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AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Ways and Means General Fund Committee Apr 9th, 2025
Ways and Means General Fund
Transcript Highlights:
- In the section... 1143144 that governs this benefit.
- This bill simply amends that code section which allows and authorizes them.
- excess thereof may be used for the following: to pay for project and project costs as defined in section
- ... projects costs as defined in section 41-10-541 to pay debt services on bonds issued by the Alabama
Committee:
House Ways and Means General Fund
Keywords:
firefighter benefits, occupational disease, line of duty, disability pension, death benefits, retirement benefits, hypertension, heart disease, respiratory disease, cancer presumption, HIV, hepatitis, municipal firefighters, state firefighters, fire districts, workers' compensation, public safety employees, post-retirement benefits, benefit eligibility cutoff, occupational illness
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- programs or statutory allotments under the FSP contrary to the statutory proration formula provided. by Section
- statutory language, with the existing TEA Rider 19 and then also the Texas Government Code, check it out, section
- Alleman with Disability Rights Texas, here in favor of House Bill 500, specifically with regard to Section
- So I've lived a life with the SHARS and I'm here to thank you and support this bill, especially Section
Committee:
House Appropriations
Keywords:
appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, state budget, mental health funding, education funding, infrastructure improvements, public safety, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, 1184, house, all
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, so we are concerned with certain sections of SB 1660 that would seem to create a process that would
- Uh so we are concerned with certain<00:13:02.079><c> sections</c><00:13:02.399><c> of</c><00:13:02.760
- ><c> SB1660</c><00:13:03.760><c> that</c><00:13:04.000><c> would</c> certain sections of SB1660 that
- would certain sections of SB1660 that would seem<00:13:04.480><c> to</c><00:13:04.639><c> create</c><
Committee:
House Tourism
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Health Policy Mar 4th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Madam Chair, the language in the bill imposing if requirements are into sections of the law.
- Section one talking about nursing program applications and nursing program approvals, which the entire
- And the language is in sections where they have exempted themselves all the way back in 2010 last thing
- Any find that could otherwise be issued under the existing section for 8.8. Thank you.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
JDC, JDC DEFER Public Hearings 02-19-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Okay, so then we'll delete the proposed new provision in section 47, 467 B-1, 12.5a.
- 00:04:47.000><c> in</c> propos the proposed new provision in propos the proposed new provision in section
- <00:04:47.520><c> 47</c><00:04:48.120><c> 467</c><00:04:49.000><c> B-1</c> section 47 467 B-1 section
Summary:
The Judiciary Committee held a decision-making-only agenda and voted on a series of bills, mostly following the chair’s recommendations. Measures passed unamended included SB 1202 on allowing campaign funds for child care and dependent care costs, SB 30 requiring all moped drivers to wear helmets, SB 55 requiring state administrative rules to be posted in a digitally accessible and searchable format, SB 106 on pedestrian conduct more than 200 feet from a crosswalk, SB 344 requiring helmets for skateboard users under 16, SB 849 increasing penalties for harming native species, SB 1337 clarifying Stadium Authority quorum rules, and SB 268 reducing the size of island burial councils and removing certain membership requirements. SB 1511, which prohibits vessels longer than 75 feet from entering Honay Bay, was also adopted, though the transcript includes some inconsistent wording about whether it was amended.
Several bills were approved with amendments. SB 1048 on solicitation of funds from the public was amended to remove a ministerial exception and to require certain charitable organizations and fundraising platforms to file written contracts with the Department before commencing solicitations. SB 109 was amended so that, in specified circumstances, the ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi version of a law would be binding when the law was originally drafted in English, translated into Hawaiian, and later amended. SB 66 on county building permits was amended to add a bad date, April 23, 2057. SB 1312, deferred to the 10 o’clock agenda, clarified that “profits from prostitution” includes money or property received from prostitution proceeds even if characterized as reimbursement or debt repayment; it was also passed with amendments.
