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OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 22nd, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Ponca City in the example they set for others.
  • I know we have a representative from the Oklahoma City Zoo. City Zoo. Mr.
  • My 4-H programs focus on citizenship, healthy living, and science.
  • We also have supporting programs.
  • I drove all the way up to the Kansas City casino, 45 miles from my house.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 22nd, 2026

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • These are the Ponca City High School drill team ladies.
  • These ladies work very These are the Ponca City High School drill team ladies.
  • Thank you for supporting programs like ours and for celebrating these athletes.
  • I know we do have a representative from the Oklahoma City Zoo. Mr.
  • I know we do have representative from the Oklahoma City Zoo. Mr.
Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, heard an invocation, and recognized several guests and groups in the gallery, including the Ponca City High School Poe High Steppers, the Edmond Democratic Women, family members of senators, a Grace Reform Baptist Church co-op group, and Oklahoma 4-H participants. The chamber also honored the Red Oak Lady Eagles state championship basketball team with a citation and remarks celebrating their first school basketball title and strong season. The Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 22, supporting the Lights Out Oklahoma campaign to reduce bird mortality during migration by encouraging reduced exterior lighting in peak migration months. The chamber also adopted Senate Resolution 41, proclaiming April 22, 2026, as the 27th annual 4-H Day at the Capitol, with testimony from 4-H representatives emphasizing youth leadership, civic engagement, and workforce readiness. Several bills passed, including House Bill 169 (house amendments adopted and the bill passed as an emergency measure), House Bill 2123 on the Arkansas River bridge, House Bill 2650 on summary administration estate thresholds, House Bill 3260 on funeral director continuing education approvals, House Bill 3403 on a DEQ/OSU sewage sludge pilot study, House Bill 3649 on the Mental Health Department real property trust, House Bill 3742 on criminal discovery, House Bill 3831 on a Task Force One revolving fund, House Bill 3996 on indigent defense experts in capital cases, House Bill 4321 on limits on retroactive building rule application, and House Bill 4339 on summary administration notice timing. House Bill 1047, which would have authorized a tribal sports betting framework and related revenue distributions, drew extensive debate over gambling addiction, revenue, tribal compacts, geofencing, and NIL funding, but failed 21-27; Senator Coleman gave notice of intent to reconsider. The Senate then announced an Appropriations Committee meeting and adjourned until the next scheduled session.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Agriculture Committee Meeting - 2025-03-26

Agriculture Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Many of our small producers, as we all heard, utilize the federal program.
  • Local small producers aren't able to access the funds.
  • specifically. ...increase in the program.
  • immediately. ...program immediately.
  • For some of the, we set up two grant programs: one is an AgriWorks grant program and one is Agri-Support
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee 3/26/25

Agriculture Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Um, uh, many of our small producers, uh, as we all heard, um, utilizes the federal program for the local
  • Um, uh, many of our small producers, uh, as we all heard, um, utilizes the federal program for the local
  • </c> grant program and one is agri support. grant program and one is agri support.
  • rather than earmarking agri program rather than earmarking individual<00:33:56.320><c> small</c><00:
  • the other grant programs within agri. So the other grant programs within agri.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

