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WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Rules Committee Feb 4th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- This bill will essentially make Washington an enactment state for the Uniform Act on the Prevention and
- This bill will essentially make Washington an enactment state for the Uniform Act on the Prevention and
- licensure for those who have graduated from universities overseas.
- It also tasks the Washington State School Directors' Association with developing a model policy, as well
- of Washington to do something that is constitutionally recognized.
Summary:
The Senate took up a proposed consent calendar package and advanced it to the consent calendar by voice vote, with remarks noting the measures had broad agreement, no con testimony, and support from chairs and ranking members. Members also briefly noted that many of the items in the package were minority-party bills.
The chamber then advanced a long series of bills from the white sheet to the floor or second reading calendar, generally without opposition. Topics included HIV antiviral drug coverage without prior authorization (SB 6183), limits on carrier refund requests to providers (SB 6071), extending limits on replacing jobs with fully automated equipment (SB 5995), medically tailored meals under Apple Health (SB 5966), earned wage access services (SB 5328), financial aid outreach for high school seniors (SB 5841), campaign finance reporting timing (SB 5840), a tourism promotion program (SB 6061), wage enforcement flexibility for Labor and Industries (SB 6058), workforce development changes (SB 5931), collective bargaining for language access providers (SB 5944), compensation petitions for wrongfully convicted persons (SB 5520), court safety background checks for judges and staff (SB 6011), liability protections for donated baby items (SB 6087), clean energy procurement for consumer-owned utilities (SB 6076), non-opioid pain treatment coverage (SB 5916), technical land-use changes involving aquifer recharge areas (SB 6016), human trafficking remedies and business liability (SB 5936), collegiate sports wagering limits in tribal casinos (SB 6137), pathways to medical licensure for overseas graduates (SB 5185), AI and surveillance limits in K-12 discipline and safety decisions (SB 5956), fetal death definition changes (SB 6025), permanent direct-appeal procedures for environmental and land-use cases (SB 6009), allowing unattended vehicles to idle briefly to protect pets (SB 5833), dementia education materials from the Department of Health (SB 6161), asbestos training rules (SB 6188), negligent driving changes tied to excessive speeding (SB 5890), abortion medication reimbursement changes in corrections settings (SB 5917), a Growth Management Act exemption repeal for one county (SB 5820), initiative and referendum process protections related to money in signature campaigns (SB 5973), a federal wildfire response memorial (SJM 8015), juice grapes under agricultural marketing rules (SB 5816), workers’ compensation rate transparency (SB 6136), and a real estate marketing transparency bill (SB 6091).
Most motions passed by voice vote with little debate, though a few drew brief support or opposition. Senator Braun opposed the bill extending the prohibition on replacing jobs with fully automated equipment, and Senator Short opposed the bill on initiative and referendum financing and the bill removing a county-specific Growth Management Act exemption. The meeting ended after no further business was raised and the committee adjourned.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- Alpha Kappa Alpha legislative reception is at 5:30 p.m. next to Alabama State University Stadium.
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- </c> University Stadium. University Stadium.
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- in this state.
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- Number one is Arkansas State University with Fennell Purifoy Architects.
- This is Amendment One to an existing contract for the Historic Washington State Park Presbyterian Church
- Rasko this is amendment one to an existing contract for the historic Washington State Park Presbyterian
- Blanchard Springs State Park and then number 21 is with the University of central Arkansas with Woods
- Number 16, Henderson State University, with GeoServices Incorporated.
Summary:
The committee first considered an $88,000 used tire program contract for District 4 with LTR Intermediate Holdings. Senators raised concerns that the tire district’s revised business plan had not yet been approved and that the contract could worsen cash flow before funding was confirmed. Questions were also raised about procurement language in the RFP that excluded bidders under corrective action plans. After discussion, a motion was made and approved to hold the contract until next month so the tire board could appear and answer questions.
Members then reviewed a large slate of methods of finance, alternative delivery projects, and discretionary grants. These included capital projects at ASU Mid-South, Arkansas Tech, Ozarka, UA Fayetteville, UA Little Rock, UAMS, and UCA; a new UCA multi-purpose arena project estimated at $75.5 million; and DHS and Department of Health grants for aging services, substance abuse prevention, mental health, nutrition, hearing-loss follow-up, HIV services, and rural hospital quality improvement. All of these items were reviewed without objection.
