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• However, if you drive or walk across into my district at the San Ysidro or the Otay Mesa port of entry
• Traveling by land, you could now cross into the U.S. through our ports of entry, bringing in six liters
• have 175,000 people crossing the border every single day, a majority of them to work, but some to visit
• establishing a killer standard, as I said, traveling by land, you could now cross into the U.S. through our ports
• we have 175,000 people across the border every single day, a majority of them to work, but some to visit

Summary: The Senate Governmental Organization Committee heard several bills, beginning with AB 2294, which would designate April 14 as Sylvia Mendez Day in honor of the Mendez v. Westminster civil rights case. Assembly Member Ta and supporters from the California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce and HACU described the case’s role in ending school segregation in California and influencing Brown v. Board of Education. Committee members from both parties spoke in strong support, and the bill was later approved 13-0. The committee also heard AB 2412, which would require state agencies to disclose when generative AI is used in public announcements and provide a way to reach a human employee. The author and California Civil Liberties Advocacy said the measure is about transparency and public trust, not banning AI. The bill was moved forward and ultimately passed 12-1. AB 2663, a sunset extension for the law allowing cocktails-to-go, drew support from the California Restaurant Association, a restaurant owner, and industry groups, who said it has helped small businesses and should continue; it passed 13-0. AB 2731 would expand the number of Type 47 liquor licenses available in Santa Cruz County, with licenses reserved for Watsonville and other communities to support small businesses and reduce inflated secondary-market costs. Supporters included Santa Cruz County and the city of Watsonville, and the bill passed 13-0. AB 2751 would standardize the personal importation limit for alcohol brought into California from outside the United States, addressing a disparity at land borders; it also passed 13-0. Several items were initially held on call because the committee lacked a quorum, but after members returned, the committee completed roll calls and adjourned.

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• House Joint Resolution 197, commending Port City Brewing Company.
• Port City is the most awarded brewery at the Virginia Craft Beer Cup, with 33 medals.
• Port City is a symbol of how resilient and deeply interconnected Virginia's economy is.
• The Butchers at Port City haven't just grown a business. They have grown Virginia's economy.
• Legislation, Port Committee on Education.

Keywords: March 09, 2026 - Regular Session, 976, house, all

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• A quorum is present, and Senator Port has asked that we have Senator Boldon present the bill for us today
• asked me to withdraw that Senator Port asked me to withdraw to<00:15:30.520><c> have</c><00:15:30.760
• They also are accountable to the feds, who do site visits every year. The feds do that.
• They also are accountable to the feds, who do site visits every year. The feds do that.
• Accountable to the feds, who do site visits every year. The feds do that.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Thank you very much, Senator Port.
• Thank you very much, Senator Port.
• Thank you very much, Senator Port.
• Thank you very much, Senator Port.
• </c><01:09:20.440><c> with</c><01:09:20.560><c> you</c> come and visit with you come and visit with you

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Inland Port Authority, Mr. Hart. All right.
• That's what the Utah Inland Port Authority does.
• Utah Inland Port Authority, growing smart, moving forward. Utah Inland Port Authority.
• We just put things on trucks and send them to the ports.
• So the Utah Inland Port Authority has two objectives.

Keywords: 985, all

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• Site visits and something are good.
• Port. I mean, that's what we talk about.
• What's going on at the Space Port, the access to the roof.
• And I mean, I think it is probably timely to have a visit there and.
• Your presentation was very informative, and I have visited the Spaceport.

Keywords: 996, all

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• Senator Port votes no. Senator Port Senator Port votes no.
• Senator Port votes no. Marty votes no. Senator Port votes no.
• Senator Port no. Senator Port votes no. Senator Port votes<01:24:16.320><c> no.
• </c> Port votes yes. Senator Port votes yes. Port votes yes. Senator Port votes yes.
• Senator Port votes Senator Port votes I.

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• Jackson in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where Jackson visited many times.
• Vice Chair, members, House Bill 1081 by Representative Wright provides for the Louisiana Ports and Waterways
• And in regards to the Louisiana Port and Waterways Investment Commission, the Multimodal Commissioner
• She is with the Port Association of Louisiana.
• She is with the Port Association of Louisiana.

