Video & Transcript Research : 'Science'
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ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Apr 16th, 2025 at 12:30 pm
North Dakota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Actuaries do use science, but in many cases they're guessing.
- That's how you get science.
- And I think in some of our own human health, maybe we didn't have so much science because we didn't have
- Yeah, it's a lot of science. But guess what?
- It's the easiest way to prevent new science from moving forward.
Summary:
The House convened with prayer, roll call, and a quorum present, then took up several procedural motions, including suspending House rules for three legislative days and replacing conference committee members on Senate Bill 2282 and SCR 4007. The chamber also recognized visiting student groups from Grafton/Pleasant Valley and Shiloh School. Later, the House agreed to several conference committee reports and moved a number of measures through final passage or final disposition.
House Bill 1428, which would have created a sales tax exemption for clothing sold by thrift stores or nonprofit corporations, drew extensive debate over tax policy, revenue loss, and possible conflicts with streamlined sales tax rules. Supporters argued it would help lower-income shoppers and nonprofit thrift stores, while opponents said it created an unfair advantage and could reduce state and local revenue. The conference report was adopted, but the bill ultimately failed on final vote, 37-54. House Bill 1440, relating to cigar lounges, was amended in conference and then passed 75-17. House Bill 1460, concerning adult foster care for private-pay adults, electronic monitoring, and a legislative study, was also adopted and passed overwhelmingly, 91-1.
The House then passed Senate Bill 2224, which revises gaming commission structure and gaming stamp requirements, adds Attorney General enforcement provisions, and includes a $25,000 general fund appropriation, by a vote of 88-0. Senate Bill 2327, which expands uses of the agriculture diversification and development fund and appropriates $15 million to it, passed 74-17 after a member was excused from voting due to a personal interest. Senate Bill 2267, creating a regulatory framework for on-site wastewater treatment systems and shifting licensing authority to the Department of Environmental Quality, passed 82-10, and Senate Bill 2276, addressing joint water resource boards for cross-county projects, passed 90-1.
The most contentious debate centered on Senate Bill 2160, which would move the state employee health plan from grandfathered status to a non-grandfathered ACA-compliant plan and appropriate about $6.6 million for the transition. Supporters said it would give the PERS board more flexibility, expand preventive and other benefits, and potentially slow premium growth without charging employees premiums. Opponents warned it could raise out-of-pocket costs, add mandated benefits, and shift costs to employees, while also arguing the bill had not been adequately studied. After extended debate, the House passed SB 2160 by a vote of 55-37. The chamber also concurred in Senate amendments to House Bill 1318, a pesticide labeling bill, and placed it on final passage, but the transcript ends before the final vote on that measure.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Environment panel hears bill to establish responsible foraging task force 2/27/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- build that task force to ensure that we have a transparent process that will be based on data and science
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I something that's science-based I something that's science-based I appreciate
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Environment, Climate and Legacy - 03/13/25
Environment, Climate, and Legacy
Transcript Highlights:
- I was a biological science technician with the National Park Service of Mississippi National River and
- in North Dakota I served for two science in North Dakota I served for two years<00:10:50.279>
in< - Because she stood up for science and people's rights, and I've went through for the last four years,
- <01:26:02.040>
but restricted not based on any science but restricted not based on any science - <01:51:48.040>
uh who are basing this on uh on science uh who are basing this on uh on science
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Legislative Session Day 13 (1-23-26)
Kentucky House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- Actually, there's science that shows that our brains aren't fully developed, that our frontal lobe that
- Actually, there's science that shows that our brains aren't fully developed, that our frontal lobe that
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Keywords:
Convene 00:00
Senate Message 04:41
Calendar/2nd Readings 05:37
Orders of the Day 06:14
HB 312 06:41
Interrupted Stream 38:41, 958, all
Summary:
The House convened with an invocation focused on the approaching storm and the need to check on neighbors, first responders, hospitals, and vulnerable residents. A quorum was established, absent members were excused, the rules were suspended for co-sponsorship and vote modification filings, and the journal from Thursday, January 22, 2026 was approved. The clerk also reported Senate passage of SB 13, 22, 46, 51, and 90 and requested concurrence.
Under orders of the day, HB 258 was recommitted to the Transportation Committee. The chamber then took up HB 312, an act relating to concealed firearms and deadly weapons, which would create a provisional concealed carry license for law-abiding 18- to 20-year-olds. The sponsor argued the bill restores equal treatment for adults, aligns Kentucky with other states, and imposes training and background-check requirements. Supporters said the Second Amendment applies to this age group, that military service and other adult responsibilities are already entrusted to them, and that the bill would not change prohibited locations for firearms.
