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FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 20, 2026 - 01:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Really, the real work begins when Governor Sondland Comes to budget, we begin the work on the RFAs with
- This whole competition was mirrored on The Fukushima power plant disaster.
- The power of the Blue Sky Workshops that we do within IHMC is that through our scientific and technical
- And as you're probably aware, there's a lot in the organizational psychology literature about the power
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Environment and Natural Resources Jan 20th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- The dam serves no formal purpose, providing neither water supply, flood control, hydroelectric power,
- The governor vetoed it because he said this really needs to be a bigger conversation.
- Actually, there's more of a power struggle between... I acknowledge that there is an issue.
- Actually, there's more of a power struggle between DEP and DOH on DEP taking all the septic tank permitting
Summary:
The Committee on Environment and Natural Resources heard and advanced several bills. SB 958, by Senator Bradley, would require local straw and stirrer ordinances to allow renewable, certified compostable, and marine-biodegradable products, with supporters arguing it creates standards and avoids patchwork local rules; it was reported favorably. SB 1066, by Senator Brodeur, proposed a phased restoration of the Ocklawaha/Rodman Dam area, including partial dam restoration, recreation and economic development planning, and a local advisory council; testimony was strongly divided between restoration supporters and local officials concerned about water supply, reservoir value, and community impacts. The committee adopted an amendment adding a Naval Air Station Jacksonville representative to the advisory council, then reported the bill favorably as amended.
The committee also approved CS/SB 698 by Senator Martin, which would let builders proceed with home construction after applying for septic permits rather than waiting for the permit to be issued first. Testimony from builders and industry representatives focused on permitting delays, contract pricing, and the need for a glide path if DEP rules change; some senators raised concerns about the 120-day transition period, but the bill passed favorably with a technical amendment. CS/SB 1230, by Senator Harrell, would phase out PFAS-containing firefighting foam for non-emergency use, require inventory and disposal reporting, create DEP rules and a registry of alternatives, and establish grant/cost-savings support for local agencies; it was reported favorably after an amendment clarifying DEP references and penalty language.
Finally, the committee approved CS/SB 1288, also by Senator Harrell, to designate a water body feature in the Jupiter Narrows area as the Andrew Red Harris Shoal in honor of a local environmental advocate who died rescuing a friend. The bill was amended to clarify the shoal identification and then reported favorably. At the end of the meeting, senators requested the record reflect additional affirmative votes on certain bills, and the committee adjourned.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Environment and Natural Resources Jan 20th, 2026
Environment and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- The dam serves no formal purpose, providing neither water supply, flood control, hydroelectric power,
- The governor vetoed it because he said this really needs to be a bigger conversation.
- Actually, there's more of a power struggle between... I acknowledge that there is an issue.
- Actually, there's more of a power struggle between DEP and DOH on DEP taking all the septic tank permitting
Committee:
Senate Environment and Natural Resources
Keywords:
onsite sewage treatment, disposal systems, building permits, environmental regulation, local government authority, drinking straws, stirrers, local regulation, compostable, environmental impact, Ocklawaha River, St. Johns River, Silver Springs, river restoration, dam removal, Kirkpatrick Dam, Buckman Lock, Cross Florida Barge Canal, environmental restoration, springs protection
Summary:
The Committee on Environment and Natural Resources heard and advanced several bills. SB 958, by Senator Bradley, would require local straw and stirrer ordinances to allow renewable, certified compostable, marine-biodegradable products; supporters said it would reduce reliance on paper straws that may contain PFAS and create more uniform standards. The bill was reported favorably after brief supportive testimony and no opposition.
The committee also approved SB 1066, by Senator Broder, a major Ocklawaha/Rodman Dam restoration proposal. The bill would direct DEP to implement a phased restoration plan, create an advisory council with local and military representation, fund recreation and economic development projects, and address safety concerns tied to the dam’s age and high-hazard status. Supporters from conservation groups, river advocates, and some local residents praised the restoration and planning framework, while several Putnam County officials opposed the bill, arguing the reservoir supports recreation, water supply, and local interests. The committee adopted a late-filed amendment adding a Naval Air Station Jacksonville representative to the advisory council, then reported the committee substitute favorably.
