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FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Community Affairs Jan 27th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- This is a state preemption bill, and it's titled preemption to the state, but I feel like it's more of
- And again, as our friend from the League of Cities stated, any bill that titled preemption of the state
- And again, as our friend from the League of Cities stated, any bill that titled preemption of the state
- And again, as our friend from the League of Cities stated, any bill that titled preemption of the state
- Your own state statutes and state regulations couldn't meet this standard.
Summary:
The committee met with a quorum and considered a series of bills, many focused on local government authority, land use, housing, and public notice requirements. Several measures were reported favorably, including SB 984 on firefighter cancer benefits and prevention, SB 1612 requiring local governments to accept electronic payments, SB 936 on temporary door locking devices, SB 962 on affordable housing protections for farms, SB 218 on land use regulations in hurricane-affected counties, SB 1020 on regulation of chickee huts, and SB 1434 on infill redevelopment of environmentally challenged properties. SB 1180 on community development district recall elections was amended to narrow and clarify the recall process and to add provisions on synthetic turf and compact urban mixed-use districts before being reported favorably. SB 380 on legal notices was also amended and reported favorably despite significant opposition from the Florida Press Association, Common Cause, and others who argued it would further fragment public notice access; supporters said it would modernize publication options and save money.
Testimony on the bills was mixed. Supporters of the housing and redevelopment measures argued they would increase attainable housing, streamline approvals, and make better use of underutilized or contaminated land, while local government groups and advocacy organizations warned about overdevelopment, reduced public input, infrastructure strain, and conflicts with comprehensive planning. On SB 1444, which combined preemptions related to religious gatherings, private clubs, and certain permitting requirements, supporters framed it as protecting religious freedom and limiting local micromanagement, while the League of Cities and the Florida Association of Counties opposed it as overly broad and unclear; the bill nevertheless passed favorably after debate. SB 218 was presented as restoring normal land-use authority in counties unaffected by hurricanes while preserving protections in damaged areas, and SB 984 was described as clarifying firefighter cancer benefits and health coverage rules; both passed without controversy.
The committee also heard extensive testimony on SB 948, a strike-all on local government land development regulations and orders that would create a statewide framework for starter homes and lot-split rules within urban growth areas. Supporters said it would expand housing supply and reduce regulatory delays, while opponents said it would override local zoning, weaken infrastructure and environmental protections, and apply too broadly. The bill drew support from housing advocates and some local officials, but opposition from the Florida League of Cities, Florida Association of Counties, and others. The transcript ends with SB 948 still under consideration, with testimony continuing and no final vote shown in the excerpt.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Transportation Infrastructure Revenue Subcommitee Aug 21st, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- My district goes up to the Texas state line and to the border with Mexico, and it also includes the Santa
- These students are citizens of the United States.
- You know, there's a lot of need around the state.
- They've mentioned that they would be willing to lend the money through the state if the state would guarantee
- I go throughout the state just like you all do.
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Chronic Wasting Disease Task Force Mar 4th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- As compared, and I'll be mentioned in other states, but other states, though, have very limited hunting
- And I think you will see the rest of the state.
- , if it's not already somewhere in the state now.
- I've stated an idea, most likely I might go.
- And he's bringing deer out of Texas. I said, no, he can't bring deer out of Texas.
Summary:
The committee and invited witnesses discussed chronic wasting disease surveillance and response in Louisiana, focusing on both wild deer and captive deer facilities. LDWF staff said surveillance goals are being met in about 32 of 64 parishes, but there are gaps in low-sample areas, and they described current efforts using voluntary hunter-harvested deer sampling, targeted sampling in higher-risk animals, and coordination with D-MAP properties. Witnesses and members raised possible ways to improve detection, including incentives for testing, use of taxidermists and processors to collect samples from older bucks, possible mandatory testing tied to special doe days or special seasons, and better use of D-MAP or mobile sampling units. Several members also suggested environmental testing, better deer-density data, and clearer mapping of hotspots and source areas.
A major portion of the discussion centered on how to respond when a positive CWD case is found. Members debated whether Louisiana should follow an Arkansas-style approach, including allowing baiting during hunting season while using other tools to manage disease, versus stricter no-bait or no-feeding rules. Some members argued that immediate restrictions after a positive discourage hunters from submitting samples and hurt landowners and feed businesses, and suggested delaying new restrictions until the end of the season while intensifying sampling. Others emphasized that any response should be science-based and should preserve hunter participation. There was also discussion of whether control areas should be parish-based or based on geographic distance, and whether the state should establish thresholds that would allow a control zone to be reduced or removed if enough negative samples are collected.
