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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Apr 6th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I rise today to present AB 1944, which will amend the axle weight limit for zero-emission buses.
- can continue to provide reliable and quality public transportation while working toward California's zero-emission
- Clerk will close the roll, tally the vote, size 52, no zero. The measure passes.
Summary:
The Assembly convened after a quorum call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance, then handled a series of procedural motions including suspending rules, re-referring several bills to committees, and allowing committee notices for pending re-referrals. Members also received guest introductions, including LA28 leadership for an informational hearing on preparations for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, and advocacy groups focused on reproductive health and equity.
On the floor, the Assembly took up several third-reading bills. AB 1944 by Assembly Member Lee, which would delay implementation of lower axle weight limits for zero-emission buses to give transit agencies more time to adapt to battery technology limits, passed 49-1. AB 2305 by Assembly Member Caloza, prohibiting private equity and other corporate investors from controlling or influencing litigation decisions, passed 55-0. AB 2004 by Assembly Member Al-Annees, authorizing Fresno and San Joaquin counties to designate county correctional officers as peace officers if locally agreed, passed 52-0 after supportive remarks from Assembly Member Tangipa about a Fresno County correctional officer who died after being injured in a jail shooting.
The Assembly also adopted the second-day consent calendar, including ACR 161 on Special Districts Week and HR 87 on school accountability, with 57 co-authors added to the resolutions and unanimous votes on the consent items. The session concluded with an adjournment in memory for Marcella Villanueva, a longtime California Commission on Aging employee remembered for her service and compassion, followed by announcements of upcoming committee hearings and the next floor session before adjournment until Thursday, April 9 at 9 a.m.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Transportation Mar 9th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair, there are 16 aye, 10 nay, three excused, zero absent. Okay.
- Chair, there are 25 aye, zero nay, four excused or absent.
- Chair, there are 26 aye, zero nay, three excused or absent.
Summary:
The committee briefly reviewed four transportation-related bills before taking executive action. House Bill 2347 would repeal the 10% sales and use tax on luxury aircraft; members discussed the bill’s economic importance and its role in supporting business, wildfire suppression, agriculture, and health care, and it passed unanimously with a due pass recommendation. Substitute Senate Bill 6170 would raise monetary limits for state highway repair, emergency work, and WSDOT contracting, including higher thresholds for self-performance and small-business participation; it also passed unanimously.
Substitute Senate Bill 6225, which authorizes transportation bonds, drew the most discussion. As amended by striking amendment H-3808.1, the bill reduced general highway bond authorization from $1.1 billion to $800 million while retaining $500 million for SR 520 corridor projects and other transportation funding changes. Members described the amendment as a compromise to constrain future spending, and the bill passed 16-10 with several members voting no or no recommendation.
Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6354 would advance transportation electrification by allowing certain new manufacturers to sell directly under dealer licensing rules and by increasing the dealer documentary service fee, with part of the revenue supporting EV rebates for vulnerable populations. An amendment reduced the fee increase from $50 to $25, lowering the total fee to $225 through 2036 before reverting to $200. After debate about dealer impacts and direct sales policy, the amended bill passed 21-4. The chair then thanked staff and members and adjourned, noting it was likely the committee’s last meeting of the session.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Postsecondary Education REVISION 3: HB2210 - Added Feb 17th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Nine aye, zero nay.
- Representative Lay, with nine ayes and zero nays, I declare your bill to have passed.
- Pro Tem Moore, I declare your bill with nine ayes and zero nays. You have passed.
Summary:
The Postsecondary Education Committee met and adopted PCS working drafts for several bills before hearing them. House Bill 2210, by Representative Lay, would modernize Oklahoma’s youth apprenticeship system by allowing earlier entry, expanding eligibility to ages 16-25, assigning implementation to CareerTech, and adding paid-work protections and statewide ROI reporting; it passed 9-0. House Bill 4363, by Pro Tem Moore, would update outdated statutory references to reflect current operations and governance; it also passed 9-0.
