Video & Transcript Research : 'majority voting'

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MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

2026 Legislative Session - Day Sixty Seven - Monday, May 11

Missouri House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Has everyone voted? The gentleman from Ripley County will record his vote.
  • Has everyone voted? Has everyone voted? The clerk will close the board and tally the vote.
  • Not with this vote, though. No salary will go up because of this vote.
  • As everyone voted, the clerk will close the board and tally the vote.
  • Has everyone voted?
Summary: The House opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then approved the House Journal for the 65th and 66th days, with the first journal approval passing by roll call 124-0. Members then offered several introductions recognizing interns and special guests, including a lengthy tribute to law enforcement officers who were wounded in the line of duty and the presentation of Capitol-flown flags to some of them. The chamber received committee reports from Fiscal Review recommending passage of several measures, including Senate Joint Resolution 87, Senate Bills 878 and 994, conference reports on House Bill 2818 and Senate Bill 973, and Senate Bill 1825. The House then took up House Bill 2818, a conference report dealing with annexation-related language for the St. Joseph Airport and added provisions affecting St. Charles and Jefferson counties. After debate about local control and development, the House approved the conference report 140-7 and then passed the bill 136-7. Members next considered Senate Bill 1825, which updates county salary commission schedules, removes sheriffs and prosecutors from salary commissions, and gives certain fourth-class counties additional time to transition to third-class status. After discussion about county pay, coroners, and local fiscal impacts, the House adopted the Senate substitute 109-35 and finally passed the bill 106-39. The House also approved House Committee Substitute for Senate Joint Resolution 87, the so-called constitutional sheriff resolution, after adopting a St. Louis City amendment clarifying the City of St. Louis sheriff provisions; the resolution passed 100-47. Finally, the House passed Senate Bill 878, which expands pharmacist authority for certain common ailments, emergency waivers, and behind-the-counter access to ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine, with a House amendment adding blood pressure cuff and opioid-alternative language; it passed 132-13. Senate Bill 903, addressing theft and vandalism involving telecommunications and critical infrastructure, also passed 137-5. The House then announced upcoming committee meetings, noted additional bills to be considered upon return, and adjourned until May 12, 2026.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Environmental Regulation Apr 17th, 2025

