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NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
Other - PSCOC Aug 27th, 2025
Public School Capital Outlay Oversight Task Force
Transcript Highlights:
- SCS COC funding, and staff will remove the facility from the facilities assessment database.
- The district request, as stated, matches the staff recommendation.
- So, the digitization would help us hire through maybe a state use actor.
- There are other state buildings or leases that we could pursue.
- In state charters versus public school districts, all the state charters are grouped into one.
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Appropriations - Education and Environment Division Apr 14th, 2025 at 02:30 pm
Appropriations - Education and Environment Division
Transcript Highlights:
- I am a member of a partnership group that leases office space to Bismarck State College.
- I am a member of a partnership group that leases office space to Bismarck State College.
- State College of Science.
- I'll use Williston State as an example because this is what I know of.
- It was those three disciplines on the students leave the state.
Bills:
SB2003
Keywords:
higher education, student loans, scholarships, capital projects, workforce development, funding, North Dakota university system, 908, all
Summary:
The committee met to work through the higher education budget, beginning with a conflict-of-interest request from Representative Martinson, who was excused from voting because of a partnership that leases office space to Bismarck State College. Members then reviewed the higher education institution budget sheets, covering ongoing and one-time funding items for campuses and system projects such as BSC housing, Lake Region roof repairs, UND’s STEM and National Security Crossroads projects, the UND allied health facility, NDSU projects including New Horizons, DSU deferred maintenance and campus security, Mayville’s Old Main, Minot projects, and the regional health institutes. Members also discussed student financial assistance, the professional student exchange program, IT security funding, and workforce/education innovation grants.
Several amendments and policy questions were debated. The committee adopted an amendment to make workforce education innovation grants competitive rather than automatically distributed, and then voted to remove language prohibiting those funds from being used to duplicate academic programs. Members also removed similar anti-duplication language from the New Horizons section. They agreed to extend the UND hyperbaric chamber transfer authority to 2027 and clarified language around UND land-sale proceeds. A proposed amendment to add $5.6 million for the Wahpeton State School of Science building purchase failed for lack of a second, and a proposal to restore fetal alcohol spectrum disorder funding to UND was left for conference. The committee also discussed, but did not add, a tuition cap change, a study on the Praxis exam, and several governance-related provisions.
The committee spent significant time on broader higher education policy items, including a $3 million enterprise resource planning request for the university system, a $2 million grant program for students who are pregnant, recently gave birth, or are caring for young children, and a $1.1 million request for library age-verification software tied to the Odin system. Members also discussed dual-credit authority for UND and NDSU, a goal for the UND medical school to increase North Dakota resident enrollment, and intent language regarding the commissioner/chancellor model and presidential search authority. At the end of the meeting, the committee approved the amendments and then gave the higher education budget a do-pass recommendation as amended, with Representative Sanford designated as the carrier. The Forest Service budget was also approved, including two additional FTEs, and the committee adjourned after noting it would continue with other budgets the next day.
MD
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- Back-to-back state titles in 2024 and 2025.
- <00:06:06.800>
title regular season and another state title regular season and another state - Also, we have a visitor coming in tonight who will be here for the State of the State address.
- here for the state of the state address. here for the state of the state address.
Summary:
The House convened with 129 members present, offered a prayer, and then took up a series of ceremonial resolutions recognizing Maryland Library Day, the Clarksburg High School girls flag football team for winning the 4A/3A state championship, and the Stephen Decatur High School boys varsity soccer team for winning the 3A state championship. Each resolution was read and adopted with applause. The chamber also received and adopted messages from the Senate and House regarding a joint meeting for the Governor’s address on February 11, 2026, and the appointment of joint escort committees for the Governor and Lieutenant Governor.
The House then moved through committee reports on several bills, adopting favorable reports and ordering bills printed for third reading, including House Bills 1068 through 1090 by consent, House Bill 273 on SHOP enrollment effective date changes, House Bill 275/277 on Medicare supplement policies and insurance third-party administrators, Senate Bill 245 on prohibiting immigration enforcement agreements, House Bill 20 and Senate Bill 17 on Baltimore City alcoholic beverages related event promoters permits, House Bill 3 on tuition exemptions for dependents of public safety employees, and House Bill 60 on sickle cell disease policies and educational campaigns. House Bill 226 on Department of Disabilities housing programs was amended to clarify Attorney General review of policies before its favorable report was adopted.
