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OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Mar 26th, 2026 at 08:30 am
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- To the deferred maintenance and it can't be used for any other operation.
- It's strictly only used for deferred maintenance, not operational.
- That's the mission of the agency, and That's how they're to operate.
- It will be defined as the transforming maternal health model.
- So this is the health care authority language that they needed put into this bill.
Bills:
SB65 , SB248 , SB330 , SB378 , SB844 , SB1330 , SB1410 , SB1475 , SB1476 , SB1565 , SB1618 , SB1623 , SJR39 , SJR47 , SB2084 , SB1655 , SB1679 , SB2174 , SB1775 , SB1873 , SB1204 , SB1884 , SB1916 , SB1937 , SB1447 , SB1500 , SB2007 , SB2074 , SB1944 , SB2018 , SB1984 , SB2026 , SB2045 , SB2049 , SB2062 , SB2112 , SB2118 , SB2127 , SB2134 , SB2135 , SB2139 , SB2154 , SB1195
Keywords:
SB65, naloxone, Narcan, opioid overdose, overdose reversal, opioid antagonist, emergency opioid antagonist, substance abuse services, harm reduction, public health, overdose prevention, good samaritan, civil immunity, criminal immunity, controlled substances, addiction treatment, fentanyl, opioid crisis, school overdose response, first aid
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Mar 26th, 2026
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It provides coordinated health, behavioral health, and social support services for children in foster
- Some examples of these important services include primary health care, preventive health care, vision
- This creates a health care issue.
- We're talking about health care access here, community health care access to all of our Oklahomans.
- We're talking about health care access here, community health care access to all of our Oklahomans.
Bills:
SB65 , SB248 , SB330 , SB378 , SB844 , SB1330 , SB1410 , SB1475 , SB1476 , SB1565 , SB1618 , SB1623 , SJR39 , SJR47 , SB2084 , SB1655 , SB1679 , SB2174 , SB1775 , SB1873 , SB1204 , SB1884 , SB1916 , SB1937 , SB1447 , SB1500 , SB2007 , SB2074 , SB1944 , SB2018 , SB1984 , SB2026 , SB2045 , SB2049 , SB2062 , SB2112 , SB2118 , SB2127 , SB2134 , SB2135 , SB2139 , SB2154 , SB1195
Keywords:
SB65, naloxone, Narcan, opioid overdose, overdose reversal, opioid antagonist, emergency opioid antagonist, substance abuse services, harm reduction, public health, overdose prevention, good samaritan, civil immunity, criminal immunity, controlled substances, addiction treatment, fentanyl, opioid crisis, school overdose response, first aid
Summary:
The Senate first considered Senate Bill 1623, a measure updating the state charter for state-regulated credit unions to make them more competitive with federal credit unions. Two amendments were adopted: one changing certain board authority language from “shall” to “may,” and another restoring the title. Supporters said the bill was the product of years of negotiation with bankers and credit unions and would not affect national banks; after questions about membership expansion and census-tract service areas, the bill passed 44-0.
The chamber then took up Senate Joint Resolution 39, which would send to voters a constitutional amendment lowering annual caps on assessed-value growth for homestead and agricultural property from 3% to 1%, and for other property from 5% to 3%. Proponents argued it would slow property-tax growth, help seniors and fixed-income homeowners stay in their homes, and not reduce government revenue but only slow future growth; opponents warned it would reduce local revenue growth for schools, counties, infrastructure, and bonding capacity, and would disproportionately benefit higher-value property owners. The resolution passed 38-8, and the special-election referral also passed 38-8.
Senate Joint Resolution 47, which would place current voter ID requirements into the Constitution, also advanced and passed 39-8, with the special-election provision passing by the same margin. Supporters said it simply constitutionalized existing law requiring proof of identity and would preserve election security; critics said Oklahoma already has voter ID rules, the measure was unnecessary, and the language could create uncertainty for absentee voters and future changes. Debate also touched on provisional ballots, military and overseas voting, and whether the measure would make future adjustments harder.
