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NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Appropriations and Finance Jan 14th, 2026 at 08:34 am
House Appropriations & Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- And this was signed into law by the governor.
- Governor on February 27th last year in last year's session.
- Esperanza talked about this bill being signed by the governor back in February, but really not getting
- Have you approached the governor?
- Has the governor made any commitment to use some of her capital outlay funding for it? Mr.
Committee:
House House Appropriations & Finance
NY
Transcript Highlights:
- destruction or a problem with the machines, or as incidents like the sponsor points out in the memo, the governor
- Or, as incidents like the sponsor points out in a memo, the governor can declare a state emergency in
- The answer is that it does shift the power to county boards to do the initial assessment.
Committee:
Senate Elections
Summary:
The Elections Committee held its final meeting of the session, with Chair Senator Gonzalez thanking members and staff for their work. The committee considered several election-related bills, including a voter ID proposal, protections against voter challenges and purging, a measure to address election disruptions, sample ballot posting, absentee ballot deadline notices for students, military and overseas voting changes, and notice requirements for expired address confidentiality protections.
Senate Bill 2574, requiring government-issued photo ID to vote, drew opposition from Senators Walczyk and Myrie, who argued it would create barriers to voting and that there was no evidence of widespread voter fraud; the bill was reported from committee with opposition. Senate Bill 3233A, dealing with illegal voter purging and challenges, prompted extended discussion about citizenship verification, privacy of citizenship data, and whether information should be shared publicly; it was reported to the floor with Senators Borrello and Walczyk voting no. Senate Bill 4602A, on remedies for election disruptions, was discussed in terms of county and state board roles and bipartisan decision-making, and it was reported to the Finance Committee with a no vote from one member.
The remaining bills were advanced with little or no substantive debate: Senate Bill 6253A on posting sample ballots, Senate Bill 6259 on notifying students of absentee ballot deadlines, Senate Bill 6995 on voting by mail, Senate Bill 7689B on overseas military and special federal voters, and Senate Bill 9857 on notice when address confidentiality protections expire. Most were reported either to the floor or to the Finance Committee, and the meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Mar 23rd, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- He was a key strategist for the Governor in the 2024 strategy for salmon surviving in a hotter, drier
- It's as people, how we behave in positions of power and how not to let our stature and our ego dominate
- Messages from the Governor will be deemed read. Messages from the Assembly are at the desk.
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, offered a prayer recognizing World Water Day and the challenges of water scarcity, and then proceeded with several floor introductions. Members welcomed wildlife photographer Alice Cahill, outgoing California Department of Fish and Wildlife Director Chuck Bonham, Avalon Fire Chief Michael Alegria, and a delegation of Cal Poly Pomona students participating in CSU advocacy activities. The chamber also received a message that the Assembly had passed AB 2156, and the Senate approved the March 16-19 journals as corrected.
The main floor action was on Senate Concurrent Resolution 132, which designates March 22, 2026, as California STEAM Robotics Day. The author and supporting senators emphasized the value of robotics and hands-on STEAM education for career readiness, problem-solving, and workforce development. The resolution passed by a 34-0 vote. Afterward, the author introduced student and industry guests connected to robotics education, including a Poway High School student and representatives from Garner Holt Productions.
The Senate then considered five gubernatorial appointments, all of which were confirmed unanimously: Paul Toopee as Director of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, Peter Britery to the Southwestern Low-Level Radioactive Waste Commission, Dr. Youngping Chen and Gregory Lung to the California Acupuncture Board, and Roy Mather to the Board of Pilot Commissioners. The body also suspended Joint Rule 62A to allow the Governmental Organization Committee to hear AB 2156 on March 24 without sufficient notice. At the end of the session, the Senate adjourned in memory of Anne Colchin, a longtime Carlsbad city councilmember and public servant, and announced it would reconvene on March 26, 2026, after the State of the Judiciary joint convention.
VA
Transcript Highlights:
- This conference report relates to public institutions of higher education, governing boards, powers and
- It is applying to the Governor to call a special session, establishing a schedule for the conduct of
- So our Constitution requires that both the House and the Senate petition the Governor, and so this resolution
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- To his wife Judy, who always kept us supplied with her powerful cooking, and his son Charlie and their
- President: Are there messages from the Governor? Secretary: None on the desk, Mr. President.
- The department should then submit by October 31, 2026, a summary report to the Governor of the Senate
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Today I pause to give thanks for the opportunity to serve and for the higher power that guides my life
- Business on the President’s desk: communications from the Governor.
- On February 6, 2026, the Governor signed and transmitted the following bill to the Secretary of State
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a recorded roll call showing 30 members present. The journal was approved, no guests were introduced at first, and the Governor’s signed bill HB 2022 was reported. The President also announced temporary committee substitutions for the Rules Committee on February 9.