Two bills were special ordered for later consideration: House Bill 28 on private career schools advertising, at the request of a delegate for a committee amendment, and House Bill 229 on Maryland Transportation Authority revenue bond limits. The House also heard a floor amendment to House Bill 60 adding “Caitlyn’s Law” to line three, which was adopted. The session included committee, subcommittee, delegation, and caucus announcements, a Black History Month moment on the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and several guest recognitions. The House adjourned on motion of the Majority Leader until Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 11:30 a.m., with a reminder that bills must be submitted to the Chief Clerk by February 12 to avoid referral to Rules.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Local Government Committee Jun 17th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- SB 1408 does not take funding away from the state of California.
- The state needs to step in. The evidence supports SB 1379. Thank you.
- Chair, members, Corey Salsillo, on behalf of the California State Sheriff. Mr.
- Please state your name, affiliation, and position on the bill. Good afternoon.
- Please state your name, organization, and position on the bill.
Summary:
The Assembly Local Government Committee heard a long agenda of local government, housing, transportation, and public safety bills. Early items included SB 762, which would give certain local governments a voter-approved path to seek additional local sales tax authority to address fiscal pressures; SB 1400, which would modernize Alameda Health System governance and give Alameda County more flexibility and oversight; and SB 1408, which would authorize Contra Costa County to place a renewal of its transportation sales tax on the ballot. Supporters for those bills included local officials, county representatives, labor groups, fire and police organizations, and transit advocates, while no organized opposition was presented on those measures in committee.
The committee also heard SB 1272, which would give homeowners more time to correct certain inherited code violations and allow an affidavit process for buyers who did not know about the violation at purchase. The bill drew support from the California Apartment Association and opposition from code enforcement and county groups, who argued it would reduce local enforcement discretion and create health and safety risks. After questions about disclosure and enforcement, the committee approved SB 1272 as amended and re-referred it to Appropriations. SB 1055, dealing with procurement flexibility for Pajaro flood control and levee repairs, also passed as amended and was sent to Appropriations.
Later, the committee approved SB 1379, which would separate the Riverside County Sheriff-Coroner and create an independent medical examiner system. The author and supporters argued the change was needed for transparency and independence in in-custody death investigations, while opponents raised labor, cost, and governance concerns; some opposition was softened after the author agreed to employee-protection amendments. The committee also passed SB 1172, limiting consultant compensation and adding transparency rules for local tax-sharing agreements, and several housing bills from Senator Grayson: SB 1003 on pro-housing infrastructure financing districts, SB 1014 on early disclosure of infrastructure requirements for housing projects, and SB 1169 on extending tentative vesting map validity. The committee took votes on consent items and later add-ons, with most measures passing on bipartisan or unanimous votes and several being re-referred to Appropriations or Housing and Community Development as appropriate.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Local Government Committee Jun 17th, 2026
Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
- SB 1408 does not take funding away from the State of California.
- The state needs to step in. The evidence supports SB 1379. Thank you.
- Please state your name, affiliation, and position on the bill. Good afternoon.
- Please state your name, organization, and position on the bill.
- Those in support, please state your name, affiliation, and position on the bill.
VT
Transcript Highlights:
- <00:07:34.160>
waters chloride contamination of state waters chloride contamination of state - S. 218, an act relating to reducing fluoride contamination of state waters.
- There is a database that keeps track of all this data, and so that's on the next page.
- chloride contamination of state waters. chloride contamination of state waters.
- Today, the Vermont Energy committees across the state are in the building.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Senate in Special Session A Jan 27th, 2025
Florida Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Trump as the 47th President of the United States.
- Whereas, in-state and out-of-state organizations exploited loopholes in the citizens initiative petition
- Byrd, Secretary of State, the reading of the proclamation, Mr. President.
- Let me state a few things clearly.
- President Trump asked for partnership at the state level that produces results.
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- In the state, there are four programs: the University of Arkansas, Arkansas State, Pulaski Tech, and
- In our current state, the 3D program can serve 20 students at max at a time.
- The goal is to create individualized, state-of-the-art vocational programming.
- I mean, I think that I was there with Susie traveling the state.
- I mean, I think that I was there with Susie traveling the state.
