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WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Labor & Workplace Standards Jan 23rd, 2026 at 10:30 am
Labor & Workplace Standards
Transcript Highlights:
- Of House Bill 2479.
- My role as co-chair of the Wage Recovery Work Group. We are in support of House Bill 2479.
- Members of the committee, I'm Mike Ennis here on behalf of the Building Industry Association of Washington
- That was a lot of fun.
- In the interest of time, I'm just going to highlight some of the key changes.
Bills:
HB2479 , HB2091 , HB2105 , HB2107 , HB2151 , HB2190 , HB2191 , HB2218 , HB2243 , HB2303 , HB2345
Committee:
House Labor & Workplace Standards
Keywords:
unpaid wages, wage theft, wage recovery, labor standards, Department of Labor and Industries, L&I, worker protection, low-wage workers, back pay, interest on wages, civil penalties, retaliation, immigration status coercion, gig workers, transportation network companies, rideshare drivers, app-based drivers, employment law, wage complaint, payroll enforcement
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House State Government Committee Jan 21st, 2026
State Government
Transcript Highlights:
- First, taking care of state government.
- </c> write emergency rules and kind of write emergency rules and kind of circumvent<00:04:31.120><c>
- </c><00:06:37.919><c> the</c> an emergency without review of the an emergency without review of the committee
- </c> >> an emergency but the is for purposes of >> an emergency but the is for purposes of
- So, we're entire section of the code.
Committee:
House State Government
Keywords:
Teacher's Retirement System, TRS, DROP, Deferred Retirement Option Plan, retirement benefits, teacher retirement, classroom teacher, Tier I, Tier II, public pension, pension reform, education employees, retirement system, sick leave, cost-of-living adjustment, COLA, beneficiary, lump-sum payout, rollover, service retirement
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- It's the principles of real estate, the principles of accurately describing property. or associated financial
- One of those things might be a political. statement.
- Library's mission is to provide access for all kinds of books for ages and interests.
- The part that's always interesting to me, I just thought of this in this long wait, why is there never
- Chairman, I read your statement of intent for the bill.
Bills:
HB256 , HCR19 , SB2101 , SB2334 , SB2633 , SB2637 , SB2713 , SB2781 , SB2782 , SB3059 , HB1130
Committee:
Senate State Affairs
Keywords:
severe weather, adaptation plan, vulnerability assessment, environmental protection, state agencies, federal agents, transparency, law enforcement, identification, public trust, immigration enforcement, HCR 19, Texas concurrent resolution, federal immigration enforcement, masked agents, facial coverings, visible identification, uniforms, badges, name tags
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Freedom of speech, or freedom of assembly.
- is a bastion of freedom for millions of Americans and millions of members nationwide.
- In all my years of service, I've acted in good faith and within my authority to advance the best interests
- Each of you—one of you, both of you, maybe from Texas, but each of the other states—I just want to understand
- One of them was the head of the association.
Bills:
SB2101 , SB2334 , SB2633 , SB2637 , SB2713 , SB2781 , SB2782 , SB3059 , HB1130 , HB256 , HCR19
Committee:
Senate State Affairs
Keywords:
minors, sexually explicit materials, public libraries, age verification, civil penalties, library collection review, alcohol storage, airline permits, beverage regulations, airport, commercial flights, alcoholic beverages, local option election, zoning regulations, municipality control, land use, state law, social media, bot accounts, misinformation
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- court of South Carolina involving lots of different types of claims related to PAS.
- So what we know is basically through observing the docket and talking to some of the other interested
- </c> kind of an extended period of review. kind of an extended period of review.
- </c><00:03:56.159><c> the</c><00:03:56.319><c> other</c><00:03:56.560><c> interested</c> to some of the
- other interested to some of the other interested stakeholders. stakeholders. stakeholders.
Bills:
HF333 , HF2712 , HF1064 , HF1069 , HF1113 , HF2207 , HF204 , HF2867 , HF2924 , HF746 , HF1530 , HF2587 , HF1078
Committee:
House Capital Investment
Keywords:
HF333, Duluth, Lot D, redevelopment, capital investment, bonding bill, state bonds, bond proceeds, public infrastructure, seawall repair, utility connections, demolition, debris removal, transportation improvements, site preparation, soil correction, economic development, DEED, capital appropriation, general obligation bonds
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- of Business.
- or a lack of compliance with some of the individuals.
- Like millions or tens of millions? Tens of millions, probably.
- But, yeah, we think it's tens of millions of dollars.
- interests.
