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WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Environment, Energy & Technology Jan 16th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- We also have two folks from the governor's office on our board and leaders from higher education institutions
- I think maybe we're most known for our work in criminal justice and education, but we have labor folks
- Public education is important. I support this excellent bill.
- Public education is important. I support this excellent bill.
- As a longtime environmental and climate educator, I continue to believe that nuclear energy is not a
Summary:
The committee heard public testimony on Senate Bill 5821, which would direct the Department of Commerce, if funded by gifts or grants, to develop a nuclear power strategic framework and integrate it into the state energy strategy. Supporters, including Sen. Braun, Energy Northwest, public power representatives, and several pro-nuclear advocates, said Washington needs to keep advanced nuclear on the table to address rising electricity demand, reliability concerns, and clean energy goals. Opponents, including the Sierra Club, Columbia Riverkeeper, tribal representatives, and other environmental advocates, argued the bill gives nuclear special treatment, lacks sufficient guardrails on waste, safety, cost, and public process, and was rushed without adequate tribal consultation. Several tribal testifiers said the bill should require early, meaningful government-to-government consultation and stronger protections for treaty rights and cultural resources.
The committee then held a work session on a Washington State Institute for Public Policy report reviewing state policies supporting small modular reactors. Staff and researchers explained that the report surveyed 79 policies in 35 states and found most states are still in preliminary planning stages, with policies focused on feasibility studies, siting, workforce development, permitting, financial support, and market integration. Members asked about water use, waste, footprint, and whether the report covered fusion; the researchers said it was limited to fission and that water needs vary by reactor design. Some senators noted the need to consider lifecycle impacts and compare nuclear with other energy technologies.
The committee also heard Senate Bill 6010, which would change FSEC tribal consultation procedures by exempting most government-to-government consultations from the Open Public Meetings Act when there is no deliberation or commitments, requiring all FSEC members to participate in consultation, and giving tribes a chance to review and correct the consultation summary before it goes to the governor. Tribal witnesses and environmental groups supported the bill as a way to improve confidentiality and meaningful consultation, while the Association of Washington Business opposed it, saying it could add delays and suggesting timelines. Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 6004, which would update contracting statutes so public entities can contract for renewable or non-emitting generation capability under CETA definitions; utilities supported the update as a modernization, while consumer and environmental opponents warned it could shift financial risk to ratepayers, especially for nuclear projects. No votes were taken in the transcript.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- This is the TK-12 education... Trailer bill? I'm so sorry.
- This bill is largely technical and amends the 2025 TK-12 education trailer bill.
- This is the higher education trailer bill.
- The MOU and parity package include one-time stabilization payments for represented and non-represented
- There is $45 million in the bond specifically for education research facilities, so that's where it's
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House DFL Leader Media Availability 5/17/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
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- the budget, we have over $300 million in new revenue that's coming into the state that will help stabilize
- the budget, we have over $300 million in new revenue that's coming into the state that will help stabilize
- the budget, we have over $300 million in new revenue that's coming into the state that will help stabilize
- the budget, we have over $300 million in new revenue that's coming into the state that will help stabilize
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Energy, Utilities And Communications Committee Apr 7th, 2026
Energy, Utilities and Communications
Transcript Highlights:
- undermines the RA schematic and does not achieve those goals that are obviously important for grid stability
- Those goals that are obviously important for grid stability and reliability.
- Just a little concern I have about system stability and trading at that frequency. Mr.
- And the effort was to stabilize that and take a longer look at that.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- That loss of experience directly impacts the quality and stability of public services provided to the
- benefits are changed unilaterally, firefighters lose financial predictability and families lose stability
- Public safety depends on stability, predictability, and trust, and House Bill 3283 brings that stability
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Taxation and Revenue Feb 11th, 2026 at 08:37 am
House Taxation & Revenue
Transcript Highlights:
- They don't have what it takes to provide safe housing and stability to make sure that those little ones
- Expanding housing supply is critical to workforce stability and long-term economic growth.
- And for families, it's about stability and opportunities. It aligns with economic development.
- many disabled veterans and surviving spouses, property tax relief provides meaningful financial stability
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Taxation and Revenue Feb 11th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- They don't have what it takes to provide safe housing and stability to make sure that those little ones
- Expanding housing supply is critical to workforce stability and long-term economic growth.
- And for families, it's about stability and opportunities. And it aligns with economic development.
