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MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Higher Education - 04/09/26

Higher Education

Transcript Highlights:
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  • Uh, we are a student-centered education policy advocacy organization.
  • </c><00:10:21.440><c> has</c> The Office of Higher Education has The Office of Higher Education has tracked
  • </c><00:12:26.920><c> to</c> funds the Office of Higher Education to funds the Office of Higher Education
  • </c><00:17:26.640><c> in</c> our students, for higher education in our students, for higher education
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Agenda Mar 4th, 2026

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • In House Education Committee, and we are going to begin.
  • They are still an LEA, an education agency, but they are not a school district.
  • And the purpose of education is to maintain, to get young people educated so that they can maintain that
  • You know, Idaho has an education directive that's embedded in our Constitution.
  • Article 9, Section 1, and find out why we have education in Idaho. Thank you.
Summary: The House Education Committee first considered RS 33118, which would repeal Idaho Digital Learning Academy’s current statutory framework. Rep. Elaine Price argued the program had expanded beyond its original rural purpose, had weak oversight, and was costly, while several members objected that IDLA serves both rural and urban students and provides a high-quality, cost-effective option. After discussion, the motion to introduce the RS failed on a tie vote. The committee then heard RS 33604, a more limited proposal from Rep. Doug Pickett to preserve IDLA for rural districts while changing its board, adding audits and transparency, limiting virtual charter participation, and reducing “double dipping.” Supporters called it a middle-ground approach; opponents said it still cut funding too sharply and did not fully account for the program’s value. The committee voted to introduce the RS, with the motion passing on a narrow roll-call vote. Finally, the committee took up House Bill 794, which would require student walkouts or absences for political protest to be treated as unexcused absences and reported to state officials. The sponsor said the bill was meant to protect instructional time and clarify attendance rules, while opponents argued it would chill student speech, burden schools, and conflict with parental rights and constitutional protections. Testimony was split between supporters who viewed the bill as a reasonable attendance rule and opponents, including students, parents, school board representatives, and advocacy groups, who defended walkouts as civic engagement. After debate, the motion to send the bill to the floor with a due pass recommendation failed on a tie vote.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Higher Education - 02/19/26

Higher Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • New Senate Council for Higher Education.
  • New Senate Council for Higher Education.
  • So go students have existed for quite some time and higher education. This is not a new phenomenon.
  • Over the past several years, ghost students have existed for quite some time in higher education.
  • higher education itself.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

November 5, 2025 - 03:30 PM

Transcript Highlights:
  • I HAVE RECONVENED FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AT AN EMERSON EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OFFICE SCHOOL CHOICE
  • THE SCHOLARSHIP IS NOT A PRIVATE SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP, IT'S A TRUE EDUCATION SAVINGS ACCOUNT, HALF THAT
  • POPULATION BABY IN A PRIVATE SCHOOL, THE OTHER HALF IS A HOME EDUCATION POPULATION AND EVEN STUDENTS
  • THERE ARE TWO PRIMARY MEANS FOR SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS TO BUY THEIR EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES AND PRODUCTS.
  • , WE MAKE THEM PROVIDE THE EDUCATIONAL BENEFIT FOR THE STUDENTS, IT SURE IS NOT BEING RECLASSIFIED AS
FL

