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FL
Transcript Highlights:
- And if you wish to speak for the committee, give one of the sergeants at the back a speaker card, and
- And if you wish to speak for the committee, give one of the sergeants at the back a speaker card, and
- on the CCP, siphons data back to the PRC, creates security vulnerabilities for its users, and relies
- Creates security vulnerabilities for its users and relies on a model that covertly censors and manipulates
- Does any senator wish to be recorded on votes on bills before the committee today? Any senator?
Committee:
Senate Ethics and Elections
Keywords:
financial disclosure, statement of financial interests, ethics, late filing, late-filed disclosure, automatic fine, waiver, Florida Commission on Ethics, public officials, state officers, local officers, state employees, ethics enforcement, government transparency, sunshine law, reporting persons, penalty reduction, first-time offender, election ethics, general revenue fund
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The House Committee on Administration is electronic public comment process for all Texans. be posted
- One of the things that we did earlier... early on was to develop a strategic plan, and a strategic plan
- On slide nine, this is the really more discussion on the infrastructure parts. our plan a lot of this
- On slide 10, this is just a discussion on what we call credentials of value in the Texas credential system
- On slide 11.
Committee:
House Higher Education
Summary:
The committee meeting focused on several administrative matters, alongside public comments and expert testimonies regarding the proposed legislation. Representative Shaheen highlighted concerns regarding the parameters for public comment, ensuring that only embodied testimonies would be allowed during this session. The meeting was well-attended, and members frequently moved in and out due to overlapping committee schedules. The atmosphere was one of collaboration, underscored by a strong presence of both committee members and the public.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the posture of the United States European Command and United States Africa Command in review of the Defense Authorization Request for fiscal year 2026 and the Future Years Defense Program; to be immediately followed by a closed he Apr 3rd, 2025 at 08:30 am
Subcommittee on Personnel
Transcript Highlights:
- On behalf of this committee, thank you for your distinguished service to our nation.
- on. on in all the relevant theaters.
- check, they will have a direct threat on the homeland, whether it's just their networks or even their
- breach on our part?
- One country or one or two countries have actually benefited substantially. Not on China's behalf.
Committee:
Senate Subcommittee on Personnel
Summary:
The committee convened to discuss various bills and hear testimonies related to legislative matters, including public concerns and implications surrounding the proposed legislation. Notably, the members engaged in a vigorous debate over SB4, where several representatives shared differing viewpoints on its impact on local communities and the environment. Public testimonies were heard, with advocates arguing for the bill's potential benefits, while opponents raised significant concerns regarding the fiscal implications and land use. Following these discussions, the committee moved to vote on HB2214, which passed without issue, illustrating the bipartisan support for certain initiatives tied to public welfare.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- services on a voluntary Exception for volunteers who provide armed security services on a voluntary,
- We just lost our on-deck non-committee member presenting a bill, so we’ll go to tab 4. Sure.
- Does any senator wish to be recorded as voting on bills before the committee today? One?
- Does any Senator wish to be recorded as voting on bills before the committee today? favorably.
- Does any senator wish to be recorded as voting on bills before the committee today? One?
Committee:
Senate Criminal Justice
Keywords:
veterans, treatment court, nonviolent felony, probation, mental health, places of worship, house of worship, church, mosque, synagogue, religious security, armed security, volunteer security, private security, security guard licensing, licensure exemption, Florida Statutes chapter 493, Class G license, Class C license, security services
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider the nominations of Sean Donahue, of Florida, and Jessica Kramer, of Wisconsin, both to be an Assistant Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and Brian Nesvik, of Wyoming, to be Director of the United State Apr 9th, 2025 at 08:45 am
Environment and Public Works Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you. and we are starting this hearing. which is one of my committees, which is Commerce. and Senator
- Fox has previously testified before this committee on the Superfund Program, so welcome back to the committee
- On the train derailment in Ohio several years ago we had testimony in this committee about EPA's role
- research that the Superfund program relies on, for example, in toxicity studies. on research on new
- So the first one is on the control over the remedy.
