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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House DFL Media Availability 1/24/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Leader Damon's statement on this says it's time for the walkout to end, time to stop the laying session
- Just to briefly follow that, I mean, does the fact that that was their first statement after this ruling
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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Judiciary Committee Mar 17th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Carmen Ramos, president of the California Federation of Interpreters, and I would like to read a statement
- I would like to read a statement from the one and only ASL interpreter court interpreter we have in Sacramento
- Thank you for allowing us to read the statement from the ASL interpreter of Sacramento County.
Summary:
The Assembly Judiciary Committee heard several bills, with AB 1827 by Assemblymember Chen proposing to raise the small claims court limit for small businesses from $6,250 to $15,000 and allow up to three filings per year. The author and supporters from the California Association of Collectors said the change would help small businesses recover unpaid invoices and minor contract disputes without costly civil litigation, while preserving the informal small claims process. The committee noted some Judicial Council concerns, but there was no opposition testimony, and the bill later passed out of committee to Appropriations.
The committee also heard AB 1916 by Assemblymember Lee, which would include American Sign Language interpreters in the Trial Court Interpreter Employment and Labor Relations Act so they can participate in collective bargaining like other certified court interpreters. Supporters, including the California Federation of Interpreters and court interpreters, described recruitment and retention problems, limited representation, and a shortage of ASL interpreters in the courts. Members expressed support for improving representation and access for deaf and hard-of-hearing court users, and the bill passed to Appropriations.
AB 1977 by Assemblymember Irwin, presented by Assemblymember Pacheco, was described as a technical cleanup bill for California’s remote online notarization law, correcting ambiguities and conforming provisions to help the Secretary of State implement the program. The Secretary of State’s office supported the measure and said it would clarify procedures and digital seal authentication, while members raised questions about platform and renewal fees and one concern about a fee for terminated sessions; the sponsor indicated that provision could be removed. The bill was approved and sent to Appropriations. The committee also adopted a consent calendar containing several other bills and later established quorum to take recorded votes before adjourning.
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Feb 19th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- I know in previous years we've had issues with only one person being on the statement of purpose, so
- Just a brief statement. I'm your senator, Jace, so you can't vote for Senator in our talk, okay?
- Just a brief statement. I'm your senator, Jace, so you can't vote for Senator in our talk, okay?
Summary:
The Local Government and Taxation Committee met on February 19, 2026, and heard two bills from Representative Rick Cheatham. House Bill 551 was described as a technical fix to last year’s urban renewal/fire and ambulance district law, giving fire and ambulance districts that opt out of an urban renewal area the authority to include new construction on their tax rolls. The Association of Idaho Cities said it had no objection and viewed the change as housekeeping. The committee voted unanimously to send HB 551 to the floor with a do pass recommendation, and Senator Burton agreed to carry it on the floor.
The committee then heard House Bill 594, which would codify an Idaho Supreme Court decision requiring late fees and interest on delinquent property taxes to be distributed back to the taxing jurisdictions that originally assessed them. Representative Cheatham said the bill was drafted after the court ruling to remove any doubt, and testimony from the Idaho Association of County Treasurers supported the measure, noting that most counties already follow that practice and the language would not require software changes. The committee voted unanimously to send HB 594 to the floor with a do pass recommendation, with Senator Burton also designated to carry the bill.
After the bills, the committee approved the minutes from February 3, 4, 5, and 10, 2026. The meeting also included a farewell presentation for Senate page Jace Rackham, who thanked the committee and reflected positively on his experience, and an introduction of incoming page Grace Louder from Garden City.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- recall SB 427 dealt with the requirement that many of our local governments have to file financial statements
- or the grant to the water district to be able to set up a procedure by which they have financial statements
- to know what our local governments are doing with the funding, and yet they don't file financial statements
Committee:
Senate Local Government
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Local Government considered a series of pending bills and committee substitutes, with most measures advancing on largely party-line or unanimous votes. Senator Hinojosa explained Senate Bill 427, which would require local governments to be current on annual financial reporting before receiving state loans or grants, with exceptions for disaster declarations and added procedures for water districts. The committee adopted the substitute and reported it to the Senate, then placed it on the local and uncontested calendar. The committee also advanced SB 65, SB 241, SB 304, SB 402, SB 413, SB 499, SB 621, SB 850, SB 854, SB 974, SB 15, SB 1023, SB 1024, and SB 1025, with several of those also sent to the local and uncontested calendar.
