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LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations Apr 21st, 2026

Appropriations

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  • the later of December 31, 2026, or the execution of a contract.
  • And I always kind of felt guilty with those people, sitting in front of a group of election supervisors
  • I serve as Lafayette Parish Clerk of Court and past President of the Board of Election Supervisors.
  • line of duty.
  • But the fact of the matter is they will be, in terms of numbers and also in terms of compensation, very
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Business Apr 7th, 2026 at 10:30 am

Business

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  • I mean, some entity, a union of some sort, that is based out of California and people that are members
  • It is not the intent of this bill.
  • work that side of it.
  • it as a pledge card kind of thing.
  • I fully, I mean, most of you know I'm a little bit of trouble with a lot of my colleagues over a lot
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Business Apr 7th, 2026

Business

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  • So that is what you were speaking of is the result of a, a, a, a, a, a, a, a... ...speaking of is the
  • uncertainty around the state of Oklahoma, It puts a lot of uncertainty around the state of Oklahoma
  • I fully, I mean, most of you know, I'm a little bit of trouble with a lot of my, Thank you, sir.
  • I fully, I mean, most of you know, I'm a little bit of trouble with a lot of my, I fully—I mean, most
  • of you know I'm a little bit in trouble with a lot of my colleagues over a lot of the incentives that
Summary: The committee met with a quorum present and heard several bills, mostly business, licensing, and economic development measures. HB 1277, presented by Rep. Hill, updated OESC job-search requirements and added flexibility for rural residents; it passed 8-0. SB 1217, an OREC request bill presented by Rep. Osborne, would allow a person to tour a house without first signing a contract with a real estate agent; after questions about federal real estate settlement issues and buyer-agent compensation, it passed 7-1. SB 1826 would eliminate the sunset on the Oklahoma Enterprise Zone Incentive Leverage Act and passed 8-0. SB 1824 updated the Oklahoma General Corporation Act as a mirror to a House bill and passed 8-0. SB 1813 would allow the governor to enter athletic trainer licensure compacts with other jurisdictions and passed 7-1. SB 1326 modernized self-storage facility operations and passed 7-0. The committee then took up SB 1937, the Taxpayer Dollars Protect Workers Act, which would condition economic development incentives on labor-practice requirements intended to preserve secret-ballot organizing, employee privacy, and employer rights. Rep. Blancett raised concerns that the bill could harm the film, entertainment, and Olympic-related industries and undermine economic diversification, while Rep. Lepak argued it was aimed at preventing coercive organizing tactics and said similar measures had passed in other states. After a brief debate, the bill passed 5-1-2. Finally, SB 1641, requiring an email address in LLC articles of organization filed with the Secretary of State, passed unanimously. The committee then adjourned.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

