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AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- We appreciate Senator Meznarred for sponsoring this legislation.
- This legislation probably looks familiar because, as the staff mentioned, it is identical to House Bill
- The reason that you're seeing an identical bill today is because, at the outset of the legislative session
- So again, quick refresher: this is the CPA pathways legislation.
- My name is Jane Sterneke, and I'm a Legislative Council for the Uniform Law Commission.
Keywords:
certified public accountants, CPA certification, accounting regulations, professional standards, continuing education, assignment for benefit of creditors, ABC act, insolvency, creditor claims, debt liquidation, business wind-up, receivership, liquidation, secured creditors, unsecured creditors, proof of claim, voidable transactions, fraudulent transfer, wage claims, priority claims
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- The last thing this does is add an express section in the public records request statute for legislative
- So right now, typically, we just can ask for Records request statute for legislative requests for information
- for information or we use the public records request law, but it adds a specific provision for legislative
- Just so we have a specific section of code to cite to say if it's coming from a legislator, legislative
- So this would take another step to put them on notice that this is a legislative request.
Summary:
The committee first heard RS 32967 from Representative Manwaring, a proposal aimed at protecting state and public employees who communicate with the legislature. He said the bill would broaden existing whistleblower protections to cover good-faith communications with legislators, prohibit gag policies or retaliation for such communications, and create a specific statutory basis for legislative records requests. In response to a question, he gave examples involving budget-related conversations with employees and redacted information he had encountered. The committee moved to introduce RS 32967, and the motion carried.
The committee then considered RS 33032 from Representative Church, which had been revised after earlier discussion. Church thanked members for support and explained that changes removed language referring to "crimes against the state" and replaced a 2025-only focus with language covering the past, present, and future, while still addressing events involving Charlie Kirk and Representative Hortman. Members asked for clarification on the revisions, and the committee voted to introduce RS 33032 and send it directly to the Second Reading Calendar.
Before adjourning, the chair noted that only one RS remained for the next day and encouraged members to submit any remaining items quickly. The committee then adjourned.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, April 10, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- ><c> prohibit</c><00:54:11.839><c> married</c> legislation does not prohibit married legislation does
- </c> legislation because they know the truth. legislation because they know the truth.
- Uh and I'm this legislation does.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- On our agenda, we have two pieces of legislation. Two of our fine senators will be presenting.
- Just for introduction, my name is Mark Harris, Idaho State Senate, Legislative District 35.
- Legislative District 35. I'm here to present Senate Bill 1358.
- Grover, last year we passed a legislation that allows for the lifetime certificate after 25 years of
- This legislation is a simple, common-sense policy.
Summary:
The Senate Education Committee heard two bills. Senate Bill 1358, presented by Sen. Harris, would amend Idaho’s career ladder rules so superintendents and principals who return to classroom teaching can count qualifying administrative experience toward career ladder advancement, rather than restarting at their prior teacher-ladder placement. Testimony from a remote superintendent and the Idaho Association of School Administrators supported the bill as a fairness and retention measure, noting that administrators can face large pay cuts when returning to teaching and that the bill still requires proficient-or-higher evaluations. After brief discussion, the committee voted to send SB 1358 to the floor with a due pass recommendation.
The committee then considered House Bill 762, presented by Sen. Woodward, which would give charter schools the option to prioritize enrollment for children of active-duty or active-reserve military members and for foster children who already have a sibling in the school. A long line of testimony from military spouses, veterans, charter school leaders, and military children described frequent relocations, waitlists, and the difficulty of finding stable school placements, arguing the bill would improve access and support military readiness without creating new schools or changing accountability. One witness also noted the bill’s flexibility for charter schools and its limited, targeted nature. The committee voted to send HB 762 to the floor with a due pass recommendation and then adjourned.
IN
Transcript Highlights:
- There's still legislation moving.
- I had a concern with this legislation since its inception. There's language in this bill.
- To speak on the legislation, thank you. knew where you were going the whole time.
- All right, to speak on the legislation. Thank you. Thank you, Senator.
- Senator Taylor, speak on the legislation. Daggone it.
IN
Transcript Highlights:
- Please support this legislation. Thank you, Senator Taylor. Senator Young, to speak on the bill.
- And I'll be voting on this legislation. Thank you. Thank you, Senator. Further discussion.
- And this session is not just legislative. It's also deeply personal. Some among us carry forward...
