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ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Chairman, I would move to send the gubernatorial reappointment of Clayton Steele to the Board of Environmental
Committee:
Senate Health and Welfare
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session May 23rd, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Commission on Pensions and Retirement - 05/05/26
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- things that people forget about the importance of Minnesota's creditworthiness is that New York, the bond
- things that people forget about the importance of Minnesota's creditworthiness is that New York, the bond
- things that people forget about the importance of Minnesota's creditworthiness is that New York, the bond
- things that people forget about the importance of Minnesota's creditworthiness is that New York, the bond
- New York, the bond rating agencies where we go and borrow money, not only as the state of Minnesota,
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Ways and Means Mar 20th, 2026
Joint Committee on Ways and Means
Transcript Highlights:
- Number two, the Legal Defense Fund that provides legal representation for bond hearings, and it's in
- Eventually, a federal judge ordered a bond hearing for Francisco, and he was released and reunited with
- There never was a real essential need for that because people were getting bonds.
- child, but also what it was like to have a social worker that leaned in and helped her to keep the bond
- with her mother. ...helped her to keep the bond with her mother, and through that, she brought Maya
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on Ways and Means
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- [Clears throat] We also have our AAA bond ratings that demonstrate rating agencies' continued confidence
- I remember speaking to you before you went into your bond rating meetings, and I just want to thank you
- Chair, just comment, but I certainly realize the downside of our AAA bond rating by doing such a thing
- downside of but I certainly realize the downside of our<01:09:02.319><c> AAA</c><01:09:02.839><c> bond
- rating by doing such a our AAA bond rating by doing such a thing<01:09:05.240><c> because</c><01:09:
Bills:
HF3425
Committee:
House Ways and Means
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Concurrent House Standing Comm on Elec, Const Amnd & Intergovernmental Affairs & State Gov (2-18-26)
Transcript Highlights:
- And those numbers are going to escalate as some of these bonds have to be refinanced in the future.
- And those numbers are going to escalate as some of these bonds have to be refinanced in the future.
- all that stuff when you have a debt crisis and interest rates spike and people don't want to buy the bonds
- all that stuff when you have a debt crisis and interest rates spike and people don't want to buy the bonds
- all that stuff when you have a debt crisis and interest rates spike and people don't want to buy the bonds
Keywords:
Concurrent meeting of the House Standing Committee on Elections, Constitutional Amendments, and Intergovernmental Affairs and the House Standing Committee on State Government.
Title of video has been shortened due to YouTube length restrictions.
Discussion of HCR 45: 00:04:14, 958, all
Summary:
The joint meeting of the House Elections, Constitutional Amendments and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee and the House State Government Committee was called to consider House Concurrent Resolution 45, sponsored by Representative Jason Petri. The resolution would support calling for a federal balanced budget amendment through the Article V process. Petri argued that Kentucky’s own constitutional balanced-budget requirement shows the value of fiscal restraint, and he said decades of federal deficit spending and rising debt make a constitutional amendment necessary. Governor Ron DeSantis and Lauren Ends of the National Campaign for a Balanced Budget Amendment also testified in support, emphasizing the growth of federal debt, the risk of a future debt crisis, and the view that Congress is unlikely to solve the problem on its own.
Members asked about the mechanics and risks of an Article V convention, including whether the convention’s “sole purpose” language would be enforceable and whether a convention could become a “runaway” process. DeSantis and Ends said states can impose guardrails on delegates, including criminal penalties and delegate-limitation laws, and noted that any proposed amendment would still require ratification by 38 states. They also said that if Congress chose to draft the amendment itself in response to state pressure, that would be acceptable. One witness said 18 states have passed faithful-delegate or delegate-limitation laws.
Representative Callaway asked what would happen if the debt issue is not addressed. Witnesses responded that continued borrowing could lead to economic dislocation, higher interest costs, and a debt crisis that would crowd out other federal spending. They said the current debt burden is already more than $100,000 per U.S. citizen and roughly $300,000 per taxpayer, and that a balanced budget amendment would be a first step toward stopping the growth of debt before any long-term paydown could occur. The transcript provided does not show a final vote or other committee action on the resolution.
