Video & Transcript Research : 'Senate Joint Resolution 40'

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TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The following resolution, the clerk will read the resolution.
  • The amendment was Senator Perry's original language from Senate Bill 1.
  • Clerk, read the resolution.
  • Author of the resolution, what's the purpose of the resolution?
  • I'm directed by the Senate on the House, the Senate has taken the following action: the Senate has adopted
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The following resolutions on the agenda will be addressed: On first reading and referral, the clerk will
  • read the resolutions.
  • The following resolutions are being referred to the Committee on Local Consent Calendars: H.R. number
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Insurance May 13th, 2026

Insurance

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Talbot, here. Present. Senator Barrow. Senator Bass, present. Senator Carter.
  • Senator Edmonds, present. Senator Foil, present. Senator Myers. Senator Seabaugh. Senator Wheat.
  • Senator Bass is going to handle the amendment for us. Senator Bass. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
  • I've got testimonials from Senator Sweeney, from Senator Christie here, but their stories are essentially
  • Senator Bass.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Herren, here. Senator Neimus, present. Representative All, here.
  • If it's not reached end of life date, And I may need some clarification from you, uh, Senator, just as
  • <00:37:01.280> Senator. >> Without approval. Senator. >> Without approval.
  • Senator.
  • That's all I'm asking, Senator. I think the committee has been clear. Thank you very much.
Summary: The committee questioned KCNA officials about the Kentucky Wired network refresh, focusing on whether the equipment truly needed replacement now and what the vendor end-of-support dates were for the network’s layer 1, 2, and 3 equipment. Senators and representatives pressed for invoices, purchase orders, and vendor documentation, and KCNA staff explained that end-of-support dates vary by specific model and component, not just by broad product family. KCNA agreed to provide a detailed list of components, part numbers, and support dates, and acknowledged that some requested documentation had not yet been produced. A major point of discussion was the timing of the system refresh. KCNA said the 10-year refresh schedule comes from the project agreement, specifically Schedule 19, Section 2.1B, which requires the first system refresh to be completed by September 3, 2026. Committee members argued the network equipment appears to remain in service life for at least the next two years and questioned why an upgrade would be needed immediately. KCNA responded that failing to complete the refresh could excuse the service provider from contractual obligations and could constitute a material breach or default under the project and bond documents. Members also asked about network capacity and the impact on schools and state users. KCNA said it would need to check with Quark for an exact utilization figure, while the chair cited prior testimony that schools account for about 80% of traffic and KCNA about 20%. The committee raised concerns about schools not connected to the network and the effect of KCNA’s actions on continuity of service, while KCNA disputed that K-12 service had been put at risk. KCNA also explained the contract and payment structure: the Commonwealth’s project agreement runs through Kentucky Wired Infrastructure Corporation/Quark, with KEDA-issued bonds and funds flowing through Quark in a waterfall structure. The meeting ended with KCNA agreeing to request underlying vendor invoices from Quark, provide the requested contract documents, and supply information on the status of the wholesaler replacement procurement and related litigation. No formal vote was taken.
AL

Alabama 2026 1st Special Session

Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee Jan 14th, 2026

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • . >> Senator Albritton, >> Senator Bell, >> Senator Carnley, >> Senator Coleman-Madison, >> Senator Elliott
  • , >> Senator Figures, >> Senator Givhan, >> Senator Singleton, >> Senator Smith, >> Senator Stutts, >
  • Bell, >> Senator Carnley, >> Senator Coleman-Madison, >> Senator Elliott, >> Senator Figures, >> Senator
  • Givhan, >> Senator Singleton, >> Senator Smith, >> Senator Stutts, >> Senator Weaver, and Senator Barfoot
  • Senator Singleton, Senator Smith, aye. Senator Stutts, no. Senator Weaver, aye. Senator Barfoot.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Standing Committee on Appropriations and Revenue (4-15-26)

Appropriations & Revenue

Transcript Highlights:
  • We have a singular item on the agenda: Senate Bill 197. On Senate Bill 197, we do have a PHS 2.
  • We have a motion and a second for adoption of PHS 2 to Senate Bill 197. All in favor? Aye.
  • PHS 2 to Senate Bill 197 has been adopted. Senate Bill 197 has been adopted. On to the bill.
  • Senate Bill 197 has been in this committee before, and we've discussed economic development.
  • We do have PHS 2 amending Senate Bill 197 already. >> Senate Bill 197 as amended by PHS 2.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Legislative Session Day 20 (2-4-26)

Kentucky House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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Summary: The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, established a quorum, excused absent members, and suspended rules to allow bill co-sponsorships and vote modifications. The chamber approved the journal and received notice that the Senate had passed Senate Bills 48 and 102 and requested concurrence. The clerk then reported second-reading bills including measures on school bus safety, special license plates, healthcare workforce credentials, housing, veteran PTSD treatment, postsecondary education, the Kentucky Fire Commission, and local purchasing, along with committee reports advancing a wide range of bills on cultured meat, eviction/removal of unlawful occupants, involuntary commitment, grand jury service, CPA licensure, physical therapy, engineering scholarships, rabies vaccinations, the Controlled Substance Prescribing Council, robotics, reading and language arts instruction, and the education assessment/accountability system. The main floor action was House Bill 4, relating to grooming a minor. The sponsor described the bill as creating criminal penalties for grooming behavior, with enhanced penalties when the offender holds a position of authority. A floor amendment was adopted making technical wording changes and adding siblings and volunteers to the bill’s lawful-purpose exceptions. Members from both parties spoke in support, emphasizing child protection and the need for stronger legal tools, though one member said she wished the age threshold were higher. The House then passed House Bill 4 as amended by a vote of 98-0. After HB 4, the House moved through announcements and legislative citations. Members recognized the Corbin Middle School football team and the Lion County High School boys basketball team, and honored M. Samantha Shaver, DMD. Committee meeting notices were announced for several panels, including Economic Development, State Government, Natural Resources and Energy, Families and Children, and Health Services. The clerk also reported newly introduced bills and resolutions covering school foods, family care leave, correctional services, protective orders, data privacy, school funding for districts with high tax-exempt property, Medicaid coverage for adult day health and in-home attendant care, alternative diplomas, Kentucky Nurses Day, a sister-city partnership with Israel’s Shamron Regional Council, and DUI. The House then recessed briefly for committee meetings, received committee referral and rules reports, introduced floor amendments to HB 257 and HB 305, and adjourned until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026.