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• being constructed and generating power in Washington.
• The next category was power purchase agreements.
• The nuclear power is also not cost competitive.
• If you hear nuclear power advocates saying that solar power only works when the sun is shining or wind
• And so otherwise nuclear power will come at a huge cost that is generational. otherwise nuclear power

Bills: SB5821, SB6004, SB6010, SB5941

Keywords: nuclear energy, energy strategy, advanced technology, sustainability, state policy, renewable energy, public entities, electric generation, contracting, SB 6010, Washington energy siting, EFSEC, Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, tribal consultation, government-to-government consultation, federally recognized tribes, energy facility siting, RCW, clean energy, alternative energy

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• And the governor said, yeah, sure, ...decide to beg the governor to do something to put them over the
• since I've been governor.
• It is the governor.
• The governor last election cycle backed four constitutional amendments on a ...governor.
• It's the governor.

Summary: The committee first took up CS for CS for CS for SB 462 on transportation, adopting a substitute amendment that would require counties receiving transportation surtax proceeds to report how the money is used, prohibit certain airport fees tied to collegiate flight training, create a Sarasota-Manatee Airport Authority pilot program, and fund a traffic signal modernization program with $10 million annually from the State Transportation Trust Fund. The amendment also removed several provisions from the bill, including a sales tax transfer to the trust fund, a bid protest-related contracting requirement, and repeal of the Metropolitan Planning Organization Advisory Council. A late-filed amendment was tabled, and the bill was reported favorably. The committee then heard CS for CS for SB 628, “Lucy's Law,” on boating safety, which would strengthen penalties for leaving the scene of a vessel accident and reckless vessel operation. Lucy’s parents gave emotional testimony in support, describing the fatal 2022 boating crash and urging stronger accountability. The sponsor withdrew pending amendments, and the bill was reported favorably. CS for CS for SB 700, the Florida Farm Bill, was next; the strike-all amendment covered a broad range of agriculture-related changes, including water fluoridation restrictions, labeling rules, drone restrictions over farmland, disaster recovery programs, an honest services registry, FFA-related provisions, and agricultural land preservation. Testimony included support from agricultural and gun-rights groups, opposition from banking, dental, and local-government advocates, and a lengthy public debate over fluoridation and financial discrimination. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably. SB 796 on general permits for distributed wastewater treatment systems was reported favorably with little debate. The committee then took up CS for SB 1618 on K-12 education, adopting a delete-all amendment that combined a wide range of education provisions, including VPK flexibility, agriculture education, financial literacy, reading intervention requirements, teacher assignment reporting, restrictions on spending public funds on political or social activism, postsecondary and workforce-related changes, and other school and college system updates. Several speakers opposed the activism-related funding restriction, while the sponsor said the bill was intended to keep publicly funded schools focused on education; the bill was reported favorably. Finally, the committee considered SB 7016 on initiative petitions, adopting a strike-all amendment that would sharply tighten petition circulation rules and increase penalties. The proposal would require circulators to be Florida residents and U.S. citizens, impose training and registration requirements, shorten petition submission deadlines, require more identifying information on petition forms, limit sponsors to one amendment per election cycle, and create new enforcement and investigation triggers, including a 25% invalid-signature threshold. Sponsors argued the changes were needed to address fraud and protect the integrity of constitutional amendment petitions, while senators raised concerns about due process, public-records issues, burdens on volunteers, and the impact on voters and sponsors. The bill was not reported in the portion provided, and the discussion remained ongoing at the end of the transcript.

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• The governor vetoed the bill and returned it to the house.
• Madam Speaker, the governor in his veto override message made several points that I want to talk about
• In addition, the governor expressed a In addition, the governor expressed a preference for the House's
• It maximizes the construction of renewable power on site, and it includes Renewable power on site, and
• The governor argues that we already have enough regulatory authority.

Keywords: 926, house, all

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• ,</c><00:31:30.240><c> raise</c> corporations grow their power, raise corporations grow their power,
• </c> Their story is a testament to the power Their story is a testament to the power of<02:18:06.960>
• Governor Newsom's scheme is insane.
• and they lose power.
• </c> participate so that he gets more power participate so that he gets more power and<02:54:04.720><

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, September 19, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Reliable power, affordable power. Look at the increases. Where's it at?
• And that's power. no longer with us. And that's power.
• Speaker, to speak truth to power and truth about power.
• power.
• 32:06.080><c> power,</c> The power to impeach.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Madam Chair, Senate, but we have the governor and the lieutenant governor out of the state of Texas.
• Governor Campbell, Governor Creighton, members of this committee, my name is Sherry Sylvester. and I'm
• And the governor. Governor, absolutely. Absolutely, but they make the big decisions.
• When someone is named by the governor...
• Governor-approved narratives.

