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AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Education Policy Committee Feb 26th, 2025
Education Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- If they lose it, they have to buy a new one. If they damage it, they buy a new one as well.
- On it is a magnet that you screw on and off.
- Senator Stuts gives a favorable report on the bill. Thank you, committee members.
- Okay, and then we're back on the bill. Move to favorably report on the bill. Second?
- All right, I just wanted to say to the committee because we're the ones involved in it, that I'm going
Keywords:
K-12 education, wireless communication devices, digital safety, social media education, classroom distraction, three-cueing system, reading instruction, structured literacy, scientific strategies, elder abuse, elder exploitation, financial exploitation, elderly person, senior abuse, probate, inheritance forfeiture, slayer statute, intestate succession, will contest, joint tenancy
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry Committee Feb 26th, 2025
Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Transcript Highlights:
- You should have a one-pager in your packets.
- I have one. Can I ask the first one before we move into the public?
- This bill is vague, filled with poison pills and will only ensure that Alabama patients remain on the
- I'm here on behalf of CRC of Alabama.
- We want to get this medicine to the people of Alabama, to the patients of Alabama.
Keywords:
veterinary medicine, veterinarian-client-patient relationship, prescription refills, animal care, regulatory compliance, agriculture authority, eminent domain, property rights, tax exemption, agriculture center, medical cannabis, cannabis license, integrated facility license, Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission, AMCC, medical marijuana, dispensary, cultivation, processing, license appeal
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine turning back time, focusing on locking the clock. Apr 10th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation will come to order.
- I want to thank the committee for the consideration of the Sunshine Protection Act.
- If we called it the go to work an hour earlier act rather than the Sunshine Protection Act no one would
- One is space.
- Following along on the safety theme, what vehicle technologies can help protect pedestrians?
Keywords:
daylight saving time, Sunshine Protection Act, health impacts, clock change, legislative discussion
Summary:
The committee meeting was dedicated to discussing significant legislative topics, focusing particularly on the implications of daylight saving time (DST). Senator Scott advocated for the Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to eliminate the twice-yearly clock changes and keep daylight saving time year-round. He emphasized the negative health impacts associated with DST, including increased risks of heart attacks and accidents immediately following the time changes. Various witnesses provided personal testimonies and expert opinions, highlighting the confusion and health disruptions caused by the current time change practices.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee 4/10/25
Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- I move that House File 2439 be re-referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.
- I'm going to focus on the middle set of columns. The committee had a minus $10 million target.
- committee was not able to agree on committee was not able to agree on bipartisan<00:09:56.040>
- Are there any questions or comments by anyone on the committee? Not seeing any.
- amended be re-referred to the committee amended be re-referred to the committee on<00:30:04.399>
Bills:
HF2439
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider the nominations of David Fotouhi, of Virginia, to be Deputy Administrator, and Aaron Szabo, of Virginia, to be an Assistant Administrator, both of the Environmental Protection Agency. Mar 13th, 2025 at 12:45 pm
Environment and Public Works Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- And it is one of the ways in which I want to express my frustration with where we are going on climate
- Every single one of your states has a state university.
- So the notion that we're now on a place in which the person in charge of protecting us in this area is
- You're the author of the chapter on BBA, correct? Yes, that is correct. How did you contribute?
- Protection Agency. I move to approve and report the nomination favorably. Is there a second?
Keywords:
Environmental Protection Agency, David Fatui, nominations, climate science, environmental policy, public testimony
Summary:
During this committee meeting, members engaged in substantial discussions regarding the nominations for key positions at the Environmental Protection Agency. The nominations for David Fatui as Deputy Administrator and another nominee received favorable reviews, with several members expressing support for their qualifications and the importance of their roles in addressing environmental issues. Notable conversations highlighted concerns about the current administration's stance on climate science and regulatory practices, particularly focusing on a controversial statement made by one of the nominees that undermined established climate science. Senator Whitehouse expressed deep frustration over the implications of this viewpoint on future environmental policy and regulation.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Environment and Natural Resources Feb 3rd, 2026
Environment and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- The Committee on Environment and Natural Resources will now come to order.