Environmental Regulation

Transcript Highlights:
  • These are a lot of the major ranches and people.
  • If we can vote out the bill, and we have the support to vote it out, I will show all of you the amendment
  • But we still are voting out the committee sub. That's correct. Okay, gotcha.
  • Almost voted that one. Lordy.
  • We may be calling for a formal vote.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • Representative Fister voted yes. Representative Freeland voted yes. Representative Hale voted yes.
  • Representative Moore voted yes. Representative Payne voted yes. Representative Pollock voted yes.
  • Representative Rurn voted yes. Representative Stalker voted yes. Representative Tate voted yes.
  • <00:46:33.480> vote<00:46:33.839> I'm all quickly explain my votes vote I'm all quickly
  • explain my votes vote I'm going<00:46:34.079> to<00:46:34.200> vote<00:46:34.400> Yes
Summary: The House Agriculture Committee first spent much of the meeting recognizing the large number of 4-H and FFA students and guests in attendance, with members from several counties introducing their groups and praising the programs for developing future agricultural and civic leaders. Comments emphasized the value of youth involvement in agriculture, leadership, and public speaking, and several members noted their own 4-H or FFA backgrounds. The committee then took up House Bill 356, and adopted a committee substitute before hearing testimony on the revised measure. House Bill 356, sponsored by Representative Carney, would create the Kentucky Urban Youth Agriculture Initiative, expanding the original urban farming concept into broader agricultural education, agribusiness, advocacy, and work-ready skills. The substitute removed the requirement that participants have access to farmland, lowered the age floor from six to five, broadened participation, and established a pilot program with implementation left to Cooperative Extension. Supportive testimony came from a 4-H student and Kentucky 4-H representatives, who described how the program helps youth explore many interests and removes barriers for urban students. Members from both parties praised the bill as a way to reach more youth and strengthen agricultural education. The committee approved House Bill 356 as amended by the committee substitute on a roll call vote, with all members present voting yes. The committee then heard House Bill 315 from Representative Sharp, a foreign adversary land bill intended to limit certain foreign entities’ ability to purchase Kentucky land. Before member questions, Tim Shank of the Kentucky Bankers Association testified in opposition to one section of the bill, saying banks already screen borrowers through federal systems and that Section 8’s reference to an Attorney General lien for “actual costs” was too vague. He warned the language could create uncertainty for mortgage holders and potentially affect credit availability for farmers. Representative Sharp said he had just learned of the concern and may need to work with the Attorney General’s office to address it. He also said the bill was largely the same as last year’s version, except for the removal of a leasing-related paragraph, and the committee began discussion of the bill after that testimony.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
  • vote.
  • I voted no on this bill because a large majority of the tribal nations on these reservations, we do not
  • I just vote the vote count. Okay. Then let's move to HB 2970. Yomani.
  • I just vote the vote count. Okay. Then let's move to HB 2970. Yomani.
  • Um, we'll note the vote.
Keywords: 1182, all
Summary: The caucus reviewed a long calendar of House bills across education, health, water, land, housing, labor, public safety, and taxation. Several measures dealt with artificial intelligence, including bills on AI disclosures for minors, AI-assisted divorce arbitration, an Arizona AI education program, AI privilege protections, and a required AI course in schools. Other topics included ESA administration funding, a prohibition on public money for certain foreign-controlled genetic sequencing devices, towing regulations, DUI and ignition interlock changes, health facility and nursing facility complaint timelines, internationally trained physicians, nurse anesthetist reimbursement, pharmacy penalties, childhood cancer research, cybersecurity encryption, school mental health instruction repeal, superintendent performance pay, adoption disclosures in student health settings, anti-Semitism in schools, and a range of water, land, and housing bills. Members frequently raised concerns about local control, unfunded mandates, constitutional issues, and the scope of state intervention. Several bills drew criticism for affecting school curriculum, public education, reproductive rights, protest activity, or tribal communities. Others were supported as technical fixes, consumer protections, or funding measures. The caucus also discussed a series of bills related to the Mexican gray wolf, state land management, solar and wind siting, groundwater transport, and rural development, with some members objecting that the proposals would undermine federal protections or tribal interests. A number of bills were pulled from consent for further discussion, including HB 2020, HB 2957, HCR 2044, HB 2352, HB 2667, HB 2906, HB 2093, HB 2386, HB 2481, HB 2830, HB 2076, HB 2411, HB 2136, HB 2665, and HB 2904. The meeting ended with an announcement of the Latino Caucus guest presentation and an emotional tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson, followed by presentation of an Affordability Award to Representatives Lorena Austin and Stephanie Simacek for work on economic justice and working families. The caucus then adjourned.
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Finance (04/03/2025)

Transcript Highlights:
  • This reflects all of your votes.
  • The vote is 14 to 1.
  • The vote is 14 to 1. Amendment 1474H to House Bill 1A is adopted. The vote is 14 to 1.
  • You voted on both the amendments.
  • The vote is 14 to 1.
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The House Finance Committee met for final approval of HB 1 and HB 2, with legislative budget staff Michael Kain reviewing the final amendment documents and surplus statements. Kain explained that HB 1474H and HB 1484H incorporated the committee’s prior votes and the Governor’s recommended sections, and he walked through the budget math for the general fund, education trust fund, Highway Fund, and Fish and Game Fund. He said the committee’s proposal remained balanced overall, though the current-year general fund showed a projected deficit that HB 2 would address by allowing a possible rainy day fund transfer if needed. He also noted that the committee’s revenue estimates were below the Governor’s, requiring reductions and adjustments to appropriations and lapse assumptions. Members discussed the rainy day fund provisions, including a section in HB 2 that suspends existing restrictions so a transfer can be made if the deficit materializes. Kain said the committee’s approach differed from the Governor’s because the state was not below the overall revenue plan, and the fiscal committee would retain a role in determining any transfer. He also summarized that the Highway Fund would end with about a $13 million balance and Fish and Game with about $3 million, both without additional general fund support. The committee then adopted two amendments to HB 2 unanimously: Amendment 1473H, a technical cleanup to the Group 2 retirement seven-year rule, and Amendment 1482H, a technical correction to the recreational services language. Amendment 1484H, which incorporated those changes into HB 2, was adopted on a 14-1 vote after minority members objected to the bill’s broader cuts and policy changes, including reductions to state agencies, health and human services, and education-related provisions. The committee also adopted Amendment 1474H to HB 1A on a 14-1 vote after similar debate over budget reductions, vacancies, university funding, and school spending limits. Finally, the committee voted 14-1 to report HB 1A and HB 2 as amended as ought to pass, with the minority voting no and the committee planning a full House presentation the following week.
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session-Day 10, February 20, 2026-PM