Later, Senate Bill 2084 passed 35-7 and as an emergency measure. The bill limits wrongful-termination settlements for faculty members at higher education institutions to two times annual salary, including pay and accrued benefits. Supporters said it would provide certainty for universities and regents; questions focused on tenure, free-speech claims, and how the cap would interact with existing tort limits. The Senate also passed Senate Bill 1655 unanimously to allow Oklahoma Complete Health’s Children’s Specialty Program to contact adoptive parents and offer continued voluntary services for post-adoption children, and Senate Bill 1679 was introduced as the “Preserving Oklahoma Values Act,” aimed at codifying adherence to the U.S. and Oklahoma Constitutions and rejecting foreign law, with debate beginning over its enforcement and scope.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-02-19 (9:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 108 May 2nd, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- That's not how businesses operate.
- That's not how businesses operate.
- That's not how businesses operate.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- I think having these remote-operated cameras for wolf trappers will make it economically feasible for
- In front of you, you have health... with rules going forward.
- In front of you, you have health. My name is Carrie Semelroth, State Senator, District 17.
- We tend to operate on the sides of cliffs.
- Workforce training: after COVID, we had several senior operators leave.
Committee:
Senate Resources and Environment
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Emergency Management Committee Jun 23rd, 2026
Emergency Management
Transcript Highlights:
- It's a public health responsibility.
- It's a heartbreak no parent should endure.
- care or behavioral health services.
- to do that, a food bank, a 911 operator, whomever.
- The motion is do pass to Health. The current vote is five to one. The motion is do pass to Health.
Committee:
Senate Emergency Management
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Health and Human Services - 03/04/26
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- And when the operating funeral director.
- </c> ...provide the best possible health outcomes for my patients.
- </c> is operating at a three to one return. is operating at a three to one return.
- care coverage, who will lose health care coverage.
- </c><01:29:01.960><c> care</c> it is a failure of our health care it is a failure of our health care
Committee:
Senate Health and Human Services
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee 2/23/26
Transportation Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Excessive speed is a public health crisis.
- Thank you. speed is a public health crisis. I know speed is a public health crisis.
- The carpet pattern, the gray brain.
- </c><00:35:33.839><c> injury</c> grow up now with traumatic brain injury grow up now with traumatic brain
- </c> and vehicle services operating account. and vehicle services operating account.
Committee:
House Transportation Finance and Policy
Keywords:
intelligent speed assistance, transportation, speeding offenses, public safety, license restrictions, speed control, pedestrian safety, traffic safety, roadway improvements, nonmotorized transportation, crosswalks, sidewalks, bike lanes, complete streets, Vision Zero, Toward Zero Deaths, MnDOT, Department of Transportation, Department of Public Safety, local road authority
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Full Formal with Calendar) Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:00 am
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Tarr: exemption from taxation for structures and buildings essential to the operation of agricultural
- The economics of farming operations, and I want to express my gratitude to the gentlelady from Amherst
- President, with regard to one of the most pressing things that our farming operations are facing.
- Tarr, health and wellness. Question comes on adoption of the amendment.
- In fact, the way that we operate now is new.
Summary:
The Senate resumed debate on An Act Fostering Agricultural Resilience in Massachusetts and considered a series of amendments focused on farm economics, land preservation, energy, labor, and agricultural education. Senator Tarr’s Amendment 5, allowing local-option tax exemptions for newly constructed farm buildings for up to five years, was adopted by a roll call vote of 38-0. Several other Tarr amendments were debated but not adopted, including proposals on APR criteria and climate resilience, a one-stop permit and grant portal, a foreign-ownership farmland registry, horse-riding instructor licensing, expanding farm-based renewable energy, a farm stand waiver process, non-agricultural conversion notice requirements, and a health and wellness amendment. Senator Mark’s Amendment 20, creating a Massachusetts Food Tourism Task Force to support marketing and procurement of agricultural goods, was adopted. Senator Gomez’s Amendment 41 on farmworker fairness and wage protections was withdrawn after discussion, with Senators Eldridge and Comerford speaking in support of continued work on the issue. Senator Fattman’s Amendment 34, directing a study of agricultural schools and regional workforce needs, was adopted by roll call vote 37-0.