Florida 2026 4th Special Session

January 29, 2026 - 12:30 PM

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Education Administration Subcommittee will now come to order. Kindle, please call the roll.
  • I'm a former educator of Alicia County Schools. I'm also a veteran. And in my time, we're...
  • In my time working in Volusia County Schools, I started out as a special education teacher.
  • I just have a question about the Department of Education.
  • Will the Department of Education publish annual reports on the program's effectiveness?
Summary: The Education Administration Subcommittee heard and advanced six bills. The first, PCS/HB 1073 by Rep. Koster, would give individual school board members timely, free access to district documents and budget information, require agendas and supporting materials to be kept as public records, and prohibit school districts from requiring or incentivizing nondisclosure agreements. Testimony from a Volusia County school board member and a former educator described difficulty obtaining records and concerns about NDAs; some members raised chain-of-command concerns, while others argued the bill was needed for transparency. The bill passed 15-3. The committee then approved HB 4049, a local bill for Jacksonville/Duval County that changes how the Duval County School Board’s attorney is selected, and OGSR/HB 7021, which extends and clarifies the public-records exemption for education examination and assessment instruments through 2031. HB 4049 passed 17-1 after debate over whether the board should use the city’s general counsel process; HB 7021 passed unanimously with no debate. Members also approved CS/HB 753 on school counselors, which removes certain certification barriers while keeping degree and counseling requirements in place and allows districts to choose whether to require the removed certificates. Supporters said the bill could help address counselor shortages and free counselors to focus on students; it passed 18-0. Finally, HB 157 created a School Teacher Training and Mentoring Program for D- and F-rated schools, using high-performing current or retired teachers as mentors with stipends funded from an existing allocation. Members discussed mentor limits, funding, and oversight, but the bill passed unanimously, 18-0. The meeting adjourned after committee members recognized visiting officials and students.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • Conference committee report on House File 4252, an act relating to higher education.
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  • </c><00:08:07.880><c> policy</c> members of our higher education policy members of our higher education
  • </c><00:09:28.120><c> policy</c> the Office of Higher Education policy the Office of Higher Education
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Keywords: 1183, house
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/10/2026 - House Floor Session

Arizona House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Education. HB 479, charter schools closure. Education. HB 483, bailable offenses requirement.
  • Education and Judiciary. HB 4106-1, Arizona Fellowship. Education and Appropriations.
  • Education. HB 4109, safety school procedures classification. Education.
  • Education. HB 4114, board members qualification requirement. Education.
  • Education. HB 2857, technical correction national government.
Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, guest introductions, and a proclamation recognizing February 2026 as American Heart Month, with Representative Willoughby emphasizing CPR and AED readiness. Members also welcomed students and guests from Wilcox Christian School, the Arizona State Fair Association, and other visitors. The chamber then handled routine business including attendance, journal approval, committee assignments, and first and second readings of numerous bills. The Committee of the Whole considered several measures, including HB 2016, HB 2133, HB 2223, HB 2459, HB 2501, and HB 2785. Most received do-pass recommendations after brief explanations and amendments. HB 2785, a major tax conformity bill, drew the most debate: supporters said it would align Arizona law with federal tax changes, prevent taxpayers from having to amend returns, and provide certainty during filing season, while opponents argued it would create a large revenue loss and benefit corporations and the wealthy without a clear funding plan. The committee adopted the Ways and Means amendment to HB 2785 by a 31-22 division vote, and the bill ultimately received a do-pass recommendation. Back on the floor, the House adopted the Committee of the Whole report and sent HB 2016, HB 2133, HB 2123, HB 2459, HB 2501, and HB 2785 to engrossing. In third reading, HB 2029, HB 2120, HB 2126, and HB 2131 passed, while HB 2045 failed on a 19-36 vote and then failed again on a reconsideration motion by 25-27. Members then made several personal privilege remarks about legislative process, representation, and Black History Month, and the House adjourned until the following Wednesday afternoon.
FL

Florida 2026 4th Special Session

February 3, 2026 - 08:00 AM

Education & Employment Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The education The Employment Committee will now come to order. Kendall, please call the roll.
  • The first is CS/HB 1115 by Representative Anderson, Grants for Genetic Counseling Education.
  • And education.
  • Educational workforce development for inmates by Representative Kendall.
  • A tagline that I use on a pencil is that an education can never be erased.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Agriculture committee considers HF653 2/17/25

Transcript Highlights:
  • sort—but really start to identify what are their financial and economic needs that relates to our education
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  • education base uh certainly<00:02:41.319><c> in</c><00:02:41.519><c> specialty</c><00:02:42.000><c>
  • </c><00:15:35.360><c> to</c><00:15:35.600><c> that</c> it relates to their education to that it relates
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Keywords: 1183, house
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Education Feb 24th, 2026 at 04:00 pm

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • The House Education Committee will come to order. Good afternoon.
  • Second Substitute Senate Bill 5969 requires the statewide online system for individualized education
  • The Education Committee is at ease for the purpose of caucus.
  • The House Education Committee is back in order for the purpose of executive session.
  • With that, the House Education Committee is adjourned.
Keywords: 904, all
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