The committee also adopted a recommendation to pass SB 55 and other measures with the noted excused absences of Senator Gabbard and, at times, other members. Throughout the meeting, no major opposition was recorded beyond one member voting no or with reservations on some bills, and the chair repeatedly announced that the recommendations had been adopted. The meeting concluded after the 10 o’clock agenda, with notice that the committee would meet upstairs for later agendas with WHAM.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Agriculture, Acequias And Water Resources Feb 4th, 2025
House Agriculture, Acequias And Water Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- State, and we actually are hiring somebody for our Ruidoso office, which has not been staffed by our section
- As we get into Section E, I'm with you for the first couple of lines, so your new language reads that
- , right, the intro to Section E. this resting of land to maintain its capacity to produce agricultural
- year for which determination is required is made of eligibility for the land to be valued under the section
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- and issuing advisory opinions regarding Part 3 of Chapter 112, Florida Statutes, and Article II, Section
- The commission recommends that the definition of relative found in section 112.9 be amended to include
- The commission recommends that the definition of relative found in section 112.9 be amended to include
- It became effective on December 31, 2022, and can now be found in Article II, Section 8(f)(2) of the
Committee:
Senate Ethics and Elections
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Ethics and Elections convened, established a quorum, and members introduced themselves and the committee staff. Chair Gaetz outlined the committee’s jurisdiction over election law, ethics law, executive appointments, and related confirmations, and described the committee’s process for handling gubernatorial nominations and member concerns about nominees.
The committee then received a briefing from the Florida Commission on Ethics on its 2025 legislative priorities and on implementation of Senate Bill 7014 from the prior year. The commission recommended three changes: expanding the definition of “relative” in the gift law to include current and former foster parents and foster children; authorizing salary withholding to help collect civil penalties and restitution; and adding whistleblower-like protections for people who file ethics complaints. Commission staff also explained how SB 7014 changed complaint processing by requiring allegations to be based on personal knowledge or non-hearsay information and by imposing new deadlines for legal sufficiency review, investigations, and advocates’ recommendations. They said the commission has adapted its intake and review process and is currently meeting the new timelines, though the tighter deadlines may create staffing and scheduling challenges.
Commission counsel also provided an update on two active lawsuits. One challenges the constitutional in-office lobbying ban, and the other challenges the requirement that elected municipal officers and mayors file Form 6 financial disclosure forms. The committee discussed the impact of the new complaint standards, the possibility of litigation if deadlines are missed, and whether local ethics boards are implementing SB 7014 similarly. Members expressed support for the commission’s work and asked for written legislative recommendations and proposed statutory language. No votes were taken, and the meeting ended with a motion to adjourn.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session-Day 11, February 21, 2026-PM
Wyoming House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><01:19:36.800><c> 319</c> going to cut out the section 319 going to cut out the section 319 portion
- Section one being 13 through 28. Correct. Okay, please proceed. Mr.
- Speaker, so on division one, which is the deletion of section 319, the section 319 actually allowed them
- We'll we'll see another section 319.
- I would like to have the same summary before we start voting on any section of each section so that everybody
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services (02/03/2026)
Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services
Transcript Highlights:
- The whole section should be taken out.
- If you section should be taken out.
- We're violations of these um sections.
- We don't violations of these sections.
- </c> get a lot of calls about these sections. get a lot of calls about these sections.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, but down in the comment section, let's see, maximum fiscal impact. Okay.
- Uh but down in the<00:08:19.520><c> comment</c><00:08:20.000><c> section</c><00:08:21.440><c> um</c>
- There are a lot of states that take different approaches to Section 179, but many either conform very
- c> about</c><00:12:24.320><c> capital</c> section 179 is just about capital section 179 is just about
- </c> employees and I can say that the section employees and I can say that the section 179<00:23:13.840
Committee:
House Ways and Means
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session 4/25/25 - Part 2
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Section 112. Reading of papers.
- Section 112. Reading of papers. Mason. Section 112. Reading of papers.
- </c> section of the bill of arts and culture. section of the bill of arts and culture.
- </c><00:32:09.679><c> You</c> into the humanities section. You into the humanities section.
- they are brand new sections.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Section 2 applies, as it says, regardless of adjudication.
- This also makes Section 9 of the bill consistent with the language in Section 8.
- Is it your intent that the prohibition of funding in Section 1...
- Section 1 creates a broad...
- Code Section 713E2 relating to personal responsibility education.
Summary:
The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, quorum call, and several recognitions, including tributes to former members and law enforcement. The chamber then adopted the special order report and moved to the day’s special-order calendar. Early bills passed unanimously, including CS/HB 401 on FDLE security details for major party nominees for governor and lieutenant governor, CS/HB 1063 on gubernatorial transition procedures, HB 593 on governmental agencies and personnel, CS/CS/HB 655 on confidential attorney-client meetings for local governments in pending litigation, and HB 6011 on ethics gift/honoraria reporting procedures. Each of these measures was explained by sponsors as transparency, security, or administrative process legislation, and each passed 115-116 to 0.
