Video & Transcript Research : 'voting process'
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NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Criminal Justice and Public Safety (01/22/2026)
Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
- So, I would urge a vote no.
- doesn't affect that process whatsoever. doesn't affect that process whatsoever.
- So it's part of the process.
- to improve processes. to improve processes.
- No vote. >> But is no vote abstain or no? >> But is no vote abstain or no? >> No. >> Okay.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committee Apr 23rd, 2026
Water, Parks and Wildlife
Transcript Highlights:
- Respectfully requests an aye vote. Okay. This enjoys a due pass as amended recommendation.
- Just respectfully request, and I vote. We're going to get this right.
- And I vote. We're going to get this right.
- No voting. Alanis? Not voting. Alvarez? Aye. Avila Farias? Bains? Bennett? Burner? Koloza?
- Gallagher, not voting. Hart? Colosa, aye. Gallagher, not voting. Hart? Aye. Hart, aye. Rodriguez.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 3/5/25
Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair votes no. Mekeland votes no. Baker votes yes. Frasier votes yes. Greenman votes yes.
- Pete Johnson votes yes. Wayne Johnson votes no. Kozlowski votes yes. Mueller votes no.
- Schultz votes no. Zeleznikar votes no. Seeing five ayes and six nos, the motion is not adopted.
- Is that a roll call vote?
- Kowski no Mueller Mueller votes Kowski no Mueller Mueller votes yes<00:52:52.200>
Greenman
Keywords:
whistleblower, whistleblower protections, public employees, state employees, retaliation, reporting fraud, misuse of authority, personal gain, state government, state services, state programs, legislative auditor, constitutional officer, public corruption, fraud reporting, government accountability, employee rights, labor law, Minnesota Statutes 181.931, Minnesota Statutes 181.932
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on State Government (2-20-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- By voice vote, everyone in favor say aye. All opposed, nay. The sub is adopted.
- > the sub real quick apologize Yeah by the sub real quick apologize Yeah by Voice<00:03:48.799>
vote - everyone in favor say I I all Voice vote everyone in favor say I I all oppose<00:03:52.079>
nay <00:08:49.680>if teachers uh there's a process if teachers uh there's a process if somebody - House Bill 441 passes with favorable expression and a vote of 19 to 0.
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Consideration of HB 73 02:23
Consideration of HB 441 07:24
Consideration of HB 462 18:44, 958, all
Summary:
The House State Government Committee met with a quorum and considered three bills. House Bill 73, as amended by committee substitute, added We Lead CS to the list of agencies participating in the Teachers’ Retirement System administrative provisions. The sponsor explained the bill corrects an oversight involving a computer science education service provider established in 2022. A question about fiscal impact was answered with no expected fiscal note or actuarial impact. The committee adopted the substitute and passed HB 73 19-0 with favorable expression.
House Bill 441 addressed teacher shortages by expanding the number of retired teachers and critical-shortage-area teachers school districts may hire. The sponsor said districts could hire retired teachers up to 10% of staff and critical shortage area teachers up to 10%, replacing lower current limits and a temporary COVID-era provision that had expired. Members asked about work limits, salary rules, and how often shortage areas are identified; the sponsor said retired teachers remain subject to existing earnings limits, critical shortage teachers are paid at least a rank-two, 10-year salary, and shortage areas are identified annually by the Commissioner of Education. Supportive comments noted the bill was a stopgap and that long-term solutions should include recruitment, retention, and pay. The committee passed HB 441 19-0 with favorable expression.
House Bill 462 would allow county clerks to correct marriage applications or licenses by affidavit, without requiring a lawsuit in circuit court, when there are obvious errors or omissions. The Kenton County clerk and another clerk testified that the change would help people who need corrected records for Social Security, Real ID, inheritance, and other legal purposes, while still preserving data needed by Vital Statistics. Members described the bill as a practical efficiency measure. The committee passed HB 462 19-0 with favorable expression, and the meeting then adjourned.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Elections Finance and Government Operations Committee 3/17/25
Elections Finance and Government Operations
Transcript Highlights:
- criminal prosecution process, but the civil process doesn't mesh well with the detention timelines that
- more time-consuming criminal prosecution process, but that the civil process does not mesh well with
- deportation process deportation process rather<01:13:26.040>
than <01:13:26.239>the <01:13:33.360>doesn't <01:13:33.880>me process but the Civil process doesn't me process - question I just want to get in a process question I just want to get in a process question<01:38
Keywords:
sacred communities, micro units, religious institutions, housing regulations, homelessness, conditional use permits, immigration enforcement, sanctuary policies, sanctuary city, noncooperation ordinance, ICE, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, federal immigration authorities, deportation, undocumented immigrant, undocumented person, immigration status data, data sharing, preemption, local government
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
WTL-HWN-HOU Public Hearing 01-29-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- What it's a vote for is process and community engagement.
