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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law Committee 2/25/25
Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
Transcript Highlights:
- I was appointed to the bench 15 years ago by past Governor Tim Pawlenty.
- He was appointed by past Governor Dayton.
- It's kind of become just an assumption that judges are appointed by the governor, and it's gotten to
- c><01:05:40.960><c> and</c><01:05:41.720><c> it's</c> appointed by the governor um and it's appointed
- by the governor who are appointed by the governor attorney<01:25:15.040><c> general</c><01:25:15.400
Committee:
House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
Keywords:
corporate governance, shareholder rights, beneficial ownership, defective corporate acts, Minnesota Business Corporation Act, trusts, Uniform Trust Code, probate, estate planning, trust protector, directed trust, investment trust advisor, distribution trust advisor, excluded fiduciary, decanting, power of appointment, revocable trust, irrevocable trust, uneconomic trust, rule against perpetuities
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Now, Lord, we ask your blessing upon our governor, upon the great state of Florida.
- local offices, boards, and commissions by the Governor.
- Governor contained therein.
- , and I'm happy with that appointment.
- And I'm happy with that appointment. Additional debate.
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognition of Doctors of the Day. Members then offered several gallery introductions and Capitol Day recognitions, including St. Johns County Day, Florida Space Day, Florida State Parks Day, AMIkids Day, Manatee County Days, New College of Florida Day, and Florida Keys Day.
The chamber received and adopted a committee report on 65 executive appointments. Debate focused on the confirmation of Tina Vidal-Douart, with one senator opposing her appointment over concerns about contracts tied to detention facilities and political contributions, while another senator spoke in support based on her assistance during COVID testing efforts. The report was adopted by a vote of 37 yeas and 0 nays.
On the special order calendar, the Senate passed Committee Substitute for Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 48 on housing, which requires local governments to allow accessory dwelling units under specified conditions and extends certain density bonus incentives for military families. The Senate also passed Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 578, creating a statewide Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Initiative through the Department of Elder Affairs. Both bills passed 38-0.
Appropriations Chair Hooper gave a budget update, saying the Senate budget rollout would move to February 12 in committee and February 18 in full appropriations. The Senate then waived rules to immediately certify all bills passed that day to the House, and adjourned until Wednesday, February 11, for committee meetings and other business.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- and a confirmation from the appointment and a confirmation from the governor. governor. governor.
- This vote would move appointments further away from the governor and further away from the Senate having
- </c><00:38:18.920><c> from</c><00:38:19.080><c> the</c><00:38:19.160><c> governor,</c> to these appointments
- from the governor, to these appointments from the governor, which<00:38:21.000><c> is</c><00:38:21.240
- In other words, they denied, I think it was then Governor Dayton, the right to appoint the commissioner
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- by Governor Michelle O'Connor in December of 2024.
- Under Governor Lujan Grisham, I then was appointed to the Director of the Facilities Management Division
- Thank you, Lieutenant Governor.
- Lieutenant Governor, good morning.
- I've seen the Governor come support Cabinet members, but I've never seen a Lieutenant Governor.
Committee:
Senate Senate Rules
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Now, Lord, we ask your blessing upon our governor, upon the great state of Florida.
- local offices, boards, and commissions by the governor.
- governor contained therein.
- Add to that her appointment to the Board of Trustees Add to that her appointment to the Board of Trustees
- , and I'm happy with that appointment.
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several introductions recognizing guests and observances, including St. Johns County Day at the Capitol, Florida Space Day, Florida State Parks Day, AMI Kids Day at the Capitol, Manatee County Days, New College of Florida Day, and Florida Keys Day. The chamber also heard a report on executive appointments from the Ethics and Elections Committee, which recommended confirmation of 65 gubernatorial appointees. Senator Smith spoke in opposition to confirming Tina Vidal-Douart, citing contracts tied to the Alligator Alcatraz detention facility and the Hope Florida Foundation; Senator Pizzo spoke in support, describing her assistance during COVID testing efforts. The report was then adopted by a 37-0 vote.
On the special order calendar, the Senate passed Committee Substitute for Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 48 on housing by a 38-0 vote. The bill requires local governments to allow voluntary accessory dwelling units, limits certain local restrictions, preserves homestead treatment for the primary residence portion, requires ADU leases of 30 days or more, and extends density bonus incentives for housing affordable to military families. The Senate also passed Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 578 on the Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Initiative by a 38-0 vote. That bill creates a statewide public health awareness campaign through the Department of Elder Affairs to promote early detection, brain health, and outreach to older adults and higher-risk populations.
