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NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Chamber Meeting Jan 27th, 2026 at 11:17 am

New Mexico House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.
  • Dear lady from earlier, we said, Hinden, with the pledge to the New Mexico flag. Leibon. We all.
  • streaming, and the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air, gave proof through the night that our flag
  • With access to more than 6,000 square miles of restricted airspace, four major United States military
  • Sorry, I'd like to just announce that House Labor, Veterans, and Military Affairs will meet 15 minutes
Bills: HM19
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Chamber Meeting Feb 6th, 2026 at 11:19 am

New Mexico House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I salute the flag of the state. Oh, my God. I pledge allegiance. I put to the flag. Allegiance.
  • I put to the flag.
  • I had asked our Representative Vincent to cite the state flag, but I'll go ahead and call on a minority
  • I salute the flag. And if you would continue standing, I would like to call on social.
  • Speaker, your Labor, Veterans and Military Affairs Committee, to which has been referred House Bill 128
Bills: HB111 , HJR1 , HB61 , HB8 , HB30 , HB43 , HB156 , HJM2 , HM7 , HM17 , HM4 , HM22 , HM23 , HM24 , HM26 , HM2 , HM16 , HM11 , HM14 , HM21 , HM34 , HM50 , HB70 , SB3 , HJM3
FL
Transcript Highlights:
  • I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands
  • Senate Bill 1, or tab 1, Senate Bill 7000 on OGSR, persons provided public emergency shelter by Military
  • We're going to go on to tab two, members, which is Senate Bill 7002 on OGSR, Department of Military Affairs
  • , United States Department of Defense, by Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security
  • prevents the repeal of the current public records exemption for records held by the Department of Military
Summary: The Committee on Governmental Oversight and Accountability met and first postponed Senate Bill 350. It then took up several Open Government Sunset Review bills, most of them extending or preserving public records or public meeting exemptions. Senate Bill 7000, relating to emergency shelter information for persons provided public emergency shelter during storms or catastrophes, was amended to set a new sunset date of October 2, 2031, and reported favorably. Senate Bill 7002, concerning Department of Military Affairs records in Department of Defense systems, was similarly amended to extend the sunset date to October 2, 2031 and reported favorably. Senate Bill 7012, dealing with Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles records on motor vehicle registration, dealer licensing, driver licenses, and private inspection providers, was amended to conform the effective date with the House companion and reported favorably. The committee also approved Senate Bill 7006, which preserves public meeting and records exemptions for portions of Florida Public Service Commission hearings involving confidential proprietary business information, and Senate Bill 7008, which preserves similar exemptions for Florida Gaming Control Commission meetings and records. Senate Bill 7004, concerning conviction integrity unit investigation information, was explained as maintaining confidentiality for reinvestigation materials during active innocence reviews and was reported favorably without amendment. Later, Senate Bill 7014, on Department of Legal Affairs records related to investigations of social media platforms, was taken up as a committee substitute that extended the repeal date for two exemptions from October 2026 to October 2031 and was reported favorably. Finally, Senate Bill 7016, which preserves the exemption for certain financial information held by an economic development agency for administration of small business loan programs, was reported favorably without amendment. No opposition or public testimony was presented on the bills, and the committee adopted the amendments and committee substitute by voice vote before taking recorded roll-call votes. At the end of the meeting, members were invited to record missed votes, and the committee adjourned.
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, January 9, 2026)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c><02:26:20.399><c> force</c> authorization for use of military force authorization for use of military
  • </c> for taking our military for taking our military to<02:42:31.600><c> war</c><02:42:32.640><c> against
  • use the military to back them<02:43:14.800><c> up.
  • </c><03:10:44.960><c> She</c> mixup, the flag had never arrived.
  • She mixup, the flag had never arrived.
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, June 3, 2025)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c> apprenticeships, and even the military. apprenticeships, and even the military.
  • </c> YMCA soccer coach, head of the military YMCA soccer coach, head of the military civilian<00:36:02.880
  • Flags of convenience conservation NGO.
  • Speaker, we full military honors. Mr.
  • </c><08:51:42.000><c> laws,</c> loopholes in gun sales, red flag laws, loopholes in gun sales, red flag
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Republican Press Conference 2/19/25