Senator Shamp introduced licensed naturopathic physicians in the gallery and highlighted SB 1178, which would expand their authority to administer certain intravenous drugs, including antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungals. The chamber then read a lengthy calendar of first- and second-reading bills and resolutions covering elections, education, health care, water, criminal justice, housing, taxation, and other topics, with no floor action taken on those measures during the reading.
The Senate recessed to recognize law enforcement personnel involved in the rescue of an eight-year-old boy from a human trafficking situation. A proclamation commended Deputies Gregory Sanders and Jacob Montoya, along with Cochise County and Border Patrol personnel, for their courage and professionalism. After returning to order, members made personal privilege remarks urging the Joint Legislative Budget Committee to review $2.85 million in election-related funding for the Secretary of State, and another senator spoke about water security and the need for long-term planning.
Additional announcements included caucus and committee meeting notices, an invitation to Arizona Aerospace Day, and a motion to adjourn until Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 1:15 p.m. The transcript ends as the chamber was considering adjournment.
AZ
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Jan 22nd, 2026 at 10:30 am
Washington House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- In times when fear runs deep and misuse of power has brought harm, may they remember that authority is
- What this bill does is that it reorganizes the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee that advises the governor
- I believe this bill will improve the quality of advice that the governor receives on these important
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Which outlines the full scope of the Texas Supreme Court's writ powers.
- may issue writs of crescendo certiorari quo warranto and mandamus against any entity except the governor
- appointed by the Texas Supreme Court with the advice and consent of the Senate, and 7 appointed by the governor
Bills:
SB 53
Committee:
House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- It's called people power, right? Thank you, Mr.
- If not, chair recognizes the Reverend Governor Hawkins to close on the measure.
- Thank you, Reverend Governor Hawkins. This time, House Bill 769 will be left pending.
Committee:
House Intergovernmental Affairs
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- So you have the power today. More importantly, it costs people's lives.
- So you have the power today to essentially prevent kids from ever touching that hospital bed in the first
- Vanderspeak; Diane Rousseau, 10,000 Women; Siana Vincent, Lyth Louisiana; Haley Kuro, South; Linda Powers
- But let's let— we said this a couple of years ago in one of Governor Landry's bills— let's let teachers
- Members, House Bill 1062 by Representative Edmondston provides relative to the membership, powers, and
Committee:
House Education
Summary:
The committee first heard HB 1079 by Rep. Boudreaux, which would allow charter schools to give enrollment preference to children who attended a licensed early learning center operated by the charter school or under an articulation agreement. An amendment expanded the preference to include children of active-duty military members, foster children, and children in court-ordered custody situations, and a second amendment clarified that the preference is permissive. Supporters said the bill would improve continuity from preschool to kindergarten and encourage more early learning centers. The committee adopted the amendments and reported HB 1079 as amended.
The committee then took up HB 737 by Vice Chair Amedee, which would remove the state requirement that students show proof of meningococcal vaccination for school or post-secondary entry. The author argued the bill aligns state law with updated CDC guidance and preserves parental choice and physician consultation, while opponents, including pediatricians, public health advocates, and meningitis survivors, warned that removing the requirement would lower vaccination rates and increase the risk of severe illness or death. After extensive testimony and questions, the committee voted 4-8 against the motion to report the bill, so HB 737 failed.
Next, the committee considered HB 628 by Rep. Landry, as substituted, to allow school boards and the Department of Education to work with licensed early learning centers to operate micro centers at schools, including dual licensing at one location. Supporters said it would expand access for three-year-olds, improve school readiness, and help families and the workforce. The substitute was adopted, and the bill was reported by substitute without objection.
Finally, the committee heard HB 1008 by Rep. Owen, which would prohibit public post-secondary institutions from retaliating against faculty for disclosing certain violations or exercising academic freedom and free speech. The author and a professor witness said the bill would protect open inquiry and reduce self-censorship in higher education. The committee adopted two amendments to clarify academic freedom and tighten remedies; the transcript cuts off before any final vote on the bill.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm honored by Governor Hobbs' nomination and grateful for your consideration.
- I really want to commend the student that was the most powerful testimony today because we're hearing
- I don't believe that the districts are in the power position here.
- Governor Hobbs would like to do Prop 123 to put more money into the school capital lawsuit.
- Don't mind if I power up a little. Madam Chair, my name is John Kelly.
Summary:
The committee first considered the executive nomination of John Snyder to the State Board for Charter Schools. Snyder described his background in municipal finance, charter school financings, and prior service with Arizona charter school organizations, and said his finance experience would help the board evaluate school viability and oversight. The committee voted 6-0 with one not voting to recommend his confirmation to the full Senate.
