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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development - 03/11/26
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
- Last year, the secret war in Laos.
- I was injured during the war. I was injured during the war.
- late General Wangpa during the war late General Wangpa during the war copy<00:09:28.959><c> have</c><
- Kelly or the author? >> Senator Holmstrom. >> Mr.
- :25:27.760><c> provides</c> remote supervision authority, provides remote supervision authority, provides
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, September 8, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Revealing war criminal Putin lies, insulting Trump and mocking Trump.
- REVEALING WAR CRIMINAL PUTIN LIES, INSULTING TRUMP AND MOCKING TRUMP.
- RE-AUTHORIZATION BILL WE PASSED LAST YEAR.
- And recently and authorized... FIDUCIARY DUTY.
- AND RECENTLY AND AUTHORIZED Access by DOGE and public trust.
Keywords:
Inspectors General, removal standard, government oversight, accountability, transparency, IG, watchdogs, federal oversight, executive branch, presidential removal, for-cause removal, independent oversight, anti-corruption, waste fraud and abuse, malfeasance, gross mismanagement, gross waste of funds, abuse of authority, inefficiency, neglect of duty
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- It does not authorize qualified contractors to exercise quasi-judicial or discretionary authority.
- We know names change with different wars and different things that happened.
- That was all reversed during the '67 war.
- Well, the fact is that that was before the '67 war.
- Because Israel has rights to that land after the 1967 war. It is their land.
Bills:
S0212 , S0218 , S0442 , S0460 , S0532 , S0554 , S0644 , S0686 , S0692 , S1054 , S1106 , S1128 , S1134 , S1138 , S1338 , S1434 , S1506 , S1620 , S1748
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
Summary:
The committee first considered SB 1434 on infill redevelopment. A late-filed strike-all amendment narrowed eligibility criteria, including environmental and adjacency requirements, density and intensity limits, and exclusions for certain lands and military areas. The amendment was adopted without opposition, and the bill then passed favorably on an 8-0 vote, with testimony both for and against from advocacy groups.
Members then heard several bills related to criminal justice, land use, and local government operations. SB 212 on sexual offenders and sexual predators was amended to add public swimming pools and related restricted-location provisions; the committee heard extensive opposition testimony arguing the bill lacked empirical support and could worsen homelessness and burden families, while supporters said it would reduce temptation and improve safety. The amended bill passed 8-1. SB 686 on agricultural enclaves also received a strike-all amendment clarifying development allowances near interstates and protected-area non-preemption; after opposition from a county Republican committee and support from housing and business groups, it passed 10-0. SB 554 updating nonprofit corporation law, SB 1338 on charitable giving and endowment restrictions, SB 532 on court fee retention by clerks, and SB 218 on land use regulations after hurricanes all passed favorably, each with little or no opposition.
The committee also approved SB 692 on cybersecurity standards and liability after debate over whether the bill created enough compliance incentives and whether its liability presumption should apply retroactively; supporters said it would encourage adoption of cybersecurity frameworks, while opponents warned it could weaken local standards and create litigation issues. The bill passed 9-2. SB 1138 on qualified contractors was amended to preserve local government authority while allowing licensed professionals to conduct limited pre-application reviews, and it passed 11-0. Finally, SJR 1104 on religious expression in public schools passed 8-3 after extensive public testimony and debate, with supporters saying it would enshrine existing protections in the Constitution and opponents warning it would favor majority religions and increase bullying and litigation. The committee then took up SB 1106 on requiring state agencies and instructional materials to use “Judea and Samaria” instead of “West Bank,” with the sponsor arguing it reflected historical truth and opponents saying it erased Palestinian identity and inserted the state into an international naming dispute; the transcript ends during public testimony on that bill before any vote is shown.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the posture of the United States European Command and United States Africa Command in review of the Defense Authorization Request for fiscal year 2026 and the Future Years Defense Program; to be immediately followed by a closed he Apr 3rd, 2025 at 08:30 am
Subcommittee on Personnel
Transcript Highlights:
- There's no question who started this war.
- War has not spilled into NATO territory.
- We had been helping... them before the war, but not at the scale we began to after the war.
- They are they were before the war at an at a fast pace It's slowed down a little bit during the war,
- the Cold War.
