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MD

Maryland 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session, 3/16/2026 #1

Maryland Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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  • This is do it. >> Recognize the Majority Leader as the Floor Leader. >> Thank you, Mr. President.
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  • Senate Maryland remains in session, recognizing the majority leader. Thank you, Mr. President.
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MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Floor Session 2/6/25

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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WA
Transcript Highlights:
  • Republican Leader Drew MacEwen from the 35th.
  • Floor Leader April Connors.
  • And, of course, the Democratic majority unveiled their...
  • And the Senate Majority Leader made no bones about it and said that, yeah, it was an easy promise to
  • I was wondering if you've gotten any indication from the majority.
Summary: Senate and House Republican leaders used the media availability to focus on affordability and to criticize the Democratic majority’s newly released income tax proposal. Leaders John Braun and Drew Stokesbary argued the plan would raise costs, harm small and medium-sized businesses, and fail to deliver meaningful tax relief elsewhere. They said the bill’s marriage penalty, lack of loss carryforward, and treatment of pass-through entities were especially problematic, and they warned it could eventually expand beyond high earners. They also cited other pending measures they said would increase costs, including taxes or fees affecting insurance, tires, clothing, social media, cigarettes, and solid waste. A major portion of the discussion centered on Republican-hosted listening sessions on the initiatives, which they said were intended to provide balanced public testimony after Democrats declined to advance hearings. House Republicans said they invited speakers both for and against the initiatives, including a wide range of opponents, and emphasized that the sessions were meant to show the public a fair debate. They also discussed several policy bills they oppose, including housing and homelessness measures they said would limit local control near schools and parks, and a bill creating a regulatory framework for automated license plate readers, which they said still raises concerns for cities and law enforcement despite some improvements. In response to questions, Republicans said they support funding for public defense but believe it should be handled within existing budget priorities rather than through an income tax. They also said they are watching bills on government fraud oversight, SNAP restrictions on unhealthy foods, and public safety, including measures related to sexually violent predators and child safety. Throughout the event, leaders repeatedly framed their agenda as protecting affordability and public safety while opposing what they described as tax increases and regulations that would make life more expensive in Washington.
NY

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York State Senate Session - 05/18/2026

New York Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • &gt;&gt; I REALLY AM ASKING THE SENATE MAJORITY.
  • I'M EXCITED TO WELCOME A FEW OF THE LEADERS, INCLUDING ONE FROM HILLSDALE NATHAN.
  • Growing leaders here in New York State, so thank you very much.
  • TODAY, ITALIAN AMERICANS ARE LEADERS IN EVERY FIELD IMAGINABLE.
  • And Assemblyman Minority Leader Ed Ra, congratulations, Leader Ra.
Summary: The Senate opened with routine proceedings, approved the prior day’s journal, and then took up a budget extender. Senator Serrano’s appropriation bill was recalled from the Assembly, reconsidered, amended, and sent through Rules to the floor. During debate, senators discussed the ongoing delay in finalizing the state budget, the 13th extender, school aid payments, the Yonkers school district payment, and unresolved issues such as Tier 6 retirement changes and other budget policy items. The extender was passed 57-2 after debate, with senators pressing for more transparency about the budget negotiations and the majority responding that those issues were not germane to the extender. The chamber then recognized several resolutions and guests. Senators spoke in support of Resolution 1948 honoring New York State 4-H and its Capital Days participants, Resolution 2054 commemorating Italian American Day, and Resolution 1620 mourning Denis Michael Troy of Rockland County. The Italian American Day resolution drew extensive remarks from many senators about family histories, immigration, cultural contributions, scholarships, and community traditions, and the Senate welcomed honored guests from the Italian American community. The Rosalyn Yalow Charter School fencing team was also introduced, along with the family of Denis Troy. The Senate then moved through a long calendar of bills, passing measures on public service, city administrative code, municipal law, correction law, criminal procedure, real property tax, education, social services, public health, executive law, parks, judiciary, and alcoholic beverage control, among others. Several members explained votes on bills related to ratepayer protection, hip-hop lyrics in criminal cases, sovereign nations and gaming compacts, and the Traveling with Dignity Act requiring adult changing stations in public facilities. Most bills passed with broad support, though some drew notable negative votes. The Senate completed the calendar and adjourned until Tuesday, May 19, at 3:00 p.m.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