Transcript Highlights:
  • Fourth of July fireworks so everyone can share in the Fourth of July spirit, and then flags at the schools
  • spirit</c><00:09:53.600><c> and</c><00:09:53.800><c> then</c><00:09:54.240><c> uh</c><00:09:54.519><c> flags
  • </c> Fourth of July spirit and then uh flags Fourth of July spirit and then uh flags at<00:09:55.040>
  • of</c><00:10:07.200><c> the</c> country after we got out of the country after we got out of the military
  • um when the legislature in 2023 military um when the legislature in 2023 stripped<00:10:11.800><c> features
Summary: State Representative Bjorn Olson opened by discussing House File 733, which he said would roll back restrictions placed on electronic pull tabs and charitable gambling two years earlier. He argued the 2023 changes hurt charities, veterans groups, and local communities by reducing revenue for donations to fire departments, youth activities, and veterans services. Olson said the bill had just been heard in the Veterans Committee and had been sent on to Commerce, and he expressed optimism about advancing it further. Several charity and gambling representatives testified in support of the bill. Amanda Jackson of the Spring Lake Park Lions Club said the new rules stripped entertaining features from electronic pull tabs and reduced revenue, citing a drop in January EAB sales from $947,000 in 2024 to $816,000 in 2025. She described how Lions Club gambling funds local equipment, eyeglasses, clothing, school programs, food shelves, and shelters. Rachel Keller of the Bloomington Kennedy Activities Foundation and Tim Angstrom of the Bloomington American Legion said reduced gambling revenue would hurt school support, student needs, and community programs; Angstrom said the Legion had funded a $3,000 English program and other local services. Rachel Jenner of Allied Charities said the group was also working on sports betting legislation, but that any sports betting revenue would not make up for the losses from the electronic pull tab changes. She said the 2023 law took effect January 1 and that no current game on the market fully matches the features now required, forcing manufacturers and charities to adapt. In response to questions, Olson said the bill’s path would depend on further House and Senate action, and he suggested a possible compromise could involve restoring some playability features while continuing to seek tax relief for charities.
CO

Colorado 2026 Regular Session

Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 013 Jan 27th, 2026

Colorado Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
  • I pledge allegiance to the<00:19:41.200><c> flag</c><00:19:42.080><c> of</c><00:19:42.240><c> the</c>
  • c> United</c><00:19:42.960><c> States</c><00:19:43.360><c> of</c><00:19:43.600><c> America</c> the flag
  • of the United States of America the flag of the United States of America and<00:19:44.880><c> to</c>
  • The State Veterans and Military Affairs Committee Smart Act hearings are happening today.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session - 04/23/25

Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for it stands...
  • I pledge algiance to the flag<00:07:41.759><c> of</c><00:07:41.919><c> the</c><00:07:42.080><c> United
  • 42.400><c> States</c><00:07:42.720><c> of</c><00:07:43.000><c> America</c><00:07:44.000><c> and</c> flag
  • of the United States of America and flag of the United States of America and to<00:07:44.479><c> the
  • In fact, in as part of our military.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/22/2026 - Senate Floor Session

Arizona Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands
  • the XRDNA team deliver next-generation protections that support governments, enterprises, and the military
  • Second reading of bills: SB 1216, traumatic event counseling; SB 1232, military competitive permitting
  • Reference of bills: Senate Bill 1051 is drawn from the Committee on Military Affairs and Border Security
  • Senate hearing room 2 at 1:30 p.m.; Finance in Senate hearing room 1 at 1:30 p.m.; Military Affairs and
Summary: The Arizona Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, confirmed attendance, and approved the prior journal. Several senators then used points of personal privilege to introduce guests and recognize visitors, including Chaplain Ron Lagata, an Air Force air traffic controller apprentice shadowing Senator Gabaldón, a guest of Senator Farnsworth, and a group connected to Arizona’s space industry and Special Olympics Arizona. Senator Bolick read a proclamation for “Not in Our State,” condemning human trafficking and calling on Arizonans, schools, churches, nonprofits, law enforcement, and businesses to work together to prevent trafficking and support victims. Senator Tothley then gave an emotional statement about the death of an eight-year-old girl in his community, criticized delays in the turquoise alert system, and urged statewide changes so alerts go out more quickly and broadly. The Senate observed a moment of silence in the child’s memory. The chamber then moved through second reading of a long list of bills and resolutions covering topics such as counseling after traumatic events, military permitting, EMS reciprocity, election procedures, court-ordered treatment, assisted living, juvenile detention education, Alzheimer’s funding, gaming appropriations, short-term rentals, law enforcement mask prohibitions, fire district formation, prison and correction officer issues, port of entry funding, appeals court structure, and congressional term limits. Several bills were also referred to committees, including measures on voting centers, candidate petition circulators, weather modification, federal land acquisition consent, bleed control kits, foreign donations, unemployment benefits, and SNAP purchases. The Senate also announced upcoming committee meetings and then adjourned until Monday, January 26, 2026, at 1:15 p.m.
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, June 10, 2025)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • After an military equipment and weapons.
  • </c><08:20:09.120><c> flown</c> same flag pole that had a flag flown same flag pole that had a flag flown
  • I plan to have these flags flown this I plan to have these flags flown this week<08:21:29.280><c> and
  • ><c> what</c><08:21:36.558><c> I</c> These flags will represent what I These flags will represent what
  • So again, a flag will be impeachment.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Jun 18th, 2026

California Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • chaplain, Reverend Jason Benzzi, after which please remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag
  • I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
  • As a husband, a father of four, a military officer, an engineer, an astronaut, and a public servant,
  • As a husband, a father of four, a military officer, an engineer, an astronaut, and a public service,
  • Their work directly reduced battlefield mortality and drove lasting advances in military medicine and
Summary: The Senate opened with a quorum call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance, then honored astronaut Captain Victor J. Glover Jr. for his achievements as a Navy officer, NASA astronaut, and California native. Senators Weber Pearson and Rubio highlighted his historic space missions and his role as an inspiration for students, especially in STEM, before the chamber took a photo with Glover and his family. The body then took up SCR 183 on Juneteenth. Senator Weber Pearson presented the resolution as a commemoration of emancipation and a reminder of the ongoing struggle for racial justice. Senators Padilla, Smallwood-Cuevas, Valladares, and Becker spoke in support from the perspectives of the Latino, LGBTQ, Women’s, Hispanic, and Jewish caucuses, emphasizing historical memory, faith, and the need to continue fighting discrimination. The resolution passed unanimously, 39-0. The Senate next considered budget trailer bills SB 110, SB 122, and SB 125. SB 110 made technical budget amendments and passed 29-10. SB 122 expanded sales tax to electronically delivered prewritten software, extended and limited business tax credits, adjusted LLC minimum taxes, and included other revenue changes; supporters said it helped balance the budget and protect services, while opponents argued it would raise costs for businesses, hospitals, and families. It passed 27-9. SB 125 created a federally compliant managed care organization tax to support Medi-Cal and avoid deeper cuts; supporters said it was necessary after federal changes eliminated the prior tax, while opponents warned premiums could rise. It also passed 27-9. The chamber also adopted SR 114 designating June 15-21, 2026 as AVID Week, and SJR 14 urging a Congressional Gold Medal for World War II Army and Navy nurses, both by unanimous roll call. SCR 187 recognizing Father’s Day in California also passed unanimously. The Senate then approved a large consent calendar and closed with remarks about Juneteenth and the next session scheduled for June 22, 2026.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/26/2026 - Senate Floor Session

Arizona Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag, which will be led by Senator Finchum.
  • 1232 relating to military combatant permit zoning, recommends the bill be amended as follows.
  • Bill 1618 relating to military affairs commission, recommends the bill be amended as follows.
  • Article 7, Arizona Revised Statutes, relating to the Military Affairs Commission.
  • Military Affairs, Mr. Guyon. Military Affairs and Border Security will not be meeting Monday.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security Mar 25th, 2025

Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Committee on Military, Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security will now come to order.
  • I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands
  • We take care of surviving spouses and military retirees in the community of Shalimar, which is the Fort
  • In its current... ...format, it also gives discounted or free licensures for activity military reserves
Summary: The Committee on Military, Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security met with a quorum present and took up three veteran-related bills. SB 78 would allow the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs to authorize a nonprofit retirement community serving only veterans, spouses, and surviving spouses to create veteran- and spouse-designated nursing home beds in a skilled nursing facility, including transfer of certificate-of-need beds within 100 miles. The Air Force Enlisted Village CEO testified in support, saying it would add needed skilled nursing care to their continuum; the bill was reported favorably. The committee then considered CS for SB 1280, a broad veterans bill that modernizes employment and training programs, renames the program the Veterans Florida Opportunity Program, creates a job-training grant program, adjusts reimbursement caps, expands university/agriculture training stipends for veteran spouses, provides various fee reliefs, waives a one-time state business filing fee for veterans, and expands veterans’ treatment courts. Two amendments were adopted: one changed the state flagship designation to the SS American Victory and allowed disabled veteran designation on specialty plates via a DV embossing, while removing outdated references; the second removed hunting and fishing license provisions due to funding concerns. Veterans Florida representatives waved in support, and the committee reported the bill favorably as amended. Finally, SB 1282 created a public records exemption for information submitted to the Veterans Florida Opportunity Program when veterans are developing business opportunities, protecting trade secrets and related sensitive information from disclosure. Veterans Florida supported the measure, and after brief debate the bill was reported favorably. The committee then briefly reconsidered the vote for recording purposes and adjourned without further business.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/02/2026 - House Floor Session

