Video & Transcript Research : 'gratefulness'

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MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • Uh, truly grateful for the work.
  • Uh, grateful that Minnesota sends legislators here that understand that we may have differences, but
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Keywords: 1183, house
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, May 14, 2026)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:19:52.799> Speaker, for that we are grateful. Mr. Speaker, for that we are grateful.
  • On behalf of a grateful community and a grateful nation, I want to thank Inspector Redmond.
  • behalf of a grateful community and a grateful<00:24:08.640> nation,<00:24:09.440> I<00
  • We are also so grateful for Shannondoa.
  • be remembered by a grateful nation. be remembered by a grateful nation.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Jun 22nd, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Progress has always depended upon people willing to stand up for one another, and we are grateful for
  • Progress has always depended upon people willing to stand up for one another, and we are grateful for
  • And so I'm grateful for those pioneers who came long before us.
  • As we recognize Alzheimer's Disease and Brain Awareness Month, we are grateful for the Association's
  • As we recognize Alzheimer's Disease and Brain Awareness Month, we are grateful for the Association's
Summary: The Assembly met in session, established a quorum, and opened with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Members then handled a series of procedural motions, including re-referrals of several Senate bills, notices for committee hearings, and a successful motion to suspend rules so ACA 20 could be taken up later in the week. The chamber also recognized former Assembly Member Christina Garcia and later moved into a Pride Month observance. The main ceremonial item was House Resolution 115 recognizing June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Assembly Member Ward opened on the resolution, and multiple members from different caucuses spoke in support, highlighting Pride history, LGBTQ+ rights, and the contributions of LGBTQ Californians. Assembly Member DeMaio offered supportive remarks while noting policy differences, and the resolution was adopted by voice vote after 53 co-authors were added. The Assembly then held a Pride honoree ceremony recognizing 15 individuals and groups for contributions to the LGBTQ community. On the floor file, members also adopted several resolutions by voice vote after adding co-authors: ACR 187 on Men’s Mental Health Month, ACR 157 marking the 50th anniversary of the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act, ACR 222 declaring Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Awareness Month, and ACR 224 recognizing Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day. Each drew personal testimony from members about the underlying issues, including suicide prevention, caregiving and dementia, mining reclamation, and harms to youth from social media. The Assembly also concurred in Senate amendments to AB 46 on mental health diversion by a 51-1 vote, and later adopted the consent calendar 66-0. The House adjourned until June 25, 2026, at 9 a.m.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm grateful for the opportunity to be here. And ensure safe and reliable operations.
  • I'm grateful for the opportunity to be here in front of you and honored to take any questions that you
  • A first step in ultimately getting the changes needed to this program, and we are really grateful to
  • We're in a neutral position, but so grateful to the Senator for all her hard work here and look forward
  • And I am grateful to have shared that space with you. This bill has a motion by Mr. Conlin.
Summary: The Assembly Natural Resources Committee heard three major bills. SB 237, by Senator Grayson, proposed a package of fuel-supply and permitting changes aimed at stabilizing gasoline prices during California’s energy transition. Supporters, including state officials, Kern County representatives, labor groups, and industry groups, said it would help retain in-state refining and drilling capacity, reduce price spikes, and protect jobs. Opponents, including environmental justice and conservation groups, argued it would expand oil drilling without enough community protections and would not meaningfully address climate goals. After extensive testimony and questions about emissions, sunsets, and long-term strategy, the committee passed SB 237 on a due pass vote, with some members voting no or not voting. SB 352, by Senator Reyes, sought to strengthen implementation of AB 617, the community air protection program, by codifying the Environmental Justice Bureau in the Department of Justice, extending monitoring requirements, and requiring annual legislative reporting. Supporters said the bill would improve accountability and ensure that funding for impacted communities actually produces emissions reductions. Some environmental justice advocates were neutral or not fully supportive because they wanted stronger language, while business and industry groups opposed the bill, arguing it was added late and duplicated existing processes. The committee approved SB 352 on a due pass vote. SB 840, by Senator Limon, was the cap-and-invest reauthorization package. It would update offset protocols, adjust how revenues are spent, and continue funding for key climate, housing, transit, and community programs, including AB 617. Support came from environmental groups, labor, local governments, housing advocates, and clean transportation organizations, while some agricultural interests objected that the package did not sufficiently prioritize climate-smart agriculture and methane reduction programs. The committee passed SB 840 on a due pass vote as well. All three measures were later confirmed out of committee after calls were lifted.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Taxes Committee Meeting - 2025-05-06