EIG-PSM Public Hearing 03-31-2026

Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs

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  • And the ocean is a big part of who we are as people of Hawaii.
  • </c> are as people of Hawaii. are as people of Hawaii.
  • </c><00:08:16.160><c> of</c> professional working men and women of of professional working men and women
  • </c> got one of those guys. got one of those guys.
  • , but more of an intent of oversight, but more of an intent of having<00:20:15.240><c> them</c><00:20
Summary: The committee first heard SCR 56 and SR 54, which recognize open water lifeguards as first responders and acknowledge their role in emergency response and public safety. Testifiers from the Hawaiian Lifeguard Association, Hawaii Water Safety Coalition, Honolulu and Kauai Ocean Safety, and a junior guard all strongly supported the resolutions, describing lifeguards as often first on scene for drownings, cardiac arrest, spinal injuries, flooding rescues, and other emergencies. Several speakers said formal recognition would better reflect the work lifeguards already do and could improve training, support services, pay equity, and access to benefits such as retirement and trauma resources. Members asked about what legal or administrative changes would follow, and the discussion suggested the resolutions were a first step toward broader recognition and related policy changes. The committee then took up SCR 25 and SR 22, opposing federal condemnation or threats of condemnation to take control of Pohakuloa and other state land. The Office of Hawaiian Affairs supported the resolutions, saying Pohakuloa has deep historical, cultural, genealogical, and ecological significance and that any future decisions should go through existing state legal processes with meaningful consultation with Native Hawaiians. Members discussed the role of the governor’s advisory process, the need to follow DLNR/BLNR procedures, and concerns about environmental and health violations at the site. The committee also noted 14 written testimonies in support. Next, the committee heard SCR 79 and SR 81, urging the U.S. Navy to take responsibility for eradicating octocoral and other invasive species in Pearl Harbor waters, including West, Middle, and East Loch. DLNR supported the resolutions, and testimony focused on the spread of invasive coral, the difficulty of eradication, and the limited access state agencies have inside Pearl Harbor. Members raised concerns about contamination, responsibility for the problem, and whether the Navy should fund or carry out the cleanup; DLNR said it could not speak to broader contamination issues but supported the resolution as a way to encourage action. The committee then began discussion of SCR 179 and SR 174, which urge Maui County to enforce fire code provisions on brush clearance, fuel breaks, roadside vegetation clearing, and emergency access, with written support noted from Aloha Independent Living Hawaii.
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Finance and Taxation General Fund Mar 18th, 2026

Finance and Taxation General Fund

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  • Uh, as most all of you are aware, we have had proliferation of solar farms in several areas of the state
  • of of problem with your effective date of of when<00:16:02.160><c> you're</c><00:16:02.480><c> trying
  • of argument of limiting private property of being<00:21:27.760><c> able</c><00:21:28.000><c> to,</c>
  • As a matter of fact uh one of district.
  • Most of them don't spend a lot of time.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session 03-17-2026 11:30am

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

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  • </c> represent the future of our state. represent the future of our state.
  • </c> Complex Area Teacher of the Year. Complex Area Teacher of the Year.
  • , on behalf of the honor of recognizing, on behalf of myself,<00:08:25.160><c> Senator</c><00:08:25.480
  • </c><00:14:18.440><c> the</c> two of the students here with all of the two of the students here with
  • </c> the order of the day. the order of the day.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Pro Forma Floor Session Jan 22nd, 2026 at 12:30 pm

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

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  • Journal of the Day. The Secretary will read.
  • I move that the reading of the journal be dispensed with, and the journal of the previous day's business
  • Senator Ritchey has moved that the reading of the journal be dispensed with, and the journal of the previous
  • Senator Ritchey has moved that the reading of the journal be dispensed with, and the journal of the previous
  • Secretary of State message received. The Secretary of State message received. Senator Ritchey.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Jan 21st, 2026