House Bill 2398, by Representative Hill, would create a “credential of value” framework to align higher education, CareerTech, and workforce systems, with safeguards for high-need fields and regional wage considerations. Supporters said it would help students understand the earning value of programs before enrolling, while concerns were raised about possible effects on humanities and other lower-paying fields; the bill passed 8-1. House Bill 3557, by Representative Danny Williams, would clarify that 4-H and county extension fundraising money remains locally controlled and protected rather than being swept into a state-level account. Members discussed how the funds are currently handled and who would control them under the proposal; the bill passed 6-2.
House Bill 3701, by Representative Caldwell, would codify the State Regents’ existing process for reviewing and potentially consolidating low-producing higher education programs, including mandatory action after repeated low-producing status while preserving exemption authority. Questions focused on whether the bill merely formalized current practice and whether reporting back to the legislature should be added; the chair offered to include a reporting requirement if desired. The bill passed 6-2, and the chair announced this was the committee’s last House bill meeting for the session.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- The secretary will lock the board and announce the vote. 37 yeas, zero nays, Mr. President.
- The secretary will lock the board and record the vote. 38 yeas, zero nays, Mr. President.
- The secretary will lock the board and record the vote. 38 yeas, zero nays, Mr. President.
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognition of Doctors of the Day. Members then offered several gallery introductions and Capitol Day recognitions, including St. Johns County Day, Florida Space Day, Florida State Parks Day, AMIkids Day, Manatee County Days, New College of Florida Day, and Florida Keys Day.
The chamber received and adopted a committee report on 65 executive appointments. Debate focused on the confirmation of Tina Vidal-Douart, with one senator opposing her appointment over concerns about contracts tied to detention facilities and political contributions, while another senator spoke in support based on her assistance during COVID testing efforts. The report was adopted by a vote of 37 yeas and 0 nays.
On the special order calendar, the Senate passed Committee Substitute for Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 48 on housing, which requires local governments to allow accessory dwelling units under specified conditions and extends certain density bonus incentives for military families. The Senate also passed Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 578, creating a statewide Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Initiative through the Department of Elder Affairs. Both bills passed 38-0.
Appropriations Chair Hooper gave a budget update, saying the Senate budget rollout would move to February 12 in committee and February 18 in full appropriations. The Senate then waived rules to immediately certify all bills passed that day to the House, and adjourned until Wednesday, February 11, for committee meetings and other business.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Housing Jan 22nd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair, we have 13 ayes, four nays, and zero excused. Thank you.
- Chair, we have 17 ayes, zero nays. Great.
- Chair, we have 17 ayes, zero nays. Great.
Summary:
The House Housing Committee met to executive several bills, with staff outlining proposed substitutes and key changes before members took a caucus break. House Bill 1974, the land bank bill, was described as removing several original provisions such as county authorization requirements, advisory boards, planning strategies, annual audits, surplus-property prioritization, and a grant program, while adding annual reporting and a real estate excise tax exemption. House Bill 2118, which would limit common interest community associations from imposing more restrictive use covenants than those in place when a unit was acquired, had no amendments but was not moved forward at this time.
House Bill 2236, dealing with Housing Finance Commission authority, was explained as clarifying that the commission may not act as a retail mortgage lender or make loans for owner-occupied home purchases or refinancing, except for certain down-payment assistance loans, while adding an intent section to emphasize that the commission is not meant to compete with private lenders. Members debated whether removing language about using public funds could create taxpayer risk or a de facto state bank, but supporters said the changes modernize outdated law and clarify the commission’s role. House Bill 2269, concerning middle housing and on-site sewage systems in LAMIRDs, would restore broader county authority for middle housing in LAMIRDs while limiting sewage-system options based on whether the county is rural or non-rural.
