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MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets Jan 13th, 2026

Joint Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're grateful for this opportunity to testify in strong support of the Mass Ready Act.
  • Hello, thanks for this opportunity to testify in support of the Mass Ready Act.
  • So it's at least an opportunity at the curb to try and educate and correct behavior.
  • So it's at least an opportunity at the curb to try and educate and correct behavior.
  • Your supportive vets moves me to tears. I'm here to talk about the Mass Ready Act.
Bills: S2542
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • Additional nominees require the support of two senators and three representatives.
  • </c><00:08:39.599><c> our</c> campaigns but yearr round to support our campaigns but yearr round to support
  • I think that we should do more to support initiatives that address the higher cost of attendance and
  • Do you support having a public comment portion...
  • Do you support banning legacy admissions, yes or no? We will start with Mr. Albright. Mr.
Keywords: 1183, house
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

January 15, 2025 - 01:00 PM

Transcript Highlights:
  • This is a new committee for me after four years, and I'm excited to learn, and I'm excited to support
  • can to keep Florida a law and order state, as my colleague just said, and do everything we can to support
  • When things are working well, I fully support the state uniform bond schedule.
  • I fully support the state uniform bond schedule.
  • , or as a suggestion that Some sort of recognition for the behavior or as a suggestion that the court
Summary: The Criminal Justice Subcommittee held its first meeting of 2025, took roll, confirmed a quorum, and heard member introductions before turning to an informational panel on how a criminal case moves through Florida’s system. The chair emphasized respectful committee process and introduced staff, then invited the panel to explain the path from arrest through prosecution, first appearance, arraignment, discovery, trial, plea negotiations, and sentencing. Sheriff Bob Gualtieri described law enforcement discretion, probable cause, misdemeanor and felony arrest rules, pre-arrest diversion, jail operations, and the statewide uniform bond schedule. He also discussed jail overcrowding, supervised release, mental health and substance abuse issues in jails, and the need for better case management and diversion resources. Judge Frank Allman explained first appearance, bond setting, arraignment, trial procedures, plea colloquies, and sentencing under Florida’s punishment code, including downward departures and victim impact statements. State Attorney Jack Campbell outlined charging decisions, the higher proof burden prosecutors must meet, coordination with law enforcement, Baker Act proceedings, victim notification, informations versus grand jury indictments, and the role of diversion and treatment courts. Public Defender Matthew Mets described indigency screening, discovery, the growing volume and technical complexity of evidence, mitigation work, and the importance of treatment-based resolutions. Members asked about time-served credit for supervised release, mental health recidivism, homelessness enforcement, ICE holds, and sentencing discretion; no votes were taken and the meeting ended after the informational presentation and discussion.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Education Mar 31st, 2026

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • We do have some green cards in support, but not wishing to speak.
  • We do have some cards in support, not wishing to speak.
  • They have to support their families. They're not doing it full-time.
  • I'd be happy to lend my support, my testimony.
  • We also have two more cards and support, not wishing to speak.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
  • Then you see supporting studies coming from other universities.
  • If we're going to support one way, how dare we not support the other?
  • No, they have not supported it. I've attended many of the family court committee hearings.
  • And the therapy isn't even vetted or supported by the licensing or the canon of that field.
  • Such supporting evidence includes documented substance abuse or acts of domestic violence.
Summary: The committee first took up SB 1066, which would allow the Attorney General or a county attorney to sue researchers for knowingly or recklessly publishing fraudulent scientific research, and would let injured parties recover damages. The sponsor and a supporting witness argued the bill would create personal accountability for deliberate research fraud and cited examples of retracted or manipulated studies; opponents warned that peer review and existing scientific processes already address bad research and that the bill could chill research and speech. The committee later passed SB 1066 on a 4-3 vote. The committee then heard SB 1015, which would impose strict personal liability on providers who perform gender transition procedures on minors for later detransition costs and related injuries. Supporters, including the sponsor, a doctor, a detransitioner, and a parent, said the bill would protect children, create accountability, and help families seek redress for irreversible harm. Opponents from the ACLU and others argued the measure discriminates against transgender patients, would likely chill care by making providers uninsurable, and could function as a backdoor ban; the committee nevertheless advanced the bill on a 4-3 vote. SB 1049, as amended, limited spousal maintenance to four years and adjusted eligibility and guideline factors. The sponsor and a family law attorney said the bill would curb overly long awards and better account for assets and income, while the Judicial Council explained the existing guideline work and noted the new calculator was intended to add uniformity; one senator objected that the cap was arbitrary and ignored case-specific context. The committee adopted the amendment and passed the bill 4-2. The committee also unanimously passed SB 1189, allowing campaign funds to be used for candidate and family security, and SB 1133, eliminating a duplicate financial disclosure filing for candidates who already filed an annual statement. Finally, the committee heard SB 1081, which would bar a DCS attorney from appearing before a judge after appearing before that judge in any of the attorney’s previous five DCS cases, and advanced it 4-3 after debate over judicial familiarity and rural-court impacts. The committee also heard SCR 1001, a proposed constitutional referral to end early voting the Friday before the election, require proof of citizenship and government ID, and restrict mail ballots to voters who affirmatively request them; supporters framed it as an election-integrity measure, while ADOT testified neutrally but warned that free IDs could cost tens of millions in lost revenue and affect road funding. The transcript ends during testimony on SCR 1001, before any vote on that measure.
MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Elementary and Secondary Education Jan 15th, 2026

