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CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Mar 17th, 2025

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • the work toward peace with the Good Friday Agreement that was signed in 1998, and it stands as a testament
  • the work towards peace with the Good Friday Agreement that was signed in 1998, and it stands as a testament
  • From direct foreign investment to cultural heritage, our partnership is a testament to the enduring bonds
  • The youngest being seven years old, it's always encouraging to see the Irish culture imparted so early
  • San Diego, and at 100 years old, San Diego County honored him with a lifetime achievement award.
Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call and prayer, then handled several procedural matters before moving to the daily file. Members approved a motion to withdraw Assembly Bills 100 through 219 to the second reading file by a roll call vote of 42-15, and unanimously approved re-referrals of AB 440 and AB 1265 to different committees. The chamber also welcomed international visitors, student and community guests, and later heard a series of guest introductions tied to agriculture, immigration, and Irish heritage. The main floor action centered on two resolutions. H.R. 19, recognizing California Agriculture Day, drew strong support from members representing agricultural districts, who highlighted the state’s farm production, exports, and the role of farmworkers and ranchers; the resolution was adopted by voice vote after 65 co-authors were added. ACR 51, honoring Irish American Heritage Month, was also adopted by voice vote after 66 co-authors were added, with members speaking about Irish immigration, labor history, California-Ireland ties, and St. Patrick’s Day. The Assembly also held multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes for the Honorable Leon Lawson Williams, a pioneering Black civic leader in San Diego who served on the City Council and County Board of Supervisors and helped expand public transit and advance civil rights. Members from San Diego and others described his barriers-breaking career and lasting influence on local government and community leadership. The House then received announcements about upcoming committee hearings and adjourned until Thursday, March 20, at 9 a.m.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Regulated Industries Feb 3rd, 2026

Regulated Industries

Transcript Highlights:
  • All right, members, Senator Bradley, having read the entire Old Testament, half of the New Testament,
  • effective. members and that is the strike call all right members senator bradley having read the entire old
  • testament half of the first of the new testament are there any questions on the amendment here in forms
Bills: S0936, S1724, S1014, S1498
Summary: The Committee on Regulated Industries met with a quorum and took up four bills. First, it considered SB 1724 on municipal utility services. Senator Martin offered a late-filed delete-everything amendment that would require annual customer meetings for extraterritorial utility customers, cap use of gross utility revenues for general government at 10%, eliminate a 25% surcharge on customers outside city limits, reduce the rate differential cap from 50% to 25%, remove municipal natural gas utilities from the bill, and preserve certain existing bond-related surcharges until debt is retired or refinanced. The League of Cities raised implementation concerns about the July 1, 2026 effective date and the need for rate studies and budget adjustments. The amendment was adopted and the committee reported CS/SB 1724 favorably. The committee then heard SB 936 on temporary door locking devices from Senator McLean. The bill would define temporary door locking devices, allow them to be installed at any height, require the Florida Building Commission to add standards to the Florida Building Code, and require their use to be incorporated into safety plans, drills, and training. With no opposition or amendments, SB 936 was reported favorably. Next, the committee considered SB 1014 by Senator Mayfield, which would prohibit municipalities from refusing water or wastewater service solely because a property owner will not annex, and would require service expansion when a property is near a municipal main line, not served by another utility, and the utility has capacity. A committee amendment narrowed the bill to properties near a main line and reduced the distance threshold from 2,000 meters to one-half mile. The Florida League of Cities opposed the bill as amended, citing concerns about property size, annexation conflicts, enclave creation, and possible revenue impacts, but the bill was reported favorably. Finally, the committee heard SB 1498 on community associations from Chair Bradley. A strike-all amendment revised technical provisions on video conference recordings, turnover inspection reports, SIRS references, and electronic voting, and added two major policy changes: requiring associations to provide records to law enforcement and prosecutors and creating a second-degree misdemeanor for willful refusal, and prohibiting mandatory club or amenity fee schemes controlled by developers or third parties that generate profit beyond proportional expenses. Testimony in support described homeowner disputes involving concentrated board control, lack of transparency, and mandatory fees in communities such as Rosedale. The amendment was adopted and CS/SB 1498 was reported favorably. At the end of the meeting, Senator Bracey Davis asked to be recorded voting in the affirmative on tabs 1, 2, and 3, and the committee adjourned.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session - 02/19/26

Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Testament, moved by faith to be obedient unto the Lord.
  • faith<00:24:51.840> to in the Old Testament, moved by faith to in the Old Testament, moved
  • And if it's a testament to anybody that can spend two days in a vehicle with me, right?
  • And I was 19 years old at the time.
  • <01:07:33.280> having being a 19-year-old having being a 19-year-old having conversations,
Keywords: 918, senate, all
Summary: The Senate came to order, a quorum was established, and the chamber proceeded through routine business on the February 19, 2026 agenda. Several newly introduced Senate files were given first reading and referred to committees, including SF 3658 to Health and Human Services, SF 3665 to Judiciary and Public Safety, and SF 3687 to Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development. Senate resolutions 54 through 57 were referred to Rules and Administration. The body then adopted several resolutions. Senate Resolution 58, which updates the mileage resolution to add the chamber’s three newest members, passed 60-2. Senate Resolution 59, the annual postage resolution setting each member’s postal budget at $1,170 and additional amounts for the majority and minority leaders, was adopted 56-8. Senate Concurrent Resolution 6, setting session deadlines for March 27 and April 17, was also adopted after Senator Howe questioned why the first two deadlines were on the same date and Majority Leader Murphy said the schedule matched recent sessions to expedite work. The Senate also adopted a resolution honoring Helen Marjorie Spade Levy on her 104th birthday and recognizing her World War II service as a Rosie the Riveter and her long community involvement. The chamber then moved into tributes for the late Senator Bruce Anderson, with multiple senators describing his military service, faith, veteran advocacy, committee work, and personal kindness. Senators Lucero, Grunhagen, Howe, Pappas, Lang, Putnam, and others shared memories of his leadership and character, and the presiding officer noted that members could later sing in his honor after the remarks concluded.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • It's been a true blessing, a testament to House Bill 611 in 2000.
  • It's been a true blessing, a testament to House Bill 611 in 2000.
  • It's been a true blessing, a testament to House Bill 611 in 2000.
  • It's been a true blessing, a testament to House Bill 611 in 2000.
  • It's been a true blessing, a testament to House Bill 611 in 2000.
Summary: The committee heard first from Kentucky Farm Bureau leaders, who outlined the organization’s current priorities and recent work on farmland transition. Eddie Melton said Farm Bureau is working through 983 county and advisory committee resolutions and highlighted support for the updated selling farmer tax credit, now law through House Bill 775, as well as Senate Bill 28’s agriculture economic development provisions. He said Farm Bureau’s likely priorities include maintaining the 50% share of the tobacco settlement fund for agriculture, protecting funding for the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, preserving sales tax exemptions on farm inputs, keeping property taxes controlled, and exploring additional tools to keep farmland in active farmers’ hands, including possible loan or inheritance-tax changes. He also raised concerns about eminent domain transparency, nuisance deer permits, and access to agricultural inputs and crop protection products. Alita Bots described the farmland transition initiative in more detail, saying the revised state tax credit is generating strong interest and that a new federal tax provision now allows eligible land sales to actively engaged farmers to spread capital gains taxes over time. She said the initiative has reached 22 counties and more than 1,300 people this year through outreach and meetings, and that Farm Bureau is pairing policy work with resources to help farm families plan transitions and prepare wills and other estate documents. Drew Graham added that the effort is also meant to bridge the rural-urban divide and support rural communities, and Farm Bureau invited members to its annual meeting in early December. Members asked about rising insurance costs and deer damage. Farm Bureau representatives said severe convective storms, inflation, and higher repair and material costs have driven insurance rate increases, citing five major storm events since 2021 and a recent Owensboro hailstorm that caused about $350 million in losses; they said the company is moving toward percentage deductibles to help moderate increases. On deer, they said crop-loss totals are hard to quantify but acknowledged the problem and discussed possible coordination with the Department of Fish and Wildlife and Hunters for the Hungry. Commissioner Jonathan Shell then began the Department of Agriculture presentation, reporting gains from the department’s school agriculture outreach program, including a 23% increase in county participation between March and September and improved teacher-reported student learning, before continuing into the department’s legislative priorities.
FL

