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CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 066 Mar 20th, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- This bill is not about safety.
- </c> gun safety and about gun violence. gun safety and about gun violence.
- This is being done in the name of safety. All those things were done in the name of safety.
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
HSH Public Hearing - Tue Feb 17, 2026 @ 9:30 AM HST
Human Services & Homelessness
Transcript Highlights:
- Um Hawaii Bicycling League in support.
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- The bill provides an essential safety net for our most vulnerable children and youth.
- essential safety net for our most essential safety net for our most vulnerable<00:42:02.079><c> children
Bills:
HB2116 , HB1879 , HB2214 , HB2310 , HB2168 , HB2427 , HB2560 , HB1596 , HB2197 , HB2498 , HB2167
Committee:
House Human Services & Homelessness
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on several measures related to human services, homelessness, transit, and family supports. HB 2116 HD1, concerning grants from the Office of Community Services to nonprofits providing training and volunteerism opportunities, drew strong support from Catholic Charities Hawaii, Hawaii Children’s Action Network Speaks, and multiple organizations in written testimony. Supporters said the bill would help vulnerable people affected by federal program changes and cuts by connecting them to reintegration and support services.
HB 1879 HD1, establishing a subsidized youth transit program coordinated with counties, received extensive testimony in support from the Department of Health, Department of Taxation, Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission, Aloha United Way, Hawaii Bicycling League, Hawaii Appleseed, Hawaii State Youth Commission, Hawaii Public Health Institute, Greenpeace Hawaii, Hawaii Youth Transportation Council, and others. Testifiers emphasized equity, school attendance, reduced transportation costs, climate benefits, and broader access for youth. Several witnesses urged amendments to make the program universal rather than means-tested, and committee discussion noted implementation questions for neighbor islands and rural areas.
HB 2214, creating a refundable diaper tax credit for low-income families with children age four and under, was supported by the Hawaii Diaper Bank, Hawaii Children’s Action Network Speaks, and several other organizations. The Department of Taxation recommended making the credit non-refundable and clarifying definitions to aid administration, while supporters argued refundability was important for low-income families who may owe little or no income tax. HB 2310, an emergency appropriation to replenish DHS funds used to provide SNAP benefits during a federal shutdown, also drew broad support from DHS, Catholic Charities, Hawaii Public Health Institute, Hawaii Children’s Action Network Speaks, Hawaii Food Industry Association, Aloha United Way, and others; witnesses praised the state’s rapid response and said the appropriation would prepare DHS for future emergencies. The committee also heard HB 2168 HD1 and HB 2427 HD1 on education for students experiencing homelessness and unaccompanied homeless youth; the Attorney General recommended technical amendments to avoid conflicts with existing law and to clarify McKinney-Vento-related definitions, while advocates stressed the need for school access, transportation, meals, and other supports for homeless and runaway youth.
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Apr 1st, 2026
County and Municipal Government
Committee:
Senate County and Municipal Government
Keywords:
voting rights, restoration, pardons, Parole Board, re-registration, conviction, states' voting laws, Lawrence County, Sheriff, credit card, debit card, government purchases, discretionary fund, financial accountability, tax distribution, Talladega County, economic development, public safety, rural infrastructure, child labor
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House State Government Committee Mar 11th, 2026
State Government
Committee:
House State Government
Keywords:
tax exemption, Kidz Eatz, sales tax, non-profit, local government, loitering, mask mandate, public safety, school policy, college regulations, law enforcement, Alabama Innovation Corporation, board of directors, staggered terms, economic development, entrepreneurship, voting rights, restoration, pardons, Parole Board
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Administration of Criminal Justice Mar 31st, 2026
Administration of Criminal Justice
Transcript Highlights:
- Next up: Public Safety and Corrections. I've been called worse.
- Next up: Public Safety and Corrections. Rep. Wiley? I'm fine. Thank you.
- HB 168 is a public safety reentry bill, not an early release bill.
- But every win that they experience is a win for public safety.
- Westcott, Department of Public Safety and Corrections.
Bills:
HB54 , HB55 , HB125 , HB133 , HB158 , HB161 , HB168 , HB169 , HB191 , HB245 , HB280 , HB296 , HB399 , HB821 , HB995
Committee:
House Administration of Criminal Justice
Keywords:
parole, rehabilitation, mental health, substance abuse, criminal justice reform, alternative sentencing, juror confidentiality, public records, criminal procedure, privacy, court disclosure, sex offender, sex offense, child predator, registry, registration, notification, supervised release, probation and parole, juvenile offender
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- In addition, we have adopted district-wide communication systems to support student safety and communication
- Licensing Department to inspect those establishments to make certain basic standards for hygiene, safety
- therapist is operating out of a storage unit, this bill would allow some oversight to ensure proper safety
- This bill would allow some oversight to ensure proper safety and water accessibility. So, Mr.
