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PA
Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Jul 11 2026)
Pennsylvania Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The following nominations, beginning with Thomas J.
- The clerk will read the nominations. The clerk will read the nominations.
- The following nominations, beginning with Thomas J.
- The ayes have it, and the nominations will be returned to the governor.
- The ayes have it, and the nominations will be returned to the governor.
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and routine administrative business, including approval of the June 1, 2026 journal and several leave requests. The chamber then took up a series of bills and committee referrals, with House Bill 1042 initially sent to Appropriations and later re-referred to Rules and Executive Nominations after committee action. Several other measures were either passed, held over in their order, or re-referred, including House Bills 36 and 513 to Appropriations and various Senate and House bills set aside for later consideration.
The most substantive floor debate centered on House Bill 96, where Senator Yaw offered Amendment A4096 to clarify the legal effect of historic tax sales of unseated lands. The amendment would treat certain historic tax-sale deeds as conveying full fee simple ownership, including severed subsurface rights, unless those rights were separately assessed, and would require documentary proof for claims of redemption. The amendment passed 36-14. The Senate also adopted Amendment A4183 to House Bill 1862 after a ruling that Senator Rothman had no conflict of interest and was required to vote; that amendment passed 46-4. Later, Amendment A4173 to House Bill 2559 was adopted 49-1, and House Bill 2559 then passed as amended.
Several bills received final passage by unanimous 50-0 votes, including House Bills 482, 1102, 1830, 1860, and 2426, while House Bill 1862 and House Bill 96 were advanced as amended. The Senate also returned a slate of gubernatorial nominations to the governor on motion of the Rules and Executive Nominations Committee. During petitions and remonstrances, Senator Tartaglione urged action to raise Pennsylvania’s minimum wage, arguing the budget should not ignore low-wage workers. The session also included recognition remarks for Ed Sheehan’s retirement and a submission to the record on the Treaty of Paris. The Senate then recessed until July 12, 2026, at noon, and several bills were signed in the presence of the Senate before recess.
NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Senate Standing Committee on Finance, Transportation and Corporations - 06/03/2026
Transcript Highlights:
- We vote on these four nominations one by one. Okay, we vote on these four nominations one by one.
- This nomination moves to the floor of the Senate.
- This nomination moves to the Senate floor.
- This nomination moves to the floor.
- This nomination moves to the floor. This nomination moves to the floor. Opposed, without rec.
Summary:
The joint meeting of the Senate Finance, Corporations, Authorities and Commissions, and Transportation committees considered four nominations to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority board: Melanie Hartzog, Jeanette Sadecott, Matthew Rand, and James O’Donnell. Each nominee gave opening remarks describing their public service or transportation-related experience and their interest in issues such as affordability, accessibility, state of good repair, regional connectivity, and transit safety. Senators also raised concerns about MTA transparency, the 2025-29 capital plan funding gap, fare and toll evasion, worker safety, and the need for better service in underserved areas.
Members pressed the nominees on several policy questions, including the feasibility of free or reduced-fare buses, expanding bus service and bus lanes, restoring Hudson Valley and Harlem Line service, improving west-of-Hudson and Rockland County transit, and advancing the Second Avenue Subway and accessibility projects. The nominees generally said they were open to studying these ideas, emphasized collaboration with the MTA, governor, mayor, and legislature, and supported greater transparency and investment in transit infrastructure. Senators also highlighted labor concerns, including the MTA workers’ contract and safety for bus operators and other transit workers.
At the end of the hearing, the committees voted separately on each nomination. Melanie Hartzog, Jeanette Sadecott, Matthew Rand, and James O’Donnell were each approved by the committees and advanced to the Senate floor. The meeting then adjourned.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Apr 9th, 2026 at 09:30 am
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- President, why do we have a judicial nominating commission. Thank you for the question.
- The history of the judicial nominating commission was back in 1967.
- Since that time in 1967, how has the judicial nominating commission been altered?
- HJR1024 removes key safeguards in the Judicial Nominating Commission.
- nominating commission.
