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FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-05-12 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Today, we honor her life, her legacy, and her many contributions to Coral Springs, Broward County, and
- The Florida Legislature Joint Proclamation, to the Honorable Members of the Florida Senate and the Florida
- The Honorable Ben Albritton, President, I am directed to inform the Senate that the House of Representatives
- The Honorable Ben Albritton, President, I am directed to inform the Senate that the House of Representatives
- The Honorable Ben L. Britton President.
Summary:
The Senate convened in special session, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and observed a moment of silence for Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Mateer. The Secretary then read the special session proclamation, which limited the session to budget-related matters including the General Appropriations Act, implementing bill, collective bargaining/state employee issues, retirement, law enforcement radio system funding, health, higher education, K-12 education, government administration, corrections, judges, documentary stamp tax distributions, petroleum cleanup, fuel taxes, and taxation. Chair Hooper outlined the process for handling Senate and House budget bills and conference posture.
The Senate took up and passed several Senate bills, including SB 2506E on fuel taxes, SB 2508E on the state agency law enforcement radio system, SB 2512E on judges, and SB 2514E on K-12 education, each by 32-0. The chamber then received House bills and, for each, adopted delete-all amendments to place the Senate language onto the House vehicle or delete everything to prepare for conference. Bills addressed included HB 7031E (taxation), HB 5701E (petroleum cleanup programs), HB 5203E (government administration), HB 5207E (Department of Management Services), HB 5403E (correctional facilities financing and capital improvements), HB 5501E (documentary stamp tax distributions), HB 5001E (the General Appropriations Act), HB 5003E (implementing bill), HB 5201E (collective bargaining), HB 5205E (retirement), HB 5601E (higher education), and HB 5301E (health care). Most passed 32-0, with HB 5403E passing 31-0.
During debate on HB 7031E, Leader Berman urged consideration of suspending the motor fuel tax to provide immediate relief at the pump, citing high gas prices. The Senate ultimately passed the House bill as amended and then acceded to the House request for conference on the taxation package and the other House bills. The Senate also substituted HB 5001E for SB 2500E and HB 5003E for SB 2502E, and similarly substituted House bills for the related Senate conforming bills before voting to send them to conference.
At the close of business, the Senate observed a moment of silence for former Senator Bill Posey. The Rules Chair announced the Special Order Calendar Group would not meet that day or the next, and the Senate adopted a motion to establish the special order calendar for the remainder of the special session by website publication and Secretary announcement. The Senate then adjourned upon the call of the President for committee meetings and other business.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-05-12 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Today, we honor her life, her legacy, and her many contributions to Coral Springs, Broward County, and
- The Florida Legislature Joint Proclamation, to the Honorable Members of the Florida Senate and the Florida
- The Honorable Ben Albritton, President: I’m directed to inform the Senate that the House of Representatives
- The Honorable Ben L.
- The Honorable Ben Al-Briton President.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Melissa Hortman State Office Building 3/12/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- This is about common humanity and the dignity of honoring our own.
- </c> Melissa Hortman's honor. Melissa Hortman's honor.
- Melissa grew up in honoring our own.
- Um, you know, I don't know a better way, what, what, um, profound way to honor her than to attach her
- </c> to honor Melissa and her memory. to honor Melissa and her memory.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Sponsored by the Honorable Aaron Zwiener of Hayes County.
- It's an honor to be with you this morning.
- It's a blessing and honor given to them to work on behalf of the people.
- And so, not only am I honored to do that.
- Members, it is my honor today to recognize Allen Legislative Day.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- It's an honor and a privilege to stand before you today as we gather to celebrate and reflect on the
- It's an honor and a privilege to stand before you today as we gather to celebrate and reflect on the
- It's an honor and a privilege to stand before you today as we gather to celebrate and reflect on the
- It's an honor and a privilege to stand before you today as we gather to celebrate and reflect on the
- I have the honor today of introducing the Marley family with us here today.
