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FL

Florida 2026 5th Special Session

Rules Apr 21st, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • It also requires that local government entities, that local government entities who have requested a
  • It ensures the Florida Building Code is consistent with the International Code as it relates to tall
  • It states that a local government within a spaceport territory from the Florida Building Code.
  • So allowing governments to purchase Israel bonds is a smart move.
  • There is one amendment, bar code 649992.
Summary: The committee first took up CS/SB 1606 on patient access to records. The sponsor explained that the bill, as amended, would align Florida law more closely with HIPAA by defining “designated record set,” requiring providers to furnish requested records within set timeframes, allowing a limited extension with notice, and requiring records to be produced in the requested form if readily producible. Several members asked about patient portals, legal representatives, and whether the bill affected meaningful-use rules or post-mortem access. Multiple witnesses opposed the bill, arguing it could create cybersecurity risks, conflict with existing privacy rules, and burden providers; supporters said it would improve patient access and consistency. The committee adopted the amendment and then reported the bill favorably. The committee then considered CS/SB 712 on construction regulations. The bill would direct DEP to establish rules for synthetic turf and limit local governments from banning it if state rules are followed, while also addressing change orders, public works bidding, elevator rails, alarm contractor work, building code updates, spaceport exemptions, permit document limits, and single-trade inspections. Amendments removed the pool and spa contractor provisions and the tall mass timber language. Testimony on the bill centered heavily on the pool industry, with contractors and the Florida Swimming Pool Association opposing expansion of scope to general and building contractors, while some speakers supported other parts of the bill. After adopting the amendments, the committee reported the bill favorably. Finally, the committee heard CS/SB 1288 on parental rights. The bill would allow minors to be tested for STDs without parental consent but require parental consent for treatment, expand parents’ rights to access records and control certain health decisions, and restrict health care services, medical procedures, and biofeedback devices for minors absent consent or an exception. An amendment moved survey and questionnaire provisions into the education code, added an explicit court-order exception, clarified DNA and biofeedback provisions, and added emergency behavioral health exceptions. The committee heard extensive public testimony both for and against the bill, with supporters emphasizing parental authority and opponents warning it could delay STI treatment, mental health care, and other services for vulnerable minors. The transcript ends during public testimony on the bill, before any final committee action is shown.
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Corrections May 5th, 2025

Corrections

Transcript Highlights:
  • our visitors and witnesses today, House committees are subject to the same rules of decorum that govern
  • The committee substitute removes renewal of commercial driver's licenses under Chapter 522 of the Texas
  • Transportation Code.
  • The second thing is, is that there's 3 branches of government in this country.
  • CSCDs remain under the judicial branch in the government code, and judges still hold responsibility for
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Conservation Feb 14th, 2026 at 09:07 am

Senate Conservation

Transcript Highlights:
  • So if we approve this, I do have caution about how we are supporting those rural and tribal governments
  • Right now, the Office of the State Engineer is enforcing the water code using penalties written in 1907
  • The Simea Project, Trout Unlimited, Green Latinos, and the Sierra Club Rio Grande chapter.
  • Madam Chair, Senator, there's nothing elsewhere in the code that prevents another farmer from pursuing
  • I'm Camilla Fibelman with the Sierra Club's Rio Grande chapter.
Keywords: 996, all
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Elections May 15th, 2025

Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • All right, he, he deals with the same issue, but it's a separate section of the code, chapter 87, then
  • There's a section in the code 85.032.
  • Yes, yes, when I, uh, um, where is that in the code? Paper code?
  • That's not modern, and it certainly isn't good government.
  • bureaucracy while increasing government efficiency.
Bills: HB311
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • Overall, we find that the spending plan is reasonable for this chapter of Proposition 4.
  • Overall, we find that the spending plan is reasonable for this chapter of Proposition 4.
  • It was because of the regulatory burdens that we imposed as a government.
  • To that end, we encourage the department to conduct robust outreach this year, including formal government-to-government
  • tribal outreach and close collaboration... ...robust outreach this year, including formal government-to-government
Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee heard the administration’s spending plan for Proposition 4’s climate smart agriculture and biodiversity chapters, along with related trailer bill language. CDFA outlined proposed funding for existing programs such as SWEEP, Healthy Soils, Urban Agriculture, and invasive species work, plus new or phased-in programs including year-round and mobile farmers’ markets, tribal food sovereignty, and regional farm equipment sharing. The Department of Conservation described funding for the California Farmland Conservancy Program and Working Lands and Riparian Corridors Program, while the Department of Finance and LAO discussed pending allocations and generally found the overall approach reasonable, though LAO suggested the Legislature may want more statutory guidance and reporting, especially for new programs. Members focused on implementation details, equity, and accountability. Questions covered how programs would serve vulnerable and disadvantaged communities, whether new solicitations would be reopened for previously oversubscribed grants, how outcomes are tracked, and how to structure guidance for new programs such as farm equipment sharing. The chair emphasized that the Legislature wants clearer direction on program design and noted that AB 2313 should guide implementation of the regional farm equipment sharing allocation. The committee also discussed the administration’s request to directly appropriate bond funds to departments and to exempt bond program guidelines from the Administrative Procedures Act; LAO supported the APA exemption with possible legislative guardrails for public notice and comment. The committee then heard on the farm-to-school proposal, with CDFA requesting $24.9 million General Fund for incubator grants, technical assistance, and network support. CDFA said the program has reached nearly half of California schoolchildren and has shown strong demand and positive evaluation results. LAO supported the core program but recommended rejecting the $3 million technical assistance component as too broad and suggested the Legislature consider using Proposition 98 for some of the funding. Members debated that point, with some expressing concern about using General Fund dollars for a new discretionary request during a tight budget year. The biodiversity and nature-based solutions chapter included funding for the Wildlife Conservation Board, state conservancies, and tribal nature-based solutions. WCB described major recent investments and proposed projects tied to 30 by 30, habitat restoration, tribal partnerships, and public access. Members raised concerns about long-term stewardship, the size of the WCB allocation, and whether the Legislature should receive more detail on how funds will be distributed. The committee also heard requests for Bolsa Chica wetlands maintenance and Rincon Island decommissioning funding from the State Lands Commission, with members questioning long-term liability, remediation costs, and the role of private oil operators. No votes were taken, and the hearing ended with public comment from stakeholders largely supporting the APA exemption, farm-to-school funding, biodiversity investments, and related conservation programs.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • , we'll hear the administration spending plan for the climate smart agriculture and biodiversity chapters
  • And so I do wonder, within the Ag chapter, what is the approach, given that quite a bit of it relates
  • We just have a few comments about this chapter of the proposition for a bond, which includes a sizable
  • Next, it appears that with the potential cuts coming from the federal government, they may not be able
  • To that end, we encourage the Department to conduct robust outreach this year, including formal government-to-government
Keywords: 988, house, all
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:00 am

Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure

Transcript Highlights:
  • Our resignation led to real disruptions in public government functions.
  • I am a policy analyst with the Council of State Governments.
  • I'm a policy analyst with the Council of State Governments.
  • The Council of State Governments is a nonpartisan member institution.
  • For a STEM seminar, ...notes by the professor were from an access code.
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure held a hearing on late-filed bills and home rule petitions, with both in-person and remote testimony. Committee chairs reviewed logistics for public testimony and then heard a series of bill presentations on topics including nitrous oxide sales, liquor license extensions and alcohol license density, cosmetology licensure compacts, electronic textbooks, HVAC supervisor licensing, and automotive warranty reimbursement rates. Several members asked questions about the public health, consumer protection, economic mobility, and regulatory impacts of the proposals. Representative John Barrett testified in support of H. 4907, which would regulate the sale of nitrous oxide, arguing it is a public health measure aimed at reducing recreational misuse by young people while preserving legitimate culinary, medical, dental, and industrial uses. Southbridge officials Peg Dean and David Adams supported a local liquor license extension bill, saying delayed revitalization and staffing disruptions from the pandemic-era “Great Resignation” had slowed development and postponed demand for the licenses. MassPack supported H. 4597 to limit new alcohol retail licenses near existing stores after 2026, citing oversaturation and public health concerns, while the committee also heard testimony on a cosmetology compact bill from industry and state-government representatives who said it would improve workforce mobility, especially for military spouses, though members questioned its fee structure and interaction with existing reciprocity rules. Representative Mindy Domb testified for H. 559, which would create a commission to study electronic textbooks and automatic textbook billing, arguing that digital course materials can limit consumer choice, raise costs, and reduce students’ ability to share or resell materials. Student testimony echoed those concerns. The committee also heard strong support for H. 4719, a bill to create HVAC construction supervisor licensing, from industry witnesses who said it would improve consumer protection, accountability, and clean-energy implementation; and opposition testimony on H. 4019, which would change how auto dealers are reimbursed for warranty work, with dealers supporting a fix to manufacturer reimbursement practices and manufacturers warning the bill would raise costs and allow overpayment. At the end of the hearing, the chairs read the agenda items and the committee adjourned by unanimous voice vote.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
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  • We recommend repealing HRS chapter 560, Article 5, section 208B-5 of the Uniform Probate Code because
  • Please proceed. repealing HRS chapter 560 Article 5 repealing HRS chapter 560 Article 5 Section<02:02
  • in federal law the federal government in federal law the federal government doesn't<02:05:48.079
  • excited delirium as a cause of death be placed in chapter 327, HRS, which is titled “Death.”
Keywords: 910, house, all
Summary: The House Committees on Health and Labor heard testimony on HB 1244, a measure relating to labor standards at health care facilities and nursing staff ratios. Committee members opened by explaining hearing procedures, including a suggested two-minute testimony limit and Zoom rules. The bill drew extensive testimony from hospitals, nursing organizations, unions, and individual nurses, with the central debate focusing on whether staffing ratios should be set by statute or left to collective bargaining and unit-level staffing decisions. Opponents included the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, the Healthcare Association of Hawaii, Straub Benioff Medical Center, Hawaii Pacific Health, Kapiolani Medical Center, and Queen’s Health Systems. They argued that fixed ratios are too rigid for the changing conditions of hospital care, could worsen workforce shortages, and should be handled through labor negotiations, staffing committees, and existing agreements. Several also pointed to investments in nursing education, loan repayment, and workforce development as better solutions. Queen’s said it had recently reached an agreement with nurses after more than 40 meetings that included a staffing framework, and Kapiolani and others emphasized the need for flexibility in emergencies and specialty care. Supporters, including the Hawaii State Center for Nursing, Pride at Work Hawaii, the Hawaii Nurses Association/American Nurses Association chapter, Hawaii Nurses Association Local 50, UNAC/UHCP, and individual nurses, said unsafe staffing levels contribute to burnout, turnover, errors, and patient harm. Testifiers described chronic short staffing, emotionally and physically exhausting workloads, and situations in which nurses were responsible for too many patients at once. Supporters argued that safe ratios are necessary to protect both patients and nurses, and that collective bargaining has not been enough to ensure safe conditions statewide, especially in facilities without unions. No vote or final committee action was announced in the portion provided.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

06/11/2026 - Senate Floor Session

Arizona Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Next bill, please: Senate Bill 1849, an act amending Laws 2021, Chapter 406, Section 30; Laws 2022, Chapter
  • 33, Section 1; Laws 2025, Section 1; Laws 2028, Chapter 303, Section 1; and Laws 2020, Chapter 305,
  • Senate Bill 1853 concerns an act amending Title 36, Chapter 29, Article 1, and Title 38, Chapter 4, Article
  • Laws 2020, Chapter 39, Section 8, as amended by Laws 2025, Chapter 135, Section 8; Laws 2025, Chapter
  • Chapter 21, Section 1; Laws 2025, Chapter 211, Section 2; Laws 2025, Chapter 21-C, Section 2; making
Keywords: 1182, all
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

Senate Chamber Feb 4th, 2025

New Mexico Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • P.E.D. represents a direct attack by the executive branch on the authority of a co-equal branch of government
  • He is the secretary of the alumni chapter at Western, and he's also president of the Albuquerque chapter
  • the Health Care Purchasing Act, the Public Assistance Act, and sections of the New Mexico Insurance Code
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Finance (Part I) Jan 28th, 2025

Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • It was absolutely wrong what happened to him at the hands of the federal government.
  • That was a weaponization of the federal government.
  • Other states can't afford it, and the federal government often won't do it.
  • I mean, even in our 106 lawsuits against the federal government, we...
  • I assume we'll have less cases against the federal government.
Bills: SB 1
Summary: The meeting focused on the budget recommendations for the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), where key issues included the proposed decrease of $163.9 million for the 2024-25 biennium and various methodology swaps for funding. Attorney General Paxton discussed ongoing litigation expenditures and emphasized the need for continued investments in agency staffing to address rising demands within law enforcement. Notably, he requested a 6% salary increase for 2026 and 2027 to retain talented personnel amidst competitive job markets. Public testimony highlighted community awareness challenges regarding the Landowner's Compensation Program, indicating a need for enhanced outreach efforts.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
  • And while the role of government is important, it isn't more important than private industry, and it
  • I can't speak for the entire history of county government, because it's the longest form of government
  • Also, as she mentioned, our conduct is guided by the Code of Professional Conduct, which is provided
  • <02:44:49.520> of conduct is guided by the code of conduct is guided by the code of professional
  • code States the<02:45:02.600> American<02:45:03.000> deaf<02:45:03.479> Community
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The subcommittee first took up House Bill 702, which would change how extra or special duty pay for retired police officers is treated for retirement and work-limit purposes. Supporters argued the bill would let retirees work more special-duty hours, helping municipalities fill traffic-detail and similar assignments without added state cost, and said it would not prohibit retirees from working but would simply stop those hours from counting toward the return-to-work threshold. Opponents argued the change would be inconsistent with the retirement system’s 2011 reforms, could increase pension liabilities, and would treat the same compensation differently for active employees and retirees. Members also discussed whether the bill would affect current and future retirees, the role of municipalities, and whether the policy amounted to “policing for profit.” The subcommittee ultimately voted 3-2 to recommend inexpedient to legislate (ITL) on HB 702, sending it to the full committee with that recommendation. The committee then discussed House Bill 581, which would create a Group Three retirement plan for new state employees hired after the bill’s effective date. The chair outlined a housekeeping amendment to delay implementation, moving the effective date to January 1, 2026, and noted a sponsor amendment addressing health insurance group inclusion and medical and surgical benefits so those benefits would not be put at risk for the new group. Testimony and discussion focused on the shift from defined benefit to defined contribution, with supporters citing Michigan examples and arguing the bill would help recruit and retain employees while giving them more flexibility. Opponents said the change could weaken retirement security and increase unfunded liability, though supporters responded that the bill still requires employer contributions toward accrued liability and is intended to keep the state on track to pay off its unfunded liability by 2039. The transcript ends with continued discussion of the bill and no final vote shown on HB 581.
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

PSM-HOU, HOU Public Hearings 04-10-2025

Public Safety and Military Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • That's House Concurrent Resolution 66, requesting the State Building Code Council to adopt, amend, or
  • update the state building code to authorize point access block construction for residential buildings
  • And then we also have DIY chapter<00:04:28.320> in<00:04:28.560> support.
  • requesting that the state building code requesting that the state building code council council
  • ><00:46:01.440> to or update the state building code to or update the state building code to authorize
Keywords: 912, senate, all
Summary: The joint committees heard HCR 66, which asks the State Building Code Council to update the state building code to allow point access block construction for residential buildings up to six stories. Testimony was generally in support, including from Housing Hawaii’s Future, the Grassroot Institute of Hawaii, and OPSD, with one registered opponent. No questions were raised, and the joint committee later adopted a recommendation to pass the resolution as is. Because the housing committee lacked quorum at that time, final action on the resolution was deferred to the housing-only agenda. On the housing-only agenda, the committee first heard HTR 78, which states the intent that housing projects qualifying for credits under Act 31 remain eligible for those credits after the act’s repeal. Testimony was in support from HHFTC and the DIY chapter, and there were no questions or opposition noted. The committee then took up Governor’s Message 592, confirming Lisa Darcy to the HPHA board. Support came from HPHA board members and several individuals, and Darcy said she accepted the nomination and emphasized her experience and interest in HPHA’s work. Members questioned her about the HPHA board’s oversight role, the 10,000-unit RFQ, and media coverage of Kuhio Park Terrace relocations; she said she supports the project, values transparency, and would push for better context and accountability, though some members felt she had not directly answered concerns about on-the-ground oversight. The committee also heard Governor’s Message 736, confirming Grant Chun to the HHFDC board. Support testimony highlighted his experience in nonprofit housing, real estate, and leadership roles, and Chun said he was pleased to serve the state. Members asked about his residence and his perspective on senior care at Hali Makua, where he said his family found the care compassionate and thorough, while noting staffing shortages. The transcript ends before any final vote on the housing-only items is shown.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Local Government Committee Jul 1st, 2026