Florida 2026 4th Special Session

February 26, 2026 - 09:00 AM

Education & Employment Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • When I was 14 years old, I tragically lost my mother.
  • When I was 14 years old, I tragically lost my mother.
  • I mean, they're a pure testament to the bonds that are created at all of these events.
  • These bonds are what... ...testament to the bonds that are created at all of these events.
  • I mean, I'm a testament to that. I now go to Florida State University.
Summary: The committee first took up PCS for CS for HB 1279, a higher education bill focused on Florida’s preeminent universities. The sponsor said the measure would increase access for Florida students, strengthen accountability and transparency, update accreditation references, adjust performance metrics, and address issues such as GPA weighting, engineering credit-hour differences, and certain fee-waiver and dental-program provisions. Members raised questions about the 95% Florida-resident enrollment target, possible funding impacts, Pell Grant metrics, and whether the bill would affect community college pathways; the sponsor said the bill was aimed at first-time-in-college students and that the 95% standard would be measured on a three-year rolling average. After an amendment removing an adjustment to the four-year graduation metric was adopted, the bill was reported favorably by a 17-2 vote. The committee then heard PCS for CS for HB 1059, which would strengthen speech and debate education by designating the Florida Debate Initiative as the statewide organization, supporting coach and judge training, statewide data collection, tournaments, and a Florida Speech and Debate Week. The sponsor and several students and advocates testified that speech and debate builds confidence, civics knowledge, leadership, and opportunities for English learners and other students, with multiple speakers describing how the program changed their lives. Members from both parties spoke strongly in support, and the bill was reported favorably without opposition. Finally, the committee considered PCS for HB 725 on political activity at public institutions of higher education. The sponsor said the bill would standardize campus policies, require notice to students and employees about free-expression and political-campaign rules, and align state practice with federal guidelines while preserving free speech and nonpartisan voter engagement. An opponent argued the bill could create barriers to civic engagement and student organizing, while supporters said it would clarify existing rules and prevent institutions from favoring one viewpoint over another. The sponsor closed by emphasizing that the bill was about information and neutrality rather than restricting speech.
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, May 15, 2026)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Their achievement is a testament to their hard work and dedication of their director, Anthony Bleti,
  • Their achievement is a testament to their hard work and dedication of their director, Anthony Bleti,
  • Their achievement is a testament to their hard work and dedication of their director, Anthony Bleti,
  • Their achievement is a testament to their hard work and dedication of their director, Anthony Bleti,
  • Their achievement is<00:17:58.480> a<00:17:58.640> testament<00:17:58.960> to<00
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

House Chamber - Wed Apr 2, 2025, 12:00PM HST - Day 44

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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  • Landon's victory is not just a personal triumph but a testament to the enduring spirit and prowess of
  • but<00:13:43.120> a not just a personal Triumph but a not just a personal Triumph but a testament
  • to the enduring spirit and testament to the enduring spirit and prowess<00:13:46.240> of<00:13
Keywords: 910, house, all
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Senate Session Jan 14th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • eighth-generation Texan descended from a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence, his story is a testament
  • A testament to his grit and unwavering commitment to family.
  • He was a young, 30-some-odd-year-old caucus chair for the Republicans that passed a lot of legislation
  • He was a young, 30-some-odd-year-old caucus chair for the Republicans that passed a lot of legislation
  • will always remember Senator Creighton spreading his arms, like Abraham Lincoln, the great debates of old
Summary: The Texas Senate convened for the opening of the 89th Legislature with an invocation, roll call, and certification of the newly elected senators by the Secretary of State. Senators-elect were then administered the oath of office by Chief Justice Jimmy Blacklock, formally seating the new members. Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott addressed the chamber, congratulating members and emphasizing priorities such as border security, education, energy, foster care, and school choice, while Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick highlighted the Senate’s bipartisan culture and the work ahead. The chamber then held its organizational business, including the election of Senator Brandon Creighton as President Pro Tempore. Senator Parker nominated Creighton and Senator Bettencourt seconded the nomination, both praising his background, legislative record, and leadership. The Senate voted by standing vote to elect Creighton, who was then escorted to the dais and sworn in. In his remarks, Creighton reflected on his family, his time as a Senate messenger, and his priorities for the session, including Texas sovereignty, economic opportunity, education, and conservative policy goals. The only formal legislative action taken was adoption of Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 7, granting permission for the Legislature to adjourn for more than three days during the specified period. The resolution passed by a roll call vote of 31 ayes and no nays. The Senate then adopted a motion to recess until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15, after a caucus meeting earlier that morning.
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, February 24, 2025)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • So far we've just brought up a bunch of moldy old leftovers from the last Congress.
  • SO FAR WE'VE JUST BROUGHT UP A BUNCH OF MOLDY OLD LEFTOVERS FROM THE LAST CONGRESS.
  • Sergeant O'Hara is survived by his parents, his wife, and his 1-year-old son.
  • >> I RISE TO CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF JUDGE DAVIS WHO PASSED AWAY AT 106 YEARS OLD.
  • Thrust necessary to lift spacecraft into orbit and a testament to space technology.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