Elementary and Secondary Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • And sometimes that is not positive behavior.
  • And sometimes that is not positive behavior.
  • And those students need those supports as well.
  • Our adopted resolutions support additional funding for gifted education.
  • So we just want to be on record in support of this bill as well.
Keywords: 959, house, all
MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Transportation Apr 15th, 2026

Joint Committee on Transportation Oversight

Transcript Highlights:
  • But as for right now, I cannot support the substitute.
  • But as for right now, I cannot support the substitute. Representative Jordan.
  • They do not punish the bad behavior. They help reshape it.
  • For those reasons, I do not support HB 3317. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
  • MADD is very much in support of House Bill 3317.
Summary: The Transportation Committee met in executive session and first voted House Bill 1798 do pass by a 9-5 roll call. Members then considered a House committee substitute combining House Bills 2553, 1831, and 2328; after a brief explanation that the substitute mainly rolled the bills together and removed duplicative helmet language, the committee adopted the substitute and voted the combined bill do pass 15-0. The committee also took up Senate Bill 1408, adopted a House committee amendment cleaning up salvage title language, then adopted a new committee substitute and voted the bill do pass by an 8-6-1 vote. Several members raised concerns about omnibus drafting, fiscal notes, and process, while others defended the bills as useful or freedom-oriented measures. The committee then heard House Bill 3317 from Rep. Sherry Gallick, which would allow drivers facing license revocation for accumulated speeding-related points to regain driving privileges by using an intelligent speed limiting device for a year. The sponsor said the bill is intended to reduce repeat speeding and keep people working, while witnesses in support included a family member of a pedestrian killed in a speeding-related hit-and-run, MADD, and a transportation safety group, all arguing the bill could reduce fatalities and provide accountability. Opponents argued the current point and suspension system already provides penalties, that the bill could impose costs on taxpayers, and that it raises concerns about privacy, technology accuracy, and government overreach. The hearing ended without a vote on HB 3317, and the chair announced it was likely the committee’s final meeting of the year.
MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Transportation Apr 15th, 2026

Transportation

Transcript Highlights:
  • They do not punish the bad behavior. They help reshape it.
  • She was my support system and my... Together.
  • For those reasons, I do not support HB 3317. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
  • For those reasons, I do not support HB 3317. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
  • MADD is very much in support of House Bill 3317.
Keywords: 959, house, all
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • My son lost his top supporter. The only thing I ask you guys is please help.
  • Thank you for the opportunity to speak in support of House Bill 1795.
  • I respectfully urge you to support this legislation.
  • Again, I urge you to support House Bill 1795.
  • I ask you to support the bill. Members' questions.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • We will not accept disruptive behavior or behavior that incites or threatens violence.
  • Now we'll move to additional witnesses in support.
  • We support the bill in concept.
  • We support the bill in concept.
  • I'm supportive of the bill.
Summary: The Assembly Communications and Conveyance Committee met to adopt its 2025-2026 rules and hear three bills. The committee first adopted the rules on a roll call vote, then heard AB 1303 by Assemblymember Valencia, which would clarify that a Social Security number is not required to apply for California Lifeline and would restrict sharing subscriber information with immigration enforcement absent a court warrant or subpoena. Supporters said the bill would help vulnerable Californians, including undocumented residents, domestic violence survivors, unhoused people, and identity theft victims, access essential communications services; there was no opposition. The bill passed on a due pass motion and was re-referred to Judiciary. The committee next heard AB 1271 by Assemblymember Bonta, which would require broadband providers to report pricing and speed-performance data to the Department of Consumer Affairs and make the information publicly available, with privacy protections and a standardized reporting template. Supporters argued the bill would improve transparency and help consumers, local governments, and the state understand what broadband service Californians are actually receiving; testimony highlighted disparities in speed and pricing in low-income communities. The bill was amended in committee and passed on a due pass as amended motion to the Committee on Business and Professions. Finally, the committee heard AB 693 by the chair, Assemblymember Boerner, which would consolidate broadband and digital equity functions into a new Department of Broadband and Digital Equity and create an 11-member commission with decision-making authority. Supporters said the current split between agencies creates delays and coordination problems, while members discussed governance, geographic representation, and whether the proposal would require follow-up constitutional or statutory changes. The bill passed 9-0 and was re-referred to Appropriations. Afterward, the committee added AB 1303 and AB 1271 as later add-ons, both of which were also reported out, and the meeting adjourned.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Capital Investment Committee 2/19/26