- Good afternoon, Madam Chair, distinguished senators on the committee.
- Does any senator wish to be recorded as voting on bills before the committee today?
- Does any senator wish to be recorded as voting on bills before the committee today?
- Senator, wish to be recorded as voting on bills before the committee today?
Keywords:
battery collection, battery stewardship, environment, recycling, hazardous waste, waste management, regulation, environmental protection, facilities, hazardous materials, coral reefs, natural resource, climate change, coastal flooding, solar facilities, wastewater treatment, nutrient reduction, land conservation, water conservation, Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Summary:
The Environment and Natural Resources Committee met with a quorum and took up several environmental bills and one appointment. SB 1422, as amended by a strike-all focused on coral reef protection and designating coral reefs as critical natural infrastructure, was reported favorably after support from Audubon Florida was noted. The committee then considered SPB 7034, a DEP rule ratification related to minimum flows and levels for the Lower Santa Fe and Ichetucknee Rivers and associated recovery strategy; witnesses from the Florida Springs Council and local river advocates criticized the plan as too delayed and too dependent on a single future water project, while committee members raised questions about funding and utility responsibility. Despite concerns, the committee approved the bill as a committee bill, with Senator Smith voting no.
The committee next heard SB 1510, as amended, which made technical changes to DEP-related provisions including B-MAP notice and timing, septic system requirements in Florida Springs areas, biosolids, fees, land acquisition, and rulemaking procedures. The main public testimony came from the Florida Springs Council, which opposed the 60-day delay for B-MAP effectiveness as harmful to spring restoration, while DEP and others supported the measure. The bill was reported favorably. The committee also considered SB 1196, a targeted siting bill restricting new ash-producing incinerators or waste-to-energy facilities within two miles of large federally authorized water impoundment areas, with an amendment narrowing the practical effect to Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Supporters, including the City of Miramar, argued it would protect water resources and communities; opponents from the Florida Waste-to-Energy Coalition argued it would limit local waste-disposal options and could force more landfilling. The bill was reported favorably.
Finally, the committee heard SB 912, the Safe Battery Collection and Recovery Act, which would require battery stewardship organizations and related recycling plans to keep batteries out of the waste stream. Industry and recycling representatives supported the bill, citing growing battery volumes and fire risks at recycling facilities. The committee also recommended confirmation of Gary Jennings to the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission. All measures were approved favorably except that Senator Smith voted against SPB 7034; the meeting then adjourned.
TX
Bills:
SB 30, SB 517, SB 1313, SB 1314, SB 1316, SB 1541, SB 1698, SB 1845, SB 1860, SB 2420, SB 2429
Keywords:
gambling, criminal offenses, penalties, defense, electronic devices, tobacco advertising, youth protection, public health, criminal offense, retailer regulation, e-cigarettes, nicotine products, health, public safety, regulation, advertising restrictions, health and safety, vaping regulation, manufacturer compliance, directory listing
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee 3/23/26
Agriculture Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- about this a couple times on this committee.
- the committee acts on its adoption? the committee acts on its adoption?
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on re-referred to the committee on re-referred to the committee on environment
Keywords:
eggs, donation, quality assurance, food assistance, charitable programs, agriculture, grain indemnity, financial security, crop insurance, Minnesota agriculture, farm assistance, down payment, state funding, loan modification, rotational grazing, grazing management, livestock, pasture management, soil health, erosion control
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Committee on Natural Resources will now come to order. Madam Clerk, please call the roll.
- So that the witnesses can testify on the committee sub.
- We are on the bill and on the committee substitute, but we do believe this is an important issue and
- Passed through the House Committee on Natural Resources and the Senate Committee on Natural Resources
- Is there any other business to come before Senate Committee on Natural Resources?
Keywords:
concrete plants, environmental regulation, permit process, air quality, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, SB 1061, uranium mining, production area authorization, TCEQ, Water Code, groundwater, groundwater conservation district, restoration table value, restoration values, contested case hearing, Chapter 2001, mineral rights, surface owners, notice requirements, environmental permitting
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Birdwell sends up an expected committee substitute.
