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• Do pass as amended to the Judiciary Committee; El Huver, Happen, Ransom.
• The most recent amendments.
• I just wanted to note that I appreciate the work on the amendments thus far.
• Thank you for accepting the committee amendments.
• We're really down to one amendment.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Then the bill is amended. Mr.
• This does as an amendment, please. Mr.
• And the amendment, please. Mr. Chair, I move that the amendment in your name be adopted.
• The bill is amended. Mr.
• And the amendment, please. Mr. Chair, I move that the amendment in your name be adopted.

Bills: HB2010, HB2192, HB2199, HB2279, HB2310, HB2459, HB2501, HB2555, HB2690, HB2693

Keywords: digital goods, advertising, ownership, license, consumer protection, refund policies, streaming services, minors, content creators, online platforms, compensation, trust accounts, child protection, video content, privacy, employment, mobile homes, recreational vehicles, landlord tenant laws, tenant rights

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• 37:11.680> 291 1996-2 um also amending HRS section 291 1996-2 um also amending HRS section 291
• um adopting the recommended amendments um adopting the recommended amendments<01:00:47.760> from<
• amendments.
• amendments.
• technical pass with amendments technical amendments<01:02:29.480> um<01:02:30.160> kind

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several transportation-related measures. SB 282 would increase penalties for using an uncrewed aircraft, or drone, in the commission of a felony. The Honolulu Department of the Prosecuting Attorney strongly supported the bill, saying drones are being used to facilitate crimes such as burglaries, sex offender registration violations, and even murders, and that the measure would create a stronger deterrent and address sentencing issues. Members discussed how drone use could be investigated and noted that a prior Uncrewed Aircraft Offenses Act already covers a range of drone-related offenses. Testimony also included support from a Kauaʻi County Council member and the Office of the Public Defender, and the bill was then set aside as the committee moved on. The committee also heard SB 1032 on campaign finance, which would amend restrictions on foreign nationals and foreign corporations making contributions and expenditures. Testimony was listed in support from labor, civic, and advocacy groups, with some opposition, but the measure was not debated further in the portion provided. SB 1160, a consumer protection bill on ticket resale, drew support from venues and event groups and opposition from the Chamber of Progress, which argued the bill should target scalpers and deceptive practices rather than legitimate resale platforms. The Attorney General suggested an amendment to limit the bill’s scope to Hawaiʻi events, citing Commerce Clause concerns. On SB 344, requiring skateboard users under 16 to wear helmets, the Department of Transportation, Honolulu Police Department, and the Kiki Injury Prevention Coalition supported the measure. SB 106, which would let pedestrians cross outside marked crosswalks when a reasonably careful pedestrian would see no immediate danger, drew mixed testimony: public health and equity advocates supported it as a safety and anti-profiling measure, while others opposed it, warning it could increase danger on wider, faster roads. Committee members questioned whether Hawaiʻi’s current law is more dangerous because pedestrians must step into the roadway before drivers are required to stop, and the discussion continued at length without a final vote in the excerpt. The committee also heard SB 10009 on accessible parking fines, with DCAB and DAGS supporting the intent; a member asked that any new fine revenue go to the state parking revolving fund. SB 820, shortening the vehicle title transfer deadline from 30 days to 14 days, drew opposition from the Public Defender and Honolulu Customer Services, who said the current deadline is reasonable and the bill did not clearly solve a problem. Later measures included SB 1095 on license plate decal restrictions, SB 215 on towing and immobilization fees, and SB 1117 on electric mobility rebates and age/helmet rules, which received support from transportation and safety groups, though the transcript cuts off before any final actions or votes on those bills.

Transcript Highlights:

• The clerk will read the amendment. Amendment Number A, 3543.
• Senate Bill 469 will go over in its order as amended.
• I rise to offer Amendment A-3794 to Senate Bill 362.
• The clerk will read the amendment. Amendment A-3794. Will the Senate agree to the amendment?
• Senate Bill 362 will go over in its order as amended. Will the Senate agree to the amendment?

