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• We celebrate.
• We celebrate. Leaders are proving that democracy is not a spectator sport.
• of Portugal, and April 18 as the Day of the Azores.
• He yelled at me one day.
• He died on a warm, beautiful day, two days before graduation, walking with his beloved Nina on a stroll

Summary: The Assembly met after a quorum call and opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several guest introductions recognizing the League of Women Voters of San Francisco Youth Council, the Jane Center of Northern California, a departing UC Sacramento intern, and members of the Sam Yup Benevolent Association/Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association. The chamber then moved to the Daily File, where most items were passed and retained on file, and AB 1044 was moved to the inactive file at the author’s request. The main floor action was on ACR 91, authored by Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry, which recognized June 2025 as Portuguese Heritage Month, June 10 as the Day of Portugal, and April 18 as the Day of the Azores. Supportive remarks highlighted the long history and contributions of Portuguese Americans in California, especially in agriculture, business, public service, and culture, and Assembly Member Macedo spoke as a co-author and second-generation Portuguese American. The resolution received 64 co-authors and was adopted by voice vote. Macedo also shared Portuguese sweet bread with members, and Aguiar-Curry introduced Portuguese dignitaries and community leaders in the chamber. The remainder of the session was devoted to adjournments in memory. Members honored Phil Jerizzo, Dr. Marvin Lavelle Boomer Jr., and Elizabeth Starr, describing their public service, mentorship, community leadership, and family legacies. The Assembly then announced upcoming session dates and adjourned until Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 9 a.m.

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• The best day, the best day of my life. I'll be the best day of my life.
• The best day of my life. The best day of my life. The best day of my life. The best day of my life.
• The best day of my life. The best day of my life. The best day of my life. The best day of my life.
• And we serve in the Senate that is finally composed of a majority of women, and today is a day to celebrate
• We celebrate this occasion, and we are unified in our excitement for this day.

Summary: The California State Senate held a special ceremonial session to swear in Monique Limón as the 50th President Pro Tempore, described throughout the event as the first Latina to hold the post and only the second woman to lead the chamber. The session opened with acknowledgments of statewide officials, tribal leaders, members of Congress, former legislative leaders, and other guests, followed by a quorum call, suspension of Senate Rule 55 to allow guests and media on the floor, a prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a land acknowledgement honoring the Miwok, Nisenan, Patwin, and Southern Maidu peoples. The ceremony included musical performances by Mariachi Bonitas and the Sacramento Women’s Choir/Genesis Church, after which several senators delivered remarks praising Limón’s leadership, coalition-building, work on education, labor, child care, wildfire response, and her role as a trailblazer for women and Latinas in California politics. Speakers also referenced the state’s fiscal challenges, federal policy concerns, and the importance of inclusive leadership. Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero administered the oath of office, and Limón was formally introduced as President Pro Tempore. In her acceptance remarks, Limón thanked her predecessor Mike McGuire, Governor Gavin Newsom, Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas, and her colleagues, family, and supporters. She emphasized her immigrant family background, the importance of education, child care, consumer protection, labor rights, and support for working families, and said California must continue to protect immigrants and expand opportunity. The Senate then announced a reception in the Capitol Rotunda and adjourned/recessed until January 8, 2026 at 9 a.m.

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• It could mean that you can't celebrate Women's History Month or Women's Equality Day or Diwali or Chinese
• Haitian Flag Day or Haitian Independence Day?
• ...of Haitians in the community not be able to celebrate Haitian Flag Day or Haitian Independence Day
• So if we saw, So if we're celebrating some, we need to celebrate all. So Rep.
• In my district, Broward Miami Day Carnival celebrates the rich culture, unity, and freedom of Caribbean