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations - Room 210; 22 January, 2026: 1:30 PM
Appropriations
Transcript Highlights:
- So historically, you know, what we do, we require bonds and letters of credit to secure plugging operations
- that we're doing, some of those are jobs that if an operator goes under, we're collecting on those bonds
- that we're doing, some of those are jobs that if an operator goes under, we're collecting on those bonds
- c> letters</c><01:24:56.560><c> of</c><01:24:56.719><c> credit</c><01:24:56.960><c> to</c> require bonds
- and letters of credit to require bonds and letters of credit to secure<01:24:58.480><c> plugging</c>
Committee:
Joint Appropriations
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- In November of 2023, our community passed a $21.35 million bonding referendum to address critical issues
- If the $55 million bond is passed today, the sales tax exemption for construction materials would help
- and technology and trade center, as well as additional instructional spaces within the $55 million bond
- instructional spaces within the<00:32:34.559><c> $55</c><00:32:35.039><c> million</c><00:32:35.600><c> bond
- </c> the $55 million bond. the $55 million bond.
Committee:
Senate Taxes
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- <00:36:37.760><c> do</c> afford stocks not a lot of us can do afford stocks not a lot of us can do bonds
- 00:36:39.720><c> you</c><00:36:39.880><c> that</c><00:36:40.079><c> a</c><00:36:40.520><c> 90%</c> bonds
- but uh I can tell you that a 90% bonds but uh I can tell you that a 90% silver<00:36:42.000><c> dime
- That's not the case with stocks, bonds, mutual funds.
- mutual funds um a case with stocks bonds mutual funds um a another<00:40:44.119><c> point</c><00:40:
Committee:
House Taxes
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
FIN/WAM Joint Info Briefing - Tue Jan 21, 2025 @ 1:00 PM HST
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- But getting back to the housing part, the city was also not in the business of private activity bonds
- It hadn't been in the business of private activity bonds for 23 years.
- Um, but that's going to be a big issue for us because, you know, we have bonds.
- do any more projects as far as bonding or capital improvement.
- Bonding or capital improvement.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Full Formal with Calendar) Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The paper from the House: The House bill providing for the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the
- He fought for its inclusion in transportation bond bills and was very proud to see ground finally be
Summary:
The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and then took up several bills and procedural matters. It adopted an emergency preamble and passed to be enacted a sick leave bank for Anisee Contreras of the Trial Court, and it also passed a bill reauthorizing the town of Swansea to issue additional on-premises liquor licenses. The chamber ordered several other bills to third reading, including a Wellesley bill on police and fire residency limits and a House bill on Commonwealth bond terms, along with multiple calendar items that were advanced without debate.
The Senate then considered and passed the bill increasing access to disposable menstrual products in prisons, homeless shelters, and public schools. Senators Comerford and O'Connor spoke in strong support, describing the measure as a continuation of prior Senate action and a response to period poverty, with O'Connor highlighting community efforts by Free Period and related funding support. The bill was amended, ordered to a third reading, and passed to be engrossed by a unanimous roll call. The Senate also passed a bill on menstrual product ingredient disclosure after adopting a Ways and Means amendment; Comerford said the measure would require manufacturers to disclose ingredients and chemicals, citing concerns about PFAS and other harmful substances. That bill also passed to be engrossed by roll call.
The chamber next took up a major public safety bill strengthening the move-over law. Senator Tarr described the bill as expanding protections to utility workers and disabled vehicles and adding escalating penalties, while Senator Feeney emphasized the dangers faced by workers on roadways and the need to protect them. Several proposed amendments were considered: one on municipally owned utility vehicles was adopted, while amendments on interior lights during stops, higher penalties, non-surchargeability, green lights for municipal emergency management vehicles, and public access to driving records were rejected or withdrawn. The amended bill was then ordered to a third reading and passed to be engrossed by a 39-0 roll call.
The Senate also paused to honor the late Senator Edward J. Kennedy of Lowell, adopting a motion to adjourn in his memory after a tribute to his public service and community advocacy. Earlier, the chamber recognized a guest, Rocco LaGrasso, during Italian-American Heritage Month. The session ended with the Senate adjourning to meet again the following Monday at 11 a.m.