For captive deer facilities, LDWF and LDAF staff reviewed the USDA herd certification program and current surveillance practices. They said Louisiana has about 350 licensed deer facilities, including breeder and hunting facilities, and that a 2024 positive in Jeff Davis Parish led to depopulation and 12 quarantine farms; follow-up testing in 2025 found no new positives in the traced facilities. Staff said the state has relied on USDA competitive grants for diagnostic testing in the last two years, covering roughly $100,000 to $150,000 annually, while department self-generated funds covered more than $800,000 over the last three years. Members and witnesses recommended mandatory enrollment in the USDA herd certification program, mandatory 24-hour reporting of positives to LDWF and USDA APHIS, and clearer, reciprocal communication between LDWF and LDAF when positives are found. No votes were taken; the chair said staff would compile the discussion and written recommendations for consideration at the April 9 commission meeting, with the understanding that the committee will later make formal recommendations to the Legislature.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
03/19/2026 - House Artificial Intelligence & Innovation
Artificial Intelligence & Innovation
Transcript Highlights:
- And if we don't do certain things in this state, Texas, the state I was born in, will do it absolutely
- and we take the harshest privacy law in any of the 50 states and apply that to all 50 states.
- in a state.
- portion of the state.
- But yes, there are grants that come out of the Department of the Interior for states or state forestry
Bills:
SB1020
Committee:
House Artificial Intelligence & Innovation
Keywords:
special plates, Arizona Space Commission, transportation, funding, space exploration, 1182, all
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- It has been filed in various other states. Texas, I believe, has passed a similar measure.
- Various other states. Texas, I believe, has passed a similar measure on it.
- U.S. government, the state, or any county, municipality, or other political subdivision of the state.
- No other state in the union has an administrative exhaustion requirement in conjunction with their state
- The states are not free.
Committee:
House Commerce
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Transportation, Highways & Military Affairs Committee, February 10, 2026
Transportation, Highways & Military Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Every state has my counterpart. Wyoming. Every state has my counterpart.
- but still across several states.
- but still across several states.
- but still across several states.
- but still across several states.
Bills:
HB0032
Keywords:
English proficiency, commercial drivers, vehicle operation, traffic safety, penalties, 916, all
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education Feb 18th, 2026
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education
Transcript Highlights:
- This largest state college we have in the state, it's a major job and a major commitment to oversee such
- This largest state college we have in the state, it's a major job and a major commitment to oversee such
- I live in Texas. Texas, okay. Any further questions? Thank you very much.
- the state of Florida.
- It's obviously the only STEM-based state university in the state system and has been around for a little
Bills:
S1694
Keywords:
technology education, digital literacy, artificial intelligence, computer science, high school graduation
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee on Higher Education met with a quorum present and first took up CS for SB 1694, which would require technology-integrated postsecondary general education core courses to include digital literacy and competency instruction, including use of artificial intelligence tools, and encourage high school computer science courses with AI content to teach how AI systems use data, their benefits and limitations, and responsible use in academic and personal contexts. The bill drew support from several speakers who emphasized the need for students to understand AI’s capabilities, limitations, ethics, and risks, while one speaker raised concerns about overreliance on AI and the loss of skills. Senator Davis said the bill was a good step toward preparing the future workforce and suggested earlier instruction might be worth considering later. The bill was reported favorably, and Senator Leek asked to be recorded in the affirmative.
The committee then heard a long series of confirmation presentations for trustees at multiple Florida colleges and universities, including Tallahassee State College, USF, UNF, Palm Beach State College, the College of the Florida Keys, Hillsborough College, Miami-Dade College, Florida A&M University, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida International University, New College of Florida, Florida Polytechnic University, and the University of Florida. The appointees generally emphasized student success, workforce alignment, fiscal responsibility, access and affordability, and institutional growth; several members and senators offered supportive comments, with some asking about specific issues such as Tallahassee State’s NCLEX passage rates and the need for continued improvement. One appointee’s attendance was delayed or skipped for later consideration, but the committee ultimately took a block vote and reported the confirmations favorably to the Ethics and Elections Committee.
Finally, Chair Harrell gave a brief overview of the higher education budget, describing a total of $11.9 billion and highlighting increases for workforce education, Florida College System operating funds, workforce development capitalization, the Rural Incentive for Professional Educators program, the USF Center for Nursing, preeminent research universities, UCF’s community school grant program, UF’s Lassinger Center on Learning, the Florida Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment, and campus security through a postsecondary guardian program. Senator Davis asked about a transfer related to the workforce development capitalization and incentive grant fund, and the chair explained it was a transfer of an existing program with new funds being added. There was no public comment on the budget, and the meeting adjourned after Senator Leek requested to be recorded in the affirmative on SB 1694.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- ><c> but</c><01:32:03.440><c> most</c> the state senate, state house, but most the state senate, state
- state? state?