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer by Senator Anthony H. Williams and the Pledge of Allegiance, then received gubernatorial communications and a long list of newly referred Senate and House bills and resolutions. The chamber approved the April 22, 2026 journal by a 49-0 vote. Senators also introduced guests, including a high school senior advisory council visiting with Senator Malone and a young guest welcomed by Senator Costa. On the floor, several bills were taken up and either set aside or advanced. Senate Bill 1377 and Senate Bill 482 were re-referred to Appropriations, Senate Bill 906 was re-referred to Rules and Executive Nominations, and Senate Bills 1133, 1334, and 1368 were also sent to Appropriations. Senator Dush requested a conflict-of-interest ruling on an amendment to Senate Bill 469; the chair ruled no conflict existed and required him to vote, and the amendment was adopted. The Senate also took Senate Bill 127 from the table and placed it on the calendar. The Senate then considered Supplemental Calendar Number One. Senate Bill 362 received a technical amendment and was advanced; Senate Bill 1183 passed 50-0; Senate Bill 1352, which would allow qualifying substance use disorder treatment providers to receive two-year licenses, passed 45-5 after supportive remarks from Senators Brooks, Tartaglione, and Street; and House Bill 1877, codifying the Pennsylvania seal of biliteracy, passed 50-0 after Senator Lindsey Williams described its student-led origins. The session ended with committee announcements for the next day and Senator Tartaglione’s petition urging a floor vote on the House-passed minimum wage bill, House Bill 2189.

Transcript Highlights:

• But I have an amendment, and I'd like to pass out the amendment, to put some belt and suspenders, just
• Wilson, could you read in Amendment 3875? Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Members, this is Amendment 3875.
• We would also like to see the bill amended to state that any litigation... ...amended to state that any
• And I do have amendments.
• Members, this is Amendment Set 3848-38-48.

Bills: SB480, HB621, HB637, HB804, HB841, HB1056

Keywords: fishing gear, Oyster Bayou, shrimping, regulation, marine resources, HB621, Act 658, renewable energy, recycling, decommissioning, wind energy, solar power, solar facilities, wind turbines, energy infrastructure, end-of-life disposal, universal waste, recyclable materials, waste reduction, Department of Environmental Quality

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• Would like to bring up an amendment.
• On the amendment, Senator Goodwin is recognized for a question on the amendment.
• Further questions on the Amendment, Senator Goodwin, for a question on the amendment.
• Will there be debate on the amendment? Userri to was closed to debate on the amendment.
• The amendment is adopted. We're back on the bill as amended.

Bills: SB1966, SB175, SB1475, SB1950, SB2049, SB2052

Keywords: memorial highways, bridge designations, Oklahoma Statutes, commemorative markers, transportation, uninsured vehicles, reimbursement fund, towing services, commercial vehicles, public safety, memorial, infrastructure, dedication, Toby Keith, aviation, aircraft, surveillance, regulations, fees, Oklahoma statutes

Transcript Highlights:

• We do have an amendment.
• Oh, no, they're the same. 234-008.1 is the amendment.
• I'm done with the amendment. Any other questions on the amendment?
• Chair, as amended. As amended. Senator Brandt. Thank you. Our parliamentaries.
• These are like amendments to change it.

Bills: SB190, HB247, HB8

Keywords: cancer treatment, revenue bonds, Gila Regional Medical Center, Nor-Lea General Hospital, healthcare funding, capital outlay, capital projects, appropriations, reversion, encumbrance, reauthorization, reappropriation, general fund, capital development and reserve fund, tribal infrastructure project fund, Department of Finance and Administration, DFA, state board of finance, severance tax bonds, tax-exempt bonds

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• Are there any amendments? There are no amendments. Is there any public testimony?
• That is the amendment. Members, are there questions on the amendment?
• Are there questions on the amendment? Is there any public testimony on the amendment?
• Debate on the amendment? Debate on the amendment?
• Let's show the amendment is adopted. We're now on the bill as amended.