Summary: The House opened with prayer, a moment of silence for Army Sergeant Benjamin Pennington, the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognition of guests including law enforcement officers and several student visitors. The chamber then adopted the special order report and moved to the special order calendar, with members also approving the journal and establishing a quorum. Later in the day, the House paused for several introductions and farewell remarks, including extended closing speeches from Representatives Eskamani and Overdorf reflecting on their service, staff, constituents, and policy priorities. The House passed several bills, often after brief explanations and amendments. CS/SB 590 on the statute of limitations for failures to report child abuse was clarified to apply prospectively and passed 111-0. SB 418 on law enforcement interactions with individuals with autism spectrum disorder was amended to include House language and passed 111-0. CS/CS/SB 1668 on the Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Association (NICA) passed 112-0 after an amendment merging House and Senate provisions, and CS/SB 1246 on the linking industry to nursing education fund passed 112-0 after amendments expanding eligible contributions and program support. Additional bills approved included CS/CS/SB 1404 on memory care standards, CS/CS/SB 1030 on recovery residences, CS/CS/SB 422 on automatic dependent surveillance broadcasts for aviation safety, CS/CS/SB 598 on funeral, cemetery, and consumer services, and CS/CS/SB 178 on athletics in public K-12 schools, which would allow school coaches to use limited personal funds to support student-athletes with items such as food, transportation, and rehabilitation services, with parental consent added by amendment. Most of these measures passed unanimously or near-unanimously, with SB 422 passing 108-2. The House also heard debate on CS/CS/SB 1134, a bill restricting counties and municipalities from taking official actions related to DEI and limiting the use of public funds for DEI-related activities and contracts. Members questioned how the bill would affect local government practices, observances, and staff functions, and the sponsor explained several exceptions and enforcement provisions.

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• The best day, the best day of my life. I'll be the best day of my life.
• The best day of my life. The best day of my life. The best day of my life. The best day of my life.
• The best day of my life. The best day of my life. The best day of my life. The best day of my life.
• And we serve in a Senate that is finally composed of a majority of women, and today is a day to celebrate
• We celebrate this occasion, and we are unified in our excitement for this day.

Summary: The Senate held a special ceremonial session to swear in Monique Limón as the 50th President Pro Tempore of the California State Senate and the first Latina to hold the position. The proceedings included a roll call establishing quorum, a prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, a land acknowledgement, musical performances, and remarks from numerous senators and invited leaders. Speakers repeatedly highlighted the historic nature of the moment, Limón’s background as the daughter of immigrants and a former school board member and higher-education advocate, and her leadership on issues such as education, child care, labor, wildfire response, environmental protection, and immigrant rights. Several senators, including Mike McGuire, Caroline Menjivar, Sasha Renée Pérez, Steve Cabaldon, Catherine Blakespear, and Scott Wiener, praised Limón as a unifier, coalition-builder, and effective legislator. They emphasized her preparation, calm demeanor, and ability to work across differences, while also noting the broader significance of women’s leadership and gender parity in the Senate. Some remarks referenced current political and fiscal challenges facing California, including attacks on immigrants, reproductive freedom, health care, and the state budget. Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero administered the oath of office, after which Limón was formally introduced as the new pro tem. In her acceptance remarks, Limón thanked her predecessor, Governor Newsom, legislative leaders, her family, and the many guests in attendance. She spoke about her immigrant family, her Central Coast district, her work in education and higher education, and her commitment to protecting Californians, especially immigrants, children, working families, and communities facing economic and environmental hardship. The session concluded with an announcement that the Senate would recess and reconvene on January 8, 2026, after a reception in the Capitol Rotunda.

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• Just a couple of announcements: today is Primary Care Day.
• It's also Outdoor Recreation Day at the Capitol.
• President, start our days like the dancers, every single day.
• Charge of said celebration.
• , but the celebration is largely for the staff as well.

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• It's an honor to be a part of the celebration today.
• With me today, I have on the floor to celebrate SR 88 Patricia Cooper, the executive director of the
• In Cambodia specifically, the New Year is celebrated by a three-day public holiday with various acts
• Specifically, the New Year is celebrated by a three-day public holiday with various acts of worship performed
• on each day.