The chamber also took up several procedural matters and extension orders. The Senate adopted a Ways and Means amendment and then ordered the agricultural bill to a third reading before passing it to be engrossed by a roll call vote of 39-0. Separately, the Senate adopted extension orders for the Committee on Revenue and the Committee on Financial Services, with Senators Eldridge and Feeney explaining the need for additional time on revenue and financial services bills; Senator Tarr raised concerns about the scope and duration of some of the extensions. The Senate also approved an extension for a financial technology services bill.
In addition to legislative action, the Senate observed a moment of silence in memory of Mark K. Harris after a motion by Senators Collins and Miranda, and recognized guests for Youth Mentoring Day and the Mass Mentoring Program. The chamber also passed a memorial overpass designation for U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Raymond G. Torville and a local alcohol-license bill for the town of Topsfield. The session concluded with an order to adjourn until the next day at 11 a.m., with the adjournment also dedicated to the memory of Mark K. Harris.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Full Formal with Calendar) Apr 1st, 2026
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Tarr: exemption from taxation for structures and buildings essential to the operation of agricultural
- The economics of farming operations, and I want to express my gratitude to the gentlelady from Amherst
- President, with regard to one of the most pressing things that our farming operations are facing.
- Tarr, health and wellness. Question comes on adoption of the amendment.
- In fact, the way that we operate now is new.
Summary:
The Senate resumed consideration of An Act Fostering Agricultural Resilience in Massachusetts and took up a series of amendments focused on farm taxation, land preservation, permitting, renewable energy, marketing, and labor standards. Amendment 5, offered by Senator Tarr, would allow local option tax exemptions for newly constructed farm buildings for up to five years; it was supported by Senator Comerford and adopted by a roll call vote of 38-0. Amendment 20, offered by Senator Mark, created a Massachusetts Food Tourism Task Force to improve marketing and promotion of agricultural goods, and it was also adopted. Several other Tarr amendments were debated but rejected, including proposals on APR criteria, a one-stop permitting and grants portal, foreign ownership tracking in the farmland registry, horse-riding instruction licensure, higher solar/agrovoltaics caps on farmland, farm stand waiver flexibility, notice before conversion of registered farmland, and a health and wellness amendment.
A major point of debate was Amendment 41, offered by Senator Gomez, which sought to extend wage and hour protections to agricultural laborers, including raising the subminimum wage, adding overtime, paid breaks, and paid time off. Senator Gomez described the measure as a correction to racist historical exclusions, and Senator Eldridge and Senator Comerford spoke in support of stronger worker protections and continued negotiations. The sponsor ultimately withdrew the amendment, saying talks with stakeholders and Senate leadership would continue. The chamber also heard a brief recognition for youth mentoring guests and later adopted a study amendment from Senator Fattman directing an assessment of the need for a Central Massachusetts agricultural school; that amendment passed 37-0.
After the agricultural bill was amended by the Senate Ways and Means amendment and ordered to a third reading, the Senate passed the bill, An Act Fostering Agricultural Resilience in Massachusetts (S. 3029), to be engrossed by a vote of 39-0. The Senate then adopted several committee extension orders, including extensions for the Revenue Committee and the Financial Services Committee, with some discussion about the number and scope of bills covered. The chamber also passed a local bill designating the U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Raymond G. Torville Veterans Memorial Overpass in Sandwich and another local alcohol licensing bill for Topsfield. The session ended with recognitions for community and youth groups, a motion to adjourn in memory of Mark K. Harris, and adjournment to the following day at 11 a.m.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Emergency Management Committee Jun 23rd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- It's a public health responsibility.
- It's a heartbreak no parent should endure.
- care or behavioral health services.
- And I think that element... ...operations.
- The motion is do pass to Health. The current vote is five to one. The motion is do pass to Health.
Summary:
The committee heard presentations on several emergency-management-related bills. AB 1749 would prohibit drones from knowingly or recklessly interfering with wildfire suppression or other emergency response airspace and authorize civil enforcement with penalties up to $75,000 per violation. AB 1540 would restore the 988 “press 3” option for LGBTQ+ suicide prevention, with the author and supporters describing it as a needed crisis lifeline; opponents argued the bill was unnecessary and criticized the Trevor Project. AB 1805 would overhaul oversight of the state’s troubled next-generation 911 project by strengthening the advisory board, requiring quarterly reports, and mandating an independent technical evaluation and audit. AB 1832 would create a statewide 2-1-1 support fund and a community needs dashboard to expand and stabilize 2-1-1 services. AB 2543 would require EV charging operators to develop emergency management plans and identify backup power or charging options during disasters, with opponents arguing it singled out one industry and could slow deployment.