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum present, approved the previous day’s journal, and opened with a moment of contemplation honoring Bob Marley. Several senators spoke about Marley’s life, music, and activism, emphasizing his messages of peace, justice, unity, and resistance. One senator highlighted Marley’s 1979 visit to Hawaii and his influence on Hawaiian and “Jawaiian” music, while another introduced members of the Marley family and recognized their continuing musical work and cultural legacy. The Senate also recognized staff members from one senator’s office during the introductions.
After the contemplative remarks and guest introductions, the presiding officer asked for a few minutes for photographs. The chamber then processed Governor’s Message No. 665, withdrawing a nomination to the Campaign Spending Commission, and Governor’s Messages Nos. 666 to 668, transmitting nominations to various boards and commissions. Those messages were referred according to the Order of the Day, and Standing Committee Reports Nos. 480 to 674 were adopted by motion without objection.
In announcements, the presiding officer thanked the SMA team and legislative staff for efficient work on a record number of bills during the first lateral, noted the upcoming three-day weekend, and extended birthday wishes to Clerk Carol Taniguchi. The Senate then adjourned by motion until 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18th.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 20 (2-4-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- Samantha Shaver Adams in honoring Dr.
- And I will tell words, honoring her.
- </c><00:32:51.039><c> the</c> resolution recognizing and honoring the resolution recognizing and honoring
Summary:
The Kentucky Senate convened with an opening prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, then completed roll call, excused absent senators, and approved the journal from February 3, 2026. The chamber received second readings for Senate Bill 5 on Kentucky-grown agricultural product procurement and Senate Bill 73 on tallow-based cosmetic products, and heard committee reports advancing Senate Bill 18 with a committee substitute, along with Senate Bills 33, 85, and 132. The House also communicated passage of House Bill 1694 and requested concurrence. Senate Bill 162, relating to children, was introduced, and Senate Bill 34 was passed over while retaining its place on the calendar.
The Senate adopted Senate Citation 4 recognizing National School Counseling Week, with remarks emphasizing the role of school counselors in student academic and mental health support. The body also adopted Senate Resolution 71 honoring Dr. Samantha Shaver for her service as president of the Kentucky Dental Association; the sponsor and other members praised her leadership and oral health advocacy. Later, the Senate received a committee report posting Senate Bills 5, 12, and 73 to the regular orders and referring several bills to committees, including Senate Bills 129, 136, and 183 to Economic Development, Tourism, and Labor, Senate Bill 71 to Education, and Senate Bill 9 to State and Local Government.
Members made several co-sponsorship requests for bills including Senate Bills 9, 12, 33, 132, 143, 153, 154, 159, and 183. A lengthy floor statement from the Senator from Clay praised Senator McConnell’s long service and recent federal funding achievements for Kentucky, including education, transportation, defense, and economic development projects. The Senate also received a floor amendment to Senate Bill 33, introduced Senate Bill 163 on unemployment insurance and Senate Resolution 78 honoring the CSX Santa Train, and then adjourned until 2 p.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, March 24, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Speaker, I rise today to honor the Mr.
- /c><00:16:09.199><c> and</c> recognized with numerous honors and recognized with numerous honors and
- ><c> by</c> Citizen Honors Award Service Honore by Citizen Honors Award Service Honore by the<00:47:26.400
- My team gets to work and we find more medals of honor, deserved honor.
- </c> more medals of honor, deserved honor. more medals of honor, deserved honor.
Bills:
HB6422 , HB3410 , HB2247 , HB6460 , HB6427 , HB5663 , HB6267 , HB6618 , HB7342 , HCR73 , HB7388 , HB6481 , HB6480 , HB2474 , HB4624
Keywords:
water quality, EPA, environmental protection, coastal restoration, federal funding, supersonic flight, aviation, FAA regulations, aerospace standards, noise standards, certificates, FAA, digital access, regulations, drones, recreational use, unmanned aircraft, regulation, airspace, airport construction
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 1st, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Assembly Chamber of Sacramento, Thursday, May 7, 2026, the Assembly met at 9 a.m., the Honorable Josh
- I have the honor...