SB 698, by Senator Martin, was also reported favorably. It would let builders proceed with local building permits while septic permits are pending, rather than waiting for sequential approval, and includes a 120-day glide path related to new DEP rules; builders supported the bill as a way to reduce delays, while some senators questioned whether the transition period was too long. The committee then approved CS/SB 1230, by Senator Harrell, which phases out PFAS-containing firefighting foam, restricts non-emergency training use, requires inventory and disposal reporting, creates DEP rulemaking and a grant program, and exempts certain federal, military, and emergency uses. Finally, the committee favorably reported CS/SB 1288, also by Senator Harrell, to designate a water body in the Jupiter Narrows area in honor of Andrew Red Harris, with a technical amendment clarifying the shoal designation. Several members later asked to be recorded as voting in the affirmative on selected bills.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Environment and Natural Resources Jan 20th, 2026
Environment and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- The dam serves no formal purpose, providing neither water supply, flood control, hydroelectric power,
- The governor vetoed it because he said this really needs to be a bigger conversation.
- Actually, there's more of a power struggle between, I acknowledge that there is an issue.
- Actually, there's more of a power struggle between DEP and DOH on DEP taking all the septic tank permitting
Committee:
Senate Environment and Natural Resources
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee Nov 7th, 2025
Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- going to be changes that we can't foresee, and having a mechanism in place that doesn't require the governor
- I think that's a powerful statement to have on there, as well as looking at benefits, not just harms.
- so that when these opportunities come, we can quickly move to take advantage of our position as powerful
- I think the more powerful this committee is, the more likely it will continue to do these things.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 23rd, 2025
Trade, Workforce & Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- remember this bill by Chairman Shaheen relating to the persons authorized or appointed to exercise the power
- lays out SB... by Senator Campbell relating to the persons authorized or appointed to exercise the power
- Cruz, testifying on behalf of the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office, the Office of the Governor
- To really launch this program, we believe that "Made in Texas" is a very powerful global brand.
Bills:
HB2226 , HB2269 , HB2343 , HB2760 , HB3621 , HB4079 , HB4204 , HB4518 , HB4531 , HB4555 , HB4850 , HB4876 , HB4903 , HB4996 , HB5122
Keywords:
construction trust funds, Property Code, Chapter 162, construction payments, mechanics lien, contractors, subcontractors, laborers, material suppliers, materialmen, real property improvement, assignment of payment rights, unpaid trust funds, trust fund beneficiaries, construction industry, payment protection, Texas construction law, property owners association, landscaping, grass maintenance
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
An oversight hearing to examine Native American education, focusing on Federal programs at the U.S. Department of Education. Apr 2nd, 2025 at 01:30 pm
Indian Affairs Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- It can be a powerful tool, but it does not supersede a statute, and it certainly does not supersede a
- One of the president's innate powers, regardless of whether he's in office or not, this president in
- In this case, what he is proposing is no more powerful than a firmly worded tweet.
- and I've had a really good conversation with the Secretary of Interior when he as a North Dakota governor
Committee:
Senate Indian Affairs Committee
Keywords:
Native education, Department of Education, federal funding, testimony, treaty obligations, public schools, educational policies, Indigenous students
Summary:
The meeting focused on the responsibilities of the U.S. Department of Education towards Native students, highlighting the importance of federal education programs that satisfy treaty obligations to Native communities. Various witnesses testified about the impact of educational policies designed to support Native students who primarily attend public schools. Concerns were voiced over recent proposals that could potentially undermine these programs, citing the role of federal funding in ensuring successful educational outcomes for Native youth. The chair of the committee emphasized the need for continued federal support and attention to the unique educational challenges faced by Indigenous populations.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- general funds is appropriated for projects prioritized by the House and the Senate members and the Governor
- And Senator, you said there's going to be, is it trails and river access and campsites and power and
- We defined renewable energies, and we have defined what percentage of that power must be available to
- We have shut down. certain types of power because we decided it wasn't the right. Mr.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Transportation Feb 4th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- This report will be submitted to the governor and the legislature every 3 years beginning 6/30/2026.
- I think we need to continue to power FDOT to do the great work that they're doing.
- Hey, the power that's needed for all of the different it.
- Hey, the power that's needed for all of the different electric transportation is going to be current
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 3/25/25
Commerce Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> review uh as mentioned the governor review uh as mentioned the governor signed<00:56:42.520><c>
- Where was the governor in 2019 with a plan to get at this problem?
