Transcript Highlights:

• In the second whereas, it refers to grazing permits to graze livestock; it used to say land owned by
• Permits to graze livestock used to say land owned by the United States, and we're changing that to managed
• If a rancher has livestock that's killed by wolves or grizzly bears, reporting that depredation should

Committee: Senate Resources and Environment

Keywords: 989, all

Transcript Highlights:

• It says that an investigating officer for a case involving livestock shall be accompanied.
• And it's specifically for livestock. It doesn't Specifically for livestock.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee met in executive session on SB 302, a bill requiring background checks for solid waste and hazardous waste facility owners. Members discussed and adopted amendment 2025-2219H, which incorporated language from prior Senate and House amendments, including provisions related to the siting evaluation committee and changes affecting landfill expansions and additional cells. The amendment also folded in language from HB 616, the animal cruelty/due process bill, which members said clarifies probable cause, imminent danger, temporary protective custody, and the role of the state veterinarian or designee in animal seizure decisions. Several members emphasized that the bill does not bar seizure of animals in emergencies or prevent nonprofits from fundraising, and that the changes are intended to strengthen due process and reduce conflicts of interest. The committee voted 12-0 to adopt the amendment. It then voted 12-0 to give SB 302 an OTPA recommendation with the amendment included. After the vote, the director raised a concern that the amendment appeared to eliminate the waste management council and related appeal provisions in the governing statutes; members acknowledged the issue and said it was intentional or at least acceptable to address later in committee of conference, where they expected further changes. The committee then agreed to place the bill on the consent calendar. After concluding the executive session, the committee discussed an afternoon field trip to research farms in Lee and Durham. They also accepted an invitation to visit a farm in Fremont on May 30 at 10:00 a.m., with the address provided as 63 South Road, Fremont, New Hampshire.

Transcript Highlights:

• And the rancher, they're out there with livestock that's using water.
• You're just going to have to let your livestock go without water if you have to in order to avoid these
• You're just going to have to let your, you know, your livestock go without water if you have to in order

Bills: HB4530 , HB4931 , HB5559 , HB5560 , HB143

Committee: House Natural Resources

Keywords: water rights, Texas Water Trust, water bank, environmental conservation, water quality, instream flows, aquifer, water injection, Edwards Aquifer, environmental regulation, groundwater, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, water conservation, drought, utility regulation, water use restrictions, Public Utility Commission, civil penalties, drought contingency, environmental protection

Summary: The Committee on Natural Resources met with a quorum present and first took up several pending bills for reconsideration and committee substitute adoption. House Bill 2692, relating to codification and clarification of local laws concerning the San Antonio River Authority, was reported favorably to the full House and sent to the Committee on Local and Consent Calendars by an 11-0 vote. House Bills 1407, 1520, 1535, 2970, 4153, 291, 3663, and 3915 were also reconsidered or laid out as pending business, with committee substitutes adopted where needed and each bill reported favorably, generally by unanimous vote, to the full House and then to Calendars or Calendars/Calendars-related referral as applicable. The committee then heard House Bill 4530, which would expand the Texas Water Trust framework to include groundwater rights, require Texas Water Development Board review and approval of groundwater dedications, and notify local groundwater districts when groundwater rights are placed in the trust. The bill’s author and witnesses from the Environmental Defense Fund, The Nature Conservancy, and Chispa Texas supported the measure as a conservation tool and a way to create a clear process for voluntary donations; a Texas Water Development Board witness testified neutrally. The bill was left pending. House Bill 4931, relating to an aquifer storage and recovery project in Medina County, drew support from the author, the Medina County judge, and a regional water alliance witness, who described severe stress on the Edwards Aquifer, low levels at Medina Lake, and the need for a local water-supply tool. The bill was left pending. House Bill 5559, which would clarify enforcement of drought contingency plans for investor-owned water utilities and involve the PUC in model plan development, received support from groundwater district representatives but also concerns from water company and utility witnesses about enforcement authority, approval procedures, and potential conflicts with existing obligations to provide continuous service; the committee substitute was withdrawn and the bill was left pending. House Bill 5560, which would raise the maximum civil penalty for certain groundwater conservation district enforcement actions from $10,000 to $25,000 per violation, prompted debate over whether current law is already sufficient; supporters said the higher cap would better deter overpumping, while opponents argued existing penalties are already severe. That bill was also left pending, and the committee adjourned subject to call of the chair.

