , HB1255 , SB82 , SB89 , SB97 , SB123 , HB74 , HB119 , HB368 , HB414 , HB552 , HB732 , HB776 , HB848 , HB870 , HB953 , HB956 , HB1236 , SB208 , SB217 , SB283 , SB387 , SB389 , SB401 , SB408 , SB469
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Apr 27th, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Okay, members, it is Assembly Member Castillo's birthday today.
  • Please join me in welcoming and wishing her a very happy birthday. Happy birthday, sister.
  • And for your birthday, we wish you a very healthy wrist. Okay.
  • But celebrating and commending the California Coastal Commission—have we lost our mind?
Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, offered prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then spent much of the early session on guest introductions recognizing students, interns, advocacy groups, sorority members, and other visitors. Members also noted Assembly Member Castillo’s birthday and announced a later floor photo for members wearing denim. The chamber then moved to the Daily File and took up a series of bills and resolutions. Among the major actions, AB 2323 by Assembly Member McKinnor, on modernizing public notice while preserving transparency and due process, passed 57-0. ACR 149 by Assembly Member Hart, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the California Coastal Act and the Coastal Conservancy, drew extensive debate both in support and opposition before being adopted by voice vote, with 46 co-authors added. AB 2011 by Assembly Member Hart, codifying mental health parity standards, was also taken up, and AB 2691 by Assembly Member Addis, expanding disqualifying felony convictions for elected office to include sexual assault and human trafficking, passed 53-0. The Assembly also adopted HR 31 on Denim Day and Sexual Assault Awareness Month after lengthy testimony from members describing personal experiences and the need to support survivors. The body then approved several policy bills with broad support, including AB 1621 on housing permitting timelines (64-0), AB 1704 on studying the cost of low-embodied-carbon building materials and pausing standards if cost parity is not reached (58-0), AB 1916 updating the definition of certified interpreter to include ASL interpreters (59-2), AB 2559 on returning construction and demolition permit deposits when compliance is documented (61-0), AB 2663 as an urgency sunset extension for alcoholic beverage law (64-0 on urgency and measure), and AB 2731 expanding on-sale general alcohol licenses in Santa Cruz County (63-0). The Senate consent calendar was also adopted. The session ended with an adjournment in memory of Josado Dado Banatao, honoring his life, engineering achievements, and philanthropy, followed by a motion to adjourn until April 30 at 9 a.m.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 10th, 2026 at 10:00 am