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda May 26th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- This was the purpose of that Liberty Bell: for a savings bond drive in 1950, the Treasury Department
- loudspeakers festooned with red, white, and blue banners, and then they were promoting the Liberty Bonds
Summary:
The America 250 in Idaho Advisory Council met to review planning for Idaho’s 250th anniversary celebrations and related statewide programming. Members approved the May 11, 2026 minutes and received a financial update showing about $54,967.53 currently available to spend before fiscal year-end, with additional interest and donation revenue expected after July 1. Staff also reported that most grant funds have been dispersed, with about $17,500 remaining to be paid once grant agreements are finalized.
Treasurer Ellsworth gave a broad update on America 250 activities across Idaho, including more than 1,900 volunteer ambassadors, co-branding by cities, counties, businesses, schools, and veterans groups, and numerous local events and displays. He highlighted the Liberty Bell tour planning, the Liberty Grove tree-planting effort, the 250,000 acts of service milestone, and the distribution of “to-go” celebration packets and volunteer support for Fourth of July events. Jesse Barcroft outlined the July 4 Capitol celebration, describing a pancake breakfast, parade, flyover, booths, concerts, Capitol tours, food trucks, and a lineup of performers led by Josh Ritter, with outreach to groups such as the DAR and SAR.
Other updates focused on statewide and national America 250 programming. Hannah Hine reported on federal initiatives including the “Our American Story” oral history program, America’s Block Party, the American Field Trip contest, the Freedom Truck mobile museum visit to Idaho, the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., and the American Heroes art contest. Stephen Hatcher described Arts Idaho’s Cowgirl Congress in the Wood River Valley and the Blackfoot Ranch Rodeo partnership, emphasizing traditional arts, ranch culture, and archival documentation. Idaho Public Television also reported on educational materials, live coverage plans for the July 4 parade and concert, and an upcoming hour-long special highlighting how Idaho communities are celebrating America 250. The committee ended by setting its next meeting for June 10 and then adjourned.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- Bonds were issued. Those bonds have been paid off over the last 20 years.
Committee:
Senate Insurance
Keywords:
automobile repairs, insurance transparency, repair shop liability, non-OEM parts, policyholder rights, automobile insurance, appraisal process, insurance policyholders, dispute resolution, claim valuation, family leave, insurance, paid leave, employment benefits, caregiver support, behavioral health, crisis services, mental health care, insurance coverage, healthcare access
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Apr 29th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- James Burlson to the co of bond Over sight. Senator Pugughh, Mr.
- President, I move that the Senate do advise and consent to the nomination of James Burlson to the co of bond
Bills:
HB2268 , HB3000 , HB3043 , HB3066 , HB3078 , HB3143 , HB3144 , HB3244 , HB3298 , HB3320 , HB3467 , HB3321 , HB3329 , HB3431 , HB3464 , HB3499 , HB3500 , HB3586 , HB3590 , HB3650 , HB3671 , HB3695 , HB3700 , HB3701 , HB3764 , HB3767 , HB3834 , HB3931 , HB3934 , HB3940 , HB3944 , HB3979 , HB3985 , HB4113 , HB4294 , HB4302 , HB4317 , HB4324 , HB4359 , HB4426 , HB4427 , HB4430 , HB4431 , HB4434 , HJR1077 , SR42 , SR35 , HJR1023 , HB1225 , HB1374 , HB1381 , HB1590 , HB1675 , HB2153
Keywords:
HB2268, Oklahoma Health Care Authority, OHCA, appropriation, General Revenue Fund, PACE, Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, elderly care, aging Oklahomans, long-term care, Medicaid, health care funding, provider reimbursement, rate increase, low-income seniors, senior services, integrated care, emergency measure, cosmetology, barbering
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Expanding accessibility by encouraging autonomous vehicle adoption in MN | Senator John Jasinski Apr 10th, 2026
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Finance Feb 26th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- may include, but is not limited to, pooling receipts from the sales and use tax, pledging taxes to bonds
- issued by one or more parties, and allocating the proceeds of taxes to the bonds issued.