Appropriations Chair Hooper gave a budget update, saying work was progressing well and announcing a revised schedule: budget rollouts in appropriations committees on February 12 and full appropriations consideration on February 18. Rules Chair Passidomo moved to waive rules so bills passed that day could be immediately certified to the House, and the motion was adopted without objection. The Senate then adjourned until Wednesday, February 11, or upon the call of the President.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education Mar 18th, 2025
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education
Transcript Highlights:
- As do I, with the appointment by the governor.
- I spent three years up here as Deputy General Counsel for both Governor Rick Scott and Governor Ron DeSantis
- governor, Ron DeSantis, to serve as a trustee for the St.
- So it's a new appointment for me.
- I am thankful to Governor DeSantis for this appointment.
Summary:
The committee first heard CS/SB 270, which would extend Bright Futures eligibility by 12 months for certain students whose parent was serving overseas in public service and then retired, giving military and diplomatic families more time to return to Florida without losing scholarship eligibility. Senator Burgess also explained a late-filed amendment to set the bill’s effective implementation for the 2025-26 school year, and the committee adopted the amendment without objection. The bill received supportive testimony, including from Senator Smith, and was reported favorably by a roll call vote.
The remainder of the meeting focused on confirmation hearings for appointees to state college boards of trustees, with the chair emphasizing a new process of hearing from each nominee individually rather than taking a blanket vote. Nominees from Tallahassee State College, St. Johns River State College, South Florida State College, Broward College, State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota, Palm Beach State College, Pasco-Hernando State College, and Valencia College described their backgrounds and priorities, which largely centered on workforce development, nursing and health sciences, dual enrollment, fiscal responsibility, student retention, and partnerships with local employers and communities. Several nominees highlighted their own educational or professional ties to the colleges, and some noted the importance of serving rural or military-connected communities.
One nominee, John Aloko for Pasco-Hernando State College, was not present because he was attending a conference in Hawaii and was deferred to a later hearing. After hearing all other nominees, the committee voted to recommend confirmation of the remaining appointees in a block vote, covering Tabs 2 through 22 except Tab 8, and the motion passed. Two members later asked to be recorded as voting in the affirmative on earlier items.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Formal House Session 1 Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Ordered that a special committee be appointed to wait upon Her Excellency the Governor and inform her
- The chair will appoint representatives to go and inform the Governor that we are prepared and ready to
- Please welcome the Governor, and she's joined by the Lieutenant Governor, Driscoll, as well.
- Ordered, that a special committee be appointed to inform Her Excellency the Governor and the Council
- The special committee be appointed to inform Her Excellency the Governor and the Council that the House
Summary:
The House of Representatives convened on January 1, 2025, for the opening of the 194th General Court. The session began with the call to order, invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, and National Anthem, followed by remarks from the Dean of the House, Governor Maura Healey, and Speaker Ron Mariano. Speakers highlighted the historic nature of the new session, the approaching 250th anniversary of American independence, and priorities such as public service, transparency, and continued collaboration between the House, Senate, and administration.
The House received and filed the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s communication transmitting election returns, then adopted a special committee report confirming that the members-elect had been duly elected. The chamber also accepted the resignation/declination of Representative-elect Gerald Paracela, who had been nominated to the District Court. A committee was appointed to notify the Governor that a quorum of members-elect had assembled and were ready to be sworn in, after which the Governor administered the oaths of office to the members.
The House then elected Ronald Mariano of Quincy as Speaker by roll-call vote, with 132 votes; Bradley H. Jones Jr. received 21 votes, Mark T. Lombardo 4, and the total vote count was 157. Timothy Carroll of Hull was elected Clerk by acclamation and sworn in, and he announced the appointment of assistant clerks. The House also adopted temporary rules to continue the prior session’s House rules and temporary joint rules, and agreed to a Senate order scheduling a convention for the following day to administer oaths to the Governor’s Council. The session concluded with a benediction and adjournment until the next day at 11 a.m.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
Senate Executive Departments and Administration (01/08/2026)
Executive Departments and Administration
Transcript Highlights:
- ><c> only</c> Presently the governor council only Presently the governor council only appoints<00:25:
- We don't appoint; the governor appoints or nominates, and we just simply confirm.
- We don't governor council appoints.