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• Whereas National Ballet Day celebrates ballet as one of the most expressive, disciplined, and enduring
• I rise today in celebration of National Ballet Day. Thank you, Mr. Speaker Pro Tem, and members.
• I rise today in celebration of National Ballet Day, a day that pays tribute to one of the most disciplined
• to day.
• Members, today is African-American Legislative Day.

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• of the day that may be filed later today.
• of the day that may be filed later today.
• of the day that may be filed later today.
• of the day that may be filed later today.
• the day that any supplemental orders of the day that may<00:09:32.920><c> be</c><00:09:33.120><c> filed

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• The clerk will read the journal of the preceding day.
• p.m. to celebrate Latino Day at the Capitol, hosted by the Minnesota Council of Latino Affairs, and
• celebrating our great Latino community in the state of Minnesota.
• to take a a day uh a minute<00:14:24.160><c> of</c><00:14:24.240><c> their</c><00:14:24.399><c> day<
• p.m. to celebrate a between 2 and 400 p.m. to celebrate a Latino<00:14:28.560><c> day</c><00:14:28.800

Keywords: 1183, house

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• I hereby appoint the honorable Adrienne Smith to act as Speaker pro tempore on this day.
• For each day is a sacred time to cherish, an opportunity to witness your work in our world.
• For you are faithful to us at all times, in days of celebration and in times of solemnity.
• </c><00:06:01.680><c> of</c> faithful to us at all times in days of faithful to us at all times in days
• </c> celebration and in times of somnity. celebration and in times of somnity.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, December 26, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• They are places where we escape the pain of reality and celebrate life and celebrate one another.
• They are places where we escape the pain of reality and celebrate life and celebrate one another.
• every day.
• Vote changes from the dais. Vote changes from the dais. is lifted. We are adjourned.
• Vote changes from the dais. Vote changes from the dais. Vote change, Schiavo, A.B.

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• Today is a great day across the globe where we celebrate the patron saint of Ireland, and we're reminded
• Thomas Martoma Church will celebrate their 45th annual parish day, reflecting on their years of heritage
• ><c> annual</c><00:20:03.280><c> parish</c><00:20:03.679><c> day</c> celebrate their 45th annual parish
• day celebrate their 45th annual parish day reflecting<00:20:04.799><c> on</c><00:20:04.960><c> their
• Patrick's Day, I rise to celebrate St.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Journal, the day. The Secretary will read. I'm sorry, Thursday, January 22nd.
• Some days that might be tougher, I've got to tell you, but most days not.
• Some days that might be tougher, I've got to tell you, but most days not.
• I stand completely agreeing with the remarks we've heard and celebrate. Senator Chapman.
• So with that, we have to celebrate a championship. Yes, no doubt. National champions.

Summary: The Senate met briefly and handled routine business, including approval of the previous day’s journal and referral of several bills and committee reports. Among the measures mentioned were SB 5720 (Uniform Debt Default Act), SB 6194 (allowing hospitals to refer to Ways and Means), SB 5931 (redirected to Rules), and SB 6294 (redirected to Ways and Means). The chamber also received messages from state officers and the House on several bills, including House-passed substitute SB 1066 and substitute HB 1187 and HB 1345. The main substantive action was adoption of Senate Resolution 8666, which recognized the University of Washington men’s soccer team for winning the 2025 NCAA championship, the program’s first. Senators spoke in support of the team’s achievement, highlighting the players’ Washington roots, the coaching staff, the team’s hard work, and the inspiration the championship provided. The resolution passed by voice vote. After adopting the resolution, the Senate welcomed members of the UW team and staff to the gallery and recognized them on the floor. No roll call vote was taken on the resolution, and the Senate adjourned until Monday, January 26.

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• That's 1,000 days as of last Friday. 1,000 days of kids having access to free breakfast and lunch at
• school every day. 1,000 days of no stigma in the lunchroom, less stress for families and kids, showing
• </c> school nutrition day at the state house. school nutrition day at the state house.
• day. 1,000 days of no stigma in the<00:05:20.000><c> lunchroom.
• </c><00:05:47.759><c> Also</c> early childhood awareness day. Also early childhood awareness day.