AEN-TRS, EDT-AEN, AEN DEFER, AEN Public Hearings 02-13-2026

Agriculture and Environment

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c><00:42:48.400><c> We're</c> Ocean Professionals Program. We're Ocean Professionals Program.
  • . programs. programs.
  • </c> program within ADAB. program within ADAB.
  • and a grant program within DAG.
  • </c> stewardship pilot program within DAB. stewardship pilot program within DAB.
Bills: SB2709, SB3154
Summary: The hearing began with SB 2709, which would require the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish rules to enforce the Okami arrival program and strengthen quarantine enforcement for plants, non-domestic animals, and microorganisms. The Department of Land and Natural Resources and the Hawaii Invasive Species Council supported the bill, as did DAB, saying it would improve biosecurity and make some provisions mandatory rather than optional. Alaska/Hawaiian Airlines supported the goal but raised concerns about language changing inspections from “may” to “shall” for aircraft, warning of possible federal preemption and operational conflicts unless the bill is clarified to align with federal aviation safety, security, and operational requirements. Committee members questioned DAB about inspection timing, scope, and compliance; DAB said the measure is intended to increase enforcement, improve form completion rates toward a 90% goal, and expand beyond airlines to other entry modes, while also noting plans to restore detector dog use and improve software/AI tools for processing forms. Decision-making on SB 2709 was deferred to February 17 at 3:02 p.m. in Room CR229. The committees then took up SB 3154, an administration measure authorizing the Department of Transportation to assume certain National Environmental Policy Act responsibilities for highway, rail, public transportation, and multimodal projects, with the aim of streamlining environmental review. DOT supported the bill and explained that it would allow the department to work directly with federal resource agencies such as U.S. Fish and Wildlife and SHPO rather than routing everything through federal highways. After brief discussion, the Committee on Transportation voted to pass SB 3154 with technical amendments, and the AEN committee followed with the same recommendation; the measure was adopted with five votes in favor. A later portion of the transcript shifted to SB 2374 on the blue economy. DBED said it supported the concept but noted that it already sits on many working groups and would need resources if a new working group is created. DBED suggested the committee could instead request research through a letter or memo, and said agencies including ADC, HTDC, and Agriculture had already begun internal discussions. Testimony in support came from IMUA Alliance, Hawaii Food Policy, and others, emphasizing the potential for blue economy ventures to support survivors, align with climate and cultural goals, and create economic opportunity. No final vote on SB 2374 appears in the excerpt.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • adds the ability to look at other qualified state suppliers for training and technical assistance programs
  • ...assistance programs. I yield. Members, do you have any questions on the bill?
  • Million gallons of water per day, which is approximately 39% of what the city of Stillwater consumes
  • And so they already are able to do what they need to within city limits.
  • And so they already are able to do what they need to within city limits.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Utilities REVISED: Link Added Feb 17th, 2026

Utilities

Transcript Highlights:
  • adds the ability to look at other qualified state suppliers for training and technical assistance programs
  • The speaker gave a personal example of owning a small parcel of land in the country, surrounded by a
  • can do what they need to within city limits.
  • do what they need to within city limits.
  • It creates the wildfire mitigation program revolving fund, and it also...
Summary: The committee first heard House Bill 4246, which would expand training and technical assistance options for rural water-related programs by allowing the state to consider qualified suppliers other than the Rural Water Association. After brief questions about the type of vendors involved, the bill received a 7-0 due pass vote. House Bill 3989 followed and was described as cleanup language continuing prior negotiations among the oil and gas industry, electric co-ops, and investor-owned utilities; the committee adopted the PCS and passed the bill 7-0. Members then considered House Bill 2992, the Data Center Customer Protection Act of 2026. The committee adopted a PCS and an amendment reducing the threshold from 100 megawatts to 75 megawatts. The bill would require data centers to pay infrastructure costs tied to their electricity demand so those costs are not shifted to other ratepayers; it passed 7-0. House Bill 3464, which adds protections and regulatory requirements for battery storage and updates transparency and decommissioning provisions for wind and solar projects, also passed 7-0 after adoption of a PCS. House Bill 3724, as revised in a second PCS, drew the most debate. It would define high-demand facilities to include data centers, cryptocurrency mining operations, AI computing facilities, and large battery storage systems, and would impose restrictions on subsidies, infrastructure costs, water use, foreign ownership, agricultural land siting, noise, decommissioning, and local approval processes, including a petition mechanism to overturn local decisions. Supporters argued it was needed to protect communities, landowners, water resources, and ratepayers; opponents raised concerns about property rights, agricultural land restrictions, local control, and the petition/recall process. The bill failed on a 2-6 vote and remained in committee. Finally, the committee took up House Bill 2989, which would allow electric utilities to prepare wildfire mitigation plans, create a wildfire mitigation revolving fund, and direct the Conservation Commission to develop a wildfire mitigation test pilot and refine mitigation strategies. With a PCS adopted and no debate, the bill passed 8-0, and the meeting adjourned.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Judiciary Apr 28th, 2026