February 24, 2026 - 08:30 AM

Education & Employment Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Education and Employment Committee will now come to order. Kendall, please call the roll.
  • As this committee knows, Florida Virtual School is Florida's online distance education for our citizens
  • HB 753, School Counselors, removes two of the educator certificate requirements: the mastery of general
  • certificate requirements, the mastery of general knowledge and professional preparation and education
  • Next up: PCS for CS for HB 1325, Linking Industry to Nursing Education Fund, by Representative Booth.
Summary: The Education and Employment Committee heard and voted on several education-related bills. HB 129 on Florida Virtual School was presented as a cleanup bill responding to audit-related statutory updates; it would remove priority language, allow all Florida students and eligible overseas military dependents access, clarify teacher employment/retirement status, permit local schools to administer required exams, and authorize direct support organizations. The bill drew support from Seminole State College and Florida Virtual School and was reported favorably 15-0. HB 423 on student elopement, sponsored by Reps. Eskamani and Tramont, would require schools to establish safety teams and procedures to prevent and respond to elopement by students with autism or similar needs. Testimony from the Autism Society of Greater Orlando and a student advocate emphasized safety risks and the need for clear school protocols. Members spoke strongly in support, and the bill passed unanimously 16-0. CS for CS for HB 753 on school counselors removed two certification barriers, kept the master’s degree requirement, and aligned evaluations with Florida school counseling standards; school counselor groups and several members argued it would help address counselor shortages and workload issues. It also passed unanimously 16-0. The committee also approved CS for CS for HB 1253, which would let school-employed coaches use up to $15,000 per team per year of personal funds to support student-athletes with items like food, transportation, therapy, and rehabilitation, with an amendment requiring written parental consent. Several members raised concerns about liability, fairness, and guardrails, but the bill passed 17-0. PCS for CS for HB 833 on private school facilities would allow small private schools of 150 students or fewer to locate in commercial or mixed-use zoning without rezoning and to use certain existing buildings if fire and life-safety standards are met; members discussed traffic, school zones, and proximity to dispensaries, and it passed 15-0. PCS for CS for HB 1325 on the Linking Industry to Nursing Education Fund clarified matching contributions, allowed use of funds for expansion or modernization of existing space, and permitted two-year awards; it passed 16-0. Finally, CS for HB 1437 on conversion charter schools created dispute-resolution options over facility maintenance and, via amendment, allowed capital outlay funding if the charter assumes full maintenance responsibility; despite some opposition, it passed 13-3. The committee then adjourned.
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

October 7, 2025 - 03:30 PM

Transcript Highlights:
  • I AM MOLLY WELLER AND ON THE DEPUTY DIRECTOR POLICY AND REIMAGINING OF EDUCATION AND CAREER HEALTH OFFICE
  • IN FLORIDA, THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION IS THE STATE APPRENTICESHIP AGENCY WITH THE U.S.
  • WE PARTICIPATE IN BIWEEKLY MEETINGS WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION OFFICE OF APPRENTICESHIP AND WE
  • EDUCATION IN LESS THAN ONE YEAR.
  • SO A SHIFT AWAY FROM LONG-TERM EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAMS.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

