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OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Rules REVISED Apr 20th, 2026 at 09:00 am

Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • the law enforcement pension system, which is often referred to as half pay.
  • What's the hit to the pension fund? Thank you for the question.
  • And I do know, after talking to the pension system, that there is A lot of inquiries from those pensioners
  • What this is is back in the 2018 legislative session.
  • I don't know how, but This is legislation that will help everyday Oklahomans.
Committee: Senate Rules
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Rules REVISED Apr 20th, 2026

Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, House Bill 1739 is an increased pension benefit for the state police, the law enforcement pension
  • What's the hit to the pension fund? Thank you for the question.
  • pensions would be better served?
  • And I do know, after talking to the pension system, that there is a lot of inquiries from those pensioners
  • And OSSBA on this legislation, and they are okay with the bill.
Committee: Senate Rules
Summary: The Rules Committee met to consider a long slate of executive nominations and several bills. All of the nominations received broad support and were advanced to the floor, including Lori Burns to the Redlands Community College Board of Regents, Lisa Daly to the Oklahoma State Credit Union, Juana Ellison to the Forensic Review Board, Haley Frick to the Regional University System of Oklahoma, Michael Hillary to the Wildlife Conservation Commission, Dustin Hillary to the University of Oklahoma Board of Regents, John Holt to the Used Motor Vehicle Dismantler and Manufactured Housing Commission, Brian Sweeney to the Capital Medical Center Improvement and Zoning Commission, and Cale Walker to the USAO Board of Regents. Most nominations passed unanimously; Brian Sweeney’s nomination passed 15-2. The committee then heard and passed several policy bills. HB 1675 created a severe-weather preparedness framework for youth camps and passed 16-1. HB 3242, the Women’s Safety and Protection Act covering shelters, schools, and higher education, passed 15-2 after questions about enforcement and legal remedies. HB 1739 increased state police pension benefits and employer contributions to help retain officers, passing 16-1. HB 3320 overhauled the sunset review process for boards and commissions and passed 15-2. HB 3047 designated LOFT as the central recipient for legislative reports and passed unanimously, and HB 4434 required the governor or acting governor to notify the next successor before leaving the state, also passing unanimously. The committee also advanced HB 4432, which would restore the ability to deduct gambling losses against gambling winnings for state income tax purposes; supporters said it would help ordinary taxpayers, while opponents raised fiscal concerns, and it passed 16-1. HB 3705 raised the parental choice tax credit cap from $250 million to $275 million and passed 13-3 after extended debate over school choice, public funding, and reporting. HB 3718 set timelines for school districts to process evaluations tied to the Lindsay Nicole Henry Scholarship program and passed 12-2, with critics arguing it could create a separate track and strain school psychology resources. HJR 1089, which would have sent voters a constitutional convention referendum, was laid over and not voted on. The meeting ended with adjournment after the final vote.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • you believe that recently I met with the Department of Wildlife in my office on another piece of legislation
  • of the reason that I brought this is the Ruby Franke case out of Utah, which has passed similar legislation
  • This legislation is rooted, Mr.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • No one's asking for this legislation.
  • One thing that I'll also point out is if you look at the legislation, this legislation does not increase
  • If you look at the legislation, this legislation does not increase the minimum number of hours for the
  • , but that within this piece of legislation, it's... ...within this piece of legislation, it's not truly
  • This legislation is rooted, Mr.