Transcript Highlights:

• When we're making the driver liable, is that including for livestock property?
• We are generally a fence-in state, so as far as you know, how we navigate accidents with livestock and

Bills: SB504 , SB844 , SB1209 , SB1266 , SB1303 , SB1448 , SB1496 , SB1595 , SB1597 , SB1655 , SB1679 , SB1621 , SB1716 , SB1769 , SB1827 , SB1876 , SB1944 , SB2072 , SB2084 , SB2104 , SB2112 , SB2170 , SB2180 , SB2182

Committee: House Civil Judiciary

Keywords: SB504, marriage, child marriage, minor marriage, age of consent, minimum marriage age, underage marriage, teen marriage, parental consent, judicial approval, marriage license, Oklahoma Title 43, family law, juvenile justice, Department of Human Services, DHS custody, incestuous marriage, pregnancy exception, paternity, seduction

Transcript Highlights:

• Agriculture, and specifically livestock production, is a key cornerstone for our economic engine that
• Agriculture, and specifically livestock production, is a key cornerstone for our economic engine that
• Agriculture, and specifically livestock production, is a key cornerstone for our economic engine that
• Agriculture, and specifically livestock production, is a key cornerstone for our economic engine that
• Agriculture, and specifically livestock production, is a key cornerstone for our economic engine that

Committee: House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• is that on a buying station like this example, they will actually take physical ownership of the livestock
• processors, where stockyards are establishing sale dates, where they have buyers come in and bid on the livestock
• come in and bid where they have buyers come in and bid on<00:12:07.040><c> the</c><00:12:07.200><c> livestock
• ><c> So</c><00:12:07.920><c> that's</c><00:12:08.160><c> the</c><00:12:08.240><c> the</c> on the livestock
• So that's the the on the livestock.

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00 Attendance Roll Call 00:04 Approval of Minutes 00:36 KOAP Report 00:51, 958, all

Summary: The committee met with a quorum, approved the June 12 minutes, and then received a presentation from Brandon Reid and Bill McCloskkey of the Agricultural Development Board on the June report and the 25th anniversary of the Agricultural Development Fund. They described a joint anniversary meeting held at the Kentucky Historical Society, thanked staff, and noted that the board presented members with a token of appreciation. They also reported a clean annual audit, with the audit report to be shared more fully at a later meeting. The presenters reviewed June activity and funding decisions, saying the development board approved about $3.3 million and the finance board about $5 million in loans. They highlighted program activity such as advisory council meetings, site visits, project reports, and county comprehensive plans. Specific projects discussed included the Food Chain project, which sought support for equipment and improvements to expand Kentucky product marketing; Miller Rockbridge Farms LLC, which sought county support for a barn for an education program; and Thompson Family Farm LLC, which sought funding for a livestock buying station. The board approved reduced or county-only funding in some cases, including $45,643 for the Food Chain project and county money for the farm projects. Members asked about the meaning and purpose of the county comprehensive plans and how counties use them to guide funding decisions. The presenters explained that House Bill 611 created a structure in which each county council develops a comprehensive plan, updated on a five-year cycle, to prioritize local agricultural investments and evaluate applications. They said county councils work with extension agents and the Agricultural Development Office, and that staff attend meetings, provide training, and help new agents and council members understand the program. Members emphasized that the planning process helps ensure funds are targeted to local needs and supports diversification of agriculture beyond tobacco.

Transcript Highlights:

• We asked those owners, 'What could it take for you to expand your capacity, process more livestock when
• the state was indemnifying those livestock?'
• ><c> those</c><00:24:39.320><c> livestock?"
• </c><00:24:40.080><c> And</c> was indemnifying those livestock?"
• And was indemnifying those livestock?"

Committee: House Ways and Means

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• So, from water to air, protecting our livestock, agricultural goods. have dual missions, not only to
• Amending Rider 30 Agricultural and Livestock Entry Point Inspection Stations. adopted.
• page 14. under item number four for critical staff positions under item a funding for five vacant livestock

Bills: SB 1

Committee: Senate Finance

Keywords: campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, 1185, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Will even agriculture, farming, flowers, whatever be livestock be allowed in that area?
• Will even agriculture, farming, flowers, whatever be livestock be allowed in that area?
• Will even agriculture, farming, flowers, whatever be livestock be allowed in that area?
• Will even agriculture, farming, flowers, whatever be livestock be allowed in that area?
• Will even agriculture, farming, flowers, whatever be livestock be allowed in that area?

