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CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 014 Jan 28th, 2026
Colorado Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
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Summary:
The Senate convened, established a quorum, and suspended Senate Rule 1B to allow Senator Sullivan’s granddaughter, daughter, and wife to lead the chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance. The Senate then approved the January 26, 2026 journal as corrected and received routine administrative notices, including that several bills and resolutions were correctly engrossed or revised.
Members made a series of announcements and personal privilege remarks recognizing guests and upcoming events. The chamber welcomed representatives from Summit Stone Health Partners, who were praised for their behavioral health and crisis services in Northern Colorado, including crisis intervention, detox, outpatient treatment, mobile crisis response, and peer support. Senators also highlighted an upcoming higher education reception, a Forest Health Council breakfast, a State Affairs Committee hearing on Senate Bill 4, and a Colorado Airport Operators Association reception.
Additional announcements noted that the Joint Budget Committee would meet on supplemental budget requests from the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing, and that the Joint Health and Human Services Committee would hold its SMART Act hearing after adjournment. Senator Bridges promoted the Great Colorado Payback and National Unclaimed Property Day. The Senate then adopted a motion to recess until 11 a.m. later that day.
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS House Floor - 27 January, 2026; 2:00 PM
Mississippi House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands
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Summary:
The House opened with prayer led by Rep. Lee Yancey of Rankin County, who asked for mercy for residents in North and West Mississippi affected by a severe ice storm and for wisdom for legislators. The chamber then recited the Pledge of Allegiance, and the clerk confirmed a quorum was present. The House dispensed with the reading of the journal, reported no selection committee reports, and noted standing committee reports on the calendar. Introductions of bills and constitutional amendments were dispensed with by unanimous consent, and there were no resolutions, petitions, memorials, or other papers.
Several guests were recognized in the galleries, including members of the Mississippi Board of Nursing, the Mississippi Nurse Practitioner Association, a Clinton alderwoman, a nurse practitioner constituent, Mississippi College nursing students, and other constituents. Members also made announcements about upcoming committee meetings, including County Affairs, Technology, Agriculture, Corrections, Marine Resources, Public Utilities, Public Health, Municipalities, Universities and Colleges, Rules, Taking Care of Business and Commerce, Education, and a newly formed subcommittee. One announcement noted that the State of the State address had been postponed to February 4 at 5:00 p.m. in the rotunda.
The House also heard multiple requests to adjourn in memory, including Ms. Irene Martin of Scott County, Mr. John White, the Speaker’s father, Mr. Corey Collins, Lydia Johnson, Mr. Byron Patton, and two people killed in the recent winter storm in North Mississippi. Members also welcomed back the House attorney, Juan, after an absence. No legislation was debated or voted on beyond procedural motions and the motion to dispense with the journal reading.
At the end of the session, Rep. Brent Powell moved that the House stand adjourned until 2:00 p.m. the next day, and the motion was adopted by voice vote.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, April 14, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Darby of Tom Greene County to lead us in the pledges of allegiance to the United States and Texas flags
- actually, Stan Lambert will now lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States and Texas flags
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- Now the Texas flag. Alright, we're good, good for doctor.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Session Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:45 am
Massachusetts Joint Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- will ask all members, guests, and staff to please rise and recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
- I ask all members, guests, and staff to please rise and recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
Summary:
The joint session convened with the Pledge of Allegiance and remarks from the Governor and Lieutenant Governor welcoming members, guests, and the Governor’s Councillors-elect. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the council’s role in reviewing judicial nominees and noted recent confirmations, including 50 judges over the past two years and 38 in the prior year, emphasizing the importance of the council’s work in ensuring qualified and experienced judges for the Commonwealth.
The Secretary of the Commonwealth transmitted the certified returns of the November 5, 2024 election for councillors, as required by the Constitution. The councillors-elect were then sworn in, taking oaths to support the Constitutions of Massachusetts and the United States and to faithfully discharge their duties. They were reminded to sign required paperwork before leaving so their service would be official.
After the swearing-in, the Sergeant-at-Arms escorted the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, councillors, and guests from the chamber. On motion by the Senator from Brockton, Mr. Brady, the joint convention voted to adjourn, and the motion carried by voice vote.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Informal House Session 58 Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Members, please rise and join me in pledging allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.
- Standing and joining me in pledging allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
Summary:
The House opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and then took up several committee reports and procedural motions. It adopted a resolution commending Bill Spain on his retirement from the Castle Island Association and his work preserving Fort Independence. The House also concurred in a Senate petition concerning improved public access and climate resiliency on the Mystic River and referred it to the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources. In addition, the House suspended Joint Rule 12 for two petitions: one establishing a sick leave bank for a Massachusetts Department of Transportation employee and another creating a Legion of Merit motor vehicle license plate.
The chamber then advanced House Bill 4101, relative to the Dracut Water Supply District, suspending Rule 7A, taking a second reading, and ordering it to a third reading. On third reading, House Bill 5034, waiving the maximum age requirement for Boston police officers for Matthew Cummings, was passed to be engrossed. House Bill 1338, allowing fair compensation of Massachusetts credit union directors, was amended to add an emergency preamble and strike Section 2, then passed to be engrossed as amended.