Local Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chairman: under what theory of good government does it make sense for the cities and county to govern
  • Chairman: under what theory of good government does it make sense for the cities and county to govern
  • Good government should not depend on the integrity of one person, Good government should not depend on
  • Under Government Code, currently these items require a four-fifths vote of the board.
  • But further, I would actually direct you to the analysis, which is Government Code section actually specifies
Keywords: 988, house, all
NH
Transcript Highlights:
  • Look, so 644 in the criminal code, uh, is cruelty to animals.
  • 32.559> cruelty<00:19:33.039> to<00:19:33.320> animals<00:19:34.120> oh code
  • colonate is cruelty to animals oh code colonate is cruelty to animals oh well<00:19:34.440> maybe
  • The governing body may adopt ordinances as it seems reasonable for management of dogs deemed vicious
  • The governing body may adopt ordinances as it seems reasonable for management of dogs deemed vicious
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The committee worked through a draft bill amending animal cruelty and protective custody provisions, focusing on how animals may be seized, cared for, and returned, and on what rights owners have when animals are taken. Members discussed adding language requiring officers to inform a charged person in writing of the right to petition for a veterinarian of their choice, clarifying that any documents presented for signature must be fully and honestly explained, and revising language so confiscated animals cannot be altered without notarized owner authorization. They also considered a new prohibition on using confiscated animals for fundraising or donations, ultimately preferring the term “financial gain” over “profiteering.” The discussion also covered protective custody procedures, including adding “municipal animal control officer” to the list of officers involved, allowing return of animals to the owner or caretaker if no charges have been filed or no warrant establishing probable cause has been sought or issued, and clarifying the distinction between criminal seizure and temporary protective custody. The commissioner’s comments led to several proposed deletions or revisions, including removing language viewed as redundant or inconsistent with protective custody, and striking references to live racing provisions that are no longer relevant. Members further addressed lactating animals, agreeing to add language that confiscated lactating animals should not be separated from their nonweaned offspring. They also discussed a proposed confidentiality provision requiring people assisting in investigations or taking possession of seized animals to sign a binding nondisclosure agreement, though members noted similar protections may need to be duplicated in the temporary custody section as well. The conversation was largely about drafting and legal clarity, with no final vote or formal action recorded in the excerpt.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Appropriations Committee May 7th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Civil Code, however, is largely silent on which agency is responsible for enforcement.
  • The Civil Code, however, is largely silent on which agency is responsible for enforcing that provision
  • worth their weight in salt, if they want to pursue a felony, will charge this conduct under Penal Code
  • This is the Penal Code section that AB 379 addresses, as well as SB 1414.
  • the California Department of Justice, there were fewer than 10 arrests statewide using this Penal Code
Summary: The Assembly Appropriations Committee met on May 7, 2025, considering a large number of bills, with several measures heard in detail before the committee moved through consent and suspense items. Early in the hearing, AB 876 by Assemblymember Flora was heard on CRNA scope of practice and anesthesia access. Supporters said it would clarify that certified registered nurse anesthetists may provide anesthesia services independently, while opponents from physician and medical groups argued that anesthesiologists and CRNAs are not interchangeable and that physician-led care is needed for patient safety. The bill was ultimately voted out, with a later vote change recorded for Mr. Tangipa from not voting to aye. The committee also heard AB 379, a major human trafficking and child exploitation bill, which would expand penalties for solicitation of a minor, create a misdemeanor for loitering with intent to purchase commercial sex, increase fines on businesses that fail to post trafficking notices or knowingly allow trafficking, create a survivor support grant program, and establish a vertical prosecution grant program. The bill drew strong support from the author and some members who emphasized tougher enforcement and victim services, but also significant opposition from sex worker and civil liberties advocates who argued the bill would worsen criminalization, disproportionately harm Black and Brown communities, and fail to address housing and other root causes. After extensive discussion, the committee voted the bill out, with one member later changing from not voting to aye. Other bills heard included AB 435 on child passenger safety, which would adopt a five-step test and update booster-seat and front-seat rules; AB 1415, which would give the Office of Health Care Affordability more access to information from health systems and private equity-related entities; AB 539, the Timely Care Act, which would extend the duration of approved prior authorizations for treatment; AB 1466, relating to groundwater adjudication and sustainability disputes; AB 127, which would tie the cap-and-trade price ceiling to the social cost of carbon; and AB 672, which would require public employers to notify PERB of certain court actions and allow intervention to protect labor rights. The committee also approved a large consent calendar and then deemed the suspense calendar approved, sending many bills onward. The hearing concluded with several bills reported out, some on call, and the committee adjourned.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Bill 2122 would remove outdated provisions from the Natural Resources Code regarding surface water
  • Rule 78.16 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 3 Rule 78 Part N established a surcharge of 150 percent.
  • Now, the surcharge stays with the federal government.
  • It's really not consistent with what the natural resource code in the legislature is intended.
  • In the natural resource code, that is the way we would want to implement for consistency across all of
Bills: SB2122, SB2050, HB16
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

