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FL
Transcript Highlights:
- revolution, we can proudly claim that it is our free state of Florida that best represents that enduring
- Could a nation based on natural God-given rights endure?
- that order can be maintained, that opportunity can be expanded, and that self-government can in fact endure
Summary:
The Florida House and Senate met in joint session to receive the Governor’s annual message. After opening formalities, prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the appointment of a committee to notify the Governor that the Legislature was ready, the chamber recognized special guests and then received Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis.
In his address, the Governor reviewed what he described as seven years of major accomplishments in Florida, emphasizing fiscal restraint, tax relief, economic growth, education reforms, environmental restoration, disaster response, public safety, and immigration enforcement. He highlighted a larger rainy day fund, reduced debt, record job and business growth, universal school choice, higher teacher pay, Hope Florida, Everglades restoration, stronger hurricane response, and tougher laws on crime and illegal immigration. He also warned about property tax burdens, called for a constitutional path to property tax relief, urged informed consent in medical policy, and raised concerns about artificial intelligence.
The Governor pointed to several bills already filed and urged lawmakers to send him legislation eliminating DEI in local government, further discouraging illegal immigration, expanding Second Amendment rights, and blocking the spread of Sharia law. He closed by asking the Legislature to continue advancing his agenda. After the address, the joint session voted to dissolve.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- revolution, we can proudly claim that it is our free state of Florida that best represents... ...that enduring
- Could a nation based on natural God-given rights long endure?
- that order can be maintained, that opportunity can be expanded, and that self-government can in fact endure
Summary:
The transcript is of a Florida Legislature joint session convened to receive the Governor’s annual message. After the House and Senate were received, a committee was appointed to notify the Governor that the joint session was ready, and the Governor and First Lady were introduced. The Senate President presided, a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance were offered, and the joint session then recessed to await the Governor’s arrival.
Governor Ron DeSantis delivered a lengthy address reviewing his administration’s record over the past seven years. He highlighted fiscal restraint, larger reserves and rainy-day funds, debt reduction, tax cuts, business and job growth, school choice expansion, education reforms, higher teacher pay, civics initiatives, environmental restoration efforts in the Everglades, hurricane response improvements, public safety and immigration enforcement, and opposition to DEI and other ideological policies. He also urged lawmakers to send him bills on issues such as eliminating DEI in local governments, further restricting illegal immigration, expanding Second Amendment rights, and addressing what he described as the creep of Sharia law.
The Governor additionally called for property tax relief through the constitutional amendment process and for legislation emphasizing informed consent in medical decision-making. He warned about risks posed by artificial intelligence and said new technologies should align with American values. No substantive votes were taken on policy matters during the session; after the Governor’s remarks, the joint session adopted a motion to dissolve.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-01-13 (11:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- revolution, we can proudly claim that it is our free state of Florida that best represents that enduring
- Could a nation based on natural God-given rights endure?
- that order can be maintained, that opportunity can be expanded, and that self-government can in fact endure
Summary:
The transcript captures a Florida legislative joint session convened to receive the Governor’s annual message. After the House and Senate formally received the Lieutenant Governor, Cabinet, and Supreme Court, a committee was appointed to notify the Governor, and the Governor was introduced and delivered a lengthy address. The Governor framed Florida as a model of conservative governance and highlighted accomplishments over the past seven years, including budget reserves and rainy day fund growth, debt reduction, tax cuts, economic growth and job creation, universal school choice, teacher pay increases, civics education, higher education reforms, Everglades restoration, hurricane response, public safety measures, immigration enforcement, and opposition to DEI and COVID-era mandates.
The Governor also outlined priorities for the coming session, urging lawmakers to send him bills on issues such as eliminating DEI in local governments, further discouraging illegal immigration, expanding Second Amendment rights, and blocking Sharia law. He additionally called for action on property tax relief, saying homeowners should not pay “perpetual rent” to government, and asked the legislature to place a tax-relief measure before voters. He emphasized emerging concerns about artificial intelligence and medical freedom, arguing for informed consent and ethical limits on new technologies.
After the Governor concluded, the joint session took up a motion to dissolve. The motion was approved, and the joint session adjourned.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- revolution, we can proudly claim that it is our free state of Florida that best represents that enduring
- Could a nation based on natural God-given rights long endure?
- that order can be maintained, that opportunity can be expanded, and that self-government can in fact endure
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-01-13 (11:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- revolution, we can proudly claim that it is our free state of Florida that best represents That enduring
- Could a nation based on natural God-given rights endure?
- that order can be maintained, that opportunity can be expanded, and that self-government can in fact endure
Summary:
The House and Senate met in joint session to receive the Governor’s annual message. After the customary opening, prayer, pledge, and motions to notify the Governor, the Governor and First Lady were received and the Governor delivered a lengthy address reviewing his administration’s record and outlining priorities for the coming session.