The committee then heard HB 2093, which would remove the statutory requirement that health education include mental health instruction and would repeal related consultation requirements over time. The sponsor argued schools should focus on academics and that social-emotional learning and mental health content belong with parents, while opponents, including students, a suicide-loss parent, and mental health advocates, said school-based instruction saves lives, helps students seek help, and preserves parental choice through opt-out provisions. After debate, the committee voted 4-3 to give HB 2093 a do pass recommendation.
Members also considered HB 4043, requiring at least one campus employee trained in CPR, first aid, and AED use where applicable; HB 4005, requiring districts to teach ethical and educational uses of AI beginning in 2027-28; HB 2895, allowing Native American language proficiency to satisfy a world language graduation requirement; HB 2383, renaming trampoline court safety legislation as Ty’s Law; HB 4109, requiring school district public safety policies, notifications, and annual reporting after serious violence or weapon incidents; HB 2376, appropriating $40 million for the school safety program; and HB 2380, requiring public access to board meeting materials and tighter rules on out-of-state travel. HB 4043, HB 2895, and HB 2383 all received unanimous or near-unanimous do pass recommendations, while HB 4005, HB 4109, HB 2376, and HB 2380 each advanced on 4-3 votes, with some members citing concerns about unfunded mandates, criminal penalties, local control, or the scope and timing of required disclosures.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 35 (2-26-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We also added two additional board members that the governor could appoint.
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- </c><00:16:26.520><c> could</c> board members that the governor could board members that the governor
- partnered with one of the world's We partnered with one of the world's most<00:19:46.800><c> high-powered
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Summary:
The Senate convened with an invocation and Pledge of Allegiance, then established a quorum, approved the prior journal, and excused absent members. The chamber received second readings of several bills and resolutions, including measures on ad valorem taxes, planning and zoning, tax-dollar restrictions, provisional medical licensing, Medicaid oversight, environmental regulations, municipal financial reporting, nuclear workforce development, and county law libraries. Committee reports advanced bills on economic development, education, judiciary, and veterans/public protection, and the body also received a list of newly filed bills and resolutions covering topics such as rural revitalization, athletics, SNAP eligibility, diaper tax exemption, domestic violence, middle school math, pedestrian bridges, constitutional amendments, education, and several honorary resolutions.
The Senate then took up House Bill 314, which would reorganize the Kentucky Communications Network Authority (Kentucky Wired) by moving it under the Commonwealth Office of Technology, restructuring its board, and adding members representing cities and counties. Supporters said the bill was an administrative change, not a funding measure, intended to focus the network on students, teachers, and public users while awaiting an audit. Critics argued the project has been a costly taxpayer burden and called for stronger oversight. The bill passed final passage 32-6.
The chamber also passed Senate Bill 157, which aligns Kentucky law with federal mortgage rules so that certain rate buy-down payments do not count against borrower fee caps, with supporters saying it would help housing affordability and reduce costs for borrowers. Senate Bill 214 also passed unanimously; it allows the Kentucky Department of Agriculture to accept non-federal funding for grants without routing those funds through the Department of Finance. The Senate later adopted several resolutions, including Senate Resolution 61 recognizing Links Incorporated Day, Senate Resolution 114 commemorating the 80th Southern Legislative Conference, and Senate Resolution 118 honoring Joseph H. Mattingly Jr. Additional remarks highlighted a Black History Celebration event and a lengthy floor speech criticizing the Kentucky Hospital Association’s reserves and urging investigation, followed by consideration of Senate Resolution 55 on Profound Autism Day in Kentucky.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Veterans and Military Affairs Division 2/18/26
Veterans and Military Affairs Division
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c> this process and signed by the governor. this process and signed by the governor.
Committee:
House Veterans and Military Affairs Division
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
House Chamber - Thu Feb 12, 2026, 12:00PM HST - Day 14
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Item number three, messages from the governor. Mr. Clerk, are there any messages from the governor?
- gas is a viable option, and HEO is working to utilize this resource in their retrofitting of their power
- gas is a viable option, and HEO is working to utilize this resource in their retrofitting of their power
- gas is a viable option, and HEO is working to utilize this resource in their retrofitting of their power
- They note that in 2024, the state announced an agreement between Governor Josh Green's administration
Keywords:
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NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Finance Oct 14th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Amira is an AI-powered reading intervention program that listens to students read and provides real-time
- For instance, the Amira AI-powered reading tutor has Some evidence of positive effects on elementary
- So with that, next comes typically LESC puts out a budget, the governor puts out a budget, and then..