Testimony was largely in support of AB 1540, AB 1805, and AB 1832, with many public agencies, behavioral health groups, fire organizations, and local governments backing the measures. AB 1540 drew emotional testimony from a parent who lost a child to suicide, while AB 1805 received support from police chiefs, dispatchers, and the Legislative Analyst’s Office, which discussed the need for an independent technical review of regional versus statewide 911 system options. AB 1832 supporters emphasized that 2-1-1 helps divert non-emergency calls from 911 and provides critical disaster information and referrals. AB 2543 drew opposition from EV charging companies and industry groups, who said the bill imposed unique obligations on private operators and did not address all fuel types.
After debate, the committee voted to advance all of the measures. AB 1540 was sent to Senate Health, AB 1749 to Senate Judiciary, AB 1805 to Senate Privacy, Digital Technology, and Consumer Protection, AB 1832 to Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications, and AB 2543 to Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications with amendments to be taken in the next committee. The consent item, AB 1836, was also approved. Final recorded votes were overwhelmingly in favor, with AB 2543 receiving the most opposition but still passing the committee.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee 4/8/26
Transportation Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- That does not include any dollar amount for long-term operating or maintenance obligations.
- We're not talking about pedestrians or transit riders, let alone public health.
- We're not talking about pedestrians or transit riders let alone public health.
- This is one of the most expensive things we'll endure. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
- This is the more one of the most expensive things will endure. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Bills:
HF4807
Committee:
House Transportation Finance and Policy
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Organizational business meeting to consider committee rules, an original resolution authorizing expenditures by the committee during the 119th Congress, S.347, to amend the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 Feb 5th, 2025 at 09:30 am
Environment and Public Works Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- nanoplastics have been turning up in a lot of unwelcome places, like human blood, human hearts, human brains
- We're still learning how plastics affect human health, but the effects potentially include cancer, diabetes
- from drinking water and clean up heavily polluted communities won't move forward, endangering public health
- But if the Trump administration continues to illegally seize funding and unconstitutionally stop operating
- is an inflection point for all of us, allows the historic nature of this committee to continue to operate
Keywords:
brownfields, brownfield cleanup, site remediation, environmental cleanup, contaminated property, redevelopment, revitalization, CERCLA, Superfund, EPA grants, state response programs, environmental justice, disadvantaged communities, small communities, local government grants, nonprofit eligibility, community engagement, Alaska Native tribes, Regional Corporations, Village Corporations
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services Mar 18th, 2025
Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- The campaign will focus on early detection, brain health, risk reduction, clinical trial access, and
- This makes health care in Florida less safe for all of us.
- Physicians will stay, health care will get more affordable.
- The Florida Department of Health and Agency for Health Care Administration are greatly failing all of
- health care in the nation.
Summary:
The committee met with a quorum and considered several health-related bills. SB 398, by Senator Burgess, would create a statewide Alzheimer’s and dementia awareness campaign through the Department of Elder Affairs, focused on early detection, brain health, risk reduction, clinical trial access, and community resources. Supporters said Florida has a large and growing Alzheimer’s population and that the campaign would help families and vulnerable communities; the bill was reported favorably after a roll call vote. The committee also adopted an amendment to SB 714, by Senator Burton, which would create non-opioid advanced directives and add liability protections for providers in medical emergencies involving opioids. Supporters framed it as a patient-choice measure, while opponents argued it was vague and could interfere with appropriate pain treatment; the amended bill was then reported favorably.