- </c> state of Alabama. state of Alabama.
- </c><04:05:14.960><c> because</c> our state to go to other states because our state to go to other states
- </c> the state. the state.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Children, Families, and Elder Affairs Feb 4th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- IN ITS CURRENT STATE, IT HAS BEEN AROUND SINCE 1992.
- PUT BEHAVIORAL DETECTION SYSTEMS IN PLACE SO IT COULD DETECT THREAT FACTORS THAT SEEK TO DEFRAUD THE STATE
- THIS SLIDE HERE, JUST QUICKLY, ILLUSTRATES THE CURRENT STATE.
- THAT IS CURRENT THE STATE AS IT IS NOW AND IT'S IN A LOT OF SYSTEMS.
- ONE THING IS THAT WE HAVE BEEN IN TALKS WITH TEXAS.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jun 18th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It's a tax on... ...the state sales and pre-written software and software services.
- Affordability is a real problem in this state.
- California. state government of California.
- And I also just want to note that this isn't just about the state budget.
- Welcome to the California State Senate.
Summary:
The Senate opened with a quorum call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance, then honored astronaut Captain Victor J. Glover Jr. for his achievements as a Navy officer, NASA astronaut, and California native. Senators Weber Pearson and Rubio highlighted his historic space missions and his role as an inspiration for students, especially in STEM, before the chamber took a photo with Glover and his family.
The body then took up SCR 183 on Juneteenth. Senator Weber Pearson presented the resolution as a commemoration of emancipation and a reminder of the ongoing struggle for racial justice. Senators Padilla, Smallwood-Cuevas, Valladares, and Becker spoke in support from the perspectives of the Latino, LGBTQ, Women’s, Hispanic, and Jewish caucuses, emphasizing historical memory, faith, and the need to continue fighting discrimination. The resolution passed unanimously, 39-0.
The Senate next considered budget trailer bills SB 110, SB 122, and SB 125. SB 110 made technical budget amendments and passed 29-10. SB 122 expanded sales tax to electronically delivered prewritten software, extended and limited business tax credits, adjusted LLC minimum taxes, and included other revenue changes; supporters said it helped balance the budget and protect services, while opponents argued it would raise costs for businesses, hospitals, and families. It passed 27-9. SB 125 created a federally compliant managed care organization tax to support Medi-Cal and avoid deeper cuts; supporters said it was necessary after federal changes eliminated the prior tax, while opponents warned premiums could rise. It also passed 27-9.
The chamber also adopted SR 114 designating June 15-21, 2026 as AVID Week, and SJR 14 urging a Congressional Gold Medal for World War II Army and Navy nurses, both by unanimous roll call. SCR 187 recognizing Father’s Day in California also passed unanimously. The Senate then approved a large consent calendar and closed with remarks about Juneteenth and the next session scheduled for June 22, 2026.
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House State Government Committee Mar 18th, 2026
State Government
Transcript Highlights:
- And a lot of this kind of stuff with state parks, if it involves something small with a state park, of
- I think was mentioned um state agencies.
- ><00:31:17.360><c> that</c><00:31:17.520><c> a</c><00:31:17.679><c> solar</c> Um, now surrounding states—Texas
- Um now surrounding states uh<00:31:38.320><c> of</c><00:31:38.559><c> Texas</c><00:31:39.519><c> uh</
- ><c> interest</c><00:32:27.360><c> in</c> state has a legitimate interest in state has a legitimate interest
Committee:
House State Government
Keywords:
expungement, criminal records, courts, victim rights, rehabilitation, Alabama law, SB337, Montgomery County, probate judge, judge of probate, county officer compensation, salary increase, circuit judge parity, local legislation, county commission, general fund, public official pay, judicial compensation, Montgomery County Legislation, construction management
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Intellectual Freedom Protection Act created, HF3101 3/26/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:03:49.600><c> Tech</c> For instance, uh at Texas Tech For instance, uh at Texas Tech University
- I'm a senior state Colleen Lindgren.
- There are 11 submitted, we listed states There are 11 states<00:06:20.360><c> since</c><00:06:20.600
- </c><00:07:56.440><c> and</c> requirements are violative of state and requirements are violative of state
- </c> institutions here at the state institutions here at the state legislature. legislature. legislature
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Transportation Infrastructure Revenue Subcommitee Jul 16th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- This is significant in our state.
- And that's state funds from the State Road Fund. That happens every year.