Bills: HF3508 , HF3548 , HF3549

Committee: House Agriculture Finance and Policy

Keywords: dairy assistance, agriculture, investment, relief initiative, farm support, farm assistance, down payment, state funding, loan modification, grain indemnity, financial security, crop insurance, Minnesota agriculture, 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• c><00:17:56.640><c> production</c><00:17:57.280><c> of</c> ...engaged in the range production of livestock
• There's an existing exemption for range production of livestock at the federal level, and this bill amends
• Thank you. for range production of livestock uh at for range production of livestock uh at the<00:19:
• Can you imagine if there’s another incident, as the former director talked about, in livestock?
• I know there's some research into mechanized harvesting, research on sustainable livestock production

Committee: House Agriculture & Food Systems

Keywords: 910, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• need to invest in programs like the farmer program, the food production investment program, the livestock
• own farm, raising our kids as farm kids, and opening our home to teach others about farming and livestock
• own farm, raising our kids as farm kids, and opening our home to teach others about farming and livestock
• The crops we grow, the livestock we raise, and the innovations we drive in sustainable farming practices

Summary: The Assembly convened after a delayed quorum call, then moved through routine procedural actions, including unanimous-consent requests on guest seating and committee referrals. A motion by Assembly Member DeMaio to withdraw AB 2624 from committee failed on a roll call vote, 14-44. The chamber also heard multiple guest introductions and held an Armenian Genocide Remembrance ceremony with a prayer, pledge, and moment of silence. The main floor action centered on H.R. 97, commemorating the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Assembly Member Schultz and numerous colleagues spoke in support, emphasizing historical recognition, solidarity with Armenian Californians, and opposition to denial. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 66 co-authors were added. Later, H.R. 99 recognizing California Agriculture Day also drew extensive support from members highlighting the state’s agricultural economy, farmworkers, and the need for continued investment in agriculture; it was adopted by voice vote after 65 co-authors were added. Several bills were also considered and passed: AB 1838 on contractor wage-and-hour disclosure for public works bids, AB 1562 authorizing counties to randomly select poll workers, AB 2297 standardizing restitution rules in diversion programs, AB 1659 improving school re-enrollment support for justice-impacted youth, AB 1974 creating an optional temporary firearm storage program for law enforcement, AB 2402 updating health studio fee rules, and AB 1607 extending the Maddy Emergency Medical Services Fund. AB 1607 drew sharp opposition over fee funding and broader policy concerns, but passed 66-1. The Assembly also adopted ACR 129 establishing a sister-state relationship with Lagos State, Nigeria, and considered a Senate joint resolution on tariffs, with members split over whether tariffs or state policies were the main driver of higher costs; the transcript ends during debate on that resolution.

Transcript Highlights:

• need to invest in programs like the farmer program, the food production investment program, the livestock
• own farm, raising our kids as farm kids, and opening our home to teach others about farming and livestock
• own farm, raising our kids as farm kids, and opening our home to teach others about farming and livestock
• The crops we grow, the livestock we raise, and the innovations we drive in sustainable farming practices

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Castlewood Canyon State Park, the Elbert County Fair this year celebrating 92 years of cherished livestock
• :41:56.800><c> years</c><00:41:57.080><c> of</c><00:41:57.200><c> cherished</c><00:41:57.520><c> livestock
• </c><00:41:58.000><c> and</c> 92 years of cherished livestock and 92 years of cherished livestock and

Keywords: 981, all

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, suspended Rule 1B to allow a non-senator to lead the Pledge of Allegiance, and heard a special guest introduction before approving the March 2, 2026 journal. The chamber then received committee reports and messages from the House and revisor, including action on several bills and appointments, and briefly moved out of order for personal privileges recognizing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and the challenges facing that community amid budget pressures. The Senate adopted House Joint Resolution 1018, designating State Highway 86 through Elbert County as the Plains to Pines Scenic Corridor, after lengthy remarks describing the route, local communities, and scenic and historic features. The resolution passed 35-0, and the current roll call was added as co-sponsors. The Senate also passed the consent-calendar bills on third reading: SB 59, SB 50, SB 51, SB 110, SB 61, and SB 26, with several senators recording no votes on SB 59, SB 50, and SB 51. SB 21, concerning the clean fleet enterprise and replacement of high-emitting trucks and fleets, also passed 33-2. The Senate confirmed governor’s appointments to the Colorado Tourism Office Board of Directors on the consent calendar, including Lisa Augustin, Carolyn Glover, Megan Letham, George Keriannac, and Lisa Boyer, all by a 35-0 vote. It also laid over general orders, second reading of bills, until March 4, 2026. The meeting ended with announcements about committee meetings, Read Across America Week, and a Colorado Optometrist Association reception, followed by a motion to recess until 11:00 a.m., which was adopted.

Transcript Highlights:

• not just been a member of, but had actually been a leader of, including CowBelles and the Junior Livestock
• not just been a member of, but had actually been a leader of, including CowBelles and the Junior Livestock
• not just been a member of, but had actually been a leader of, including CowBelles and the Junior Livestock
• Foundation, and Stacey has really been of, including CowBelles and the Junior Livestock Foundation.

Keywords: 996, all

Transcript Highlights:

• It is agency 51, Livestock Board.
• </c><02:21:49.880><c> Board,</c> the Livestock Board, the Livestock Board, agency<02:21:51.080><c> 51
• </c> Livestock Board? Livestock Board?
• That's the Livestock<02:27:36.280><c> Board.
• I'm going to explain my Livestock Board.

