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AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/04/2026 - Senate Judiciary and Elections

Judiciary and Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Bullock, here. Senator Diffon? Senator Ospre? Present. Senator Q.? Here. Present.
  • Move Senate Bill 1425, along with Senator Rogers' nine-page amendment dated February 3, 2026, at 2:33
  • Senator Ortiz. Aye. Senator Kavanaugh. Aye. Yes. Senator Ortiz? Aye. Senator Kavanaugh?
  • Senator Bolick? Yes. Senator Hatathlie? Yes. Senator Shope? No. Senator Kuby? Pass. Senator Ortiz?
  • Senator Mollick? Aye. Senator Fincham? Aye. Senator Cothley? No. Senator Cuebe? Senator Ortiz? Yes.
Summary: The committee approved the minutes and then took up several election, family court, and criminal justice bills. SB 1425, the “big bill,” would move Arizona’s 2026 primary election date earlier and adjust related election administration timelines; the chair’s amendment moved the primary to July 21 and removed the shortened curing/ID deadlines. County officials testified in support, explaining the timing changes and the need to align dates, and the committee adopted the amendment and gave the bill a do-pass recommendation. SB 1289, dealing with certifications for entities providing money or resources for election administration and foreign funding disclosures, also received a do-pass recommendation after testimony from supporters arguing it would block foreign influence in election administration and ballot issue spending. The committee later heard SCR 1013, a related resolution that would more directly prohibit foreign-source money for election administration and ballot measures; the sponsor and supporters said it was similar to SB 1289 but broader, and testimony focused on foreign money flowing through nonprofit networks. The committee then considered SB 1326, which would allow courts to award attorney fees and costs to victims when a party violates or worsens a victim’s rights. A victim’s attorney testified that the bill would provide needed accountability and guidance, while opponents argued the term “exacerbates” was vague and that existing remedies already exist. The committee approved SB 1326 on a 4-3 vote. SB 1402, requiring courts to impose a fee on certain probationers to cover electronic monitoring costs, drew support from the sponsor and advocates who said offenders should pay for monitoring, and opposition from defense attorneys who warned it could burden indigent probationers and divert money from treatment; it also received a 4-3 do-pass recommendation. The most extensive debate was on SB 1330, which would allow a parent in certain custody cases to request a jury trial on parenting time or legal decision-making. Supporters, including several parents, described costly and traumatic family court experiences and argued a jury would provide a neutral check on judges and court-appointed professionals. County and court representatives opposed the bill, saying family cases require specialized judicial expertise, jury trials would delay urgent matters, increase costs, and risk confidentiality. Despite those concerns, the committee adopted the bill on a 4-3 vote. The committee also approved SB 1328, which declares state policy favoring parental rights and a child’s equal access to both co-parents, after adopting an amendment adding legislative intent language. Finally, SB 1329, which would let parents sue court-appointed professionals who deviate from professional ethics or standards in custody matters, passed 4-3 after testimony from parents and advocates who said court appointees lack accountability, while opponents said existing malpractice and licensing remedies already address misconduct.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair lays out HCR12 and recognizes Senate sponsor Senator Hall to explain the resolution.
  • The Chair lays out HCR55 and recognizes Senate sponsor Senator Hall to explain the resolution. Mr.
  • The chair lays out HCR56 and recognizes Senate sponsor Senator Hall to explain the resolution.
  • The Senate sponsor, Senator Hinojosa, is recognized to explain the resolution. Thank you, Mr.
  • The chair lays out HCR 117 and recognizes Senate Sponsor Senator Hinojosa to explain the resolution.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Kolkhorst, Senator Perry, Senator Hancock, Senator Hall, Senator...
  • Senator Miles, Senator Hughes, Senator Blanco, Senator Sparks, Senator Kolkhorst.
  • Bill 730, that was passed out of this committee in 2023 unanimously and passed the Senate 29 to 2.
  • It's the same issue that the Senate passed 29 to 2 because it is a common-sense law, and I would like
  • Senate Bill 2269 is about informal dispute resolutions, better known as IDRs.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The Chair lays before the House the following congratulatory resolutions.
  • HR number sixty-three by Lopez, Cameron, Brownsville Coffee Shop number 2.
  • Is there any objection to the adoption of the resolutions?
  • The Chair lays before the House the following memorial resolutions.
  • All those in favor of the adoption of the resolutions, please rise.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

CPC Public Hearing - Tue Feb 3, 2026 @ 2:00PM HST

Consumer Protection & Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • It is Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, about 2 p.m., in Conference Room 329 here at the Capitol.
  • We got no resolution from it. so well. We got no resolution from it.
  • Senate. Senate.
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  • Moving on to HB 1897 relating to condominium alternative dispute resolution.
Summary: The committee heard testimony on HB 1991, which would change Hawaii’s liquor excise tax structure to an ABV-based system. The Department of Taxation and the Tax Foundation of Hawaii took no position and stood on written comments. Supporters, including the Hawaii Public Health Institute and an individual testifier who described surviving a drunk-driving crash, argued that higher alcohol taxes reduce alcohol-related harms, save lives, and generate additional state revenue. The public health witness cited alcohol-related harms as a major preventable cause of death and said the tax increase would have only a small annual cost for most consumers. Most industry testimony was in opposition. Representatives of Lanikai Brewing Company, Maui Brewing Company, the Wine Institute, and the Hawaii Food Industry Association said the bill would sharply raise taxes on beer and wine, squeeze already thin margins, and threaten local jobs and businesses. They argued Hawaii producers already face high costs for labor, energy, shipping, and compliance, and said an ABV-based tax would be difficult to administer, would require additional testing and labeling work, and could reduce consumer choice. Several industry witnesses urged lawmakers to instead adopt a small-producer or class 18 carveout, with one suggesting a cap tied to 60,000 barrels. Committee members questioned the brewers about alcohol content testing, labeling, and whether smaller producers already measure ABV. Witnesses said many local producers do not certify ABV for in-state sales, that yeast and fermentation can vary by batch, and that an ABV-based system could require more testing than current practice. No vote or final action on the bill was taken during the portion of the meeting provided.
AL