Committee:
Senate Subcommittee on Personnel
Summary:
The committee convened to discuss various bills and hear testimonies related to legislative matters, including public concerns and implications surrounding the proposed legislation. Notably, the members engaged in a vigorous debate over SB4, where several representatives shared differing viewpoints on its impact on local communities and the environment. Public testimonies were heard, with advocates arguing for the bill's potential benefits, while opponents raised significant concerns regarding the fiscal implications and land use. Following these discussions, the committee moved to vote on HB2214, which passed without issue, illustrating the bipartisan support for certain initiatives tied to public welfare.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House DFL Press Conference 3/25/26
Transcript Highlights:
- Donald Trump's government is hellbent on driving up costs from foreign adventures on tariffs and war
- Donald Trump's government is hellbent on driving up costs from foreign adventures on tariffs and war
- Donald Trump's government is hellbent on driving up costs from foreign adventures on tariffs and war
- Donald Trump's government is hellbent on driving up costs from foreign adventures on tariffs and war
- Donald Trump's government is hellbent on driving up costs from foreign adventures on tariffs and war
Summary:
The meeting focused on proposed Minnesota legislation to ban surveillance pricing and restrict AI-powered electronic shelf labels in grocery stores. Speakers from UFCW 1189 and UFCW Local 663, along with Rep. Samantha Sencer-Mura and Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy, argued that these technologies could enable real-time price increases based on consumer data, undermine budgeting and privacy, and worsen affordability for families. They also said the technology could reduce hours or eliminate jobs for grocery workers who currently handle pricing and store knowledge, with UFCW Local 663 estimating about 500 affected jobs among its members alone.
Testimony emphasized examples such as baby formula, diapers, bananas, and milk to illustrate how fluctuating prices could hurt families, seniors on fixed incomes, and people in food deserts. Speakers also argued that grocery workers provide essential customer service and that automation should be introduced responsibly, not at the expense of workers or consumers. Murphy and Sencer-Mura framed the bill as a response to corporate greed and big tech surveillance, saying Minnesota should act proactively before the practices become widespread.
During questions, lawmakers and advocates discussed whether the issue was proactive or reactive, whether disclosure requirements like those used in New York would be sufficient, and how surveillance pricing differs from loyalty programs or coupons. Speakers said disclosure alone would not prevent tracking or price manipulation and that the goal was to stop the practice altogether. The transcript ended with the advocates saying they would continue meeting with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle; no vote or final committee action was recorded in the excerpt, though one question referenced a related bill stalling in committee earlier that morning.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session 5/17/25 - Part 2
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- ><c> Sterns,</c> recognize the author from Sterns, recognize the author from Sterns, Representative<00
- So many men died in that war.
- So many men died in that war.
- So many men died in that war.
- So many men died in that war.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
State of the Union Address by the President of the United States (Tuesday, February 24, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> alumni community of women authoring alumni community of women authoring change.<00:47:17.680><c>
- </c> Whereas Hortman was proud to author Whereas Hortman was proud to author Minnesota's<00:58:49.040
- As the global war on terrorism continues, Trump is reinstituting peace through strength, revealing war
- not authorize this mess.
- </c> strike against Iran, a war. strike against Iran, a war.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Debate on bringing up a semiautomatic military-style assault weapons bill 3/26/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The one difference is they do not have weapons of war on their streets.
- </c> weapons of war on their streets. weapons of war on their streets.
- And we can choose to keep these weapons of war off the streets.
- </c> war off the streets. Thank you. war off the streets. Thank you.
- </c><00:54:27.960><c> Evelyn</c> about uh the Catholic author Evelyn about uh the Catholic author Evelyn
AR
Arkansas 2026 1st Special Session
LEGISLATIVE JOINT AUDITING-STATE AGENCIES Jan 8th, 2026
LEGISLATIVE JOINT AUDITING-STATE AGENCIES
Transcript Highlights:
- War Memorial's change fund is unique because it has both a cash portion and a balance held in a commercial
- War Memorial's change fund is unique because it has both a cash portion and a balance held in a commercial
- My second one is for War Memorial Stadium, and, you know, I was never a fan of the state taking over
- But it just seems to me that as long as War Memorial Stadium had been operating over the decades, that
- Yeah, a private business would do it, so I'm not sure why you don't have that authority to do it.
Summary:
The committee first approved prior meeting minutes by motion and voice vote. It then took up audit reports, with several reports without findings filed without objection. The main discussion centered on the FY24 Department of Human Services audit, which contained three findings: alleged fraud involving disaster SNAP and Medicaid benefits, a delayed notification of a nearly $610,000 altered state warrant, and asset-control issues including missing or misidentified equipment and improper sales tax paid on vehicle purchases. DHS representatives said some fraud cases had been resolved with restitution, others were pending or dismissed, and they described corrective steps such as updating internal notification procedures and asset controls. Committee members questioned the missing assets, the notification delay, and the sales tax issue, and the report was deferred to the next meeting so DHS could return with written policy changes.