Wyoming Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • closing vote. closing vote. Vote<00:58:06.000> closed. Vote closed. Vote closed.
  • >> Closing vote. Vote closed. >> Closing vote. Vote closed.
  • Closing vote. Vote closed.
  • Having received the affirmative vote of the majority of the members elected to the Senate, Senate File
  • the affirmative vote of the<03:59:41.600> majority<03:59:41.840> of<03:59:42.000> the
Keywords: 916, all
AR

Arkansas 2026 1st Special Session

ARKANSAS LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL (ALC) Mar 20th, 2026

ARKANSAS LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL (ALC)

Transcript Highlights:
  • I would ask for a separate vote on that.
  • I'm just asking that we take a separate vote.
  • And anybody else who wants to be can vote. I'm just asking for a separate vote. Is that a part?
  • That and anybody else who wants to be, they can vote. I'm just asking for a separate vote.
  • Is it to hold it or just to get— Just to have a separate vote.
Summary: The council opened with a prayer, approved the prior meeting minutes, and received the February 2026 Monthly Revenue Report from Carlos Silva of the Bureau of Legislative Research. He reported gross revenues of $5.36 billion and net collections of $4.5 billion, both above the prior year to date, and said the updated forecast now shows a larger expected surplus. Members asked about declines in some tax categories, natural gas severance fee fluctuations, inflation, and economic development incentives; Silva attributed several changes to timing, refunds, tax cuts, weather, and price volatility, and generally described the state’s revenue trend as positive. The Executive Committee, Administrative Rules, Claims Review, Game and Fish, Higher Education, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Medicaid studies, Occupational Licensing Review, State Insurance Programs Oversight, and other subcommittee reports were adopted. The Medicaid studies report drew extended discussion about DHS staffing and contract nursing costs at state hospitals and human development centers; DHS officials said they were working on a recruitment and retention plan, reported significant vacancies and turnover, and said the state was not at risk of overspending the contracts. Several members urged reducing reliance on contract labor and moving staff onto state payrolls. The Review Subcommittee report prompted questions about a Department of Public Safety aircraft maintenance item and a Department of Shared Administrative Services contract for Deloitte to implement performance and goals management software tied to the state’s new personnel system. After discussion, the aircraft maintenance item was held briefly and then withdrawn from the hold, while the shared services contract was explained as a one-time integration/configuration project for a system that will support employee evaluations and performance-based pay; the report and the separate contract vote were approved. The Personnel Subcommittee also heard testimony from Commerce Secretary Hugh McDonald about reductions in force at the Division of Services for the Blind, which he attributed to funding shortfalls and fiscal mismanagement; members questioned the impact on blind and visually impaired clients, the status of board appointments, and whether federal funds could be at risk. The report was adopted with immediate consideration, and the meeting ended after filing the remaining APER report and adjourning.
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Health and Public Affairs Feb 13th, 2026 at 04:01 pm