Opponents argued the measure would increase gun violence and public safety risks, citing concerns from school district police, SROs, and empirical research about firearm-related assaults, homicides, and brain development in young adults. They emphasized that concealed weapons reduce visibility for parents, schools, and law enforcement and pointed to local youth-violence prevention efforts in Lexington as progress that could be undermined. Supporters countered that defensive gun use is common, that the CDC and other studies overstate gun harms, and that the bill is about constitutional rights rather than hunting or alcohol analogies. The transcript provided does not include the final vote on HB 312.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- And the folks at Kerrville are top notch, some of the best minds in science.
- I think the biggest scare for me is letting people go with no science behind it.
- Science behind it, it could be detrimental.
- Science, speed, and the right tools made that possible.
- Science has shown that feed-through ivermectin is effective.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The remaining program under Goal A, Computer Science Pipeline, was maintained at 24-25 levels at $10
- Center at Houston, and UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, which results in an increase of $51.2
- Center, University of North Texas Health Science Center, and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
- On page 12 of your document, you talk about Texas Tech University Health Science Center at El Paso's
- The request made from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is a little different in that two
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, um, um, that the balance between that there's an art and a science to teaching.
- And I art and a science to teaching.
- kids they didn't talk about the science kids they didn't talk about the science of<01:11:19.120>
- teachings uh of science of reading. teachings uh of science of reading.
- <01:31:44.000>
literacy based on um science-based literacy based on um science-based literacy
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair recognizes Cole Johnson, Texas Tech University Health Science Center. Is that correct?
- Texas Tech University Health Science Center. Is that correct? Correct. Thank you.
- We've been working hard as a health science center to do this.
- Our health science programs at the high school level are among the most popular in all areas.
- we don't have enough actual positions for them in the health science programs.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Children and Family Law (02/10/2026)
Children and Family Law
Transcript Highlights:
- Science is a good thing.
- <03:38:14.080>
Science <03:38:14.800>science <03:38:15.120>is <03:38:15.279>< - Science science is a good good thing.
- Believe I believe in science. thing. Believe I believe in science.
- <03:43:06.080>
we're science on that science since we're science on that science since we're
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Environment and Agriculture (02/17/2026)
Environment and Agriculture
Transcript Highlights:
- In terms of the science, I don't think there's any doubt about the effects on wildlife.
- In terms of the science, I don't think there's any doubt about the effects on wildlife.
- I sort of education for a reason and not science things.
- Um, and yes, I did say science things for the record.
- Representative Selig said he did say 'science things' for the record.
Summary:
The subcommittee held an open work session on HB 1766-FN, a bill addressing cruelty to livestock, and focused on proposed language changes from the Department of Agriculture. Assistant State Veterinarian Nathan Harvey, speaking for the commissioner, explained concerns about the term “imminent danger,” arguing that the bill should allow seizure based on probable cause when an animal is starving or has a life-threatening condition, rather than tying action too closely to whether the owner is arrested. The department also proposed language on “extreme suffering” that would require euthanasia if the cost of treatment would exceed the allowable reimbursement amount under AGR rules, though members immediately raised concerns about using a dollar limit to require euthanasia. The department further suggested clarifying who may participate in investigations by allowing the state veterinarian or a designate, and noted that the current draft could be read too narrowly.
Members discussed the $5,000 emergency care cap in the rules, with Josh Marshall confirming it is an aggregate emergency veterinary care limit. Several legislators said they were uncomfortable changing the bill from “may” to “shall” euthanize, arguing that treatment costs vary widely by species and condition and that a fixed monetary threshold could be too rigid. Representative Bixby also raised a separate concern that the bill’s language may be broader than intended and could apply to all animals rather than livestock only. The department agreed the bill should be limited to livestock and suggested using existing statutory definitions or adding a new section to make that clear.
The discussion also turned to humane societies and other organizations that might investigate complaints or board seized animals. A representative from a humane organization said the groups with expertise in care often also have expertise useful to investigations, and that removing them entirely could be impractical because only a few facilities in the state can provide boarding. Members and witnesses explored alternative language that would allow for-profit and nonprofit organizations to participate in either the investigation or the care of livestock, but not both, to avoid conflicts of interest while preserving needed expertise. No votes were taken; the work session ended with agreement to consult the Office of Legislative Services and the department to refine the bill before the next meeting.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm the president and CEO of New Hampshire Life Sciences.
- You might not be familiar with New Hampshire Life Sciences.
- Our members uh which is life sciences.
- contain some of the largest life science contain some of the largest life science employers<04:36
- innovation<04:41:01.680>
and for life sciences innovation and for life sciences innovation
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Transcript Highlights:
- She also served as a high school science teacher at Perry and Ripuublic schools.