Summary: The House began with a quorum call, then moved into a series of special presentations recognizing guests and champions, including the Talihina state football team, the Hodgson Bulldogs state basketball champions, Sooner Start families and advocates, the Edmond Republican Women’s Club, Leadership Miami, and other visitors in the galleries. Members also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 17, honoring the long friendship between Oklahoma and Ireland and welcoming Irish Senator Aubrey McCarthy to the Capitol. The chamber then considered and passed several bills on third reading. Among them were HB 4226, creating a formal recusal/disqualification process for judges with timelines; HB 4432, addressing itemized deductions and gambling-related tax treatment; HB 3304, requiring Service Oklahoma to check the methamphetamine user database before issuing a commercial driver’s license; HB 3411, requiring PFOS testing and related safeguards for biosolids land application; HB 3435, creating a single-subject rule for municipal bonds; HB 4339, updating probate publication requirements for rural Oklahoma; HB 4341 and HB 4342, both CASA-related measures; HB 1770, directing OSU Veterinary Medicine to study the elk population in the northwest zone; HB 1016, setting up trust protections for minors featured in monetized online content; and HB 413, clarifying that people with felony convictions may vote once they have fully completed incarceration, parole, supervision, and probation. The House also passed HB 2950, removing an ACT requirement tied to Oklahoma’s Promise for homeschool students; HB 4141, funding a statewide sexual assault nurse examiner coordinator if money becomes available; HB 3277, cleanup language for VIN inspections on salvage vehicles; HB 2988, expanding the Terry Peach Act; HB 3029, requiring a four-year planning process for the State Department of Education; HB 3338, regulating the pool industry after reports of consumer losses; HB 1889, restoring benefits for a small group of police and fire retirees; HB 3834, authorizing ibogaine clinical trials for PTSD, addiction, and related conditions; HB 3831, seeking state support for Oklahoma Task Force One urban search and rescue; HB 2939, removing fax-machine references from election law; HB 3045, extending response-fee limits to municipal fire departments; HB 3657, modernizing OESC reporting and data sharing; HB 1739, reinstating a half-pay provision for OHP members; HB 3759, setting a June 30 date for temporary school allocations; HB 3755, clarifying juvenile detention medication funding and custody language; HB 4484, allowing certain state vehicles to be used between residences and work sites; HB 4486, creating a Gold Star Families Memorial Monument at the Capitol; HB 4108, adding airports to the critical infrastructure trespass list; and HB 1250, creating a revolving fund for public safety technology tied to the Blue Jay app. Most bills passed with broad support, though a few drew significant debate, especially the homeschool/Oklahoma’s Promise bill and the pool regulation bill, which passed with narrower margins.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • We lift these legislative. to pray.
  • We lift these legislative. Their personal needs and concerns.
  • We lift these legislators before you, and we pray your blessing on them. Renew their strength.
Summary: The House convened, took the roll, offered the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance, and introduced Dr. Zachary Fowler as Doctor of the Day. The chamber also received several visitor introductions, including CPA representatives, Ms. Oklahoma 2025 Tessa Dorrell, Osage County elected officials, and retired firefighters. The floor leader noted a lengthy agenda and moved through second- and third-reading business. Members debated and passed House Bill 437, which updates Oklahoma CPA licensure pathways to align with the 2025 Uniform Accountancy Act and create three structured routes to licensure; it passed 73-0. House Bill 1225, dealing with vital records and birth certificate sex designation language, drew extended debate over self-determination, accuracy of records, and constitutional concerns; it passed 73-18. House Bill 3076 created a new alternative teacher certification pathway and passed 76-17, with debate centered on whether alternative routes help fill shortages or weaken traditional preparation programs. House Bill 381 lowered the age to become a licensed fire extinguisher technician from 21 to 18 and passed 90-0. During debate on the education bill, supporters argued alternative certification can improve recruitment and retention and cited out-of-state programs and retention data, while opponents said it could disincentivize traditional teacher preparation and worsen long-term retention. On the vital records bill, supporters described it as a transparency and accuracy measure, while opponents argued it would impose government judgments on identity and conflict with prior court rulings. After completing the listed business, the House recessed until 1:30 p.m.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