The Governor highlighted what he described as major accomplishments over the past seven years, including stronger state reserves, debt reduction, tax relief, economic growth, school choice expansion, higher teacher pay, civics education, higher education reforms, Everglades restoration, hurricane response improvements, public safety measures, and immigration enforcement. He also discussed affordability concerns, especially rising local property taxes, and urged lawmakers to pursue a ballot measure for property tax relief. He called for legislation on informed consent in medical decisions, regulation of artificial intelligence, and bills already filed on issues such as eliminating DEI in local governments, further restricting illegal immigration, expanding Second Amendment rights, and blocking Sharia law.
No substantive votes were taken on legislation during the address. After the Governor concluded, the joint session approved a motion to dissolve, and the meeting adjourned.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Business and Professions Committee Jun 23rd, 2026
Business and Professions
Transcript Highlights:
- the Assembly Health Committee.
- And second, it allows health plans to require patients. prescription, and second, it allows health plans
- I get to see this again in Health Committee.
- A strong mental health workforce is essential to the effective operation of California's correctional
- I'm a district rep for Operating Engineers Local 3.
Committee:
House Business and Professions
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Aug 20th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- providing mental health services.
- We all know that people who work with vulnerable children Behavioral health services.
- Senate Bill 1049 by Senator Weber Pearson and relating to health care coverage.
- Assembly Bill 2233 by Assembly Member Ta and others, relating to health care coverage.
- As Clint's health declined and he could no longer speak, he communicated with a whiteboard.
Summary:
The Assembly convened, established a quorum after a roll call, and handled a series of procedural motions, including re-referrals, returning bills to the Senate, placing one bill on the inactive file, and extending the deadline for floor amendments. The body then moved through the daily file and concurrence calendar, with many bills passed by wide margins or unanimously. Among the measures taken up were SB 1364 on child custody for sexual assault survivors, SB 594 on tribal access to short-term rental tax information, SB 1117 on ADU impact fees, SB 239 on threats against public and election officials, SB 946 on escrow agent rating services, SB 949 declaring the Santa Cruz Mountains a resource of statewide significance, SB 226 on infrastructure revitalization financing for sports and entertainment facilities, SB 1073 supporting the Los Angeles Black Cultural District, SB 1150 on cancer registry notice, SB 1191 extending rural telephone service funds, SB 1328 expanding LGBTQ+ support resources at satellite campuses, SB 1349 directing an LAO review of major tax expenditures, SB 661 on airport revenue reinvestment, SB 1029 on vehicle lien surplus proceeds, SB 1064 reducing clean truck check testing frequency for low-use vehicles, SB 1093 on mobile home residents displaced by disaster, SB 1166 giving AC Transit employees access to PERB, SB 874 requiring background checks for behavioral health treatment provider employees, SB 1049 on corrected health care claims, SB 1186 speeding issuance of new birth certificates after adoption, SB 1059 modernizing Employment Training Panel records, and SB 1418 on election ballot chain-of-custody protections. The Assembly also concurred in numerous Senate amendments to Assembly bills, including AB 1894, AB 871, AB 1201, AB 1359, AB 1579, AB 1684, AB 1711, AB 1722, AB 1784, AB 1786, AB 1809, AB 1837, AB 1860, AB 1864, AB 1999, AB 2116, AB 2143, AB 2186, AB 2233, AB 2249, AB 2255, AB 2418, AB 2576, AB 2634, AB 2660, AB 2766, and AB 2780, with most passing on strong bipartisan votes. A Diwali resolution, HR 137, was adopted by voice vote after several members spoke in support and shared personal reflections on the holiday. The session concluded with adjournment in memory speeches for Jeremiah Jerry Francis Policy, Maisie Jean Hastings, and Clint Riley, followed by announcements about the Rules Committee meeting, the final day for floor amendments, the need for floor managers on Senate bills, and the next floor session scheduled for Monday, August 24 at 1 p.m.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Health and Human Services Nov 6th, 2025
Legislative Health & Human Services Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- This takes us back to the health conversation.
- access to quality oral health care.
- There is a great need for quality oral health services.
- Oral health is integral to total health.
- Dental health outcomes.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Emergency Management Committee Jun 15th, 2026
Emergency Management
Transcript Highlights:
- and safety, which is really about the life safety of buildings, homes, ...operation and safety, which
- Despite this, misunderstandings about how public water systems operate have shaped public expectations
- What is the plan for protecting the generators and to have a backup that's operational as well?
- I am a state-licensed pyrotechnic operator speaking on my own behalf. I oppose unless amended.
- I am a state licensed parotechnic operator speaking on my on behalf. I oppose on less amended.
Committee:
House Emergency Management
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government Apr 15th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- OPERATIONS, MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND ADMINISTRATIVE OVERHEAD.