Several bills were briefly explained before votes. SB 304 concerned municipal court jurisdiction over health and safety and nuisance matters. SB 850’s substitute created a uniform 60-day timeline for property tax refund issuance. SB 854’s substitute made multiple changes to local land-use authority, including removing group homes in support of housing, allowing regulation of short-term rentals, preserving HOA and deed restrictions, protecting historic districts, lowering the required residential share in mixed-use projects from 65% to 50%, and limiting new setback, height, and parking restrictions on existing building conversions. SB 413 and SB 850 were reported with committee substitutes in lieu of the filed bills.
Most votes were favorable, often unanimous, though SB 241 and SB 621 each had one dissenting vote, SB 1106 was reported with one member present and not voting, and SB 1024 initially had one present-not-voting before Senator West later changed to aye. SB 1106 was reported to the full Senate with a recommendation that it do not pass, while the other measures generally received do-pass recommendations. The committee concluded by recessing subject to the call of the chair.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I retract that last statement. We're through with, uh, there's no more.
- Thank you for your statement. Thank you all for being here, and I'll go to the next witnesses.
- Chair recognizes Senator Hinojosa for a statement. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
Committee:
Senate Criminal Justice
Keywords:
bail reform, defendants, pretrial detention, public safety, criminal justice, charitable bail organizations, criminal procedure, public safety report, victim notification, family violence, bail bonds, public funds, political subdivision, injunction, taxpayer rights, violent crimes, sexual offenses, community safety, constitutional amendment, trafficking
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider Amendment of Rule 6(b) of the Committee Rules to establish the reporting quorum, an original resolution to provide for the funding of the Committee for the 119th Congress, and the nominations of Douglas Burgum, of North D Jan 23rd, 2025 at 08:30 am
Energy and Natural Resources Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- If anybody wants to speak afterwards, we'll stay here as long as you want to make statements.
- Can I enter my statement into the record? Sure, without objection. Thank you so much. Mr. Chairman?
- directly and personally, his comments regarding wildfires in the past and his refusal to retract his statements
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, I guess my point here is more, uh, not so much a question, but a statement.
- So to say that this bill would generate revenue is probably kind of a maybe an incorrect statement.
- </c><00:22:24.799><c> From</c><00:22:25.120><c> my</c> question, but a statement.
- From my question, but a statement.
- </c> kind of a maybe an incorrect statement. kind of a maybe an incorrect statement.
Committee:
House Taxes
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Committee Jun 11th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Here this morning, I want to start the comments by sort of sharing what our mission statement is in our
- We often hear that budget statements are a reflection of our priorities and our values, and this budget
- And so, but I truly do really appreciate a lot of the analysis, you know, a lot of the statements that
- And so, but I truly do really appreciate a lot of the analysis, you know, a lot of the statements that
- like we're not getting... ...have to make statements like we're not getting 50% more of our care, or
Summary:
The Assembly Budget Committee heard opening remarks on the 2025 Budget Act, which will be amended into AB 101 and SB 101 for floor consideration. Committee leaders described the budget as a difficult compromise shaped by a $12 billion deficit, federal funding uncertainty, wildfire impacts, and rising out-year costs, while emphasizing a balance between compassion and fiscal responsibility. Each budget subcommittee chair then summarized major actions in their areas, including health care, human services, education, climate and transportation, housing and state administration, public safety, and oversight/transparency.
Key policy items included delaying or narrowing some of the Governor’s proposed cuts, especially in Medi-Cal and other safety-net programs; preserving funding for dental care, women’s health, family planning, hospice, long-term care, IHSS, and services for undocumented Californians; and maintaining or expanding child care, foster care, food banks, and CalWORKs-related supports. Education actions included additional Proposition 98 settle-up, reduced deferrals, support for TK-12, teacher recruitment, literacy, mental health, preschool slots, and restored funding for UC and CSU. Other major items included housing and homelessness investments, wildfire and disaster response funding, transit loans and greenhouse gas reduction fund support, Proposition 36 and VOCA-related public safety funding, and oversight measures on federal impacts and state efficiency.
Department of Finance and Legislative Analyst staff said the package makes some of the same savings moves as the May Revision but relies more on internal borrowing and fewer reductions, leaving a smaller reserve than the administration’s plan but still maintaining roughly $11 billion in the rainy day fund. Members from both parties largely supported the package while raising concerns about long-term sustainability, Medi-Cal costs, reserve use, and the need for future revenue and program review. The committee adopted the subcommittee actions by roll call, 18-6, with the roll held open for absent members and additional comments continuing after the vote.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
HLT Info Briefing - Wed Feb 19, 2025 @ 10:00 AM HST
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And so at this point, I’ll turn it over to the Deputy Attorney General, JT Kim, for a brief statement
- At this point, I’ll turn it over to the Deputy Attorney General, JT Kim, for a brief statement.