The committee also heard a ratification request from UAMS for a Family and Medical Leave Act outsourcing contract with FMLA Source. UAMS said an amendment had been prepared but never submitted for review, and payments continued after expiration; members expressed frustration and asked UAMS to review whether other contracts had similarly lapsed. The committee then reviewed numerous construction-related, intergovernmental, out-of-state, and in-state contracts, including airport economic impact study work, parking guidance technology at the University of Arkansas, veteran nursing services, and multiple DHS service contracts. Most items were reviewed without objection, and the meeting adjourned after reports of routine contract amendments and minor contracts were presented for information.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The state of the state. Respectfully submitted, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas. convened.
- The state of the state respectfully submitted Greg Abbott, governor of Texas.
- in the United States.
- Campbell's beautiful remarks that UTSA is a great university for the whole state and that we honor it
- Philanthropy is so important to this state.
Summary:
The Texas Senate convened with a quorum, heard the governor’s emergency message outlining priority issues for the session, including property tax relief, water supply and infrastructure funding, universal education savings accounts, teacher pay, career and technical education, creation of a Texas Cyber Command, and bail reform. The governor also submitted a State of the State message and several appointment nominations for Senate confirmation. The chamber then took up a series of ceremonial resolutions and recognitions for McAllen Day, UTSA and UT Health San Antonio Day, Wise County Day, and Houston East End Chamber of Commerce East End Day, along with visits from the Houston Realty Business Coalition, Cedar Creek Chamber of Commerce, Webb County/Laredo delegates, UT Dallas McDermott Scholars, Andrews County officials, and occupational therapy professionals and students.
Several senators spoke in support of the recognitions, highlighting local economic development, higher education, public health, and regional history. McAllen was praised for its growth, business climate, and cultural significance; Laredo and Webb County were recognized for trade, the Washington’s Birthday Celebration, and cross-border ties; UTSA and UT Health were commended for research, cybersecurity, and health science work; and UT Dallas scholars were recognized for academic achievement and public service. Wise County, the East End of Houston, and Andrews County were also described in terms of their economic contributions and community heritage.
The Senate adopted Senate Resolution 27 for McAllen Day and Senate Resolution 32 for UTSA and UT Health San Antonio Day without objection. It also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 11, which granted permission for either house to adjourn for more than three days between February 5 and February 11, by a recorded vote of 30 ayes and 0 nays. Additional resolutions listed on the calendar were adopted without objection, and the Senate recessed until noon on Wednesday, February 5.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Congressional Redistricting, Select Jul 24th, 2025
Congressional Redistricting, Select
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, January 7, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I rise today to celebrate $181 million in rural health care funding for the state of Washington.
- And $181 million of this rural health care fund will go to transforming Washington state.
- And as I prepare to part ways with Baby Jay, to my new Washington State colleague Emily Randall, I wanted
- Today I rise to celebrate the new football coach of Washington State University, Coach Kirby Moore.
- It's state and local governments that make these decisions, and they're bringing that to Washington,
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
February 3, 2026 - 08:00 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- David Collins, representing George Washington University, is also waiving.
- I'm director of a state agency, one of 5 in the state. We have a long name.
- There are CSSAs at the University of Florida, University of Miami, and Florida State University.
- Next up is David Collins representing George Washington University Program on Extremism.
- Bruce Bartlett: State Attorney for the 6th Circuit. Been State Attorney...
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The James Earl Rudder State Office Building was built in 1918, making it the first state office building
- And it is the only county in the state that has Secretary of State oversight.
- , to universities in the state of Texas.
- Universities are not, but local governments and other states leverage those as well to purchase IT products
- So it helps secure the entire state, including state agencies. I can appreciate that.
Bills:
SB 1
Keywords:
campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards
Summary:
The committee began with Article I budget items for the Secretary of State. LBB staff outlined recommendations that would reduce the agency’s appropriation by about $40.3 million, including changes to HAVA funding, removal of one-time business system replacement money, and a rider directing the agency to use Fund 5095 first. Secretary Jane Nelson and staff then defended several exceptional items, especially additional staffing for elections and business filings, a new website, digitization of records, cybersecurity tools, and renovation of the James Earl Rudder Building. Members focused heavily on election administration, cross-checking voter rolls, Harris County complaints, call-center response times, and whether online voter registration should be expanded. No votes were taken; the discussion was informational and budget-focused.