The committee also reviewed the FY24 Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism audit, which had two findings: loss of nearly $3,500 in museum receipts and cash-control exceptions involving $100 missing from a park camping drawer and an $80 overage at War Memorial Stadium. Agency officials said the museum loss was believed to be theft, that controls had since been strengthened with a point-of-sale and reservation system, and that the stadium issue reflected the unique mix of cash and bank balances used for events. Members asked about the investigation, reimbursement through the bond board, and whether the employee’s final paycheck could be withheld. The chair later relayed that the prosecutor’s office said the Parks and Tourism investigation remained open and that additional information had been requested from the agency, so the report was also deferred to the next meeting.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Apr 29th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- And I'd love to co-author on this. Thank you. You are a co-author. Then put me down for two. Okay.
- You are a co-author. Then put me down for two. Okay.
- II and other wars.
- Particularly World War II and other wars that our veterans have served in.
- We need an author. Okay, well, okay.
Summary:
The Assembly Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs heard four bills after briefly opening as a subcommittee due to a lack of quorum. AB 571 by Assembly Member Quirk-Silva proposed a targeted CEQA exemption and urgency clause to help move forward the Southern California Veterans Cemetery at Gypsum Canyon in Anaheim. Supporters, including the Orange County Board of Supervisors, veterans organizations, and county veterans service officers, said the project has broad local backing, significant funding, and has been delayed for more than a decade; there was no opposition testimony. The committee later voted the bill out on a unanimous 8-0 vote to Appropriations.
AB 1412 by Assembly Member Jeff Gonzalez would require school districts to implement a transferring special education student’s IEP within 30 days of receiving records from out of state, coordinate with parents and prior schools, and accept unofficial records pending validation. The author and a Department of Defense witness said military-connected children with special needs often face harmful delays when families move, while the Association of California School Administrators registered opposition and said it was working with the author on clarifying concerns. The bill passed 8-0 to Appropriations.
AB 1433 by Assembly Member Sharp-Collins sought to expand eligibility for student support funding at non-credit centers and stand-alone community college institutions, especially those serving veterans and other non-traditional students. Support came from San Diego College of Continuing Education, Calbright College, the Department of Defense, and several students and staff who described non-credit programs as important pathways to jobs, certifications, and veteran transition support; there was no opposition. The committee approved the bill 8-0 to Appropriations. The consent item, AB 1346 by Assembly Member DeMaio, was also moved out on a unanimous vote.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, September 19, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Your word declares there is no authority except from God, and those authorities that exist have been
- II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Cold War, and the Gulf Wars.
- ,</c><00:08:25.599><c> the</c> from World War II, the Korean War, the from World War II, the Korean War
- , the Cold War, and the Gulf Vietnam War, the Cold War, and the Gulf Wars.<00:08:29.120><c> Our</c><00
- </c> in times of war, and in times of peace. in times of war, and in times of peace.
Keywords:
courthouse construction, federal regulations, urban development, government spending, judicial facilities, political violence, Charlie Kirk, civil discourse, freedom of speech, unity, political extremism, condemnation, Civic engagement, continuing resolution, appropriations, fiscal year 2026, omnibus, government funding, federal budget, USDA
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate Select Committee on Veteran Affairs Aug 26th, 2026 at 01:57 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- Rank is understood, authority is defined, expectations are clear.
- So we collaborate with the local mental health authorities.
- It's probably more on the Department of War side.
- Now, TVC will be the sole author.
- What would we call that war? There were so many. It was at the end of the Second Gulf War, I think.
Summary:
The Select Committee on Veterans Affairs met to hear testimony on interim charge 2, focused on military-to-civilian transition, and later on the role of the Military Veteran Peer Network and broader transition supports. The committee first heard from representatives of Midwestern State University and Wichita Falls, who described partnerships with Sheppard Air Force Base, expanded military student services, scholarship support, and the importance of helping service members connect to education, employment, and community before separation. Witnesses emphasized that successful transition is not just about finding a job, but about creating a warm handoff to local employers, colleges, civic groups, and veteran organizations, and they urged earlier outreach while service members are still on active duty.