Arizona House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
  • The Committee on Federal Rules of Military Affairs and Elections has under consideration HB 2022 and
  • They changed all of the deadlines for the presidential election and for our overseas military voters
  • They changed all of the deadlines for the presidential election and for our overseas military voters
  • But this year, we have to at least extend the part of the fix related to military overseas voters.
Summary: The House convened, opened with prayer and the Pledge, approved the prior journal, and recognized the Doctor of the Day, Dr. Timothy Beger. Members also introduced several guests and groups in the gallery, including rare disease advocates, community leader Roberto Apodaca Revelez, Lucid Motors representatives, and a pediatrician visiting for Pediatrics Day at the Capitol. Attendance was recorded at 55 present, 0 absent, and 5 excused. In Committee of the Whole, the House considered HB 2022, HB 2122, and HB 2138. HB 2022, dealing with election procedures, was amended to extend the overseas military voter deadline fix and clarify that party observers may be present at all voting locations; it received a do pass recommendation. HB 2122, a technical reciprocity correction for engineers, also received a do pass recommendation. HB 2138, a cleanup bill clarifying that firefighters are covered under workers’ compensation alongside police officers, was amended and recommended do pass. On third reading, the House passed HB 2022 as an emergency measure by 56-0, HB 2046 on probation by 56-0, and HB 2116 appropriating $1 million to the Colorado River Litigation Fund by 56-0. Members speaking on HB 2116 emphasized protecting Arizona’s Colorado River water rights and described the fund as a bipartisan effort. The chamber also heard commemorative remarks recognizing Notre Dame Prep’s hockey championship, proclaiming February 2 as Mexican American Heritage Day, and honoring Mary Green as an early Black pioneer in Arizona. After recess, the House received committee and first-reading reports, announced several temporary committee replacements, and then adjourned until 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
CO

Colorado 2026 Regular Session

Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 098 Apr 22nd, 2026

Colorado Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • branch flag and the American flag, and an enlisted ceremony where over a hundred recruits from the Army
  • </c><00:38:02.320><c> branch</c><00:38:02.720><c> flag</c><00:38:03.680><c> and</c> each carrying a military
  • branch flag and each carrying a military branch flag and the<00:38:04.079><c> American</c><00:38:04.560
  • ><c> flag,</c> the American flag, the American flag, and<00:38:06.480><c> an</c><00:38:06.640><c> enlisted
  • </c><01:54:44.639><c> affairs</c> state veterans and military affairs state veterans and military affairs
CO

Colorado 2026 Regular Session

Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 017 Feb 2nd, 2026

Colorado Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Mullica. flag of the United States of America and flag of the United States of America and to
  • </c><00:52:07.760><c> affairs</c> veterans and military affairs veterans and military affairs &gt;&gt
  • </c> &gt;&gt; to the state veterans and military &gt;&gt; to the state veterans and military affairs<
  • </c> veterans and military affairs. veterans and military affairs.
  • I was in the military myself.
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

IC - Radioactive and Hazardous Materials Sep 2nd, 2025

Radioactive & Hazardous Materials Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And in that questionnaire, you will see that we asked individuals if you have military are you part of
  • the military?
  • And then are you involved with firefighting with respect to the military?
  • people compared to other military people.
  • Blood testing for military.
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Education Feb 11th, 2026

House Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • And I did want to let you know I spoke with General Mick Burnett from the New Mexico Military Institute
  • I spoke with General Mick Burnett from the New Mexico Military Institute this morning.
  • You know, I spoke with General Mick Burnett from the New Mexico Military Institute this morning.
  • The ENMU system and New Mexico Military Institute are in support of this bill.
  • Second, that you flagged, from that $300 million, $150 million is then appropriated to the UNM School
Bills: SB234 , SB210 , SB243 , SB244 , SM16 , HB8
Summary: The Senate Education Committee began by announcing that SB 210 would be rolled over to Friday and would not be heard. The committee then returned to SB 234, which would provide foster child school transportation funding statewide rather than only for Albuquerque Public Schools. Members adopted an amendment striking the APS-only language and making the bill statewide after testimony from the sponsor, PED, and others that foster youth transportation is a growing issue and should have its own funding stream. The committee discussed how the money might be distributed and whether the $1.2 million appropriation would be sufficient, then voted do pass on SB 234 as amended. The committee next heard HB 8, which creates a Higher Education Major Projects Fund for large capital projects that are difficult to fund through existing capital outlay processes. Testimony from the sponsor, LFC, HED, and university representatives explained that the bill would support projects such as the UNM School of Medicine, an NMSU multidisciplinary building, student housing, student life projects, and certain Division I athletic facilities, while requiring design readiness, institutional matches, and legislative oversight. Several senators raised concerns about the clarity of the prioritization process, the Division I-only athletics language, the recurring nature of future funding, and the relationship to other capital funding streams, but the committee ultimately voted do pass on HB 8. The committee then considered SB 243 and SB 244, nearly identical bills for UNM and NMSU that would each appropriate $5 million for student health, student support, nutrition, travel, scholarships, and other athletic department needs. Athletic directors testified that conference realignment, higher travel costs, nutrition demands, and new revenue-sharing/NIL obligations have increased expenses, and sponsors said the bills were intended as one-time appropriations. Some senators questioned whether the requests should be recurring or funded through university revenue rather than the state, but both bills received do pass recommendations. Finally, the committee heard SM 16, as amended, which asks HED to convene a task force to study parenting students in higher education and recommend ways to collect data and improve support. Supporters said better data is needed to understand barriers such as child care and transportation, and the memorial passed with a do pass recommendation. The committee then adjourned until Friday morning.
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate Chamber Feb 9th, 2026

New Mexico Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Pledge of Allegiance in Spanish to be led today by Senator Nava, and the salute to the New Mexico flag
  • I salute the flag of the state of New Mexico and the Zia. You may be seated. You may be seated.
  • student participation on our military bases involved.
  • student participation on our military bases involved.
  • I've got to get a new flag to wave, Mr. President. How did you like the game?
Summary: The Senate convened, established a quorum, offered an invocation and pledges, and then spent much of the session on ceremonial recognitions and guest introductions. Certificates and remarks highlighted the 30th anniversary of 529 education savings plans and 4-H Day, with senators praising 529 plans as a family education-savings tool and 4-H as a major youth leadership program in all 33 counties. Members also recognized Scouts in America, including Michaela Kern as the first female Eagle Scout from Eddy County, and heard additional presentations tied to New Mexico State University, the College Assistance Migrant Program, and regional councils of government. Several senators used the floor to introduce students and community members from across the state, especially 4-H participants, NMSU CAMP students, and local youth leadership groups. Comments emphasized agriculture, leadership development, public service, and the importance of volunteer support. One senator also raised concerns about a prior Indian Day incident involving the Navajo Nation being placed at the back for the pledge, urging better decorum and respect in the chamber. The Senate then processed a governor’s message authorizing Senate Bill 149 for consideration and adopted multiple committee reports moving bills and memorials through the process, including measures referred to education, health and public affairs, tax/business/transportation, rules, finance, and judiciary committees. The body also introduced Senate Memorials 24 and 25 and Senate Joint Memorial 4. A call of the Senate was ordered after objection to moving to third reading, and the sergeant-at-arms reported Senators Sanchez and Tobiassen missing; the chamber remained under call while other business continued. The session ended with committee schedule announcements and a recess until noon the next day.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

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

Kentucky House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
  • c><00:01:36.799><c> algiance</c><00:01:37.600><c> to</c><00:01:37.920><c> the</c><00:01:38.079><c> flag
  • to the flag of the United<00:01:39.759><c> States</c><00:01:40.159><c> of</c><00:01:40.400><c> America
  • To Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection: House Bill 508 and House Concurrent Resolution
  • ><c> and</c> To veterans, Military Affairs, and To veterans, Military Affairs, and Public<00:34:32.159
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.