Bills: SB37, SB1489, SB452, SB724, SB1067, SB1741, SB1273

Keywords: higher education, curriculum review, governing board, faculty council, ombudsman, faculty governance, decision-making, transparency, public meetings, department head, employment approval, public institutions, institutional oversight, education, funding, accountability, state budget, school performance, employment, Texas legislation

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• That's in the same ballpark as the governor.
• And then I look at the utility lines for other energy, power.
• Yeah, so earlier in April, both the governor or the governor of Senate and Assembly leadership expressed
• Has this been communicated to the power plant operators yet?
• That's SB 583, which was signed by the governor, approved by the legislature and signed by the governor

Summary: The hearing opened with budget framing from the chair and the LAO, who said the May Revision addresses roughly a $14 billion budget problem and that the environment and transportation subcommittee’s proposals account for about $1.9 billion of the solution. The LAO urged members to focus on solutions that do not worsen out-year deficits, to preserve reserves, and to defer major policy changes that are not necessary to pass the budget, including the newly introduced water-related trailer bills. Members also raised concern about a late-dropped Olympic-related trailer bill, which the LAO likewise suggested should be deferred for fuller review. The first major item was the Delta Conveyance Project and related water quality control plan trailer bills. The administration argued the proposals would streamline permitting, water rights proceedings, judicial review, and land acquisition, and would clarify DWR’s bond authority for the project. DWR said the project is needed to protect water supply reliability against drought, earthquakes, sea level rise, and other climate-related disruptions, and that the tunnel would help move water when conditions are wet and safer for the environment. Committee members from both parties questioned the timing, the use of budget trailer bills for major policy changes, the scope of the CEQA and water-rights changes, the lack of a bond cap, cost growth, and eminent domain protections. The LAO recommended deferring both water trailer bills without prejudice. Public comment was sharply divided, with labor, water agencies, and some business groups supporting the project as climate adaptation and reliability infrastructure, while environmental, tribal, fishing, county, and community groups opposed it as an attempt to bypass public process and weaken protections. The committee then briefly heard the DMV’s Digital Experience Platform fee trailer bill, which would reinstate a $1 system improvement fee to help fund the vehicle-registration phase of the project. DMV said the fee would raise about $7 million annually and offset roughly $59 million to $60 million of project costs, while the LAO noted it would help but would not solve the Motor Vehicle Account’s broader structural gap. The hearing then moved to California High-Speed Rail, where the new CEO presented an updated plan and said the project remains a major climate and infrastructure investment. He reported a revised Merced-to-Bakersfield cost range of $34.9 billion to $38.5 billion, said the agency is trying to reduce risk through direct procurement of materials, and argued that stable annual funding is needed to avoid higher costs from delays.

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• ,</c><00:35:55.040><c> not</c> Utility bills should pay for power, not Utility bills should pay for power
• </c><00:43:34.560><c> don't</c> The ones that generate the power don't The ones that generate the power
• </c> you want to save money, cut in power." you want to save money, cut in power."
• We would have paused in power.
• But this bill, when paused in power.

Keywords: House streaming session for Friday, February 6, 2026, 957, house, all

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• Upon a senior chair of the governor. When would that occur? Upon a senior chair of the governor.
• Pinchback, our former governor, to serve in the U.S.
• It depends on when the governor signs the bill.
• But all of you all could assist in aiding the targeter: the governor, the lieutenant governor, the attorney
• The governor, the lieutenant governor, the attorney general, those are the two people for whatever reason

Bills: SB256

Keywords: court consolidation, judicial administrative, Orleans Parish, civil district court, criminal district court, court clerk, judicial funding

Summary: The Judiciary Committee heard Senate Bill 256, which would combine the Orleans Parish clerks of criminal district court and civil district court into one office, with the bill taking effect upon gubernatorial signature. Senator Jay Morris said the change would align Orleans with other parishes, improve efficiency, and eventually help consolidate funding and operations, noting that Orleans is the only parish with two clerks and that the criminal side lacks the civil-side revenue streams used elsewhere. Committee members questioned the timing because the election for the next term had already been held and certified, and repeatedly raised concerns that the bill would effectively eliminate an office after voters had already chosen Calvin Duncan as criminal clerk. Much of the discussion focused on whether the bill would be constitutional or fair if enacted before the new term began. Opponents argued it would disenfranchise voters, target Duncan personally, and set a dangerous precedent by abolishing an office after an election. Supporters and witnesses for Duncan said the bill was rushed, lacked a fiscal note, and would create confusion about staffing, records, training, and the transition between the two court systems. Several witnesses also argued that the criminal clerk’s office is essential to access to justice and that the data and efficiency rationale did not justify the timing or effect of the bill. Calvin Duncan testified that he ran to improve access to court records after his own wrongful conviction and incarceration, and said the bill sends the message that votes do not count. Other witnesses, including teachers, voters, attorneys, former officials, and advocacy representatives, echoed that the measure undermines democracy and appears aimed at preventing Duncan from taking office. Senator Morris denied personal targeting and said the bill was about abolishing an unnecessary office, but acknowledged litigation was likely. The committee also adopted a three-minute rule for testimony by a 10-3 vote, then began hearing public testimony, with the first witnesses overwhelmingly opposing the bill.