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • its selection to perform at the 26th National Independence Day Parade, honoring the nation's 250th birthday
  • , and be it further resolved that the Senate commend the students, band director, staff, families, and
  • lives to get into this moment, but they're going to be representing Washington State at our 250th birthday
  • band from Chimicum School in Jefferson County will represent the state of Washington at our 250th birthday
  • band from Chimicum School in Jefferson County will represent the state of Washington at our 250th birthday
Keywords: 904, all
Summary: The Senate opened with roll call, colors, pledge, and a prayer by Sikh youth leader Gertit Singh Cocher, followed by recognition of guests from the Sikh Coalition and Kalsa Germath Center. The chamber approved the journal and then adopted Senate Resolution 8678 honoring the Chimicum High School Marching Band for being selected as Washington’s representative in the 2026 National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C.; senators praised the band’s dedication and rural-school achievement, and the band was recognized in the gallery. The Senate then confirmed two gubernatorial appointments by 49-0 votes: Ryan Moran as Director of the Health Care Authority and Dennis Worsham as Secretary of the Department of Health. Supporters highlighted Moran’s Medicaid and health system background and Worsham’s long public health career, including local health leadership and work on HIV/AIDS and community health. The chamber also advanced and passed Senate Bill 6011, expanding court bailiff authority to conduct threat assessments for the Court of Appeals, and Senate Bill 5831, creating safe harbors related to mortgage modification recording requirements. Several bills were debated and passed after amendment votes. Senate Bill 6188, concerning Labor and Industries’ asbestos training and certification rules, saw an amendment to align with federal standards rejected and then passed 38-19. Substitute Senate Bill 5917, dealing with access to abortion medications through the Department of Corrections pharmacy, had multiple proposed amendments rejected before passing 32-17 after extensive debate over access, labeling, distribution limits, and emergency status. The Senate also adopted an amendment to Senate Bill 6024 on developmental disability services confidentiality, then passed the bill 48-0-1 excused; passed Substitute Senate Bill 6091 on residential property marketing and fair housing by 49-0; and passed Substitute Senate Bill 5840 adjusting campaign finance expenditure reporting deadlines by 46-3. The body then recessed for caucus and lunch.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • That's quite commendable. But they're also academic state champions with an average 4.0 GPA.
  • That's commendable too. So the rest of the team is in the east gallery. They're all standing.
  • lobbyist who never ever forgot your family's names, your kid's names, your grandkids' names, or their birthdays
Bills: HR1052 , SB2184 , SB171
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Labor & Workplace Standards Feb 20th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • It doesn't have any costs, so I would commend it to you. Easy peasy. Any questions for Ms. Fallon?
  • I will see you all again on Tuesday, which is Dan Bernowski's birthday. We are adjourned.
  • It's my mom's birthday, too, Dan. Thank you. Thank you.
Summary: The Labor and Workplace Standards Committee held public hearings on several Department of Labor and Industries request bills and related workplace measures. Senate Bill 6039 would allow L&I to send notices electronically with an opt-out option; Senator Curtis King and L&I supported it as a simple modernization and the committee heard no opposition. Senate Bill 6136 would require L&I to publish actuarially indicated workers’ compensation rates and explain when rates are capped below those levels; Senator King and employer groups described it as a transparency bill, while L&I said it would disclose how reserve funds and rate caps affect different classes. Senate Bill 6188 would expand L&I’s authority over asbestos certification rulemaking beyond rules specifically required to match federal standards; Senator Victoria Hunt and L&I argued this would strengthen worker safety and training, while the Building Industry Association raised concern about diverging from federal rules and asked for narrower authority. Senate Bill 6014 would create a Public Records Act exemption for people involved in pregnancy-accommodation complaints or investigations and fix a cross-reference in last year’s pregnancy accommodation law; Senator T’wina Nobles and Moms Rising said it would restore intended protections and privacy for pregnant and postpartum workers. The committee also heard testimony on Senate Bill 6058, which would give L&I discretion to investigate wage complaints under the Wage Payment Act and assess penalties for willful violations when it initiates an investigation; L&I supported the bill and noted a House amendment to reduce costs and avoid conflict with another wage-recovery measure. For Senate Bill 6136, hospitality, construction, and self-insured employer representatives all supported the measure as a transparency step, with the self-insurers noting the impact of PTSD presumptive claims on rate classes. For Senate Bill 6188, L&I said the bill would let the department set stronger certification standards for asbestos workers and supervisors, while BIAW argued the bill should be limited to specific EPA model standards rather than removing the current statutory limitation. In executive session, the committee took action on five bills. On Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 5061, which requires annual prevailing-wage adjustments in public works contracts, an amendment allowing change orders for wage increases over 5% failed, a one-year effective-date delay was adopted, and the bill passed 7-2 as amended. Substitute Senate Bill 5874, allowing ESD to waive penalties for minor unemployment-insurance reporting errors, passed 9-0. Senate Bill 5944, making missed-appointment payments part of bargained compensation for language access providers, passed 9-0. Substitute Senate Bill 5972, expanding binding interest arbitration for correctional officers in city and county jails, rejected two amendments that would have limited the binding effect and required consideration of local fiscal ability, then passed 8-1. Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6302, addressing misclassification of independent contractors on public works projects, passed 9-0. The committee then adjourned.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Jun 8th, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • a festive mood, would you please join me in wishing Assembly Member Joe Patterson a happy early birthday
  • It's his birthday tomorrow. Happy birthday, Joe.
  • And I want to commend both the author, but also the Assembly Member from Los Angeles and also the Assembly
Summary: The Assembly convened, established a quorum, and handled a number of procedural motions, including suspending rules for adjournments in memory and guest introductions, rescinding prior action on SB 493, and re-referring several Senate bills to different committees. Members also recognized guests on the floor, including family members, interns, firefighters from the Corona Fire Department, and the Quartz Hill High girls’ soccer team, which was honored for its historic championship season. The main floor action was on AB 1795 by Assembly Member Gibson, the Smoke Damage Recovery Act, which would create statewide standards for inspecting, testing, and remediating wildfire smoke damage and set clearer insurance claim practices. Supporters said the bill would help wildfire survivors return home safely and urged science-based standards and a rebuttable presumption that contamination after a wildfire was caused by the fire; opponents warned the bill could raise costs and should better address government failures in fire recovery. The bill passed on a 54-6 vote, including the urgency clause. Members also adopted SCR 137, proclaiming March 15 as Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Day, with remarks praising her role in advancing gender equality and equal rights. The resolution was adopted after 65 co-authors were added and then approved by voice vote. The consent calendar, including SJR 11, was adopted 71-0. A large portion of the session was devoted to adjournments in memory, including tributes to Larry Vane, Dr. William A. Burke, Colonel Alfred P. Glover, and Rita Semmel. The Assembly also honored departing Member James Gallagher, who gave extended farewell remarks before leaving for Congress. The house then announced upcoming committee meetings and adjourned until Thursday, June 11, at 9 a.m.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Jun 8th, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • in a festive mood, would you please join me in wishing Assemblymember Joe Patterson a happy early birthday
  • It's his birthday tomorrow. Happy birthday, Joe.
  • And I want to commend both the author, but also the Assembly Member from Los Angeles and also the Assembly
Keywords: 988, house, all
TX