Capital Investment

Transcript Highlights:
  • Verbal outbursts, shouting, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
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  • Admin's wide-ranging work supports Minnesota from border to border.
  • allocations supported veteran Other allocations supported veteran affairs,<00:30:52.559><c> direct</
  • </c> Preservation Commission also support Preservation Commission also support this.<00:35:54.800><c>
Keywords: 1183, house
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 29th, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • And we just appreciate all the support of the family.
  • recruitment and retention of behavioral health specialists.
  • The judges are in support of this.
  • Vote 'nay' to support it. Clerk, will you open the roll?
  • I rise in support of this measure.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 29th, 2026 at 09:00 am

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Lord, we just ask that You watch over us in the seasons in our lives in the lives of those that support
  • And whereas Members of the Oklahoma Senate strongly support the efforts of Peace Over Violence and the
  • Meaningful change requires a shared commitment to accountability, prevention, and support for survivors
  • director, thank you all so much for the work that you do day in and day out to believe women and to support
  • It opens the door for public resources to support private and nonprofit operators with less transparency
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 29th, 2026

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • It provides comprehensive medical care and long-term services and supports.
  • recruitment and retention of behavioral health specialists.
  • The judges are in support of this.
  • I think that there's case law that supports this from across the country.
  • I want to stand in support of this. Thank you, Mr. President.
Summary: The Senate began with a quorum call, gallery introductions, and extended farewell remarks from Senator Jett, who reflected on his six years in the Legislature, his focus on representing constituents, protecting families, and holding government accountable. Several senators responded with personal tributes, praising his conviction, faith, family involvement, and willingness to ask difficult questions. No votes were taken during the farewell portion. The chamber then considered House Bill 2268, a PACE appropriation to support comprehensive care for low-income seniors and expand services in rural Oklahoma. The bill was amended to restore the title, advanced, and passed 34-9, then passed as an emergency measure 36-7. House Bill 3000, a cosmetology and barbering measure, made multiple changes including board reorganization, adding a human trafficking specialist and massage therapist, shifting some licensing functions to Service Oklahoma, and eliminating the massage therapy advisory board. It drew significant debate over process and policy, especially from senators concerned about late changes, lack of board input, and the human trafficking rationale; it passed 25-19 and then as an emergency 33-11. The Senate also passed House Bill 3043, allowing the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs to hire prorated seasonal staff for veterans homes, 37-6; House Bill 3066, creating a revolving fund for federal workforce training money for behavioral health recruitment and retention, 38-6 and as an emergency; and House Bill 3078, allowing donation options on state payment forms for the ODVA revolving fund, 45-0 and as an emergency. Additional measures passed included House Bill 3143, extending the moratorium on new medical marijuana business licenses to 2028, 39-7; House Bill 3144, capping medical marijuana commercial grower licenses at 2,550 after amendment, 34-12; House Bill 3244 on identity theft, 46-0; House Bill 3298 on child interview procedures in court cases, 46-0 and as an emergency; House Bill 3320, replacing the traditional sunset process with more immediate legislative review of agencies, 33-13 and as an emergency; House Bill 3321, requiring county data collection and reporting related to court costs and financial obligations, 45-0 and as an emergency; House Bill 3329, a trailer bill adding a repealer and a sunset for the Board of Psychological Examiners, 33-10 and as an emergency; House Bill 3431, expanding restrictions on foreign entities owning or leasing land and critical minerals, 43-0; House Bill 3464, setting safety and training requirements for certain projects involving fire code compliance and decommissioning, 43-0 and as an emergency; and House Bill 3499, expanding special judges’ authority over vehicle title orders, which was presented and advanced as the transcript ended.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

