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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- that's relating to the creation of a temporary educator certificate for educators certified by other states
- Board of Education to be an employee of the Texas Education Agency for the purpose of receiving state
- schools by adding focused instruction on local and state civic process.
- state seal of bilingualism and biliteracy for public high school students.
- This bill creates the Texas state seal of bilingualism and biliteracy.
Bills:
HB178
Committee:
House Public Education
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 092 Apr 15th, 2026
Colorado Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> shortage in this state. shortage in this state.
- </c> transit projects throughout the state. transit projects throughout the state.
- </c> into state practice. into state practice.
- </c><05:40:44.560><c> Local</c> the state of Colorado. Local the state of Colorado.
- </c> the state treasurer. Ask for a no vote. the state treasurer. Ask for a no vote.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- billion in landowner payments, and, uh, we love doing business here in Texas, um.
- Well, that's, that's, I grew up in Livingston, East Texas over there.
- Um, this is a problem that's not only happening in El Paso, it's all across the state.
- The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality administers the Texas Clean School Bus Program as part
- of the Texas emission reduction Plan.
Bills:
HB205
Committee:
House Environmental Regulation
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, February 23, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Pennsylvania State Grange honored him in 1987 as the Pennsylvania State Granger of the Year.
- THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE GRANGE HONORED HIM IN 1987 AS THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE GRANGER OF THE YEAR.
- The gentleman from Texas is recognized. >> Mr.
- THE GENTLEMAN FROM TEXAS IS RECOGNIZED. >> MR.
- The gentleman from Texas is recognized. >> Mr.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Apr 24th, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation
- Let's give them and their families a warm welcome from the State Assembly. Welcome.
- works and see firsthand the role of state government in shaping our communities.
- So it is part of the fabric of this state. It is an unspeakable tragedy.
- So it is part of the fabric of this state. It is an unspeakable tragedy.
Summary:
The Assembly convened after a quorum call, heard a prayer honoring Pope Francis, and then proceeded through routine motions, guest introductions, and floor business. Members welcomed several groups, including youth art contest winners, local city officials for Cal Cities Week, emergency dispatchers and 9-1-1 youth heroes, a school group from Northridge Community School, and Sheriff Michael Johnson. The body also handled procedural actions such as re-referring bills, withdrawing AB 16 from Appropriations because it was no longer fiscal, and allowing committees to notice bills pending re-referral.
On the floor, Assembly Concurrent Resolution 44, proclaiming April 20–26 as California Cities Week, was adopted by voice vote after opening the roll for co-authors. The Assembly then passed several bills, including AB 793 on dog dangerousness proceedings and AB 533 reauthorizing health care districts’ use of design-build for health facility construction, both by unanimous roll call. AB 764, which would add mute swans to the list of exotic non-game birds that can be legally managed, also passed unanimously. House Resolution 32, recognizing Cambodian Genocide Memorial Week, drew extensive remarks from multiple members about the historical tragedy and the Cambodian American community; it was adopted by voice vote after 70 co-authors were added, followed by a moment of silence.
The consent calendar was then taken up and adopted 69-0, including AB 369 and a series of other bills and resolutions. The session concluded with an adjournment in memory of Officer Paul Philip Jordan, a longtime LAPD officer who served the Hollywood community, and the House adjourned until Monday, April 28 at 1 p.m.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- This particular class of people never incur consequences beyond a state jail felony.
- Peace officers across the state of Texas have been under assault by individuals wanting to do harm simply
- of Texas.
- I just want to thank you on behalf of the people of the state of Texas. I appreciate that.
- House Bill 1871 sends a clear and necessary message: Texas stands with its law enforcement.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Education Mar 24th, 2026
Joint Committee on Education
Transcript Highlights:
- deliberations on legislation that affects career and technical education programs from across the state
- in ensuring that these opportunities continue to grow and thrive here in Quincy and throughout the state
- Quincy Public Schools CTE staff are trained, experienced, and state-certified.
- Perkins will overview the MyCAP initiative, a new state initiative.
- For those of you who might not be familiar, the state is divided into regions, and each region has its
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on Education
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Education held an informational hearing at Quincy Public Schools focused on career and technical education (CTE) and related legislation. Committee members said the visit was intended to gather input for ongoing statewide efforts to expand awareness and access to CTE, especially in middle school, improve equipment and facilities, and strengthen coordination with workforce partners. Quincy administrators described the district’s CTE system, including 15 Chapter 74 programs at Quincy High School and four at North Quincy High School, enrollment of about 1,360 students, updated DESE-aligned frameworks, safety practices, business electives, and funding supported by the district budget plus state, federal, and local grants.
Presenters highlighted work-based learning, industry credentials, and partnerships with employers, unions, Quincy College, MassHire, and advisory committees. Examples included co-op placements, internships, clinical placements, Military Mondays, Credit for Life, Skills Capital and Perkins-funded equipment upgrades, and a planned engineering Chapter 74 application at North Quincy. Assistant Superintendent Aaron Perkins also outlined the district’s MyCAP college-and-career planning initiative and its goal of creating a vertically aligned readiness model beginning in the middle grades.