03/19/2026 - House Floor Session

Arizona House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • She inspired all those around her, and her story is a testament to the power of one and the heart that
  • She inspired all those around her and her story is a testament to the power of one.
  • She inspired all those around her and her story is a testament to the power of one and the heart that
  • of the Arizona State House of Representatives that my grandmother, Carol Volk, just turned 100 years old
Keywords: 1182, all
Summary: The Arizona House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the March 18, 2026 journal, and recognition of Doctor of the Day Dr. Bradley Butler, an Arizona emergency physician and Navy Reserve captain. Members also introduced visiting carpenters, local officials from Show Low, World Down Syndrome Day advocates, and Giffords Courage Fellows. The House read and adopted a proclamation designating March 19, 2026 as ALS Awareness Day, with remarks from Representative Selina Bliss and testimony from ALS patients and advocates about the disease’s impact and the need for research, care, and support. The House then adopted House Resolution 2007 honoring Sheila “Ginger” Mattox, with family and friends present and members speaking about her community service and problem-solving work in Phoenix’s FQ Story neighborhood. The resolution was adopted unanimously, followed by a moment of silence. The chamber also announced committee assignments and received Senate messages listing several bills on first and second reading. The House resolved into Committee of the Whole to consider HB 2680, which received a Commerce Committee amendment and a floor amendment before being recommended do pass as amended. The House adopted the Committee of the Whole report and referred HB 2680 to engrossing. Later, HB 1004 was withdrawn from the Education Committee and additionally referred to Judiciary. The House recessed, made several announcements, and then adjourned until 1:30 p.m. on Monday, March 23, 2026.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Mar 17th, 2025

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Now, with the Good Friday Agreement that was signed in 1998, and it stands as a testament to the power
  • From direct foreign investment to cultural heritage, our partnership is a testament to the enduring bonds
  • be seeing an Irish dance by some of the young members of this school, the youngest being seven years old
  • which is known as the 4th District, remains the heart of the black political power in this region. a testament
  • San Diego, and at 100 years old, San Diego County honored him with a lifetime achievement.
Keywords: 988, house, all
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Session Jan 14th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • eighth-generation Texan descended from a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence, his story is a testament
  • eighth-generation Texan descended from a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence, his story is a testament
  • A testament to his grit and unwavering commitment to family, showing life's obstacles are not dead ends
  • He was a young, 30-some-odd-year-old caucus chair for the Republicans that passed a lot of legislation
  • always remember Senator Creighton spreading his arms like Abraham Lincoln, in the great debates of old
Bills: SCR7
Summary: The Texas Senate convened for the opening of the 89th Legislature with an invocation, roll call, and certification of the newly elected senators. Chief Justice Jimmy Blacklock administered the oath of office to the senators-elect, and Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott addressed the chamber, emphasizing priorities such as foster care, the budget, border security, school choice, and maintaining Texas’s economic growth and constitutional principles. Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick also welcomed members and guests, noted the Senate’s bipartisan culture, and highlighted the chamber’s organization for the session. The Senate then held its organizational election for President Pro Tempore. Senator Tan Parker nominated Senator Brandon Creighton, and Senator Paul Bettencourt seconded the nomination, both praising Creighton’s background, legislative record, and leadership. The chamber voted by standing vote to elect Creighton, who was then escorted to the front and sworn in as President Pro Tempore by State Minister Scott Wall. Creighton delivered remarks about his family, his time as a Senate messenger, and his priorities for the session, including education, border issues, energy, and Texas sovereignty. After the leadership election, the Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 7, granting permission for either house to adjourn for more than three days during the specified January period. The resolution passed by a recorded vote of 31 ayes and no nays. The Senate then adopted a motion by Senator Zaffirini to recess until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15, after a caucus at 10 a.m. in the Betty King Room.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Apr 10th, 2025