04/27/2026 - House Floor Session

Arizona House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Gutierrez amendment didn't have anything related to education.
  • Education. He'll have a chance to vote on it in committee.
  • Chairman, we have a State Board of Education. We have a Department of Education.
  • We have a Department of Education. We have a Department of ...have a State Board of Education.
  • They provide education on firearm safety.
Summary: The House convened, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the journal, and heard introductions of guests. Members then adopted several procedural motions, including extending the second regular session, suspending the seven-bill limit for Representative Livingston on budget-related measures, and requesting the Senate return SB 1786 on artificial intelligence content verification for reconsideration. The House also moved into Committee of the Whole to consider calendar items. In Committee of the Whole, the House recommended do pass on SB 1057, SB 1171, SB 1424, and SB 1515, while retaining SB 1178 on the calendar. SB 1171, dealing with fingerprinting and fraud prevention in health and human services, was amended and received supportive comments about accountability and Medicaid fraud. SB 1424, concerning firearm safety instruction in schools, drew extensive debate: a proposed Gutierrez amendment modeled on “Christian’s Law” to require secure firearm storage measures was defeated by division vote 23-31, and the bill itself was defended as age-appropriate firearm safety education while opponents argued it was an unfunded mandate, a parents’ rights issue, and an improper burden on schools. SB 1515, creating a public safety parity fund for DPS and corrections bonuses from rainy-day fund interest, was amended and recommended do pass. The House then considered an additional Committee of the Whole for SB 1552, adopted a floor amendment, and recommended the bill do pass as amended. In third reading, SB 1021 failed 22-35, while SB 1215, SB 1345, SB 1456, and SB 1493 all passed, with SB 1345 drawing a floor explanation about an added regulatory requirement for health care facilities. The House also received first readings of several appropriations bills and announced a special Joint Appropriations Committee hearing on the budget the next morning before adjourning until Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Legislative Session Day 46 Feb 26th, 2026

Idaho House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 784 by the Education Committee: an act relating to education, amending Chapter 16, Title 33
  • House Bill 785 by the Education Committee: an act relating to education, amending Chapter 5, Title 33
  • Household number 784 by Education Committee and Act relating to Education, amending Chapter 16, Title
  • Houseball number 75 by Education Committee and Act relating to Education, amending Chapter 5, Title 33
  • Houseball number 76 by Education Committee and Act relating to Education, amending Section 33802 Idaho
Summary: The House convened with 66 members present, approved the journal, and received a Senate message transmitting enrolled House Bill 504 to the Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee for delivery to the Governor. Committee reports followed, including several bills recommended do pass and referred to the appropriate committees or calendars, along with House Bill 562 being placed on general orders without objection. During third reading, the House first took up House Joint Memorial 14, which urges federal agencies to advance water-storage research and planning in Idaho, including small and medium reservoir feasibility, basin studies, and a long-term goal of 750,000 acre-feet of new storage by 2100; it passed by voice vote and was sent to the Senate. The House then passed House Bills 676, 737, 615, 683, 684, 645, 703, 560, and 637, with recorded votes on several measures. The bills addressed geothermal utility water-right planning, consolidation of state agency functions, disturbing the peace at religious services, sex-offender residency clarification, reimbursement for counties retrieving escaped prisoners, portable benefits for independent contractors, consolidation of DOPL disciplinary provisions, allowing prospective jurors to serve as poll workers, and recognizing foreign gold and silver coin as legal tender in Idaho. House Bill 637 passed on a narrower 55-13 vote; the others passed with larger margins. Members also agreed to hold the remaining third-reading bills one legislative day. In announcements, committees scheduled upcoming meetings, the Energy Caucus and construction industry reception were noted, and members were reminded to submit amendments before the next general orders calendar. The House then adjourned until 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 27, 2026.
NY

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York State Senate Session - 02/25/2026