- Also, for the legislative assistants, you guys are the oil and the engine that makes this thing work.
- And the Legislative Services Agency, I know of at least one member of the Legislative Services Agency
WA
Transcript Highlights:
- This legislation simply incorporates some of the specific elements from that conversation.
- Testifying in favor of this legislation.
- This legislation simply incorporates some of the specific elements from that conversation.
- We partner with DCYF with strong legislative support.
- Legislation was passed in 2018. I believe it took effect in 2021. Thank you very much.
Keywords:
mortgage lending, fraud, prosecution, financial regulations, consumer protection, retirement, lump sum payment, benefits, pension, financial security, SB 6065, school district transportation, transportation vehicle fund, pupil transportation, school buses, electric school buses, zero-emission buses, bus fleet electrification, charging stations, vehicle replacement
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Republican Leaders Media Availability Jan 27th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- But John Braun, State Senator for the 20th Legislative District and Senate Minority Leader, Republican
- John Braun, State Senator for the 20th Legislative District and Senate Minority Leader, Republican Leader
- We've got a very diverse group of legislators who have a variety of feelings on the topic.
- One, we actually have to have a Washington state legislative nexus as part of our rules in order to be
- because they don't like the facility, and they have every Legislative maneuvers to try to undermine
Summary:
House and Senate Republican leaders opened by criticizing several Democratic-backed measures they said would raise costs for Washington residents, including a utility surcharge in House Bill 2275, expanded producer responsibility for clothing, and a new tire fee in House Bill 2421. They framed the session around affordability concerns and argued that the majority was advancing taxes and fees that would make living and doing business in Washington more expensive. They also said the state should focus on transparency and accountability rather than new charges and restrictions.
Much of the question period focused on immigration-related issues and public safety. The leaders condemned recent comments by Governor Ferguson and Attorney General Brown about events in Minnesota, saying the incidents should be investigated carefully without inflaming tensions. They opposed a Senate bill addressing face coverings for law enforcement and another proposal to fine the Northwest Detention Center if state inspectors are denied access, arguing both were attempts to regulate or pressure federal authorities. They also criticized a bill that would bar certain ICE agents from future law enforcement jobs in Washington, saying it would not improve public safety and would distract from the state’s shortage of officers.
The leaders also discussed several other bills and policy ideas. They said a House bill limiting local anti-camping enforcement was delayed and expected back next week, with cities concerned about implementation and liability. They expressed general support for restoring College Bound funding for private universities, but said it should be handled through the budget without new taxes. They backed a bill to increase reporting and accountability for nonprofit and housing-related programs, citing concerns about fraud and misuse of public funds. They also strongly opposed a bill they said would make the initiative process harder, calling it undemocratic and a continued effort to reduce voter influence.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider S.527, to require the Federal Trade Commission to study the role of intermediaries in the pharmaceutical supply chain and provide Congress with appropriate policy recommendations, S.1040, to amend the Federal Trade Commis Apr 3rd, 2025 at 09:15 am
Senate Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- Secondly, we have pharmacy benefit manager legislation, not out of this committee, except for the one
- Or in the phone calls about people wanting us to take legislation up that will get prescription drug
- But what's wrong with the Senate meeting five days a week so we can get some of this legislation and
- The bipartisan legislation simply is a good governance bill that improves information sharing between
- We are showing again today that we can work broadly on bipartisan legislation. Mr.
Keywords:
drug competition, product hopping, generic drugs, biosimilars, federal regulations, FTC Act, patent, biological products, healthcare access, affordable prescriptions, Medicare, Federal Trade Commission, sham petitions, competition, public health, unfair competition, healthcare, pharmaceutical, antitrust law, pay-for-delay
Summary:
The meeting focused on addressing the high cost of prescription drugs and the abusive practices that contribute to elevated prices affecting American families. Several bills were presented, including proposals to end pay-for-delay deals and to enhance transparency in the operations of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). The discussion was notable for its emphasis on consumer protection and ensuring that cheaper generic drugs reach the market more effectively. Members expressed frustration over past attempts to pass similar legislation stalling in the Senate, leading to renewed efforts to push these bills forward.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee Mar 19th, 2025
Public Safety and Homeland Security
Transcript Highlights:
- This bill does not create any new law, but it will enhance the ability for prior legislation that we
- Chairman, I was wondering what the law is today regarding this legislation.