Taxes

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're grateful for your time. Thank you. Next up is Maggie Hange. Followed by Nan Madden.
  • Although we are grateful to see the baby bonus included, even if in a smaller form than hoped, we encourage
  • We are tremendously grateful that SWCD aid was established in Chapter 477A as an efficient and effective
  • We are really grateful for you all, and Chairs, for your inclusion of the provision to create a new element
  • We are grateful for the city-specific provisions as well.
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Ways & Means May 5th, 2025

Ways & Means

Transcript Highlights:
  • So we're, we're grateful for the bill.
  • Chairman and members of the committee, I'm so grateful to each of you for your service.
  • I'm very grateful again for.
  • For Vice Chair Campos introducing this bill, I'm grateful for this committee's consideration, but this
  • a million disabled veterans across Texas who are not getting a meaningful benefit, and I'm very grateful
Bills: SB 4, SB 23, SJR 2
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Ways & Means May 5th, 2025

Ways & Means

Transcript Highlights:
  • So we're grateful for the bill. We don't.
  • Bradley will tell y'all a little bit about the investments we've made in our systems, but we're grateful
  • I'm so grateful to each of you for your support and service.
  • I'm very grateful again for Vice Chair Campos introducing this bill, and I'm grateful for this committee's
  • a million disabled veterans across Texas who are not getting a meaningful benefit, and I'm very grateful
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm grateful, as mentioned, to be joined with my colleague, Assemblywoman Darshana Patel, who is a joint
  • Our position is still pending, but we appreciate the author's intent with the bill and are grateful for
  • I'm so grateful I was with my family. I don't remember getting in the car.
  • I'm so grateful I was with my family.
  • But we're grateful for the support.
Summary: The Governmental Organization Committee heard a series of bills on holidays, procurement, public safety, and business regulation. AB 268 would add Diwali as an official state holiday and allow schools and state workers limited flexibility to observe it; supporters described it as a recognition of California’s large South Asian and Hindu communities, and there was no opposition. AB 770 would define “customary maintenance” for outdoor advertising displays to clarify what repairs and reinforcements are allowed; the bill was presented as a safety and consistency measure for the billboard industry. AB 783 would authorize the Department of General Services to negotiate bulk pricing for construction materials to help disaster-affected communities rebuild more affordably, with supporters from the housing and building sectors and some members raising concerns about state contracting, storage, and implementation. AB 381 would update state procurement rules to better prevent human trafficking and forced labor in supply chains, aligning state policy with federal standards and drawing support from anti-trafficking advocates, labor, and local government representatives. AB 668 would extend drink-spiking prevention measures to music festivals by requiring test strips, drink lids, and reporting procedures; supporters emphasized victim safety and underreporting, while venue operators opposed the bill unless amended, citing feasibility and cost concerns. AB 880 would require prompt payment and indirect cost coverage for nonprofits contracting with the state, with broad nonprofit support and no opposition. AB 989 would make California Native American Day a paid holiday, with tribal and allied support. AB 592 would extend and expand temporary outdoor dining and alcohol service flexibilities for restaurants, with strong support from restaurant and business groups and opposition from alcohol policy advocates who preferred a narrower or permanent grandfathering approach. Most bills advanced on committee votes, generally on party-line or broad bipartisan support. AB 770 was moved to Appropriations, AB 783 was passed as amended to the Assembly Committee on Emergency Management, AB 381 was sent to Labor, AB 668 and AB 880 were sent to Appropriations, AB 989 was sent to Public Employees and Retirement, and AB 592 was sent to Health. The committee also took up a consent calendar containing several additional bills, which was approved. The hearing ended with the roll left open for additional votes and adjournment at 3:17 p.m.
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