Committees:
Senate Senate Judiciary , Senate House Judiciary
Keywords:
student use, wireless devices, public schools, policy implementation, education technology funding, misappropriation, petroleum products, oil and gas equipment, racketeering, criminal penalties, New Mexico, public safety, health regulations, community welfare, peace promotion, legislative reforms, election integrity, voter coercion, emergency procedures, polling place security
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Beyond the economic toll, these crimes pose a public safety risk.
- Under Section 1022 of the Health and Safety Code.
- How is a teacher to get a door unlocked, get 20 kids to safety, and notify authorities?
- I'm for the bill and representing my children and their safety.
- Enhancing the seriousness of these offenses also enhances the safety of victims.
Bills:
HB316 , HB353 , HB 1160 , HB1414 , HB1422 , HB1443 , HB1713 , HB1789 , HB1902 , HB2073 , HB2666 , HB2695 , HB316
Committee:
House Criminal Jurisprudence
Keywords:
motor fuel, criminal offense, metering device, organized crime, Texas Penal Code, trespassing, school safety, day-care centers, education, trespass, public safety, utility employees, criminal penalties, assault, harassment, public duties, safety, law enforcement, driving offenses, license regulations
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee Apr 16th, 2026
Privacy and Consumer Protection
Transcript Highlights:
- We didn't ban bicycle riding from kids.
- I used to work in Google's Child Safety Public Policy.
- And it's Child safety, public policy.
- The Safety Commission is the less sexy part of the bill.
- It puts the safety and privacy of everyday Californians first.
Committee:
House Privacy and Consumer Protection
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee Apr 16th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- We didn’t ban bicycle riding from kids.
- We didn't ban bicycle writing from kids.
- The Safety Commission is the less sexy part of the bill.
- It puts the safety and privacy of everyday Californians first.
- Worker safety has been impacted, both physically and mentally.
Summary:
The committee heard AB 1988, which would require AI companion chatbots to respond to credible self-harm or violence-related crisis expressions by displaying the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, warning users, and pausing the chat for human review after repeated crisis signals. The author and supporters said the bill is a measured safety standard to redirect vulnerable users to human help, citing research and cases where chatbots worsened suicidal ideation or violent behavior. Support came from crisis and medical advocates, while no opposition testimony was offered. The chair and members expressed strong support, and the bill was held pending quorum before later action on the agenda.
The committee then took up AB 1709, which would set a minimum age of 16 for users to create or maintain accounts on social media platforms with harmful addictive features and would create an E-Safety Advisory Commission in the Attorney General’s office. The author argued the bill targets product design, not speech, and is intended to curb compulsive features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, and algorithmic feeds while allowing safer or non-addictive platforms to remain available. Supporters, including a psychologist and the Organization for Social Media Safety, described cyberbullying, predation, compulsive use, and mental health harms; opponents, including EFF, ACLU-Cal Action, TechNet, and youth advocacy groups, warned about privacy, First Amendment, and access-to-community concerns, especially for LGBTQ youth and other marginalized groups.
Committee members debated whether the bill is a ban or a delay, how age assurance would work, and whether the proposal would be effective or could push youth to less safe spaces. Several members said they would support the bill as a first step, while others raised concerns about enforceability, privacy, and constitutional issues. The author emphasized that the bill is limited to specific harmful design features, not content or general internet access, and that the new commission would monitor evolving technology and recommend future updates. No final vote was taken during the portion of the hearing provided.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security
Transcript Highlights:
- Prioritize public safety.
- This is House Bill 2740, an act establishing safety standards for BMX bicycle and motocross tracks, aka
- Safety is too costly.
- But the track had no mandatory safety standards.
- Their safety is worth it.
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security heard testimony on several bills, with strong support expressed for a proposed municipal and public safety building authority (H. 2571/S. 1650). Municipal officials, fire chiefs, the Massachusetts Municipal Association, regional planning leaders, and Senator Comerford described aging town halls, fire stations, DPW facilities, and other local buildings, especially in small towns and gateway cities, and argued that local budgets and Proposition 2 1/2 make major capital projects difficult to fund. Testimony emphasized the need for a dedicated revenue stream, with the bill proposing a share of marijuana excise tax revenue and a rural funding set-aside. Committee members asked about prioritization and funding levels, and witnesses said even a modest start would help address a large statewide backlog. No votes were taken during the hearing, and the committee later adjourned unanimously.