Bills:
HB4248 , HB4429 , HB2588 , HB3472 , HB4317 , HB3462 , HB2035 , HB3501 , HB3127 , HB3143 , HB3144 , HB3260 , HB4321 , HB3011 , HB3522 , HB3530 , HB3940 , HB3078 , HB3043 , HB3005 , HB3007 , HB3403 , HB1907 , HB3175 , HB3986 , HB3466 , HB3411 , HB4246 , SJR49 , HB3281 , HB4319 , HJR1086 , HJR1024 , HJR1087
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
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- We have a good number of executive nominations to go through this morning.
- You are here because you have been nominated by Governor Stitt.
- That's a nomination from Pro Tempore Paxton, the second from Senator Rossino.
- I appreciate Governor's nomination.
- considering my nomination this morning.
Committee:
Senate Rules
Keywords:
emergency management, severe weather, youth camp, summer camp, overnight camp, day camp, outdoor education, adventure camp, wilderness program, campground safety, tornado preparedness, flooding, flash flood, high winds, hail, lightning, extreme heat, extreme cold, wildfire smoke, evacuation plan
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider pending calendar business. Apr 30th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Today we'll consider a Coast Guard promotion, two consequential nominations, and 16 bills.
- All told, the nominations and bills we're voting on today represent a bipartisan vision for a secure,
- On the nominations, I plan to support Ms. Trustee's nomination.
- The motion is agreed to and the nominations are ordered to be reported favorably.
- The motion is agreed to and the nomination is ordered to be reported favorably.
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS Senate Floor - 6 January, 2026; 12:00 PM
Mississippi Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We'll now open the nomination for sergeant at arms.
- Jimmy Jordan as and my honor to nominate Jimmy Jordan as sergeant-at-arms.
- </c> >> I second the nomination. >> I second the nomination.
- </c> nominations be closed. nominations be closed.
- ><00:10:41.320><c> and</c><00:10:41.440><c> Jimmy</c> the nomination be closed and Jimmy the nomination
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Major online platforms, including Meta, TikTok, Amazon, and LinkedIn, also now nominally support C2PA
- Major online platforms, including Meta, TikTok, Amazon, and LinkedIn, also now nominally support C2PA
- Major online platforms, including meta, TikTok, Amazon, and LinkedIn also now nominally support C2PA.
- Had AB 611 been in place, I can assure you that transaction would not have occurred.
- What would have happened is uncertainty would have entered into the transaction.
Committee:
House Judiciary
Summary:
The committee heard several bills focused on reproductive access, child safety online, immigration enforcement in schools, privacy, reparations, and AI transparency. AB 54, AB 1137, AB 49, AB 82, AB 1355, AB 62, and AB 853 were all presented with testimony from authors, state agencies, advocates, and industry representatives. Supporters generally framed the measures as protecting access to care, shielding vulnerable communities, improving online safety for children, limiting government or commercial misuse of sensitive data, addressing historical harms, and increasing transparency around AI-generated content. Opponents raised concerns about safety, constitutional issues, implementation burdens, privacy, law enforcement access, and the impact on existing industry practices or state privacy law.
AB 54 would protect medication abortion access and shield providers and others from liability related to transporting and administering abortion medication; it passed to Appropriations, with one no vote. AB 1137 would strengthen reporting and audit requirements for child sexual abuse material on social media platforms, allowing broader reporting and public third-party audits; it passed unanimously to Appropriations. AB 49 would restrict immigration enforcement activity at California public schools and require warrants and school approval before such actions on campus; it passed to Appropriations with one no vote and one member not voting. AB 82 would protect health data and expand Safe at Home and related confidentiality protections for gender-affirming care providers and patients; it passed to Appropriations. AB 1355, the California Location Privacy Act, would restrict collection, use, and sale of precise location data; after extensive debate over privacy, security, and law enforcement concerns, it passed as amended to Appropriations. AB 62, addressing restitution for families displaced by racially biased eminent domain, also passed to Appropriations. AB 853, requiring more provenance transparency for AI-generated and authentic content on platforms and devices, passed to Appropriations after discussion of technical feasibility and First Amendment concerns.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nominations of Preston Griffith, of Virginia, to be Under Secretary, and Dario Gil, of New York, to be Under Secretary for Science, both of the Department of Energy. Apr 10th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Energy and Natural Resources Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Welcome to the committee's fourth nomination hearing in the 119th Congress.