Committee: Joint Appropriations

Keywords: 916, all

Transcript Highlights:

• They're active work sites with heavy machinery, livestock, chemicals, irrigation systems, and real safety
• :13.920><c> with</c><00:03:14.080><c> heavy</c><00:03:14.440><c> machinery,</c><00:03:15.120><c> livestock

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• myself, I competed in agricultural sales, but we also have a lot more competitions such as forestry, livestock
• myself, I competed in agricultural sales, but we also have a lot more competition such as forestry, livestock

Committee: House Education

Keywords: 989, all

Transcript Highlights:

• prior version it had been in there, if a person would get hurt when they're constructing on the non-livestock
• owner's side, we didn't want that non-owner livestock person to be liable for injuries.

Committee: House Agriculture

Keywords: 959, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• This leaves the penned deer, which are considered livestock.
• Everything else, if it's livestock, if it's penned, and they've received their certification on that,
• But like any other livestock, it would be no different than any other livestock.
• It would be no different than other livestock.
• If you got a cow and the fence breaks, it gets out on the road, same as my other livestock, how they

Summary: The committee first considered several local property-transfer and wildlife/fisheries bills, including SB 229 (Bojeur Parish property transfer), SB 71 (Lafayette Parish property transfer), and a series of Department of Wildlife and Fisheries measures. SB 203 simplified possession rules for fish on multi-day trips and remote camps; SB 429 created an administrative path to register “orphan” boats with lapsed registrations; SB 204 removed a residency-based restriction on certain commercial fishing gear licenses; SB 205 reduced duplicate registration requirements for federally documented boats; SB 213 clarified titling rules for vessels and outboard motors; and SB 257 removed Social Security number requirements from certain commercial fishing tags. Each of these bills was reported favorable, generally without objection, after brief explanations from sponsors and department counsel about reducing red tape, improving enforcement, or modernizing records. The committee also heard SB 214, which would allow the Teche-Vermilion Fresh Water District to stop pumping during an imminent flood threat identified by the National Weather Service or GOSEP, addressing liability concerns and giving local officials more flexibility in emergencies. SB 274, as amended, required lead hazard risk assessments for certain child care, early learning, and pre-kindergarten facilities and required hazards found in assessments to be addressed before licensing. Both bills were reported favorable. SB 379, a technical reorganization bill for the Department of Conservation and Energy, received two amendment sets: one changing investment language and another standardizing judicial-review procedures and online notice requirements; it was reported favorable after those amendments. The committee then adopted HCR 62, urging FEMA to review flood maps every five years instead of every ten and to better account for local flood-protection projects, with members discussing the burden of flood insurance and the need for FEMA to recognize levees, pump stations, and elevated homes. HCR 78 was also reported favorable, memorializing Congress to pass the American Seafood Competitiveness Act of 2026 in support of Louisiana’s seafood industry. HB 662, as substituted, was reported favorable after being rewritten to codify the department’s internal protocol for seized sick, injured, or orphaned wildlife, prioritizing release, rehabilitation, placement, and euthanasia as a last resort. Finally, the committee considered two more contentious items. HR 216, which urged repudiation of the Louisiana Climate Action Plan of 2022, drew extended debate over whether the plan had been adopted without legislative input and whether it could affect permits or future policy; after discussion, the sponsor voluntarily deferred the resolution to return with a revised approach focused on a legislative hearing or review. SCR 24, dealing with chronic wasting disease rules, was introduced with amendments that would raise the prevalence threshold, cap samples, allow zone removal after three years without new detections, and lift baiting/feed prohibitions above a higher prevalence level; the transcript cuts off before final action on that measure.

Transcript Highlights:

• Uh, as you know, we graze livestock in many of these forested areas, be they private, state, or federal
• ><00:45:13.520><c> know,</c><00:45:13.680><c> we</c><00:45:13.920><c> graze</c><00:45:14.240><c> livestock
• </c><00:45:14.720><c> in</c><00:45:14.960><c> many</c> as you know, we graze livestock in many as you
• know, we graze livestock in many of<00:45:15.200><c> these</c><00:45:15.440><c> forested</c><00:45:15.920
• The other point I would make is that proper livestock grazing is an important tool in forest management

Bills: HB0078 , SF0012 , SF0013 , SF0052 , SF0069 , SF0070

Committee: House Appropriations

Keywords: forest health, grant program, state forester, wildfire prevention, environmental conservation, habitat improvement, military, national guard, reenlistment, extension bonus, funding, Wyoming, Wyoming National Guard, recruitment, referral bonus, military service, eligibility expansion, incentive program, wildlife management, environmental restoration