- What it's a vote for is process and community engagement.
- What it's a vote for is process and community engagement.
- What it's a vote for is process and community engagement.
- What it's a vote for is process and community engagement.
Summary:
The joint hearing of the Water and Land, Hawaiian Affairs, and Housing committees on January 29, 2025 focused on SB 534, with the chairs outlining hearing procedures, public testimony limits, and plans to allow extended presentations from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) and the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) before moving to other testifiers. The hearing was presented as a public, transparent discussion of OHA’s plans for Kakaʻako Makai, with committee members noting that decision-making would follow if time permitted.
OHA testified in strong support of SB 534. The chair of OHA’s Board of Trustees said the bill was a novel proposal for the legislature and emphasized that OHA was bringing together a broad coalition of partners and stakeholders, including representatives from construction, hospitality, education, law enforcement, civil service, and schools, as well as longtime community advocates who have opposed development in Kakaʻako Makai. OHA’s presentation reviewed the history of the area, the creation and role of HCDA, prior master plans, the 2012 land conveyance to OHA, and the argument that OHA has not been able to realize the full economic value of the lands because desired entitlements were not secured. OHA linked the bill to its constitutional mission to improve conditions for Native Hawaiians and argued that the state’s housing crisis makes additional development, including residential use, especially important.
A major theme of the testimony was housing. OHA argued that Hawaiʻi faces severe affordability pressures, out-migration, and workforce shortages, and said that residential development in Kakaʻako Makai would help address those needs while also supporting the value of the trust lands. The presentation described HCDA’s authority over zoning and development in Kakaʻako, the existing reserved housing requirements, and the need for a master plan that could move forward if SB 534 becomes law. No votes or final committee action were taken in the portion of the hearing provided; the discussion remained in the presentation and testimony phase.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Housing Finance and Policy Committee 3/4/25
Housing Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- No vote could use more than 20% proxies.
- No vote could use more than 20% proxies.
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FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security Mar 18th, 2025
Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security
Transcript Highlights:
- And by your vote, CS for SB 1528 is reported favorably.
- The vote: CS for SB 1528 is reported favorably.
- And by your vote, C.S. for SB 910 is reported favorably.
- And by your vote, SB 1464 is reported favorably.
- We have nobody who needs to vote? All right.
Summary:
The Military and Veterans, Space, and Domestic Security Committee met with a quorum and heard several bills focused on veterans, military families, and aerospace. SB 684 by Sen. Avila would let certain Florida Retirement System members buy military wartime service credit under updated eligibility dates and expand the definition of wartime service to include recent operations such as New Dawn, Inherent Resolve, Freedom Sentinel, and Enduring Sentinel. Veterans and first responders testified in support, and senators said the bill corrects an outdated gap. The committee voted the bill favorably.
The committee then took up SB 1528 by Sen. Collins on educational opportunities for military children. The bill strengthens coordination between school districts and military installations and requires DOE training modules for school staff working with military families. An amendment removing a sunset provision was adopted, and three Hillsborough County students who helped develop the idea testified in support, describing research on military-family school transitions and the need for staff training on the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children. The committee reported the bill favorably as amended.
SB 910 by Sen. Collins, on veterans benefit assistance, was amended and reported favorably. As amended, it allows veterans to work with professional claims advisors while adding consumer protections, including fee caps, bans on initial/nonrefundable and referral fees, required disclosures, and limits on use of veterans’ login credentials. Sen. Collins and others argued the federal VA claims process is too slow and confusing and that veterans need both help and safeguards. The committee also approved SB 1464 by Sen. Wright, which expands FDVA outreach through digital, print, social media, and in-person efforts and requires public events and annual reporting, and SB 1516 by Sen. Wright, which creates an international aerospace innovation fund administered by Space Florida to support partnerships with international aerospace companies. All measures were reported favorably, and the committee adjourned at the end of the meeting.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Representative Robbins votes no. Representative Acomb votes aye. Representative Baker votes no.
- Representative Kresha votes no. Representative Lillie votes aye. Representative Moller votes aye.
- Representative Nash votes no. Representative Noor votes yes. Representative Novotny votes no.
- Representative Pinto votes aye. Representative Olson votes no. Representative Schomacker votes no.
- Representative Scott votes no. Representative Swedzinski votes no. Representative Vang votes aye.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- There is no reason to vote to hurt Minnesotans by voting for this bill.
- There is no reason to vote to hurt Minnesotans by voting for this bill.
- There is no reason to vote to hurt Minnesotans by voting for this bill.
- Members, vote no.