- the rights of the State of Hawaii, the Department of the Attorney General will not be making any statement
- the rights of the State of Hawaii, the Department of the Attorney General will not be making any statement
- of Accounting and General Services and the Department of Health to do the same, to limit their statements
Summary:
The committee held an informational briefing on construction defects and operational problems at the newly opened Hawaii State Hospital Halola building, a $160 million facility with 144 beds for forensic patients. Department of Health and DAGS officials described ongoing issues identified before and after occupancy in April 2022, including anti-ligature safety defects, roof and building-envelope leaks, drainage problems, plumbing failures, HVAC corrosion and moisture-control issues, mold, and corroding materials. They said the problems have affected patient areas, showers, hallways, the gym, and other parts of the building, creating daily operational and safety challenges for staff and patients.
Officials said the state believes the defects are the responsibility of the design-builder, Hensel Phelps, but that they are working with the company and its subcontractors to address the problems while preserving the state’s legal position. The Attorney General’s office said it is conducting an inquiry and asked agencies to limit comments to factual matters. Witnesses explained that some defects appear to be latent and that repairs are being documented through photos, invoices, and testimony. They also said some work is being done by Hensel Phelps and some by other contractors, with efforts to preserve evidence for possible future claims.
Committee members questioned how the defects were missed during design-build inspection, whether the state should pursue litigation sooner, and how evidence would be preserved if outside contractors make repairs. Officials said the state has two funding requests pending: about $8 million for emergency repairs and about $28.8 million for longer-term repairs, for a total near $40 million, while noting that additional defects may still be discovered. No votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Senate in Special Session B Jan 28th, 2025
Florida Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm saying we are making a statement that if you commit these crimes...
- It is not an accurate statement to say all 20 colleges have capacity.
- There were multiple statements made by multiple officials who said they were going to comply.
- The question is the statement that they are taking spots away from Americans.
- I want to make a statement: this is because I don't believe in immigration.
Keywords:
accountants, Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants, advocacy, legislation, business issues, memorial, law enforcement, sacrifice, tribute, community support, service, community, Holocaust, remembrance, antisemitism, human rights, education, Holocaust Remembrance Day, memorialization, sexual assault
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Combatting Antisemitism Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- A few brief statements to kick us off. This is an incredible commission.
- clarify, I didn't mean to say that the entire Together for Inclusive Massachusetts had embraced that statement
- We're not saying X person did this to Y person; it's the statement of what happens.
- I believe the regulations have been written in a manner that uphold the importance of that statement.
- And I have... ...that uphold the importance of that statement, and I have a deep appreciation for that
Summary:
The Special Commission on Combating Antisemitism met to review and discuss draft preliminary recommendations, with the co-chairs explaining that the draft had been released publicly and that the meeting was intended for open discussion and edits rather than a final vote. They emphasized the urgency of addressing antisemitism in Massachusetts, especially in K-12 schools, while noting that the recommendations are preliminary, may be revised, and will be supplemented by further testimony and a final report later. Several members also referenced recent allegations and incidents in local schools as examples of why the commission’s work is needed.
Commissioners broadly supported the draft but proposed numerous refinements. Common themes included clarifying the distinction between antisemitic incidents and hate crimes; strengthening reporting systems and privacy protections; adding clearer guidance from DESE and the Attorney General on First Amendment issues, curriculum, and investigations; expanding Holocaust and genocide education; and improving professional development for educators, school committees, and administrators. Several members urged better links to mental health and victim services, more support for the Genocide Education Trust, and stronger language on bystander training, digital literacy, and the role of school committees in addressing bias.
There was also discussion of how to frame antisemitism as a distinct form of hate, how to address antisemitism related to Israel and Zionism without restricting legitimate political speech, and how to avoid unfunded mandates for school districts and municipalities. Some commissioners suggested adding timeframes, a centralized reporting or investigative mechanism, and more explicit model policies for schools. The meeting ended with the chairs thanking participants and the public for their input, and the commission then moved to adjourn.
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Transportation, Highways and Public Works May 5th, 2026
Transportation, Highways & Public Works
Transcript Highlights:
- Secretary, I know that was a short introduction, but, man, that's got to be a loaded statement.