- We're on the bill, but it sounds Senator based on my conversation with your staff that the committee
- 104 105 106 a committee sub that we're still waiting on.
- I have a quorum. 1061, you're really good on, okay. Then what I want to do is vote on 1061.
- So with that, is there any other business to come before the Senate Committee on Natural Resources?
Keywords:
concrete plants, environmental regulation, permit process, air quality, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, SB 1061, uranium mining, production area authorization, TCEQ, Water Code, groundwater, groundwater conservation district, restoration table value, restoration values, contested case hearing, Chapter 2001, mineral rights, surface owners, notice requirements, environmental permitting
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs Feb 24th, 2025
Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Committee on Water and Agriculture and Rural Affairs will come to order.
- hold on that and then we have one that has fiscal notes we're going to hold on those so we will have
- Come on. Come on. I have a long history on cat wrestling. At this time we'll open up public.
- one so would state your name position on the bill.
- There any other business nope all right then Senate bill Senate Committee on water and agriculture and
Keywords:
hunting license, fishing license, donation, operation game thief fund, wildlife conservation, livestock, electronic registry, marks and brands, Texas Animal Health Commission, animal identification, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement, enforcement suspension, utility consolidation, regionalization, water supply, sewer
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Water and Agriculture and Rural Affairs convened under the leadership of Chairman Kelly Hancock, who opened the meeting with a prayer in remembrance of Chairman Perry, who was absent due to a personal loss. The session focused on the discussions surrounding SB384, which aims to support the longstanding initiative known as Operation Game Thief. Senator Flores presented the bill, emphasizing its essential role in the fight against poaching through public support. The operation has a successful track record of convictions but is currently dependent on donations and merchandise sales for funding. The committee aimed to vote on multiple bills during this session, contingent on achieving a quorum. Notably, discussions also revolved around fiscal notes on two bills that were set aside for later consideration, indicating the committee's intention to carefully manage their legislative decisions. The meeting showcased a productive atmosphere, with committee members actively engaged in the review and potential advancement of key legislative measures.
HI
Keywords:
HI Senate YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyHQgbx6HQk, 2026-07-02T01:22:43+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Ka ‘Aha Kenekoa
THE SENATE
Ka ‘Aha ‘Ōlelo Kanakolu
THE THIRTIETH LEGISLATURE
‘Aha Kau Kānāwai 2020
REGULAR SESSION OF 2020
Ke Kōmike ‘Enehana
COMMITTEE ON TECHNOLOGY
Kenekoa/Senator Jarrett Keohokalole, Luna Ho‘omalu/Chair
Kenekoa/Senator J. Kalani English, Hope Luna Ho‘omalu/Vice Chair
Ke Kōmike Hana Aupuni
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
Kenekoa/Senator Laura H. Thielen, Luna Ho‘omalu/Chair
Kenekoa/Senator Lorraine R. Inouye, Hope Luna Ho‘omalu/Vice Chair
‘Ōlelo Ho‘olaha No Ka ‘Aha Ho‘olohe
NOTICE OF HEARING
Lā / DATE: Pō‘alua, Pepeluali 11, 2020/ Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Hola / TIME: 1:00 PM
Wahi / PLACE: Lumi ‘Aha Kūkā 229 / Conference Room 229
Ke Kapikala Moku‘āina / State Capitol
415 South Beretania Street
Papa Kumuhana
A G E N D A
SB 62, SD1
(SSCR2422)
Status & Testimony
RELATING TO TECHNOLOGY.
Requires the legislature, state departments, and boards and commissions to livestream its public hearings and develop procedures for receiving remote testimony. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
TEC/GVO, WAM
Inā lawa ka manawa, e ho‘oholo mana‘o ma hope pono.
Decision Making to follow, if time permits., 912, senate, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Health Services (2-5-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- Welcome to our Senate Standing Committee on Health Services.