- Representative Heintzeman said there's been fraud since 2019; where was the governor?
- Representative Heintzeman said there's been fraud since 2019; where was the governor?
- Representative Heintzeman said there's been fraud since 2019; where was the governor?
Committee:
House Commerce Finance and Policy
Keywords:
Medicare, health insurance, supplement policies, preexisting conditions, medical assistance, premium classification, real estate, appraisers, disciplinary actions, sanction matrix, Minnesota Statutes, continuing education, out-of-state, licensing, commerce, fraud prevention, automobile theft, law enforcement, insurance crimes, 1183
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session-Day 4, February 12, 2026-PM
Wyoming Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And we'll start with section one, Office of the Governor.
- governor? governor? Questions<01:10:51.760><c> or</c><01:10:52.080><c> discussion?
- But that discussion came from the governor.
- So from the agency that the governor.
- </c> Pacy Corp Rocky Mountain Power account. Pacy Corp Rocky Mountain Power account.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Ways and Means (01/28/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- The message we sent today is simple: we believe in the power of businesses to drive prosperity, and we
- of businesses to drive prosperity power of businesses to drive prosperity and<00:51:21.079><c> we</c
- I... be uh governor for one term Craig Benson be uh governor for one term Craig Benson uh<00:52:27.799
- </c> BET came to exist was that Governor BET came to exist was that Governor Merill<00:52:50.960><c>
- <03:15:00.279><c> to</c><03:15:00.399><c> cut</c> power to cut power to cut spending<03:15:03.319><c>
Summary:
The committee held a public hearing on HB 135, introduced by Representative Michael Harrington. He said the bill would codify a portion of the New Hampshire Constitution to bar New Hampshire businesses from being required to collect sales or use taxes for other states unless Congress mandates it, arguing that the U.S. Supreme Court’s Wayfair decision created an onerous compliance burden for businesses. He described the patchwork of state and local sales tax rules, thresholds, and product exemptions as extremely complex and said the bill was intended to push the issue back toward Congress and the courts.
Members questioned whether the bill’s reference to a “foreign government” would apply to other U.S. states, whether the proposal would conflict with the Supremacy Clause, and whether it would create standing for businesses to challenge Wayfair. Harrington responded that “foreign government” meant any government other than New Hampshire, that he believed the state could challenge the decision in court by passing a law contrary to Wayfair, and that businesses were already being harmed by compliance costs. Some members raised concerns about whether the bill was an unfunded mandate or simply a private compliance burden, and Harrington argued that the state itself would not be collecting the taxes, but businesses would still face recordkeeping and administrative costs.
Sam Garland of the Department of Justice then testified. He said the department was not taking a formal position on the bill, but offered technical comments. Garland acknowledged that Wayfair created significant compliance burdens and noted that states have become somewhat more uniform, with all states now having a $100,000 economic nexus threshold, though not all use the 200-transaction threshold and local tax variation remains substantial. He said the department’s concerns were legal, describing the issue as uncharted constitutional territory involving both vertical and horizontal federalism. No vote or final action was taken during the hearing.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-03-10 (11:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I thank You for our Governor. I pray that You bless him today, bless his family.
- They helped me understand the power and importance of local and state government.
- Watching from the Tower of No Power as Representative Dr.
- I think it's very powerful when I get to attend a Hindi prayer and sit on the floor.
- I think it's powerful and important and transformational.
Summary:
The House convened with prayer, a moment of silence for Army Sergeant Benjamin Pennington, the Pledge of Allegiance, and quorum and journal business before taking up the special order calendar. Several bills were explained and moved through amendment and final passage, including CS/SB 590 on the statute of limitations for mandatory reporters’ child-abuse reporting violations, which was clarified on the floor to apply prospectively only and passed 111-0. CS/SB 418 on law enforcement interactions with individuals with autism spectrum disorder was amended to align with the House version and passed 111-0. The chamber also recognized Spina Bifida Week and guests in the gallery before considering additional measures.