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Sylvia was just eight years old.
  • Ruby Bridges is only 70 years old.
  • Sylvia Mendez was just eight years old when her family took a stand against injustice.
  • Across the nation, a testament to the power of belief, perseverance, and unity.
  • That certification was a testament to her grit and determination.
Summary: The Assembly met after a quorum call and prayer, then handled a series of procedural motions, guest introductions, and floor actions. Members welcomed student groups from Hope International University and Vacaville High School, and later recognized several guests connected to public safety dispatch. The chamber also adopted multiple re-referrals and procedural requests, including moving bills between committees and taking up AB 100 on concurrence from the Senate. A major portion of the session was devoted to ACR 34, designating April 14 as Sylvia Mendez Day. Assembly Member Ta and several colleagues spoke in support of honoring Sylvia Mendez and the Mendez v. Westminster case as a landmark in civil rights and school desegregation. The resolution drew extended partisan debate over the framing of the measure and broader issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion, but it ultimately passed on a roll call vote, with the resolution adopted. The Assembly also recognized Dolores Huerta on her 95th birthday through guest introductions and celebratory remarks, then moved through several bills and resolutions. AB 471 on air district board compensation, AB 677 on pupil records and access to screenings for housing-insecure students, ACR 31 designating California Public Safety Telecommunications Week, and AB 1150 on airport customer facility charges all passed. HR 30 recognizing Khmer New Year also was adopted with broad support. The most contentious policy action was AB 100, the early action budget bill. Supporters said it provided funding for wildfire prevention, hospital payments, Medi-Cal, and recovery in Los Angeles fire areas, while opponents criticized the bill for health care spending and high-speed rail. After a failed attempt by Assembly Member DeMaio to amend the bill and an unsuccessful appeal of the chair, the Assembly concurred in the Senate amendments and sent AB 100 to the Governor. The day ended with consent calendar approvals and adjournments in memory for several community members, including Larkin Carol Wells, Carmen O. Perez, and Oscar B. Ramos.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

House Chamber - Wed Mar 18, 2026, 12:00PM HST - Day 29

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • She's also the only 13-year-old I know who is passionate about cesspools.
  • She's also the only 13-year-old I know who is passionate about cesspools.
  • His career is a testament to the enduring power of great teaching.
  • His career is a testament to the enduring power of great teaching.
  • His career is a testament environment.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Feb 14th, 2025

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • At just 18 years old, she has already made history in the world of skateboarding, representing the United
  • Her journey from the skate parks of Petaluma to the Olympic Games is a testament to her hard work and
  • chief deputy officer. of the National Assembly, as well as various presiding officer positions, a testament
  • I met Emily when she was 18 years old, when she was a freshman at USC in my district.
Keywords: 988, house, all
MD

Maryland 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session, 2/25/2026 #1