Testimony from Texas A&M University–Central Texas and the Texas A&M University System focused on the Military Talent Pipeline, credentialing, and workforce alignment. Witnesses said Texas should better capture service members’ skills earlier, improve information-sharing with employers, and expand pathways that translate military training into civilian credentials. A major recommendation was a Texas “medic/corpsman to registered nurse” pathway modeled on Wisconsin’s WISMAC program, along with broader reciprocity and bridging programs for military certifications in fields such as aircraft maintenance, trucking, and other high-demand occupations. Members also discussed the need for more staffing and resources at university veteran offices, and the value of measuring the return on state investment in veteran education benefits such as Hazelwood.
The committee then heard from the Texas Veterans Commission’s Mental Health Department on the Military Veteran Peer Network. The witness described peer support coordinators and rural veteran counselors who provide warm handoffs, suicide prevention support, and counseling, especially during the first 18 months after separation, which was identified as a high-risk period. She said the network is effective but too small and needs growth, and noted barriers to base access and TAP participation. Additional testimony from a retired Army officer and transition leader stressed that Texas has many strong programs but weak coordination, and recommended using installation-specific approaches, commander engagement, consent-based data sharing, and stronger links between TAP, state resources, and local communities. A final witness from Onward Ops described upstream enrollment, risk screening, certified peer mentors, and data-sharing to proactively support separating service members; he said the current system leaves veterans to navigate stovepiped programs on their own and called for more community partners, especially in rural areas. No votes were taken during the hearing.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate Select Committee on Veteran Affairs Aug 26th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So we collaborate with the local mental health authorities.
- It's probably more on the Department of Wars side.
- I've also heard that the issues are at the Department of War.
- I've also heard that the issues are at the Department of War.
- Now, TVC will be the sole author.
Summary:
The Senate Select Committee on Veteran Affairs met on August 26, 2026, adopted its committee rules, and heard opening remarks honoring veterans, military families, and service members who died in a recent Fort Hood helicopter crash. The committee then took up interim charge number two on military-to-civilian transition, with invited testimony from university and community leaders from Wichita Falls and Texas A&M. Witnesses described programs such as Midwestern State University’s Military Education Center, the Sheppard Military Affairs Committee’s community connections, Texas A&M–Central Texas’s military talent pipeline, and campus veteran services that help service members and veterans move into higher education, employment, and community life. Members emphasized that transition should begin well before separation, with better data-sharing, stronger local “warm handoffs,” and more coordination among bases, schools, workforce systems, and community organizations.
Testimony focused on practical ways to keep transitioning service members in Texas and match their skills to workforce needs. Witnesses urged earlier outreach before the TAP window, better tracking of service member skills and destination plans, and stronger use of peer mentors and community partners. Several witnesses highlighted the need to recognize military training for civilian credentials, including proposals for a Texas medic/corpsman-to-nursing pathway modeled on Wisconsin’s WISMAC program, and broader reciprocity or competency-based credit in fields such as nursing, aircraft maintenance, trucking, teaching, and other trades. Members asked about AI and future job skills, and witnesses said Texas should better prepare service members for emerging technology jobs and use existing programs more effectively.
The committee then heard from Texas Veterans Commission and transition experts on the role of the Military Veteran Peer Network, the Governor’s Challenge on suicide prevention, and the need for more resources and better access to bases. Witnesses said the transition period, especially the first 12 to 18 months after separation, is a high-risk time for suicide, unemployment, housing instability, and loss of purpose. They recommended installation-specific transition plans, stronger coordination between TAP, Texas Workforce Commission, Texas Veterans Commission, and local partners, more trained counselors, expanded College Credit for Heroes use, and better employer apprenticeship pipelines. One witness from Onward Ops said its program has shown an 80% reduction in suicidality among participants and asked for more Texas community partners and certified mentors. No formal votes were taken beyond adopting the committee rules.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House DFL Media Availability 3/27/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- it's only controversial here when people are talking about whether people should have these weapons of war
- </c> weapons of war. weapons of war.
- </c> you heard last night the bill authors you heard last night the bill authors say<00:07:23.920><c>
- I think that guns, you know, we don't need these weapons of war on our street.'
- </c> know, we don't need these weapons of war know, we don't need these weapons of war on<00:28:35.640
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Jun 22nd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So let's go ahead and hear from our first author, Assembly Member Ward.
- I joined during the Global War on Terrorism when I was 17, and I have served honorably and faithfully
- And thank you for authoring...
- He was in the Iraqi war. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
- He was in the Iraqi War. ...therapy as a peer support. He was in the Iraqi War.