The chamber then took up CS/HB 125, designating October 14 as Charlie Kirk Day of Remembrance. The bill drew extensive and sharply divided debate over whether a state remembrance was appropriate for Kirk, with opponents arguing he was a polarizing political figure and that the House should focus on affordability and other constituent concerns, while supporters framed the bill as a defense of free speech and opposition to political violence. A proposed amendment to replace the designation with a George Floyd remembrance was ruled not germane. After structured debate, the bill passed 82-31.
Members also considered transportation designation measures. SB 628, substituted for CS/HB 885, included multiple road and bridge namings and an amendment designating a 124-mile stretch of State Road 80 as the President Donald J. Trump Highway; the amendment and bill passed 82-26. CS/HB 33 similarly designated portions of roads as Charlie Kirk Memorial Avenue and President Donald J. Trump Boulevard, prompting another lengthy debate over the appropriateness of honoring political figures and the use of public roadways for such designations; it passed 82-30. The House then began debate on CS/HB 35, “Isaiah’s law,” which would add driving without a valid license to the habitual traffic offender list after repeated offenses, with sponsors citing a fatal hit-and-run and opponents questioning prosecutorial discretion and the bill’s practical effects.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:01:55.480><c> of</c> So, today we are asking for a section of So, today we are asking for a section
- This section of Highway 12 is the oldest unimproved section of US Highway within the metropolitan area
- This section of serious safety concerns.
- So, in conclusion, it's our priority in getting this section of highway finished.
- It’s a very unsafe section of road. Okay, thank you, Senator Limmer.
Committee:
Senate Transportation
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- I want to jump to Section 10.
- I want to ask you about a section in the bill. I'm sure you're really familiar with it.
- I want to ask you about a section in the bill. I'm sure you're really familiar with.
- We showed a reenactment of certain sections. It didn't amend any of the law within those sections.
- The section where the record has to be released with the format requested is impossible.
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several recognitions, including interns, Denim Day awareness, and a resolution honoring Vietnam veterans exposed to Agent Orange. Senators also paid tribute to former Senator Karen Johnson Gendron with a moment of silence. The chamber then moved to special-order bills after routine announcements that no committee reports, governor’s messages, or House messages were on the desk.
The first major bill, SB 138/HB 687 on transportation offenses involving death, increased penalties for repeat DUI/BUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide offenses and added warnings and misdemeanor penalties for refusing lawful breath or urine tests. After a brief amendment and questions about attorney rights and prior impairing-substance language, the bill passed 37-0. SB 306 on Medicaid providers followed, requiring broader provider access, including after-hours availability and more primary care access for Medicaid enrollees; it also passed 37-0.
The chamber then took up the major condominium reform bill, SB 1742/HB 913, addressing post-Surfside safety, reserve funding, milestone inspections, budgeting, reserve flexibility, manager regulation, conflicts of interest, and condo sale rescission periods. Senators from both parties praised the sponsors for extensive stakeholder work and the bill passed 37-0 after multiple amendments. The final major item was SB 7016/HB 1205 on constitutional amendments and petition-gathering rules, with sponsors arguing the bill was needed to combat fraud in the 2024 petition process and opponents warning it would burden citizen initiatives. The Senate adopted the House bill and then considered numerous amendments on petition circulator rules, submission deadlines, invalid-signature thresholds, voter notification, and related enforcement provisions; several amendments were adopted, and the substitute was later withdrawn, leaving the chamber to continue on the underlying bill and remaining amendments.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- one it's important to respect to section one it's important to understand<01:59:41.400><c> that</c><
- The amendments in section one are designed to ensure alignment of the application requirements at the
- </c><02:04:15.360><c> three</c> be great under chapter one section three be great under chapter one section
- one and two if read literally sections one and two if read literally suggests<02:10:49.800><c> that<
- So with that, I'd be happy to take any questions. with this section would seem to indicate with this
Committee:
Senate Commerce
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
JHA Public Hearing - Thu Jan 30, 2025 @ 2:00 PM HST
Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- 8313 point2 to Grant the data section 8313 point2 to Grant the data center<01:44:36.520><c> Hawaii</
- 661b would violate amendment to section 661b would violate Hrs<01:57:16.400><c> 662-1220</c> or<01:57
- Thirdly, we'd like to point out that the proposed amendment would also violate section 5, article 7 of
- Basically, I think we need to make some conforming amendments in the purpose section and Section 2A in
- Basically, I think we need to make some conforming amendments in the purpose section and Section 2A in
Committee:
House Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs
Summary:
The House Committee on Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs heard House Bill 4000, the Judiciary’s biennium budget bill for FY 2026-2027. Judiciary Director of Policy and Planning Brandon Kimura testified in strong support, outlining operating requests of about $6.17 million in FY 26 and $6.25 million in FY 27, 17 permanent positions and one temporary position, plus $9.9 million in capital improvements. He described funding needs for specialty courts, preparations for the Wahiawa District Court, an additional district court judge and staff for Kona, cybersecurity upgrades, the Criminal Justice Research Institute, statewide priority items, and restoration of several essential staff positions. He also said the Judiciary was seeking an additional $2 million for the Children’s Justice Center relocation lump sum because updated estimates had risen to about $8 million. The committee also discussed potential impacts from uncertain federal funding and asked for written follow-up on those risks and on the capital request, including coordination with Budget and Finance.