- Dario Gil, nominated to be Undersecretary of the Department of Energy for Science.
- Dario Gil, nominated to serve as Undersecretary of Energy .
- The committee meets this morning to consider the nominations of Mr.
- he's nominated to a position like this.
Keywords:
nominations, Undersecretary of Energy, Undersecretary of Science, Preston Griffith, Dario Gil, energy policy, scientific innovation
Summary:
The meeting was convened to discuss several significant nominations, particularly focusing on Preston Wills Griffith III for Undersecretary of Energy and Dr. Dario Gil for Undersecretary of Science. The committee underscored the importance of these roles in shaping American energy policy and scientific innovation. The discussion highlighted the nominees' backgrounds, with Griffith having extensive experience at the Department of Energy and the White House, and Gil bringing expertise in quantum technology and energy research. Members expressed a strong desire to understand the nominees' perspectives on current challenges facing the energy sector, including regulatory mandates and national security concerns. The meeting concluded with a commitment to ensuring thorough evaluations of the candidates and their proposed approaches to pressing issues.
PA
Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Jun 22 2026)
Pennsylvania Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Resolution No. 339 referred to Rules and Executive Nominations.
- for Major General; Colonel Jonathan Lloyd, nominated for Brigadier General; Colonel Randy Lutz, nominated
- , nominated for Brigadier General.
- for Major General; Colonel Jonathan Lloyd, nominated for Brigadier General; Colonel Randy Lutz, nominated
- , nominated for Brigadier General.
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer by Senator Anthony H. Williams and the Pledge of Allegiance, then received gubernatorial communications and a long list of newly referred Senate and House bills and resolutions. The chamber approved the April 22, 2026 journal by a 49-0 vote. Senators also introduced guests, including a high school senior advisory council visiting with Senator Malone and a young guest welcomed by Senator Costa.
On the floor, several bills were taken up and either set aside or advanced. Senate Bill 1377 and Senate Bill 482 were re-referred to Appropriations, Senate Bill 906 was re-referred to Rules and Executive Nominations, and Senate Bills 1133, 1334, and 1368 were also sent to Appropriations. Senator Dush requested a conflict-of-interest ruling on an amendment to Senate Bill 469; the chair ruled no conflict existed and required him to vote, and the amendment was adopted. The Senate also took Senate Bill 127 from the table and placed it on the calendar.
The Senate then considered Supplemental Calendar Number One. Senate Bill 362 received a technical amendment and was advanced; Senate Bill 1183 passed 50-0; Senate Bill 1352, which would allow qualifying substance use disorder treatment providers to receive two-year licenses, passed 45-5 after supportive remarks from Senators Brooks, Tartaglione, and Street; and House Bill 1877, codifying the Pennsylvania seal of biliteracy, passed 50-0 after Senator Lindsey Williams described its student-led origins. The session ended with committee announcements for the next day and Senator Tartaglione’s petition urging a floor vote on the House-passed minimum wage bill, House Bill 2189.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Retirement and Government Resources REVISED Apr 21st, 2026
Retirement and Government Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- who is willing to carry your nomination, you would not be here today.
- who is willing to carry your nomination, you would not be here today.
- Senator Hines, you are recognized to explain the nomination or introduce the nomination of Mark Wood.
- And I appreciate the fact that you're here for nomination. It's not like your...
- Thank you for that answer, and I appreciate the fact that you're here for nomination.
Bills:
HB1170
Committee:
Senate Retirement and Government Resources
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Retirement and Government Affairs met to consider two executive nominations and House Bill 1170. Mark Wood was introduced as nominee to lead OMES; he described his background in public accounting and tax administration, said his focus would be on stabilizing the agency, improving efficiency, and balancing accountability with service. Senators asked about OMES’s core mission and whether some duties should be returned to agencies; Wood said he would keep an open mind and work with legislators on possible changes. The committee advanced his nomination on a 9-0 vote.