- <01:11:46.080>
for vote on here today members vote for vote on here today members vote for
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- She is very knowledgeable when it comes to HR recruitment, all the business processes, system processes
- How can we improve these processes?'
- So a vote in support of Teresa Padilla is a vote in favor of the state of New Mexico and the people that
- Senator, yes, it is an ongoing process.
- Seeing none, with a vote of seven.
Keywords:
land grant, Las Vegas, governance, self-governance, judicial management, forced sterilization, coerced sterilization, Indigenous women, Native American women, women of color, reproductive justice, reproductive sovereignty, truth and reconciliation commission, memorial, trauma-informed care, reparative justice, human rights, bodily autonomy, Indian Health Service, Indian affairs
KY
Transcript Highlights:
- Still have uh, that process. I know you had a couple questions yesterday.
- Fortunately, we know the process. We go through this.
- So I vote no. route to go at this time. So I vote no.
- I want to thank the >> explain my vote.
- And I vote aye. I appreciate the support of this committee, and I vote aye. Senator Wilson: I.
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Meeting Start: 00:00
Attendance Roll Call: 00:32
SB 155 Discussion: 03:00
SB 155 Roll Call Vote: 07:50
SB 45 Discussion: 08:39
SB 45 Roll Call Vote: 36:00, 958, all
Summary:
The committee first took up Senate Bill 155 by Senator Carpenter, which would give the commissioner of agriculture, in consultation with the state veterinarian, authority to declare and manage emergency situations affecting livestock, poultry, and other domesticated animals. The sponsor said the bill is intended to speed response to outbreaks, severe weather, and other urgent threats to animal welfare by reducing bureaucratic delays, while still working with the governor in major situations. Senator Webb praised the Department of Agriculture’s emergency response work, and the bill was advanced on a unanimous roll call vote.
The committee then heard Senate Bill 45 from Senator Webb, a repeat bill aimed at protecting agritourism and working-animal activities from local ordinances that could be used to restrict events such as rodeos, carriage rides, dog agility, and similar operations. Webb and supporter Mindy Patterson of the Cavalry Group argued the bill is meant to prevent local governments from using ordinances to shut down legitimate animal-related businesses and to protect local economies and property rights, not to shield animal abuse. Webb said he was willing to work with local officials and legal counsel on wording.
Opposition came from Lisa Krumman of the Kentucky Animal Care and Control Association and Campbell County animal services, who said the bill was not consulted on with animal control officers and could broadly exempt working-animal or agritourism activities from local animal welfare ordinances and inspections. She argued the language could create an “undue burden” challenge to county standards for food, water, space, medical care, and inspections, especially for commercial animal establishments such as breeding facilities and petting zoos. Committee members questioned both sides about the bill’s scope, and Webb said he believed existing public health, safety, zoning, and police-power language would preserve local authority, but no vote was taken on SB 45 in the portion provided.
HI
WY
Transcript Highlights:
- a no vote. >> A no vote. >> No, no, no, no.
- you have a vote sheet?
- >> A<00:03:40.799>
no <00:03:41.040>vote. >> A no vote. - >> A no vote.
- >> Um, do you have a vote sheet? >> Um, do you have a vote sheet?
Keywords:
pari-mutuel wagering, simulcasting, historic horse racing, HHR terminals, horse racing, gaming commission, Wyoming Gaming Commission, local control, city approval, county approval, municipal approval, permit renewal, gaming permit, wagering regulation, racetrack, live pari-mutuel event, district court appeal, public notice, land use, public safety
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session-Day 12, February 23, 2026-PM
Wyoming Senate Floor Meeting
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- I vote aye.
- And with that, I vote aye. Thank you. I vote aye. I vote aye.
- So I vote yes.
- Members, by vote of seven ayes, zero nays, and zero not voting, you give your chair— I think she votes
- Give me that vote count. Yikes. I vote aye. All right, give me that vote count.
Bills:
HB2015, HB2060, HB2129, HB2170, HB2210, HB2228, HB2352, HB2460, HB2533, SB1019, SB1045, SB1050, SB1078, SB1083, SB1167, SB1184, SCR1006
Keywords:
budget procedures, late filing penalty, accounting standards, financial reporting, state appropriations, abortion, educational institutions, health education, state aid, public schools, municipal libraries, annual reporting, state legislation, transparency, government accountability, procurement, foreign adversary, China, state contracts, information technology
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- It's no vote and no platform, but we do.
- We show you're testifying on behalf of Jane's Due Process.
- Why make them have that vote?
- and vote yes or no.
- I'm where the majority of this committee voted.
Keywords:
electric power, interconnection, utilities, ERCOT, large load customers, water supply, sewer service, demand management, school prayer, Bible reading, religious text, public schools, Texas Education Code, student prayer, silent prayer, meditation, religious liberty, First Amendment, Establishment Clause, church and state
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 22 (2-6-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Seeing none, those in favor will vote aye, those opposed will vote no.
