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HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

House Chamber - Tue Apr 7, 2026, 12:00PM HST - Day 40

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

AL
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Feb 24th, 2026

County and Municipal Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c> make sure that we have the proper safety make sure that we have the proper safety concerns<00:11
  • ,</c><00:13:57.360><c> public</c> u responsibility for safety, public u responsibility for safety, public
  • Uh while we might be able to do safety.
  • My concern is also the safety of our people in Alabama and all cities.
  • </c><00:17:42.320><c> already</c> Montgomery for uh safety already Montgomery for uh safety already and
Bills: SB298 , SB91 , SB298 , SB91
Committee: Senate County and Municipal Government
Keywords: Florence, Lauderdale County, municipal boundaries, corporate limits, land annexation, military installations, tall structures, local government, construction approval, wind energy facilities, aeronautics, Department of Defense, law enforcement, staffing requirements, municipalities, state oversight, public safety, 923, senate, all
WY
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

Senate Judiciary Committee, February 17, 2026

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chairman, Senator Crum, it's my understanding that they would be required to move for the safety of the
  • </c><00:07:31.919><c> of</c><00:07:32.080><c> the</c> required to move for the safety of the required
  • to move for the safety of the child child child &gt;&gt; if<00:07:33.199><c> they're</c><00:07:33.440
  • </c> rehea, which is a good kind of safety rehea, which is a good kind of safety net<00:27:15.360><c>
  • </c> You know, so that's kind of a safety You know, so that's kind of a safety valve<01:08:48.400><c>
Bills: SF0087 , SF0088 , SF0092
Committee: Senate Judiciary
Keywords: felony, law enforcement, police officer, criminal penalties, public safety, sex offender, child care facility, residency restrictions, criminal law, sex offenders, child care facilities, legislation, false claims, civil penalties, state accountability, whistleblower protection, fraud prevention, 916, all
WA
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Agriculture & Natural Resources Jan 30th, 2026 at 10:30 am

Agriculture & Natural Resources

Transcript Highlights:
  • The few deer that are left find safety within the city limits of Republic and on private property like
  • I’ve had a chance to go to Bonneville Dam. You heard Representative Waters talk about it.
  • Claiming that sea lions at Bonneville Dam are making any discernible impact on salmon in the Columbia
  • Claiming that sea lions at Bonneville Dam are making any discernible impact on salmon in the Columbia
  • Since 2008, hundreds of pinnipeds have been removed below the Bonneville Dam, and yet salmon have not
Bills: HB2131 , HB2221 , HJM4009 , HB2619
Committee: House Agriculture & Natural Resources
Keywords: sea lion, predation control, salmon preservation, fishing industry, voluntary donations, ungulate, wildlife conservation, ecosystem management, population sustainability, environmental impact, wildfire, federal response, community protection, natural resources, firefighter safety, agriculture, regulations, farming, compliance, economic impact
TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate of the 89th Legislature Feb 19th, 2025 at 11:00 am

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • and it addressed the release practices for habitual and violent offenders. to better protect the safety
  • be done to ensure that judges and prosecutors have the necessary support. tools to protect public safety
  • Secondly, it adds new information that will be included in the public safety report.
  • new avenue for appeal when a prosecutor considers the bail amount insufficient to preserve public safety
  • Governor for making these bills priorities and again this is a continued effort to protect public safety
Bills: SJR 1 , SB 9 , SB 40 , SJR 36 , SJR 1 , SJR 5 , SB 9 , SB 40
Keywords: bail denial, illegal aliens, felony offenses, constitutional amendment, law enforcement, bail reform, defendants, pretrial detention, public safety, criminal justice, charitable bail organizations, bail bonds, public funds, political subdivision, injunctive relief, taxpayer rights, bail, criminal justice reform
WY
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

House Revenue Committee, February 12, 2026

Revenue

KY
KY

Kentucky 2025 Regular Session

Interim Joint Committee on Transportation (6-3-25)