The committee voted to report House Bill 1974 out with a due pass recommendation by a 10-7 vote, with several members opposing or voting without recommendation over tax concerns. House Bill 2236 also passed out of committee with a due pass recommendation by a 13-4 vote after similar debate over public-funds language. House Bill 2269 passed unanimously by voice vote, and the committee adjourned after completing its executive action.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 13, 2026 - 02:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Clerk: 17 yay, zero nay. Chair Melo: HB 447 is reported favorably. Congratulations. Rep.
- Clerk: 17 yays, zero nays, Madam Chair.
- Clerk: 17 yays, zero nays, Madam Chair.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee Jun 17th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- About 25% of sales annually are zero-emission vehicles or plug-in hybrids, but that's going to come with
- As an early driver and adopter of zero-mission vehicle technology, California is also at the forefront
- Zero. Happen aye. 0. That has the vote to get out. We will leave it open for absent team members.
Summary:
The Assembly Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee heard SB 615 by Senator Allen, which would create a Department of Toxic Substances Control program for end-of-life electric vehicle battery management. The bill is intended to promote reuse, repurposing, recycling, tracking, and responsible handling of EV batteries, with producer responsibility and certification of recyclers as key features. Supporters, including the Union of Concerned Scientists, California State Association of Counties, automakers, recyclers, and environmental groups, said the measure would help prevent hazardous waste problems, reduce illegal dumping, and prepare for a coming wave of battery retirements. Opponents, including Tesla, Rivian, the California Chamber of Commerce, and others, raised concerns about liability, burdens on smaller entities, and the bill’s structure, while some groups supported it if amended.
Committee members discussed the current low recycling rate for EV batteries, the difference between reuse, repurpose, and recycling, and whether the bill appropriately places responsibility on producers rather than consumers. The author said the bill builds on prior work and stakeholder input and is designed to create a workable system without overburdening DTSC. After quorum was established, the committee voted SB 615 out on a 5-1 vote, with one member voting no.
The committee also took up a consent calendar containing SB 39, SB 454, SB 724, and SCR 3, and those measures were approved. The hearing then adjourned.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
April 10, 2025 - 11:30 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- That means it was a stage zero. And because I had insurance, I was able...
- Yes. 15 yeas, zero nays. Chair, I mean... Yes, ma'am. Show the bill reported favorably.
- Yes. 15 yeas, zero nays. Mr. Chair, show the bill reported favorably. Congratulations.
Summary:
The Health Care Facilities and Systems Subcommittee met and heard two bills. HB 141, by Rep. Woodson, would require the state group insurance program to cover out-of-pocket costs for diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations for covered employees, with the goal of improving early detection and reducing the chance that patients skip follow-up imaging because of cost. Woodson described her personal experience with breast cancer screening and emphasized that the bill would help state employees get recommended mammograms, MRIs, ultrasounds, and related tests without financial barriers. The American Cancer Society and Cancer Action Network supported the bill, and several members spoke in strong support, citing the importance of early detection and employee retention. The committee voted 15-0 to report HB 141 favorably.
The committee then heard CS for HB 839, by Rep. Booth, which would shorten the period for health insurers to seek overpayment claims against participating psychologists from 30 months to 12 months, aligning psychologists with other health care providers and applying to claims on or after January 1, 2026. Booth said the change would improve access to mental health care by encouraging more psychologists to participate in insurance networks. The Florida Psychological Association appeared in support, and there was no debate. The committee voted 15-0 to report the bill favorably.
At the end of the meeting, the vice chair, ranking member, and chair each offered brief remarks thanking members and staff for their work during the session. The chair noted the committee had focused on implementation and oversight issues and described the process as member-driven. The meeting then adjourned by motion to rise.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Mar 27th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- There being 132 yays and zero nays, the bill is passed and its title agreed to.
- However, the fiscal note came back stating that the fair market The value is zero, and over on the Senate
- Thank you. 132 ayes and zero nays; the bill is passed and its title is agreed to.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House County and Municipal Government Committee Feb 12th, 2025
County and Municipal Government
Transcript Highlights:
- On the tag, when you write a ticket, the locals don't get any dollars off of that—none, zero.