The committee also approved CS/SB 756, which removes the current age-eight diagnosis requirement for autism-related insurance coverage and extends coverage beyond age 18 for those diagnosed with autism. Senator Burton said the bill would help families whose children are diagnosed later or whose needs continue into adulthood. There was brief discussion about existing lifetime benefit caps, but the sponsor said the bill did not change those limits. The committee then took up SB 734, a proposal by Senator Yarbrough to repeal Florida’s wrongful death exception that bars certain parents and adult children from recovering non-economic damages in medical negligence cases. The sponsor and supporters described the current law as discriminatory and unjust, especially for families of older adults and disabled individuals, while opponents warned it would raise malpractice costs, increase premiums, and worsen provider shortages. The bill drew extensive public testimony from both grieving family members and health care/insurance representatives, and members debated whether caps or other safeguards should be added. No final action on SB 734 is reflected in the transcript excerpt.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c> regional CTE centers and health regional CTE centers and health insurance<00:45:41.560><c> risk<
- </c> operate our schools. operate our schools.
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- </c> recently introduced the Healthy Brains recently introduced the Healthy Brains Act, Act, Act, an<
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Mar 11th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- I think having these remote-operated cameras for wolf trappers will make it economically feasible for
- In front of you, you have health... with rules going forward.
- In front of you, you have health. My name is Carrie Semelroth, State Senator, District 17.
- We see a minute to 30 seconds in recharge, and we are back to normal operating levels in the aquifer.
- Workforce training: After COVID, we had several senior operators leave.
Summary:
The committee first heard House Joint Memorial 13, which urges Congress and the Trump administration to codify and follow the Supreme Court’s Sackett v. EPA decision and remove pre-Sackett guidance on federal wetland jurisdiction. Senator Lakey, attorney Damien Schiff, and Mike and Chantelle Sackett testified in support, describing the EPA’s enforcement actions against the Sacketts and arguing the decision should be fully implemented. The memorial was moved to the floor with a do pass recommendation and passed on voice vote.
The committee then heard House Bill 678, which would allow the use of transmitting trail cameras to help wolf trappers comply with trap-check requirements. The sponsor and supporters from the Idaho Farm Bureau, Idaho Wildlife Federation, Fish and Game Commission, Idaho Trappers Association, and livestock groups said the bill would improve efficiency and humane treatment while helping manage wolf populations. The Idaho Conservation League asked for amendments, arguing the bill removed a clear minimum standard for how long an animal may remain trapped. The motion to send the bill to the floor with a do pass recommendation passed.
Next, the committee approved several DOGE Task Force cleanup bills: House Bill 566, repealing the unused STORE outdoor recreation enhancement fund; House Bill 568, repealing obsolete code on floating timber and townsite claims; and House Bill 774, repealing minimum fines for certain illegal hunting offenses because those penalties are covered elsewhere in code. Each bill was moved to the floor with a do pass recommendation and approved by voice vote. The committee also approved minutes from February 16, 18, and 23, 2026.
After a recess, the committee received a presentation from the Idaho Water Users Association on North Idaho water issues. Presenters from Hayden Lake Irrigation District, Lewiston Orchards Irrigation District, and East Green Acres Irrigation District discussed aging infrastructure, urban growth, aquifer conditions, workforce training, and water supply challenges in North Idaho. They described recent and planned projects supported by state funding, concerns about future demand, and the need for continued investment and coordination. No formal action was taken on the water presentation, and the meeting adjourned after questions about a forthcoming Coeur d’Alene tribal water rights settlement bill.
HI
Bills:
SCR56 , SCR79 , SCR85 , SCR120 , SCR129 , SCR181 , SCR63 , SCR112 , SCR194 , SCR195 , SCR196 , HB202 , HB963 , HB1050 , HB1511 , HB1546 , HB1550 , HB1553 , HB1643 , HB1656 , HB1658 , HB1664 , HB1667 , HB1682 , HB1700 , HB1721 , HB1810 , HB1823 , HB1824 , HB1878 , HB1969 , HB2005 , HB2078 , HB2152 , HB2246 , HB2270 , HB2279 , HB2289 , HB2385 , HB2417 , HB2429 , HB2503 , HB2599 , SB253 , SB847 , SB1142 , SB1432 , SB2043 , SB2050 , SB2074 , SB2102 , SB2135 , SB2138 , SB2140 , SB2320 , SB2340 , SB2386 , SB2396 , SB2397 , SB2398 , SB2433 , SB2446 , SB2521 , SB2544 , SB2567 , SB2578 , SB2580 , SB2595 , SB2601 , SB2645 , SB2673 , SB2706 , SB2727 , SB2802 , SB2852 , SB2892 , SB2929 , SB2972 , SB3007 , SB3069 , SB3073 , SB3076 , SB3136 , SB3138 , SB3157 , SB3204 , SB3234 , SB3247 , SB3302 , SB3324 , SB3325 , HB1815 , HB2592 , HCR32
Keywords:
lifeguards, first responders, public safety, ocean safety, emergency response, community wellbeing, invasive species, octocoral, Pearl Harbor, environment, Navy responsibility, marine ecosystem, ecosystem preservation, shoreline maintenance, civil service, classification review, compensation systems, labor shortage, employee retention, department collaboration
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Status of Persons with Disabilities Jan 29th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Those with brain injury.