Transcript Highlights:
  • You know, not only did we want to make sure that there wasn't any damage that could cause any safety
  • </c> there's not unseen damage or safety? there's not unseen damage or safety?
  • issues to the could cause any safety issues to the bridges<00:37:21.520><c> in</c><00:37:21.680><c>
  • This is about the safety anything else.
  • This is about the safety of<00:43:04.319><c> uh</c><00:43:04.480><c> workers</c><00:43:04.800><c> in<
Keywords: 00:00:39 Roll Call 00:02:57 Severe Weather Damage 00:39:00 Work Zone Safety 00:47:12 Local Assistance Road Program 01:10:18 Admin. Regs 01:15:37 Aviation Impact Study, 958, all
Summary: The committee’s first interim meeting opened with roll call, a quorum, and a briefing from Transportation Cabinet officials on the Cabinet’s response to severe weather and tornadoes in Kentucky, especially the May 16–17 storms that caused deaths and widespread damage in Pulaski and Laurel counties, with an additional tornado noted in Washington County. Secretary Jim Gray, State Highway Engineer James Ballinger, and District 11 engineer Chris Jones described how crews in all 120 counties were placed on alert, how roads were cleared of debris, and how KYTC coordinated with emergency management, law enforcement, local governments, and utilities to restore access and power. They reported major impacts on roads, signals, and other infrastructure, including the EF4 tornado path through Pulaski and Laurel counties, and said KYTC also helped with debris hauling, airport cleanup, and delivery of water and meals. The officials gave specific recovery figures for Laurel County, including 1,800 loads of construction and demolition debris hauled, about 11,000 tons and 22,000 cubic yards removed, with roughly 50% of vegetative debris cleared at that point. They said all state roadways in Laurel County were reopened, the London-Corbin Airport was returned to flight operations by Sunday, and a transition plan was underway for Laurel County Fiscal Court’s contractor to take over debris operations. Gray also noted that KYTC had helped issue replacement IDs, licenses, registrations, and titles at no cost in disaster areas, and said the Team Kentucky Storm Relief Fund had raised nearly $1.5 million from more than 6,000 donors. Members praised KYTC staff as first responders and thanked them for their quick response and coordination. Several legislators recounted local impacts in Washington, Pulaski, and Laurel counties, including blocked roads, rescue challenges, looting concerns, and the scale of property damage. One member asked how KYTC inspects bridges and infrastructure after disasters to check for hidden damage, and officials said the process depends on the event and can include bridge inspections and checks of tall infrastructure such as light poles. No votes or formal committee actions were taken during the discussion.
TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Committee on Local Government Mar 24th, 2025 at 12:30 pm

Local Government

TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Committee on Local Government Mar 24th, 2025 at 12:30 pm

Local Government

TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Committee on Local Government Mar 24th, 2025 at 12:30 pm

Local Government

TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Committee on Local Government Mar 24th, 2025 at 12:30 pm

Local Government

TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Local Government (Part II) Mar 24th, 2025