Summary:
The committee meeting focused on the presidential nominations of Brigadier General Brian Nesvick as Director of Fish and Wildlife and Jess Kramer and Sean Donahue as assistant administrators at the EPA. Each nominee presented their qualifications and experiences in their respective fields, with an emphasis on their commitment to uphold the laws passed by Congress. The discussion highlighted the nominees' dedication to addressing environmental issues and their proactive stances on regulatory matters. After deliberation, votes were held to report the nominations favorably, despite some members voicing concerns regarding their qualifications and potential conflicts with environmental interests.
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Apr 1st, 2026
County and Municipal Government
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, then he will probably get his bill out of committee, I would imagine. >> Go ahead, Senator.
- bill >> Well, then he will probably get his bill out<00:10:48.040><c> of</c><00:10:48.120><c> committee
- </c> out of committee, I would imagine. out of committee, I would imagine. >> go.
- Thank you, committee. Okay, what's next? Man. >> Mhm.
Committee:
Senate County and Municipal Government
Keywords:
voting rights, restoration, pardons, Parole Board, re-registration, conviction, states' voting laws, Lawrence County, Sheriff, credit card, debit card, government purchases, discretionary fund, financial accountability, tax distribution, Talladega County, economic development, public safety, rural infrastructure, child labor
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair, and good morning, members of the committee. committee.
- Lopez is also honored to serve on the state employees' credit union supervisory committee, and was most
- No one signed up in opposition of your appointment, but I'm going to go to the committee room by a show
- I sit on the Land Grant Committee, and this topic has been a hot topic for many years and so I think
- I urge the committee to vote to pass on this important and historic Memorial. Thank you.
Committees:
Senate Senate Rules , Senate House Rules & Order Of Business
Keywords:
land grant, Las Vegas, governance, self-governance, judicial management, forced sterilization, coerced sterilization, Indigenous women, Native American women, women of color, reproductive justice, reproductive sovereignty, truth and reconciliation commission, memorial, trauma-informed care, reparative justice, human rights, bodily autonomy, Indian Health Service, Indian affairs
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Economic Development and Tourism Committee Apr 9th, 2025
Tourism
Transcript Highlights:
- They do a 7% tax on liquor... ...Northport. They do a 7% tax on liquor sales in that state.
- When this bill passes, it's 7% based on what the price is.
- But currently, so does the liquor go up on the percent... ...the liquor go up on the percent.
- I've tried them before, and... ...I've tried them before, and there's one other one called Surfside that's
- We're not going to vote on... hearing. We're not going to vote on this.
Bills:
HB521
Committees:
House Tourism , House Economic Development and Tourism
Keywords:
HB521, mixed spirit beverages, ready-to-drink cocktails, RTD alcohol, alcoholic beverages, liquor, spirits, ABC Board, Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control, wholesaler license, retail license, distribution agreement, exclusive territory, three-tier system, excise tax, alcohol tax, liquor regulation, alcohol labeling, minors, package store
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Lisa, please call the roll on committee substitute for Senate Bill 834. Senator Berman?
- Lisa, please call the roll on Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 502. Senator Berman?
- Lisa, please call the roll on committee substitute for Senate Bill 52. Senator Berman?
- So, Lisa, please call the roll on Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 758. Senator Berman?
- Members, does any senator wish to be recorded as voting on bills before the committee today?
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
Keywords:
places of worship, house of worship, church, mosque, synagogue, religious security, armed security, volunteer security, private security, security guard licensing, licensure exemption, Florida Statutes chapter 493, Class G license, Class C license, security services, faith-based institutions, public safety, military jurisdiction, delinquency, concurrent jurisdiction
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 27 Mar 23rd, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Conference committee reports and. Joint committee reports. Motions.
- So as you can see, on top of.
- on.