Students Ellie Crump, Emily Infantino, and Alexander Liu testified about their pathways in welding, early education and care, and healthcare technology, describing hands-on learning, certifications, clinical or shop experiences, and postsecondary plans. Committee members praised Quincy as a model for integrating CTE with general education and said the testimony would inform future legislation. No votes were taken; the hearing concluded with a motion to adjourn and unanimous agreement.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you for this great state and these members who are willing to serve.
- And now the Texas flag. I honor the Texas flag.
- I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one nation under God. Thank you.
- And now the Texas flag. I honor the Texas flag.
- I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one nation under God.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nominations of Dean Sauer, of Missouri, to be Solicitor General of the United States, and Harmeet Dhillon, of California, and Aaron Reitz, of Texas, both to be an Assistant Attorney General, all of the Department of Justice. Feb 26th, 2025 at 09:15 am
Senate Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- of the United States.
- Francisco agreed stating that the Solicitor General General is a lawyer representing the United States
- or the people of the United States.
- And so your client will, in fact, be the United States government and the United States of America and
- Association of Texas, a letter from the Chairman of the Board of Regents at Texas Southern University
Committee:
Senate Senate Judiciary
Keywords:
Department of Justice, nominations, Assistant Attorney General, civil rights, enforcement, committee discussion
Summary:
The meeting covered important discussions surrounding key nominations in the Department of Justice, specifically for the roles of Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights and the Office of Legal Policy. Various committee members took turns to express their views on the nominees, emphasizing the implications of their potential confirmation on civil rights enforcement in the country. Alongside the committee discussion, the nominees provided insights into their professional backgrounds and how their experiences align with the responsibilities of the positions for which they have been nominated.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, July 16, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Raider Nation and the great state of Texas.
- </c> West Texas. West Texas.
- </c> across Texas. across Texas.
- the people of Texas.
- </c> States get paid in crypto. States get paid in crypto.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
April 14, 2025 - 02:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- We heard from the Department of Education that just about 50% of our students in the state of Florida
- We have a lot of military children, and you have families that are coming from out of state who have
- revise the definition of economically disadvantaged from 150% of the federal poverty level to 65% state
- revise the definition of economically disadvantaged from 150% of the federal poverty level to 65% state
- We would shut down this state, we would be in special session, and we would be figuring out how we're
Summary:
The Pre-K Through 12 Budget Subcommittee met with a quorum and took up three bills, along with a brief budget conference-prep presentation. The first bill, CS/HB 1483 on school grading and student supports, would gradually align Florida’s school grading scale with the familiar A-F student grading scale over a 10-year glide path, add school report card transparency on the percentage of students reading at grade level, expand interventions for students with substantial reading and math deficiencies through VPK through grade 8, and create a competitive grant for diverse books in K-5 classrooms and libraries. Supporters argued the current school-grade scale is misleading and that the bill would improve transparency and supports; some members raised concerns about impacts on turnaround schools, community perception, and whether the bill adequately captures student gains. The bill passed 12-2 and was reported favorably.
The committee then considered CS/HB 859 on the School Readiness Program, which revises the definition of “economically disadvantaged” for eligibility purposes. The bill originally moved from 150% of the federal poverty level to 65% of state median income, but three amendments were adopted to create a glide path and reduce fiscal impact by using 50% of state median income or 150% of poverty, whichever is greater, and by deleting an obsolete section. Public testimony was overwhelmingly supportive, emphasizing child care as workforce infrastructure and a lifeline for working families. The bill passed unanimously, 14-0, and was reported favorably.
Finally, CS/HB 1607 on cardiac emergencies in schools would require AEDs in every Florida school, including charter schools, require CPR/AED training, and create a pulse-saving plan with rulemaking authority for the State Board of Education. Proponents cited alarming statistics about sudden cardiac arrest on campuses and argued that rapid AED access can save lives; supporters from the American Heart Association, PTA, and cardiology groups backed the measure. Members spoke in strong support, and the bill passed unanimously, 14-0, and was reported favorably. The meeting ended with a budget presentation explaining that House and Senate FY 2025-26 budget, appropriations project, and proviso side-by-sides had been distributed ahead of conference, followed by adjournment.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- So you can go to a grocery store and buy Texas quail eggs that are ungraded or Texas duck eggs that are
- I'm with the Texas Poultry Federation, and we are opposed to SB 1864.
- And in that closing, I said, um thank you all very much. um, grading is anybody in the state of Texas
- , and unfortunately it has happened here in Texas.
- But that aspect is right now currently today in the state of Texas anybody can sell eggs into retail.
