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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Health and Human Services REVISED Apr 20th, 2026 at 02:00 pm

Health and Human Services

OK
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Health and Human Services REVISED Apr 20th, 2026

Health and Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, House Bill 3720 raises the threshold for gross sales from $75,000 to $250,000 for sale of local
Bills: HB1979 , HB1225 , HB3931 , HB4454 , HB3849 , HB1746 , HB3720 , HB4275 , HB4300 , HB3586 , HB2268 , HB3755 , HB4117 , HB4294 , HB3650 , HB4298
Committee: Senate Health and Human Services
Keywords: early childhood education, task force, governance structure, healthcare access, stakeholder engagement, quality services, vital records, birth certificate, birth registration, biological sex, sex designation, male, female, nonbinary, gender identity, X marker, transgender, vital statistics, State Department of Health, State Commissioner of Health
Summary: The Senate Health and Human Services Committee first considered the nomination of Christy D. Fisher to the Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Senator Stanridge presented her as a lay member with legal and paralegal experience, and Fisher spoke about her family’s experience with speech therapy and autism-related speech needs. After brief questions, the committee advanced the nomination on an 8-2 vote. The committee then heard several bills, including measures creating an Early Childhood Task Force (HB 1979), clarifying that Oklahoma has always prohibited sex-to-gender-identity amendments on birth certificates (HB 1225), and establishing a process for correcting death certificates after one year (HB 3931). Members also advanced a bill restricting edible medical marijuana products from being attractive to children (HB 4454), updating the mentoring program for children of incarcerated parents (HB 3849), and allowing juvenile safety plans to take effect if not acted on within 24 hours (HB 1746). Other bills addressed local food sales thresholds (HB 3720), allowing case managers and peer support specialists to work for cities and counties (HB 4275), DHS background-check and email-notice updates for child care centers (HB 4300), and a clarification that raising a child consistent with biological sex is not child abuse and that adoption cannot be denied solely over refusal to support a gender transition (HB 3586). The committee also advanced bills on Medicaid reimbursement for dementia cognitive assessments and care planning (HB 2268), juvenile detention medication funding (HB 3755), family resource centers including faith-based and workforce organizations (HB 4117), epilepsy insurance coverage protections (HB 4294), extending the managed care rate floor to July 1, 2028 with a carve-out for multi-state contracts (HB 3650), and child care reforms raising subsidy co-pays and directing DHS to set more flexible master-teacher ratios for certain facilities (HB 4298). Several bills were amended or worked from committee substitutes, and most passed on unanimous or near-unanimous votes, with HB 1225, HB 3586, and HB 4294 drawing some opposition. The committee adjourned after noting it would likely meet again later for additional executive nominations.
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AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Finance and Taxation Education Committee Feb 11th, 2026

Finance and Taxation Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • . >> Then they'll run the sales tax against a dollar-three transaction. >> Oh. >> So now you are saying
  • [laughter] >> Then they'll run the sales tax against a dollar-three transaction. >> Oh. >> So now you
  • Senator Wagner. >> SB 190 is a sales tax exemption bill for a entity called Advancing Sight Network.
  • >> Uh, we got a sub. >> Hold on. >> SB 190 is a sales tax exemption bill for a entity called Advancing
Bills: HB151 , HB152 , HB138 , SB221 , SB190 , SB69 , SB225 , SB272 , HB151 , HB152 , HB138 , SB221 , SB190 , SB69 , SB225 , SB272
Committee: Senate Finance and Taxation Education
Keywords: fire chaplains, distinctive license plate, firefighter, volunteer service, criminal penalties, sales tax exemption, baby supplies, baby formula, maternity clothing, menstrual hygiene products, pregnancy, pregnant defendant, incarceration, jail intake, pregnancy test, bail, pre-incarceration probation, supervised probation, electronic monitoring, electronic supervision
TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Ways & Means Apr 21st, 2025

Ways & Means

Transcript Highlights:
  • A portion of that gets paid in sales tax.
  • tax sale.
  • That's a notice of town. sale that is mailed.
  • This is not about the responsibility of marketplace provided to collect and the sales tax on the sales
  • That we already handle most or all other sales taxes.
Bills: HB19 , HB30 , HB851 , HB1663 , HB1681 , HB1769 , HB1937 , HB1979 , HB2428 , HB2433 , HB2825 , HB3159 , HB3424 , HB3486 , HB3487 , HB3504 , HB3605 , HB3879 , HB3994 , HB4382 , HB4752 , HB5444 , HB5446 , HB5447 , HB3199 , HB4847 , HB19
Committee: House Ways & Means
Keywords: local government debt, property tax, ad valorem tax, bond election, certificate of obligation, anticipation note, school district tax rate, voter-approval rate, debt service cap, municipal finance, county bonds, flood control district, hospital district, public works, tax transparency, property tax notice, November uniform election date, general obligation bonds, local debt reform, taxpayer notice
TX
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Transportation Apr 17th, 2025