Committee:
Senate Economic Development
Keywords:
SB 529, Texas Tax Code, municipality, hotel and convention center, hotel convention center project, tourism development, economic development, tax revenue pledge, revenue commitment, qualified project, municipal finance, local government, special district, hotel occupancy tax, nearby establishments, convention center financing, city population 130000, Section 351.155, Section 351.157, child care
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Human Services Finance and Policy Committee 3/13/25
Human Services Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Seeing none, all those in favor of adoption of the minutes signify by saying aye.
- One of the other important parts of this is it gives us the ability to leverage the efforts of other
- </c><00:25:57.240><c> include</c> Healthcare of Bill of Rights to include Healthcare of Bill of Rights
- In my opening statements, I gave a very simplistic example of scheduling a doctor's appointment.
- I gave a very simplistic statements I gave a very simplistic example<01:09:46.239><c> of</c><01:09:46.440
Committee:
House Human Services Finance and Policy
Keywords:
veterans, veterans affairs, State Soldiers Assistance Program, Veterans Stable Housing Initiative, MAXIS, human services data, data sharing, eligibility verification, informed consent, private data, benefits coordination, veteran housing, veteran assistance, Department of Human Services, Children Youth and Families, state benefits, federal benefits, privacy, public assistance, human services
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Feb 17th, 2026 at 12:07 pm
New Mexico House Floor Meeting
Bills:
HB145 , SB29 , SB37 , SB64 , HB279 , HB292 , SB35 , SB40 , SB43 , SB48 , SB96 , SB143 , HB132 , SB20 , SB21 , SB101 , SJR1 , HJM1 , HM7 , HM17 , HM4 , HM22 , HM23 , HM24 , HM26 , HM2 , HM16 , HM32 , HM13 , HM47 , HM20 , HM51 , HM1 , HM31 , HM35 , HM36 , HM46 , HM53 , HM54 , HM39 , HM29 , HM43 , HM59 , HM30 , HM52 , HM11 , HM14 , HM21 , HM34 , HM50 , HB2 , SB264 , SB241
Keywords:
high-wage jobs, tax credit, job creation, New Mexico, economic development, SB29, math requirements for teaching license, teacher licensure, teacher endorsement, mathematics methods, elementary education, secondary education, special education, early childhood education, reciprocity, Public Education Department, Mathematics and Science Education Act, mathematics instructional leadership framework, professional learning plan, K-3 screening
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Feb 14th, 2026 at 01:49 pm
New Mexico House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Of proof to a moderate level of burden of proof.
- So I'm very interested. I get the feeling that some of us aren't, but we should be.
- I'm very interested. I get the feeling that some of us aren't, but we should be.
- Your amendment is kind of interesting to me.
- The statement each time is, "We have this many folks that are a part of our organization," and literally
Bills:
HB145 , HB164 , HR1 , HB20 , HB65 , HB66 , HB80 , HB306 , SB29 , SB37 , HB99 , HB206 , HB213 , HB270 , SB104 , SB193 , HB38 , HB254 , HB256 , SB58 , SB64 , HJM1 , HM7 , HM17 , HM4 , HM22 , HM23 , HM24 , HM26 , HM2 , HM16 , HM32 , HM13 , HM47 , HM20 , HM51 , HM1 , HM31 , HM35 , HM36 , HM46 , HM53 , HM54 , HM39 , HM29 , HM43 , HM59 , HM11 , HM14 , HM21 , HM34 , HM50 , HB253
Keywords:
high-wage jobs, tax credit, job creation, New Mexico, economic development, lobbying, transparency, public records, government oversight, accountability, House Resolution 1, HR1, House investigatory subcommittee, special committee, legislative investigation, subpoena power, public corruption, criminal activity, Zorro ranch, Santa Fe County
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Feb 14th, 2026
New Mexico House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- For example, we have elevated the burden of proof to a moderate level of burden of proof right now in
- information of what I'm going to be aware of.
- Of course, this is my life's work here, health care, so I'm very interested.
- Your amendment is kind of interesting to me.
- I was sort of scanning through the statute here for other expansions of scope of practice.