- So many on this committee saw it then, but also to acknowledge that freestanding birthing centers lead
- So many on this committee saw it then, but also to acknowledge that freestanding birthing centers lead
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Keywords:
00:00 Introductions
02:46 Roll Call
03:35 Discussion on SB 14
46:13 Vote on SB 14
48:07 Discussion on SB 17
50:38 Vote on SB 17, 958, all
Summary:
The Senate Standing Committee on Health Services opened with the chair welcoming several new members and outlining session rules: hearings would start and end on time, the committee would limit the number of bills heard each meeting, prioritize bills heard during the interim, and generally avoid using the consent calendar except in extreme circumstances. The committee then briefly considered administrative regulations, which were treated as approved if members had no questions.
The main item was Senate Bill 14, a measure addressing the 340B drug discount program. The chair said the bill had already passed the Senate in a prior session and had been heard in interim, so he did not present it again. He described the bill as prohibiting drug manufacturers from discriminating against 340B covered entities by refusing 340B pricing when the same drug is offered at that price in the state. He also said the committee would not debate the federal 340B program itself, but would hear testimony on the bill.
Hospital leaders and Kentucky Hospital Association representatives testified in support, arguing that 340B savings are essential to rural hospitals, oncology services, transportation support, chronic care, addiction recovery, and new service lines such as chemotherapy and hepatitis treatment. They said the program helps keep care close to home and that manufacturer restrictions on contract pharmacies have reduced access and cost hospitals millions. Opponents from BIO Kentucky and the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions argued the bill would expand federal law beyond Congress’s intent, create administrative burdens, and not lower patient out-of-pocket costs. The chair repeatedly pressed opponents to address why Kentucky should be denied the same 340B pricing available in other states. No vote on the bill was taken in the portion provided.
DE
Delaware 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Natural Resources & Energy Committee Meeting Jun 17th, 2026
Natural Resources & Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- public comment are available on the website under this committee meeting's notice and will also be shared
- If it receives enough signatures for release from committee, it will be reported out on the legislative
- release from committee, it will be reported out on the legislative website and announced on the House
- committee for your work to protect the natural resources of the First State.
- The secretary, several of us are serving on this same committee in all likelihood.
Bills:
SB9
Keywords:
wetlands protection, nontidal wetlands, Delaware, environmental sustainability, climate change, carbon sink, permitting process
Summary:
The House Natural Resources and Energy Committee met and first considered SB 321 with Senate Amendment 1, the community solar utility billing bill. The sponsor explained that it would consolidate the two-bill system for community solar subscribers into one utility bill, with the utility forwarding the subscriber fee to the solar facility through an escrow mechanism so costs are not shifted to other ratepayers. Testimony from the solar industry, the Public Advocate, and environmental advocates supported the measure, emphasizing easier enrollment, fewer barriers for low-income customers, and guaranteed savings. The committee initially lacked enough members present to release the bill, but after a roll call vote it was released from committee.
The committee then heard SB 9 with Senate Amendment 1, a wetlands protection bill creating a state non-tidal freshwater wetlands permitting program. The sponsor and DNREC described a framework of exemptions, general permits, and individual permits based on wetland type and value, with an advisory committee to develop regulations. Witnesses explained that “exceptional value” wetlands would include unique wetland communities and high-functioning wetlands, and that the bill was intended to preserve important habitat while allowing farming, drainage, and other exempt activities to continue. Some members raised concerns about flooding, land classification, and the balance of the advisory committee, while supporters said the bill was the product of broad stakeholder consensus and would protect wetlands without unduly harming agriculture or development.
Public comment on SB 9 was strongly supportive from environmental groups, the Delaware Native Species Commission, the Home Builders Association, the Farm Bureau, The Nature Conservancy, and affordable housing advocates, who said the bill balanced conservation with practical land use concerns. After remote testimony, the committee took a roll call vote and SB 9 was released from committee. The meeting concluded with remarks thanking the chair for her service and instructions for members to sign the backers before adjournment.
DE
Delaware 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Natural Resources & Energy Committee Meeting Jun 17th, 2026
Natural Resources & Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- If it receives enough signatures for release from committee, it will be reported out on the legislative
- committee for your work to protect natural resources for the First State.
- The Secretary, several of us are serving on this same committee in all likelihood.
- I signed on the wrong admin committee.