Members then passed CS/CS/SB 1668 on the Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Association (NICA), described as preserving the program’s actuarial soundness, by a 112-0 vote; CS/SB 1246 on the Linking Industry to Nursing Education Fund, expanded to support broader health science education programs and non-health-care partner contributions, by 112-0; CS/CS/SB 1404 on memory care facility standards by 111-0; CS/CS/SB 1030 on recovery residences, including transfer-of-ownership and MAT-related provisions, by 168-0; CS/CS/SB 178 on athletics in public K-12 schools, allowing limited coach support for student welfare with parental consent and other guardrails, by 112-0; CS/CS/SB 422 on automatic dependent surveillance broadcasts, limiting use of ADS-B data for airport billing, by 108-2; and CS/CS/SB 598 on funeral, cemetery, and consumer services, modernizing licensure and exclusivity rules, by 111-0.
The House also took up CS/SB 1134 on official actions of local governments and DEI-related restrictions. The sponsor argued the bill would prohibit counties and municipalities from official DEI actions and related funding while preserving numerous exceptions for holidays, observances, public safety, and other activities. Members asked extensive questions about how the bill would affect local programs, events, and offices, and Representative Gant offered an amendment to narrow the bill’s DEI definition by removing two prongs; debate centered on vagueness, enforcement, and local-government impacts. The transcript cuts off during consideration of that amendment, so no final action on the bill is shown. The session also included lengthy farewell remarks from Representatives Eskamani and Overdorf, reflecting on their service, staff, constituents, and policy priorities.
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS House Floor - 18 March, 2026; 10:00 AM
Mississippi House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- group is aptly named Empowerment because if the mayor of Oxford's involved in it, there's lots of power
- c><00:27:21.279><c> there's</c><00:27:21.440><c> lots</c><00:27:21.679><c> of</c><00:27:21.840><c> power
- </c> involved in it, there's lots of power. involved in it, there's lots of power.
- So, this bill can go to the governor. Questions? Seeing none, open the machine.
- So, this bill can go to the governor. governor. governor. >> Questions?
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
Judiciary, Division B - Room 409, 25 February, 2026; 9:00 A.M.
Judiciary, Division B
Transcript Highlights:
- think the concept here, and we're trying to be fair to a tenant who does not have the negotiating power
- a tenant who does not have the fair to a tenant who does not have the negotiating<00:28:12.000><c> power
- the</c><00:28:13.360><c> ability</c><00:28:13.760><c> to</c><00:28:14.000><c> pay</c> negotiating power
- nor the ability to pay negotiating power nor the ability to pay the<00:28:16.399><c> utility</c><00:
- </c> in good faith and that the governor in good faith and that the governor signed.<00:57:55.680><c>
Committee:
Joint Judiciary, Division B
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Rules and Administration - 01/30/26
Rules and Administration
Transcript Highlights:
- The things that can be changed are the powers that are given to the chair.
- can</c><00:11:58.959><c> be</c><00:11:59.600><c> uh</c><00:11:59.920><c> the</c><00:12:00.160><c> powers
- that are given that can be uh the powers that are given to<00:12:01.040><c> the</c><00:12:01.200><c>
- And the cost part of this is, uh, we learned that the governor was going to proceed with an executive
- So, the governor has put out the executive order earlier this week in which only those with a permit
Committee:
Senate Rules and Administration
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Health and Human Services - Part 1 - 03/24/26
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- broken Even a snowstorm, a burst pipe, a broken furnace,<01:15:03.120><c> or</c><01:15:03.320><c> power
- outage can throw child furnace, or power outage can throw child care<01:15:05.200><c> centers</c><01
- <01:26:44.280><c> and</c><01:26:44.880><c> uh</c><01:26:45.360><c> um</c> governor and uh um governor
- Surge brought to our communities, whether it was, you know, as some of our colleagues said, the governor
- and mayor, or the said, the governor and mayor, or the president<01:31:57.640><c> and</c><01:31:58.200
Committee:
Senate Health and Human Services
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
HOU-EIG, HOU DEFER, HOU DEFER, HOU Public Hearings 02-05-2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So the Commission on Salaries just addresses the governor, the lieutenant governor, the cabinet, and
- So the commission on salaries just addresses<00:38:23.920><c> the</c><00:38:24.160><c> governor,</c><
- the governor, the lieutenant governor,<00:38:25.680><c> the</c><00:38:25.839><c> cabinet,</c><00:38:
- 26.560><c> and</c><00:38:26.800><c> then</c><00:38:27.200><c> by</c> governor, the cabinet, and then
- by governor, the cabinet, and then by individual<00:38:28.720><c> statutes,</c><00:38:29.680><c> they
Summary:
The committees heard testimony on five housing-related measures. SB 2232 would create a three-year tiny home grant pilot program within HHFDC, with annual reporting to HHFDC and the Legislature; testimony was mixed, and the bill was later recommended for passage with amendments, including a full-time housing development specialist, a residential-use-only restriction for the tiny homes, and a blanked appropriation. SB 2192 would bar county down-zoning that reduces housing capacity unless equivalent capacity is added elsewhere in the county; it drew support from housing advocates and comments from planning officials, and was also recommended for passage with amendments. SB 2378 would clarify insurance requirements for single- and multifamily projects seeking expedited county permitting; engineers and housing groups supported it, while one testifier opposed it, and it was recommended for passage with a technical amendment. SB 2524 would appropriate funds to the City and County of Honolulu for housing-related departments to comply with prior acts; the Honolulu department supported it, and members asked about prior spending and funding sources. SB 2398 would require residential housing utility availability maps; the Honolulu Board of Water Supply opposed the bill as written, citing infrastructure security, accuracy, liability, and administrative burden concerns, while supporters said it would improve transparency for developers. The chair proposed amendments to make the maps broad and geographic rather than parcel-specific, remove contested-case and reliance provisions, allow disclaimer language, and change the date; the bill was then recommended for passage with amendments, with one member noting reservations. All five measures were ultimately passed out of committee with amendments, with votes recorded and some members excused.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Environment and Agriculture (02/14/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- The power was in knowing that I had access to the information, not that I necessarily had specialized
- multitude of resources and get that that that information<00:30:09.960><c> the</c><00:30:10.120><c> power
- </c><00:30:10.360><c> was</c><00:30:10.480><c> in</c><00:30:10.640><c> knowing</c> information the power
- was in knowing information the power was in knowing that<00:30:11.000><c> I</c><00:30:11.120><c> had
- has already P passed some governor has already P passed some legislation<00:37:59.359><c> that</c><00
Summary:
The subcommittee work session focused on HB 153, a bill intended to improve law enforcement response to animal cruelty cases. The bill’s sponsor explained that the proposal would require one sheriff or deputy and one state trooper in each county to receive specific training in animal cruelty laws so they could serve as knowledgeable resources. The sponsor described real-world examples where agencies were unclear about jurisdiction, veterinary involvement, and response protocols, arguing that better training was needed because animal cruelty cases can require quick action and many towns do not have animal control officers.
Jerry Sorenson, a retired UNH professor and longtime animal cruelty instructor, described the existing training structure at Police Standards and Training. He said recruits receive a required two-hour introductory block at the academy, while additional animal cruelty materials and a more comprehensive online resource library are available through the Benchmark system for certified officers. He noted that the older two-day in-service course he taught was more detailed and guided, but the current online materials are more of a self-study resource and are not mandated for in-service officers. He also said the committee could track usage through Benchmark analytics.
Kurt Arenberg of the Humane Society of the United States and Rob Johnson of the Farm Bureau both supported the goal of ensuring a trained law enforcement contact is available statewide, but they questioned whether assigning one trained officer per county would be the best way to achieve it. They emphasized the need for a real-time response and for officers to know where to find help and guidance, rather than expecting one person per county to handle all cases. Vincent Greco of State Police said the agency is willing to help and has handled animal cruelty matters, but he said one trooper per county would not realistically meet the goal given coverage demands and vacancy rates; he suggested broader access to resources and training may be more effective. Representative Freeman asked how cases are handled now and was told State Police responses generally follow standard criminal investigation steps, with assistance from animal control, veterinarians, and other resources when available. No vote or final action was taken during the work session.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 3 on Education Finance May 19th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- It's not huge in the context of your total Proposition 98 package, but it is a powerful way to hedge
- But it is a powerful way to hedge against future drops and avoid backpedaling on ongoing programs.
- So we'd recommend you deposit at least as much into the reserve as the Governor proposes.
- In many cases, this Governor has some very specific proposals for things that we think, well, maybe we
- And two, as they are doing this, while a governor in a state has been provided the authority to really