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs met on June 22 with several members initially absent, so the committee began as a subcommittee and later established a quorum. The committee first heard AB 1775, which would provide California support for transgender service members and veterans affected by a federal executive order requiring their separation from service. The author and witnesses described the policy as discriminatory and destabilizing, and supporters from civil rights and LGBTQ+ organizations urged passage. No opposition testimony was offered, and the chair and members expressed support for helping affected veterans with discharge upgrades, housing assistance, and expedited professional licensing.
The committee then heard AB 2022, which expands the disabled veterans property tax exemption by creating a full exemption for certain totally disabled veterans meeting income limits and a 50% exemption for others, while preserving existing benefits. The author, a disabled Marine veteran, and multiple veterans’ organizations testified that the measure would help veterans remain in their homes and keep them in California; a Gold Star spouse also spoke in support. The bill was moved on a due pass motion to the Committee on Appropriations, with the roll held open until additional members arrived, and the consent calendar was later approved 4-0.
Next, the committee heard AB 2054, which updates the definition of covered active duty for paid family leave purposes so military families can qualify when service members are deployed, activated for emergencies such as wildfires, or sent to extended training. Supporters, including Department of Defense and veterans’ representatives, said the bill reflects modern military service and protects families during disruptions. The committee also heard AB 2531, which would expand an existing uncompensated care grant program so veterans denied abortion care through the federal VA system can access support, and would add abortion resource information to CalVet materials. Support came from Planned Parenthood, the California Medical Association, the Lieutenant Governor’s office, and others; one member of the public raised concerns about coercion but did not clearly oppose the bill. All three bills were advanced on due pass motions to Appropriations, and the meeting adjourned after the final votes.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, April 22, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The war has also caused country.
- Your president did that by going to war in an unauthorized war in the Middle East.
- Your president did that by going to war in an unauthorized war in the Middle East.
- </c> by going to war in an unauthorized war by going to war in an unauthorized war in<02:46:50.479><c
- </c> more for gas than they were when the war more for gas than they were when the war started<02:54:
Keywords:
David Scott, Representative David Scott, Georgia, House resolution, memorial resolution, condolence resolution, death of a member, adjournment in honor, Congressional tribute, House of Representatives, ceremonial resolution, obituary resolution, Clean Air Act, wildfire risk, air quality monitoring, exceptional events, regulations, environmental policy, energy efficiency, federal buildings
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Public Service Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on Public Service
Transcript Highlights:
- turns the laws of war upside down.
- Today, Hanin texted me, 'I hope the war ends. We are tired.'
- War II in the Japanese American internment camps in Arizona.
- And what I see each and every day in this war on Gaza breaks my heart.
- These are unequivocally war crimes. We should not be paying for them.
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on Public Service
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Public Service held a hearing focused first on teacher retirement legislation, especially H. 2932 and S. 1884, which would give long-serving educators a one-time opportunity to enroll in Retirement Plus after the program’s 2001 rollout was described as confusing and inconsistently communicated. Legislators, union leaders, and many teachers testified that some educators missed the opt-in window because of faulty notices, leave status, transfers, or misinformation about payroll deductions, and that many have had to work several extra years as a result. Supporters said the bills would correct an unfair administrative error, provide a buyback option with interest, and could also save local school districts money by allowing earlier retirements. Representative Mark Sylvia also testified for H. 4234, a Fairhaven-specific bill to raise the age limit for special police officers from 65 to 70 and clarify appointing authority, citing experience and budget needs.
The committee then heard testimony on several pension investment and divestment bills. Supporters of H. 2811 and related climate-risk measures argued that PRIM should assess, disclose, and address climate-related financial risk in the state pension fund, warning that fossil fuel investments could threaten long-term returns and public finances. Environmental advocates and financial experts said climate risk is systemic and urged transparency, divestment planning, and alignment with the Commonwealth’s climate goals. Another set of speakers supported H. 2984, which would divest pension investments from companies selling weapons to Israel; they argued the state should not be complicit in violence in Gaza and cited humanitarian and human rights concerns. Additional testimony supported H. 2900 and S. 1869 to divest from the firearm industry, with speakers saying pension investments should not undermine Massachusetts gun laws.
No votes were taken during the hearing. The chairs repeatedly thanked speakers, limited testimony time, and noted that written testimony could be submitted later. The hearing concluded with the committee moving through the sign-up list and hearing extensive public testimony on the teacher retirement and divestment proposals.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider the nomination of Reed Rubinstein, of Maryland, to be Legal Adviser of the Department of State; to be immediately followed by a hearing to examine the nominations of David Perdue, of Georgia, to be Ambassador to the Peopl Apr 3rd, 2025 at 09:30 am
Foreign Relations Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Specifically, the United States is facing unprecedented drug war.