Local Government

OK
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 43 Apr 20th, 2026

Oklahoma House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • unless law enforcement determines that an immediate school response is necessary to protect student safety
  • I think if safety is of the essence, like...
  • I think if safety is of the essence, law enforcement could notify the school to take certain actions.
Bills: HR1046 , SB1733 , SB1439
Keywords: Oklahoma City, terrorism, Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, memorial, remembrance, first responders, community support, child abuse, reporting requirements, sexual misconduct, law enforcement, school personnel, confidentiality, student safety, fossil fuels, liability protection, climate change, energy independence, oil and gas
Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several special recognitions tied to the 31st anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing. The chamber honored the 138th Fighter Wing Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department as Veterans of the Week, and also recognized Dr. Camissa Stewart as Doctor of the Day and Tammy Powell as Nurse of the Day for their roles in the 1995 bombing response. A lengthy floor presentation followed, featuring remarks from legislators, Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell, memorial museum leaders, Justice Stephen Taylor, and Pastor Ronnie Fields, all focused on remembrance, the Oklahoma standard, the victims and survivors, and the importance of hope, civility, and the rule of law. On legislation, Senate Bill 1733 was presented and debated. The bill requires school personnel who have reason to believe a student is a victim of child sexual abuse or sexual misconduct to report it to law enforcement within 24 hours. Supporters said it clarifies and strengthens reporting requirements to protect children, while opponents warned it could trigger harmful public accusations and undermine trust in educators and administrators. The House passed the bill 92-1, and the emergency clause also passed 92-1. The House also considered Senate Bill 1439, an oil and gas measure intended to bar speculative climate-related lawsuits and limit liability to actual violations and provable harm. Supporters argued it would prevent frivolous litigation, protect the state’s energy economy, and keep costs down for consumers; opponents said it would create a special legal carve-out for industry and shift costs to taxpayers and families. The bill passed 74-16. In addition, Senate Bill 2184 was assigned to Rules, and H.J.R. 1078 and H.J.R. 1079 were withdrawn from Rules and sent to appropriations and budget committees. The House adjourned after announcements and introductions.
TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Committee on Health and Human Services (Part I) Feb 26th, 2025

Health & Human Services

TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Committee on Health and Human Services (Part II) Feb 26th, 2025

Health & Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • nutrition, but also addresses mental health, suicide prevention, cyberbullying, vaping, and personal safety
  • titanium dioxide is a whitening agent used in processed foods, which has been banned in Europe over safety
  • government regulations; it's about ensuring taxpayer-funded meals meet the highest possible standards for safety
  • We have the opportunity as a state to lead the way in food safety and make sure that children aren't
  • meaning alteration of genes, hypersensitivity, coupled with the fact that dyes do not improve the safety
Bills: SB 25 , SB25 , SB314
Committee: Senate Health & Human Services
Keywords: attorney ad litem, indigent parents, parent-child relationship, legal representation, Texas Family Code, court procedures, nutrition, health standards, food labeling, education, dietary guidelines, medical education, food safety, school meals, child nutrition, food additives, public health, 1185, senate, all
OK
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Business and Insurance Apr 9th, 2026

Business and Insurance

Transcript Highlights:
  • This bill does not eliminate safety standards. It does not stop inspections.
  • This bill simply prevents blanket retroactive modernization mandates without documented safety findings
  • pass and stand for questions. ...is supported by documented evidence that this structure has obvious safety
  • This bill does not eliminate safety standards. It does not stop inspections.
  • This bill simply prevents blanket retroactive modernization mandates without documented safety findings
Bills: HB4248 , HB4429 , HB2588 , HB3472 , HB4317 , HB3462 , HB2035 , HB3501 , HB3127 , HB3143 , HB3144 , HB3260 , HB4321 , HB3011 , HB3522 , HB3530
Committee: Senate Business and Insurance
Keywords: HB4248, hemp beverage, hemp drinks, THC beverage, cannabis beverage, intoxicating hemp, age restriction, under 21, minor possession, youth access, public health and safety, Title 63, Oklahoma Statutes, retail sales, alcohol-style regulation, controlled substances, beverage regulation, proxy advisory services, shareholder rights, financial transparency
Summary: The Business and Insurance Committee met with a quorum and laid over Item 8. Members first took up House Bill 4248, which was amended to prohibit anyone under 21 from buying, selling, delivering, furnishing, or possessing beverages containing hemp. Pro Tem Paxton explained the bill as a response to THC-infused hemp drinks being sold in convenience stores, and the committee passed the bill 9-0. The committee then approved a nomination for Stephen Brickle of Moore to the Alarm, Locksmith, and Fire Sprinkler Industry Committee for a four-year term ending June 30, 2030, also by a 9-0 vote. Members next passed House Bill 4429, the Proxy Advisor Transparency Act, which requires proxy advisors to disclose when recommendations are not based on a written financial analysis and allows enforcement through the Attorney General and civil actions; it passed 9-0 after questions about ESG-related considerations. Several other bills were considered and advanced, including House Bill 2588 on HOA board eligibility for resident owners, House Bill 3472 on tire pyrolysis facilities, House Bill 4317 on CPA exam eligibility, House Bill 3462 on plumbing licensing, House Bill 2035 on funeral transportation agreements, House Bill 3501 on multiple alcohol manufacturing licenses on one premises, House Bill 3127 and House Bill 3143 on medical marijuana regulation, House Bill 3144 on limiting grower licenses, House Bill 3260 on funeral director continuing education approval, House Bill 4321 on labor rules for existing structures, and House Bills 3011, 3522, and 3530 on home brewer licensing, ABLE Commission reporting, and purchase-record timing. Most measures passed on unanimous or near-unanimous votes, with a few receiving one no vote. The meeting adjourned after all listed items were heard.
OK
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Commerce and Economic Development Oversight Feb 26th, 2026 at 10:30 am