- Seeing none, there being 32 yay votes, no nay votes, Senate Bill 132 is passed. Kentucky."
- Seeing none, there being 32 yay votes, no nay votes, Senate Bill 132 is passed.
- Seeing none, there being 32 yay votes, no nay votes, Senate Bill 18 as amended is passed.
- change, or explain their vote? change, or explain their vote?
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer, the pledge, roll call, and approval of the February 5, 2026 journal. The House clerk then delivered messages that the House had passed House Bills 103, 188, 189, 258, 276, and 419 and requested concurrence. The chamber also received second-reading reports for Senate Bills 2, 4, 71, 136, and 183, which were sent to the Rules Committee, and later committee reports that posted SB 2, SB 4, and SB 71 for Monday, February 9, and SB 136 and SB 183 for Tuesday, February 10. The Committee on Committees also referred several bills to standing committees, including SB 155, 118, 153, 158, 160, 72, 98, and 145.
The main floor action was passage of Senate Bill 132, relating to massage therapy. The sponsor said the bill was intended to help local governments investigate businesses posing as massage parlors and to strengthen enforcement against unlicensed practice, including raising the penalty for certain violations from a class B to a class A misdemeanor and treating each unlicensed session as a separate offense. Supporters said it would aid efforts to combat human trafficking and preserve local zoning and licensing authority. Several senators voiced concerns that the bill could be too broad and might unintentionally affect trafficking victims or impose harsh penalties for unlicensed massage without injury or fraud, but they still voted yes. SB 132 passed 32-0.
The Senate also adopted Senate Committee Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 18 and then passed the bill 32-0. SB 18 updates Kentucky’s podiatry laws, formally recognizes podiatric assistants and residents, gives the Board of Podiatry authority to license and regulate them, allows podiatrists to supervise physician assistants with board approval, limits supervision to four assistants, and requires new podiatrists starting in 2027 to complete at least two years of residency training. The sponsor said the measure modernizes oversight and improves access to foot and ankle care, especially for patients with diabetes. After the floor work, the Senate recessed for meetings of the Rules Committee and Committee on Committees, and later received the committee reports noted above.
VA
Transcript Highlights:
- I move the conference report and ask the House to vote yes.
- Clerk, close the vote. Ayes, 55; noes, 38. The conference report is agreed to.
- Clerk will close the vote. Ayes... Clerk will close the vote. Ayes 84, noes 9.
- SB 199 is cognate to my HB 5 that we just voted on earlier. And, Mr.
- I move the conference committee report and ask that you vote for it.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee Jun 18th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Respectfully ask for your aye vote. Perfect.
- Ta, not voting. Thank you. Weeks, aye. Wilson... Thank you. But not voting. Weeks? Aye. Weeks? I.
- It's common sense, and I respectfully ask for an aye vote.
- We have a few to go back through to vote. Uh, you that I miss.
- We have a few to go back through to vote, a few that I missed.
Summary:
The Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee met with a quorum and announced that SB 340 would be moved to a later hearing. The consent calendar included HR 44, SB 233, and SB 410, which were later approved. The committee then heard several housing-related bills, with testimony largely focused on streamlining accessory dwelling unit (ADU) rules, regional planning, and homelessness response.
SB 9 would require local agencies to submit ADU ordinances to HCD within 60 days and respond to HCD findings within 30 days, or the ordinance would become null and void and state standards would apply. Supporters, including California YIMBY, Casita Coalition, UnidosUS, Housing Action Coalition, and Power California, argued the bill would strengthen enforcement of existing ADU law and reduce local barriers. The bill passed 7-0 with two abstentions and was sent to the Assembly Local Government Committee. SB 486 would exempt UC and CSU projects from having to analyze a no-project alternative under CEQA while requiring the universities to share enrollment forecasting data and participate in regional sustainable communities planning. It passed 9-0 and was referred to the Assembly Natural Resources Committee.
SB 748, as amended, would expand funding and authority for safe parking sites and related services for people living in RVs or vehicles, using encampment resolution funding and requiring reporting by the California Interagency Council on Homelessness. The City of Compton, the Western Manufactured Housing Communities Association, and the League of California Cities supported the measure, emphasizing public health, neighborhood safety, and humane alternatives to displacement. The committee members discussed the limits of current encampment cleanup approaches and the need for services and temporary shelter; the bill passed 11-0 and was sent to the Assembly Human Services Committee. SB 543, a cleanup bill for ADU and junior ADU law, clarified review timelines, size standards, and consistency with existing ADU statutes; it also passed unanimously and was referred to the Assembly Local Government Committee.