Bills:
HB145 , HB164 , HR1 , HB20 , HB65 , HB66 , HB80 , HB306 , SB29 , SB37 , HB99 , HB206 , HB213 , HB270 , SB104 , SB193 , HB38 , HB254 , HB256 , SB58 , SB64 , HJM1 , HM7 , HM17 , HM4 , HM22 , HM23 , HM24 , HM26 , HM2 , HM16 , HM32 , HM13 , HM47 , HM20 , HM51 , HM1 , HM31 , HM35 , HM36 , HM46 , HM53 , HM54 , HM39 , HM29 , HM43 , HM59 , HM11 , HM14 , HM21 , HM34 , HM50 , HB253
Keywords:
high-wage jobs, tax credit, job creation, New Mexico, economic development, lobbying, transparency, public records, government oversight, accountability, House Resolution 1, HR1, House investigatory subcommittee, special committee, legislative investigation, subpoena power, public corruption, criminal activity, Zorro ranch, Santa Fe County
Summary:
The House opened with quorum, invocation, pledge, and several announcements recognizing guests and Early Childhood Day at the Roundhouse, including remarks supporting New Mexico’s universal child care efforts. The chamber then received and adopted a long series of committee reports, moving multiple bills forward, including HB 303, SB 96, HB 195, HB 279, HB 292 (with a Judiciary substitute), SB 30, HB 234, SB 35, SB 40, SB 43, HB 153 (with an Appropriations substitute), HB 253, HB 255, HB 287, HB 371 (with an Appropriations substitute), SB 143, HB 248 (with a Taxation and Revenue substitute), HB 309, SB 48, and enrollment/signing reports for memorials. The House also received Senate Judiciary Committee substitute for SB 41, which would eliminate the statute of limitations for certain sexual crimes and was referred to Judiciary.
The main floor debate centered on House Judiciary Committee substitute for HB 99, a medical malpractice reform bill. Supporters said it would balance patient compensation with provider stability by capping punitive damages, raising the burden of proof for punitive damages, and limiting when such claims can be pleaded. Several members described the bill as the product of months of bipartisan work and argued it would help retain doctors, especially in rural areas. The House passed HB 99 on final passage by a vote of 16-3.
The House also passed HB 66, expanding the health care provider loan repayment program, by 69-0; HB 306, addressing unexpected patient-facing facility fees, by 69-0; HB 38, adding wheelchairs to insurance coverage for certain prostheses-related benefits, by 69-0; HB 20, allowing Native American applicants to request a distinguishing designation on driver’s licenses and ID cards, by 66-3; and HB 253, preserving and regulating virtual education with an emergency clause, by 69-0. The chamber then took up HB 213, which expands optometrists’ scope of practice to include certain laser eye procedures. A proposed amendment requiring patients to sign a disclosure acknowledging that optometrists are not MDs or DOs and did not attend medical school was debated at length, with supporters framing it as informed consent and opponents calling it demeaning and unnecessary. The House tabled that amendment 35-19, and the underlying bill continued in debate at the end of the transcript.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Legislative Oversight & investigations Committee. (6-11-26)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNQv-btk0j8, 2026-06-21T07:17:16+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Call to Order and Roll Call- 00:00:01
Approve Minutes from February 09, 2026- 00:01:33
Staff Report on Evaluating Kentucky’s Ability To Monitor Unused And Underutilized Properties- 00:02:05
Kentucky Finance and Administration Cabinet Response to Staff Report-00:20:03
Historical Review of HVAC Installation at Radcliff Veterans’ Centers-00:36:21
Organ Donor Marks on Drivers’ Licenses-00:47:32
Adjornment-01:13:43, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Administration of Criminal Justice Mar 24th, 2026
Administration of Criminal Justice
Transcript Highlights:
- But we have to move inmates a lot of times on the spur of the moment because of overcrowding issues to
- the Chiefs of Police; and Scott Kirkpatrick on behalf of the Chiefs of Police.
- So proud of you, B.J. I'm so proud of you, B.J.
- Chiefs of Police; and Scott Kirkpatrick on behalf of the Chiefs of Police.
- Hayes on behalf of the Chiefs of Police, and Scott Carpatrick on behalf of the Chiefs of Police.
Committee:
House Administration of Criminal Justice
Keywords:
racketeering, gambling crimes, law enforcement, public safety, criminal justice, temporary restraining orders, abuse prevention, evidence, court procedures, legal protections, felony speeding, traffic laws, penalties, elderly, infirmities, abuse, neglect, crime of violence, criminal liability, caregiver
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee 2/25/26
Children and Families Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> to just kind of scope the the size of to just kind of scope the the size of the<00:18:16.240><c>
- </c> a diet of high protein and lots of a diet of high protein and lots of fruits<00:43:51.839><c> and
- I keep putting one foot in front of the other, but I am growing weary, and it has been a huge financial
- I keep putting one foot in front of the other, but I am growing weary, and it has been a huge financial
- Three years and nine months is an incredibly long time of being in poverty and without financial security
Keywords:
HF45, Lake Benton, capital investment, bonding bill, state bonds, bond proceeds fund, Public Facilities Authority, public infrastructure, sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer, utility replacement, U.S. Highway 75, road reconstruction, municipal infrastructure, local government grant, Minnesota bonding, capital appropriation, food insecurity, prepared meals
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law Committee 2/24/26
Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
Transcript Highlights:
- The Tiner case alone contains over 115 declarations, sworn statements of Minnesotans exercising their
- The Tiner case alone contains over 115 declarations, sworn statements of Minnesotans exercising their
- One of statements, untold, countless.