Senate Health & Public Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • Because if I may ask, how many votes do we have on this commission?
  • Because if I may ask, how many votes do we have on this commission?
  • We only have two votes. They feel like in all the other states? Exactly. We only have two votes.
  • By a vote of 8 to 0, you have a do pass recommendation. Thank you, Madam Chair.
  • By a vote of 8 to 0, you have a do pass recommendation.
Bills: HB10, HB12, HB34, SB130, SM21
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • We also have items on our vote-only calendar, but we're going to be holding off on those items and voting
  • Well, the majority of the impact is felt in San Mateo County.
  • the Office of Voting Systems Technology Assessment.
  • Secretary of State over the Help America Vote Act and the Office of Voting Systems Technology Assessment
  • California already has existing voting systems. Those were implemented in 2014.
Keywords: 987, senate, all
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Government, Elections And Indian Affairs Feb 6th, 2026 at 08:32 am

House Government, Elections & Indian Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • I hate to vote against this memorial, I really do, but that term is just...
  • And so I hate to vote against this memorial, I really do, but that term is just something my constituents
  • She hit all the major talking points that we would have, and I think the key thing here is there are
  • It's specifying a two-thirds vote of the Legislature.
  • Seeing none, please show all present for voting in the affirmative.
Keywords: 996, all
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

ECD Public Hearing - Fri Mar 14, 2025 @ 10:00 AM HST

Economic Development & Technology

Transcript Highlights:
  • Vice Chair and Chair, vote aye. Any votes in opposition? Any votes with reservation?
  • Chair and Vice Chair vote aye. Any votes in opposition? Any votes with reservation?
  • Chair and Vice Chair vote aye. Any votes in opposition? Any votes with reservations?
  • Chair and Vice Chair vote aye. Any votes in opposition? Any votes with reservations?
  • Chair and Vice Chair vote aye. Any votes in opposition? Any votes with reservations?
Keywords: 910, house, all
Summary: The committee on Economic Development and Technology heard testimony on several measures, beginning with SB 1343, which would amend quorum requirements for the Small Business Regulatory Review Board. The board chair testified in support, saying it has been difficult to fill all seats and that using active seats for quorum would help the board function more effectively. No opposition or questions were raised, and the committee moved on. The committee then heard SB 1578, which drew mixed testimony. DBEDT supported the measure and the Attorney General suggested inserting preamble language from HB 1025 to provide historical context on the East-West Center. Austin Martin of the Libertarian Party of Hawaiʻi opposed the bill, arguing it could invite improper behavior, create loosely regulated satellite offices, increase foreign influence, and add competition for land ownership. The committee took no vote during the hearing. The bulk of the meeting focused on SB 1641, a measure to establish a Hawaiʻi film commission/authority and related funding and governance structure. DBEDT supported the intent and offered friendly amendments to clarify the distinction between film and media industries, while the Honolulu Film Office and labor representatives from IATSE, Teamsters, and Pride at Work supported the bill but urged changes. Their concerns centered on conflicts of interest, especially having producers on the commission, and they asked for more labor representation and clearer oversight rules. The Attorney General raised constitutional and special-fund concerns, saying the grant standards and special-fund language needed work. Committee members discussed renaming the entity as a Hawaiʻi Film Authority, broadening its scope beyond cultural production, adjusting the commission makeup, and clarifying funding sources, including the existing film and creative industries fund and the 0.2% rebate contribution. No final vote was taken in the portion provided, but members indicated the bill would need substantial revisions and an HD1.
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Children and Family Law (05/06/2025)