Alabama 2026 1st Special Session

Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Feb 4th, 2026

County and Municipal Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • >> Senator Coleman, Senator Gudger, Senator >> Senator Coleman, Senator Gudger, Senator Hatcher
  • So, you've got a joint committee that is, as you're well aware and Senator Kelly's well aware, is pouring
  • So, you've got a joint committee that is, as you're well aware and Senator Kelly's well aware, is pouring
  • So, you've got a joint committee that is, as you're well aware and Senator Kelly's well aware, is pouring
  • So, you've got a joint committee that is, as you're well aware and Senator Kelly's well aware, is pouring
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/14/2026 - House Judiciary

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • And the state, the House of Representatives, the Senate here in Arizona, has helped us tremendously in
  • So I just—I’ve supported this bill when Representative or Senator, now done, ran it before.
  • Because the joint protocol session is with the House and the Senate. ...consistent with House rules because
  • the joint protocol session is with the House and the Senate for Travel Nations Day.
  • It’s a joint protocol session. Do we have one? Oh, man. Yeah.
Summary: The Judiciary Committee first conducted a sunset review of the Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board. The board’s executive director described its history, membership, and recent work on civil rights issues such as human trafficking remedies, service animals, hate-based crimes, housing, disability access, and rural concerns. With no opposition and no further questions, the committee voted to recommend continuing the board for eight years. The committee then heard HB 2131, which would make weapons and explosives trafficking involving three or more items a prison-mandatory offense and remove the financial-gain requirement from the trafficking definition. Support came from the sponsor, the Attorney General’s Office, and county law enforcement, who said the bill targets criminal syndicates and would not affect lawful gun dealers or private sales. Some members raised concerns about limiting judicial discretion and the effect on plea negotiations, but the bill received a do-pass recommendation by a 7-0 vote with one present. Next, HB 2132 proposed lowering the fentanyl trafficking threshold for enhanced penalties from 200 grams to 100 grams. Law enforcement and county attorneys argued the change would better address mid-level dealers and the volume of fentanyl seen in their counties, while opponents and some members warned it could sweep in addicted users and rely too heavily on mandatory minimums instead of treatment. Testimony also highlighted county reentry and treatment programs, especially Yavapai County’s “Reach Out” model. The committee approved the bill 7-2. The committee also considered HB 2108, which increases penalties for unlawful flight when the conduct is especially dangerous, including when it causes serious injury, involves a child, or occurs during a DUI. Law enforcement supported the bill as a public-safety measure, while an opponent argued it could worsen tensions and discourage compliance with police. Members also raised concerns about unmarked vehicles and public fear. The bill received a 6-3 do-pass recommendation. Finally, HB 2044, as amended, would increase penalties for abandoning or concealing a dead human body when done to conceal a crime or when the offender caused the death. Supporters said it closes a gap in statute exposed by recent cases, while opponents warned the language could be overbroad and potentially reach unintended situations; the committee adopted an amendment and then approved the bill 6-3.
DE

Delaware 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Oversight & Sunset Committee Meeting Jun 17th, 2026

Legislative Oversight & Sunset

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Senate Legislative Oversight Committee meeting is called to order.
  • In accordance with Senate rules, this committee is authorized to meet in a hybrid format.
  • Senator Rex, that's the bill. I'm here. Senator Ford is here, and Senator Richardson. President.
  • Thank you, Senator Boy.
  • This came out of a joint... Yeah. So we've kind of all there. Yep. Mm-hmm.
Bills: SB295, HB378
Summary: The Senate Legislative Oversight Committee met in hybrid format, approved the minutes from its April 22 and May 13 meetings, and then heard two bills. HB 420 would modernize massage therapy licensure by allowing the Board of Massage and Bodywork to decide which coursework may be completed in a hybrid format and which must remain in person, while also removing outdated references to a license type the board no longer issues. The sponsor said the change would improve access for students who cannot easily travel or stop working, while preserving public protection through board rules. Public testimony on HB 420 was entirely supportive. Robert Overmiller spoke in favor, and Mackenzie Francis of Alpha School of Massage also supported the bill, citing workforce growth in massage therapy and arguing that hybrid education would expand access, especially for students entering the field later in life. No committee questions or objections were raised. The committee then discussed HB 378, which would continue the Council of Corrections’ partnership with the Criminal Justice Council and avoid the sunset of that arrangement in 2026. Members noted the bill stemmed from a prior Joint Legislative Oversight effort to provide the council with staff support and training. Robert Overmiller again testified in support, and there was no opposition or further public comment. The meeting concluded after discussion of the two bills, with no votes recorded in the transcript.