- I have some stats, but in the interest of time, I'll let one of my experts talk about his stats.
- <c> my</c> interest of time, I'll let one of my interest of time, I'll let one of my experts<01:25:44.080
Committee:
House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
Keywords:
civil rights, law enforcement, federal collaboration, accountability, state law, constitutional rights, color of law, 42 U.S.C. 1983, section 1983, civil action, damages, injunctive relief, attorney fees, law enforcement task force, federal-state cooperation, intergovernmental agreement, federal agency partnership, Minnesota Constitution, U.S. Constitution, police accountability
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- I think a lot of times the reason why these types of bills are helpful is that there's a lot of transition
- So I think there might have been a loss of contact because of that.
- ><c> any</c><00:30:42.240><c> of</c><00:30:42.399><c> that</c> >> We're not aware of any of that
- /c><00:34:18.480><c> the</c> and then kind of put in front of the and then kind of put in front of the
- </c><00:36:52.720><c> or</c> of the department of defense or of the department of defense or department
Committee:
House Public Safety
Keywords:
protective orders, military, law enforcement, judicial coordination, victim safety, community safety, federal military installations, disaster response, emergency services, state funding, transportation department, public safety, Hawaii, education, high school diploma, veterans, wartime practices, armed services, HB1518, Hawaii SNAP
Summary:
The committee opened by announcing that it would hear testimony but would not take decisions on the day’s bills, with action deferred to a later decision-making agenda. The first measure, HB 2264, would require notification to military security forces when a protective order is issued involving a military-affiliated person. Support came from the U.S. Defense State Liaison Office, the Hawaii National Guard, and DBEDT’s Military Affairs office, all emphasizing better coordination and faster notice to help protect victims and support command oversight. Family Court Judge Jesse Hall supported the intent but asked for deferral, explaining that a prior fax-and-email notification system had broken down and that the military had not re-engaged with the court. The Hawaii State Coalition Against Domestic Violence supported the bill but recommended narrowing it so it applies only when the respondent is actually marked as military-connected and delaying the effective date to January 1, 2027 to allow implementation. In questions, members discussed the current breakdown in communication, the number of military-marked TROs statewide, and whether the bill would be necessary if the old system were restored; the military witness said she would try to reestablish contact with the court.
The committee then took up HB 2336, which would authorize the Department of Transportation to enter into agreements with the U.S. Department of Defense for services at federal military installations and charge an administrative fee. DOT and the Military Affairs office supported the measure, describing it as a way to speed projects, combine state and federal resources, and strengthen infrastructure that also supports disaster response and the economy. Members questioned why the bill was needed if similar arrangements had existed before, and whether Title 23 federal highway funds could be used; DOT responded that the bill would help expedite projects and supplement, not supplant, federal funding, while each project would still require review of the appropriate funding source. The committee also heard HB 2298, which would allow the Department of Education to award high school diplomas to qualified people whose schooling was interrupted by military service or wartime practices during World War II, the Korean War, or the Vietnam War. The U.S. Defense State Liaison Office, the Hawaii Office of Veterans Affairs, and DOE supported the bill, and DOE said implementation would have only a minimal printing cost.
Finally, the committee heard HB 1518, which would require DHS, upon obtaining a federal waiver, to create a pre-release SNAP application process for inmates nearing release by January 1, 2028. DHS said it was already working on a pilot and stood on its testimony; the County of Hawaii, the Correctional System Oversight Commission, the ACLU of Hawaii, and the Hawaii Public Health Institute supported the measure, arguing it would improve reentry outcomes and would not cost the state additional money. No votes or final committee actions were taken on any of the bills during this meeting.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- Chairman and members of the committee.
- And so, some some of those have one of them, and some have the other.
- So I know there's some interest in providing some other kind of framework to help all new teachers regard
- Until we don't, but just I would agree with that statement. I'm getting ahead of the game now.