Transcript Highlights:
  • <01:21:13.520> I majority of parents do. I majority of parents do.
  • This amendment does two major things. This amendment does two major things.
  • A yes vote means you are in favor of this amendment. A no vote means you are not.
  • Representative Petrigno, I'll vote yes to protect our children and vote no.
  • to protect our children and vote no. to protect our children and vote no.
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The committee met in executive session on Senate Bill 72, a parental rights in education measure, and considered an amendment offered by Representative Raymond. Raymond explained that his changes were intended to narrow the bill so it would not force schools to act as “surveillance operatives” for parents, especially regarding older students, and to avoid requiring teachers to disclose private family matters such as a student’s sexual orientation or pronouns. He also struck the bill’s “clear and convincing” standard and replaced it with a lower “evidence” standard, arguing teachers should have some basis for concern but not a burden equivalent to terminating parental rights. He said the amendment was meant to preserve due process, avoid weaponizing the bill in civil disputes, and reduce the risk of lawsuits. Members then debated the scope of the bill and amendment. Supporters said schools should not withhold information about a child’s health, school environment, behavior, bullying, self-harm, or criminal conduct, and argued that parents have a right to know about serious issues such as mental health concerns, sexual assault, drug use, or other misconduct. Several members emphasized that teachers do not diagnose mental illness, but should report observable concerns and involve school administrators or counselors when necessary. Opponents argued the bill would chill communication between students and trusted adults at school, especially for children from dysfunctional or unsafe homes, and said it could force outing of gay or trans students and increase the risk of harm or self-harm. One member cited the Department of Education’s trusted-adult approach and said teachers are not covered by formal confidentiality rules in the same way as lawyers or doctors. The discussion included examples and hypotheticals about bullying, sexual assault, drug use, self-harm, gender dysphoria, and whether a teacher would have to tell parents if a student used different pronouns or a nickname. Raymond and supporters said the bill would require disclosure of serious safety concerns but not compel teachers to diagnose or pry into private matters. Opponents argued the bill’s language still sweeps too broadly and could force disclosure in situations where a student fears abuse or being kicked out at home. The transcript does not show a final vote on the amendment or bill in the excerpt provided.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Insurance Apr 2nd, 2025

Insurance

Transcript Highlights:
  • That is to address costs, and we think this is a major step toward that.
  • I'm not saying that the vast majority or even a majority of people who have transitioned are experiencing
  • Too young to vote or fully understand the consequences of these interventions.
  • I ask that you please vote yes on House Bill 778. Any questions for the witness?
  • We are a majority Hispanic, Mexican-American community.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • But of course, I would still encourage a yes vote.
  • <00:32:30.600> Um yes vote. Um yes vote.
  • Let's vote it down, please. Thank you. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
  • Let's vote it down, please. Thank you. Let's vote it down, please. Thank you.
  • I'm looking forward to voting for bill.
Keywords: 919, house, all
Summary: The committee heard Chair Bliss present HF 13, a bill to change Minnesota self-defense law so that a person using reasonable force in resisting an offense against the person would not be required to consider retreat. Bliss tied the proposal to a recent Minnesota Supreme Court case involving a man at a light rail station and argued the court had effectively created a duty to retreat that the legislature had never enacted. He said the bill would codify the right to stand one’s ground while still leaving reasonableness to judges and juries. Supporters Bryan Gosh of the NRA and Rob Door of the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus testified that Minnesota’s duty-to-retreat rules are confusing, judicially created, and out of step with other states. They argued the bill would clarify self-defense law and protect people who defend themselves or others, citing examples from other states and a Texas church shooting to argue that a retreat requirement can endanger victims and bystanders. Opponents Maggie Emery of Protect Minnesota, Sarah Erickson of Giffords, and Don Einwalter of Moms Demand Action argued the bill would function as a “shoot-first” law, increase homicides, worsen racial disparities, and make communities and law enforcement less safe. They cited studies linking stand-your-ground laws to higher homicide rates and pointed to incidents in Florida and Minnesota involving firearms and children. The committee also took up two amendments. Representative Hollins offered an amendment on safe and secure firearm storage, saying it was intended to reduce child access to guns and suicides; she requested a roll call. Chair Bliss opposed it, saying current law already covers negligent storage and that the amendment was too broad, including for a rural constituent who keeps a shotgun by his door. Representative Hudson and Representative Pinto argued over whether current law is sufficient and whether the amendment would remove needed flexibility. The transcript ends during discussion of the amendments, with no final vote or disposition recorded.
NY

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Standing Committee on Housing, Construction and Community Development - 02/25/2026