CAA Public Hearing - Wed Mar 18, 2026 @ 10:30 AM HST

Culture & Arts

Transcript Highlights:
  • This bill is a prime example of the legislative process in work.
  • </c><00:30:13.920><c> It</c><00:30:14.040><c> started</c> legislative process in work.
  • It started legislative process in work.
  • I want to compliment again the legislators on this. This is not an additional burden.
  • </c><01:29:29.600><c> um</c> established within this legislation um established within this legislation
Summary: The committee heard testimony on SB 2603 SD1, which would designate the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra as the state symphony orchestra, require annual reports to the legislature, and appropriate funds. Testimony was overwhelmingly in support from the orchestra, the Hawaii Youth Symphony, the Hawaii Arts Alliance, business and arts groups, and many individuals. Supporters emphasized the orchestra’s cultural value, its role in inspiring youth and supporting arts education, and its broader community impact. No opposition or questions were raised, and the chair offered praise for the level of public engagement around the measure. The committee then took up SB 3007 SD2, relating to culture and the arts, which would create an Office of Community Culture and Innovation within the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, require annual reporting, appropriate funds, and establish a Community and Cultural Partnerships Program. The Attorney General’s office warned that section four, which separately funds preservation and relocation of artwork from Aloha Stadium, may be non-germane and should be moved to a separate bill; it also suggested the office would be more properly placed under DAGS rather than SFCA. SFCA Director Karen Ewald testified with concerns about added costs, staffing burdens, and the need for earlier communication, while also saying the agency could support the work if properly coordinated. Opposition testimony argued the bill was duplicative or unnecessary, while supporters, including Governor Abercrombie and Dean Sakamoto, said it would help communities, especially Chinatown, and could support planning and cultural revitalization. The chair noted roughly eight opposition testimonies and five in support, and questioned witnesses about coordination and the cost of relocating the Aloha Stadium artwork, which Ewald estimated could cost at least $1.2 million. The AG’s office said removing section four would substantially reduce legal risk. Finally, the committee heard SB 3019 SD2, a consumer protection measure that would cap ticket resale prices at no more than $3 above the original price for events in Hawaii and authorize DCCA to adopt enforcement rules and fines. The Office of Consumer Protection opposed the bill, arguing it would strain limited enforcement resources, push sales to less regulated channels, and likely eliminate the protections offered by established secondary platforms. Chamber of Progress also opposed the bill, saying price caps would encourage black-market sales, scams, and fraud, and that resale markets serve legitimate consumer needs. In support, the National Independent Venue Association backed the measure, though the remainder of its testimony was not fully captured in the transcript excerpt.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 3/17/26

Commerce Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • I just think legislating in an imperfect world is the solution.
  • I just think legislating<00:28:29.520><c> in</c><00:28:29.640><c> an</c><00:28:29.800><c> imperfect</
  • I'm trying to make it legislating.
  • ><c> this</c><00:53:20.280><c> committee</c> 2027 legislative session, this committee 2027 legislative
  • </c><01:05:08.400><c> to</c> now and then for the legislator to now and then for the legislator to legislature
Bills: HF4145 , HF4009 , HF4304 , SF2511 , HF4090 , HF357 , HF901
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Boards, Agencies and Commissions Committee Mar 11th, 2026

Boards, Agencies and Commissions

Transcript Highlights:
  • I think this bill accomplishes that and it's a good piece of legislation. years.
  • ><00:12:25.839><c> good</c><00:12:26.079><c> piece</c><00:12:26.240><c> of</c><00:12:26.399><c> legislation
  • </c> And it's a good piece of legislation that will protect your decisions. >> Uh, thank you.
Bills: SB274 , HB586 , SB274 , HB586
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Boards, Agencies and Commissions Committee Feb 11th, 2026

Boards, Agencies and Commissions

Transcript Highlights:
  • Um, back in the 1990s, I believe, the legislative meeting dates were moved from July until earlier in
  • Um, back in the 1990s, I believe, the legislative meeting dates were moved from July until earlier in
Bills: SB78 , SB103 , SB113 , SB180 , SB78 , SB103 , SB113 , SB180
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Law & Justice Feb 3rd, 2026 at 08:30 am