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

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  • The title of the bill will be the title of the act.
  • The title of the bill will be the title of the act.
  • The title of the bill will be the title of the act.
  • The title of the bill will be the title of the act.
  • funds, if available, to help fund loans to finance repair of broadband.
Summary: The Senate opened with ceremonial business, including the roll call, colors, pledge, and prayer, then approved the previous day’s journal and referred committee reports and new introductions. Members also suspended rules to consider multiple resolutions and bills. Senate Resolution 8669, honoring National Blood Donor Month, was adopted after remarks emphasizing the life-saving importance of blood donation and recognizing the Northwest Blood Coalition, whose members were introduced in the gallery. The chamber then adopted Senate Resolution 8667 honoring Monica Alexander, executive director of the Criminal Justice Training Commission, with multiple senators praising her career in the State Patrol, her leadership on regional training academies, sexual assault kit reform, and public safety culture. The Senate also confirmed several gubernatorial appointments to college boards, including Rosa Peralta to the Seattle College District Board of Trustees, Stephen A. Zimmerman to Wenatchee Valley College, and Tara Lear to Walla Walla Community College, each by 49-0 roll call votes. The Senate spent much of the session on third-reading bills, often amending them before final passage. Measures passed included SB 5068 on agencies, firefighters, prosecutors, and limited authority; ESSB 5252 on property tax exemptions for nonprofit public assembly halls; SB 5280 on virtual currency kiosk consumer protections; ESSB 5124 on patient access and skilled nursing facility identification; ESSB 5436 on interference with access to places of worship; SB 5705 on traffic safety penalties in school zones; ESSB 5594 on biosimilar medicines; SSB 5169 on out-of-court testimony for child victims and witnesses; ESSB 5098 on weapons restrictions in certain public buildings and parks; SB 5188 on broadband infrastructure repair loans; SB 5109 on the mortgage lending fraud prosecution account; SSB 5240 on anaphylaxis medications in schools; SB 5420 on veterans’ benefits access; SB 5467 on water-sewer district surplus property sales; SSB 5331 on insurer accountability; ESSB 5071 on endangerment with controlled substances involving fentanyl or synthetic opioids; and ESSB 5581 on safe system/complete streets transportation strategies. Most of these bills passed with broad bipartisan support, though some drew opposition over firearms restrictions, insurance penalties, or transportation costs. Several bills were amended on the floor before final passage, including changes to dates, scope, and technical language, and the session concluded with additional business beginning on SB 5649.
TX
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  • SB19 by Betancourt, relating to the prohibition on the marketing and acceptance of political contributions
  • procedures regarding accepting a voter with a residence address that is not current and the immediate effect of
  • the voter registration after the registrars receive a certain change of address notice as part of the
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • of Mr.
  • All of you in here have zero proof of a trans.
  • For the sake of women, for the sake of families, for the sake of freedom.
  • a culture of life here in the state of Texas.
  • Inspection Services has been aware of a resurgence of Screw Worm since July of 2023.
TX
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  • times of war.
  • in times of war.
  • About 20% of the state of Texas is in a floodplain, including most of the coast.
  • H.R.68 by Rose in memory of Dr. Maxine Thornton Reese of Dallas.
  • Monday in memory of Dr. Maxine Thornton Reese of Dallas.
Bills: HB1, HB 2, HB 3, HB 5, HB20, HB 22
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on the discussion and passage of several key bills, including SB5, which pertains to supplemental appropriations for disaster relief. This bill was passed unanimously, highlighting the committee's commitment to addressing disaster preparedness. HB20, aimed at reducing fraudulent charitable solicitations during disasters, also saw significant debate, with positive sentiments expressed by its sponsor, Mr. Darby. Additionally, HB22, which expands the authority of the comptroller to fund emergency communication systems, was passed with overwhelming support, indicating a consensus on improving emergency response capabilities within the state. The session concluded with discussions about future legislative measures aimed at strengthening infrastructure against disasters.
TX
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  • Perez of El Paso. The House will come to order. Please excuse Mr. Perez of El Paso on motion of Mr.
  • of...
  • Our preparations in time of peace is the greatest predictor of our behavior in times of war.
  • About 20% of the state of Texas is in a floodplain, including most of the coast.
  • Have you heard as well the kind of the differences of thoughts of the dangers from those two types of
Bills: HB1, HB2, HB3, HB5, HB20, HB22
Summary: The House convened in special session with a gubernatorial proclamation adding subjects related to penalties for legislators who absent themselves, ivermectin access, and groundwater study authority. The chamber also handled routine motions, committee scheduling, and first-reading referrals before moving to the main floor calendar focused largely on disaster response and public safety legislation. The central theme throughout the day was the July 4 flooding and related tragedies, with repeated references to families of victims and the need for stronger preparedness and prevention measures. House Bill 1, on youth camp emergency plans and preparedness, was the most emotional and heavily amended measure. Members adopted changes requiring annual emergency plans for resident youth camps, staff training, parent notification, evacuation maps, floodplain-related disclosures, restrictions on sleeping quarters in flood-prone areas, and funding for enforcement. One proposed amendment to require air conditioning or heat in sleeping quarters failed, while another amendment on floodplain restrictions passed after debate over floodplain versus floodway language. HB 1 ultimately passed the House 136-1 on second reading and later 135-1 on final passage. Senate Bill 2 / House Bill 2 on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery also advanced after extensive discussion. The bill creates training for justices of the peace in mass-fatality events, establishes an emergency manager licensing system, sets local succession procedures, creates a statewide volunteer management system, authorizes drone interdiction in disaster zones, expands disaster loan eligibility, and adds review and planning provisions for certain infrastructure and weather-related issues. Members debated the scope of the training, drone impacts on press coverage, volunteer registration, and infrastructure-related amendments; some proposals were adopted and others tabled or withdrawn. SB 2 passed the House 130-4 on third reading and later 132-4 on final passage. The House also passed House Bill 3 creating the Texas Interoperability Council and a grant program for emergency communications equipment, House Bill 20 addressing disaster-related scams and fraudulent charitable solicitations, House Bill 22 expanding allowable uses of the broadband infrastructure fund for emergency communications, and Senate Bill 5 providing supplemental appropriations for disaster relief, including funds for local warning systems and weather monitoring. Each of these bills passed overwhelmingly, with only one or a few dissenting votes, and members repeatedly emphasized the need to improve coordination, communications, funding, and fraud prevention in the wake of recent disasters.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development May 21st, 2025