03/26/2026 - House Floor Session

Arizona House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Majority Leader? Yes, Mr. Speaker.
  • Majority Leader. Yes, Mr.
  • Majority Leader Carbone: Yes, Mr.
  • Majority Leader. Yes, Mr.
  • Majority Leader. Yes, Mr. Speaker, I move that the House adjourn until 1:30 p.m.
Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and recognition of the doctor of the day. Members also introduced numerous guests and groups in the gallery, including the Dandy Project, Arizona Right to Life, Red State Reform, Reproductive Freedom for All, Somerton elected officials, Apache County Supervisor Alton Joe Shepard, and the family of the late Brad Brower. The chamber then adopted House Concurrent Resolution 2053 honoring Brower’s life and service, followed by a moment of respectful silence and remarks from members about his community leadership. The House considered several Senate bills in Committee of the Whole. SB 1020, relating to the Arizona Space Commission and a specialty license plate, drew debate over a proposed Villegas floor amendment to add a community college access and success plate; the amendment failed on a recorded division vote, and SB 1020 was then approved. SB 1127 and SB 1181 also received do-pass recommendations without controversy. The House later held an additional Committee of the Whole on SB 1426, adopted a floor amendment, and reported the bill as amended with a do-pass recommendation. On third reading, the House passed SB 1125 on child safety by a vote of 43-4 and SB 1415 on insurance adjusters by a vote of 46-1. The House also adopted the Committee of the Whole report, with a separate motion to include the defeated Villegas amendment in SB 1020 failing 19-28. The chamber announced upcoming committee meetings, made several brief personal and ceremonial announcements, and adjourned until Monday, March 30, 2026.
NY

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York State Senate Session - 05/29/2026

New York Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • discipline, and perseverance that will guide them to be better teammates and friends, as well as leaders
  • Leader for continuing to lift up these important issues related to maternal mental health.
  • I want to again thank Senator Brouk for uplifting this issue And, of course, our Majority Leader for
  • Leader.
  • Leader.
Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and an invocation, then approved the prior day’s journal and proceeded to a lengthy third-reading calendar. Early business included several motions to discharge Assembly bills from committees and substitute identical Senate bills, along with a few bills laid aside for the day. The chamber also recalled two bills from the Assembly, restored one bill to the Third Reading Calendar after reconsideration, and received amendments on two other bills without changing their calendar status. The Senate then took up a large number of bills across topics including labor, energy, insurance, consumer protection, environmental conservation, health, banking, elections, public service, education, workers’ compensation, criminal justice, local government, and tax law. Most measures passed with broad support, though several drew recorded opposition. Notable debate included Senator Mayer’s explanation for a bill intended to prevent treatment-court participants, including veterans, from losing their driver’s licenses twice after completing diversion programs; Senator Ryan’s support for a bill expanding prosecutors’ ability to treat repeat sexual abuse as persistent abuse; and a sharp exchange on a bill repealing New York’s HIV/STI criminalization law, with Senators Borrello and Chan opposing it and Senator Salazar defending the repeal as necessary to reduce stigma and protect survivors. The chamber also adopted and recognized several resolutions and guest presentations. Members welcomed the Tri-Valley Secondary School girls cross country champions, Miss America Cassie Donagan and Miss New York Teen Nadia Anwar, and the Hudson High School varsity boys basketball team. Later, the Senate took up a resolution proclaiming May 2026 as Maternal Mental Health Month, with multiple senators speaking in support of greater awareness, reduced stigma, and improved care for pregnant and postpartum New Yorkers. At the end of the session, the sponsors opened the day’s resolutions for co-sponsorship, and the Senate adjourned until Monday, June 1 at 12 noon, with intervening days designated as legislative days.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • And as for our Yale leaders... As for our Yale leaders, we'll see you the day after Thanksgiving.
  • a cheerleader or yell leader.
  • Had a role as a cheerleader or yell leader. Yell leader. Yell leader. Okay.
  • Great, Major, just follow... Great, Major.
  • So to hear you say that you had a very conservative leader and a leader that might have more liberal
Summary: The joint Senate and House Select Committee on Civil Discourse and Freedom of Speech in Higher Education convened for its first public hearing, adopted its proposed rules without objection, and framed the hearing as an organizational, invited-testimony-only session. Members repeatedly condemned political violence and the assassination of Charlie Kirk, saying the committee was created in response to concerns about civil discourse, intimidation, and hostility on college campuses. Several members emphasized that the goal was not to suppress speech but to protect open expression while maintaining order, due process, and institutional accountability. The first witness, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Commissioner Wyn Rosser, outlined implementation of Senate Bill 37. He described the General Education Advisory Committee, which is reviewing broad core-curriculum knowledge and skills and may recommend reducing the current 42-hour core, while leaving review of specific courses to individual institutions. He also explained the new Office of the Ombudsman, the board’s role in supporting it, and existing training and certification requirements for governing board members. Members asked about enforcement tools, transparency, and whether the ombudsman would investigate complaints involving censorship, retaliation, or political bias; Rosser said some enforcement exists in certain laws, but he deferred on the exact scope of the ombudsman’s investigatory authority and on issues outside the agency’s role. University of Texas at Austin President Jim Davis testified that UT Austin supports free speech, academic freedom, and civil discourse, and he described three areas of focus: speech on campus grounds, classroom discourse, and how people treat one another. He said the university enforces time, place, and manner rules, expects professors to present alternative views on controversial topics, and has created internal reporting and appeal processes for students and faculty. Members questioned him about heckler’s veto incidents, protests, off-campus participants, complaints about professors, hate speech, and whether the university would protect speakers and students from disruption or unfair targeting. Davis said the university would not tolerate disruptions, would use due process and factual review, and is working to align campus practices with the new law and regents’ expectations. Ricky Adam Jr. of Turning Point USA’s Club America described the group’s campus and high-school organizing, praised Charlie Kirk’s approach to open debate, and said the organization is expanding in Texas. He raised concerns about school administrators and a counselor at an Early College High School in Killeen allegedly interfering with a student club and withholding footage, and committee members said they would seek information and, if necessary, use legislative process to investigate. Members from both chambers reiterated support for free speech, criticized political violence and campus suppression of viewpoints, and stressed that future hearings would continue examining implementation and enforcement issues.
MD