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• And that amendment was not accepted.
• And that amendment was not accepted.
• She would then move the amendment, describe the amendment, and then we would go to questions on the amendment
• the proposed DE amendment. the proposed DE amendment.
• amendment, describe the amendment,<00:04:30.120> and<00:04:30.280> then<00:04:30.920><

Keywords: 1183, house

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• The measure is with amendments.
• Technical and amendments there's Technical and non-substantive<00:25:16.840> amendments<00:25
• as non-substantive amendments as well as the<00:25:18.640> Amendments<00:25:19.640> um
• <00:25:48.279> of pass sc76 and sr59 with amendments of pass sc76 and sr59 with amendments
• Technical and non-substantive amendments Technical and non-substantive amendments any<00:29:13.320>

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Committee on Water and Land met on March 21, 2025, and considered several resolutions related to water resources, coastal management, and energy planning. On SCR 42/SR 27, which urged DLNR’s Division of Forestry and Wildlife to prioritize restoration and protection of additional wetlands and anchialine ponds, DLNR supported the measure and suggested a technical correction changing a reference from the Division of Agriculture to the Division of Aquatic Resources. Testimony from Hā‘ena Reef and Ocean Coalition, Maui Ocean Center, and individuals was in support. The committee recommended passage with technical and non-substantive amendments. The committee also heard SCR 54/SR 36, which would create a desalination planning task force to study whether large-scale desalination for potable water is feasible. DLNR and CWRM said the proposal was a large undertaking and raised capacity concerns, noting the Board of Water Supply was already moving forward with its own desalination planning. BWS testified in support, saying its project was still in planning and design, with construction not expected until late 2027 or 2028, and that the project would produce about 1.7 million gallons per day to supplement Ewa’s water supply. Members discussed whether the task force might duplicate existing work and noted the measure focused on consumption rather than other desalination uses. The committee ultimately recommended passage with technical and non-substantive amendments. For SCR 59/SR 43, which asked DLNR, the Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation, and the Kaho‘olawe Island Reserve Commission to work together on maintaining the Kihei ramp, DLNR reported ongoing collaboration and listed prior improvements including paving, washdown work, dredging, and a retaining wall. The committee recommended passage with technical and non-substantive amendments. On SCR 106/SR 87, which requested a study of which energy sector could be most quickly and cost-effectively decarbonized through public investment in combustion-free alternatives, OPSD said the State Energy Office had already completed a decarbonization study under Act 238 (2022) and a follow-up alternative fuels analysis, and suggested the resolution duplicated existing work. Energy Justice Network testified in support, arguing the proposal would build on prior studies by focusing on non-combustion options such as wind, solar, and storage. Despite support from several organizations and individuals, the committee deferred the measure indefinitely. The committee also passed SR 18 as is, passed SC 51/SR 33 as is, deferred SC 47, and passed SC 76/SR 59 with amendments.

Transcript Highlights:

• Please pass SB 897 SD3 HD1 with our proposed amendments.
• Please pass SB 897 SD3 HD1 with our proposed amendments.
• <02:08:25.880> Vice okay okay that's all the Amendments Vice okay okay that's all the Amendments
• amendments so that Section 10 of the Attorney General's proposed amendments has an effective date of
• Chair's recommendation is to adopt PU's proposed amendments, but for the first proposed amendment, make

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several measures, beginning with SB 48 SD2 HD1 relating to combat sports. The Attorney General offered a technical comment on the bill’s effective date, and several testifiers from the combat sports community strongly supported the measure with amendments. They argued that boxing and MMA should be treated separately, that the current regulatory structure has made events too costly and reduced opportunities, and that more local oversight would help revive the sport and give youth a constructive outlet. Committee members questioned whether the bill’s medical staffing requirements would apply to boxing, MMA, or both, and whether the added requirements would increase costs and reduce access. The witness from the combat sports community said amateur boxing is already regulated through USA Boxing, that the DCCA should focus on professional boxing, and that for safety he would support two physicians and one ambulance for boxing and MMA events. The committee then took up SB 117 SD2 HD1 relating to transportation. The Department of Transportation and the Ulon Initiative testified in support, and the bicycling community was listed as supporting as well. Members focused on the bill’s rebate program for electric transportation devices, asking how successful it had been and whether removing the rebate would affect use. DOT said the program began in February 2023 and had issued about 500 rebates totaling roughly $166,000, aimed at helping people without vehicles access transportation options. The department explained that the bill would broaden access and increase the rebate amount, including additional assistance for low-income applicants. Finally, the committee heard SB 897 SD3 HD1 relating to energy and wildfire liability. The Division of Consumer Advocacy, the Public Utilities Commission, the Attorney General, Clearway Energy Group, Ulon Initiative, Kawai K, IBEW Local 1260, and Hawaiian Electric all testified in support, while the Hawaii Association for Justice was listed as opposed but not present. Supporters said the bill would help finance wildfire mitigation and infrastructure improvements through securitization, reduce wildfire risk, and address utility cost and credit concerns. Hawaiian Electric emphasized that the bill is forward-looking, would help protect customers from future wildfire-related cost increases, and requested amendments including a study on a future wildfire recovery fund. In questioning, members pressed Hawaiian Electric on the liability cap, asking whether it would have applied to the Maui wildfires and whether it would cover personal injury or wrongful death; the witness and company counsel clarified that the aggregate cap applies only to qualifying property damage, not personal injury or wrongful death, and said they would follow up on how the cap would calculate in a Maui-type event. Hawaiian Electric also said it would seek financing under the bill if enacted and updated members on settlement funding efforts, including raising the first $550 million in equity and divesting assets to help meet its obligations.