Keywords: 926, house, all

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• Patrick's Day, a day that acknowledges the resilience, heritage, and enduring spirit of the Irish people
• PATRICK'S DAY A DAY THAT ACKNOWLEDGES THE RESILIENCE, HERITAGE AND ENDURING SPIRIT OF THE IRISH PEOPLE
• Patrick's Day is more, of course, than a tribute to the past.
• Patrick's Day Has very much become day, but really a month of celebration across our communities.
• Patrick's Day, at 3:00 p.m.

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Summary: The Senate met on March 13, 2026, approved the prior day’s journal, received a message discharging Assembly Bill 2330 from committee and substituting identical Senate Bill 5843, and welcomed visiting delegations from Connecticut. The chamber also adopted privileged resolution J.1753, honoring Saint Patrick and Irish Americans and memorializing the Governor to proclaim March 2026 as Irish American Heritage Month. Senators Kavanagh and Fahy spoke in support, emphasizing Irish heritage, immigration, public service, and the St. Patrick’s Day tradition; the resolution was adopted and opened for co-sponsorship. The Senate then acted on a series of bills on the calendar. Measures passed included bills by Senators Hinchey, Comrie, Skoufis, Stavisky, Sanders, Kavanagh, Gianaris, Cleare, and others, with several receiving unanimous support and a few drawing recorded negative votes. Senator Fernandez’s education bill related to placing opioid antagonists with AEDs and first aid kits in schools passed 60-1 after supportive remarks from Senators Oberacker and Fernandez. A bill authorizing a study on lithium-ion battery fires also passed unanimously, with Senators Borrello and Weik explaining affirmative votes while urging caution about electric bus mandates. The most debated item was Calendar 446, Senator May’s bill directing the Department of Economic Development to move the Central New York Welcome Center from Destiny USA to the Equal Rights Heritage Center in Auburn. Senator Walczyk questioned the move’s cost, location, visitor traffic, and local support, arguing Destiny USA was the better site; Senator May responded that the state had built the Auburn facility and should provide sustainable operating support. The bill passed 47-15. The Senate then completed the controversial calendar and adjourned until Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.

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• So listen, I'm going to use this opportunity to really celebrate not only Greek Independence Day, but
• to celebrate democracy itself.
• in and day out.
• And Cesar Chavez Day was a day during the year that...
• I love farm workers, but I do believe we need to have an honorary day every year to celebrate Latino

Summary: The Assembly met, established a quorum after a roll call, and handled a series of procedural motions, guest introductions, and floor items. Members recognized several guests and student groups, then moved through the daily file, including second-reading items, Senate amendments, and the consent calendar, which was adopted 54-0. The chamber also adopted ACR 151 recognizing March 25 as Greek Independence Day, with 59 co-authors added, and ACR 146 designating March 2026 as Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month, with 61 co-authors added; both resolutions were adopted by voice vote. ACR 140, proclaiming March 21 as Women in STEM Day, also passed with 56 co-authors added and was adopted by voice vote. The most substantial debate centered on AB 2156, which renames Cesar Chavez Day as Farm Workers’ Day and declares an urgency clause. Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry and several members spoke in support, emphasizing recognition of farm workers’ collective contributions and, in light of recent revelations about Cesar Chavez, the need to honor the broader movement rather than one individual. Other members echoed support while discussing farmworker history, accountability, and the importance of acknowledging survivors. Assembly Member DeMaio supported the bill but criticized state policies affecting agriculture and argued for broader recognition of Latino Californians and farmworker policy reforms. The bill passed with 67 votes and was transmitted immediately to the Senate. Later, the Assembly recessed for the Joint Convention and heard the 26th State of the Judiciary address from Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero. She focused on judicial independence, threats to judges, remote proceedings, CARE Act implementation, trial court funding and judgeship shortages, AI use in courts, immigration-related courthouse concerns, State Bar reforms after the February 2025 bar exam problems, and judicial salaries. She also highlighted the judiciary’s centennial, the importance of collaboration with the Legislature and Governor Newsom, and the need to preserve equal access to justice. After the address was ordered printed in the Journal, the joint convention adjourned and the Assembly later adjourned until Thursday, March 26 at 9 a.m.