- In previous legislative sessions, perhaps it was last year, we passed the criminal enterprise statute
- However, there is one particularly troublesome part of the legislation.
- this legislation to remove pin 4.
Keywords:
criminal enterprise, database, law enforcement, data privacy, criminal justice, HB224, Alabama, obstructing governmental operations, first responder, emergency responder, police, firefighter, EMT, paramedic, public safety, harassment, interference with emergency personnel, crime, Class A misdemeanor, emergency scene
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Commerce and Tourism Mar 3rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- LORI, LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS DIRECTOR FOR THE FLORIDA JUSTICE ASSOCIATION.
- THIS LEGISLATION IS SIMILAR AS TOUCHED UPON.
- WE HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE PAWNBROKERS LEGISLATION THAT TACKLED THE ISSUE AND THAT HAS BEEN SUCCESSFUL
- THIS LEGISLATION IS QUITE ESSENTIAL AND WE THANK SENATOR SMITH FOR BRINGING IT FORWARD.
- THE LEGISLATION IS VERY GOOD AND WE ASK FOR YOUR FAVORABLE SUPPORT. >> THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 3/6/25
Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
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- The legislative body sets those rates, and unfortunately the issues of the funding mechanism when we
- The legislative body sets those rates, and unfortunately the issues of the funding mechanism when we
- </c> getting information to the legislators getting information to the legislators on<00:43:30.640><c
- </c> that it's going to go to the legislator that it's going to go to the legislator for<00:51:42.880
Keywords:
nursing home, employment standards, worker rights, Minnesota Statutes, labor compensation, workforce development, job training, economic stability, low-income, career pathways, education funding, Summit Academy, employment, STEM programming, GED preparation, Neighborhood Development Center, NDC, small business, entrepreneurship, business training
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- There are no cuts being proposed with this legislation.
- </c><00:43:05.000><c> All</c> being proposed with this legislation All being proposed with this legislation
- </c><01:20:35.040><c> change</c> take effect without legislative change take effect without legislative
- </c> responsibility to the to the legislative responsibility to the to the legislative committees committees
- </c><01:37:36.960><c> which</c> whole intent of that legislation which whole intent of that legislation
Keywords:
HF56, Minnesota bonding bill, capital investment, state bonds, bond proceeds fund, Hutchinson Area Transportation Services, Hutchinson, McLeod County, transportation facility, vehicle storage, equipment storage, fueling facility, temperate storage, local infrastructure, public works, general obligation bonds, education finance, school funding, state aid, appropriations
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on State and Local Government - 02/18/25
State and Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c> a proposal from the 2023 legislative a proposal from the 2023 legislative session<00:13:49.279><
- </c> branch and the legislative branch and the legislative branch<00:15:51.920><c> and</c><00:15:52.120
- </c> proposals for this legislative proposals for this legislative session<01:39:11.280><c> first</c>
- </c><01:47:47.560><c> session</c> during the 2023 legislative session during the 2023 legislative session
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
JHA Public Hearing - Fri Jan 31, 2025 @ 2:00 PM HST
Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:24:26.000><c> mandated</c><00:24:26.600><c> working</c> was a a legislatively mandated working
- was a a legislatively mandated working group<00:24:28.039><c> that</c><00:24:28.200><c> has</c><00:24
- That report was submitted about a month ago and is on the legislative website for anybody to read.
- That report was submitted about a month ago and is on the legislative website for anybody to read.
- Yeah, the commission approved this particular legislation. Okay, cool, thank you.
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on House Bill 410, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ biennium operating budget. OHA asked for a modest increase over its base budget, including $1.2 million to fund 13 new full-time positions for a strategy and implementation team tied to its long-term plan, with emphasis on housing, education, health, and economic resilience. OHA also described a broader effort to work directly with executive branch departments to improve outcomes for Native Hawaiians. Testimony was largely supportive, with several individuals speaking in favor and one testifier expressing strong frustration about Native Hawaiian rights and access to resources. The chair noted there were 38 additional written/supporting testimonies and three in opposition. Members asked about OHA’s funding sources and public land trust revenues; OHA said it is not receiving the full 20 percent share, described a public land trust working group and system issues, and said a related bill would seek funding to begin an inventory. No vote was taken in the portion provided.