- That's a good segue because I heard recently, I don't know how true it is or not, that some states, Texas
- And keeping in mind that other states, I believe Texas is one, have the ability to add revenue sources
- state, we get heavy truck traffic.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> that our wealthy and generous state that our wealthy and generous state would<00:00:59.039><c> regard
- Good to go. state law with federal conformity state law with federal conformity standards,<00:10:32.560
- And this ensures state increasing wages.
- </c> forfeite of benefits is only state forfeite of benefits is only state veterans<00:11:11.680><c>
- Minnesota has an Ohio, and even Texas.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- My district actually borders Mexico and borders El Paso, Texas.
- On the Texas side, Texas is exploding—population growth, economic opportunities, and development.
- I retired from state government in 2011.
- You all have heard that in the State of the State.
- State police would say, that's what the feds would say.
Committee:
Senate Senate Judiciary
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- A Texas-based pipeline company could suddenly be conflated with a Chinese state-owned company, and it's
- Nick Cuncle from the Louisiana State Law Institute.
- Yes, Nick Cuncle, Louisiana State Law Institute.
- Yes, Nick Cuncle, Louisiana State Law Institute.
- Same with Nick Cuncle, Louisiana State Law Institute.
Committee:
Senate Judiciary A
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the censorship industrial complex. Mar 25th, 2025 at 01:00 pm
Constitution Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- The issue we are here to discuss extends far beyond the borders of the United States.
- Of course, this alliance was all too happy to wield traditional state power as well.
- The United States Capitol, particularly by one or two of the witnesses at the table.
- they dissociated from the NRA was enough to defeat a motion to dismiss by the state.
- President Trump has sued CBS in Texas federal court based on that theory.
Committee:
Senate Constitution Subcommittee
Keywords:
censorship, First Amendment, social media, misinformation, free speech, government regulation, Big Tech, public discourse
Summary:
The meeting primarily focused on the implications of government involvement in censorship, particularly regarding social media platforms and compliance with misinformation standards. senators and witnesses discussed growing concerns over the influence of large tech companies, like Facebook and Google, in shaping public discourse and suppressing dissenting views. A significant part of the meeting included testimonies from various experts emphasizing the dangers of the 'censorship industrial complex'—a term used to describe the collaborative efforts between government entities and private organizations to control information flow. This collaboration is viewed as a violation of First Amendment rights, with calls for urgent legislative action to restore free speech protections.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, April 28, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> build more in the United States. build more in the United States.
- The Chair now recognizes the gentleman from the great state of Texas, Mr.
- </c><00:22:00.880><c> Weber,</c><00:22:01.280><c> for</c> great state of Texas, Mr.
- Weber, for great state of Texas, Mr. Weber, for five<00:22:01.679><c> minutes.
- state of Texas has region in the entire state of Texas has never<02:10:12.880><c> been</c><02:10:13.040
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Pro Forma Floor Session Feb 18th, 2026 at 12:30 pm
Washington Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- So enriched as a state, in our state, with the values and the culture of Japanese Americans.
- President, in our state, those values.
- They were a Texas unit, mostly out of Texas, that was completely surrounded, and nobody thought they
- Dairy Council, Washington State Dairy Women's Organization, and this year's Washington State Dairy Ambassadors
- Dairy Council, Washington State Dairy Women's Organization, and this year's Washington State Dairy Ambassadors
Summary:
The Senate first handled routine business, including approving the previous day’s journal, receiving House messages transmitting House Bill 73 and Second Substitute House Bill 1784, and referring Senate Bill 6353 to the Committee on State Government, Tribal Affairs, and Elections. It then moved to resolutions.
Senate Resolution 8687, commemorating the 84th anniversary of Executive Order 9066 and acknowledging the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II, drew extensive remarks in support from several senators. Speakers emphasized the injustice of the internment, the contributions of Japanese American veterans and civil rights activists, the importance of remembrance, and the need to prevent similar abuses in the future. The resolution was adopted by voice vote.
The Senate also considered Senate Resolution 8688, recognizing Washington’s dairy farms and the role of dairy producers in the state’s economy and communities. Senators shared personal ties to dairy farming and praised the hard work of family farms, dairy workers, and industry representatives. The resolution was adopted by voice vote, and visiting members of the Washington State Dairy Council, Dairy Women’s Organization, and Dairy Ambassadors were recognized in the gallery.
At the close of business, the Senate agreed to adjourn until 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- I believe I recall even better days, the time before that when the state leaned...
- So, but I want to point to a real-world example, and that's Texas.
- So in 2020, Texas rejected about 1% of its absentee ballots. That was the going rate.
- The people don't exist, or they've moved out of state, or they've deceased.
- We are a swing state, and our elections are close.