Transportation

TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Transportation Apr 17th, 2025

Transportation

NY
NY

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York State Senate Session - 02/11/2026

New York Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • $194 million in tax revenue, with increasing next year fiscal budget to the point where actually the sale
  • to the distances that are Applicable for these licenses for cannabis, as opposed to in the retail sale
  • So I don't necessarily assume that there is a major difference Other than sensitivities around the sale
  • of alcohol versus the sale of cannabis, as long as it is legal sales. >> The sponsor yields. >> With
  • regard to the use of the Cannabis after the sale, as opposed to the use of alcohol after the sale, you
Keywords: 993, senate, all
Summary: The Senate first handled routine business, approving the prior journal and taking up several messages and motions. A Rules Committee report was accepted on Senate Print 915, a Cannabis Law bill, and the chamber then moved to debate that measure on the controversial calendar. The bill was described by supporters as clarifying how distances are measured for adult-use cannabis dispensaries near schools and houses of worship, with the sponsor saying it would create statewide consistency and provide clearer direction to the Office of Cannabis Management. Opponents argued it would weaken protections for children and churches, reward agency mistakes, and allow dispensaries to be sited closer to school property than intended. After extended debate, the Senate passed the bill 36-23. The cannabis debate centered on whether the bill merely clarifies legislative intent or substantively changes the law. Supporters said the current language left measurement methods undefined and that the bill would help legal dispensaries, reduce confusion, and push back illicit stores. Opponents said the original law already protected school grounds and houses of worship, and that the new language would allow dispensaries to abut school playgrounds, fields, or church-related property in some cases. Several senators also raised concerns about youth exposure, public consumption, local zoning, and the performance of the Office of Cannabis Management. After the vote, the Senate returned to the calendar and passed additional measures, including Calendar 121 (Public Authorities Law), Calendar 170 (Public Health Law), and Calendar 190 (Labor Law), each by comfortable margins. The chamber also adopted a resolution package honoring Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School’s boys cross country team and girls field hockey team for state championships, with Senator Tedisco introducing the guests. Later, the Senate passed Senate Print 6990A, the Civil Voice Law, which requires state agencies to conduct exit interviews for employees who resign or retire. Supporters said the bill would improve accountability, morale, and retention by standardizing a way to hear from departing workers. The bill received affirmative explanations of vote from Senator Jackson and others, and the Senate continued through the calendar after its passage.
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NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

Senate Children and Family Law (03/19/2026)

Children and Family Law

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c> behalf of their underage child a felon? behalf of their underage child a felon?
  • </c> hearing on HB1 1460 prohibiting the sale hearing on HB1 1460 prohibiting the sale of<01:53:51.840
  • We're stopping the sale of children's sensitive data.
  • ><c> children's</c><02:02:10.880><c> personal</c> banned the sale of children's personal banned the sale
  • That's not necessarily a sale under our statute.
Committee: Senate Children and Family Law
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
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MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Commerce Jan 14th, 2026 at 08:00 am

Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • Also, to be clear, the federal law has set the age of sale for tobacco sales to 21.
  • So that's my sales pitch for it.
  • This is just cost of collections for the park sales tax as the sales tax goes up.
  • Page 43 is the same thing for the soil and water sales tax.
  • We've got a better number here based on their sales.
Committee: House Commerce
Keywords: 959, house, all
MA
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Ways and Means Mar 9th, 2026

Joint Committee on Ways and Means

Transcript Highlights:
  • Notably, DOS regulates the sale of gasoline and sets standards for the inspection of...
  • Notably, DOS regulates the sale of gasoline and sets standards for the inspection of fuel dispensing
  • The cannabis industry has now surpassed $10 billion in combined cumulative sales since it was approved
  • This amount includes upgrades to METRC, which is the seed-to-sale software utilized by the industry.
  • But the other side of the coin is, you know, obviously we're concerned about young children underage
Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Ways and Means
Keywords: 1212, all
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US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hearings to examine children's safety in the digital era, focusing on strengthening protections and addressing legal gaps. Feb 19th, 2025 at 09:15 am