- I've been on both utilities as well as oversight committee, and seeing it passed with 100% bipartisan
- One would be for the federal tax. One would be for the state tax.
Bills:
HB2059 , HB3920 , HB2992 , HB3267 , HB4457 , HB3800 , HB3818 , HB4425 , HB4427 , HB4430 , HB4431 , HB4333 , HB4340 , HB4343 , HB4344 , HB4363 , HB4229 , HB4230 , HB4236 , HB4246 , HB1979 , HB3431 , HB3052 , HB3047 , HB3048 , HB4092 , HB4302 , HB3261 , HB3704 , HB3312 , HB3546 , HB3849 , HCR1021 , HB4105 , HB4159 , HB4304 , HB3835 , HB3619 , HB4490 , HB3710 , HB4201 , HB3907 , HB3748
Keywords:
health care, medication, inmates, Oklahoma Health Care Authority, reimbursement, county jails, medical expenses, sales tax exemption, nonprofit organizations, procurement, transplant research, Oklahoma Tax Code, HB2992, Data Center Customer Ratepayer Protection Act of 2026, Corporation Commission, Oklahoma utilities, ratepayer protection, data centers, artificial intelligence computing, AI data centers
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Press Conference: HB 2081 Jun 1st, 2025 at 11:06 am
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, we've been actually partnering and working with ARCA Texas for a while, even on smaller things.
- Cason and his mom testified in committee that they searched the whole country for the best program.
- So I said to Sarah, we gotta be on this, and I'm like, yep, let's do it.
- On the last day of the session, just how you guys feel, what are you thinking, and what are the next
- I went to school not speaking one word of English when I first started.
Keywords:
special education, legislation, Texas, personalized education, families testimonies, education reform, committee meeting
Summary:
The committee meeting featured strong dialogues focused on improving educational provisions for special needs students in Texas. A key highlight was the discussion around legislation aimed at personalizing educational programs to cater to individual needs, which included testimonies from families who have benefited from similar initiatives. The overall sentiment was one of urgency to rectify past shortcomings in the education system and to foster an environment where every student is given the chance to thrive. Members also expressed frustration over delayed bills and a commitment to continue fighting for progress as the session approached its end.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nominations of Dean Sauer, of Missouri, to be Solicitor General of the United States, and Harmeet Dhillon, of California, and Aaron Reitz, of Texas, both to be an Assistant Attorney General, all of the Department of Justice. Feb 26th, 2025 at 09:15 am
Senate Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- We're going to call on... This is how we run the committee.
- You commented on this and wrote, looking for some Andrew Jackson level leadership on this one.
- So I can't believe that it's the position of anybody on this committee that in the face of decisions
- And not a single Democrat on this committee could be bothered to be concerned in the slightest about
- I will note I am grateful that is not a requirement to serve on the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Committee:
Senate Senate Judiciary
Keywords:
Department of Justice, nominations, Assistant Attorney General, civil rights, enforcement, committee discussion
Summary:
The meeting covered important discussions surrounding key nominations in the Department of Justice, specifically for the roles of Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights and the Office of Legal Policy. Various committee members took turns to express their views on the nominees, emphasizing the implications of their potential confirmation on civil rights enforcement in the country. Alongside the committee discussion, the nominees provided insights into their professional backgrounds and how their experiences align with the responsibilities of the positions for which they have been nominated.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- If you follow us on Instagram, he's the one that keeps jumping over me with the bicycle. Yes.
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- </c> lines 613 on page 22 with the following. lines 613 on page 22 with the following.
- So, we won't get to that one. >> now. So, we won't get to that one.
- </c> one has 70,000. one has 70,000.
Committee:
House Insurance
Keywords:
police abuse registry, law enforcement registry, officer assault, assault on police, resisting arrest, battery on law enforcement, law enforcement injury fund, Back the Blue Act, Attorney General, clemency, pardon, commutation, rehabilitation costs, medical costs, public safety, criminal records, background checks, registry removal fee, privacy, due process
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint hearings with the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs to examine the legislative presentation of The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. and multi VSOs: Paralyzed Veterans of America, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Student Veterans Mar 4th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Senate Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- I believe others on the committee may have done as well.