- many disabled veterans and surviving spouses, property tax relief provides meaningful financial stability
Summary:
The committee first heard House Bill 296, which would double New Mexico’s working families tax credit. The sponsor said the bill would increase work incentives, reduce poverty, and could provide families up to about $1,900 more per year, with benefits concentrated among families with children and lower earners. Public testimony from advocacy groups and faith organizations supported the bill. Members asked about foster family eligibility, age eligibility, refundability, and how the credit compared with a prior vetoed proposal. After discussion, a member moved to table the bill, and HB 296 was tabled.
The committee then took up the committee substitute for House Bill 77, a tax credit for rehabilitating vacant or blighted buildings into affordable multifamily housing, with at least half of the credit reserved for rural New Mexico. Supporters from housing, business, construction, local government, and advocacy groups said it would expand housing supply, revitalize downtowns and vacant properties, and help rural communities. Members questioned the certification and recertification process, affordability requirements, and the role of the Mortgage Finance Authority. The sponsor asked to roll the bill to Friday so an amendment could be considered, and the committee agreed to roll HB 77 rather than vote on it.
House Bill 275, authorizing revenue bonds for Hila Regional Medical Center to replace an aging linear accelerator used for radiation cancer treatment, was heard next. The sponsor and supporters said the equipment is essential for cancer care in southwest New Mexico and that patients would otherwise have to travel long distances for treatment. An amendment extending the bond term from 20 to 30 years was adopted after the New Mexico Finance Authority explained declining tobacco-tax revenues and the need to protect against default risk. The committee then gave HB 275, as amended, a do pass recommendation.
Finally, the committee heard House Bill 285, as amended, which clarifies and streamlines the disabled veteran property tax exemption. The sponsor said the bill limits the exemption to a primary residence, clarifies how it applies to multiple owners, and gives veterans more time and clearer procedures to claim or protest the exemption while they await VA certification. County assessors and realtor representatives supported the measure, saying it would reduce administrative confusion and ensure eligible veterans receive the benefit consistently. The committee adopted the bill on a do pass motion. The meeting then adjourned with notice that work would continue on Friday.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Commerce and Economic Development Jan 30th, 2026 at 07:51 pm
House Commerce & Economic Development Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Expanding housing supply is critical to workforce stability and long-term economic growth.
- I do not know about it going through Revenue Stabilization or LFC in the interim.
- Revenue Stabilization or LFC in the interim, I'm assuming with this, it did not.
- expanding housing options near jobs, transit, and services to support workforce mobility and community stability
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Energy. (1-29-26)
Natural Resources & Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- so, um, give the Attorney General credit for that, um, because that does provide some longer-term stability
- 01.680><c> term</c> that does provide some some longer term that does provide some some longer term stability
- </c> stability and certainty going forward. stability and certainty going forward.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Continued runoff threatens both environmental and economic stability in communities across Texas.
- has been further exacerbated, and veterans are finding it harder and harder to maintain housing stability
- that this session's general revenue-related surplus totals $24 billion, while the ESF (Economic Stabilization
- It promotes financial stability, improves long-term planning, and allows ESDs to shift. ...towards a
Bills:
HB485, HB1367, HB1370, HB1827, HB1879, HB2032, HB2133, HB2357, HB3581, HB3830, HB4060, HB4085, HB4270, HB4979, HB5217, HB5268, HB5478, HJR96, HJR97, HJR119, HJR195, HJR209, SB4, SB23, SJR2, SJR85, SB 4, SB 23, SJR 2
Keywords:
healthcare, insurance, access, affordability, public health, emergency services district, sales tax, gas and electricity, residential use, tax exemption, emergency services, gas, electricity, HB 485, ESD, use tax, residential utilities, utility tax, local option tax, Texas Health and Safety Code
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection - 03/18/25
Commerce and Consumer Protection
Transcript Highlights:
- Reinsurance is a proven program that stabilizes market premiums, maintains enrollment levels, and ensures
- reinsurance is a proven<00:02:55.640><c> program</c><00:02:55.959><c> that</c><00:02:56.120><c> stabilizes
- </c><00:02:56.680><c> market</c> proven program that stabilizes market proven program that stabilizes
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Education Study Nov 20th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Spaces for educators.
- I am an outdoor educator.
- education institutions.
- He educated every leader probably in the last 50 years in the educational field.
- stuff and educators.
MD
Transcript Highlights:
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- Education Transparency Act.
- </c> education transparency act. education transparency act.
- Education Transparency Act.
- </c> Boards of Education Transparency Act. Boards of Education Transparency Act.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Texas Arts Education Campaign.
- Funding arts education not only supports the arts but also leads to improved access to education.
- It supports teacher pathways in high-needs areas like special education and bilingual education.
- I've been in education for 28 years as a general education and special education teacher. teacher, counselor
- Then we have the special education allotment, which adds on state money for special education.