Senate Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • These dangers extend beyond child exploitation to drug access with platforms facilitating the sale of
  • Finally, I introduced a third bill called the App Store Accountability Act, which would prevent underage
  • Design of an algorithmic recommendation by online platforms contribute to the facilitation of drug sales
Committee: Senate Senate Judiciary
Keywords: child safety, Big Tech, CSAM, legislation, online exploitation, bipartisan, social media
Summary: The committee meeting focused on the pressing issues surrounding child safety online, with a particular emphasis on recent legislative efforts aimed at curbing child sexual exploitation and harmful content accessible through social media platforms. Senators engaged in a heated discussion regarding the implications of Big Tech's lobbying efforts against vital bills such as the Stop CSAM Act and the Kids Online Safety Act. Noteworthy testimonies highlighted real-life impacts of online dangers, including tragic cases of child exploitation and drug-related fatalities linked to social media interactions. The bipartisan nature of the committee's commitment to address these issues showcased a collective determination to make the digital environment safer for the younger generation.
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NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Judiciary Feb 14th, 2026 at 09:36 am

House Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • We have handouts for you that show these are all current products for sale by Cannabis Control Division
  • respectfully ask the committee to consider narrowing this bill so it targets the highest risk products and sales
  • These are products for sale by licensed businesses in New Mexico right now.
  • And Kratom actually is one of the largest poison control calls that underage people engage with in New
Bills: HB294 , SB40 , SB43 , SB35
Committee: House House Judiciary
Keywords: cannabis, cannabis packaging, cannabis labeling, cannabis regulation, Cannabis Control Division, adulterated cannabis, artificial color additive, food dye, youth appeal, minor appeal, child-resistant packaging, black-and-white packaging, edibles, product labeling, consumer protection, marijuana, hemp, dispensary, licensed cannabis business, cannabis manufacturer
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AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee Mar 18th, 2026

Judiciary

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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations and Budget 2nd Revision: HB1782 (Moore) laid over. Added to 3/4 A and B Full agenda Mar 3rd, 2026 at 04:30 pm

Appropriations and Budget

Transcript Highlights:
  • of Oklahoma, House Bill 1242 expands the list of livestock animals for which agriculture products sales
  • It is on sales tax, but excise tax, they're still charging you the higher amount. Ifuggue.
  • Our heated cigarettes are currently available for sale in Oklahoma.
  • I believe cigarettes are available for sale in the state of Oklahoma.
  • The cigarettes that are under discussion are not currently available for sale in Oklahoma.
Bills: HB1242 , HB1250 , HB1590 , HB1752 , HB1979 , HB1983 , HB2952 , HB2961 , HB2967 , HB2973 , HB2988 , HB3031 , HB3047 , HB3052 , HB3066 , HB3086 , HB3175 , HB3177 , HB3178 , HB3240 , HB3404 , HB3429 , HB3548 , HB3638 , HB3671 , HB3704 , HB3759 , HB3831 , HB3904 , HB3920 , HB3944 , HB3969 , HB3973 , HB3975 , HB3976 , HB3978 , HB3983 , HB3984 , HB4092 , HB4118
Committee: House Appropriations and Budget
Keywords: HB1242, cervidae, deer, elk, sales tax exemption, agricultural exemption, livestock, ranching, farm tax, agricultural sales tax, Oklahoma Tax Commission, agriculture, producer sales, private treaty, special livestock sale, tax relief, farm products, rural economy, local law enforcement, Public Safety Technology Revolving Fund
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AR

Arkansas 2026 Regular Session

GIRLS STATE May 28th, 2026

GIRLS STATE

Transcript Highlights:
  • So you said that you would approve of parents buying the pills over the counter for their underage minor
  • ...parents buying the, like, pills over the counter for their underage minor?
  • skills is to help them get a head start if they are wanting to while they're still in school and underage
Committee: All GIRLS STATE
Keywords: 1204, all
CA
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session May 28th, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • He violently raped at least nine women, most of them underage, in the Fresno Tower District, a place
  • He violently raped at least nine women, most of them underage, in the Fresno Tower District, a place
  • Assembly Bill 1720 by Assemblymember Haney, an act relating to sales.
  • What happens is the tickets go on sale. Scalpers come in and take as many of them as they can.
  • Again, ...as the tickets go on sale, scalpers come in and take as many of them as they can, often creating
Keywords: 988, house, all
WA
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Transportation Jan 21st, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • A manufacturer or distributor of new e-bikes offered for sale or distribution in the state must permanently
  • Many jurisdictions like ours are navigating issues with underage riders operating e-motorcycles.
Summary: The Transportation Committee held public hearings on three bills. HB 2307 would update the commute trip reduction program by removing the current 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. arrival-time requirement from key definitions, so more employers and shift workers could qualify for CTR benefits. The bill sponsor and several supporters, including Microsoft, transit and transportation nonprofits, local transportation management groups, and city representatives, said the change would modernize the program, improve equity, reduce congestion, and help workers with transportation costs. No one testified in opposition. HB 2374 would distinguish electric-assisted bicycles from higher-powered electric motorcycles, clarify labeling and equipment rules, and direct DOL to convene a work group on enforcement and consumer protection. The sponsor and many supporters, including cities, trail and park organizations, Washington Bikes, and several students, said the bill would address unsafe high-powered vehicles being marketed as e-bikes, especially those used by younger riders, while preserving access to true e-bikes. Some testifiers asked for additional work group members and suggested civil enforcement options for underage riders. HB 2379 would require WSDOT to suspend tolling on facilities that serve as evacuation routes during emergencies such as wildfires or levee breaches. The sponsor said the bill was prompted by constituents facing evacuation while tolls were still being charged; staff noted the fiscal impact would be indeterminate and could reduce toll revenue during suspensions. After the hearings, the committee took executive action on two bills. It adopted proposed substitute H-2771 for HB 1823, which cleans up Transportation Improvement Board provisions and removes obsolete language while retaining remaining bond authority. It also passed HB 2111, which directs interest earned from toll revenues for the Interstate Bridge project to be credited to that project. Both actions were approved by voice vote, 27-0, with two members excused.
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ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Agenda Feb 26th, 2026