Law & Justice

Transcript Highlights:
  • But they did highlight problems with the underlying legislation.
  • You know, not to harp on the consultants anymore, but I believe when we pass legislation to give more
  • But they did highlight problems with the underlying legislation.
  • You know, not to harp on the consultants anymore, but I believe when we pass legislation to give more
  • And I believe that was in the last legislative session or the year before.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Law & Justice Feb 2nd, 2026 at 10:30 am

Law & Justice

Transcript Highlights:
  • I represent the 28th legislative district. And Chair Dhingra is absolutely correct.
  • I represent the 28th legislative district. And Chair Dinger is absolutely correct.
  • Chair Dhingra, members, I'm Michael McKinley, 28th Legislative District. I'm for SB 5962.
  • He passed away at 12:30 a.m. the first day of this legislative session.
  • Thank you, legislators, for your attention to these really important issues.
Bills: SB5962 , SB6105 , SB6203 , SB6296
TX

Texas 89th 1st C.S.

Senate Session (Part II) Jul 21st, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Not in my personal discussions, but if you're referring to the call itself, it does say legislation that
  • Texas legislators just testified in El Paso to that very statement.
  • The public, our legislators, and staff are familiar with this existing process.
  • Well, what it says is specifically, legislation...
  • Let's stand up for ourselves and legislate the things we're supposed to, not this garbage.
Bills: SR5 , SB5 , SB11 , SB12 , SB25 , SB26 , SB28 , SB35 , SB5 , SB11 , SB12 , SB25 , SB26 , SB28 , SB35
Summary: The meeting centered around the discussion of congressional redistricting, where the committee established the procedures to ensure a fair and transparent process. Led by Senator King, the session focused on adopting a resolution that authorized a special committee dedicated to congressional redistricting and allowed for regional hearings to gather public input via videoconferencing. Concerns were raised about ensuring adequate notice for public participation, especially from marginalized communities potentially affected by proposed changes. Disagreements emerged regarding the timeline for regional hearings and how to address the implications of the redistricting process on minority districts. Overall, participants acknowledged the complex nature of redistricting and the importance of engaging constituents in the legislative process.
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Human Services Apr 22nd, 2025

Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • In fact, there's legislation that's being moved and, um.
  • You're passing legislation.
  • Years of devastation could have been avoided had legislation like HB 1106 been in place.
  • And so if we pass this legislation, we assume That Um, every situation is like yours.
  • This legislation is morally indefensible and a violation of the civil rights of our children.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Mar 19th, 2025

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence

Transcript Highlights:
  • Go over that legislative history one more time. Yes, sir.
  • HB 4173, what the Ledge Council aided us in doing and drafting this piece of legislation.
  • it. to this piece of legislation so that it could apply to civil juries.
  • And I'm also the legislative and policy director of the FAMI. Family Freedom Project.
  • As drafted by legislation, the legislative council was drafted in accordance with their previously adopted
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Mar 19th, 2025

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence

Transcript Highlights:
  • So again, this legislation...
  • year I am the chairman of the National Legislative Committee for the entire VFW.
  • Other legislators have as well, including our colleague, Representative...
  • I have testified in over 35 states for any type of child protection legislation.
  • The media outlets paying attention to some of the legislation that's been going on here.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Public Health Apr 21st, 2025

Public Health

Transcript Highlights:
  • This legislation is a result of their efforts.
  • Legislative session senator Menendez authored list legislation to direct HSC to survey behavioral health
  • No appropriations to this fund is requested by this legislation.
  • You know, there's legislation out there.
  • Legislative Director for Texas Right to Life and Self.
Committee: House Public Health
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

House and Governmental Affairs Apr 8th, 2026

House and Governmental Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • But we know that I think our legislative auditor is a great...
  • Now, LDH could say, look, LA, legislative auditor, Mr.
  • I can't find out about it, even as a legislator.
  • , and the legislator has no information.
  • Well, the legislator will still be able to say, I didn't do it.
Bills: HB88 , HB181 , HB210 , HB250 , HB486 , HB529 , HB544 , HB639 , HB996 , HB1036 , HB1071 , HB1113