March 6, 2025 - 01:00 PM

Transcript Highlights:
  • Now, a few of you we've met with, and I'm so grateful for your support, but we've met with the Florida
  • I am grateful that I've never had to experience it.
  • I am grateful that I've never had to experience it, but I know many people who have, so I know how they
  • And I'm grateful. I know Representative Skidmore, there's more to do... ...now, and I'm grateful.
  • Skidmore, there are more to do and more perfection to get on this bill, but I have to tell you how grateful
Summary: The Criminal Justice Subcommittee heard and advanced a series of bills on inmate medical billing, court-order transmission, animal abandonment during disasters, first responder peer support, firearm purchase waiting periods, capital felony aggravators, domestic violence protections, boating safety, restitution for leaving the scene of a crash, xylazine trafficking, and offenses against law enforcement officers. Testimony was generally supportive across the agenda, with some opposition or caution raised on the xylazine bill, the boating safety bill, and parts of the law-enforcement-officer bill. Several measures were presented as responses to specific tragedies, including the Martin County jail medical billing bill, the Baker Act transmission bill, Trooper’s Law for restrained dogs, the Jason Rayner Act, and Lucy’s Law. HB 407 would cap certain emergency medical charges for Martin County jail inmates at 110% of Medicare rates, mirroring Department of Corrections practice; it passed 15-0. HB 513 would require faster electronic transmission of certain court orders, including Baker Act orders, to law enforcement within six hours; it passed 15-0. HB 205, Trooper’s Law, creates a third-degree felony for abandoning a restrained dog during a natural disaster; it passed 15-0. HB 421, as amended, expands peer support for first responders to certain support personnel involved in crime scene work or evidence handling; it passed 16-0. PCS for HB 383 would let law enforcement, correctional officers, correctional probation officers, and active military service members bypass the three-day handgun waiting period without a concealed carry permit; it passed 18-0. HB 693 adds an aggravating factor in capital cases when the victim was gathered with others for a school, religious, or public government meeting; it passed 17-1 after opposition testimony from Floridians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty. PCS for HB 19 and HB 41, the Haven Act, would expand domestic and dating violence protections, including a feasibility study for a web-based 911 alert system and confidentiality/public-records protections for victims; both passed 18-0. PCS for HB 289, Lucy’s Law, would align boating penalties with driving offenses and expand boating safety card requirements; it passed 18-0 despite concerns from one witness that the bill should go further. HB 479 would allow courts to order restitution in leaving-the-scene property-damage cases; an amendment changing mandatory to discretionary restitution was adopted, and the bill passed 18-0. PCS for HB 57 would regulate xylazine, add trafficking penalties, and include veterinary-use exceptions; it passed 17-0 after one witness opposed mandatory minimums. HB 175, the Jason Rayner Act, clarifies that officers are protected when acting within the scope of their duties and adds manslaughter of a law enforcement officer to offenses requiring life imprisonment; it passed 17-0 after debate over self-defense and unlawful police conduct.
VT

Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Session - 2026-05-29 - 3:42PM

Vermont House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • significant improvements to our next steps for school construction and our next steps for tax, we are grateful
  • for we are grateful for the collaboration that we've had with the other body.
  • It made our work stronger and better, and I am grateful and better, and I am grateful for folks' support
Keywords: 926, house, all
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session 02-24-2026 11:30am

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • including previous service as deputy director and leadership of the US Mexico initiatives, we're grateful
  • director and leadership of the US Mexico initiatives,<00:04:08.799> we're<00:04:09.120> grateful
  • <00:04:09.439> for<00:04:09.599> his initiatives, we're grateful for his initiatives
  • , we're grateful for his continued<00:04:10.319> partnership<00:04:10.959> and<00:04:11.200
FL