- THIS AMENDMENT WOULD ALLOW OPERATORS TO CHANGE THE AGE TO 21. EXCUSE ME.
- ILLEGAL GAMBLING OPERATIONS HAVE SPREAD ACROSS FLORIDA EXPLOITING WEEK PENALTIES TO OPERATE WITH LITTLE
- >> THE BILL BUT A THOROUGHBRED PERMIT HOLDER TO OPERATE A HIGH LINE OPERATION ON THE FACILITY IN LIEU
- MY FAMILY HAS LIVED AND OPERATED A TIMBER FARM FOR OVER 80 YEARS.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
01/27/2026 - House Natural Resources, Energy & Water
House Natural Resources, Energy & Water Committee of Reference
Transcript Highlights:
- The upper basin is kind of claiming in our discussions about post-2026 operations.
- ... ...endangers the financial health of the fund.
- Our health is gravely at risk. My husband is a surgeon. He was a non-believer.
- Even more audaciously, they cross the blood-brain barrier.
- and how eliminating these toxins can truly reverse health conditions.
Summary:
The committee began by announcing that House Bill 2094 would be held and not heard that day, then received a lengthy update from Arizona Department of Water Resources Director Tom Buschatzky on Colorado River negotiations and post-2026 operating rules. He described Arizona’s legal position, the basin’s water allocations, current shortages, conservation efforts, and the state’s view that the Upper Basin should share more of the reductions and move more water from reservoirs above Lake Powell to Lake Mead. Members asked about tourism, recreation, tribal water rights, public outreach, and the role of the state’s delegation and the federal government. Buschatzky said Arizona has already made major conservation cuts and that further reductions are likely, whether by agreement or federal action, and emphasized ongoing negotiations and public meetings.
The committee then heard House Bill 2758, which would expand McMullen Valley groundwater transfer rules to allow eligible entities, including private water companies, to withdraw and transport groundwater under specified conditions, with ADWR oversight and reporting requirements. Supporters argued the bill would provide a lawful, regulated way to move water for urban growth and housing needs, while opponents from La Paz County and rural advocacy groups said it would accelerate aquifer depletion, harm private wells, and benefit a New York hedge fund at the expense of local residents. After debate over guardrails, stakeholder outreach, and the impact on rural communities, the committee adopted the Griffin amendment and passed HB 2758 as amended on a 6-4 due-pass vote.
Finally, the committee took up House Bill 2098, which revises bonding authority and public hearing notification requirements for county water augmentation authorities and allows such authorities to enter into local repayment agreements with WIFA. Pinal County officials and related stakeholders testified in support, saying the changes would help the Pinal County Water Augmentation Authority finance future water and infrastructure projects, including possible augmentation efforts tied to Bartlett Dam, and would clean up statutory language to match the authority’s needs. The transcript ends during testimony on HB 2098, before any committee vote on that bill is shown.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 2/24/26
Commerce Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
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- Thank about these operational concerns.
- It caps costs without operations.
- I endure what my neighbors and I faced.
- </c> be able to do the day-to-day operations be able to do the day-to-day operations on<01:18:54.719>
Committee:
House Commerce Finance and Policy
Keywords:
common interest community, CIC, homeowners association, HOA, condominium, planned community, cooperative, unit owner, association board, declarant, declarant control, special declarant rights, assessment lien, foreclosure, late fees, fines, attorney fees, resale disclosure, annual report, maintenance plan
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Full Formal with Calendar) Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Haddy fought a courageous battle after being diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor.
- work on youth policy, the Director of the Office of Child Advocate, and the Assistant Secretary of Health
- including, but not limited to, issues relating to child poverty, educational preparedness, mental health
- , homelessness, foster care, juvenile justice, and the health and safety and welfare of our children.
- of the Office of the Child Advocate, and most importantly, our child... ...operations of the Office
Summary:
The Senate took up House No. 4646, an act enhancing child welfare protections, and considered a series of amendments focused on child welfare, school discipline, truancy, foster care transparency, and related services. Several amendments were withdrawn, including Senator DiDomenico’s proposal to create a Massachusetts children’s cabinet and Senator Tarr’s amendments on timeout and isolation standards, the best-interest-of-the-child standard, and mandated reporter definitions. Other amendments were adopted, including Senator Rauch’s amendments on student transfers and reasonableness, Senator Tarr’s amendment on information management integrity and youth engagement in the Office of the Child Advocate, and the Senate Ways and Means amendment. Amendments on school compliance before CRA filings, probation certification before accepting a child requiring assistance petition, and statewide truancy and engagement standards were rejected.
After the amendments were resolved, the Senate ordered the bill to a third reading and then passed it to be engrossed by a roll call vote of 39 in the affirmative and none in the negative. The chamber also adopted a motion to adjourn in memory of John Edwards and Hadley Boucher, with moments of silence held for each. Later, the Senate also adjourned in memory of former U.S. Representative Barney Frank, with remarks highlighting his civil rights work, his role in financial reform, and his historic service as the first openly gay member of Congress.