Summary: The House Committee on Transportation met on April 22, 2026, with a quorum present and took up several transportation-related bills. HB 988 by Rep. Bagley, which changes the fee distribution for current and retired legislators’ special prestige license plates so the proceeds would support the Pentagon, was reported favorably without objection. HB 1001 by Rep. Marcel, designating a portion of US 190 as the Jesse Jackson Memorial Highway, was also reported favorably without objection after brief remarks honoring Jackson’s civil rights legacy and a moment of silence. The committee then considered HB 989 by Rep. Boyer, which updates fees public license tag agents may charge. After testimony from the Louisiana Public Tag Agent Association and Commissioner Keith Neal, Rep. Phelps offered an amendment to exclude Shreveport from the fee increase; the committee rejected that amendment on a 13-2 vote, and the bill itself was then reported favorably on a 13-2 vote. HB 1192, creating a Louisiana Dental Hygienist Association specialty license plate, was amended to remove language narrowing eligibility to association members and then passed favorably without objection. HB 1032 by Rep. Wiley, clarifying statutory references related to operating a motor vehicle under the influence, was amended technically and reported favorably without objection. Later, HB 748 by Rep. Brough, exempting school board-owned and leased vehicles from tolls on bridges and highways, was amended to include leased vehicles and an effective date. Testimony from Plaquemines Parish school officials and the district attorney described toll costs tied to the Belle Chasse bridge, and the bill was reported favorably without objection. HB 1108 by Rep. Omade, creating a homeschool pride specialty license plate, was reported favorably without objection after discussion of the plate design and the intended recipient organization. Finally, HB 1081 by Chairman Wright, restructuring the Louisiana Ports and Waterways Investment Commission under the Office of Multimodal Commerce, was amended to clarify administrative placement and terminology and then reported favorably without objection. The committee adjourned after completing its agenda.

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• I met him in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he visited many times.
• We have all planning functions in regards to ports currently.
• And in regard to the Louisiana Port and Waterways Investment Commission, the Multimodal Commissioner
• She is with the Port Association of Louisiana.
• She waives with the Port Association of Louisiana.

Bills: SB309, SB457, SB513, HB148, HB149, HB358, HB384, HB428, HB487, HB593, HB613, HB657, HB675, HB712, HB716, HB720, HB723, HB728, HB732, HB845, HB846, HB965

Keywords: driving school, driver education, prelicensing course, motor vehicles, Department of Public Safety, Office of Motor Vehicles, third-party tester, third-party examiner, private driving instructor, license application, consumer protection, course pricing, tuition regulation, administrative rules, transportation committee, construction, management, project delivery, public contracts, legislative approval

Summary: The House Committee on Transportation met on April 22, 2026, with a quorum present and heard several transportation-related bills, many involving license plates, toll exemptions, and administrative changes. The committee first advanced HB 988 by Rep. Bagley, which changes the fee distribution for current and retired legislators’ special prestige license plates so the proceeds support repairs at the Pentagon/first LSU building rather than going to the state. It then heard HB 1001 by Rep. Marcel, designating a portion of U.S. Highway 190 as the Jesse Jackson Memorial Highway; the bill was supported with remarks honoring Jackson’s civil rights legacy, and the committee observed a moment of silence before reporting it favorably without objection. The committee next considered HB 989 by Rep. Boyer, which updates and clarifies fees charged by public license tag agents. Rep. Phelps offered an amendment to exempt Shreveport from the fee increase, but it failed on a roll call vote, and the bill was then reported favorably by a 13-2 vote. HB 1192, also by Rep. Boyer, creating a Louisiana Dental Hygienist Association specialty license plate, was amended to remove a restriction limiting issuance to association members and then passed favorably without objection. HB 1032 by Rep. Wiley, which clarifies the substances referenced in DUI-related motor vehicle statutes, received technical amendments and was reported favorably without objection. The committee also advanced HB 748 by Rep. Brough, exempting Louisiana school board-owned and leased vehicles from tolls on bridges and highways, including the Bell Chasse toll bridge area, after testimony from Plaquemines Parish school officials and the district attorney describing toll costs and operational burdens; the bill was amended to include leased vehicles and then reported favorably without objection. HB 1108 by Rep. Omade creating a homeschool pride specialty plate was also reported favorably without objection after discussion of the plate design and proceeds going to Homeschool Louisiana. Finally, HB 1081 by Chairman Wright, restructuring the Louisiana Ports and Waterways Investment Commission under the Office of Multimodal Commerce and DOTD for administrative support, was amended at the request of the Governor’s Office and reported favorably without objection. The committee adjourned after completing its agenda.