Later, the House recessed and then returned to final passage on House Bill 1646, concerning violations of regulations regarding the hot work process, and House Bill 5511, concerning teacher preparation and student literacy; both were passed to be enacted. The House also adopted an order to adjourn to meet the following Monday at 11 a.m., and then adjourned to that time in informal session.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- by Donna Khafer, our legislative chaplain, or remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
TX
Texas 89th 1st C.S.
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Jul 21st, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- the Honorable John McQueeney to lead us in the pledges of allegiance to the United States and Texas flags
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands
- Honor the Texas flag. I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session - part 1 Apr 24th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Please remain standing and recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States.
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
- And the rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air, gave proof through the night that our flag was
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Mobile County Legislation Committee Apr 9th, 2025
Mobile County Legislation
Transcript Highlights:
- Why not just change it to where there's a flag that has a shark on it that just stays up there all the
- Yeah, we have a flag. Same with the jellyfish. ...have a flag. Same with the jellyfish.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- One fun fact and enduring token of that service that we see every day is our state flag.
- The Arizona state flag was designed by Arizona National Guard...
- That we see every day is our state flag.
- The Arizona state flag was designed by Arizona National Guard Colonel Charles Wilfred Harris in 1910
- They didn't have a flag to distinguish themselves, so he created that flag, and it's been our flag ever
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Energy (1-14-26)
Natural Resources & Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- Now, we will salute our state, but we will say a prayer to our flag here.
- So, if you'll join me, I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic
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Meeting Start 00:00
Attendance Roll Call 01:15
Member Comments 01:43
SB 29 Discussion 05:18
SB 29 Roll Call Vote 09:44
SB 49 Discussion 11:29
SB 49 Roll Call Vote 22:29, 958, all
Summary:
The Kentucky Senate Natural Resources Committee held its first meeting of 2026, opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, and several housekeeping reminders from the chair. The chair emphasized a 24-hour filing rule for amendments and other items, asked members to use “present” during roll call, and reminded members to route questions through the chair rather than cross-examining witnesses. The committee also welcomed a student guest, Madison Dus, and several interns, and noted that Senator Neal was attending the committee for the first time.
The committee then heard Senate Bill 29 from Senator Greg Elkins, which would prohibit solid waste management facilities from being charged an assessment or fee by the county or solid waste district where the waste was generated. Supporters described the bill as a response to counties attempting to impose “designation fees” on waste generated locally, and said the measure would close a loophole and prevent a growing practice. After discussion about similar practices in other states and the value of waste as a commodity, the committee voted favorably to pass SB 29.
The committee next considered Senate Bill 49, also by Senator Elkins, which would create a voluntary statewide program to increase awareness, education, and recycling of lithium and other rechargeable batteries. Testimony focused on the fire and explosion risks batteries pose in collection vehicles and landfills, the value of rare earth metals in batteries, and the need to keep them out of the waste stream. Members asked about whether larger batteries, such as those from electric vehicles or solar facilities, were covered under existing law; the sponsor said the bill was aimed at smaller consumer batteries and that larger batteries were likely already addressed under existing universal waste or hazardous waste rules. The committee also discussed how to promote the voluntary program through retailers, local governments, recyclers, and the Energy and Environment Cabinet. SB 49 was then approved favorably by committee vote.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Saturday, January 3, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- TO THE FLAG. >> OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT STANDS.
- The Chair will lead the House in the Pledge of Allegiance. >> I pledge allegiance to the flag of the
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Opening Ceremonies of the 89th Legislature Jan 14th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And remain standing for the national anthem and pledges of allegiance to the United States and Texas flags
- Those of you who haven't turn around, I'm gonna turn around and I want the American flags on the left
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the nation under God, with liberty
- chair recognizes the Honorable Sophronia Thompson of Harris County to lead the pledge to the Texas flag
- Please join me in the Pledge of allegiance to the Texas flag.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Opening Ceremonies of the 89th Legislature Jan 14th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And the rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air 🎶 🎶 Gave proof through the night that our flag
- I'm going to turn around, and I want the American flags on the left, and they've already got it up there
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
- Chair recognizes the Honorable Zephronia Thompson of Harris County to lead the Pledge to the Texas flag
- Please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Texas flag. I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Executive Departments and Administration (02/19/2025)
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.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Ways and Means Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:30 am
Joint Committee on Ways and Means
Transcript Highlights:
- Let me flag what concerns me about the outmigration.
- I appreciate you flagging it for me. Okay, please do. That was one.
- So I guess that's just a red flag that I want to flag for you guys, just because in situations like that
- So I guess that's just a red flag that I want to flag for you guys. just because.