Several organizations and individuals testified in support of the Judiciary budget, including the Hawaiʻi State Bar Association, Legal Aid Society of Hawaiʻi, and legal service providers. Mioko Eto asked for an additional $1 million for civil legal service providers, explaining that the current funding is spread across multiple providers and that the need remains high. David Copper of Legal Aid supported the request, citing statewide demand, 105 staff, 7,100 cases closed in the past year, and 15,000 calls received, while noting that many people seeking help cannot be served because of capacity limits. He also said recent federal funding disruptions and proposed cuts could affect legal services and related programs. Committee members asked about the Criminal Justice Research Institute’s mission; Kimura said its primary statutory role is to build a database focused on pre-trial reporting and data analysis, though it is also working on probation and mental health-related projects. No vote or final action on HB 4000 was taken in the hearing excerpt provided.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Public Health Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:00 am
Joint Committee on Public Health
Transcript Highlights:
- There is more about the content of your bill in your section-by-section packets, which is again in front
- Under the section to allow a minor to consent to preventative care, I guess it's section six, seven,
- of the town where he actually resides, subject to the following section.
- In that context, I will address Sections 6 and 7 of S. 1618, the Community Immunity Act, and advocate
- My mother started attending these sections six years ago, and it piqued my interest in politics.
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on Public Health
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Public Health held a hearing on several vaccination-related bills, including proposals to eliminate non-medical or religious exemptions for school immunizations (notably H. 2554 and S. 1557), a bill to require or improve reporting and administration of immunization data and exemptions (described as the Community Immunity Act, S. 1618), and H. 2431, which would prohibit COVID-19, mRNA, or gene-altering vaccine requirements. The committee also heard testimony on H. 2463, which would classify funeral directors as public health workers for vaccine-priority purposes during emergencies. The chair reviewed testimony rules and repeatedly asked speakers to keep comments orderly and brief so the committee could hear as many people as possible. No votes were taken during the hearing.
Testimony on H. 2554 and S. 1557 was sharply divided. Pediatricians, infectious disease specialists, public health advocates, and groups such as the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Massachusetts Medical Society, March of Dimes, Massachusetts Families for Vaccines, and several parents supported eliminating religious exemptions, arguing that vaccination protects medically vulnerable children and adults, improves herd immunity, and helps prevent outbreaks of measles, pertussis, and other diseases. They cited local school data showing pockets of lower coverage and incomplete reporting, and several speakers referenced outbreaks in other states and the need for stronger, more consistent reporting and exemption management. Opponents argued the bills would infringe on religious freedom and parental rights, force families to choose between faith and education, and unfairly target a small number of families; some also said Massachusetts already has high vaccination rates and that the real issue is incomplete data or the gap population rather than religious exemptions.
H. 2431 drew testimony from supporters who said COVID-era mandates caused job losses, privacy concerns, and harm, and that the bill would prevent future requirements for COVID, mRNA, or gene-altering vaccines in schools, workplaces, and public settings. Supporters described personal experiences with alleged vaccine injury or mandate-related hardship. H. 2463 was supported by the Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association, which argued funeral directors work in infection-facing settings and should be eligible for vaccine priority during public health emergencies. The hearing featured extensive public testimony but no committee action beyond hearing the bills and taking questions from members.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-03-03 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- There may have been a Section 4 in the original bill.
- Section 4 was added at the final committee stop, not originally.