- Instead of getting zero on the handicap and no motivation to write a ticket, they'll keep all that local
- Then, 12 years later, they had the epicenter, ground zero for the opioid crisis, and no one's talking
Committee:
House County and Municipal Government
Keywords:
juvenile detention, county management, legal procedures, juvenile justice, county commission, supervision, administration, vehicle registration, disability access, fines, law enforcement, public accommodation, interim police chief, public safety, municipalities, state authority, 1136, house, all
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session: 2025 First Special Session 6/9/25 - Part 3
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh we left this floor with a zero on a zero target. ...And, uh, just like I mentioned when this bill
- Uh we left this floor with a zero on a zero target.
- Uh we left this floor with a zero on a zero target.
- </c> this floor with a zero on a zero target. this floor with a zero on a zero target.
- Blaine gets a total of zero dollars of LGA. Columbus, zero dollars of LGA. And Ham Lake, $0 of LGA.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Senate Energy and Natural Resources (04/01/2025)
Energy and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- The passage by zero risk to rate payers.
- If they want 100% zero-carbon electricity, they can have that.
- If they want 100% zero-carbon electricity, they can have that.
- If they want 100% zero-carbon electricity, they can have that.
- If they want 100% zero-carbon electricity, they can have that.
Committee:
Senate Energy and Natural Resources
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Science, Technology and Energy (01/27/2025)
Science, Technology and Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- vote and solidified the 353 to zero vote and solidified the granted<01:12:18.400><c> state</c><01:12
- So ultimately, we would want the alternative compliance payments to go to zero.
- I think that a better solution to resolving this might just be to bring the ACP down to zero.
- The other thing I wanted to say: there was a comment made earlier that just go with a zero ACP, that
- The other thing I wanted to say: there was a comment made earlier that just go with a zero ACP, that
Committee:
House Science, Technology and Energy
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Pension Funding Council Jun 23rd, 2026 at 02:00 pm
Pension Funding Council
Transcript Highlights:
- If that formula is zero or negative... If that formula is zero or negative, no SRP benefit is paid.
- Aye. 5 ayes, zero nays, one excused. With your vote, the motion is adopted. Thank you.
- Five aye, zero nays, one excused. Thank you very much.
Committee:
Joint Pension Funding Council
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Insurance Committee Jun 10th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- The data is very clear: it's a Class A roof, it's defensible space, it's zero to five.
- Ayes are four, noes are zero. That bill is out. Thank you, Assembly Member, for your patience.
- Ayes are six, noes are zero. Those items are out. We'll lift the call next with respect...
- The ayes are six, the noes are zero, and that bill is out.
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Insurance met as a subcommittee due to a lack of quorum and heard AB 1559 by Assemblymember Calderon, which would require insurers to give homeowners notice before collecting aerial images, provide copies of any images used, and ensure images used for nonrenewal or cancellation are current enough to allow an in-person inspection request. The Department of Insurance and United Policyholders supported the bill, saying consumers are often blindsided by decisions based on outdated or inaccurate drone, satellite, or aircraft images. Several local government and consumer groups also supported it, and there was no opposition. The committee later approved AB 1559 on a 6-0 vote and sent it to the Privacy Committee.
The committee also heard AB 2038 by Assemblymember Harabedian, which would extend wildfire-related nonrenewal moratoriums for homeowners, including an additional year for homes within fire perimeters and adjacent zip codes. Supporters, including the Consumer Federation of California, United Policyholders, and local government groups, argued that rebuilding after major fires takes much longer than current protections assume and that the bill would help keep survivors insured while they rebuild. Opponents from the insurance industry warned the bill would further constrain insurers, worsen market instability, and shift costs and availability problems to other policyholders, especially because the bill extends protections to adjacent zip codes that may not have been directly damaged. Committee members raised concerns about the zip code approach and possible impacts on the broader market, but the author said the bill simply extends existing SB 824 timelines and that discussions on amendments would continue. The committee passed AB 2038 on a 4-0 vote and sent it to Appropriations.