Maryland 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session, 2/17/2026 #1

Maryland Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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CO

Colorado 2026 Regular Session

Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 014 Jan 28th, 2026

Colorado Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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  • Thank you, Majority Leader Rodriguez. Thank you, Mr.<00:21:12.960><c> President.
  • Majority Leader. >> Seeing none, it's up to you. >> Thank you, Mr. President.
  • Majority Leader. &gt;&gt; Seeing none, Mr. Majority Leader.
Summary: The Senate convened, established a quorum, and suspended Senate Rule 1B to allow Senator Sullivan’s granddaughter, daughter, and wife to lead the chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance. The Senate then approved the January 26, 2026 journal as corrected and received routine administrative notices, including that several bills and resolutions were correctly engrossed or revised. Members made a series of announcements and personal privilege remarks recognizing guests and upcoming events. The chamber welcomed representatives from Summit Stone Health Partners, who were praised for their behavioral health and crisis services in Northern Colorado, including crisis intervention, detox, outpatient treatment, mobile crisis response, and peer support. Senators also highlighted an upcoming higher education reception, a Forest Health Council breakfast, a State Affairs Committee hearing on Senate Bill 4, and a Colorado Airport Operators Association reception. Additional announcements noted that the Joint Budget Committee would meet on supplemental budget requests from the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing, and that the Joint Health and Human Services Committee would hold its SMART Act hearing after adjournment. Senator Bridges promoted the Great Colorado Payback and National Unclaimed Property Day. The Senate then adopted a motion to recess until 11 a.m. later that day.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • People, business leaders, nonprofit leaders, philanthropists, tribal leaders you name it, everybody wants
  • Loor leader, thank you, Madam Speaker.
  • Floor leader. Thank you, Madam Speaker.
  • Floor leader. Thank you, Madam Speaker.
  • Mister Floor Leader, just one second. There's an emergency on that bill.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 9th, 2026

California Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Mistake or not, the fundamental duty of a leader to tolerate.
  • They deserve leaders who honor the ancestors of black Americans who endured They deserve leaders who
  • Embarrassed for what the most powerful leader in our country continues to do.
  • This is the leader of our country, the leader of the free world, telling the rest of the world that we're
  • The face of two of our leaders on animals cannot be justified.
Summary: The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several floor recognitions, including St. Mary’s High School football team for its first state championship and Black-owned businesses honored by the Legislative Black Caucus and Black Chamber of Commerce. The Rules Committee also reported Senate Resolution 77 to third reading. The chamber then confirmed Tyler Sadwith as Chief Deputy Director for Health Care Programs at the Department of Health Care Services and State Medicaid Director by a 33-0 vote. The main floor debate centered on SR 77, a resolution condemning racist and dehumanizing imagery posted by President Trump depicting former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Supporters from multiple caucuses, including the Black, Latino, Jewish, LGBTQ, and API caucuses, described the post as racist, harmful, and part of a broader pattern of dehumanization and urged a public apology. A few Republicans objected to the resolution’s language and process, saying it was overly partisan or not collaborative, but the resolution was adopted on a 28-0 vote. The Senate also took up SB 106, a budget bill to provide $90 million in state funding for family planning providers, especially Planned Parenthood, after federal cuts under H.R. 1. Supporters argued the bill would preserve essential reproductive and preventive health services, especially in rural and underserved communities, and backfill lost reimbursements. Opponents criticized the bill’s transparency, no-bid contracting structure, and priorities compared with other needs such as distressed hospitals and developmental disability services. After debate, the Senate concurred in the Assembly amendments to SB 106 by a 26-9 vote.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House DFL Leader Media Availability 5/17/26