Summary:
The meeting opened with routine business, including approval of the January 13, 2026 minutes, and a brief recognition of Autism Awareness Month. The task force then heard a presentation from the University of Arkansas College of Education and Health Professions on two student support programs: the Empower Program for non-degree-seeking students ages 18–24 with mild intellectual disabilities, and the Autism Support Program for degree-seeking students with autism. Speakers described academic coaching, peer and career coaching, residential supports, person-centered planning, internships, and scholarship/fee structures, noting that both programs charge a $5,000 per-semester fee and rely on scholarships and fundraising to offset costs. Members asked about dorm arrangements, individualized plans, and how students transition in and out of supports; presenters explained that Empower students remain in the program throughout, while Autism Support Program students may enter or leave services as needed.
The committee next heard from Pulaski Technical College’s 3D program, a three-year transition and post-secondary program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities focused on culinary, baking, and hospitality training. Presenters outlined integrated classes with traditional students, faded support over time, internships, and outcomes such as 97 students enrolled since the program began, 57 graduates, strong completion rates, and many graduates obtaining and retaining jobs in the food service industry. Members asked about how success is measured, why rates are not 100 percent, the role of integrated classes, tuition, and community partnerships; staff explained that grading includes technical and professional skills, tuition is $5,700 per semester, and scholarships such as GETS and FAFSA help reduce costs. They also noted plans to expand offerings and pursue accreditation through the Inclusive Higher Education Accreditation Council.
Finally, the task force received a presentation from SLS Community, a Fayetteville nonprofit serving neurodivergent adults through residential supports, supported employment, community activities, and advocacy. Leaders described a long-term vision tied to the Cato Springs mixed-use development, where housing, jobs, clinical services, and community amenities would be integrated in a “live, work, play” model. They discussed a residential program, a new vocational program called Program Forge, community events, and the challenges of the “services cliff” after age 21, especially for adults with complex support needs. Members and parents spoke about the importance of trained direct support professionals, ABA-based supports, and the need for better funding and service models for adults. The meeting ended with announcements about upcoming autism-related events and a request for future discussion on task force appointments and broader issues around ABA oversight and misuse.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- highways intersect and there's a State highways intersect and there's a state<00:45:45.319>
park< - I'm the Deputy Secretary of State.
- Um, so we have... that's why I asked that question is, you know, state parks, right? State parks...
- > parks you know state parks right state parks you know state parks right state parks represent<04
- In many other states, you know, has this been a problem in other states?
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- We're going to touch on the anticipated growth for that industry in the state of Arizona.
- So I want to put this into a context specifically for the state of Arizona.
- This is data that comes from the SEMI database. It's a subscription to which we participate.
- That's second only to Texas in terms of the number of new fabs in the United States.
Bills:
SB1041
Keywords:
electronic monitoring, nursing care, assisted living, resident rights, privacy, consent, surveillance, 1182, all
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Finance Division II (03/07/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- So when we got the state grant, the state grant was specifically for targeted outreach.
- Oh, I was going to go on to talk about the state database and how we assign the children.
- uh talk about the state database and how uh talk about the state database and how uh we<04:26:35.520
- I mean, the state should earn interest. I’m just going to say the state should be earning.
- c> that<05:27:40.760>
state immediate return to that state immediate return to that state
Summary:
The Finance Division 2 work session first took up HB 506, a bill dealing with the return of seized firearms. Members discussed how the measure would shift background-check processing for firearm returns through the Department of Safety, while the physical firearms would still remain with local police unless State Police had taken custody. The department said the bill would change which cases come to it, and members clarified that the bill concerns the background-check decision rather than possession of the firearms. The committee then voted OTP on HB 506 FN by a 7-0 roll call.
The committee next discussed HB 671, establishing a kindergarten literacy readiness program. Department of Education staff explained that the bill grew out of a COVID-era Waterford contract that provided home-based early literacy support for families using federal relief funds, at a cost of about $600,000 per year, but that the program ended when those funds expired. Members raised concerns that the bill’s $1 appropriation was not realistic, that the prior program lacked sufficient outcome data, and that the references to ESSA tier-one benchmarks were unclear. The department said it was conducting a broader literacy needs assessment and updating the state literacy plan, including data from the zero-to-five range, K-5, and dyslexia-related work.
Waterford representatives described the program as an early-literacy, pre-K readiness service for children ages zero to five, originally designed to work in homes with computers and internet provided where needed, and later expanded in some settings such as daycares and pre-K classrooms. They said the program used assessments at the beginning and end, had served hundreds of children, and was intended to support family engagement and kindergarten readiness. Despite that testimony, members remained concerned about funding and the lack of clear results, and one member moved to retain the bill for more information. The discussion ended with the bill retained rather than advanced.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- of Minnesota uh we as the for the state of Minnesota uh we as the Director<00:15:33.600>
stated is all um transacted within uh by state is all um transacted within uh by state employees<00:50: - state work.