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • , or lived in one of the wards that weren't included in the city court, had no access to a small claims
  • In a city court, you have a $5,000 small claims division, and then you have a civil division from $5,000
  • And a defendant, if he's sued in at least a city court small claims, if the defendant comes in and wants
  • Small claims is under $5,000. ...the city court, right? Yes.
  • Small claims is under $5,000. ...the city court, right? Yes.
Summary: The committee met with a quorum and first took up House Bill 1165, which was converted into a substitute bill to reorganize the Avoyelles Parish court system by creating two city courts, one for Marksville and one for Bunkie, and expanding their jurisdiction parishwide, including small claims and certain misdemeanor, civil, and juvenile matters. The sponsor and supporting judges said the change would better use existing courts and improve access to justice, while the district attorney opposed it, arguing it would not help the criminal docket, could create staffing and constitutional issues, and needed more study. After questions about voting districts, appellate procedure, and minority vote dilution, the committee adopted the substitute and reported the bill favorably. The committee then heard House Bill 1064 creating a domestic violence intervention court pilot program in the 19th Judicial District, with testimony from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council and the YWCA describing a specialty court model focused on accountability, victim services, and wraparound support. The bill was reported favorably. House Bill 341, clarifying law enforcement officer rights during administrative investigations, was amended to specify administrative matters and reported with amendments. House Concurrent Resolution 64, as amended, expanded a study of behavioral health courts to include additional parishes and a later reporting deadline, and was reported favorably. House Bill 579, the sexual assault survivor bill of rights, was amended to strengthen notice, confidentiality, and funding provisions and then reported favorably. Later, House Bill 1004, which would have raised the jurisdictional threshold for justice of the peace courts from $5,000 to $7,500, drew significant opposition from city court judges who warned of unintended consequences, including different evidentiary standards, possible attorney-representation issues for entities, and added burdens on district courts. Supporters framed it as an inflation adjustment and access-to-justice measure, but after debate the committee voted 5-11 to defer the bill. House Bill 183, limiting courthouse cell phone bans in fee-payment areas, was amended and then failed on a 7-7 tie with the chair voting no. The committee also reported favorably House Bill 451 on ATC hearing notices, House Bill 541 on micro distillers via substitute, Senate Bill 44 on tactical medical professionals’ firearms, House Resolution 37 honoring veterans who served in Honduras, and House Bill 89 requiring a district attorney office to pay certain retirees’ health premiums from its own funds. Several other bills were voluntarily deferred, and the meeting ended with a motion to adjourn.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Judiciary Apr 28th, 2026

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • or lived in one of the wards that weren't included in the city court had no access to a small claims
  • But basically, it's a small contract. It's small claims, small contract, as described to you.
  • In a city court, you have a $5,000 small claims division, and then you have a civil division from $5,000
  • And a defendant, if he's sued in a city court small claims, if the defendant comes in and wants to do
  • Small claims... ...the city court, right? Yes. Anything over $5,000 is regular civil docket.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 8th, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Doctor Woods has served a wonderful people of South Oklahoma City for a decade, owning her private practice
  • He broke the 5K record at the Nike indoor nationals in New York City with a time of 14:16, placing him
  • Rogers County Leadership Program, would you all stand? I spent lunch with them.
  • of and a record amount of business capital so that we can attract entrepreneurs to start or expand small
  • And if you could come into our building trades program and see some of these young people learning how
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 8th, 2026