Keywords:
public education, teacher compensation, certification, funding, school finance, educator rights, education funding, charter schools, staff compensation, state aid, retention allotment, disaster preparedness, emergency management, flooding, mass fatality, mass casualty, fatality tracking, body recovery, autopsy, justice of the peace
PA
Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Jun 30 2026)
Pennsylvania Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Furthermore, I receive support letters from cardiac techs themselves, the universities that educate them
- connect those in need with support, services, and shelter they deserve, to create long-term paths to stability
- We can continue strengthening our education system.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 58-1 May 14th, 2026 at 09:30 am
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And roads, education, and tax relief.
- ensure that the families left behind and those who carry the costs are supported with access to education
- policy has allowed them to better support their families, invest in their communities, and enjoy the stability
Keywords:
legislative procedure, session calendar, deadline schedule, bill deadlines, joint resolution, Oklahoma Legislature, 61st Legislature, regular session, adjourn sine die, floor deadline, third reading, committee deadlines, bill drafting, appropriations, budget bills, ethics commission, agency rules, administrative procedures act, local and special laws, pension legislation
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Feb 16th, 2026
Washington Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The state tax will continue to support the education and legacy trust fund account, and I urge support
- And that money, by the way, is going to be coming out of the Education Legacy Trust Fund.
- affordable and ensured that some of our most vulnerable residents can remain in their homes with dignity, stability
Summary:
The Senate considered and passed a series of tax, economic, judicial, education, and health-related bills, often after adopting technical or clarifying amendments. Major measures included Engrossed Senate Bill 6347, which restores recent estate tax changes while preserving last year’s increase in the exclusion amount and inflation adjustment; Substitute Senate Bill 6289, directing the Department of Commerce to create a statewide economic development and competitiveness strategic plan; and Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6162, expanding and simplifying senior citizen property tax relief. Senators supporting these bills emphasized tax administration, economic growth, and relief for seniors, while opponents raised concerns about regressivity, revenue losses, and tax shifts to other taxpayers.
The chamber also passed bills extending or clarifying tax preferences and fees, including Senate Bill 6244 (extending a hazardous substance tax exemption for agricultural crop protection products), Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6113 (technical corrections to Department of Revenue tax law guidance, after removing a disputed section on advertising tax invalidation), Senate Bill 6114 (defining “fixture” and “affixed” for real estate excise tax purposes), Senate Bill 5970 (making a senior citizen center property tax exemption permanent), Senate Bill 5832 (raising the motor vehicle arbitration fee to support the Lemon Law program), and Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6262 (expanding the vehicle weight threshold for transportation benefit district fees). Debate on these measures centered on whether they were modest administrative updates or additional burdens on taxpayers and businesses.
Several non-tax bills also advanced. Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6086 strengthened security for judicial officers and court personnel, with amendments clarifying terminology and adding industrial appeals judges to the definition of judicial officers. Substitute Senate Bill 5961 transferred early literacy programs, including Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and Reach Out and Read, from DCYF to OSPI. Senate Bill 5868 added one superior court judge each in Skagit and Yakima counties, and Substitute Senate Bill 5923 reclassified a Skagit County hospital as a critical access hospital to improve reimbursement and help it remain viable. The Senate also passed Substitute Senate Bill 5520, revising the Wrongly Convicted Persons Act to improve compensation procedures, despite debate over whether to include civil detention-related claims. Most bills passed by constitutional majorities, with a few recorded nays and one division vote on an amendment; the Senate then adjourned until the next scheduled session.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
Other - PSCOC Dec 11th, 2025
Public School Capital Outlay Oversight Task Force
Transcript Highlights:
- state charter schools as well as district schools that are leasing facilities for the purposes of education
- performance of charter schools, they have significantly outperformed and are the shining star in public education
- Since joining the district in July, my priority has been to bring stability, clarity, and momentum to
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
October 8, 2025 - 10:30 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- WE HAVE TO GET IN THERE AND EDUCATE SO THAT'S WHAT SENATE BILL 180 AUTHORIZES AND WANTS US TO DO IS GET
- GET THINGS STABILIZE WHATEVER THAT THING IS REALLY GET IT UNDER CONTROL AND THEN WE CAN SLOW DOWN BUT
- WE ARE A LEADER IN THIS AND THERE ARE CERTAINLY PEOPLE AROUND THE STATE EDUCATION ENVIRONMENT THAT WANT
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 6 on Public Safety Mar 3rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- investments that have been made, that have been made, have grown that budget, again, are things like education
- intelligence, develop soft skills that can improve navigation and employment efficiency, one can also find stability
- While incarcerated at San Quentin, I was able to take the Insight Prison Project's Victim Offender Education