The committee then heard the Office of the Governor and trustee programs. LBB presented a recommended $2.4 million decrease for the governor’s office proper and a much larger decrease in trustee programs driven by one-time funding and unexpended balances, while still preserving major border security funding and victim assistance funding. Governor’s staff emphasized Texas’ economic growth, the importance of border security, and efforts to seek federal reimbursement for the roughly $11 billion Texas has spent on border operations. Members discussed whether shifting National Guard deployment to federal control could reduce state costs, and they also reviewed the music incubator program, the Governor’s University Research Initiative, and the semiconductor innovation consortium. Staff highlighted a $5 million late-added request for grants to protect nonprofits from violence and terrorism. Again, the exchange was largely explanatory, with no formal action.
Finally, the committee took up the Texas Facilities Commission and lease payments for revenue bonds. LBB recommended major reductions overall, including removal of border wall construction funding and capital complex bond funding, but added money for higher utility costs, renovation of the Rudder Building, and additional facilities staff. George Purcell also noted stable maintenance-and-renewal funding and new riders related to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission building, tenant communications, and space utilization. For lease payments, LBB recommended a smaller appropriation tied to revenue-bond costs allocated across agencies. The discussion was informational, with members asking about the Rudder Building renovation, border wall progress, and capital complex construction timelines; no votes were recorded.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, March 24, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- Keaton is a graduate of Henderson State University, a member of the Alpha Alpha fraternity, and a banker
- Keaton is a graduate of Henderson State University, a member of the Alpha Alpha fraternity, and a banker
- </c><02:11:20.000><c> of</c> human right in the United States of human right in the United States of
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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Welcome to your state capitol.
- States Air Force, Josh Schmidt from the United States Army, and Curtis Fowler from the U.S.
- In addition to being home to excellent educational institutions including Baylor University, Texas State
- Kitzman state it to you endlessly. Katie is one of the fastest in our state.
- Welcome to your state capitol.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- University of Vermont, I'm also eyeing. They have a good research institution.
- University of Vermont, I'm also eyeing. They have a good research institution.
- Do we know how many people we're talking about across the state? Mr.
- Representative John Schurz, District 9, Payette, Washington County. This bill is simple.
- We are currently the lowest in the Western states. I think the highest is Utah.
Summary:
The committee approved the minutes from Thursday, March 19, 2026, and then recognized Page Obregon for his service, with members thanking him and presenting a gift and signed card. Obregon spoke about college and law school plans and said his time with the committee had taught him a great deal about state and local government.
The main policy item was House Bill 614, which Rep. Brandon Mitchell said updates Idaho’s mental health and developmental disability laws. He and Nez Perce County Chief Civil Deputy Prosecutor Travis Hartshorn explained that the bill creates rebuttable presumptions and other procedures to better handle people found incompetent to stand trial but not restorable, expands coverage to neurocognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s and dementia, emphasizes least restrictive placement and treatment, and adds language related to sexual offenses and risk of harm. Members asked about the scope of the problem and local guardianship boards, and the committee voted to send HB 614 to the floor with a due pass recommendation.
The committee also heard Senate Bill 1330 as amended, presented by Sen. Cody Galloway and Rep. John Schurz, which would raise Idaho’s small claims court limit from $5,000 to $15,000. Supporters said the current limit is outdated because of inflation and that the higher cap would help small businesses and individuals resolve disputes without hiring attorneys. After brief discussion, including a question about whether claimants could file for less than the full amount owed, the committee voted unanimously to send SB 1330 to the floor with a due pass recommendation. The chair then stated the committee had concluded its work for the session, subject to being called back if needed.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jun 22nd, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- She is the executive director of student care and basic needs at Long Beach State University.
- This year, 247 spellers from every state were buzzing to arrive at Darh Constitutional Hall in Washington
- This year, 247 spellers from every state were buzzing to arrive at Darh Constitutional Hall in Washington
- Senator Sheila Kuehl was California's first openly gay state legislator.
- in over 40 states.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Tourism Mar 4th, 2026
Special Committee on Tourism
Transcript Highlights:
- teams from 17 states.
- Conference in Washington, D.C., at the formal banquet... ...colleges and schools of the United States
- Louis University in 1953.
- Missouri recognizes a state bird, flower, tree, animal, and even a state dinosaur.
- Missouri recognizes a state bird, flower, tree, animal, and even a state dinosaur.
Summary:
The Special Committee on Tourism met with 11 members present, established a quorum, and first went into executive session, where House Bill 2796 was voted do pass unanimously, 13-0. The committee then moved to public hearings.