Commerce & Economic Development Oversight

Transcript Highlights:
  • produces written findings supported by documented evidence that the structure presents an obvious safety
  • It's also an issue of public safety.
Bills: HB2445 , HB2123 , HB3048 , HB3176 , HB3239 , HB3263 , HB3794 , HB3796 , HB4265 , HB4266 , HB4317 , HB4321 , HB4322 , HB3673
Committee: House Commerce & Economic Development Oversight
Keywords: HB2445, Route 66, Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial Forward Commission, centennial, historic highway, preservation, tourism, historical society, scenic byway, National Historic Trail, Route 66 Alliance, Route 66 Association, Oklahoma Historical Society, Oklahoma Department of Transportation, Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department, historic preservation, heritage tourism, public-private partnership, sunset extension, commission extension
AZ
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/19/2026 - Senate Health and Human Services

Health and Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • engineering classes in college is that if you're working on an electrical circuit without taking proper safety
  • relationship with a child to be the priority placement and requires DCS to require each newly hired child safety
  • worker to spend at least one year working and training under the supervision of an experienced child safety
  • relationship with a child to be the priority placement and requires DCS to require each newly hired child safety
  • worker to spend at least one year working and training under the supervision of an experienced child safety
Bills: HB2408 , HB2434 , HB2725 , HB2728 , HB2729 , HB2730 , HB2731 , HB2732 , HB2733 , SB1192 , SB1398 , SB1399 , SB1494 , SB1557 , SB1813 , SB1821
Committee: Senate Health and Human Services
Keywords: nursing board, regulatory actions, disciplinary actions, expungement, healthcare professionalism, controlled substances, prescription monitoring, opioid crisis, healthcare regulations, patient safety, prescription drugs, opioids, healthcare, pain management, utilization controls, AHCCCS, Department of Economic Security, social services, welfare programs, vocational rehabilitation
AL
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee Feb 3rd, 2026

Judiciary

WA
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Health & Long-Term Care Jan 16th, 2026 at 08:00 am

Health & Long-Term Care

Transcript Highlights:
  • SB 5915 does not lower the bar for safety or science.
  • The 340B drug program strengthens our health care safety net, to be clear.
  • Simply put, this bill protects the safety net for the safety net. Thank you. Thank you.
  • Safety net clinics make up only a small minority of the 340B program.
  • Safety net clinics make up only a small minority of the 340B program.
Bills: SB5904 , SB5915 , SB6025 , SB5933 , SB5990 , SB5981
Committee: Senate Health & Long-Term Care
Keywords: nursing titles, licensure, healthcare professionals, patient safety, professional standards, SB 5915, health technology assessment, HTA, clinical committee, medical technology review, coverage determination, state-purchased health care, Washington health care, RCW, evidence-based medicine, cost-effectiveness, safety and efficacy, Medicare coverage, national coverage determination, clinical guidelines