- I have the honor of welcoming the Futures High School Hydrogen Car Grand Prix team.
- As the granddaughter of immigrants from the Azorean Island of Trisada, I am honored to recognize the
- Trisada, I am honored to recognize the countless contributions of Portuguese Californians.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- This award is intended to honor Texans who have either one, honorably retired from position of public
- Honoring the city's rich legacy as a hub for. world-renowned high-quality handmade boots.
- El Paso is the boot capital of Texas this SCR 29 will honor the induring impact of generations of El
- For decades, El Paso has been home to re- bootmakers and this designation would honor our pivotal role
- This powerful eight-foot bronze sculpture honors the miracle of life and the irreplaceable role of the
Committee:
Senate Administration
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Session Jun 21st, 2026 at 06:00 pm
Massachusetts Joint Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Admit the honorable committee. Thank you. Senator Sear.
- Madam President, her Honor, Lieutenant Governor King Griskel.
- Admit the Honorable Committee. Committee.
- We are honored to admit Her Excellency. We are honored to admit Her Excellency.
- This year, we're going to honor another Celtics legend.
Summary:
The joint convention of the Massachusetts Legislature convened to receive the Governor’s State of the Commonwealth address. The session began with procedural motions to appoint committees to notify the lieutenant governor, constitutional officers, Executive Council, and Governor, followed by an invocation from Archbishop Richard G. Henning, the posting and retiring of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem. The Governor was then formally admitted to the chamber and delivered the address, with a benediction afterward by Rabbi Elaine Zacker.
Governor Maura Healey’s address focused on affordability and public services. She highlighted actions and proposals on housing, including faster permitting, use of state land for housing, accessory dwelling units, down payment assistance, and expanded programs to help first-time buyers. She also discussed energy affordability, saying she would oppose utility rate hikes, pursue an energy affordability bill, and temporarily reduce electric and gas bills. On health care, she described efforts to cap costs, prevent prior authorization for insulin, ban medical debt reporting to credit agencies, and form a health care affordability working group. She also proposed making subscription cancellations easier, improving transportation through bridge repairs and transit investments, and strengthening protections for children on social media.
The Governor also emphasized education, workforce development, and economic competitiveness, citing the state’s top national education ranking, expanded pre-K and child care, literacy and tutoring investments, early college opportunities, and a goal of 100,000 apprentices over 10 years. She praised Massachusetts’ response to federal actions, including support for vaccines, food assistance, abortion access, and research funding, and she criticized the Trump administration on tariffs, health care cuts, and immigration enforcement. She also noted public safety and veterans’ issues, including new assisted-living protections after the Gabriel House fire and the rebuilding of veterans’ homes. No substantive votes on legislation were taken beyond adoption of the ceremonial orders and the final adjournment motion.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 024 Feb 7th, 2026
Colorado Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Apr 21st, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Please stand for a moment of silence and reflection in honor of Pope Francis.
- The Honorable Josh Lowenthal, Speaker Pro Tempore of the assembly presiding.
- This is presented every year on the floor and it is my honor to do it this year.
- Today we honor the lives lost and uplift the voices of survivors and their descendants.
- And we honor your resilience and your strength, and we will never forget.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Military and Veterans Affairs Oct 14th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- The Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, Hershey Miyamura, was one of our members.
- The American Legion is proud of us and is participating in Veteran Honors.
- And reestablish that so that veterans can get full military honors.
- You get different... size of the honor guard.
- And this year, we'll be honoring another 20, I believe.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- In the gallery today, we have somebody that we honored this past week.
- </c><00:02:55.599><c> who</c> would like to introduce the honores who would like to introduce the honores
- So to come full circle and see Wilson here 20 years later, it's a great honor.
- Wilson is a senior from Maui High honor.