Florida 2026 5th Special Session

Commerce and Tourism Jan 28th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • And so I'm grateful that you all thought enough of what's happening to come to Tallahassee and speak
  • I'm really grateful for the gentleman that testified that said, Hassey and speak your peace.
  • I'm really grateful for the gentleman that testified that said, you know, he now has a stable job, but
  • We're grateful for you.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Commerce and Tourism considered several bills. SB 1338, by Senator Burton, would strengthen protections for charitable endowment gifts by creating a legal pathway to enforce written donor agreements and by requiring legislative approval for certain charity reporting requirements. The sponsor and Philanthropy Roundtable supported the measure as a way to honor donor intent while protecting nonprofits, and the bill was reported favorably. SB 1080, by Senator DeSigley, would require FDOT to adopt rules allowing direct payments to first-tier subcontractors in certain circumstances; transportation industry testimony supported it as a rare but needed statutory remedy, and it also passed favorably. The committee also adopted a strike-all amendment to SB 1582, by Senator Yarbrough, which would require secondhand dealers, secondary metal recyclers, and pawnbrokers to submit transaction data to FDLE for statewide sharing through systems such as LInX. The sponsor said the bill was developed with law enforcement to improve theft and fraud investigations, while a recycler representative spoke against it. The amended bill was reported favorably. SB 1672, by Senator McLean, creating a home buyer workforce tax credit for employer contributions to help employees make a first-time Florida home purchase, drew support from the Florida Chamber of Commerce and was also reported favorably. A large portion of the meeting focused on SB 1112, by Senator Garcia, which would amend the Florida Labor Pool Act by prohibiting placement fees when a temporary worker is hired permanently by a client employer and by requiring annual registration of labor pools with the Department of Commerce. The sponsor and many speakers from Beyond the Bars, labor advocacy, and reentry communities argued the bill would improve worker protections, transparency, and pathways to stable employment, especially for formerly incarcerated workers. A few cards were filed against, but the bill received broad supportive testimony and was reported favorably. SB 1324 was temporarily postponed, and the committee adjourned after recording members who wished to be noted as voting in the affirmative on the day’s bills.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Commerce and Tourism Jan 28th, 2026

Commerce and Tourism

Transcript Highlights:
  • And so I'm grateful that you all thought enough of what's happening to come to Tallahassee and speak
  • I'm really grateful for the gentleman that testified that said, ...and speak your piece.
  • I'm really grateful for the gentleman that testified that said, you know, he now has a stable job, but
  • We're grateful for you.
Summary: The Committee on Commerce and Tourism considered several bills. SB 1338 by Senator Burton would strengthen enforcement of written endowment agreements for charitable gifts and require legislative approval for new filing or reporting requirements on charities. The sponsor and Philanthropy Roundtable testified in support, emphasizing donor intent and protections for nonprofits; the bill was reported favorably. SB 1324, which was expected to address principal offices of LLCs, was temporarily postponed. The committee also passed CS/SB 1080 by Senator DeSigley, which directs FDOT to adopt rules allowing direct payments to first-tier subcontractors in specified circumstances. A transportation industry representative supported the measure, saying the situations are rare but need a statutory remedy. CS/SB 1582 by Senator Yarbrough, as amended, requires secondhand dealers, secondary metal recyclers, and pawnbrokers to submit transaction data to FDLE for statewide sharing through systems such as LInX; the amendment and bill were both reported favorably, with one witness from the Florida Recycler’s Association opposing the amendment. Senator McLean’s SB 1672, creating a home buyer workforce tax credit for employer contributions to help employees with first-time Florida home purchases, was reported favorably with support from the Florida Chamber of Commerce. SB 1112 by Senator Garcia, relating to the Florida Labor Pool Act, drew extensive testimony from workers, reentry advocates, and supporters who argued it would prohibit placement fees when workers are hired permanently, require annual registration of labor pools, improve accountability, and support stable employment and reentry; the bill was reported favorably. The committee then adjourned after recording votes and other closing business.
AL