Committee:
House Agriculture & Livestock
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- So I think owning a camp or managing a business, period, if it’s with the state of Texas, it’s a privilege
- We're sorry to lose you for the state of Texas, but it is apparent that there were major breakdowns.
- We're sorry to lose you for the state of Texas, but it is apparent that there were major breakdowns.
- So I guess, bottom line from my perspective is, you know, the people of the state of Texas... ...the
- How could people of the state of Texas trust that?
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Conference Committee on SF3045 5/9/25
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm State Representative Jenny Cleorne. I serve as the co-chair of State Government in the House.
- </c> applicable to state grant recipients. applicable to state grant recipients.
- And the money would be State.
- </c> also some provisions in the state St. also some provisions in the state St.
- The state auditor, the Office of Secretary of State, and the attorney general's office.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Texas Ethics Commission Feb 11th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- But, in the opinion, it states that this is not a lobby communication. Mr.
- She's a State Board of Education member or he doesn't work there.
- A former state officer who participated on behalf of a state agency in a procurement or contract matter
- Previous advisory opinions have stated...
- Should it be the Texas Fining Commission? Had nothing to do with that.
Summary:
The Texas Ethics Commission convened at 9:03 a.m. and held an executive session, reconvening at 10:18 a.m. During the meeting, the Commission approved a settlement agreement with Michael Quinn Sullivan, ending ongoing litigation. The agreement involved Sullivan dropping his legal challenges regarding a civil penalty previously imposed by the Commission. The Commission also announced personnel changes, including the departure of the director of enforcement, Marie Prim, and the appointment of Jordan Hun as interim director.
The Commission discussed outside counsel contracts, approving the addition of Bickerstaff, Heath, Delgado, Acosta LLP to their pool of qualified vendors. They scheduled their next meeting for September 23rd and approved minutes from previous meetings. The agenda included several rulemaking items, with three rules adopted and five proposed for publication in the Texas Register. Notably, amendments to Chapter 20 regarding reporting contributions and expenditures were approved, as well as changes to lobbyist registration thresholds in Chapter 34, which were proposed for publication.
The Commission also addressed advisory opinions, adopting several, including one regarding political advertising by charter schools and another concerning the revolving door prohibition for former state employees. Appeals for administrative waivers and reductions of fines were considered, with several fines waived or reduced based on individual circumstances. Lastly, the Commission discussed policies related to alternative dispute resolution and clarified responsibilities between the Commission and staff, concluding the meeting at 11:15 a.m.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband Mar 24th, 2025
S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband
Transcript Highlights:
- What barriers exist in the state of Texas that prevent us from connecting every Texan?
- And how do programs at the state and federal levels, like a short fee, fund this initiative?
- If you can state your name and your affiliation for the record. Thank you.
- I'm a professor at the University of Texas. Excellent. Welcome, and you may begin. Thank you.
- These are the ones we see all the time. which is a standard that the state of Texas or the broadband
Committee:
House S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> let them know that their state let them know that their state recognizes<00:15:47.680><c> the</c
- </c> lengths to come to the United States lengths to come to the United States into<00:15:57.120><c>
- The ren the state of Minnesota.
- </c><00:52:02.160><c> Chair,</c> our state. So with that, Mr. Mr. Chair, our state.
- </c> to reach people across the state. to reach people across the state.
Committee:
House Legacy Finance
Keywords:
cultural heritage, funding, White Earth Nation, tribal community, construction, Delano, sesquicentennial, community events, fall of Saigon, Saigon anniversary, Vietnam War commemoration, Vietnamese Minnesotans, Cambodian Minnesotans, Lao Minnesotans, Southeast Asian refugees, Asian American heritage, cultural heritage fund, Minnesota Humanities Center, Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans, equity funding
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Legislative Session Day 34 (2-25-26)
Kentucky House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- There are 39 states that provide statewide tuition waivers to senior citizens, and the other 11 states
- There are 39 states that provide statewide tuition waivers to senior citizens, and the other 11 states
- There are 39 states that provide statewide tuition waivers to senior citizens, and the other 11 states
- There are 39 states that provide statewide tuition waivers to senior citizens, and the other 11 states
- </c><00:57:30.559><c> have</c> citizens and the other 11 states have citizens and the other 11 states
TX
Texas 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Jul 24th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We thank You, Father, for the wonderful state of Texas, our good governor, and for every one of our legislators
- and Texas Flags.
- Please join me in the pledge of allegiance to the United States and the State of Texas.
- Under the Texas flag, I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state, under God, indivisible. one and
- of Texas.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee 2/11/25
Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> identified by the United States identified by the United States Geological<00:12:32.000><c> Survey
- </c> legislation moves forward the state legislation moves forward the state should<00:41:18.720><c>
- There's the State of Minnesota on state lands and tax-forfeit land.
- Representative Hansen: Peter Larson, maybe. any state land as that land is is leased any state land as
- </c><00:45:11.160><c> lands</c> it were to take place on on state lands it were to take place on on state