Transcript Highlights:

• Senator Lucero, report your amendment to the amendment.
• Any other amendments? Members, I know we're waiting for one amendment.
• Any other amendments? Members, I know we're waiting for one amendment.
• . amendment. amendment.
• This is the A11 amendment. amendment. amendment.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• bill as amended we uh on the amend the bill as amended we only<00:02:00.560> uh<00:02:00.960>
• in the current amendment. Senator Green. in the current amendment. Senator Green.
• I first have the A6 amendment. I would like to the A6 amendment.
• amendment?
• little bit about the A6 six amendment? little bit about the A6 six amendment?

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• We'll be accepting committee amendments.
• We had an opposed-and-less-amended position, but are now moved to neutral based on the Senator's amendments
• We had an opposed and less amended position, but are now moved to neutral based on the Senator's amendments
• It's an opposed unless amended.
• I will be accepting the committee amendments today.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Are the amendments ready?
• Are the amendments ready? >> Yes, yes, yes, there are amendments coming.
• amendment uh fails. amendment uh fails.
• Remove lines 29 through 33 on page two. the amendment. Amendment the amendment.
• this amendment. this amendment. >> All<01:09:56.719> right.

Keywords: 920, all

Summary: The Alabama Senate convened with prayer, the pledge, and a roll call establishing a quorum of 34 senators present. The chamber then received a House message referring House Bill 1 on primary elections to the Committee on County and Municipal Government, and moved to Senate Bill 1, also dealing with primary elections and tied to ongoing court action over Alabama’s legislative maps. Senator Elliott explained SB 1 as a prospective measure meant to set up a special election if federal courts lift injunctions on the state Senate districts, while opponents argued the bill was being rushed and could disrupt voters, candidates, absentee voters, and election administration. Much of the debate focused on whether the bill would effectively change election rules too close to an election and whether it conflicted with a 2022 statewide amendment requiring election-related changes to take effect at least six months before a general election. Supporters said the bill simply preserves the legislature’s enacted maps and responds to recent court rulings, while opponents said it could disenfranchise voters, especially military, elderly, absentee, rural, and Black voters, and that the underlying litigation and federal Voting Rights Act issues remained unresolved. Several members also referenced a Brennan Center report and broader concerns about racial turnout gaps and minority representation in Alabama. Senator Coleman offered an amendment to give the state discretion rather than mandate a special election, arguing it would better align with the current court order; the Senate rejected it on a roll call vote, 8 yeas to 25 nays. Senator Vivian Figures then offered a notice-focused amendment requiring adequate public notice before any election changes, arguing that voters need time to learn new dates, polling places, deadlines, and ballot information; that amendment also failed on a roll call vote, with the clerk announcing it did not pass. The transcript ends with further discussion beginning after the failed amendment votes.