Alabama 2026 1st Special Session

Alabama Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee Jan 14th, 2026

Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • You know, this is our last year here, but we have a new member and Matt, we are so grateful to have you
  • and Matt, we but we have a new member and Matt, we are<00:04:14.799> so<00:04:15.120> grateful
  • c> have<00:04:16.880> you<00:04:17.120> serving<00:04:17.440> in are so grateful
  • to have you serving in are so grateful to have you serving in the<00:04:17.680> Senate<00:04:
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Informational interview with Rep. Leigh Finke (DFL-St. Paul) Dec 19th, 2025

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • So, I was grateful to see that.
  • So, I was grateful<00:04:05.680> to<00:04:05.840> see<00:04:06.000> that.
  • <00:04:06.239> There's<00:04:06.560> been<00:04:06.640> some grateful to see
  • There's been some grateful to see that.
Keywords: 919, house, all
Summary: Representative Leigh Finke discussed the unusual 2025 Minnesota legislative session, describing it as difficult and fast-moving because of the House tie, the DFL quorum break, and the resulting power-sharing arrangement. She said the split chamber made committee work strange, but noted that some bills still advanced, including her free water bill through the Commerce Committee, and that lawmakers ultimately kept the government open. Finke also spoke about concerns in the trans and queer community under the Trump administration, saying she has been holding town halls statewide to separate fact from fiction about federal actions. She said Minnesota is in a relatively strong position because of protections passed in 2023 and 2024, including the trans refuge bill and the gender-affirming care insurance mandate, and noted that the Minnesota Human Rights Act has protected gender identity since 1993. On the Minnesota Supreme Court’s powerlifting ruling, she said the court correctly applied state law and affirmed transgender participation, while acknowledging that some professional questions remain for lower courts. Looking ahead to 2026, Finke said she is not focused on new trans-related legislation and argued that Republicans are likely to keep attacking the issue even though the public cares more about affordability, health care, and safety. She said the Equal Rights Amendment has been stalled because equality has become a political football and broader civil rights protections have faced resistance. She also said gun violence should be a major priority next session, expressing support for significant controls on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines and saying such measures would pass if brought to the floor, though she blamed Republican leadership for blocking action.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • I am grateful for your collaboration in achieving our shared goal as legislators to ensure that our laws
  • I<00:02:47.599> am<00:02:47.680> grateful<00:02:48.000> for<00:02:48.239> your
  • <00:02:48.599> collaboration<00:02:49.599> and I am grateful for your collaboration
  • and I am grateful for your collaboration and achieving<00:02:50.239> our<00:02:50.480> shared
Keywords: 1183, house
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Veteran Affairs Mar 18th, 2025