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• Um Senator Port moves the A1 amendment. Um Senator Port moves the A1 amendment.
• Senator Port? Yes.
• </c><00:20:11.280><c> moves</c> And um with that uh Senator Port moves And um with that uh Senator Port
• </c><00:38:24.000><c> Senator</c><00:38:24.320><c> Port</c><00:38:24.640><c> was</c> Senator Port was
• Senator Port.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Uh uh Senator Port or the testifiers?
• I'm going to go to Senator Port.
• Senator Port. Yes. Uh wrap the bill up. Senator Port. Yes.
• Senator Port. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
• Senator Port. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Uh, very simply, I have already submitted recently, we said, actually, when I went to visit with, uh,
• port that's not already covered because if you look at the laundry list, I mean, certainly Cameron County's
• There's a large number of increasing port traffic with trucks coming off the port, and so you basically
• Visiting your local county tax office to receive the new plate is viewed as a very negative experience
• This bill is relating to the name, rights, powers, and privileges of the Cedar Port Navigation Improvement

Bills: HB 341, HB 469, HB 971, HB 1624, HB 2721, HB 2959, HB 3365, HB 3731, HB 3793, HB 3861, HB 3946, HB 3966, HB 4348, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4924, HB 4966, HB 5563

Keywords: affordable housing, zoning, development, community support, local regulations, bicycle lanes, traffic collisions, Texas Department of Transportation, study, public safety, bicycles, electric bicycles, scooters, road safety, transportation study, commercial vehicle, safety standards, enforcement, Texas counties, transportation

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• Bradbury from major transportation groups, representing sectors from aviation and trucking to... ports
• For nearly four years, five deepwater port license applications have languished in the U.S.
• I totally support the effort with deepwater ports.
• I appreciated our visit.
• The logistics hub, all of the Class 1 railroads are there, the Port of Memphis is there.

Keywords: transportation, air traffic control, safety regulations, Boeing 737 MAX, Department of Transportation, infrastructure funding, public safety, legislative oversight

Summary: The committee meeting addressed several pressing issues concerning transportation, particularly focusing on the need for improved safety standards and efficient management at the Department of Transportation. Specific discussions revolved around air traffic control, with members highlighting the urgency for a significant upgrade in systems and personnel. Notably, concerns were raised regarding past practices, especially the handling of safety regulations during the Boeing 737 MAX incidents. The committee expressed a clear intent to ensure rigorous safety oversight moving forward, emphasizing that the health and safety of the public must remain the top priority in all legislative and funding decisions.

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• </c><00:14:50.160><c> this</c> from outstate Minnesota, to visit this from outstate Minnesota, to visit
• </c> members, is Senator Port online? members, is Senator Port online?
• </c><00:21:16.800><c> of</c> and is the sole access to the ports of and is the sole access to the ports
• river tonnage port in Minnesota.
• </c> visited this bridge. visited this bridge.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Yeah, thanks for coming to visit us. I was sold on this a while back when I heard about it.
• My name is Cassie Losey for the record, and I'm here on behalf of the Port of Benton and the Director
• It's a $1.5 billion facility planned on the Port of Benton property, and we're really proud of that.
• So, on behalf of the Port of Benton, we appreciate your time and urge you to support this bill.
• So, on behalf of the Port of Benton, we appreciate your time and urge you to support this bill.