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Woods has served the wonderful people of South Oklahoma City for a decade, owning her private practice
  • Woods has served the wonderful people of South Oklahoma City for a decade, owning her private practice
  • He broke the 5K record at the Nike Indoor Nationals in New York City with the time of 14:16, placing
  • We've got another great, amazing group of leaders: Rogers County Leadership Program.
  • And if you could come into our building trades program and see some of these young people learn.
Summary: The Senate convened, established a quorum, and opened with prayer. The chamber then recognized several guests and groups, including the Doctor of the Day Dr. Abby Woods, Nurse of the Day Kara de la Pena, and multiple student and community delegations. These included Dominic Matthias of Moore High School for his cross-country accomplishments, Calumet boys baseball and basketball teams for state championships, the Oklahoma Federation of Republican Women, Morris High School’s academic team, the Junior Chamber of Catoosa, Rogers County Leadership Program participants, and Legacy Christian Schools students. The Senate adopted Senate Resolution 40, designating the second week in April as Lung Cancer Action Week in Oklahoma. The resolution was presented in support of the American Lung Association’s efforts to raise awareness, encourage screening, and promote early detection, especially given the low screening rate among high-risk Oklahomans. The resolution passed without opposition, and unanimous consent was granted to make all senators co-authors unless they declined. The chamber also hosted Cherokee Nation Legislative Day. Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. and other Cherokee leaders spoke about the tribe’s history, sovereignty, and major investments in education, housing, health care, workforce development, and economic growth in Oklahoma. Hoskin emphasized the Cherokee Nation’s partnership with the state and urged support for Medicaid expansion, arguing it helps fund health care services and jobs. Later, Senator Weaver offered a personal privilege statement mourning the death of Trooper Vernon Brake in the line of duty, followed by a moment of silence. The only other action was an announcement inviting members to a Sportsman’s Caucus reception. With the clerk’s desk clear, the Senate adopted a motion to adjourn until Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Health and Welfare Apr 1st, 2026

Health and Welfare

Transcript Highlights:
  • Louisiana Medicaid programs, through a consolidated appropriations act.
  • Well, you know, I have some small businesses.
  • And I support small business, but I have concern for small businesses that already paid their dues to
  • When I know within USDA, we have a lot of grant programs.
  • And I have concerns about that in competing in my small rural areas that I have a small farm jelly place
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Health Care & Wellness Jan 30th, 2026 at 08:00 am

Health Care & Wellness

Transcript Highlights:
  • For background, the Certificate of Need Program...
  • For background, the Certificate of Need Program is a regulatory process that requires certain health
  • Additional elective PCI helps financially support broader hospital cardiac programs.
  • I'm from Fall City.
  • Adding PCI to that would not alter the process or the workload of the CON program.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Housing Finance and Policy Committee 3/18/26

Housing Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • ,</c> Workforce Housing Development Program, Workforce Housing Development Program, you<00:02:57.760>
  • operated by the city by the public housing agency of the city of St.
  • operated by the city by the public housing agency of the city of St.
  • operated by the city by the public housing agency of the city of St.
  • Uh, City of St.
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Feb 10th, 2026

County and Municipal Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • Only a small number of citizens engage in this work, not for personal gain, but for the good of Alamians
  • integrity in Alabama and other states.<00:14:19.120><c> Only</c><00:14:19.440><c> a</c><00:14:19.680><c> small
  • Only a small number of citizens states.
  • Only a small number of citizens engage<00:14:21.360><c> in</c><00:14:21.600><c> this</c><00:14:21.760
  • our agenda for today, but I did want to introduce y'all to the members of the Spanish Fort Junior City
Bills: SB249, SB259, HB67, HB214
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Transportation and Energy Committee Apr 15th, 2025

Transportation and Energy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Cities are seeing less and less support...
  • And just to my fellow members, you know, the city of Birmingham came here; they appealed.
  • If you had concerns from your cities, I just hate that you all chose to not support my city and my district
  • We did take the time to come here and prepare for this committee and say how it would impact the city
  • Um, and I just hate that you all took the position that you took on one of my cities.
Bills: HB323, SB271, SB295
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Transportation and Energy Committee Apr 10th, 2025

Transportation and Energy

Transcript Highlights:
  • from the city of Birmingham.
  • the city of Birmingham would have.
  • Chairman, um, we talked about cities.
  • Counties do not have franchise fees, just cities.
  • Our smaller cities don't have that in place.
Bills: SB271, SB295, SB309
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee 2/25/26

Children and Families Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • I served a small city surrounded by rural areas.
  • . programs. programs.
  • </c> program from the proposed state budget. program from the proposed state budget.
  • We had a small home delivery program in place for years, primarily utilized for senior citizens and the
  • We had a small home delivery<01:32:43.280><c> program</c><01:32:43.840><c> in</c><01:32:44.159><c> place