House Bill 2307, sponsored by Rep. Hayden, would designate the Missouri Military Academy in Mexico as the official military academy of the state. The sponsor and supporters said the academy is active, nationally recognized, and important to tourism, recruitment, and the local economy. The academy president testified that it brings an estimated $20 million to $22 million in economic impact and employs 122 people, and other supporters, including alumni and staff, described its educational value and statewide visibility. Members asked about the closure of other military academies and whether the bill would bring tourism and help recruitment.
House Bill 3264, sponsored by Rep. Johnson, would make Kansas City the barbecue capital of Missouri. The sponsor highlighted Kansas City’s barbecue history, meatpacking roots, signature styles, and major restaurants and events. Members joked about Kansas City versus St. Louis barbecue and discussed possible promotion, but no opposition was offered. House Bill 3074, sponsored by Rep. Fountain Henderson, would designate April 30 as William Lacy Clay Sr. Day. The sponsor and NAACP testimony emphasized Clay’s civil rights leadership, long congressional service, and legacy of public service and education, with support also noting plans for community and school observances.
House Bill 1960, sponsored by Rep. Peters, would designate the smooth chanterelle as Missouri’s official state mushroom. The sponsor and a long list of witnesses from the Missouri Mycological Society, educators, and children testified that the mushroom is native, edible, easy to identify, ecologically important, and tied to Missouri’s hardwood forests and outdoor education. Members asked about safety, look-alikes, and whether it was hallucinogenic; witnesses said it is not psychoactive and is generally safe when properly identified. The chair closed by praising the testimony and indicating support for advancing the bill, and the committee adjourned after concluding the hearing on HB 1960.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions Mar 17th, 2026
Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions
Transcript Highlights:
- Most states, however, do not allow rent control and explicitly prohibit it, including about 32 states
- We are a rent-burdened state.
- When we moved to Massachusetts, I worked eight years at Bridgewater State University and four years at
- Northeastern University.
- It should be a universal right.
Bills:
H5008
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, December 12, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Bowie State University is not only Maryland's oldest HBCU.
- With her historic donations to Bowie State University, Morgan State University, and the University of
- Buoie State University school's history.
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WA
Transcript Highlights:
- And those are the most recent capital market assumptions, or CMAs, from the Washington State Investment
- State.
- And with that, we will hear from David Schumacher at the Washington State Investment Board, former Pension
- First, we have Michael Moran on behalf of the Washington State School Retirees and Candace Bach.
- I'm here today on behalf of the Washington State School Retirees Association.
Summary:
The Pension Funding Council met on October 8 with introductions from council members and staff, then received a detailed presentation from the Office of the State Actuary on long-term economic assumptions and the state pension systems’ financial condition. OSA reported that the combined pension systems are currently 100% funded on a smoothed basis, with open plans above 95% funded, and that legacy Plan 1 systems remain on a path toward full funding under current policy. The actuaries recommended updating assumptions to 3% inflation, 3.5% general salary growth, and a 7.25% investment return, while keeping Plan 1 membership growth at 1%. They also explained asset smoothing, the role of recent strong investment returns, and the expected budget impacts of the recommended changes. Representatives from the Economic and Revenue Forecast Council and the State Investment Board offered supporting perspectives, generally describing the assumptions as reasonable and consistent with their own outlooks.
The council also heard an overview of the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program (WACares) from DSHS and OSA. Program staff described the program’s social insurance structure, premium collection, benefit eligibility, and upcoming implementation milestones. OSA reported that the program’s first actuarial valuation showed a positive actuarial balance under the base scenario and recommended no change to the current 0.58% premium rate during the program’s early learning phase, noting that future changes would depend on experience and the program’s risk-management framework. OSA also said the recommendation would remain the same regardless of the outcome of the pending ballot measure affecting investment options.
During public comment, a representative of the Washington State School Retirees Association urged continued work on Plan 1 funding and related legislation, while the Association of Washington Cities cautioned against increasing pension assumptions in a way that could raise future employer costs and reduce flexibility for current local government services. In action, the council adopted a motion to maintain the current long-term economic assumptions by a 4-2 vote, adopted the recommendation to keep the WACares premium rate at 0.58% by a 6-0 vote, and then elected Katie Chapman as council chair by unanimous vote. The meeting then adjourned.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine stemming the tide of antisemitism in America. Mar 5th, 2025 at 09:15 am
Senate Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- The inaction of both university presidents and university administrators, along with inaction on the
- I do think some universities, like my own university, Tufts University, is doing a remarkable job of
- As we saw in other states.