- She is a New York Times best-selling author. extremely successful media career.
- If you believe that this is a new kind of war, it's not a coal war, it's not a kinetic war, it's a different
- We have a drug war going on right now in the United States with fentanyl.
- Fortunately, they called off, apparently, the war plan on Taiwan.
Committee:
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Keywords:
committee meeting, bill discussions, nomination, David Perdue, Monica Crawley, U.S.-China relations, foreign policy
Summary:
The meeting of the committee was marked by significant discussions regarding various bills, including HB22 and SB5. A notable moment was the introduction of nominees Senator David Perdue and Ms. Monica Crawley, which led to discussions on the implications of their roles, particularly in relation to U.S.-China relations and foreign policy. Members exchanged views on the nominees' qualifications, emphasizing the importance of leadership in foreign diplomacy. Additionally, the committee heard testimonies from several witnesses both supporting and opposing certain bills, showcasing the diverse perspectives present.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, March 25, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> two bronze service stars, the World War two bronze service stars, the World War II<00:26:35.039>
- </c> president, the power to declare war. president, the power to declare war.
- It's authority.
- </c><02:57:01.439><c> at</c> not utilize section 117 authorities at not utilize section 117 authorities
- </c> Japan and Germany combined in World War Japan and Germany combined in World War II.<06:24:57.600
Keywords:
House resolution, committee assignment, standing committee, House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, committee membership, committee seniority, Mr. Menefee, Mr. Riley of New York, House organization, congressional procedure, internal rules, legislative administration, Energy Conservation, Energy Standards, Department of Energy, Higher Education Act, Foreign Contracts, rules resolution, House Rules Committee, Congressional Review Act
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
EIG-TCA, EIG Public Hearings 03-25-2025
Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- prioritize the citizens of Hawaii over, um, uh, pushing Congress for uh any more funds for the Ukrainian war
- ><c> think</c><00:21:50.640><c> we</c><00:21:50.880><c> saw</c><00:21:51.120><c> last</c> Ukrainian war
- Um I think we saw last Ukrainian war.
- War that has that country is known to be the most corrupt country on the planet.
- </c> uh requesting the counties to authorize uh requesting the counties to authorize a<00:28:16.640><
Committee:
Senate Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs
Summary:
The joint Committee on Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs and Committee on Transportation, Culture, and the Arts heard several resolutions, with most public testimony focused on Senate Concurrent Resolution 159 and Senate Resolution 129, which urge continued U.S. support for the Ukrainian military. Testimony on those measures was largely opposed, with witnesses arguing Hawaii should prioritize local needs such as homelessness, infrastructure, and cost of living over additional aid to Ukraine; one support testimony was noted from the Democratic Party of Hawaii. Despite the opposition, both committees recommended passage with technical, nonsubstantive amendments, and the recommendations were adopted.
The committees also considered transportation-related resolutions. Senate Concurrent Resolution 182 and Senate Resolution 152 would initiate a summer streets pilot program, and Senate Concurrent Resolution 200 and Senate Resolution 180 would ask AMPO to coordinate a transportation management training program. Testimony on the summer streets proposal included support and opposition, with one witness saying community input should be gathered through existing district and community meetings rather than creating a pilot. The training-program measure drew opposition from a witness who argued it would add unnecessary bureaucracy. Both pairs were recommended for passage, with the summer streets resolutions passed unamended and the training-program resolutions passed with technical amendments.
In the Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs committee, Senate Concurrent Resolution 18 and Senate Resolution 14, concerning relocation of the Pearl City post office to Navy property, were recommended for passage with technical amendments. The committee also heard extensive testimony on Senate Concurrent Resolution 136 and Senate Resolution 150, which call for a geothermal energy working group. Supporters included the State Energy Office, PUC, consumer advocate, and others, though the energy office asked to move the report deadline to 2027. Opponents raised concerns about cost, health impacts, environmental risks, and Native Hawaiian representation. The chair proposed amendments to add a Native Hawaiian member, the consumer advocate, and the House and Senate energy committee chairs, clarify participation by utility, geothermal, and nonprofit representatives, and extend the report deadline to 2027. The resolutions were then recommended for passage with amendments, and all recommendations were adopted before adjournment.