- You know, each of us... sits on a number of committees.
- I sit on five, but one thing about the Veterans Committee is that we each have a commitment to listen
- I can't say that about every committee that I sit on, but this is one committee where we are united in
- know, no one on this panel that this committee hasn't worked well with, and we are delighted to have
Committee:
Senate Senate Veterans' Affairs
Keywords:
veteran services, Secretary Collins, healthcare provisions, contract cancellations, transparency, accountability, committee meeting, legislation
Summary:
During this committee meeting, various bills were discussed with a specific focus on veteran services and healthcare provisions. Notably, the cancellation of critical contracts under Secretary Collins sparked significant debate, with representatives emphasizing the adverse impact on veteran care. The meeting featured testimonies from veterans and stakeholders who expressed their concerns regarding the potential fallout of these cancellations, demonstrating the urgency of transparency and accountability in management decisions. Discussions also delved into various legislative proposals aimed at improving services for veterans amidst these challenges.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider the nomination of Steven Bradbury, of Virginia, to be Deputy Secretary of Transportation, and routine lists in the Coast Guard. Feb 27th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation will come to order.
- The Federal Bureau of Investigation, Homeland Security Investigations, and the U.S.
- Eight police by freezing resources for homeland security, terrorism prevention and more.
- Five reassigning DOJ law enforcement officers as well as homeland security investigators.
- The Department of Homeland Security met with us, but refused to investigate.
Committees:
Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee , Senate Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Freight, Pipelines, and Safety
Keywords:
Committee, Transportation, aviation safety, confirmation, Lieutenant Commander, Deputy Secretary, Bradbury, Hafensteiner, aircraft incidents
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation convened to consider the promotion of Coast Guard Lieutenant Samuel Hafensteiner to Lieutenant Commander and the nomination of Stephen Bradbury as Deputy Secretary of Transportation. The meeting highlighted ongoing concerns regarding aviation safety, especially in light of recent aircraft incidents. Members discussed the critical need for knowledgeable leadership within the Department of Transportation to address these safety challenges effectively. Mr. Bradbury's background as a former General Counsel of the Department was presented as a strong asset for the role he seeks.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- All right, so as with general testimony in this committee, we will have two minutes on the board.
- I appreciate the time and the support of the committee on this bill. Any questions for Stan? Mr.
- I think that the reality is, I have experienced it in 14 years serving on a Natural Resources Committee
- And forgive Jackson today, folks; we've got two newbies on the committee, so I think he's still getting
- Good afternoon, Chair Dunn and members of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources.
Bills:
HB2014 , HB2031 , HB2078 , HB2102 , HB2103 , HB2117 , HB2261 , HB2262 , HB2264 , HB2278 , HB2428 , HB2494 , HB2756 , HB2758 , HB2762 , HB2782 , HB2932 , HB2933 , HB2986
Keywords:
air emissions, fuel blends, environmental quality, feasibility study, Arizona Department of Agriculture, water rights, groundwater, Willcox, active management area, certificate of grandfathered rights, Arizona legislature, aggregate mining, reclamation plans, environmental protection, public safety, land use, domestic water, improvement district, water delivery, water hauling
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- So we humbly ask this committee to act favorably on this bill.
- I believe rep Wally has a bill. but we're not in that committee or on that bill.
- Three-minute limit on your testimony. Okay. Members of the committee, my name is Adam Foster.