- </c> the purpose of meeting our honored the purpose of meeting our honored guests.<00:09:08.959><c> But
Summary:
The Senate convened, took roll, approved the previous day’s journal, and spent much of the first portion of the meeting recognizing Education Week honorees. Senators introduced students and coaches from the LifeSmarts Consumer Education Competition, including first-place Iolani School, second-place Kahalani High School, and Oahu teams placing third and fourth. The Senate also recognized 2025 Senate Youth Delegate Wilson Chow and thanked staff and community partners for supporting Education Week 2025.
The chamber then moved to executive business, adopting standing committee reports 1210 through 1349 and confirming Governor’s Message No. 644, Steven Logan, as Adjutant General of the Department of Defense by unanimous consent. Senators spoke in support of Logan’s military and public safety experience, and he was confirmed with 23 ayes. The Senate also confirmed Governor’s Message No. 645, Mike Lambert, as Director of the Department of Law Enforcement, with senators citing his HPD background, work on homelessness, vice, agricultural crimes, and school enforcement; the confirmation passed with 22 ayes.
After the confirmations, the Senate recognized the newly appointed officials and their families and guests. The body then passed House Bill 991, Senate Draft 1, relating to criminal history record checks, on third reading by unanimous consent with 22 ayes. The session concluded with announcements, including a YWCA clothing drive, a personal letter from Representative Gene Ward announcing his resignation from the House effective at the end of the month due to health issues, and a motion to adjourn until Monday, March 24th at 11:30 a.m., which was adopted without objection.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, May 15, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- We honor their service. We honor their sacrifice.
- We honor their service. We honor their sacrifice.
- We honor their service. We communities. We honor their service.
- To honor the lives of those we war.
Bills:
HB8469
Keywords:
military construction, veterans affairs, VA appropriations, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, military housing, family housing, veterans health care, veterans benefits, medical services, community care, toxic exposure fund, burn pits, women veterans, suicide prevention, Veterans Crisis Line, electronic health record modernization, EHRM, barracks, telehealth
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Seventy One - Friday, May 15 - Morning Session
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I've been given the honor of making the last remarks.
- The Honorable Mr.
- It has been an honor.
- It's been an honor to serve with all of you. Thank you.
- Speaker, have I been honorable while I have been here?
Summary:
The House met on the final day of session with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the previous day’s journal by a 126-0 vote. Much of the early floor time was devoted to points of personal privilege, with members and the Speaker offering lengthy tributes to departing colleagues, House staff, law enforcement, veterans, and family members. Several members reflected on their service, discussed the challenges of the session, and thanked staff in the chamber and across the Capitol for their work.
The chamber then took up Senate messages and committee reports, followed by several bills and resolutions. House Bill 2636, dealing with mortgage modification and related consumer protections, was adopted as amended and finally passed by votes of 142-1 on adoption and 144-1 on final passage. House Bill 2397, concerning water district dissolution procedures and related safeguards, was adopted and finally passed by votes of 129-16 and 127-17. House Bill 2576, a naming and designation bill adding observances and memorial highways/bridges, was adopted and finally passed by votes of 136-4 and 134-6.
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 replace state taxes through long-term investment returns. Supporters argued it was a forward-looking fiscal strategy based on compound interest and could reduce reliance on taxes over generations. Opponents warned that the state was facing near-term budget shortfalls and that locking money away could make it inaccessible during emergencies or when needed for current services. The transcript ends during continued debate on the resolution, with no final vote shown.
PA
Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Jun 29 2026)
Pennsylvania Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Today's chaplain is the Honorable Rosemary M. Brown, Senator from the 40th senatorial district.
- Further from the Governor: Conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate.
- to that division of the militia which has done so much honor to their country.
- to that division of the militia which has done so much honor to their country. does honor to that division
- of the militia, which has done so much honor to their country.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, June 27, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Speaker, we honor Lieutenant And Mr.