- In total, she brings over five years of high school science teaching experience along with nearly two
- She has a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from University of Central Oklahoma, a Master's in Business
- She currently serves in Elgin Public Schools and is a science and PE teacher.
- She has served in a similar role in Piedmont schools on the science textbook committee.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Environment and Natural Resources Oct 7th, 2025
Environment and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- move forward with the bear hunt was strong and good, and that he voted yes because he believes the science
- Speaking specifically on baiting and dogs, it actually, you know, science will show that there is, it
- We had Lake Okeechobee being named as the Dirkirkirk— and education in the sciences, which I just think
- Whether that's residential, commercial, agricultural, it's not the science that we need.
- Whether that's residential, commercial, or agricultural, it's not the science that we need.
Summary:
The Senate Environment and Natural Resources Committee first considered the appointment of Joshua Kellam to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Kellam described his background with Garcia Companies, emphasized his conservation interests and land stewardship work, and addressed concerns about his development ties, the commission’s composition, the recent black bear hunt vote, and a prior Yes on 2 campaign supported by the Fish and Wildlife Foundation. Supporters said he is a conservation-minded landowner and good steward of large acreage, while opponents argued the commission is already overrepresented by developers and lacks scientific or conservation expertise. After debate, the committee voted to recommend his confirmation, with Senators Smith and Arrington voting no and the rest of the members present voting yes.
The committee then received an FWC implementation update on recently enacted boating and waterways legislation. FWC staff reviewed five laws: the Boater Freedom Act (SB 1388), Vessel Accountability (SB 164), Lucy’s Law/Boating Safety (HB 289), Disposition of Migrant Vessels (SB 830), and Water Access Facilities (HB 735). The presentation covered new rules on vessel stops, safety decals, Springs Protection Zones, derelict and at-risk vessel enforcement, long-term anchoring permits, tougher boating penalties, removal of migrant vessels, and grants for boating access infrastructure. Staff said rulemaking and officer training were underway, with some provisions already effective and others scheduled to take effect later in 2025 or January 2026.
Members asked follow-up questions about derelict vessel cost recovery and the new Springs Protection Zone standard. FWC explained that responsible owners must reimburse removal costs and can lose vessel registration privileges if they do not pay. On Springs Protection Zones, staff said the new law raises the threshold from any harm to significant harm and requires vessel activity to be the predominant cause, with subject matter experts and partner agencies helping make that determination. Senator Smith questioned whether the higher standard makes protections harder to establish and asked about Silver Glen Springs; FWC said that proposal was paused and would be revisited under the new criteria. The committee took no further action and adjourned after the presentation.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session May 23rd, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- to recognize five incredible students who won first place at the Department of Energy’s National Science
- Winning the National Science Bowl is no small feat.
- Please welcome Hopkins Middle School National Science Bowl Team to the State Assembly.
- Please welcome Hopkins Middle School National Science Bowl Team to the State Assembly. Thank you.
- Please welcome Hopkins Middle School National Science Bowl Team to the State Assembly. Thank you.
Summary:
The Assembly met on May 23, 2025, after a quorum call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance. Members also made several guest introductions and memorial recognitions, including tributes to labor leader Louisa Blue and a Memorial Day moment of silence. The body adopted a motion to suspend Assembly Rule 63 for certain Appropriations Committee bills, and later took up a second-day consent calendar and several resolutions.
The chamber adopted ACR 68, declaring July 2025 as Parks Make Life Better Month, and ACR 83, proclaiming California Maritime Day; both received broad support. On the floor file, members passed a series of bills covering child passenger safety, student financial aid, downtown office-to-housing conversion districts, rental vehicle theft prevention, fire hazard zone reviews, medical data protections, UC admissions transparency, office-to-housing streamlining, inoperable RV removal, domestic violence and child welfare, insurance classification for social service workers, sustainable aviation fuel CEQA review, UC hiring background checks, accessory dwelling units, fish and wildlife exemptions for Sutter County infrastructure, speed limit assessments, geothermal permitting, special education transfers, recorder fee adjustments, and a BIT program exemption for farmers and ranchers. Most measures passed with little or no opposition.
AB 435, which would have implemented a five-step test standard for child passenger safety laws, was later reconsidered and failed on a vote of 36-12 after the call was lifted. The Assembly also adopted the second-day consent calendar, including multiple bills and resolutions, and added co-authors to several resolutions. The session ended with adjournments in memory and an adjournment until Tuesday, May 27 at 1 p.m.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jun 18th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- He also got three master's degrees: a Master of Science in Flight Engineering, a Master of Science in
- Systems Engineering, and a Master of Military Operational Art and Science.