- It is not an apartheid state.
- And it's wrong to call the state of Israel a colonial apartheid state.
Keywords:
anti-Semitism, hate crimes, college campuses, civil rights, public safety, protests, intimidation
Summary:
The committee meeting focused on addressing the rising tide of anti-Semitism across the nation. Among the discussions, members expressed concerns about the disturbing acts of hate witnessed on college campuses, with instances of harassment and intimidation targeting Jewish students being highlighted. High-profile incidents, including vandalism and the display of extremist symbols, prompted urgent calls for investigations and measures to protect civil rights. The importance of moral clarity in confronting such hate crimes was emphasized as well, outlining the responsibilities of leaders to ensure safety and uphold justice.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 40 (3-5-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- United States of America and to the United States of America and to the republic<00:02:48.879><c> for
- Senate Joint Resolution 116, directing the University of Kentucky, the University of Louisville, and
- Senate Joint Resolution 116, directing the University of Kentucky, the University of Louisville, and
- Senate Joint Resolution 116, directing the University of Kentucky, the University of Louisville, and
Summary:
The Senate convened, opened with an invocation and pledge, established a quorum, excused absent members, and approved the journal. The House clerk then announced that the House had passed several bills and requested concurrence. The chamber also received second-reading reports for a number of bills and resolutions, which were referred to the Rules Committee, and committee reports from the Economic Development, Tourism, and Labor Committee and the Judiciary Committee recommending passage of several measures. New resolutions were also introduced, including one honoring Michael Mingi, Amanda Maize, and Senator Maize Bledsoe, and another designating March 31, 2026, as Kentucky Transitional Science Day.
The Senate then took up Senate Bill 145, relating to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. The chamber concurred in House Committee Substitute 1 and House Floor Amendment 1, then passed the bill as amended by a roll call vote of 35 yeas and 2 nays. The Senate next considered Senate Bill 59, relating to prohibited uses of tax dollars and resources. After adopting Senate Committee Substitute 1, members debated whether the bill’s enforcement provisions were needed to prevent public funds from being used to influence ballot questions; supporters cited prior school-related advocacy, while one opponent raised concerns about possible uneven treatment of schools receiving federal funds. The bill passed 28-9.
Finally, the Senate took up Senate Bill 137, relating to a provisional license to practice medicine. Supporters described Kentucky’s physician shortage, especially in rural areas, and argued the bill would help recruit foreign medical graduates by allowing a path to licensure based on prior residency and work experience. A floor amendment was offered to preserve standards by emphasizing U.S. residency pathways and cautioning against lowering the standard of care, but the amendment was withdrawn after discussion. The bill remained under consideration at the end of the transcript.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- University.
- I'm not as expert or familiar with the federal tax credits as I am at the state level as a state policymaker
- You know, there's at least 27 states You know, there's at least 27 states, by my count, that have already
- Look at the other states. Like I told you, there’s already a majority of states that are doing it.
- And we heard in committee about the state not being made...” “...the state not being made whole.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- This is my first opportunity to be appointed to a state commission.
- This is my first opportunity to be appointed to a state commission.
- Serita Washington in support. Mary Ishii in support. Sarah Moriarity in support.
- be appointed to a state commission. Um be appointed to a state commission.
- Serita Washington<00:05:26.040><c> in</c><00:05:26.120><c> support.
Summary:
The Judiciary Committee held a Governor’s Message hearing on two nominations. For GM 750, Tracy Fujita was nominated to the Commission to Promote Uniform Legislation for a term ending June 30, 2030. Testimony in support came from several officials and commission members, including the Deputy Attorney General, Maui Behavioral Health Resources CEO Nicole Hokoana, Maui Council Chair Alice Lee, and Uniform Law Commission members. Fujita said her county-level legislative law background at the Department of Corporation Counsel and Office of Council Services would help her serve, and she expressed particular interest in health care legislation. For GM 778, Jessica Schafer was nominated to the Commission on the Status of Women for a term ending June 30, 2030. Support testimony came from Commission Executive Director Yasmin Chaney and multiple others. Schafer said her background includes prosecuting domestic violence cases, working in a human trafficking clinic, investigating sexual misconduct in higher education, and leading gender-based violence programming at the University of Hawaii; she said she is especially interested in sexual and gender-based violence issues but is open to broader commission work.
After questioning, the committee moved to decision-making on both nominations. The chair recommended advise and consent for each, and the committee adopted both measures without any no votes or reservations. The meeting then adjourned.