- </c> plaque, a simple plaque to honor plaque, a simple plaque to honor the<00:40:21.119><c> noble</c>
- I had the honor of serving with the Honorable Barney Frank when I was in Congress.
- I had the honor of serving with the Honorable Barney Frank when I was in Congress.
- ><c> with</c><02:20:26.000><c> the</c><02:20:26.240><c> Honorable</c> the honor of serving with the Honorable
Bills:
HR516
Keywords:
riots, peaceful protest, law enforcement, California, immigration enforcement, public safety, vandalism, crime
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 40 Morning Session Apr 14th, 2026 at 09:30 am
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Florida, the House will stand at ease as we await the Honorable Senate.
- So I really appreciate if you guys could honor him. Dr.
- Welcome, ladies and gentlemen and honored guests.
- Members, it is my honor and distinct pleasure to introduce Major General Thomas H.
- Well, we honor the lineage of the 45th and its great accomplishments.
Bills:
SB1290 , SB1530 , SB1847 , HR1050 , SB169 , SB1377 , SB1990 , SB1991 , SB1778 , SB1579 , SB1992 , SB3 , SB2028 , SB1928 , SB2127 , SB2117 , SB1439 , SB1930 , SB330 , SB1191 , SB2110 , SB2134 , SB2069 , SB2095 , SB1613 , SB1246 , SB1976 , SB1346 , SB1509 , SB2071 , SB259 , SB1314
Keywords:
2-1-1 services, revolving fund, Department of Human Services, crisis pregnancy, abortion, legal funding, research funding, development rebate, Oklahoma Department of Commerce, tax incentives, higher education partnerships, Medicaid, ADvantage Waiver, home-based services, eligibility criteria, healthcare, senior services, Taiwan, Oklahoma, sister-state relationship
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 40 Morning Session Apr 14th, 2026
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- House standing at ease as we await the Honorable Senate.
- So I really appreciate if you guys could honor him. Dr.
- Welcome, ladies and gentlemen and honored guests.
- Members, it is my honor and distinct pleasure to introduce Major General Thomas H.
- Well, we honor the lineage of the 45th and its great accomplishments.
Summary:
The House convened, took a roll call, and heard the daily prayer and Pledge of Allegiance before several special presentations. Members recognized recipients of the Oklahoma Seal of Biliteracy, the Fort Gibson High School wrestling team, the Doctor of the Day Dr. Jason Lees, the Nurse of the Day Teddy Cole, and the 32nd Annual Cattlemen’s Leadership Academy group. The chamber then stood at ease while awaiting the Senate and later convened a joint session with the Senate to honor the Oklahoma National Guard.
In the joint session, Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell presided over Oklahoma National Guard Appreciation Day. Chaplain Josh Byrd delivered the invocation, Major General Thomas Mancino and Representative Hildebrandt spoke in praise of the Guard’s service and history, and Lieutenant Colonel Neil Harvey read the proclamation. Speakers highlighted the Guard’s deployments, disaster response, and the commemorative arch and museum projects. The joint session was then dissolved.
Back in the House, members considered Senate Bill 2060, the Build Act, which would authorize master development districts and alternative infrastructure financing for residential and other developments. Supporters said it would help finance roads, water, sewer, and other infrastructure without creating public debt, while opponents argued it created an unelected quasi-government entity with strong lien powers, limited local control, and similarities to State Question 833, which voters had rejected. After debate, the House passed SB 2060 by a vote of 54-40.
The House also adopted and passed several committee reports and bills with emergency clauses: House Bill 4042, appropriating funds to the Department of Commerce for census-related technology and staffing, passed 90-6 with the emergency approved; House Bill 4037, increasing the Ethics Commission revolving fund cap as its oversight duties expand, passed 91-0 with the emergency approved; and House Bill 4043, appropriating resources to Oklahoma Task Force One and the Department of Emergency Management, passed 93-3 with the emergency approved. The House then recessed until 12:30 p.m.