Veteran Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • what we do at the VOSC wouldn't be possible... ...without the TVFA funding, and we're incredibly grateful
  • We're very grateful to you, and thank you for your testimony here today.
  • We're very grateful to you. And thank you for your testimony here.
  • We're very grateful to you and thank you for your testimony here today.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs heard a briefing from the Texas Veterans Commission on its major programs and outreach efforts. TVC described its claims assistance, health care advocacy, education oversight, employment services, entrepreneurship support, mental health and suicide prevention work, women veterans services, grant funding for nonprofits and local governments, and support for veteran treatment courts. The agency also highlighted its communications strategy, including media outreach, events, newsletters, social media, and the Texas Veterans State Benefits Booklet, and noted that less than 58% of veterans were aware of TVC in the latest needs assessment. A committee member asked about performance metrics, and TVC said each appropriation has associated measures and that it could provide recent results. The committee then took up Senate Bill 651, which would allow a county veterans service office in a large county to report either directly to commissioners court or to a designated county executive official. Senator West explained the bill as a cleanup of current practice, and Dallas County testified in support, saying the change would streamline internal management. No opposition was heard, and the bill was left pending. Senate Bill 897 would reduce the non-state matching requirement for the Texas Veterans and Family Alliance grant program in larger counties from 100 percent to 75 percent in the committee substitute, rather than the 50 percent reduction in the filed version. Supporters from MetroCare and Emergence Health Network said the lower match would help sustain and expand veteran mental health services, citing increased demand and program growth. The bill was left pending after testimony. The committee also adopted its rules. Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 1814, which would create an interagency database to collect and coordinate contact information for transitioning veterans so agencies could proactively connect them with services. Senator Hancock said the goal was to better use information already being collected, though he noted the bill had a significant fiscal note. The committee also heard Senate Bill 1818, which would create a temporary six-month licensing and certification process for military members and spouses assigned to Texas while they wait for letters of good standing from other states. VFW testified in support, emphasizing the importance of employment for military families. Both bills were left pending, and the committee recessed subject to the call of the chair.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm so grateful for the Alzheimer's Association for the work that they do on this issue, and I want to
  • <00:02:31.040> so the people who need the most I'm so the people who need the most I'm so grateful
  • for<00:02:31.959> the<00:02:32.080> Alzheimer's<00:02:32.840> Association grateful
  • for the Alzheimer's Association grateful for the Alzheimer's Association for<00:02:33.720> the
Keywords: 1183, house
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Finance May 7th, 2026

Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm grateful that so many of you are so diligent about that.
  • I am grateful for having a scholarship during my time at St. Mary's.
  • I am very grateful for the opportunities that provided me.
  • Yes, Chairman McFarland, we're very grateful for his leadership.
  • We are so grateful to be in HB 1 through the governor's budget at $2.7 million.
Summary: The committee met for public testimony on the Finance budget, with the main discussion focused first on funding for disability services and then on the LA GATOR scholarship program. Several individuals testified in support of fully funding Families Helping Families and Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS), describing how advocacy, transition services, and direct support workers help people with disabilities access education, employment, and independent living. Witnesses urged the committee to preserve or increase state general funds to draw down federal matching dollars, and provider groups said current reimbursement rates and staffing shortages are leaving agencies in deficit, creating waitlists, overtime costs, and difficulty retaining workers. Committee members thanked the speakers and noted that the testimony would be used to compare the governor’s, House, and remaining budget requests. The committee then heard extensive testimony in support of increasing funding for the LA GATOR scholarship program. Supporters included policy groups, school leaders, parents, and students who argued that the program expands educational choice, helps low-income and special-needs students find schools that fit their needs, and should be fully funded at the level of demonstrated demand. Speakers from Catholic and Christian schools said GATOR funding had helped students thrive academically and spiritually, but that shortfalls left many eligible students without awards, hurt kindergarten enrollment, and forced schools to raise private donations to cover gaps. Several witnesses emphasized that the program is not a zero-sum attack on public schools, but a way to let education dollars follow students. A few committee questions focused on the fiscal impact and on whether choice programs improve outcomes without harming public schools. Testimony cited enrollment growth, parent demand, and data from other states to argue that school choice can improve student and parent outcomes and may also strengthen traditional public schools through competition. No votes or formal actions were taken during the public testimony portion of the meeting.
MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

Conference Committee on SF2298 5/8/25

Transcript Highlights:
  • Uh, Representative Lee Kazowski, I represent Duth District 8B, Beautiful on Lake Superior, and grateful
  • Uh, Representative Lee Kazowski, I represent Duth District 8B, Beautiful on Lake Superior, and grateful
  • Uh, Representative Lee Kazowski, I represent Duth District 8B, Beautiful on Lake Superior, and grateful
  • This community-based program has really helped home buyers achieve home ownership, and we're grateful
  • is grateful for the following house<00:40:02.280> provisions.
Keywords: 1183, house