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We will win a majority, and we will pass those bills into law in 2027.
  • So, with that, I'll turn over to Floor Leader Long.
  • We will win a majority, and we will pass those bills into law in 2027.
  • So, with that, I'll turn over to Floor Leader Long.
  • </c> majority so we can get that work done. majority so we can get that work done.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
  • A NUMBER OF OUR LEADERS.
  • WE ARE ORGANIZED AROUND SIX MAJOR SUBORDINATE COMMANDS.
  • WE ALSO USE VISIT FOR MAJOR JOB FAIRS, MAJOR EVENTS IN OUR ANNUAL EXPO.
  • MAJOR EVENTS CAN BE CATEGORIZED TYPICALLY ARE SHOWS.
  • THE REST, THE BEST MAJORITY ARE FROM OUT-OF-STATE.
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

House - Judiciary Mar 19th, 2025

House Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • Leader Sapansy? Yes. Madam Vice Chair? Yes.
  • On the House side, we have **Minority Leader Armstrong**.
  • The last major component is, well, the second to last major component is: Enhancing confidentiality and
  • Yeah, thank you, Madam Chair and Madam Leader.
  • Leader Sapansky, yes, Madam Vice Chair, yes, Madam Chair.
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

Appropriations Feb 12th, 2025

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senators, those are the major differences.
  • And the vast majority of those 6,500 are illegal immigrants.
  • Leader, you recognize.
  • Leader. Thank you. There are 6,000 unauthorized. Leader. Thank you.
  • Engineers and community leaders.
Summary: The Senate Appropriations Committee took up SB 2-C, a major immigration enforcement bill sponsored by Senator Gruters and co-introduced by Senator Fine. Gruters described the measure as a broad crackdown on illegal immigration that would replace a single immigration officer with a State Board of Immigration Enforcement, create a $250 million grant program for local law enforcement, fund additional Department of Agriculture interdiction staff and facilities, expand pretrial detention for certain unauthorized immigrants, increase criminal penalties, require more cooperation with ICE, and eliminate in-state tuition eligibility for undocumented students. He and supporters framed the bill as a way to support law enforcement, deter illegal immigration, and align Florida with federal enforcement efforts. Committee questioning focused heavily on the bill’s education, detention, and enforcement provisions. Senators pressed Gruters and Fine on why the bill did not address employer sanctions or E-Verify, whether the tuition changes would affect students who had grown up in Florida, how sanctuary-policy enforcement would work, and whether the bill would create practical burdens for prosecutors, jails, and local officials. Gruters said he was open to working on E-Verify in regular session but not to amending this bill, and Fine argued the tuition repeal would apply to undocumented students who had qualified under existing law. Sheriff Bob Gualtieri testified in support, saying ICE bed capacity was still insufficient and that county jails needed more resources to honor detainers. Mark Schlachman of FSU Law offered historical context, noting prior state-federal cooperation efforts and warning of unintended consequences, while several public witnesses opposed the bill as unconstitutional, costly, and harmful to immigrant families and the economy. Opponents from the Southern Poverty Law Center, ACLU of Florida, Florida Center for Fiscal and Economic Policy, Florida Policy Institute, AFL-CIO, and immigrant advocacy groups argued the bill would invite litigation, encourage racial profiling, harm the workforce and higher education, and punish law-abiding immigrants and their families. They emphasized that immigration is a federal matter, that K-12 education must be provided regardless of status, and that removing in-state tuition would reduce access to college and hurt Florida’s economy. Some speakers urged the committee to grandfather current students if the tuition waiver is repealed. The meeting ended with continued public testimony and no final vote reflected in the transcript provided.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

FL House Floor Session - 2026-06-02 (10:00AM Session)

Florida House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Leader Berman. Thank you, Mr. President.
  • Thank you for that question, Leader.
  • Thank you for that question, Leader.
  • So, Leader, it would be up, I mean, anything that is not in general law, So, Leader, it would be up,
  • Leader Berman. Thank you. Leader Berman. Thank you, Mr. President.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • Floor Leader. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
  • Floor Leader. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
  • Floor Leader. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
  • Leader Piper, you are recognized. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
  • Floor Leader. Thank you. Mr. Floor Leader. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I'm moving with the clerk.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