- That project alone took over 25 years to get the environmental impact statement approved and the permits
- So specifically on the environmental assessments or environmental impact statements, generally, what
- And so, you know, so in a manner of asking a question through a statement, I mean, I...
- I'm in a manner of asking a question through a statement.
Bills:
HR170 , HR191 , HR206 , HR207 , HR208 , HCR53 , HCR60 , HCR68 , HB714 , HB762 , SB40 , SB48 , SB55 , SB56 , SB69 , SB115 , SB133 , SB151 , SB170 , SB235 , SB278 , SB330 , SB420 , SB438 , SB449 , SB489
Keywords:
U.S. Highway 90, US 90, Highway 90, St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, DOTD, bridge removal, closed bridges, bridge demolition, transportation funding, federal appropriations, THUD appropriations, Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development, infrastructure, road reconstruction, evacuation route, hurricane evacuation corridor, New Orleans metro area, Mississippi Gulf Coast, public safety
Summary:
The House Transportation Committee met on Tuesday, May 5, and considered a long agenda of mostly transportation, public safety, and local infrastructure measures. Among the bills reported favorably were Senate Bill 420, which adds Vermilion and Iberia Parish representation to the Lafayette Metropolitan Expressway Commission; Senate Bill 69, which updates appointments to the South Tangipahoa Parish Port Commission after redistricting; Senate Bill 40, which expands Louisiana’s move-over/safety protections for emergency and disabled vehicles; and House resolutions from Rep. Dickerson urging DOTD action on Highway 16 widening, turn lanes on Highway 1024, and a roundabout on Highway 1019. The committee also advanced HCR 53 creating a study committee on oversized vehicle permits, SB 438 increasing per diem for the Greater Lafourche Port Commission, SB 449 giving the New Orleans Public Belt more procurement flexibility, SB 115 allowing DOTD to assume certain federal NEPA duties to speed project delivery, and SB 489 authorizing third-party verification of vehicle insurance coverage.
Members heard testimony on several safety and enforcement measures. SB 151 would flag OMV records for people who owe DNA samples under CODIS-related criminal provisions; State Police explained it would help law enforcement collect required samples and aid cold cases. SB 48 would create driver’s license reciprocity between Louisiana and Ireland, and SB 235 would clarify payment and liquidated damages rules for public contracts, with contractors and industry representatives saying it would help ensure timely payment to contractors, subs, and suppliers. SB 55 clarified that seat belts must be worn across both the lap and shoulder, and SB 278 required ignition interlock devices for DUI-related license reinstatement; committee members raised questions about due process, vehicle use, and how the devices would work, but both bills were reported favorably.
Several measures drew more extensive debate. HB 762, as amended, would give OMV discretion over referring certain debts to the Office of Debt Recovery or Attorney General, and the amendment passed 14-2 after discussion about relief for drivers who cannot pay. SB 330 on school-zone automated speed enforcement received an amendment preserving existing compliant pavement markings, but a separate amendment to exempt Shreveport, Gretna, Livonia, and Westwego from the law failed on a roll call vote. HB 714, as substituted, would have created a railroad commission and required railroads to address blighted or abandoned lines, but after concerns about federal preemption, definition of blight, and whether a new commission was needed, Rep. Phelps moved to defer the bill, and the committee agreed. The meeting ended with adjournment after a brief recognition of committee staff and visitors.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
04/20/2026 - Senate Director Nominations
Transcript Highlights:
- The flow of the committee will be a five- to ten-minute opening statement from the nominee.
- So you have as long as you need, up to 10 minutes or so if you need it, to do an opening statement.
- Well, thank you very much for your opening statement.
- sure that we have the comprehensive performance management system that I mentioned in my opening statement
- They really prove the truth of that statement, right?
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Director Nominations met to consider Ruby Dylan Williams for Director of the Arizona Department of Housing. Williams described her long career at the department, her work on operational improvements, housing development, manufactured housing, and efforts to expand supply, preserve existing housing, and improve transparency through data and technology. She also said she would work with the legislature, local governments, tribal nations, nonprofits, and private partners, and emphasized the department’s role in addressing housing affordability and homelessness across the housing continuum.
Members questioned her about the department’s response to Auditor General findings, including fraud prevention, payment verification, site inspections, and oversight of grantees. Williams said the department had rewritten policies, retrained staff, added stronger controls, and implemented verbal verification steps for wire transfers after a fraud incident. Senators also pressed her on budget priorities, possible cuts, and her view of homelessness policy, with some members characterizing her approach as closer to shelter or transitional housing before permanent placement. Williams said interventions should be individualized and that the department works with local jurisdictions and service providers to match people with appropriate support.