- <00:30:26.880><c> or</c> appoint the governor appoints or appoint the governor appoints or nominates<
- </c> appointed by the governor and council. appointed by the governor and council.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Health Policy Jan 20th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- For inclusion of lay members, Florida requires the governor to appoint one or more non-practitioners
- Typically, health care board members are appointed by the governor, and for the 16 boards that OPAGA
- In Florida, the governor selects and appoints health care board members, who are then confirmed by the
- For example, in Alabama, the governor, lieutenant governor, and the speaker of the House each appoint
- Finally, states may use both governor and board appointment.
Summary:
The Senate Health Policy Committee met with a quorum and considered several health-related bills, most of them focused on drowning prevention and public safety. SB 428, by Senator Yarborough, would expand Florida’s swim lesson voucher program from children ages 0-4 to ages 1-7. The sponsor and supporting testimony from a pediatric emergency physician and YMCA representatives emphasized Florida’s high drowning rates, especially among very young children, and argued that swim lessons can significantly reduce risk. Senator Harrell noted the need to revisit the funding allocation as eligibility expands. The bill was reported favorably.
The committee also heard SB 606, by Senator Smith, which adds drowning prevention and safe bathing practices to postpartum education provided by hospitals, birthing centers, and, after amendment, no longer requires home birth providers to maintain proof of compliance. A parent who lost a child to drowning and Senator Berman spoke in strong support, stressing that the bill would educate new parents at a critical time. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably as a committee substitute.
SB 162, by Senator Davis, would require hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers to adopt policies using smoke evacuation systems during procedures that generate surgical smoke. The sponsor said the equipment is relatively low-cost and already used in many facilities, while several witnesses supported the bill as a worker-safety measure. Other senators raised concerns about the lack of data, possible rural hospital impacts, and whether the mandate could add costs without clear evidence of harm. Despite those concerns, the bill was reported favorably. The committee also passed SB 340, by Senator Harrell, requiring nursing students to complete a two-hour human trafficking course before licensure, after amending the bill to shift the requirement from nursing programs to the students themselves. Testimony from a trafficking survivor and nursing advocates supported the measure, and it was reported favorably as a committee substitute. Finally, SB 192, presented by Senator Trumbull on behalf of Senator Martin, removed the $1,500 cap on advances chiropractic physicians may collect for examinations or treatment; chiropractic industry representatives supported the change, and the bill was reported favorably.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- > lead</c><00:09:50.840><c> the</c> Governor Walz's appointment to lead the Governor Walz's appointment
- President, when we have received an official confirmation or an official appointment from Governor Walz
- President, when we have received an official confirmation or an official appointment from Governor Walz
- President, when we have received an official confirmation or an official appointment from Governor Walz
- President, when we have received an official confirmation or an official appointment from Governor Walz
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Commerce and Small Business Committee Apr 29th, 2025
Commerce and Small Business
Transcript Highlights:
- You can add language that constricts the appointment of the lieutenant governor as this bill constricts
- the appointment of the governor. constrict the appointment of the lieutenant governor to an individual
- The Jefferson County Mayor's Association will lose their appointment to this board.
- , and one by the lieutenant governor. ...one by the lieutenant governor.
- two and then for the city council to appoint four.
Bills:
SB330
Committee:
House Commerce and Small Business
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Opening Ceremonies Jan 12th, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- She is legally here today, having gotten an appointment from the Chief Justice.
- The Speaker appoints Representatives Couture, Hall, Thomas, and Walsh to notify the Governor that the
- Last line: Address of Governor Bob Ferguson.
- We hear from the governor every session.
- The Governor reports, well, the Governor, you know, he's in good spirits this morning, but before we
Summary:
The House convened for the opening day of the 2026 regular session of the 69th Legislature with roll call, the Pledge of Allegiance, the national anthem, a prayer, and a tribal welcome from Squaxin Island Tribe member Chris Peters and other tribal leaders. Justice Mary Yu administered the oath of office to Representatives Hall, Obras, Thomas, Salahuddin, and Zahn. The Speaker also recognized the service of Justice Yu, the late Senator Bill Ramos, the late Speaker Emeritus Frank Chopp, and Trooper Tara Marissa Gooding. The Speaker and Republican leader Stokesbary delivered opening remarks focused on the session’s priorities and challenges, including affordability, taxes, housing, public safety, and the impact of federal policy on Washington.