04/07/2026 - House Floor Session

Arizona House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Majority Leader Carbone, Majority Whip Willoughby: motion to go into Committee of the Whole, Number One
  • The chair recognized the Majority Leader for a motion to rise and report. Yes, Mr. Chairman.
  • Majority Leader Carbone at Willoughby's desk. Yes, Mr.
  • I want to echo what the Majority Leader said. This is a federal tax credit.
  • Majority Leader Carbone, at Willoughby's desk. Yes, Mr.
Summary: The House convened, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the prior journal, and recognized the Doctor of the Day, Dr. Sarah Coles. Members also introduced a number of guests in the gallery, including representatives from the Arizona LEND Program, Friends of the Salt River Wild Horses, and other visitors. The House then received communications from the Governor and moved into Committee of the Whole to consider Calendar One. In Committee of the Whole, members debated SB 1280, a bill concerning Mexican gray wolves and the use of public funds to transport them. An amendment offered by Representative Gutierrez, nicknamed the “Cruella DeVille Act,” was adopted after extended discussion about wolf conservation, ecosystem impacts, and whether the bill would interfere with wildlife recovery efforts. The underlying bill then received a due pass recommendation. The committee also recommended due pass for SB 1418 and SB 1785, and the House later adopted the Committee of the Whole report, placing SB 1280, SB 1418, and SB 1785 on third reading while retaining SB 1200 on the calendar. The House then considered Calendar Two. SB 1053, dealing with concealed carry permit fees, drew debate over whether the fee reduction was revenue-neutral and whether the bill should instead focus on training requirements; it received a due pass recommendation. SB 1259 also received due pass without debate. SB 1372, relating to health care provider recruitment and anesthesia access, was amended and then recommended do pass. SB 1475, which would bar students convicted of certain serious offenses from participating in interscholastic activities, prompted strong debate over student discipline versus second chances, and it too received a due pass recommendation. SB 1478 received a technical floor amendment changing its effective date and was then recommended do pass as amended. The House adopted the committee report, sending SB 1053, SB 1259, and SB 1475 to third reading and properly engrossing SB 1372 and SB 1478. On third reading, the House passed SB 1078, SB 1107, SB 1123, and SB 1142. SB 1142, a federal education tax credit bill, generated the most debate, with opponents arguing it would divert resources from public schools and primarily benefit wealthier families, while supporters said it would not affect state revenues and would allow Arizona families to benefit from an existing federal credit. The final vote on SB 1142 was 33 ayes to 26 nays, and the House then adjourned until 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Jun 13th, 2025

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry moves and Mr.
  • Madam Majority Leader, you are recognized. I move to lay the amendment. That's on the table.
  • Seconded by Assistant Majority Leader Garcia, this motion is not debatable.
  • The majority leader is asking for an aye vote, Mr. Flora is asking for a no vote.
  • Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry moves, and Assemblymember- Padwick seconds that this House stands adjourned
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 17th, 2026

California Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Richardson at the Majority Leader's desk has some introductions.
  • Senator Cabaldon is running to the Majority Leader's desk. He has guests to introduce.
  • He worked on affordability issues, and he was a very strong leader.
  • Bob Foster was a great man, a great leader.
  • He was a true leader, and I will miss him.
Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, observed a moment of silence for civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson, offered a prayer and pledge, and welcomed several guest delegations, including Hubert Humphrey Fellows and Congressman Jim Clyburn. Members gave extended remarks honoring Clyburn’s civil rights and congressional leadership, as well as his work on rural issues, the Affordable Care Act, and bipartisan relationships. The chamber also announced a joint hearing of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and the Assembly Committee on Business and Professions to be held upon adjournment. The main floor action was on Senate Resolution 72 by Senator Wahab, celebrating Lunar New Year. Senators from multiple caucuses spoke in support, highlighting the holiday’s significance across Asian cultures, its themes of family, renewal, courage, and community, and California’s large Asian American population. Several members also noted the history of Chinese immigrants in California and the importance of recognizing and supporting Asian American communities amid ongoing concerns about anti-Asian hate. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of 37-0. The remainder of the session was devoted to adjournment-in-memory tributes. Senator Becker honored Niles Telenius, a young climate and aviation advocate; Senator Gonzalez, joined by Senators Strickland, Laird, Cabaldon, and Umberg, honored former Long Beach Mayor Bob Foster for his leadership in city government, energy policy, and public service; and Senator Wiener honored Terence Allen for his work in San Francisco’s cannabis, LGBTQ, small business, and nightlife communities. The Senate then announced it would reconvene on Thursday, February 19, at 9 a.m., with recess until 3:30 p.m. for adjournment proceedings.