The committee then heard Dwayne Helmberger’s nomination to the State Fire Marshal Commission. Helmberger, currently Stillwater fire chief and formerly assistant chief in Midwest City, emphasized code administration, education, and coordination with other agencies. Senators questioned him about backlogs in fire marshal inspections for marijuana grow operations and certificates of occupancy; he said the backlog was driven by the volume of applications and could be addressed through better planning, coordination, and logistics. His nomination also advanced unanimously, 9-0.
Finally, the committee considered House Bill 1170, which would direct pension fiduciaries to focus on pecuniary interests and avoid non-financial ESG considerations. Senator Daniels explained that the bill was intended to clarify state policy and align definitions with related measures, and she requested a title strike while continuing to work on the language. Members raised concerns about due process, immunity provisions, and whether the bill would conflict with recent court rulings or still allow consideration of ESG factors when financially relevant. After debate, the committee passed the bill 6-2.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:09:24.320><c> Do</c> to testify on this nomination? Okay. Do to testify on this nomination?
- </c> of this nomination. Thank you very much. of this nomination. Thank you very much.
- Mary Ye nomination. Thank you very much. Mary Ye in<00:16:53.360><c> support.
- Would you like to make a statement about your nomination?
- </c><00:46:41.200><c> Governor's</c> following nominations. Governor's following nominations.
Committee:
Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection held a confirmation hearing on a long list of nominees to state boards and commissions. Early nominees included David Padilla to the State Boxing Commission, Steven Pine to the Board of Dentistry, Deborah McMmen to the Board of Acupuncture, Tiffany Lyn Hmel and Gabriel Aay to the Board of Veterinary Medicine, Nathan Eslin to the Cable Advisory Committee, John Takitani and Tony Lao to the Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Landscape Architects, John Arbles to the State Board of Public Accountancy, and later nominees to the Board of Psychology, Board of Pharmacy, Hawaii Medical Board, Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology, Board of Chiropractic, Board of Physical Therapy, Board of Private Detectives and Guards, and the Real Estate Commission. Most nominations were for terms expiring in 2027, 2028, or 2029, with one Real Estate Commission term expiring in 2026.
Testimony was overwhelmingly in support. DCCA and the relevant boards or commissions generally stood on written testimony supporting each nominee, and many individual supporters also testified, including professional associations, industry representatives, and community members. Several nominees briefly addressed the committee, expressing appreciation and interest in continuing or beginning service. The committee asked a few questions on some nominations, especially about the Real Estate Commission and the Board of Private Detectives and Guards, where members discussed condominium-related complaints, association practices, and whether the board could do more to assist security personnel; the nominee said staffing and authority limits constrained additional training or oversight. For the Real Estate Commission, members also asked about broader housing and market conditions, and the nominee said inventory shortages and housing supply issues remained a major concern.
No opposition testimony or contentious votes were described in the transcript. The chair repeatedly asked whether there were questions or additional testimony, and after each nominee the committee generally moved on without objection. The hearing was focused on receiving testimony and evaluating the nominees for later confirmation rather than taking final action during the meeting.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Apr 30th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We're grateful for the executive nominations of those willing to serve.
- We will now move to the tier two executive nominations.
- Clerk will read the nominations.
- Madam President, that concludes the tier two nominations. That concludes the executive nominations.
- I declare the executive nominations to have been confirmed.
Bills:
HB1168
Keywords:
abortion, abortion-inducing drugs, medication abortion, mifepristone, misoprostol, methotrexate, pro-life, pro-choice, reproductive health, unborn child, trafficking, felony, contraception, pharmacist, pharmacy, Title 63, Oklahoma statutes, abortion pill, drug distribution, criminal penalty
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Retirement and Government Resources REVISED Apr 21st, 2026 at 10:30 am
Retirement and Government Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Hines, you are recognized. to explain the nomination or introduce the nomination of Marc Wood
- Thank you for that answer and appreciate the fact that you're here for a nomination.
- I declare the nomination to have passed and moved to the full floor. Congratulations.
- I declare the nomination to have passed and moved to the full floor. Congratulations.
- Concludes if we find more exact nominations, we'll be back.