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development

TX

Texas 89th Regular

Public Health May 12th, 2025

Public Health

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  • Let me just say we expect a lot more of the car repair guy down the street than we do of our healthcare
  • Unfortunately, the majority of patients do expire outside of the hospital—60% of them—and it does not
  • of care, and the initiative of any improvement if needed.
  • of his band.
  • The lack of training, I think, has already been covered, but yeah, the side effects of some of these
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Public Health May 12th, 2025

Public Health

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  • the transfer of the Anatomical Board of the State of Texas to the Texas Funeral Service Commission (
  • Are all three of you aware of how it's disposed of?
  • Are you aware of this? Have you heard of this? I'm not aware of this happening. We do.
  • But a little bit of dignity and a little bit of...
  • code of conduct or a violation of code of conduct.
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Transportation Apr 29th, 2025

Transportation

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  • I am in support of this bill and assisted in the drafting of it.
  • Representative Morales, it's not much of a question, more of a comment.
  • many of our delays.
  • And accused officials of catering to a small niche group of cyclists at the expense of the broader public
  • My question to you with respect to the bill, instead of some of these, what they, you know, some of the
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Business and Commerce Apr 24th, 2025

Business & Commerce

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  • Do you charge all sorts of- of other fees on top points.
  • quality of life amenities that a landlord has a duty to repair.
  • Chapter 2301 of the Texas Occupations Code to create a definition of goodwill repair. parts and routine
  • Certain subsections of the code to allow for reimbursement of those types of warranty work.
  • It forces payment for over-the-air updates and dealer repairs irrespective of whether the customer...
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Business and Commerce Committee was marked by discussions on several significant bills, with a keen emphasis on legislative updates and committee substitutes. Notably, Senator Blanco presented a new committee substitute for SB2610, which modifies the employee cap from 100 to 250 and extends the update timeline for cyber security programs for small businesses. This substitute was adopted unanimously, reflecting a collaborative agreement among the committee members. Additionally, there were discussions surrounding SB1856 as Senator Crayton provided insights into how stakeholder feedback influenced the bill's committee substitute. The committee ultimately voted in favor, pushing it towards the local and contested calendar, indicating the bill's progression through legislative channels.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Corrections Apr 9th, 2025

Corrections

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  • Studies show that nearly 41% of men in state prisons and 69% of women have a history of mental health
  • The conflicting laws, Article 26.051 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, address the vision of legal defense
  • of Texas.
  • It is a matter of public safety, of justice, and of protecting the most vulnerable. vulnerable members
  • Department of Justice, individuals convicted of sexual exploitation and trafficking of minors show high