The House adopted several organizational resolutions and motions. House Resolution 4665, notifying the Governor that the House was organized and ready to do business, passed. House Concurrent Resolution 4406, setting the Governor’s address to the Legislature, and House Concurrent Resolution 4407, returning bills and resolutions to the normal process for consideration, both passed. Senate Concurrent Resolution 8407, establishing cutoff dates for the 2026 session, also passed. The House suspended rules to move various measures, referred introduced bills to committees, and approved House Resolution 4667 adopting the permanent House rules.
The Speaker announced committee assignment changes, including new appointments for Representatives Engel, Hall, Parshley, and Zahn, and reminded members of pink slip deadlines. A House delegation then reported back from the Governor’s office, saying he welcomed the Legislature and was ready for the session. The House adjourned until the next day, with a pro forma session and the Governor’s State of the State address scheduled for the following morning.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Proposing AI protections in Minnesota | Senator Erin Maye Quade Apr 10th, 2026
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- You have governors like Spencer Cox in Utah and you have governors like uh Governor Healey out in Massachusetts
- You<00:03:49.040><c> have</c><00:03:49.200><c> governors</c><00:03:49.680><c> like</c><00:03:51.040><
- Utah and you have governors like uh Utah and you have governors like uh Governor<00:03:54.080><c> Healey
- </c> you're calling to set up appointments you're calling to set up appointments are<00:08:59.920><c>
- 00:09:39.920><c> clinic</c> to switch my appointment to a clinic to switch my appointment to a clinic
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- It's a slightly smaller board with 10 members, appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate,
- </c><00:44:35.800><c> by</c> appointed by the governor confirmed by appointed by the governor confirmed
- with</c> board appointed by the governor with board appointed by the governor with advice<00:47:39.480
- He is appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.
- appointed by the governor<00:49:49.520><c> with</c><00:49:49.640><c> the</c><00:49:49.799><c> advice
Committee:
House Education Policy
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- And I asked the Governor to be appointed to, and I was very pleased to be able to work with you and your
- Thank you, Madam Chair, and I'd like to thank the Lieutenant Governor for appointing me again to this
- Blacklock was appointed by Governor Abbott to the Texas Supreme Court.
- I have also. previously served as a governor as a governor appointee under former governor Perry and
- He worked as a senior appointments manager in the office. office of the governor.
Committee:
Senate Nominations
Keywords:
Texas Water Fund, water management, infrastructure funding, local governments, workforce development, community colleges, educational programs, sustainability
Summary:
The meeting focused on several crucial issues, including the Texas Water Fund and its implications for development in the state. Various members highlighted the critical need for effective management of water resources, discussing the role of the Water Development Board and their strategies for outreach to local governments. The committee engaged in a thorough examination of funding projects and the sustainable financing necessary for communities facing challenges in meeting their infrastructure needs. Additionally, there was notable discussion regarding promoting workforce development and the alignment of educational programs with the demands of the job market as indicated by recent trends in community colleges.
ND
North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session
Joint House-Senate Floor Session Jan 21st, 2026 at 10:00 am
North Dakota Joint Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I move that a committee of two be appointed to escort the Honorable Lieutenant Governor Michelle Strind
- May I present Lieutenant Governor Michelle Strinding and the escort committee.
- I move that a committee of four be appointed to escort the Honorable Kelly Armstrong, Governor, to the
- Governor Armstrong's remarks be printed in the journal.
- So, Lieutenant Governor Strindon, I want to have to come back here.
Summary:
The House convened in joint session for the special session of the 69th Legislative Assembly, with introductions of visiting officials and a moment of silence for former Governor Alan Olson. The chamber then escorted Lieutenant Governor Michelle Strind and Governor Kelly Armstrong, along with First Lady Kirstie Armstrong, to the rostrum. The governor’s remarks were ordered printed in the journal.
Governor Armstrong addressed the special session’s single purpose: considering North Dakota’s $199 million first-year federal award under the rural health transformation program. He thanked legislators, HHS, tribal partners, providers, and community leaders for their work on the state’s CMS application, and said four bills helped improve the application score: requiring the presidential fitness test in PE courses, adding nutrition education to physicians’ continuing education, joining the physician assistant licensure compact, and expanding pharmacists’ scope of practice. He said he looked forward to signing those bills and the accompanying appropriation measure.
The governor described the rural health plan as focused on four pillars: promoting wellness and healthy lifestyles, stabilizing the rural health workforce, expanding access through telehealth and mobile services, and using technology and data to improve care. He emphasized that the plan would avoid new buildings and unsustainable programs, and instead use federal funds for lasting, scalable reforms. He said the state could receive at least $500 million over five years, possibly more, and urged quick authorization and appropriation so the funding could be deployed responsibly.