Bills:
HB1170
Committee:
Senate Retirement and Government Resources
VA
Transcript Highlights:
- Nominations are now in order for judges of the judicial circuit.
- Are there further nominations? The chair hears none.
- Nominations are now in order for judges of the general district court.
- Are there further nominations? The chair hears none.
- Are there further nominations? The chair hears none.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider Amendment of Rule 6(b) of the Committee Rules to establish the reporting quorum, an original resolution to provide for the funding of the Committee for the 119th Congress, and the nominations of Douglas Burgum, of North D Jan 23rd, 2025 at 08:30 am
Energy and Natural Resources Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- In the country today, at their nomination hearings last week, the nominees proved that they're committed
- But as to the nomination of Governor Doug Burgum to be Secretary of the Interior, I don't know.
- On this vote, the ayes are 15 and the nays are 6, and the nomination is agreed to.
- The fact that the tribes in North Dakota Have all come together in support of his nomination, I think
- It is for these reasons that I cannot support these nominations today.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Elementary and Secondary Education Apr 1st, 2026
Elementary and Secondary Education
Transcript Highlights:
- The state encourages entities that nominate.
- And so another part of this would be entities that nominate—let's say the American Legion group nominates
- The state encourages entities that nominate.
- And so another part of this would be entities that nominate, let's say, the American Legion group nominates
- , and they nominate them.
Committee:
House Elementary and Secondary Education
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- So a lot of times they end up nominating three people.
- It would be 50,000 people and less would nominate one person.
- So the governor must stay within that nomination list, if I’m reading this accurately.
- “It says the appointment should be from the list of nominations.
- I think that’s set too high to only have a single candidate nomination.
Committee:
House Local Government
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
HWN, HWN DEFER Public Hearings 04-10-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Again, this is the April 10th 1 p.m. agenda for the 5GM nominations.
- </c><00:02:54.080><c> That's</c> nomination. Thank you. Thank you. That's nomination. Thank you.
- </c> and happily support her nomination. and happily support her nomination.
- 19:15.200><c> and</c> Congratulations on your nomination and Congratulations on your nomination and thank
- </c><00:43:54.240><c> for</c> GM773, she silos being nominated for GM773, she silos being nominated for
Summary:
The Committee on Hawaiian Affairs heard nominations for several members of the Burial Council and the Hawaiian Homes Commission. For Burial Council nominations, the Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Historic Preservation Division testified in support of Leimana Abunes, Cyrus Sito, Chantel Freeman, and Chadley Shiml Fenig, emphasizing their genealogical ties, cultural knowledge, experience with iwi kupuna, and commitment to preservation and reinterment. Each nominee also briefly introduced themselves and described their background and motivation to serve. Committee members said they had favorable conversations with the nominees and indicated votes would be taken at the end of the agenda.
The committee then took up Governor’s Message 773, Shaylin Ornellas, for the Hawaiian Homes Commission. Testimony in support was strong, including 45 written supports and no opposition, along with oral testimony from the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and community supporters. Supporters highlighted Ornellas’ education, real estate and development experience, public service, and connection to Kauaʻi and homestead communities. Ornellas said she was answering a call to serve and discussed her background and commitment to the community.
Members questioned Ornellas closely about Act 279, the DHHL waitlist, beneficiary consultation, housing options, and the department’s “paper lease” practice. She said Act 279 was intended to help reduce the waitlist, supported broader housing options and beneficiary input, and acknowledged limited familiarity with the technical details of paper leases. One senator raised concerns that paper leases may not guarantee actual lots and urged further research. The discussion also touched on policy issues such as beneficiaries maintaining their waitlist positions after declining offers or taking rentals, with committee members noting these are commission policy choices rather than statutory mandates.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- This classification is nominally sensitive.
- This classification is nominally sensitive.
- </c> is likely is nominally sensitive. is likely is nominally sensitive.
- Kīauea is not nominally sensitive. It's the opposite of nominally sensitive.