House Chamber - Fri Feb 20, 2026, 12:00PM HST - Day 19

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • In support, please proceed.
  • In support, please proceed.
  • </c> strong support for HB20 with comments. strong support for HB20 with comments.
  • </c> support with a brief comment. support with a brief comment.
  • </c> &gt;&gt; in support, please proceed. &gt;&gt; in support, please proceed.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Tourism and Gaming Working Group (TGWG) - Thu Feb 19, 2026 @ 4:00 PM HST

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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  • , familial support, to ask for help?
  • ,</c> treatment and recovery support, treatment and recovery support, um<01:28:59.840><c> product</c>
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HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

House Chamber - Thu Feb 19, 2026, 12:00PM HST - Day 18

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, may I respectfully ask for your support and humbly request your I vote.
  • Members, may I respectfully ask for your support and humbly request your I vote.
  • Members, may I respectfully ask for your support and humbly request your I vote.
  • Members, may I respectfully ask for your support and humbly request your I vote.
  • Members, may I respectfully ask for your support and humbly request your I vote.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • We will not accept disruptive behavior or behavior that incites or threatens violence.
  • Gabriel in strong support. Thank you. Rita Xavier, Vice Mayor, City of San Pablo, in support.
  • The evidence supports SB 1379. Thank you. Anybody that wants to add on in support?
  • Freddie Contana, California Apartment Association, in support. Michael, I'm in support. In support.
  • Michael, in support. What?
Summary: The Assembly Local Government Committee heard a long agenda of local government, housing, transportation, and public safety bills. Early items included SB 762, which would give certain local governments a voter-approved path to seek additional local sales tax authority to address fiscal pressures; SB 1400, which would modernize Alameda Health System governance and give Alameda County more flexibility and oversight; and SB 1408, which would authorize Contra Costa County to place a renewal of its transportation sales tax on the ballot. Supporters for those bills included local officials, county representatives, labor groups, fire and police organizations, and transit advocates, while no organized opposition was presented on those measures in committee. The committee also heard SB 1272, which would give homeowners more time to correct certain inherited code violations and allow an affidavit process for buyers who did not know about the violation at purchase. The bill drew support from the California Apartment Association and opposition from code enforcement and county groups, who argued it would reduce local enforcement discretion and create health and safety risks. After questions about disclosure and enforcement, the committee approved SB 1272 as amended and re-referred it to Appropriations. SB 1055, dealing with procurement flexibility for Pajaro flood control and levee repairs, also passed as amended and was sent to Appropriations. Later, the committee approved SB 1379, which would separate the Riverside County Sheriff-Coroner and create an independent medical examiner system. The author and supporters argued the change was needed for transparency and independence in in-custody death investigations, while opponents raised labor, cost, and governance concerns; some opposition was softened after the author agreed to employee-protection amendments. The committee also passed SB 1172, limiting consultant compensation and adding transparency rules for local tax-sharing agreements, and several housing bills from Senator Grayson: SB 1003 on pro-housing infrastructure financing districts, SB 1014 on early disclosure of infrastructure requirements for housing projects, and SB 1169 on extending tentative vesting map validity. The committee took votes on consent items and later add-ons, with most measures passing on bipartisan or unanimous votes and several being re-referred to Appropriations or Housing and Community Development as appropriate.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
  • Almodovar was just here for technical support and advising.
  • that support there.
  • And this is another thing: that's how we're going to support that, right?
  • We have an administration that is supporting the Hispanic Education Act.
  • support.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Local Government Committee Jun 17th, 2026

Local Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • We will not accept disruptive behavior or behavior that incites or threatens violence.
  • Gabriel, and strong support. Thank you. Rita Xavier, Vice Mayor, City of San Pablo, support.
  • Anybody in the audience that wants to be added in support? See none. Is there any support?
  • The evidence supports SB 1379. Thank you. Anybody that wants to add on in support?
  • Michael, I'm whispering in support. ...in support.
Keywords: 988, house, all