Summary: The committee heard public testimony on Senate Bill 5816, which would add juice grapes to Washington’s Agricultural Marketing and Fair Practices Act. Staff explained that the bill would allow juice grape producers to form an accredited association to negotiate with processors under the same timelines used for pears, and the prime sponsor said the measure was intended to help growers obtain fairer prices. A grape grower testified that Washington producers face a small number of buyers, little real negotiation, and prices far below New York’s, arguing the bill would give growers a way to bargain collectively. The public hearing closed with 47 people noted in support and one in opposition. The committee then heard Senate Bill 5971, which would create a green fertilizer incentive program for low-carbon nitrogen fertilizer production and use in Washington. Staff described the bill as directing WSDA to establish the program, adopt rules by 2028, and report to the Legislature, with costs shown in the fiscal note. The prime sponsor and several supporters, including Atlas Agro, a port representative, labor, NRDC, WSDA, the League of Women Voters, and the Washington State Potato Commission, said the bill could reduce greenhouse gas emissions, support local manufacturing and jobs, stabilize fertilizer supply and prices for farmers, and help Washington compete for federal clean hydrogen tax credits. WSDA said the program was implementable with consultation and that the Climate Commitment Act could be a funding source, though it noted rulemaking costs. The committee then held a work session on commercial shellfish fee assessments after the Department of Health adopted major fee increases for shellfish licensing and certification. Shellfish growers and association representatives said the increases—described as ranging from roughly 233% to 789% overall, with some individual licenses rising much more—would hit small and family farms hardest, could force closures, and were based on a fee structure they said is outdated and not tied well to production. DOH explained that the program has long relied on general fund support, that federal shellfish safety requirements must be maintained, and that the new fees are intended to move the program toward full cost recovery after years without increases. The department said it had used a phased approach, reopened rulemaking to look for a fairer structure, and would continue working with industry and the Legislature; no vote was taken during the work session.

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• But I want to say on behalf of the Senate, we appreciate your visit and the opportunity to strengthen
• </c><00:11:40.079><c> and</c> the Senate we appreciate your visit and the Senate we appreciate your visit

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• I know Chair Port really liked it, too, and it was only $150,000.
• I know Chair Port really liked it, too, and it was only $150,000.
• All you have to do is visit our YouTube channel at MN Senate Media.
• All you have to do is visit our YouTube channel at MN Senate Media.
• All you have to do is visit our YouTube channel at MN Senate Media.

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• All the revenue that the port gets is from the businesses that exist at the port.
• We're a port. But there's things that we can do.
• I won't speak for the Port of San Diego.
• I won't speak for the port of San Diego.
• Our port, love all our ports in California, our port is leading on reducing emissions and coming up with

Summary: The hearing of the Select Committee on Sea Level Rise and the California Economy focused on infrastructure, pollution, climate resilience, public health, access, and economic impacts of sea level rise in California, with an emphasis on San Diego and the Bay Area. Chair Tasha Boerner Horvath opened by describing the committee’s purpose, the state’s sea level rise action planning, and the need for better monitoring and early warning systems. She also referenced her prior bills AB 66 and AB 72, which supported Scripps research on coastal bluff collapse warning capabilities. Assembly Members David Alvarez and Jessica Caloza later joined and emphasized that sea level rise affects not only coastal communities but inland areas as well, and that the issue should inform future legislative and budget decisions. In the first panel, Dr. Mark Merrifield of Scripps Institution of Oceanography described observed sea level rise of roughly 0.8 to 0.9 feet since the early 1900s, with acceleration expected by mid-century and potentially much greater rise by 2100 depending on emissions. He highlighted flooding, groundwater rise, beach and cliff erosion, salinization, and risks to transportation, sewage, ports, and national security. Dave Gibson of the San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Board discussed how sea level rise affects wastewater systems, stormwater, contaminated sites, wetlands, and coastal groundwater basins, and said the board is requiring climate adaptation planning, updating stormwater permits, and seeking more flexible state permitting and mitigation tools. Members and witnesses also discussed the need for better mapping, more monitoring, and more state funding, especially if federal support from NOAA and other agencies declines. The second panel addressed public health, equitable access, and local economies. Ramon Chiras of Un Mar de Colores described how sea level rise, pollution, and access barriers threaten the Tijuana River Valley and Imperial Beach, especially for underserved communities and youth programs that rely on safe, welcoming access to the ocean. He stressed the cultural and spiritual importance of coastal access and the need for water safety and environmental education. Jessica Fane of the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission explained that the Bay Area faces major economic exposure from sea level rise, citing a regional estimate of $96 billion in adaptation costs versus $230 billion in potential losses from inaction, and said BCDC is working with local governments under SB 272 on shoreline adaptation planning, funding, and regulatory innovation. Members discussed the tension between environmental permitting and the need to move projects faster, including the possibility of planned retreat in some areas and the use of simultaneous permitting and longer-term state authority to streamline adaptation work. In the final panel, Philip Gibbons of the Port of San Diego described the port’s climate adaptation efforts and its vulnerability assessments under AB 691. He said the port manages state tidelands, supports maritime commerce and recreation, and is already seeing flooding at king tides and during El Niño events, including storm-drain backflow and damage to bikeways and parks. He explained that future sea level rise could inundate major port areas and disrupt operations, underscoring the need for continued planning, mitigation, and infrastructure investment. The hearing did not take formal votes, but it concluded with a clear call for more science, funding, coordination, and regulatory streamlining to prepare California’s coast and nearby communities for worsening sea level rise impacts.