- In Section 5, line 254, the bill prohibits... Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
- However, that same standard is not applied in Section 12.
- That is criminal conduct under that section of the bill.
Summary:
The House opened with prayer, a moment of silence for former member Chester Clem, the Pledge of Allegiance, and quorum confirmation. Members then adopted the special order report for the day and approved a Rules and Ethics Committee report amending House Rule 15.3 to allow fundraising under certain circumstances during extended or special sessions.
The chamber then took up several bills. HB 1405 on a statewide project for missing persons with special needs passed unanimously. CS/CS/CS/SB 290, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services bill, passed 94-10 after debate focused on conservation land surplus procedures and agricultural use of state lands. CS/CS/CS/HB 905, the “Fire Act” on foreign influence, foreign gifts, critical infrastructure, sister city agreements, and related restrictions, passed 80-20 after the House adopted an amendment adding a prohibition on certain surrogacy contracts involving citizens or residents of foreign countries of concern. CS/CS/HB 1197, dealing with information technology procurement and contracting, passed 109-0. HB 1103 on local administration of vessel restrictions passed unanimously.
The House also debated CS/CS/CS/HB 399 on land use and development regulations. Supporters said it would limit development fees, standardize compatibility rules, allow manufactured homes in RV parks, and lower voting thresholds for comprehensive plan changes to address housing affordability; opponents argued it would preempt local control, weaken voter-approved urban boundary protections, and risk conservation lands. An amendment to preserve Orange County’s boundary rules failed, while a technical amendment on manufactured homes passed. The bill then passed 71-38. The House also passed several local bills, including measures for the Pace Fire Rescue District, Avalon Beach/Mulat Fire Protection District, East Point Water and Sewer District, Fellsmere Water Control District, and Headwaters Water Control District, with votes ranging from 83-27 to unanimous approval. The transcript also included farewell remarks from Representative Angie Nixon before the House returned to remaining business.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- And, you know, most people think Land Court thinking of just one section versus the other.
- And, you know, most people think Land Court thinking of just one section versus the other.
- And, you know, most people think Land Court, thinking of just one section versus the other.
- </c><01:35:43.200><c> And</c><01:35:43.320><c> you're</c> 1970 Article 2 Section 4.
- And you're 1970 Article 2 Section 4.
Bills:
SB2041
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
Keywords:
land court, real property, legal documents, bureau of conveyances, judicial confirmation, property registration, working group, Hawaii Revised Statutes, reform, 912, senate, all
Summary:
The committees heard SB 2041, which would repeal the Land Court, transfer its functions to the Bureau of Conveyances, and create a working group to recommend implementation. DLNR and Judiciary stood on their written testimony, while Realtors supported the bill and one testifier raised concerns about the loss of judicial authority, title disputes, adverse possession, and possible effects on Kuleana lands. Members questioned whether property could be deregistered and what the legal consequences would be, and the Bureau of Conveyances said deregistration is already available but burdensome. The committees ultimately recommended passage with amendments, and the measure was adopted by both committees.
The Judiciary Committee then heard SB 2247, which restricts certain governor-appointed, Senate-confirmed executive branch employees from participating in campaign fundraising. The State Ethics Commission and Campaign Spending Commission supported the bill as a way to curb pay-to-play concerns and the appearance of undue influence, and several advocacy and civic groups also testified in support, with one person opposing. The committee agreed to amend the bill so the restrictions apply only after confirmation and continue until the person leaves the covered position. The committee voted to pass SB 2247 with amendments.
Finally, the Judiciary Committee heard SB 2143, which would make the Attorney General the interim Chief Election Officer if that office becomes vacant until the Elections Commission appoints a replacement. Supporters argued the bill would provide continuity, prevent delays in certifying election results, and protect election integrity; opponents argued it would politicize the office, create a conflict of interest, and was unnecessary because current law already provides a process for filling vacancies. Testimony was extensive and sharply divided, with many speakers on both sides. The transcript provided does not include a final vote or action on SB 2143.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session-Day 4, February 12, 2026-AM
Wyoming House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And then you go to section 12, rules, punishment, and protection.
- 01:18:37.040><c> punishment,</c><01:18:37.920><c> and</c> to section 12, rules, punishment, and to section
- manual. >> Section 40. >> I'm sorry, 400. >> All right.
- >> To contest section 40 of Mason's >> To contest section 40 of Mason's legislative<01:19
- >> Section<01:19:50.880><c> 40.</c> >> Section 40. >> Section 40.