06/11/2026 - Senate Floor Session

Arizona Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • 33, Section 1; Laws 2025, Section 1; Laws 2028, Chapter 303, Section 1; and Laws 2020, Chapter 305,
  • Senate Bill 1849 continues: an act amending Laws 2021, Chapter 406, Section 30; Laws 2022, Chapter 33
  • , Section 1; Laws 2025, Section 1; Laws 2028, Chapter 303, Section 1; Laws 2020, Chapter 305, Section
  • 3; Chapter 135, Section 1; Laws 2022, Chapter 309, Section 8; Laws 2020, Section 1; Laws 2025, Section
  • amended by Laws 2025, Chapter 211, Section 1, and Laws 2025, Chapter 21-C, Section 2.
Summary: The meeting began with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, attendance, and a guest introduction for Deputy Frank Sloop. The Senate then moved through multiple Committee of the Whole calendars, with most measures receiving do-pass recommendations after brief explanations and, in several cases, floor amendments. Topics included public records, capital outlay review, local government, taxation, state budget implementation, higher education appropriations, utility regulation, towing regulation, homeowners association disclosures, nursing board regulation, veteran services, criminal justice, human services, K-12 education, state property management, and the continuation of the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Several bills were amended on the floor before receiving favorable recommendations. House Bill 2114 on motorcycle-related provisions was amended to require that at least one registered owner be legally licensed to operate a motorcycle in Arizona. House Bill 2397 on HOA/condominium disclosures was amended to change disclosure timing and fee rules and make other conforming changes. House Bill 2408 on nursing board regulatory action was amended to remove a clear-and-convincing-evidence burden in disciplinary matters and clarify complaint-sharing procedures. House Bill 2957 on driver’s license/handheld provisions, House Bill 2305 on towing regulation, and House Bill 2321 on DCS-related reporting also received amendments before do-pass recommendations. The largest item was Senate Bill 1847, the 2026-2027 General Appropriations Act. Senators offered extensive floor amendments affecting agriculture, corrections, criminal justice, school safety, law enforcement equipment, vehicle theft task force funding, liquor licensing, and other budget items. During third reading and debate on the budget, Democratic senators praised negotiated gains such as funding for aging services, food assistance, civil legal aid, school meals, heat relief, and a three-year moratorium on new data center tax incentives, while criticizing border-related funding, ESA/voucher policy, and cuts to higher education and adult education. One member’s remarks were ruled dilatory after repeated off-topic comments, and the ruling of the chair was sustained by a 16-12 vote. The transcript ends with additional budget-related explanation of votes continuing after the budget’s third reading.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session - 05/12/26

Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • says in chapter 216b. says in chapter 216b.
  • country is a national electrical code. country is a national electrical code. that<04:01:06.160>
  • legislature adopts that new code.
  • c><04:04:25.920> code.
  • that new code. that new code.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • And so, basically put, our code works.
  • of writing that code.
  • They can't just wait for the government.
  • Eight to 900 homes within that ZIP code.
  • So that is directly tied to fire code, building code, and to defensible space mitigations.
Keywords: 987, senate, all