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• So listen, I'm going to use this opportunity to really celebrate not only Greek Independence Day, but
• to celebrate democracy itself.
• in and day out.
• And Cesar Chavez Day was a day during the year that...
• I love farm workers, but I do believe we need to have an honorary day every year to celebrate Latino

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• Doctor of the day: Dr.
• Whereas, National Ballet Day celebrates ballet as one of the most expressive, disciplined, and enduring
• I rise today in celebration of National Ballet Day, a day that pays tribute to one of the most disciplined
• to day.
• Members, today is African-American Legislative Day.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and a series of guest introductions and proclamations, including recognition of Arizona Statehood Day and National Ballet Day honoring Phoenix Ballet and artistic director Slawomir Wozniak. Members also announced committee substitutions and several bills were placed on the House calendar after second reading. On third reading, HB 2190, which would add an article relating to the Arizona Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants, failed on a 20-38 vote after debate over whether it was needed to support licensure compacts and workforce access. HB 2206, relating to SNAP and rulemaking, passed 33-25 after a brief dispute over whether it improperly delegated authority to the executive branch. HB 2396, also relating to SNAP and restrictions on purchases, drew extended debate over food deserts, personal choice, public health, and whether the state should limit what low-income families can buy; it passed 34-25. After announcements about upcoming committee meetings and events, members moved to reconsider the failed HB 2190 vote, and the motion carried. The House then recessed and reconvened later in the day, where it handled additional committee substitutions, withdrew several bills from committees for reassignment, and read HB 2999 for the first time before adjourning until February 17, 2026.

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• </c> in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Day parade. in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Day parade.
• in this day and age.
• in this day and age.
• </c> be celebrated. be celebrated.
• </c> that's when we celebrated it. that's when we celebrated it.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, February 9, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• These 42 women work for equity and opportunity for women every day, professionally or as activists.
• every day.
• Women's History Month is an important time for us to celebrate and acknowledge the vast contributions
• Women's History Month is an important time for us to celebrate and acknowledge the vast contributions
• Women's History Month is an important time for us to celebrate and acknowledge the vast contributions

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and suspended several rules and notices for floor business. The chamber approved the journals for March 9–12, 2026, and suspended Joint Rule 62(a) to allow a Budget Subcommittee on Education hearing on item 6120 with short notice. The body then took up third reading items, beginning with SCR 114 designating March 15–21 as National Surveyors’ Week. Senator Grove spoke in support, emphasizing the historical importance of surveyors and their role in infrastructure, land ownership, and economic development. The resolution passed unanimously, 40-0, and Grove introduced guest Christy Ashay, president of the California Land Surveyors Association. The Senate next considered SR 76 recognizing Women’s History Month and honoring 42 women from across California. Senator Menjivar led the resolution, highlighting women’s contributions and calling for continued policy work on equity, pay, and opportunity. Senators Richardson, Perez, Rubio, Wahab, and others spoke in support on behalf of the Black, LGBTQ+, Latino, Jewish, AAPI, and other caucuses, citing women’s historic and ongoing leadership and the need to address persistent inequality. The resolution was adopted unanimously, 40-0. After the vote, the Senate proceeded to a lengthy floor ceremony recognizing the Women of the Year honorees from each district, with brief biographies read into the record for community leaders, educators, public safety officials, veterans, advocates, business owners, and others. The session concluded with an adjournment in memory of James Bernard Peth, offered by Senator Ashby in honor of the father of Senate Ethics Committee Chief Counsel Aaron Peth. The Senate announced it would recess and reconvene on March 19, 2026, at 9 a.m.