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• Colleagues, I had the, I was a little surprised by your visit, Congressman Clyburn, and it's a real pleasure
• partnerships, which is the brand new city hall in Long Beach, as well as the headquarters for the Port
• He led the task force on ports that rewrote many federal laws in a way that would advantage shipping
• in ports around the country, but particularly his own beloved port in the port complex of Long Beach

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, observed a moment of silence for civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson, offered a prayer and pledge, and welcomed several guest delegations, including Hubert Humphrey Fellows and Congressman Jim Clyburn. Members gave extended remarks honoring Clyburn’s civil rights and congressional leadership, as well as his work on rural issues, the Affordable Care Act, and bipartisan relationships. The chamber also announced a joint hearing of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and the Assembly Committee on Business and Professions to be held upon adjournment. The main floor action was on Senate Resolution 72 by Senator Wahab, celebrating Lunar New Year. Senators from multiple caucuses spoke in support, highlighting the holiday’s significance across Asian cultures, its themes of family, renewal, courage, and community, and California’s large Asian American population. Several members also noted the history of Chinese immigrants in California and the importance of recognizing and supporting Asian American communities amid ongoing concerns about anti-Asian hate. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of 37-0. The remainder of the session was devoted to adjournment-in-memory tributes. Senator Becker honored Niles Telenius, a young climate and aviation advocate; Senator Gonzalez, joined by Senators Strickland, Laird, Cabaldon, and Umberg, honored former Long Beach Mayor Bob Foster for his leadership in city government, energy policy, and public service; and Senator Wiener honored Terence Allen for his work in San Francisco’s cannabis, LGBTQ, small business, and nightlife communities. The Senate then announced it would reconvene on Thursday, February 19, at 9 a.m., with recess until 3:30 p.m. for adjournment proceedings.

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• Colleagues, I had the—I was a little surprised by your visit, Congressman Clyburn, and it's a real pleasure
• partnerships, which is the brand new city hall in Long Beach, as well as the headquarters for the Port
• He led the task force on ports that rewrote many federal laws in a way that would advantage shipping
• in ports around the country, but particularly his own beloved port in the port complex of Long Beach

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, observed a moment of silence for civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson, and heard opening prayer and pledge. Members also welcomed Hubert Humphrey Fellows from several countries and received introductions of guests, including California State University Chancellor Mildred Garcia and Congressman Jim Clyburn. The chamber then approved the Senate journals and announced a joint hearing of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and the Assembly Committee on Business and Professions to be held upon adjournment. The main floor item was Senate Resolution 72 by Senator Wahab, recognizing Lunar New Year. Senators from several caucuses and districts spoke in support, describing the holiday’s significance across Asian cultures, its themes of family, renewal, courage, and prosperity, and California’s large Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Senator Wiener also highlighted the history of Lunar New Year celebrations in San Francisco and the contributions of Chinese immigrants and workers to California. The resolution passed by a 37-0 roll call vote. At the end of the session, members offered adjournment memorials for Niles Telenius, former Long Beach Mayor Bob Foster, and Terence Allen, with tributes describing their public service, community leadership, and personal impact. The Senate then announced it would reconvene on Thursday, February 19, at 9 a.m., with the chamber in recess until later that day for adjournment proceedings.