Summary:
House Finance met on February 26 and heard several tax and housing-related bills. Substitute Senate Bill 6343 would extend the deadline to apply for a property tax exemption for improvements to single-family homes damaged by natural disasters, with sponsors citing recent flooding and the need to help displaced homeowners in multiple counties. Local officials from Kent and Algona testified in support, describing flood damage and ongoing recovery needs. The bill was heard but no vote was taken.
Senate Bill 6347 would roll back the higher estate tax rates enacted in 2025, while leaving the higher exemption amount in place. Committee staff said the bill would reduce revenue to the Education Legacy Trust account by about $44.8 million starting in fiscal year 2027 and about $389.9 million over the 2027-29 biennium. Supporters argued the higher rates could harm family businesses and encourage wealthy residents to leave; opponents said the bill would mainly benefit very large estates and would worsen budget pressures by reducing funds for education and child care. Public testimony was mixed, and the bill was heard without action.
The committee also heard Senate Bill 6244, which would extend a hazardous substance tax exemption for agricultural crop protection products stored in Washington for out-of-state sale until 2038. The sponsor and a logistics witness said the exemption helps farmers get products faster, supports regional distribution, and improves competitiveness; staff said the revenue impact would be small. Finally, Senate Bill 6114 would define “fixture” and “affixed” for real estate excise tax purposes to make tax treatment of attached property clearer, and Senate Bill 6027 would broaden allowable uses of several local affordable housing funding sources, including rehabilitation and operations of existing housing, rental assistance in some counties, and expanded uses for Affordable Housing for All grants. Both of those bills drew support from state and local housing officials and advocates, and the committee adjourned after the hearings with no recorded votes.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- She is proposing that the Treasury issue United States bonds backed by or tied to gold.
- Tying our bonds to gold would be a step in the direction of tying our monetary system back to gold, which
Committee:
Senate State Affairs
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- For example, if you file for a recorder of deeds or collector of revenue, you have to file a bond.
- The incumbents already have those assurity bonds that are paid for by each county.
Summary:
The Committee on Elections first met in executive session and took up a committee substitute for H.J.R. 122, which combined H.J.R. 122 with related measures H.J.R. 104 and H.J.R. 149. Representative Banderman offered and the committee adopted an amendment limiting leadership terms in the resolution from three terms to two for the House speaker and from two terms to one for the Senate president. The committee then adopted the revised substitute and voted the combined resolution do pass by a 9-1 vote.
In public hearing, the committee heard HB 1987, a technical fix to local filing deadlines for declarations of candidacy when the deadline falls on a holiday. Representative Hinman explained the bill was requested by city and school clerks to avoid requiring offices to open on holidays such as New Year’s Eve or Christmas Day. Testimony from city, municipal, and county clerk organizations was unanimously supportive, and no opposition was offered.
The committee also heard HCR 23, which urges Congress to recognize state authority over election laws and campaign finance. Sponsor Representative Perkins and supporting witnesses argued the resolution is a federalism measure grounded in the Tenth Amendment and noted that similar resolutions have passed in 24 other states. Some members questioned whether the resolution could conflict with federal election policy or allow inconsistent state approaches, but the sponsor said the measure simply affirms state authority and does not mandate any specific policy.
Finally, the committee heard HB 1802, which would allow poll challengers and watchers to be present during in-person absentee voting in first-class and charter counties, with procedures for advance notice. The sponsor said the bill was intended to create consistency after differing county practices and to address issues seen in St. Charles County during the 2024 election. The St. Charles County election director supported the bill as a clarification of existing law, while some members raised concerns about unequal treatment of counties and the potential for disruption. The hearing concluded without a vote on HB 1987, HCR 23, or HB 1802.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Labor & Workplace Standards Feb 18th, 2026 at 08:00 am
Labor & Workplace Standards
Transcript Highlights:
- We all heard of Barry Bonds with the asterisk, right? You know, like you took steroids...
- We all heard of Barry Bonds with the asterisk, right?
Bills:
SB5944
Committee:
House Labor & Workplace Standards
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- We're going to go to tab 2, SB 642, foreign and alien bail bond insurers.
- foreign and alien insurers so that they operate under the same rules as domestic ones in the bail bond
Committee:
Senate Criminal Justice