Agricultural Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • It does not control online sales. Local agencies have no practical way to enforce it.
  • don't want to put words in your mouth, but are you thinking that if we add regulation around even the sale
  • We know age limits don't stop underage drinking or smoking, so why would they work here?
  • We don't allow the sale of opium or other opioids because they are scheduled by the DEA.
  • Not for sale to persons under 21.' We would also oppose prohibition on a private cause of action.
Committee: Senate Agricultural Affairs
Summary: The committee first approved a motion to reorder the agenda, hearing a presentation from the Idaho Grape Growers and Wine Producers Commission before taking up Senate Bill 1282. Commission representatives reviewed the history and current size of Idaho’s wine industry, noting about 65 wineries, 1,300 acres of vineyards, and three AVAs. They described challenges including county land-use restrictions, water supply concerns in the Treasure Valley, and labor shortages, while also highlighting marketing, education, and specialty crop grant funding. A vineyard owner testified that the industry requires significant upfront investment and manual labor, but said commission-funded education has improved grape quality and supported growers. The committee then heard extensive testimony on S.B. 1282, which would create a kratom consumer protection framework. Senator Nichols and supporters said the bill would preserve access to natural kratom while banning adulterated or synthetically enhanced products, requiring testing, labeling, age restrictions, and clearer supply-chain accountability. Supporters included kratom users, business owners, and industry representatives who said the bill would protect consumers, distinguish natural leaf products from high-potency 7-OH derivatives, and provide needed standards without banning kratom outright. Several witnesses described personal benefits from kratom for pain, recovery, or avoiding opioids, and some said responsible regulation was preferable to prohibition. Opponents, including family members of people who died after using kratom, law enforcement, and addiction medicine professionals, argued that natural kratom itself can be dangerous and addictive and that the bill would not adequately protect the public. They urged either a full ban or broader restrictions, criticized the bill’s low civil penalties and prohibition on private causes of action, and said age limits and labeling would not be enough. Committee members questioned witnesses closely about deaths, testing, liability, and whether the bill should cover natural kratom as well as 7-OH. No vote was taken during the hearing, but Senator Nichols said the bill sponsor was open to amendments, including raising the purchase age, increasing penalties, and revisiting the private right of action provision.
ID
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Agenda Feb 26th, 2026

Agricultural Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • It does not control online sales. Local agencies have no practical way to enforce it.
  • don't want to put words in your mouth, are you thinking that if we add regulation around even the sale
  • We know age limits don't stop underage drinking or smoking, so why would they work here?
  • We don't allow the sale of opium or other opioids because they are scheduled by the DEA.
  • Not for sale to persons under 21.' We would also oppose prohibition on a private cause of action.
Committee: Senate Agricultural Affairs
Keywords: 989, all
TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Committee on Education K-16 (Part I) Apr 8th, 2025

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • I was still underage, but no one reported it outside the school.
  • including the principal, knew that he claimed he was in a relationship with me while I was still underage
  • We have responsible setback requirements for the sale of alcohol, sexually oriented businesses, and even
Bills: SB604 , SB843 , SB1636 , SB2395 , SB571 , SB1224 , SB1832 , SB2392 , SB747 , SB2623 , SB2624 , SB2185
Committee: Senate Education
Keywords: bonds, education funding, Texas Permanent School Fund, financial transparency, speculative rating, school funding, deferred maintenance, tax revenue, education budget, school districts, education, finance, Texas Education Code, misconduct, child abuse, educators, investigation, criminal offense, education law, suspension