The committee also heard testimony on H. 2689, requiring fuel gas alarms/detectors in residential dwellings using explosive gases. Representative Jeff Roy, Susan Brown, Jason Cohn, and representatives from NEMA and Kidde supported the bill, describing it as a life-saving measure similar to carbon monoxide detector requirements. Witnesses cited the 2015 Franklin propane explosion that killed Nancy and Robert Brown, the Merrimack Valley gas explosions, and national fire data showing fatalities and property damage from gas leaks. They said detectors are affordable, commercially available, and should be required where gas is used; one witness noted battery-backed or battery-operated options exist. Committee questions focused on cost, battery power, outdoor propane setups, and whether the bill would cover private databases or only residential safety devices.
Another major topic was S. 1755 on missing and abducted children. Senator Pavel Payano testified in favor, citing the case of Lee Manuel Villoria Paolino and arguing that misclassification of missing children as runaways can delay urgent response and worsen outcomes, especially for Black and brown youth. He said the bill would set minimum law enforcement response standards, require training, and expand multilingual intake forms. The committee also heard support for expanding the state DNA database through familial DNA searching, with Dr. Amory Myers explaining that the technology could help solve long-unsolved cases while including guardrails to prevent use of private consumer DNA databases. Finally, the committee heard extensive testimony on H. 2740, “Colby’s Law,” establishing safety standards for BMX and motocross tracks. Colby Lippincott’s family, community members, and industry representatives described his fatal crash and urged requirements for medical staff, insurance, inspections, warning systems, barriers, and access roads. Witnesses said the bill would not end the sport but would create basic protections, and the committee heard that Massachusetts would join a number of other states with similar standards. The hearing ended with a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee Mar 19th, 2025
Public Safety and Homeland Security
Transcript Highlights:
- It provides a safe space for those officers to work and for those public safety officials to do the job
- So let's look at this in the eyes of a public safety officer.
- They need to get out of that scene and let Public Safety do their job. We're not...
- Let Public Safety do their job. We're not, you know, we're talking about interfering here.
- But the purpose of the bill is to protect public safety while they're doing a lawful government... ..
Committee:
House Public Safety and Homeland Security
Keywords:
criminal enterprise, database, law enforcement, data privacy, criminal justice, HB224, Alabama, obstructing governmental operations, first responder, emergency responder, police, firefighter, EMT, paramedic, public safety, harassment, interference with emergency personnel, crime, Class A misdemeanor, emergency scene
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- In addition, the use of more Bicycle content can help to reduce costs in the supply chain for making
Bills:
HB1730 , HB1823 , HB2048 , HB2266 , HB2440 , HB3333 , HB4086 , HB4271 , HB4413 , HB4839 , HB4841 , HB5151
Committee:
House Environmental Regulation
Keywords:
PFAS, perfluoroalkyl substances, polyfluoroalkyl substances, forever chemicals, public health study, environmental regulation, drinking water, groundwater, surface water, food packaging, chemical exposure, firefighters, chemical manufacturing workers, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, TCEQ, Railroad Commission of Texas, Department of State Health Services, University of Houston, occupational exposure, contaminants
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
House Chamber - Tue Apr 1, 2025, 12:00PM HST - Day 43
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I just want to invite the body upstairs in the Rotunda of the Hawaii Bicycle League.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee Aug 27th, 2026
Housing and Community Development
Transcript Highlights:
- provided those units comply with all existing related size, height, setbacks, as well as health and safety
- units comply with all existing related size, height, and setback requirements, as well as health and safety
- provided those units comply with all existing related size height setbacks as well as health and safety
Committee:
House Housing and Community Development
Keywords:
building standards, California Building Standards Code, housing crisis, residential units, health and safety, local government restrictions, building permit, green building standards, fire prevention, state-mandated local program, homeless shelters, safety regulations, housing development, California Health and Safety Code, state funding, accessory dwelling unit, ADU, junior accessory dwelling unit, JADU, ministerial approval
Summary:
The Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee met as a subcommittee and later established quorum to hear five housing-related bills. AB 306 (Schultz) would create a centralized statewide process for resolving disputes over differing local interpretations of the state building code; it drew no testimony in opposition and was ultimately concurred in. AB 750 (Quirk-Silva) would expand HCD’s Portfolio Reinvestment Program to help preserve and rehabilitate challenged affordable housing developments; supporters emphasized the loss of subsidized units and the need to preserve existing stock, and the bill passed unanimously. AB 2181 (Zbur) would limit use of speculative density-bonus assumptions in appraisals for hotel and motel ground leases, with supporters saying it protects workers and prevents inflated valuations; it also passed unanimously.
The committee then heard AB 1128 (Marisicci), a gut-and-amend bill that, after Senate amendments, would apply mobile home rent stabilization to 10 mobile home parks in Torrance. Supporters, including the Mobile Home Residents Coalition, said the measure would provide predictable rent increases for seniors, veterans, people with disabilities, and working families. Opponents argued it would override local control and discourage investment and new park construction. Members debated the broader policy of rent control versus housing supply, and the bill passed on a 7-4 vote with one not voting.