Public testimony was overwhelmingly supportive. Developers, housing industry representatives, and nonprofit partners praised Williams’ private-sector housing finance experience, her knowledge of LIHTC and the QAP process, and her leadership in making the agency more efficient and business-friendly. After debate, the committee voted 3-2 to recommend her confirmation to the full Senate. Two members voted no, citing concerns about her answers on fraud oversight, cost controls, and homelessness policy, while the majority supported advancing her nomination.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- The flow of the committee will be a five- to ten-minute opening statement from the nominee.
- You have as long as you need, up to 10 minutes or so if you need it, to do an opening statement.
- Well, thank you very much for your opening statement.
- sure that we have the comprehensive performance management system that I mentioned in my opening statement
- They really prove the truth of that statement, right?
Committee:
Senate Director Nominations
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Administration of Criminal Justice Apr 14th, 2026
Administration of Criminal Justice
Transcript Highlights:
- He was going to make a brief statement before he moved to voluntarily defer.
- Absolutely, but only after I make a statement.
- Marshal Dupuy, just for the future, don't encourage anybody to read statements, because that's against
- If a person wants to make a statement, they have to be present.
- And if they want to give statements like that, written statements, we'll put it in the record, but we
Committee:
House Administration of Criminal Justice
Summary:
The Committee on Criminal Justice met on April 14, 2026, and first handled several voluntary deferrals, including HB 343, HB 491, HB 523, HB 426, HB 439, HB 378, and later HB 1025. HB 676 by Rep. Spell, which creates the crime of fraudulent patient referrals or “body brokering,” was amended and reported favorably. Testimony from Louisiana Blue, Odyssey House, and others described the practice as exploiting vulnerable addiction and mental health patients for profit, while supporters said the bill targets organized fraud and protects patients, families, and insurers.
The committee also reported HB 394 by Rep. Chenevert, which extends the conditional parole period from nine months to 24 months for offenders who must complete programming before release. Supporters, including the Louisiana Parole Project, said the change gives the parole board more flexibility and does not create new parole eligibility, while the bill was amended to remove some language tied to rehabilitation programming review. HB 622 by Rep. Coates, dealing with confidentiality and handling of criminal history records, was reported favorably after testimony that it is needed to align state law with federal FBI/CJIS requirements and tighten safeguards on background-check information.
HB 396 by Rep. McMakin, concerning admissibility of autopsy photographs, was amended to apply to criminal proceedings generally and then reported favorably. HB 772 by Rep. Martinez, which modernizes notice requirements for arrest warrants by allowing electronic notice and clarifying mailing procedures, was also reported favorably despite concerns from Orleans Parish prosecutors about costs and surety liability. HB 1038 by Rep. Boyer, addressing marshal authority to issue deputy commissions and related liability/insurance issues, drew substantial testimony from marshals, city officials, and local government groups; after amendments requiring insurance coverage and clarifying funding and applicability, it was reported favorably on an 8-2 vote. HB 1025, which would have created an exception allowing reconciliation after a protective-order violation, drew strong opposition from domestic violence advocates and prosecutors and was voluntarily deferred by the author.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Walker, would you like to make an opening statement? Go ahead. Good morning.
- Uh, good morning and you're welcome to make an opening statement. Aloha. Thank you so much.
- Uh, you're welcome to make an opening statement. Uh, first GM 686 is Jeanette Gruel in support.
- Uh, you're welcome to make an opening statement. Good morning.
- Uh, you're welcome to make an opening statement. Good morning.
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
Summary:
The Judiciary Committee heard Governor’s Message 572, the nomination of Kirsten Walker to the Commission on the Status of Women, and received testimony in strong support from representatives of the Hawaii State Commission on the Status of Women, the Hawaii State LGBTQ+ Commission, and others. Walker described nearly a decade of community advocacy focused on women, gender-diverse people, homelessness, domestic violence, substance use, reproductive and gender-diverse health care, and support for criminalized communities. Members asked about the commission’s past work and future priorities, and Walker said it should continue supporting community initiatives, studies on violence, and women-led efforts. The committee voted to recommend advise and consent, with the measure adopted unanimously by the members present.