The committee then considered House Bill 304, which would make the Hawaiian version of a law binding when the law was originally drafted in Hawaiian and later translated into English. The Judiciary supported the bill, saying it reinforces Hawaiian as an official language and looks to the original language for legislative intent. The Attorney General supported the intent but recommended narrowing the bill with a proviso to avoid ambiguities, limiting it to laws originally drafted in Hawaiian that were not later amended, codified, recodified, or reenacted in English. Public testimony was generally supportive, though one speaker raised broader sovereignty concerns. Members questioned how many laws would be affected and whether the proposed amendment would undercut the bill; the Attorney General said the amendment was meant to address uncertainty in interpretation. No final action was reported.
Finally, the committee heard House Bill 603, which would direct OHA to administer a Native Hawaiian business marketing program to promote Native Hawaiian-owned businesses through marketing and technical assistance. OHA supported the concept, saying a label or branding program could help consumers identify and support Native Hawaiian-owned businesses, but requested that funding be redirected to a working group to study program design, implementation, enforcement, and long-term viability. The chair noted four supportive testimonies had been received, and a member asked OHA to confirm that its programs serve all Hawaiians, not only those eligible for homelands; OHA said it serves all Hawaiians in the state. The transcript ends before any vote or further action on HB 603.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- Secretary call next legislative day.
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Summary:
The Senate first recognized the Montgomery Academy boys basketball team for winning the 2026 Class 3A state championship, their second straight title. Senator Barfoot introduced the team and read a resolution commending the players, coaches, and school community for the 66-39 win over Southside Selma, noting standout performances by Braden Gordon, Mason Ellis, and Jarrett Friendley. Coach Jeremy Aant and school head John Williams thanked the Senate and emphasized the team’s selflessness, teamwork, academic standards, service, and leadership development. The Senate applauded the team, added all senators to the resolution, and arranged for a picture and challenge coins for the players.
After the recognition, the Senate came to order, established a quorum, excused absent senators, and adopted the previous day’s journal. Committee reports followed. The Committee on State Government Affairs reported House Bill 541 favorably with one amendment; the bill would create the Safeguard Alabama Voter Engagement Act, requiring party registration for primary voting, restricting crossover voting, retaining voter history as a public record, revising voter registration forms, and requiring parties to publish candidate qualifications. The bill was ordered to a second reading and placed on the calendar.
The Committee on Local Legislation reported House Bills 630, 631, and 632 favorably, all relating to Etowah County, including changes to tax exemptions and personnel board membership. These bills were also sent to second reading and the calendar. The Senate then took up Senate Joint Resolution 117, commending Dylan Nut for winning the 2026 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic, and added all members as co-sponsors. During discussion, one senator used the opportunity to speak at length about a separate concern involving alleged unlicensed real estate solicitation and the need for legislation to protect citizens from property-related scams; he also discussed the calendar process and other bills. The floor later included extended informal remarks about fishing and a separate discussion of a proposal to designate Miss America as an official state ambassador, with support expressed for a possible stipend amendment.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Executive Departments and Administration (01/22/2026)
Executive Departments and Administration
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> polished legislation. polished legislation.
- I'm not a legislator.
- I'm not a legislator. It's not my right? I'm not a legislator.
- </c> legislation forward. legislation forward.
- </c><03:23:11.600><c> If</c> have passed similar legislation. If have passed similar legislation.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- I'd appropriate legislative oversight.
- It represents our of legislation.
- c> to</c> legislators legislators were going to legislators legislators were going to make<01:47:59.119
- </c> and we've seen what uh past legislators and we've seen what uh past legislators or<01:59:46.960>
- </c><02:01:39.520><c> It's</c> legislating. It's good governing. It's legislating.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- c> identify</c> legislation neglected to identify legislation neglected to identify principles,<00:43
- Uh, also the ESSA legislation, national piece of legislation, had their own levels of evidence base,
- Uh, also the ESSA legislation, national piece of legislation, had their own levels of evidence base,
- Uh, also the ESSA legislation, national piece of legislation, had their own levels of evidence base,
- legislative staff who any legislator legislative staff who asks<01:23:37.520><c> for</c><01:23:37.679
Bills:
HF3421
Keywords:
early literacy, reading instruction, teacher preparation, teacher candidates, teacher licensure, educator licensing, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board, PELSB, field experience, supervised practicum, evidence-based reading, science of reading, literacy methods, teacher training, preservice teachers, school-based experience, reading intervention, Minnesota education policy, 1183, house
FL