Finally, AB 956 (Quirk-Silva) clarified accessory dwelling unit law by allowing up to two detached ADUs, or one detached ADU plus one JADU, so long as existing size, height, setback, and safety requirements are met. Supporters described it as a modest clarification that would help families add housing on their own property, while one member objected that local agencies should retain more discretion. The bill passed unanimously. At the end of the hearing, members and staff offered extensive praise for Quirk-Silva’s housing work, noting that AB 956 was likely her last bill before the committee, and the committee adjourned after final roll-call votes were completed.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Consumer Protection & Business Jan 30th, 2026 at 08:00 am
Consumer Protection & Business
Transcript Highlights:
- of kids and community members to ensure that we're protecting our communities and providing public safety
- of kids and community members to ensure that we're protecting our communities and providing public safety
- We believe consumer safety can be achieved without pricing small businesses out of compliance, and we
- have never been exposed to the substance labeled as natural without clear warnings, education, or safety
- need to make sure that there are tools available for those who do not have a personal or familial safety
Committee:
House Consumer Protection & Business
Keywords:
kratom, consumer protection, regulation, health safety, substance control, infrastructure, protection, safety, security, state regulations, public health, tobacco regulation, smoking cessation, vapor products, health policy, youth prevention, pet insurance, insurance regulation, animal welfare, claims processes
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Labor & Workplace Standards Jan 16th, 2026 at 10:30 am
Labor & Workplace Standards
Transcript Highlights:
- individualized, and appropriate medical care is not only essential to their recovery, but to public safety
Committee:
House Labor & Workplace Standards
Keywords:
public employers, employee information, bargaining representatives, labor relations, union representation, immigrant worker protections, immigrant rights, worker protections, I-9 audit, Form I-9, employment eligibility verification, workplace raid, federal immigration inspection, employer notice, anti-retaliation, retaliation, Attorney General enforcement, private right of action, labor law, workplace rights
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Transportation Jan 13th, 2026 at 04:00 pm
Transportation
Transcript Highlights:
- Also, green transportation policies, traffic safety, and rules of the road. Hi, Brian Moore.
- Washington State Patrol: safety is a high priority for the governor.
- They're fiscally responsible, and safety focused, and essential to maintaining Washington's economic
- We also appreciate additional funding in the highway safety account.
- We also appreciate additional funding in the highway safety account, including resources for improved
Bills:
SB6005
Committee:
Senate Transportation
Keywords:
transportation budget, transportation appropriations, capital budget, supplemental budget, Washington State Department of Transportation, WSDOT, Washington State Patrol, Department of Licensing, ferries, Puget Sound ferries, tolling, express toll lanes, highway safety, traffic safety, impaired driving, ignition interlock, speed cameras, transit funding, public transit, multimodal transportation
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Mar 26th, 2025
Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- The House Committee on Homeland Security and Public Safety will now come to order.
- It causes problems for fire safety.
- Members, last session we passed two separate bills that eliminated safety inspections.
- The safety code specifies that it is a standardized form and can only be that one form.
- It is just making a big difference in the safety of the officers.
Bills:
HB1583 , HB1775 , HB1832 , HB1836 , HB1837 , HB1866 , HB1983 , HB2029 , HB2217 , HB2318 , HB2363 , HB2486
Keywords:
mental health, emergency detention, peace officer, mental illness, prevention of harm, border security, private landowners, study and report, General Land Office, participation, controlled substances, opioid antagonists, law enforcement training, substance abuse prevention, Texas-Mexico border, criminal justice, public safety, law enforcement, National Park Service, arrest powers
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Senate Chamber Jan 23rd, 2026 at 10:43 am
New Mexico Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Everybody in this state here: safety.
- From a safety standpoint, this is very important.
- One, I think it's going to bring safety to our people.
- ensure that that's something that they will continue to consider is bicycle safety as they move forward
- You know, we have some areas that is very much on safety and also, of course, you know, with...
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Labor & Workplace Standards Jan 20th, 2026 at 10:30 am
Labor & Workplace Standards
Transcript Highlights:
- No one should have to choose between their safety and their job.
- No one should have to choose between their safety and their job.
- This bill is important to both public safety and the contractor industry that does this work the right
- authority under the fireworks statute, and we believe fire suppression infrastructure, core life safety
- And I'm speaking in favor of HB 2472 because of the clarity it provides to an important safety issue.
Committee:
House Labor & Workplace Standards
Keywords:
labor protections, domestic workers, wage standards, employment rights, worker safety, factory built housing, commercial structures, national standards, construction regulation, building safety, workers' compensation, benefits, employment, injury claims, insurance, liability, fire protection, sprinkler systems, licensed contractors, certified fitters