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• But now that happens and the power goes out.
• So are we going to have a state where we have... ...of the ability to have power that we need to power
• , and that's when I learned about dispatchable power.
• So the governor has to sign it? The governor has to sign it.
• The federal government has grown too powerful.

Bills: HB246, HB796, HB 1056, HB1544, HB1846, HB2001, HB2618, HB2625, HB2869, HB2898, HB3069, HB3114, HB3157, HB3228, HJR98, HB246

Keywords: federal directives, state authority, Tenth Amendment, government enforcement, local governance, gold standard, legal tender, currency, transactional currency, financial transactions, electronic payment systems, state finance, regulatory compliance, electric trucks, charging infrastructure, advisory council, transportation, sustainability, criminal penalties, official information

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• I am asking to move for conference powers. Mr. President.
• Senate likewise consider overriding the veto of the governor.
• Question is granting free conference powers. Roll call is required.
• Move for free conference powers, sir.
• Request is motioning to be granted free conference powers on ...

Keywords: 977, all

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• Thank you, Madam Lieutenant Governor, the Speaker.
• This is not about green power. This is about economic power. They are dominating the space.
• Solar, hydro, wind, geothermal, and nuclear power.
• We thank you, Governor Newsom.
• We thank you, Governor Newsom.

Summary: The Assembly met, initially lacking a quorum, and the Clerk called the roll until a quorum was established. The chamber then proceeded through routine opening business, including prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, recognition of Native lands, approval of procedural motions, and several unanimous-consent actions to re-refer bills and allow committees to notice bills pending re-referral. The Assembly also recessed regular session to convene a joint convention for the Governor’s State of the State address. In the joint convention, Governor Gavin Newsom delivered his final State of the State speech, focusing on California’s economic performance, education investments, housing reforms, public safety, homelessness, climate policy, insurance issues, and the state’s response to federal actions. He highlighted budget plans, including a proposed $248.3 billion general fund, increased reserves, major education funding, child care and after-school investments, housing and affordability measures, mental health and homelessness funding, infrastructure projects, clean energy goals, and wildfire recovery efforts. He also praised legislative collaboration on AI regulation, tax credits, and other policy areas while criticizing federal policies and calling for continued state action. After the address, the Governor’s speech was ordered printed in the journal, the joint convention adjourned sine die, and the Assembly returned to regular session. The Speaker announced the desk would remain open for introduction of the budget bill, noted the next floor session would be Monday, January 12 at 1 p.m., and the House adjourned on motion of the Majority Leader.

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• Members and guests, the governor has arrived in the chamber.
• Thank you, Madam Lieutenant Governor, the Speaker.
• This is not about green power. This is about economic power. They are dominating the space.
• We thank you, Governor Newsom.
• We thank you, Governor Newsom.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• He took on the most powerful in this state, was to help people.
• And then we have our governor, Governor Newsom, came from what I call the coaching tree.
• And Governor Davis talked about what he wanted to do.
• Reagan called Senator Burton, and Burton said, 'I would do anything to honor the former governor, Governor
• Governor Reagan, he deserves that honor. And yes, Mrs.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and welcomed numerous former legislators to the floor. The body then moved through the daily file, including several resolutions recognizing cultural observances and a memorial tribute to former President Pro Tem John Burton. Senator Padilla also moved file item 24 to the enacted file, and the Senate announced upcoming committee and budget subcommittee meetings later in the day. The chamber adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 133, recognizing California Down Syndrome Awareness Month and Day, after remarks from Senator Grayson about the contributions and dignity of people with Down syndrome and the importance of support systems for individuals and families. The Senate also adopted SCR 134 recognizing Nowruz and the Afghan American community, with remarks from Senator Wahab and support from Senator Kaverya, and adopted SCR 139 recognizing Afghan American Heritage Month. Each resolution passed by roll call vote with no opposition. A major portion of the session was devoted to an adjourned-in-memory tribute to former Senate President Pro Tem John Burton. Senators from both parties and several former members offered personal recollections emphasizing Burton’s advocacy for foster youth, working people, and marginalized Californians, as well as his blunt style and political influence. Members highlighted his legislative legacy, his later work through the John Burton Advocates for Youth, and his role in shaping California politics and San Francisco. The Senate concluded the tribute, invited members to a reception, and announced that it would remain in recess before reconvening later in the week.