Maryland Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Her commitment to the sorority and the community and her ability to make me wear pink is a testament
  • She is also a legate of the old rights.
  • She is also a legate of the old fourth<00:22:22.880> ward<00:22:23.280> community<00:22
  • <00:22:35.360> fourth destroyed and dismantled the old fourth destroyed and dismantled the
  • old fourth ward<00:22:36.400> rightfully<00:22:37.039> as<00:22:37.280> a<00:22
Summary: The Maryland Senate opened with an invocation by Reverend Dorene Robinson of Weman Memorial AM Church in Baltimore, followed by a quorum call showing 41 members present. The chamber then spent much of the session recognizing guests and visitors, including members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, the Morgan State Choir, the Winston Churchill High School varsity golf team, the Elijah Cummings Youth Program, students from several schools, faith leaders, and other community guests. Several senators also introduced personal guests and offered birthday recognitions, including Mrs. Eliza May Robinson and the Secretary of the Senate. On the legislative side, Senate Bill 988 on judicial facilities, stops, detention, and arrest limitation rules was introduced and referred to the Rules Committee. Bond initiatives were also read and referred to the Capital Budget Subcommittee. The chamber took up Senate Bill 108 on wetlands enforcement, but the minority leader said members still had questions, and the bill was special ordered until Friday without objection. The Senate also adopted a congratulatory resolution honoring the Winston Churchill High School varsity golf team for winning the 2025 4A/3A Maryland State Golf Championship, including recognition of senior captain Zoe Kusak’s individual title. Another resolution congratulated Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, North Atlantic Region, for its advocacy and community service. The session ended after committee schedule announcements and a motion to adjourn until the next day, with the Senate agreeing to adjourn until Thursday, February 26 at 10 a.m.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
  • HALLWAYS THEY TOOK ONE PARTICULAR EXAMPLE ONE OF THE CONDO OWNERS HAD PASSED AWAY, CONDO LEFT AND A TESTAMENT
  • WHO DOESN'T HAVE A VOICE, THEY CAN'T FIGHT BACK AT THE LEAST WE SHOULD GET SOME NUMBER BEFORE IT GETS OLD
  • ASKED OUR STAFF WHY THIS HAPPENS WITH REGARD TO THE DEPARTMENT BEING SOLD, IF IT WAS IN A TRUST OR A TESTAMENT
  • AND THEY SAID HOA'S HAVE NO OBLIGATION TO SEE IF THE APARTMENT WAS IN A TESTAMENT, IN A TRUST.
  • RAYNOR WAS 26 YEARS OLD. WALLACE WAS CHARGED WITH MURDER OF A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER.
Keywords: 999, senate, all
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/14/2026 - Senate Floor Session

Arizona Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • whereas Amaya's dedication to serve in her nation, her state, and her country stands as a shining testament
  • with purpose, compassion, and pride in their identity. ...state and her country stands as a shining testament
  • the setting sun would be appropriate to the Arizona flag, and in these rays the red and gold of the old
  • Spanish colors of Coronado were used... ...red and gold of the old Spanish colors of Coronado were used
Keywords: 1182, all
Summary: The Arizona Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then established a roll call showing 28 members present and two excused. The journal from January 12 was approved, and several guests were introduced, including representatives from CSG West and NCSL, Tucson Electric Power/UniSource Native business resource group members, Yaqui community guests, students from Marcos de Niza High School, and the mayor of Guadalupe. Senators also offered remarks honoring former Attorney General Mark Brnovich with a moment of silence. A major ceremonial item was a proclamation and flag presentation honoring the life and service of Amaya Curley, presented by Senator Hatathlie. The proclamation recognized Curley’s Navy service, her cultural values, and her impact on family and community, and her family was introduced in the gallery. The Senate also recessed briefly for the presentation of an Arizona state flag flown over the Capitol in her memory, accompanied by a certificate from the Secretary of State. On floor business, the President Pro Tem announced extended deadlines for opening Senate folders and for bill introduction sets. The Senate received a House message consenting to adjourn the legislature from January 15 until January 20, and the chamber adopted a motion to accede to that request. The clerk then read a long list of second-reading bills and resolutions covering elections, education, health care, firearms, taxation, transportation, immigration-related reporting, public records, and other topics. No bill votes were taken during this portion beyond the adjournment-related motion, and the Senate later adjourned until January 15, 2026, at 10 a.m.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Apr 10th, 2025

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • In 1943, Sylvia Mendes, a nine-year-old girl, was denied entry to the 17th Street School in Westminster
  • about the fact that Sylvia Mendez is with us, she was here last year, Ruby Bridges is only 70 years old
  • Sylvia Mendez was just 8 years old when her family took a stand against injustice.
  • I want to be 95. 95 years old and dancing, the first one out on the dance floor and the last one still
  • A testimony, testament to her grit and determination.
Keywords: 988, house, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Apr 28th, 2025

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The climate where my 10-year-old daughter gets screamed obscenities at her while joining me at an event
  • The youngest Holocaust survivor, Tova Freeman, was only a few months old when she and her family family
  • Fourteen years old, and I said, what are you thinking?
  • At my brother's wedding, his toast was that was a testament to us defeating Hitler so there's trauma
  • At eight years old, Eva, her mother, and her twin sister lived through the Nazi occupation by hiding
Keywords: 988, house, all