Before adjournment, the Senate took up a House amendment to the Senate bill establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, voted not to concur, and requested a committee of conference. The chair appointed Senators Creem, Finegold, and O’Connor to the conference committee. The Senate then adopted an order to reconvene on Monday at 11:00 a.m. and dispense with printing a calendar, and finally adjourned.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- explicit content and submit required information to the website operator.
- explicit content and submit required information to the website operator.
- The health consequences are severe.
- health condition.
- Where it's a mental health background or anything like that.
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Hearing Assembly Business and Professions Committee and Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Committee Mar 11th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- I visited a health clinic several months ago, and the nurse there was talking to health clinic several
- serious health consequences.
- That affects the ability to operate in that market or the decision to operate in the illicit market,
- They're walking into illegal operators because their jurisdiction doesn't allow for legal operators.
- I'm here on behalf of the California Cannabis Operators Association.
Summary:
The joint informational hearing focused on the Department of Cannabis Control’s report on the condition and health of California’s cannabis industry. Department staff reviewed the evolution of state cannabis law, the creation of the current regulatory framework, licensing and compliance efforts, and enforcement against illicit cannabis and hemp-derived intoxicating cannabinoids. The department said the licensed market has grown in production and retail units sold, while active licenses and retail sales value have declined, and that the illicit market remains a major competitive factor. The department also highlighted consumer education efforts, product testing and recalls, and coordination through the state enforcement task force and other agencies.
The department’s economist said the data show continued growth in licensed production and a rising share of consumption through the licensed market, but falling wholesale and retail prices have reduced overall industry value. He identified major headwinds as taxes and fees, illicit-market competition, local prohibitions that limit retail access, regulatory costs, and broader business pressures, while noting opportunities in product innovation and possible hemp-market changes. Committee members pressed the department on enforcement, public health concerns, equity ownership and employment, delays in grant administration, pesticide testing, and whether the legal market is truly viable for small businesses and farmers. Several members argued that stronger enforcement and lower costs are needed, while one member raised concerns about cannabis-related health harms and said the hearing focused too narrowly on supply-side issues.
Public commenters from industry groups and advocacy organizations largely echoed concerns about high taxes, regulatory burdens, limited retail access, and the size of the illicit market. Many urged the Legislature not to let the excise tax rise from 15% to 19% and called for tax relief, compliance reform, more enforcement, and broader retail access. Some speakers said the report was too optimistic and did not reflect business failures, debt, and closures, while others emphasized the need to protect small farmers, address wildfire insurance, and support equity businesses. No votes or formal actions were taken; the hearing was informational only.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 19 (2-3-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Bill 155, an act relating to animal health emergencies. Senator Carpenter.
- Maiden, Senate Resolution 76, resolution honoring Frank Ryard, founder of Ryard's scoreboard, for his enduring
- Maiden, Senate Resolution 76, resolution honoring Frank Ryard, founder of Ryard's scoreboard, for his enduring
- It is a public safety and mental health issue.
- The Senate Standing Committee on Health Services will meet tomorrow morning at 8:00.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations and Budget Jan 28th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Appropriations and Budget
Transcript Highlights:
- of the dust bowl and has continued to exist for nearly a century. and while the programs that we operate
- The program, as it operated at The end of September cost roughly $285 million.
- High acuity needs kids have complex medical and behavioral health needs like that.
- It would allow us to Continue to operate the program and serve forty thousand children.
- I mean, are we operating with QR codes now?
Committee:
House Appropriations and Budget
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, September 11, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- He had a huge heart dollar operation.
- </c><00:13:38.800><c> in</c> missionary and propaganda operations in missionary and propaganda operations
- I have a bill, the Home-Based Telemental Health Care Act, that would expand access to remote mental health
- Will lose out on the life-saving mental and behavioral health care, and the mental health crisis will
- </c> able to invest more in his operations able to invest more in his operations and<02:22:41.760><c>
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Rep. Joe Schomacker (R - Luverne) departing member remarks 5/18/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Your brain is still back home. It's hard to transition up here.
- It's hard Your brain is still back home.
- </c><00:15:17.160><c> He</c> and with the health care policies.
- He and with the health care policies.
- </c> She taught me how to think about Health She taught me how to think about Health and<00:20:03.560
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Members, I ask for your... ...to housing, health care, and mental health support, and substance use treatment
- May is the operative word there.
- In San Francisco, SFPD is partnered with the Department of Public Health to operate an innovative co-responder
- , health care, mental health care in a correctional setting, public budgeting, and a commitment to protecting
- Shelters are supposed to operate around 75 to 80% capacity, but shelters in LA County are operating at
Committee:
Senate Public Safety