- I guess that's just a red flag that I want to flag for you guys, just because, you know, in situations
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Ways and Means held a public FY27 budget hearing at Barnstable Town Hall, with opening remarks emphasizing the Cape and Islands’ seasonal infrastructure, housing, transportation, workforce, and digital needs. The hearing began with testimony from the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development, which outlined the Healey-Driscoll administration’s budget priorities for job training, apprenticeship, youth employment, reentry programs, and unemployment insurance modernization. The secretary highlighted proposed funding for the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund, Career Technical Initiative, YouthWorks, reentry workforce development, and services for young adults with disabilities, along with a proposal to streamline youth work permits. Members also discussed the unemployment trust fund, the COVID assessment on employers, rising unemployment, and the need to improve DUA customer service and claims processing.
Committee members asked about job seeker barriers such as child care, housing, transportation, and out-migration of young workers, as well as how to keep Cape Cod graduates and seasonal workers in the region. The administration said its strategy is to pair training with broader affordability investments and to expose students to career pathways earlier, including through middle school, early childhood STEM, YouthWorks, pre-apprenticeships, and Building Pathways. Senators and representatives also raised concerns about regional funding disparities, especially for Hampshire Franklin MassHire, and the administration said it is reviewing MassHire funding and service equity through a policy committee and statewide workforce board. On unemployment assistance, officials reported major improvements in wait times and claims processing, but said they are still working through backlogs and staffing challenges while maintaining program integrity.
The committee then heard testimony from the Executive Office of Economic Development. The secretary described House 2 as a fiscally restrained budget with no new taxes or fees, while preserving core programs and using the Mass Leads Act tools to support competitiveness. EOED’s proposal included funding for the Community One Stop for Growth, rural economic development, social enterprise operating grants, regional economic development organizations, the Workforce Investment Trust Fund, Community Workforce Partnerships, Pathmaker, advanced manufacturing training, life sciences, innovation vouchers, AI initiatives, small business assistance, and tourism and live theater support. The Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation also testified on its FY27 request, focusing on consumer protection, licensing, banking, insurance, and public safety regulation. No votes were taken during the hearing.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Artificial intelligence in psychotherapy services 3/18/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It's clinical words like depression, anxiety, suicide, chemical dependency and flag them and be required
- It's clinical words like depression, anxiety, suicide, chemical dependency and flag them and be required
- It's clinical words like depression, anxiety, suicide, chemical dependency and flag them and be required
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flag - them and be required to come and flag them and be required to come forward<00:21:20.720>
and <
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS Senate Floor - 23 February, 2026; 4:00 PM
Mississippi Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum present, received an invocation from Reverend Tony Chrysler, and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Routine motions were adopted to dispense with reading the journal, committee reports, and bill and resolution titles. The chamber also recognized Dr. Scott Hamilton as doctor of the day and welcomed a group from the Hancock County Youth Academy to the gallery.
On the calendar, several items were passed over and retained, including items one through six on the finance calendar, a motion to reconsider Senate Bill 3053, and House Bill 1076. No substantive debate on those measures was recorded in this segment. The Senate then moved into announcements.
Announcements included a capital prayer gathering the next morning, the Mississippi Legislative Sportsman’s Caucus catfish dinner, an appropriations committee meeting, a joint appropriations/IT meeting to discuss statewide computer and technology issues, a finance committee meeting, and notices that Insurance and Judiciary Division B would not meet the next morning. Members also requested that the Senate adjourn in memory of several individuals, including Jimmy Scott McMon of Starkville, Mary Margaret Casease of Oxford, Brent Coleman of Sebast, and Leila Bea Keys of Clarksdale and Robera Jameson of Marks. The Senate voted to stand in recess until 5:00 p.m., with the journal to reflect adjournment until 10:00 a.m. the following morning.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag, which will be led by Senator Sears or Shamp
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands
- You know, most people don't realize this, but Washington, he had his own, he had many flags as a general
- , and one of those flags is called the Washington Standard, and it is a constellation of stars...
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then heard several points of personal privilege introducing guests, including visitors for Disability Day at the Capitol and the pastor who delivered the prayer. The chamber then moved into the Committee of the Whole to consider two bills: SB 1010, relating to historic names and the renaming of Loop 202, and SB 1439, relating to special plates and recycling-related provisions. SB 1010 received a floor amendment clarifying that the underlying freeway segments would retain their existing names, and SB 1439 received a Government Committee amendment before both bills were recommended do pass.
On third reading, SB 1010 passed 16-9 with two not voting. Debate centered on whether renaming the entire Loop 202 to honor Charlie Kirk would erase or overshadow existing memorials, especially the Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway segment, and whether the bill bypassed the usual geographic naming process. Supporters said the amendment preserved existing segment names and clarified legislative intent; opponents argued the measure politicized highway naming and ignored established procedures. Several senators explained their votes on both sides.
SB 1439 then passed 16-12 with two not voting. The bill’s sponsor described it as a tribute to Charlie Kirk, and one senator asked whether the sponsor or affiliated companies had received compensation from a beneficiary organization; the sponsor said no. After both measures were sent to the House, the Senate announced upcoming committee meetings and adjourned until the next scheduled session.