- I am open to address any questions. and reserves the right to close and we are working on a committee
- As you know in your work on this committee and protecting and providing for the future of Texas water
Bills:
HB1520 , HB1525 , HB1530 , HB1535 , HB2068 , HB2091 , HB2347 , HB2372 , HB2805 , HB2815 , HB2867 , HB3154 , HB3482 , HB3483 , HB3663 , HB3781 , HB3901 , HB3915 , HB4135 , HB4153 , HB4158 , HB4329 , HB4331
Committee:
House Natural Resources
Keywords:
Angelina and Neches River Authority, river authority, Sunset Advisory Commission, Texas Sunset Act, Special District Local Laws Code, local government, natural resources, board of directors, director training, board governance, public testimony, open meetings, public information, conflict of interest, ethics, complaint system, general manager, board president, staggered terms, removal of director
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- 2 The committee on natural resources will come to order and the clerk will call the roll.
- Thank you Chairman, members of the House Committee on Natural Resources for the opportunity to present
- We've been talking on this committee a lot about our need for new water sources.
- Chairs Wiener and that committee and want to work with you on that.
- Committee I would just say that you know as I mentioned before we live in flash flood alley one of the
Bills:
HB1520 , HB1525 , HB1530 , HB1535 , HB2068 , HB2091 , HB2347 , HB2372 , HB2805 , HB2815 , HB2867 , HB3154 , HB3482 , HB3483 , HB3663 , HB3781 , HB3901 , HB3915 , HB4135 , HB4153 , HB4158 , HB4329 , HB4331
Committee:
House Natural Resources
Keywords:
Angelina and Neches River Authority, river authority, Sunset Advisory Commission, Texas Sunset Act, Special District Local Laws Code, local government, natural resources, board of directors, director training, board governance, public testimony, open meetings, public information, conflict of interest, ethics, complaint system, general manager, board president, staggered terms, removal of director
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/18/2026 - Senate Health and Human Services
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- The Committee on Health and Human Services is called to order.
- as specified each October 1st until the committee is repealed on January 1st, 2029.
- asking our committee to look into this on our discussions.
- as specified by April 30, 2027, before the committee is repealed on July 1, 2027.
- as specified by April 30, 2027, before the committee is repealed on July 1, 2027.
Bills:
SB1014 , SB1094 , SB1146 , SB1177 , SB1192 , SB1194 , SB1214 , SB1372 , SB1390 , SB1398 , SB1399 , SB1494 , SB1557 , SB1561 , SB1564 , SB1602 , SB1603 , SB1621 , SB1628 , SB1629 , SB1713 , SB1752 , SB1776 , SB1813 , SB1814 , SB1821
Keywords:
gender transition, gender detransition, health insurance, medical procedures, insurance claims, official documents, Arizona law, gender reassignment, civil liability, minors, medical consent, detransition, dependent children, foster care, periodic review, court hearings, child welfare, public funds, prohibition, Arizona legislation
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider the nomination of Reed Rubinstein, of Maryland, to be Legal Adviser of the Department of State; to be immediately followed by a hearing to examine the nominations of David Perdue, of Georgia, to be Ambassador to the Peopl Apr 3rd, 2025 at 09:30 am
Foreign Relations Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- So I could go on and on.
- One of the things, and I've mentioned this in this committee before, one of the things that's most disturbing
- That means that Social Security and Medicaid here in interest on the debt are all men and we have to
- I pledge to you, without a hitch, that the Olympic Committee in the United States is on message to the
- Chairman. letters of support the committee has received on behalf of the nominees to the record.
Committee:
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Keywords:
committee meeting, bill discussions, nomination, David Perdue, Monica Crawley, U.S.-China relations, foreign policy
Summary:
The meeting of the committee was marked by significant discussions regarding various bills, including HB22 and SB5. A notable moment was the introduction of nominees Senator David Perdue and Ms. Monica Crawley, which led to discussions on the implications of their roles, particularly in relation to U.S.-China relations and foreign policy. Members exchanged views on the nominees' qualifications, emphasizing the importance of leadership in foreign diplomacy. Additionally, the committee heard testimonies from several witnesses both supporting and opposing certain bills, showcasing the diverse perspectives present.