- We’re now scanning all of those documents into the file system for the state; the state retains them
- We’re now scanning all of those documents into the file system for the state; the state retains them
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Jobs and Economic Development - 03/10/25
Jobs and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- million to our state million to our state economy<00:03:39.159>
and <00:03:39.599>also - Please state your name for the record and your title.
- It's a state-of-the-art community safety resource center.
- It's a state-of-the-art community safety resource center.
- It's a state-of-the-art community safety resource center.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Press Conference: Protect Voter Registration Apr 24th, 2025 at 09:04 am
Transcript Highlights:
- My name is State Representative Mejia Laplisa.
- Tracking down flagged voters and reporting it to the state.
- Already stretched to the limits, election workers could face state jail felonies.
- And we wonder why Texas is the lowest voting state in the nation.
- Texas Constitution, and the state already verifies it through databases at the Department of Public Safety
Summary:
The committee meeting involved various discussions pertaining to legislative initiatives and public policy concerns. Members engaged in debates around significant topics, highlighting their diverse perspectives. The atmosphere was lively with members presenting arguments for and against certain measures. Testimonies from the public were also a key feature, shedding light on community sentiments related to proposed bills.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- And I just wanted to thank him for coming to the state of Alabama.
- other things um passed here in the state other things um passed here in the state of<00:38:21.680
- <00:38:24.880>
of thank him for coming to the state of thank him for coming to the state of - Many of them did not even know that they were there, you know, in their state of mind.
- Alabama is the only bail state that does not have a reporting hub.
Bills:
HB426, SB24, SB106, SB254, HB505, HB458, HB535, HB509, HB320, HB518, HB261, HB426, SB24, SB106, SB254, HB505, HB458, HB535, HB509, HB320, HB518, HB261, SB316, HB228, SB318, SB260, HB132, HB347, HB405, HB86, HB263, HB302, SB336
Keywords:
Alabama Ad Valorem Advisory Committee, ad valorem taxes, property tax, real property, personal property, tax assessment, tax collection, county tax officials, Department of Revenue, Commissioner of Revenue, taxpayer representation, resident taxpayers, local government, property tax administration, Association of Alabama Tax Administrators, tax policy, advisory committee, public input, governance reform, body-worn camera
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
FIN Info Briefing - Tue Jan 7, 2025 @ 9:00 AM HST
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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yeah <00:36:30.079>so in state builds but for State yeah so in state - state as our state Department within the state as our state grows<05:01:58.718>
so <05:01:58.958 - out of the State Capitol.
- out of the State Capitol.
Summary:
The Committee on Finance received an informational briefing from the Department of Law Enforcement on its priorities following the January 1 transfer of law enforcement assets into the department, including the sheriff’s division, narcotics enforcement, criminal investigations, homeland security, and the inspector general’s office. DLE said its goals are to improve public safety, accountability, communications, training, and standards. The department outlined planned initiatives such as stronger federal partnerships, narcotics and gun-violence enforcement, an agricultural crime unit, traffic and commercial vehicle enforcement, an explosive/fireworks enforcement section, gun buybacks, new police facilities in the airport area, Aahu, and the leeward side, a state training center, upgraded law-enforcement IT, and efforts to narrow salary gaps with county departments to improve recruitment.
A major portion of the discussion focused on illegal fireworks enforcement after the recent explosion tragedy. DLE said its current task force is small and relies on ad hoc support from HPD, the Attorney General’s office, criminal investigations, and sheriffs, which is not sustainable. The department requested eight FTEs for the effort—one administrator, two clerical staff, and six investigators—plus funding for a laboratory, equipment, storage, disposal, vehicles, safety gear, and a criminalist. DLE said the explosive enforcement section would use an existing facility and that the initial lab startup cost is about $2 million. Members asked for follow-up materials, and DLE said it would send the explosive enforcement forms and additional details to the Finance and Judiciary chairs.