The committee then considered Governor’s Message 685, the nomination of Arielle Castillo to the Board of Registration of the Island of Oahu. Testimony from supporters emphasized her civic engagement, volunteer work, and willingness to serve in uncompensated state work. Castillo said she had worked in local politics and voter engagement, including with Hawaii Alliance for Progressive Action, and explained her background in voter registration, election rules, and good-government efforts. Members questioned her on how she would handle close voting issues and whether her activism could affect her service; she said she would apply the law fairly, protect voting rights, and that her organization is nonpartisan and does not endorse candidates. The committee again recommended advise and consent, and the nomination was adopted.
Finally, the committee heard Governor’s Message 686, the nomination of Jonathan Simons to the Board of Registration of the Island of Hawaii. Supporters described him as thoughtful and analytical, and Simons said he is a Hilo civil engineer with a strong interest in civics and good governance. He said his role on the board would be to protect the franchise by preventing improper disenfranchisement and ensuring votes are counted appropriately, citing his mother’s work enforcing the Voting Rights Act. Members asked whether he would apply election laws fairly and without partisan bias; he said he would. The committee voted advise and consent on GM 686 as well, and all three nominations were adopted before adjournment.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- But as the current CEO of Banner Health says in her statement provided today, this... ...grant money
- Chair, really quickly, and then you say you don't have the personnel to do this based on your statement
- I do want to have a closing statement. I believe Mr. Carpenter said he emailed me yesterday.
- A great friend of mine, and I talked to him yesterday, he said, look, he goes, we had to make a statement
- To make a statement that police, the DOC, and DPS need a pay raise.
Committee:
House Appropriations
Keywords:
mental health, hearings, acquaintance witnesses, patient rights, treatment evaluation, barbering, cosmetology, appropriation, funding, licensing, board operations, peace officer, training, public safety, traffic offenses, judicial system, corrections, recruitment, state budget, crime victims
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Higher Education Committee Mar 17th, 2026
Higher Education
Transcript Highlights:
- For authors of bills up today, each member presenting today will provide an opening statement and a closing
- statement.
- As I mentioned earlier in my opening statement, I am committed to amend the bill to remove the provision
- As I mentioned earlier in my opening statement, I am committed to amend the bill to remove the provision
- Chairman, if you'd like to make a closing statement. Yes, thank you so much.
Committee:
House Higher Education
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Redistricting Feb 25th, 2026
Special Committee on Redistricting
Transcript Highlights:
- Do you agree with Donald Trump's statement that the federal government needs to nationalize elections
- Do you agree with Donald Trump's statement that the federal government needs to nationalize elections
- You don't see what's missing in your statement? Can you elaborate?
- And when that statement is read to the...
- And when that statement is read to them, or if it's even read to them, they have no understanding of
Committee:
House Special Committee on Redistricting
Summary:
The Special Committee on Redistricting held a public hearing on House Concurrent Resolution 48, which urges support for the federal SAVE Act. Representative Michael Davis presented the resolution, explaining that the bill would require documentary proof of U.S. citizenship to register for federal elections, photo identification to vote, and additional procedures for absentee voting and name-change issues. He argued the measure would protect election integrity and prevent non-citizens from voting, while noting that the resolution simply expresses support for the federal legislation already passed by the U.S. House.
Committee members from both parties questioned Davis extensively. Supporters said the proposal would add a needed citizenship verification layer and cited examples of non-citizen voting or mistaken registration. Opponents argued that Missouri already requires voter ID, that non-citizen voting is rare, and that the SAVE Act would create burdens, costs, and potential disenfranchisement for married women, students, rural residents, elderly voters, disabled voters, military families, and others who may lack easy access to birth certificates, passports, or other documents. Several members also raised concerns about federalism, the cost to election officials, and whether the resolution belonged in a redistricting committee.
The committee then heard public testimony. Witnesses opposed to HCR 48, including representatives of the League of Women Voters and several individual voters, said the measure would make voting harder and could require duplicate or repeated documentation, affidavits, or separate systems for different election types. One witness testified in favor, saying proof of citizenship is easy to provide and would help ensure fair and honest elections. After all testimony and questions, the chair closed the hearing; no vote or other action was taken in the transcript.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Redistricting Feb 25th, 2026
Special Committee on Redistricting
Transcript Highlights:
- Do you agree with Donald Trump's statement that the federal government needs to nationalize elections
- Do you agree with Donald Trump's statement that the federal government needs to nationalize elections
- You don't see what's missing in your statement? Can you elaborate?
- And when that statement is read to the— And when that statement is read to them, or if it's even read
- And when that statement is read to them or if it's even read to them, they have no understanding of what
Committee:
House Special Committee on Redistricting