- </c><00:38:48.880><c> sensitive</c> we all agree to be nominally sensitive we all agree to be nominally
Bills:
HB2611 , HB2102 , HB1710 , HB1868 , HB1920 , HB1812 , HB1733 , HB1715 , HB1723 , HB1724 , HB1727 , HB1711
Committee:
House Housing
Summary:
The committee first took up HB 2611, which would prohibit algorithmic price-setting in Hawaii’s rental market, require public education by the Attorney General, and establish fines and penalties. The Department of the Attorney General opposed the bill, saying its language was too unclear and could expose landlords and agents to criminal and civil liability for ordinary rent-setting practices based on public information or assistance from property professionals. Members asked about antitrust standards, tacit agreement, and whether using county-published affordable-rent schedules would be unlawful; the AG said that would not be unlawful if based on public information and without collusion. Testimony was mixed, with the chair noting support from the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission, Hawaii Realtors with comments, 50501 Hawaii and General Strike Hawaii, Haloha Project, 13 individuals, and one opponent.
The committee then heard HB 2102, which clarifies that residential projects involving ground disturbance in high-risk areas remain subject to state historic preservation review and removes an exemption for lands presumed nominally sensitive. The Office of Planning and Sustainable Development and the Department of Planning and Permitting supported the measure, saying it would improve clarity and ensure review focuses on projects most likely to affect historic properties or iwi kupuna, while also urging language refinements to better define sensitive sandy-soil areas and balance preservation with housing timelines. NAP Hawaii opposed the bill, arguing it would undo progress made last session and that the current process already includes protections for inadvertent discoveries and efficiency for lower-risk areas.
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs strongly supported HB 2102, explaining it was responding to beneficiary complaints about late-added language in last year’s law and saying the nominally sensitive-area language should be removed because it was adopted without sufficient stakeholder input and could be harmful to iwi kupuna protections. Native Hawaiian Legal Corporation and several individuals also supported the bill. Committee discussion focused on how “nominally sensitive” areas are determined, whether project proponents could self-certify areas as exempt, and how high-density residential projects should be treated; SHPD said it uses survey and monitoring data to map sensitivity, that highly sensitive areas like Kīauea are not nominally sensitive, and that some high-density projects should remain exempt if they do not involve new ground disturbance. The hearing included no final vote in the portion provided, but the chair noted 48 individuals in support and continued questioning on the bill’s definitions and implementation.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Feb 18th, 2026
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Clerk will read the first nomination.
- President, that concludes the executive nominations. Okay. That concludes executive nominations.
- Members, this is a Tier 1 nomination, so this will be a roll call vote.
- So if you favor the nomination, vote aye. If you're opposed to the nomination, vote no.
- So if you favor the nomination, you'll vote aye. If you're opposed the nomination, you'll vote no.
Bills:
HCR1006 , SB1226 , SB1239 , SB1309 , SB2132 , SB1189 , SB1344 , SB1295 , SB1355 , SB1998 , SB1330 , SB1297 , SB1338 , SB1546 , SB1378 , SB1859 , SB1333 , SB1341 , SB1377 , SB1990
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer, and handled several floor introductions, including recognition of an intern, visiting FFA members, and later a Sand Springs state championship football team and Murray County visitors. The chamber also laid over Senate Bill 2067 and adopted a unanimous-consent request to bring HCR 1006 directly to calendar.
HCR 1006, which calls on Congress to propose a constitutional amendment giving states more control over campaign and ballot-initiative money, passed by voice vote. Senate Bill 1226, expanding hit-and-run scene-retention requirements to include property damage, passed 47-0. Senate Bill 1239, dealing with transportation-related statutory cleanup and extending a sunset date for structurally deficient bridge funding from 2026 to 2031, was amended twice, advanced, and passed 44-2, then was approved as an emergency measure. Senate Bill 1309, adjusting the amount that may be reserved from the Roads Fund for debt service, advanced and passed 46-0 as an emergency measure.
Later, Senate Bill 2132, increasing a justice surcharge on credit-card point-of-sale transactions from 2% to 3%, passed 28-17; Senator Hall recorded a personal-interest abstention. The Senate then confirmed Daniel LaFortune to the Oklahoma Tax Commission by a 44-1 roll call vote. The body concluded by moving to adjourn until Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. when the clerk’s desk is clear.