After the governor and lieutenant governor were escorted out, the joint session was dissolved. The House then returned to regular business, announced committee meetings, excused absent members, and adjourned until 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Apr 9th, 2026
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- by the governor, as well as those appointed at large.
- The governor gets six appointments.
- These are the only three candidates that the governor can select from.
- By removing the attorney restriction, if an attorney is appointed to the board now from the governor
- The Bar Association gets six appointments.
Bills:
HB4248 , HB4429 , HB2588 , HB3472 , HB4317 , HB3462 , HB2035 , HB3501 , HB3127 , HB3143 , HB3144 , HB3260 , HB4321 , HB3011 , HB3522 , HB3530 , HB3940 , HB3078 , HB3043 , HB3005 , HB3007 , HB3403 , HB1907 , HB3175 , HB3986 , HB3466 , HB3411 , HB4246 , SJR49 , HB3281 , HB4319 , HJR1086 , HJR1024 , HJR1087
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, prayer, and several introductions recognizing the Doctor and Nurse of the Day, visiting school groups, and other guests in the galleries. Members also heard a personal privilege statement from Senator Peterson marking the 100th anniversary of his father’s immigration to the United States, followed by a reception announcement in the lounge.
The chamber then took up H.J.R. 1024, a proposed constitutional amendment revising the Judicial Nominating Commission by removing political affiliation restrictions, changing term rules, and allowing consecutive service. An amendment was adopted to move the special election date to August 25, 2026, but the special-election provision later failed on a 27-17 vote. After extended debate over judicial independence, transparency, and political influence, the resolution itself passed 35-8.
The Senate next considered H.J.R. 1087, which would place before voters a constitutional amendment on the five-year ad valorem tax exemption for qualified manufacturing facilities and allow the Legislature to set reimbursement levels for local entities. Supporters said it would give the state more control over costly reimbursements; the measure passed 38-7, and the special-election provision also passed 38-7. The Senate then laid over two agenda items, made committee and event announcements, and adjourned until Monday, April 13 at 1:30 p.m.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Convention of the California Legislature State of the Judiciary Mar 18th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- We're grateful to the governor and his judicial appointment secretary for their ongoing work to fill
- As was recently reported, with nearly two years left in his term, Governor Newsom has already appointed
- We were all beneficiaries of Governor Newsom's commitment to identifying and appointing excellent judges
- Thank you, Governor.
- Next, the court-appointed special advocacy Next, the court-appointed special advocate, or CASA, programs
Summary:
The California Legislature met in Joint Convention for the annual State of the Judiciary, with remarks from legislative leaders, a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, and the formal introduction of Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero and the California Supreme Court justices. Speakers emphasized the importance of judicial independence, the courts’ role in safeguarding democracy and equal justice, and the long history of the California Supreme Court. The convention also recognized statewide constitutional officers and judges from across California.
Chief Justice Guerrero focused her address on the judicial branch’s budget needs and the impact of prior cuts, noting court closures, furloughs, and reduced services, while saying partial restoration in the governor’s proposed budget would help reduce hiring freezes and service disruptions. She urged continued “three-branch” collaboration and highlighted court operations and programs, including remote hearings, judicial vacancies, court-appointed counsel funding, workload and case-complexity data, CARE Act implementation, AI guardrails, interpreter workforce training, CASA programs, kin-first child placement efforts, court facility projects, and courthouse security improvements.
She also discussed the State Bar and bar exam administration, calling for stronger oversight and remedies after recent exam failures, and addressed immigration-related court access issues, reaffirming that courts must remain open and accessible while respecting constitutional limits on state and federal authority. The convention concluded with thanks from legislative leaders and adjournment of the Joint Convention.
VA
Transcript Highlights:
- On House Bill 84, the Speaker appoints Delegates Laufer, Sullivan, and Weber.
- House Bill 625, the Speaker appoints Delegates Henson, Ward, and McLaughlin.
- All of the conference committee appointments are on your member page as well.
- All of the conference committee appointments are on your member page as well.
- Speaker appoints several more conferees.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education Mar 18th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- by the governor.
- I spent 3 years up here as deputy general counsel for both Governor Rick Scott and Governor Ron DeSantis
- I'm honored to be nominated by our Governor.
- So it's it's it's a new appointment for me.
- I am thankful to Governor DeSantis for this appointment.