- scientific research, completed four spacewalks, and inspired countless young people to pursue careers in science
- A man who broke a lot of barriers, a man of color who ventured into aviation, science, space exploration
- state incentivizing the growth and the development of a very, very embryonic biotechnology and life sciences
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- In terms of Health Sciences, we've seen a 46% increase in enrollment over the last biennium.
- Those are all in the health sciences. So I will stop there, Mr.
- Since we already have a very strong relationship with Tarleton and their college of Health Sciences,
- The opportunities for us to invest in the health sciences through a strategic plan.
- For the Health Sciences Center, where we have protected patient information, we get between four and
Bills:
HB42, HB 125, HB 1233, HB2853, HB3148, HB3326, HB3701, HB4066, HB4361, HB4762, HB4909, HB4912, HB42, HB125
Keywords:
higher education, funding, financial allocation, state budget, Texas A&M University, University of Houston, education funding, medical education, osteopathic medicine, healthcare workforce, Tarleton State University, industry-recognized credentials, workforce development, career opportunities, feasibility study, student fees, university funding, student union, education, UT El Paso
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- It's, this isn't like, um, this isn't rocket science. We're not the boat, the boat.
- Actuarial discounts on the basis of experience in actuarial science, and then companies we find will
- The science already exists, so it does largely.
- And we think that you'll see the market coming in with that science, with voluntary discounts.
- I will tell you though that when we talk about IBHS and the science behind this, we fund that.
Bills:
HB778, HB 1266, HB1576, HB2213, HB2517, HB2518, HB2841, HB3306, HB3320, HB3388, HB3508, HB3520, HB3689
Keywords:
credentialing, healthcare, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses, managed care, hurricane, windstorm, loss mitigation, grants, insurance discounts, property retrofitting, insurance, Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, board composition, coastal counties, property insurance, taxation, Texas FAIR Plan Association, premium taxes, maintenance taxes
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Feb 4th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- went on to New Mexico Military Institute, where she graduated in 2012 with an associate's degree in science
- She was employed by SGS Vanguard Sciences as a microbiologist.
- She will be double majoring in animal and equine science and will be showing horses for CSU.
- Her goal is to go to vet school after getting a master's degree. in animal science.
- Speaker, they're into science and technology, engineering, and math. On one side of the... table.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Environment and Agriculture (02/17/2026)
Environment and Agriculture
Transcript Highlights:
- In terms of the science, I don't think there's any doubt about the effects on wildlife.
- I sort of education for a reason and not science things.
- And yes, I did say science things for the record.
- this<02:37:03.520>
is <02:37:03.680>based <02:37:04.080>on <02:37:04.880>science - <02:37:05.280>
that <02:37:05.520>came And this is based on science that came out of
WV
West Virginia 2026 Regular Session
Senate in Session Mar 10th, 2026 at 05:02 pm
West Virginia Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- and engrossed House Bill 5685, relating to authorizing bonds for improvements to the West Virginia Science
- and engrossed House Bill 5685, relating to authorizing bonds for improvements to the West Virginia Science
- Engrossed House Bill 5685, relating to authorizing bonds for improvements to the West Virginia Science
- Engrossed House Bill 5685, relating to authorizing bonds for improvements to the West Virginia Science
Summary:
The Senate reconvened, returned to the third order of business, and took up House amendments to Senate Bill 155 on adjunct teaching permits. The Senate adopted its amendment, which created an exception so a criminal history check would not be required every year and was described as giving county boards another tool to fill vacancies, especially in shortage areas. The Senate then concurred in the House amendment as amended and passed SB 155 by a vote of 33 yeas, 0 nays, with one member absent and not voting.
The chamber then received a series of committee reports advancing House bills on a wide range of topics, including economic development, education, finance, energy, health and human resources, and the judiciary. Measures reported favorably included bills creating Team West Virginia Corporation and the West Virginia Collaboratory, the Foster Youth Post-Secondary Transition Awareness Act, business-ready site programs, volunteer fire company allowances, extending qualified opportunity zones, natural resource police retirement, school transfer eligibility, the West Virginia Load Forecast Accountability Act, oil and gas well plugging requirements, PEIA treatment flexibility, PANS/PANDAS, ALS care services, abuse prevention, the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact, peer support services, tax lien sales, the Neighborhood Investment Program, bonds for the West Virginia Science and Culture Center, a comprehensive energy development policy plan, TANF applicant drug screening, and child protection commissioners.
Most of these bills were taken up for immediate consideration, read a first time, and advanced. One bill, House Bill 5381 on a comprehensive energy development policy and plan, was also referred to the Committee on Rules. The Senate then moved to adjourn until the next day at 11 a.m., after announcements of upcoming committee meetings, and adjourned.