- I've been through three governors.
- I know you're in one governor, but I've been through three governors.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development - 01/29/25
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
- But I think it might be helpful for you to be reminded that Governor Walker in Wisconsin appointed me
- But I think it might be helpful for you to be reminded that Governor Walker in Wisconsin appointed me
- But I think it might be helpful for you to be reminded that Governor Walker in Wisconsin appointed me
- You were given power.
- </c><01:31:16.719><c> in</c><01:31:16.920><c> law</c> given power I was given power in law given power
OR
Transcript Highlights:
- Messages from the Governor.
- The Senate is in receipt of messages from the Governor announcing appointments subject to the confirmation
- Byrne; Governor's Child Foster and Care Affairs Committee, Stephanie Brown, Matthew Miller, Sarah Powers
- Going back to my days as the county commissioner, I met with the governor on a number of occasions and
- minority leader was here, my office and he and I, and our office, engaged in conversation with the Governor
OR
Transcript Highlights:
- Messages from the Governor.
- The Senate is in receipt of messages from the Governor announcing appointments subject to the confirmation
- Byrne; Governor's Child Foster and Care Affairs Committee, Stephanie Brown, Matthew Miller, Sarah Powers
- Going back to my days as the county commissioner, I met with the governor on a number of occasions and
- minority leader was here, my office and him and I, and our office, engaged in conversation with the Governor
Summary:
The Senate convened with the Pledge of Allegiance and an invocation by Senator Starr, followed by several courtesies recognizing Pride Month, a staff birthday, and later a retirement and a community celebration. Senator Robinson then used remonstrances to warn against expanding surveillance through school bus camera systems, arguing that leaked plans from a vendor could create commercial databases of drivers’ movements and erode privacy.
The main business was confirmation of numerous gubernatorial appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions. Senators debated the process at length, with several minority members objecting that the volume of nominees, limited hearing time, and lack of transparency made meaningful advice-and-consent review difficult. Supporters responded that the nominees were qualified public servants and that the Senate should work with the Governor’s office on reforms. The Senate first confirmed a large block of appointments, then confirmed two Sustainability Board appointees, and later confirmed three Quality Education Commission appointees after extended debate.
The Quality Education Commission nominations drew the most substantive policy discussion. Opponents argued the commission needs more technical research expertise and broader representation, while supporters emphasized the nominees’ education experience and direct knowledge of Oregon schools. Several senators described Oregon’s education system as in crisis, citing low reading and math proficiency, chronic absenteeism, and the need for urgent reform of the Quality Education Model and school funding. The Senate also received a proposed rule amendment creating an official Senate seal, which was distributed and held on the table, and the chamber adjourned without further action.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- commitment continue to enrich the Maryvale community and inspire future generations through the enduring power
- Communications from the governor.
- Without objection, the following communications from the governor as listed on the calendar will not
- The clerk will record the action of the governor. Bills and other business from the Senate.
- The clerk will record the governor.
Summary:
The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and recognition of guests, including Maricopa Community Colleges representatives, Club America students, and the Doctor of the Day, Dr. Jane Lyons. A proclamation was read honoring Maryvale High School’s Mariachi Las Panthers de Oro, with Representative Abeytia praising the students, director Mike Dominguez, and the program’s cultural and leadership impact.
The chamber then moved through Committee of the Whole consideration of several Senate bills. SB 1011, SB 1170, SB 1400, SB 1456, SB 1476, SB 1511, and SB 1805 were advanced, with amendments adopted on SB 1400, SB 1456, SB 1511, and SB 1805. Debate centered on SB 1476, which would strengthen child neglect laws regarding exposure to dangerous controlled substances, and SB 1511, which dealt with CDL licensing and immigration status; opponents argued both were unnecessary or harmful, while supporters said they addressed public safety and trucking concerns. SB 1519 was retained on the calendar.
The House then adopted the Committee of the Whole report and took up third reading votes, passing SB 1121, SB 1137, SB 1206, SB 1477, and SB 1786. In a second Committee of the Whole, the House advanced SB 1043, SB 1095, SB 1316, SB 1421, SB 1649, and SB 1711, with SB 1401 amended and moved forward. SB 1095 drew extended debate over gender-affirming care for minors, with supporters framing it as child protection and opponents warning it would override parents and doctors and harm transgender youth; SB 1316 concerned a rural health transformation fund; SB 1421 drew objections over banking, identification, and immigration-related burdens; and SB 1711 focused on school resources for recognizing inappropriate contact. The House adopted the Committee of the Whole reports, placed several bills on third reading, deferred some bills for engrossing, and then recessed and adjourned until the next day.