File items 1 and 3 were consent items and were approved without opposition on a 6-0 vote. The committee then adjourned.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- The data is very clear: it's a Class A roof, it's defensible space, it's zero to five; it's really not
- Ayes are four, noes are zero. That bill is out. Thank you, Assembly Member, for your patience.
- Ayes are six, noes are zero. Those items are out. We'll lift the call next with respect...
- The ayes are six, the noes are zero. And that bill is out.
Committee:
Senate Insurance
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session May 7th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- No zero. The measure passes with immediate transmittal.
- in creating Firewise communities, and cities are taking proactive steps to implement their own zone zero
- It recognizes the urgency of developing a rail network by 2050 that is zero...
- It recognizes the urgency of developing a rail network by 2050 that is zero-emission, provides reliable
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Apr 30th, 2026 at 01:45 pm
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Woods Senator rader senator Howard ir r is preparing to close close the roll having received44 ays and zero
- Having received 44 aye votes and zero nay votes, I declare the nomination to have been confirmed.
- Having received 43 aye votes and zero nay votes, I declare the nomination to have been confirmed.
- Having received 43 aye's and zero nays, I declare the executive nominations to have passed.
Bills:
HB1168
Keywords:
abortion, abortion-inducing drugs, medication abortion, mifepristone, misoprostol, methotrexate, pro-life, pro-choice, reproductive health, unborn child, trafficking, felony, contraception, pharmacist, pharmacy, Title 63, Oklahoma statutes, abortion pill, drug distribution, criminal penalty
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Public Employment and Retirement Committee Apr 22nd, 2026
Public Employment and Retirement
Transcript Highlights:
- That bill is out seven to zero. Thank you. That bill is out 7 to 0. Thank you.
- The bill is out seven to zero. Item number six, AB 2780. The current vote is 6-0.
- The bill is out seven to zero. We need a motion on item number three, AB 24. So moved.
- The bill is out seven to zero. Thank you. Yes. Michelle Rodriguez. The bill is out 7 to 0. Okay.
Committee:
House Public Employment and Retirement
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Apr 9th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Aye. 37, no zero. That appointment is confirmed. File Item 35. Senator Grove, you are recognized.
- Aye. 37, no zero. The appointment is confirmed. Members, we will now move to Senate third reading.
- be covering sustainable aviation fuel tax credits, greenhouse gas reduction fund expenditure plan, zero-emission
- be covering sustainable aviation fuel tax credits, greenhouse gas reduction fund expenditure plan, zero-emission
Summary:
The Senate met with a quorum present and began with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. The floor then moved through a series of recognitions, including the Natomas Nighthawks boys basketball team, 2026 James Irvine Foundation Leadership Awardees, and visiting California biotech leaders. Senators highlighted the honorees’ work on youth development, education, mental health, homelessness, community college success, and biotechnology. The body also welcomed Rosie Perez, the 43rd Treasurer of the United States and chair of America 250, to the chamber.
On the legislative side, the Senate approved a procedural request to allow Senate Bill 1447 to be heard in policy committees after the deadline. The chamber then confirmed five gubernatorial appointments: Alan Guy, Henry Nutt III, Steven Pennelli, Jacob Arkatov, and Dr. V. V. Ling Sai, with each confirmation passing on unanimous or near-unanimous roll calls. The Senate also adopted Senate Resolution 88, recognizing the 50th anniversary of modern biotechnology and the 20th anniversary of the California Biotechnology Foundation, and Senate Resolution 90, recognizing April 14-16 as Khmer New Year; both resolutions passed 37-0.
The remainder of the session included committee announcements and an extended adjournment in memory of Rod Diridon Sr., with several senators speaking to his long career in local government, transportation planning, environmental advocacy, and public service. Members emphasized his role in shaping transit in Santa Clara County and California, his mentorship, and his lasting influence on the region. The Senate then announced it would recess and reconvene on Monday, April 13, 2026.