Transcript Highlights:

• I URGE ALL OF MY COLLEAGUES SUPPORT OF H.R. 980, AS AMENDED.
• I rise today in support of H.R. 658, as amended.
• I RISE TODAY IN SUPPORT OF H.R. 658, AS AMENDED.
• BOSS, TO SUSPEND THE RULES AND PASS H.R. 980, AS AMENDED.
• >> H.R. 980, A BILL TO AMEND TITLE 38, UNITED STATES CODE, H.R. 980, a bill to amend title 38,

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, February 2, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• proposed by the House and has agreed to the amendments proposed to the noted Senate bill.
• option and in the committee amendments option and in the committee amendments that<00:31:37.279>
• <00:37:29.680> and disagreeing to the Senate amendments and disagreeing to the Senate amendments
• <00:40:24.320> to the intent to agree to the amendments to the intent to agree to the amendments
• <00:45:27.839> Senate<00:45:28.240> concurrent amended Senate concurrent amended Senate

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• are requesting one small tiny amendment are requesting one small tiny amendment on<00:31:17.360>
• Chair's recommendation is to pass with amendments. Any members voting with amendments?
• So, chair's recommendation is to pass with amendments. Um, we're just going to add amendments.
• . amendments. amendments.
• Any members voting with amendments.

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• Let's go to the amendment.
• Are there any questions on the amendment?
• All in favor of the amendment, say aye. Aye. Opposed, nay. The amendment is adopted.
• So, back on the bill as amended. Now are there any questions on the bill as amended?
• Is there any debate on the bill as amended? Seeing none.

Bills: S1182, S1594

Keywords: veterans, military spouses, business incentives, tax exemptions, economic development, veteran benefits, minor clients, financial assistance, education services, Department of Children and Families, Department of Health

Summary: The Senate Committee on Military, Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security met with a quorum present and took up two bills. SB 1594, by Senator Gates, would change how veterans’ benefits received on behalf of foster youth are handled so the funds are not used to offset foster care costs, but instead are preserved for post-secondary education or aftercare services when the youth leaves foster care. The bill drew one supportive appearance from Victoria Zep of Family Support Services, had no debate, and was reported favorably by a unanimous roll call vote. Senator Sharief later asked to be recorded as a yes vote on the bill. The committee then considered SB 1182, by Senator Jones, which creates the Florida Veterans and Military Spouses Business Development Act to provide fee relief and tax incentives for veteran-owned and military spouse-owned businesses. The committee adopted Jones’s strike-all amendment, which added information-sharing and verification provisions, refined the tax exemptions, and broadened eligibility for fee waivers and sales tax relief. After no questions or debate, the amended bill was reported favorably by unanimous vote. The committee also held a confirmation hearing for three appointees—Matthew Bacchano, Tim Thomas, and Belinda Kaiser—and recommended confirmation on all three in one vote. The meeting concluded with several members offering remarks praising Chair Wright’s long service and leadership on veterans’ issues, followed by adjournment.

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• We're going to take up Amendment 794384. Senator, you're recognized to explain the amendment.
• That is the amendment, Madam Chair. Are there any questions on the amendment?
• That is the amendment, Madam Chair. Are there any questions on the amendment?
• Any other questions on the amendment? Are there any appearance forms for the amendment?
• All in favor of the amendment say aye. Aye. All opposed say nay. The amendment is adopted.

Summary: The Committee on Education Postsecondary considered several items. First, it took up SB 1694 on technology education, which would revise postsecondary general education standards to incorporate technology-related instruction, including computer science and artificial intelligence concepts. An amendment was adopted that shifted the bill away from creating a sixth core requirement and instead required technology-integrated core courses to include digital literacy, AI applications, and related topics such as software engineering, networks, databases, and cybersecurity where applicable. The amendment also added guidance for high school computer science courses that include AI, emphasizing critical evaluation, limitations, and ethical use. After brief discussion, the committee voted to report CS for SB 1694 favorably. The committee then approved confirmation of the appointments on Tabs 1 through 2 by a single favorable vote. Next, it considered SPB 7038, a proposed committee bill on postsecondary education and workforce development covering tuition and fee policies, consumer protections, career and technical education, student acceleration, and institutional operations. Senator Berman asked about changes to CIE licensure/jurisdiction and dual enrollment expansion; the sponsor said the bill affects institutions rather than individual courses and is intended to expand student options without necessarily increasing enrollment or funding needs. A Florida Dental Association representative testified in information only, urging preservation of the existing exemption for dental assisting programs from CIE oversight. The committee adopted a motion to submit the proposal as a committee bill and then reported SPB 7038 favorably. The meeting concluded with no further business and adjournment.