Members also questioned staffing vacancies, interagency coordination, and whether new specialized units could be filled. DLE said it has about 119 vacancies and that recruitment is hindered by a roughly $28,000 starting pay gap with county police departments; academy classes are down to about 12 to 14 recruits. The department said it is streamlining hiring, using QR-code recruitment, and hopes specialized units will attract applicants. On coordination, DLE said it works closely with HPD and other agencies on operations such as fireworks enforcement and public events, and that DOCARE remains a case-by-case partner but is not currently moving into DLE. The committee also received updates on the Silver Alert program, which is nearing rollout with county MOUs and a coordinator expected later in the month, the special duty officer program, which is being moved to a web-based vendor-managed system at no cost to the department, and the SaferWatch school safety system, which is being deployed statewide with annual software costs of $3,500 per school in the first year and $2,500 thereafter. No votes or formal actions were taken.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Senate in Special Session B Jan 27th, 2025
Florida Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- STRENGTHEN STATE LAWS, PROGRAMS, OR POLICIES AND PROVIDE APPROPRIATIONS IN SUPPORT THEREOF TO MAXIMIZE
- THE STATE'S ABILITY TO ASSIST THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT IN ITS ENFORCEMENT OF FEDERAL AND STATE LAW AND
- DESIGNATE A CHIEF IMMIGRATION OFFICER TO SERVE AS THE STATE OFFICIAL LIAISON BETWEEN STATE AGENCIES,
- REQUIRE VALID IDENTIFICATION FOR INTERACTIONS WITH THE STATE. H.
- CORD BYRD, SECRETARY OF STATE. THE READING OF THE PROCLAMATION. MR. PRESIDENT, THANK YOU.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on State and Local Government - 03/27/25
State and Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
- <00:01:37.880>
handles Minnesota Secretary of State handles Minnesota Secretary of State handles - uh whenever you're ready uh please state uh whenever you're ready uh please state your<00:02:49.200
- industry in our state.
- to state.
- allowed on state lands our our state allowed on state lands our our state parks<02:02:10.400>
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- I went to multiple group homes and state facilities throughout the state.
- I went to multiple group homes and state facilities throughout the state.
- Since the 2007 shooting, most states will send records to the federal database if a person is found not
- Most states will send records to the federal database if a person is found not guilty of a crime by reason
- State your name.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-03-04 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- with state or federal law.
- state.
- in the state of Florida, even though that monument is in another state, correct?
- I think you're referring to a state-owned road or a bridge, but it does say state-owned rights-of-way
- . ...to live in our state.
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, introductions, and a moment of silence honoring service members killed in the conflict in Iran, including Florida native Captain Cody Cork. The chamber then moved through a special order calendar, taking up several bills on education, public safety, insurance, health, and local government policy. Many measures were accompanied by sponsor explanations and supportive remarks from members, often emphasizing constituent impacts, public safety, and administrative efficiency.
The first major bill, SB 1062 on speech and debate education, was expanded through a delete-all amendment and passed 37-0 after extensive floor debate praising debate programs as a civic and educational tool. SB 1072 created an anti-Semitism task force in the Attorney General’s Office; an amendment clarified that criticism of Israel is not prohibited, and the bill passed 37-0. SB 1230/HB 1019 addressed PFAS “forever chemicals,” especially in firefighting foam, with phase-outs, testing, enforcement, and exceptions for certain federal, military, and emergency uses; it also passed 37-0 and was dedicated in memory of former firefighter Joe Casello. SB 1706 expanded the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program with tighter eligibility rules, and SB 186 required broader seizure-response training and seizure action plans in schools; both passed unanimously.
The Senate also approved SB 598 updating funeral and cemetery regulation, SB 990 authorizing protected cell captive insurance companies, SB 554 modernizing nonprofit corporation law, SB 560 streamlining foster care medication and oversight procedures, SB 684 easing electronic signature requirements for total-loss vehicle and vessel titles, and SB 778 revising forensic client services for certain defendants with intellectual disabilities or autism. Several bills were temporarily postponed, including SB 432, SB 928, and SB 620. Most of these measures passed by votes of 36-0 or 37-0 after brief debate or no debate.
The most contentious item was SB 1134 on official actions of local governments related to DEI. The sponsor argued the bill would stop taxpayer funding and promotion of discriminatory or indoctrinating DEI practices, citing examples from several counties and cities. Multiple amendments sought to narrow penalties, protect good-faith officials, and preserve local proclamations and observances, including LGBTQ Pride Month and other cultural events, but those amendments were rejected. Debate centered on vagueness, local discretion, and whether the bill would chill legitimate government activity. The transcript cuts off during questioning on the underlying bill, before final disposition is shown.