- So, like, there could have been other increases in health care.
- So, like, there could have been other increases in health care.
- You know, obviously make it broader: mental health, you know, significant mental health conditions, other
- health sites.
Summary:
The Workforce Support Subcommittee of the Status of Persons with Disabilities met, approved the prior November minutes, and heard a presentation from the Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers (ADDP) on its 2025 workforce metrics survey. ADDP described its membership and the survey’s scope, which covers community-based services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and brain injury. The presenters said 102 of 132 members responded, and reported that overall vacancy rates improved for the third straight year, falling from 19% in 2024 to 15% in 2025, with declines across all program types. However, they emphasized that nearly 4,000 positions remain unfilled, licensed practical nurse and clinician vacancies remain especially high, and almost 1,800 people are still waiting for day services.
ADDP also highlighted a new survey question on health insurance costs, reporting that nearly 90% of respondents saw premium increases averaging 11%, which providers said limits their ability to offer competitive wages and benefits. Members and commissioners discussed the significance of the data, the need to balance survey length with useful trend information, and the impact of immigration and workforce availability on provider staffing. ADDP said it plans to repeat the survey in the fall and continue monitoring these pressures.
The subcommittee then elected Rachel Caprillion and Leo Sarkisian as co-chairs by voice vote. Members discussed possible speakers for the next meeting, including state and out-of-state workforce experts, JVS, Josh Cutler or his office, Juan Vega, Human Services Research Institute, and NASDDDS, with an emphasis on training, turnover, apprenticeships, and broader workforce supports. The meeting ended with a motion to adjourn, which was seconded and approved.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection (1-20-26)
Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection
Transcript Highlights:
- This includes cancers such as brain, bladder, colon, non-Hodgkins lymphoma.
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- brain, bladder, colon,<00:03:30.720><c> non-hodkins,</c><00:03:31.760><c> lymphoma.
- ,</c><00:04:06.480><c> over</c> for Occupational Safety and Health, over for Occupational Safety and
- Health, over 65%<00:04:07.519><c> of</c><00:04:07.680><c> firefighters</c><00:04:08.159><c> who</c><00
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jan 20th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- moving forward, but yet are we tackling those issues that drastically affect people, their mental health
- One of her most enduring legacies was her leadership as executive director of the Los Angeles African
- Her impact is enduring. Her leadership is unmatched, and her memory will forever guide our work.
Summary:
The Assembly convened after an initial quorum call and proceeded with routine business, including approval of the previous day’s journal, procedural suspensions, and several file items. Most second-reading, concurrence, veto, and reconsideration items were passed, retained, or continued without debate.
The main floor action was on House Resolution 75, authored by Assembly Member Pellerin, designating January 26 as National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Pellerin and several members from both parties spoke in support, emphasizing survivor-led advocacy, the prevalence of trafficking in California, risks tied to major events and vulnerable populations, and the need for better prevention, data collection, and victim services. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 64 co-authors were added. Assembly Member Avila Farias’s AB 768, relating to mobile home park rent control and affordable housing, also passed with a 60-1 vote.
The Assembly then held multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes for Joy Atkinson, a longtime Los Angeles civic leader and mentor to Black women in public service, with members recounting her work in government, political organizing, and the La P.I.E. leadership institute. Later, Assembly Member Haney offered an adjournment in memory of Bob Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead, highlighting his musical legacy and philanthropy. The House adjourned until Thursday, January 22, at 9 a.m.