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• Another story that was shared was the true power of Pro Tem Burton.
• Well, his power, his leadership — Pro Tem Burton picked up the phone.
• He took on the most powerful in this state, was to help people.
• And then we have our governor, Governor Newsom, came from what I call the coaching tree.
• Reagan called Senator Burton, and Burton said, 'I would do anything to honor the former governor, Governor

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• </c><01:27:43.000><c> as</c> her Thunder but that was powerful as her Thunder but that was powerful as
• </c> it any other place um when Governor it any other place um when Governor sonunu<01:41:54.360><c>
• </c> again we are supported by the governor again we are supported by the governor the<02:43:00.040><
• </c> under what concealment has this power under what concealment has this power Lane<04:38:49.439><c

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Thank you, Governor Abbott.
• And the judges wield so much more power.
• Who do we want wielding all of that power and influence?
• And the governor and thereby achieve the status of law.
• Using the coercive power of the state.

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• Build your own power, bring your own power.
• </c> your own power. your own power.
• </c> Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant. Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant.
• ><c> power</c><02:01:37.840><c> plant,</c> Cliffs nuclear power plant, Cliffs nuclear power plant, but
• . power. power.

Keywords: House streaming session for Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 957, house, all

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• The Governor just said, just keep on standing, so there we go.
• of California as the governor went on to bigger and better things.
• It was a powerful moment, and just a few years...
• It was a powerful moment.
• Governor Gavin Newsom.

Summary: The Senate held a special ceremonial session to swear in Monique Limón as the 50th President Pro Tempore of the California State Senate and the first Latina to hold the position. The proceedings included a roll call establishing quorum, a prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, a land acknowledgement, musical performances, and remarks from numerous senators and invited leaders. Speakers repeatedly highlighted the historic nature of the moment, Limón’s background as the daughter of immigrants and a former school board member and higher-education advocate, and her leadership on issues such as education, child care, labor, wildfire response, environmental protection, and immigrant rights. Several senators, including Mike McGuire, Caroline Menjivar, Sasha Renée Pérez, Steve Cabaldon, Catherine Blakespear, and Scott Wiener, praised Limón as a unifier, coalition-builder, and effective legislator. They emphasized her preparation, calm demeanor, and ability to work across differences, while also noting the broader significance of women’s leadership and gender parity in the Senate. Some remarks referenced current political and fiscal challenges facing California, including attacks on immigrants, reproductive freedom, health care, and the state budget. Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero administered the oath of office, after which Limón was formally introduced as the new pro tem. In her acceptance remarks, Limón thanked her predecessor, Governor Newsom, legislative leaders, her family, and the many guests in attendance. She spoke about her immigrant family, her Central Coast district, her work in education and higher education, and her commitment to protecting Californians, especially immigrants, children, working families, and communities facing economic and environmental hardship. The session concluded with an announcement that the Senate would recess and reconvene on January 8, 2026, after a reception in the Capitol Rotunda.

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• The Governor just said, just keep on standing, so there we go.
• It's a new season of power and prosperity. Yeah, it's a new season coming to me.
• of California as the governor went on to bigger and better things.
• It was a powerful moment.
• Governor Gavin Newsom...

Summary: The California State Senate held a special ceremonial session to swear in Monique Limón as the 50th President Pro Tempore, described throughout the event as the first Latina to hold the post and only the second woman to lead the chamber. The session opened with acknowledgments of statewide officials, tribal leaders, members of Congress, former legislative leaders, and other guests, followed by a quorum call, suspension of Senate Rule 55 to allow guests and media on the floor, a prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a land acknowledgement honoring the Miwok, Nisenan, Patwin, and Southern Maidu peoples. The ceremony included musical performances by Mariachi Bonitas and the Sacramento Women’s Choir/Genesis Church, after which several senators delivered remarks praising Limón’s leadership, coalition-building, work on education, labor, child care, wildfire response, and her role as a trailblazer for women and Latinas in California politics. Speakers also referenced the state’s fiscal challenges, federal policy concerns, and the importance of inclusive leadership. Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero administered the oath of office, and Limón was formally introduced as President Pro Tempore. In her acceptance remarks, Limón thanked her predecessor Mike McGuire, Governor Gavin Newsom, Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas, and her colleagues, family, and supporters. She emphasized her immigrant family background, the importance of education, child care, consumer protection, labor rights, and support for working families, and said California must continue to protect immigrants and expand opportunity. The Senate then announced a reception in the Capitol Rotunda and adjourned/recessed until January 8, 2026 at 9 a.m.