New York Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Calendar 207, Senate Print 6227, Senator Martinez, an act to amend the Education Law.
  • &gt;&gt; CALENDAR 207, SENATE PRINT 6227 SENATOR MARTINEZ, AN ACT TO AMEND THE EDUCATION LAW.
  • Calendar 307, Senate Print 78, Senator Liu, an act to amend the Education Law.
  • They set the education policy, and they also select the Commissioner of Education.
  • In some states, they — the Commissioner of Education is elected in an election.
Keywords: 993, senate, all
Summary: The Senate opened with an invocation focused on memory, gratitude, and recognizing the unseen people who sustain public life, then approved the prior day’s journal and moved through introductions of guests, including domestic violence advocates, medical scholars, and student advocates. Senator Webb’s Resolution 1633, designating February 23, 2026 as Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Day, was adopted after remarks describing the scope of domestic violence in New York and the need for more survivor services. The chamber also adopted memorial Resolution 1558 honoring Margaret D. Williams, a vocalist, public servant, and community leader, and Resolution 1630 marking the 20th anniversary of Park and Public Lands Advocacy Day, with comments emphasizing the health and community benefits of parks and green space. The Senate then took up a series of bills on the calendar, passing measures including amendments to the Environmental Conservation Law, Labor Law, Education Law, Administrative Code of New York City, General Municipal Law, Tax Law, Cannabis Law, and Executive Law. Senator Ramos explained her support for the labor bill as the Anti-Waiver of Employment Rights Act, which would prevent employers from forcing workers to waive labor and human rights protections in applications or onboarding documents. Several bills were passed by wide margins, while some were laid aside for the day. The chamber also restored Senate Print 438 to the third reading calendar after reconsideration. A contested amendment to Calendar 234, Senator Comrie’s Executive Law bill, was ruled non-germane by the chair; Senator Walczyk appealed, arguing the amendment addressing the state energy code and all-electric building mandate was relevant to housing costs, but the Senate voted 20 to sustain the chair’s ruling. The underlying bill was then returned to the non-controversial calendar and passed. Finally, the Senate adopted a concurrent resolution electing two members to the Board of Regents, with supporters praising the nominees’ experience and critics objecting to the limited vetting time; the resolution passed 42-15. The Senate then adjourned until Thursday, February 26 at 11:00 a.m.
FL

Florida 2026 5th Special Session

FL House Floor Session - 2026-02-25 (5:00PM Session)

Florida House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • SB 844 updates Florida law to ensure that education on sickle cell disease is included in both controlled
  • Licensed physicians and nurses must complete a one-time, two-hour board-approved continuing education
  • Senate Bill 606, drowning prevention education, which passed unanimously through all of its assigned
  • It tasks the Florida Department of Health with developing... ...birthing educators.
  • It tasks the Florida Department of Health with developing standardized educational materials, which at
Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and observed a moment of silence for former Senator Charlie Dean. The chamber also received several introductions, including guests from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and visiting Polk County students. After routine business, the Senate took up a special order calendar, temporarily postponing several bills including measures on Citizens Property Insurance, artificial intelligence, public records, and data centers. The Senate then passed a series of bills, most by unanimous or near-unanimous votes. Approved measures included SB 198/HB 505 on virtual currency kiosks, which creates registration, disclosure, transaction-limit, warning, receipt, and fraud-refund requirements; SB 382 on electric bicycles, which adds pedestrian-yield rules, speed limits near pedestrians, and creates a micro-mobility safety task force; SB 844 on sickle cell disease continuing education for certain health professionals; and SB 1014 on municipal utility service, which bars cities from denying water or wastewater service outside city limits solely because the owner refuses annexation. Each of these bills was explained by the sponsoring senator, amended as needed, and passed on recorded votes. The Senate also passed SB 428, expanding the state swimming lesson voucher program from ages 0-4 to ages 1-7 and adding drowning-prevention education for new parents through a merged amendment with related language; senators from both parties spoke in support, emphasizing child safety and autism-related drowning risks. Additional bills passed included SB 540 on Office of Financial Regulation cybersecurity and oversight changes, SB 1440 on related public-records and cybersecurity exemptions, and SB 1594 to protect veterans’ benefits received on behalf of foster children by directing those funds toward post-secondary education or aftercare rather than agency reimbursement. Final votes were largely 36-0 or 37-0, with SB 1440 passing 35-1. At the end of the session, the Rules Chair moved to waive rules so all bills passed that day would be immediately certified to the House and all temporarily postponed bills would remain on the special order calendar. The Senate then adjourned until the next morning for committee meetings and other business.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security Mar 18th, 2025

Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security

Transcript Highlights:
  • SB 1528 on educational opportunities for military children by Senator Collins.
  • SB 1528 on educational opportunities for military children by Senator Collins.
  • So SB 1528 is educational opportunities for military children.
  • This training will equip educators with the necessary tools to facilitate a smoother transfer of educational
  • This bill honors their sacrifices and guarantees quality education for their children.
Summary: The Military and Veterans, Space, and Domestic Security Committee met with a quorum and heard several bills focused on veterans, military families, and aerospace. SB 684 by Sen. Avila would let certain Florida Retirement System members buy military wartime service credit under updated eligibility dates and expand the definition of wartime service to include recent operations such as New Dawn, Inherent Resolve, Freedom Sentinel, and Enduring Sentinel. Veterans and first responders testified in support, and senators said the bill corrects an outdated gap. The committee voted the bill favorably. The committee then took up SB 1528 by Sen. Collins on educational opportunities for military children. The bill strengthens coordination between school districts and military installations and requires DOE training modules for school staff working with military families. An amendment removing a sunset provision was adopted, and three Hillsborough County students who helped develop the idea testified in support, describing research on military-family school transitions and the need for staff training on the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children. The committee reported the bill favorably as amended. SB 910 by Sen. Collins, on veterans benefit assistance, was amended and reported favorably. As amended, it allows veterans to work with professional claims advisors while adding consumer protections, including fee caps, bans on initial/nonrefundable and referral fees, required disclosures, and limits on use of veterans’ login credentials. Sen. Collins and others argued the federal VA claims process is too slow and confusing and that veterans need both help and safeguards. The committee also approved SB 1464 by Sen. Wright, which expands FDVA outreach through digital, print, social media, and in-person efforts and requires public events and annual reporting, and SB 1516 by Sen. Wright, which creates an international aerospace innovation fund administered by Space Florida to support partnerships with international aerospace companies. All measures were reported favorably, and the committee adjourned at the end of the meeting.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations Committee on Pre-K - 12 Education Feb 4th, 2026

Appropriations Committee on Pre-K - 12 Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Appropriations Committee on Pre-K-12 Education will now come to order.
  • SB 920, Mathematics Education, by Senator Gates, will be temporarily postponed.
  • Florida's educator compensation statute in 1012.22 was rewritten more than a decade ago to emphasize
  • It restores meaningful use of cost-of-living adjustments for educators with direct student contact.
  • The Committee on Education Appropriations will come back to order.
Keywords: 999, senate, all
Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Pre-K-12 Education met and first temporarily postponed SB 920, the mathematics education bill. The committee then took up SB 1216 on public school personnel compensation, with Senator Rodriguez explaining that the bill would give districts more flexibility in educator pay by restoring meaningful cost-of-living adjustments for teachers with direct student contact, allowing districts to recognize relevant advanced degrees, and removing rigid performance-pay caps. Several senators spoke in support, emphasizing teacher retention, compensation, and the need to invest more in education. The bill was reported favorably by a unanimous roll call vote. The committee next heard SB 1036 on school counselors, presented by Senator Calatayud, which aims to address counselor shortages by removing certification barriers tied to classroom teacher requirements and expanding the pool of eligible applicants. Testimony and discussion focused heavily on the shortage of counselors, high student-to-counselor ratios, and the impact on academic guidance and student mental health. Students and a veteran teacher described limited access to counselors, overburdened staff, and the need for more support personnel; Senator Osgood also noted the role of BRACE advisors and broader student support needs. The bill was reported favorably as CS for SB 1036 by unanimous vote. During the counselor bill discussion, senators also reflected on access and equity in college and career advising, with comments about the need for more efficient use of counselor time and better outreach from Florida colleges. The meeting ended after members recorded their votes on the two bills and, with no objection, adjourned.
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Children and Senior Advocacy Committee Feb 19th, 2025

Children and Senior Advocacy

Transcript Highlights:
  • I have been to these education conferences; in fact, my good friend, Representative Drummond, goes to
  • ... and Virginia have done, educating students and parents about how to safely use social media is a
  • I don't have a problem with diverting some of the money to education.
  • So, I'm working with the Department of Education because they are... ...Department of Education because
  • The focus on education and evidence-based resources is something we welcome as well.
Bills: HB235, HB276, HB285
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Civil Law and Procedure May 18th, 2026

Civil Law and Procedure

Transcript Highlights:
  • I feel almost that we have neglected our duty as educators to educate our young people.
  • We have neglected our duty as educators to educate our young people.
  • I feel almost that we have neglected our duty as educators to educate our young people.
  • We have neglected our duty as educators to educate our young people.
  • I have a responsibility to educate our young people.
Bills: SB389, SB525