Housing, Construction, and Community Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • Any negative votes? Any votes to advance with our recommendation? The bill is reported.
  • Any negative votes?
  • Any negative votes? Any votes to advance with our recommendation? Minority AWR.
  • Any negative votes? No.
  • Do I have any votes? Negative votes? The minority negative. And it's advanced.
Keywords: 993, senate, all
Summary: The Senate Housing, Construction, and Community Development Committee met on February 25 and took up a series of housing-related bills, many of which had previously passed the Senate or been reported by the committee in prior sessions. Measures advanced included bills on NYCHA utility accountability, a small rental housing development initiative, uniform waiting list priorities for domestic violence survivors, protections for dependent children named in eviction papers, expansion of veterans’ housing preferences, inclusion of illegal conversions in the definition of harassment, repeal of obsolete rent formula language, inspection of major capital improvement rent increases and rent stabilization extensions, a community land trust acquisition fund, and an affordable independent senior housing assistance program. Most were reported to finance, Codes, or the floor, typically with some minority negative or “without recommendation” votes noted. The committee then returned to Senate Bill 6718B, sponsored by Senator Jackson, which would eliminate certain surcharges landlords may charge when tenants install appliances in rent-regulated housing. A guest speaker, Mr. Umberto Lopez, argued the bill would further squeeze landlords, especially small property owners, and warned that rising costs and regulation could lead to more units being taken off the market or “warehoused.” Committee members asked about the bill’s practical effect, including whether tenants could install appliances only with landlord approval and how current surcharge amounts are calculated for air conditioners, washers, dryers, and dishwashers. The chair explained that the bill would remove the ability to charge those existing fees, which are intended to cover wear and tear and utility-related costs. After the discussion, the committee voted to report S6718B, with minority negative votes recorded. The chair also noted an upcoming housing budget hearing later that day and repeatedly emphasized time limits during the meeting.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Education Apr 28th, 2026

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • I mean, for the vote. I'm sorry. Could we have staff call the roll, please? I mean, for the vote.
  • Would you also explain the yes vote and the no vote?
  • Research at Tulane is a major driver of economic and workforce development in Louisiana.
  • Fourth, the bill would put Louisiana at a major disadvantage. You're out of time.
  • I understand this is a hard vote.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Investing in People / Supporting Small Businesses / New Senator Elected May 4th, 2025

Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • With just over 60% of the vote, Republican Carrie Heinsman was voted in via a special election to represent
  • With just over 60% of the vote, Republican Carrie Heinsman was voted in via a special election to represent
  • What other major redevelopment trends or needs are you hearing about?
  • What other major redevelopment trends or needs are you hearing about?
  • > trends<00:14:18.480> or What other major redevelopment trends or What other major redevelopment
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Corrections and Public Institutions Jan 12th, 2026 at 12:00 pm

Corrections and Public Institutions

Transcript Highlights:
  • It passed through the House—I'm not the House—passed through committee and was ready to go to a vote
  • I think the Department of Corrections said that they don't anticipate a major impact, but I think they
  • So I urge everybody to please vote for this. Thank you. Mr. Chairman, if I may.
  • That bill did pass the House by a wide bipartisan majority, but however, as I'm sure all of us know,
  • Of the prisons, including the two women correctional facilities, they do have these major job fairs,
Keywords: 959, house, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Insurance Committee Jun 24th, 2026

Insurance

Transcript Highlights:
  • I respectfully ask for your aye vote.
  • Please ask for your aye vote.
  • I'll call for a vote. All right.
  • Respectfully, I ask for your aye vote. Thank you.
  • We're supposed to request an aye vote.
Keywords: 987, senate, all
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Feb 12th, 2025

Military and Veterans Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • Veterans Affairs committees to be voted on. The candidate chosen then would be the commissioner.
  • I'm Chad Richmond, Major, US Army. 154.
  • They have a voting board now. Right, they have a voting board now.
  • The veterans vote for their board.
  • We may be voting on it; I don't know yet.
Bills: HB154, HB153, HB180, SB70