- They're both released from committee because I signed on the wrong admin committee ended, so they'll
Bills:
SB9
Keywords:
wetlands protection, nontidal wetlands, Delaware, environmental sustainability, climate change, carbon sink, permitting process
Summary:
The House Natural Resources and Energy Committee met to consider two Senate bills. SB 321, with Senate Amendment 1, would change community solar billing so subscribers receive one consolidated utility bill instead of separate bills from the utility and the solar provider. Supporters said the bill would simplify enrollment and payment, improve customer retention—especially for low-income customers—and include safeguards such as guaranteed savings and an escrow mechanism to prevent cost shifts to other ratepayers. After public testimony from solar developers, the Public Advocate, the Sierra Club, and others, the committee initially lacked enough members present to release the bill, so the vote was circulated to absent members and the bill was later reported out for floor action.
The committee then heard SB 9, with Senate Amendment 1, a long-negotiated wetlands protection bill. The sponsor and DNREC explained that it would create a state non-tidal wetlands program with exemptions for certain agricultural, conservation, and routine activities, general permits for some lower-impact projects, and individual permits for higher-value wetlands. Witnesses described the bill as a compromise among environmental, agricultural, development, and local government stakeholders, while some members raised questions about flooding, landowner impacts, wetland delineation, and the role of the regulatory advisory committee. Public testimony was broadly supportive from environmental groups, the Farm Bureau, builders, engineers, and affordable housing advocates. The committee then voted to release SB 9 from committee.
At the end of the meeting, members offered thanks and remarks recognizing the chair’s service and leadership on environmental and energy issues. Both bills were ultimately released from committee and reported out.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Conference Committee on Health and Human Services Oversight May 5th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Rules
Bills:
SB893
TX
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Children and Senior Advocacy Committee Apr 2nd, 2025
Children and Senior Advocacy
Transcript Highlights:
- Just to keep on or are they required to be there?
- The priority number one is the welfare of the child.
- So that's what that language is trying to focus on. ...that language is trying to focus on.
- But once again, I look forward to working with the committee on mirroring the bill from... ...the committee
- on mirroring the bill from Texas.
Bills:
HB340
Keywords:
child protection, due process, family preservation, child custody, human resources, 1136, house, all
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine bipartisan legislative frameworks for digital assets. Feb 26th, 2025 at 01:30 pm
Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Subcommittee on Digital Assets
Transcript Highlights:
- We're on the precipice.
- Gracias, Chair Loomis, for hosting this hearing and for starting off our work on this. committee with
- protection.
- And I want to focus my questions on kind of better understanding how consumer protections should work
- I come to this with the notion from my role on the intel committee, so I think we've got to make sure
Keywords:
Digital Assets, Bitcoin, Stablecoins, Legislation, Bipartisan, Consumer Protection, Regulatory Framework, Financial Innovation, Testimony
Summary:
The inaugural meeting of the Digital Assets Subcommittee brought a wave of excitement and anticipation regarding the future of digital assets, including Bitcoin and stablecoins. Chair Lummis expressed gratitude towards Senator Scott for establishing the subcommittee, indicating a commitment to promote responsible innovation while safeguarding consumers. Members discussed the necessity for a bipartisan legislative framework to regulate digital asset markets effectively while outlining the potential benefits such legislation could have on enhancing financial inclusion and streamlining payments. The meeting featured expert testimonies from key figures in the digital asset industry, highlighting the importance of creating clear regulatory guidance for digital assets to foster innovation without compromising consumer protections.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health Apr 17th, 2025
S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health
Transcript Highlights:
- We've got a subcommittee, or we've got the full committee that we've got to go vote, be on the floor
- One, we are gonna have to break it like 8:25 to go, uh, vote in another committee, and then the floor
- How is this group different than the one that currently exists? There's not one.
- than I can disagree with this one.
- On top of that.
Bills:
HB231
Keywords:
HB 231, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, permit exemption, dam, reservoir, erosion control, flood control, floodwater control, sediment control, watershed protection, Natural Resources Conservation Service, NRCS, Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Act, local sponsor, water appropriation, small dam, water diversion, maintenance, rehabilitation