Texas 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 5th, 2025

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • First off, join me in wishing happy birthdays to both J. Dean and Sergio Munoz.
  • Today is their birthdays.
  • , I would like to welcome Shelley Corrales, the CEO of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce on her birthday
  • As we stand here today, let us commend the Zoroastrian community for their enduring legacy. continued
Keywords: 1184, house, all
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Session (06/04/2026)

New Hampshire House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • So I would speaker to commend our chair.
  • ,</c> so anyway, uh America's 250th birthday, so anyway, uh America's 250th birthday, it's<05:50:54.320
  • So you can surprise him and say, "Happy birthday, Dad."
  • </c> him and say, "Happy birthday, Dad." him and say, "Happy birthday, Dad."
  • So, happy birthday, Dad. I love you. Thank you.
Keywords: 1189, house, all
MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

2026 Legislative Session - Day Fourteen - Tuesday, February 3

Missouri House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Gene is from California and is to be commended for his exceptional service and dedication as president
  • Happy birthday. Further introductions, gentleman from veteran Pulaski. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
  • Happy birthday, Judah. Okay.
  • Happy birthday, Judah. Okay.
  • I ran up here because I wanted to take this, and they have gone on to see more birthdays.
Keywords: 959, house, all
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, December 4, 2025)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • party in Stockton, California birthday party in Stockton, California is<00:49:01.599><c> a</c><00:49
  • They will never get that chance, all because they went to a birthday party.
  • Because they went to a birthday party, and this Congress refuses to do anything about it time and time
  • No greater threat to them at church, at their birthday parties, or any other private or public space
  • effective and and I commend the effective and exemplary<02:12:35.520><c> service</c><02:12:35.840><c
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations Feb 12th, 2026

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • But I want to commend the Senate, and I want to commend Senator Bracey Davis for this significant bipartisan
  • Today, we actually mark the birthday of President Abraham Lincoln, a leader who believed that America's
  • And on Lincoln's birthday, I think it's only appropriate that we recommit ourselves to the standard that
  • Having said that, I think the Senate and Senator Brodeur, to be commended for a very elegant compromise
Keywords: 999, senate, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Natural Resources Committee Apr 6th, 2026

Natural Resources

Transcript Highlights:
  • So it's full of birthdays today and celebration of her bill. So with that, Susan.
  • So it's full of birthdays today and celebration of her bill. So with that, Susan.
  • Susan's birthday. We'll now turn it to committee members. Mr.
  • Nakamura, happy birthday. It's great to see you.
  • Happy birthday. All right. Thank you, everyone. Thank you very much. Mr.
Keywords: 988, house, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Business and Professions Committee Apr 14th, 2026

Business and Professions

Transcript Highlights:
  • I do want to commend you for already working with the opposition.
  • And there's a picture of a birthday cake. So... You don't get fat.
  • And there's a picture of a birthday cake.
  • So I commend the author and everybody.
  • So I commend the author. and everybody. Animal bills are often like herding cats.
Keywords: 988, house, all
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Human Services Jan 28th, 2026 at 05:45 pm

Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • So I commend this bill to you and I see our chair has arrived. Great. Thank you, Senator Torres.
  • So I commend this bill to you.
  • So I commend this bill to you.
  • So I really commend the prime sponsor for this.
  • I celebrated my 16th birthday at wilderness camp.
Bills: SB5979 , SB6308 , SB6319
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Interim Joint Committee on Agriculture. (7-2-26)

Agriculture

Transcript Highlights:
  • So, if you could actually his birthday.
  • So, happy birthday, Mom.
  • So, happy birthday, Mom.
  • So, happy birthday, Mom.
  • Chairman both of them for commend Mr.
Committee: Joint Agriculture