- That was kind of the whole point of doing the three-day in-school suspension instead of a complete blanket
Committee:
House Common Education
Keywords:
HB4274, Oklahoma schools, interdistrict transfer, open transfer, school enrollment, military families, active duty, National Guard, Reserve orders, military installation, residency requirements, district of choice, public school transfer, student transfer, special education, IEP, Section 504, military housing, base housing, electronic enrollment
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- So I know there's some interest in providing some other kind of framework to help all new teachers regardless
- of where they come from.
- Well, I mean, first of all, I do understand kind of what you're trying to do.
- I would agree with that statement. I'm getting ahead of the game. No, my question's still coming.
- That was kind of the whole point of doing the three-day in-school suspension instead of a complete blanket
Committee:
House Common Education
Keywords:
HB4274, Oklahoma schools, interdistrict transfer, open transfer, school enrollment, military families, active duty, National Guard, Reserve orders, military installation, residency requirements, district of choice, public school transfer, student transfer, special education, IEP, Section 504, military housing, base housing, electronic enrollment
Summary:
The committee first took up HB 4274, with a PCS accepted without objection. The bill concerns military students and military school choice, restoring language from the Open Enrollment Act, removing a six-month residency requirement for military families, and addressing early enrollment administration. After brief discussion, the committee voted 10-0 to report the bill out as due pass.
HB 3076, authored by Rep. Lepak, would create a new alternative certification pathway for teachers to help address the teacher shortage by allowing third-party certifiers outside the traditional higher-education route. Members asked about accreditation, existing pilot language, and how this differs from emergency or adjunct certification. The author said the bill is intended as an additional route for career changers, with examples from other states and a model that includes follow-up support after hiring. The committee also discussed adding mentor-teacher language, and the bill passed 10-2 as due pass.
The committee then considered HB 4358, which would limit screen time for K-5 students to one hour per day, with the author noting possible changes for class-based use, testing, and virtual schools. HB 3312, with a PCS, would require schools to offer firearm safety education in grades K-12, while allowing parents to opt their students out; it passed 9-2. HB 3288, also with a PCS, would increase physical activity for school-age children and prohibit withholding recess or physical education from pre-K through 5th grade as punishment; it passed 11-0.
Finally, HB 3885, with a PCS, would impose mandatory disciplinary actions for third- through fifth-grade students who assault or attempt to assault teachers or school employees. The author said the bill is aimed at improving teacher safety and retention, while still allowing in-school suspension and case-by-case superintendent discretion. Members discussed whether schools already have such authority and whether suspension is always the best response. The bill passed 8-3 as due pass. HB 4277 and HB 4173 were laid over.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Approval of minutes.
- In the interest of time, I'll be happy to answer any questions. Thank you. Any questions for Mr.
- That's part of it, of course.
- For many districts, the only barrier is interest; it's the initial cost of tools, soil, and irrigation
- For many districts, the only barrier is interest; it's the initial cost of tools, soil, and irrigation
Committee:
Senate Education
Keywords:
student discipline, classroom management, temporary removal, administrative action, education policy, foreign relations, university governance, research security, international agreements, Arizona Board of Regents, interscholastic activities, student eligibility, criminal offenses, school district, youth sports, academic participation, conduct, planned communities, homeowners association, HOA
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/02/2026 - House Land, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Land, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Okay, I was in the... okay, I was in the process of explaining my vote. It's really interesting...
- And in the interest of our national security, I think it's really important that we look at...
- In the interest of our national security, I think it's really important that we look at some of these
- Out of all of the bills that have been introduced, all of them have been vetoed.
- of Arizona.
Committee:
House Land, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Keywords:
attorney general, nuisance action, consumer fraud, damages, civil penalty, public nuisance, nuisance abatement, abatement action, injunction, superior court, county attorney, city attorney, board of supervisors, obscenity, obscene materials, adult materials, pornography, schools, parks, residential district
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
01/27/2026 - Senate Appropriations, Transportation and Technology
Appropriations, Transportation and Technology
Transcript Highlights:
- And there have been a number of studies published in the journals of the American College of Cardiology
- State of Michigan, the argument is so compelling that the state of Michigan has given one or more of
- So there’s three bills, and this one, the, the, one of the, one of the, one of the, you know, There’s
- , we contribute financially to the Tucson Fire District work of protecting and providing emergency services
- About half of those are from out of state.
Keywords:
appropriation, transportation, safety improvements, Route 70, infrastructure, housing, zoning, middle housing, urban development, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, townhomes, historic preservation, Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park, special license plate, special plate, license plate, vanity plate