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WA
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections Jan 27th, 2026 at 01:30 pm

State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • So it is a much-needed recognition of our community and a big need.
  • It is a much-needed recognition of our community and a big need.
  • It is a much-needed recognition of our community and a big need.
  • As the bill correctly identifies, formal recognition of our holidays is powerful.
  • As the bill correctly identifies, formal recognition of our holidays is powerful.
Bills: SB6084 , SB6044 , SB5950 , SB6046 , SB5763 , SB5784
Committee: Senate State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections
Keywords: elections, double voting, voting twice, multiple voting, same-day election, primary election, general election, special election, cross-state voting, ballot fraud, election fraud, voter misconduct, RCW 29A.84.660, State v. Padilla, civil infraction, class C felony, Secretary of State, Washington elections, election law, voter eligibility
CA
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Rules Committee Apr 7th, 2025

Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • , to inform you that the Armenian Genocide did, in fact, occur.
  • I am here to say, ...some people still deny the Armenian Genocide ever happened.
  • through official recognition and remembrance.
  • In closing, the Armenian Genocide did in fact occur.
  • This was a war, not a genocide, as has been claimed.
Committee: House Rules
Summary: The Rules Committee met and first approved the consent agenda by roll call vote. The committee then took up House Resolution 25, a resolution commemorating the Armenian Genocide. The author described the resolution as an affirmation that the genocide occurred and emphasized remembrance, denial, and the importance of preventing future genocides. A representative of the Armenian Assembly of America testified in support, citing historical recognition by California, the U.S. Congress, the U.S. president, and other countries, and also referenced ongoing concerns about ethnic and religious cleansing in Artsakh. One witness testified in opposition, arguing that the events were a war rather than a genocide, disputing the death toll, and urging a joint resolution that would unite rather than divide people. Committee members then spoke in support of the resolution, with members noting its importance to Armenian constituents and to the Armenian community more broadly. A motion to pass H.R. 25 was made and seconded. The committee approved H.R. 25 by roll call vote, and the consent calendar was also approved. The meeting then adjourned.
TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Apr 14th, 2025

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • sense measure that strengthens Second Amendment rights, promotes consistency in handgun license recognition
  • These agreements ensure automatic recognition of valid handgun licenses from any Texas resident, simplifying
  • Texas already recognizes 43 other states' carry licenses, and 20 states currently provide universal recognition
  • As you know, House Bill 1337 is designed to provide universal recognition to out-of-state license to
Bills: HB259 , HB259 , HB 1128 , HB1337 , HB1506 , HB1794 , HB2215 , HB2470 , HB2771 , HB2882 , HB2993 , HB3053 , HB3428 , HB3669 , HB3789 , HB3924 , HB4201 , HB4675
Committee: House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
Keywords: redistricting, Independent Citizen Redistricting Commission, Texas Legislature, elections, district boundaries, voter representation, healthcare, insurance, patient rights, medical expenses, access to care, affordability, legislation, firearms, penal code, regulation, short-barrel firearms, ammunition, gun control, public safety
TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Apr 14th, 2025

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Session Feb 25th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • the, was the first location, the first capital of Texas, and we'll be working on bringing that recognition
  • President, and thank you, Dean Zaffirini, for this great recognition.
  • Chair recognizes Senator Menendez for recognition. Thank you, Mr. President.
  • Adding on the recognition to EVA's heroes. Chair recognizes Senator Gutierrez on the recognition.
  • Chair recognizes Senator Hinojosa of Nueces. full recognition. Thank you for the great words.
Bills: SB26 , SJR36 , SB26 , SB616 , SB565 , SB384 , SB28 , SR109 , SR122 , SR126 , SR130 , SR136 , SR137 , SR141 , SR142 , SCR20
Keywords: teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement, enforcement suspension, utility consolidation, regionalization, water supply, sewer
Summary: The meeting was marked by significant resolutions recognizing various contributions to Texas and celebrating community initiatives. Key discussions included the adoption of resolutions commemorating Texas Hispanic Judges Day and highlighting the 100th anniversary of Memorial Park. Senators expressed appreciation for the judges' dedication and legacy, with notable mentions of individual judges and their impact on the community and legal landscape in Texas. The Senate also honored students and organizations contributing positively to their communities, showcasing the interconnectedness of public service and the legislative process.
CA
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Rules Committee Apr 7th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • , to inform you that the Armenian Genocide did, in fact, occur.
  • I am here to say, ...some people still deny the Armenian Genocide ever happened.
  • through official recognition and remembrance.
  • In closing, the Armenian Genocide did in fact occur.
  • This was a war, not a genocide, as has been claimed.
Summary: The Rules Committee convened, established a quorum, and approved the consent agenda by unanimous roll call vote. The committee then took up House Resolution 25, authored by Assembly Member Harabedian, commemorating the Armenian Genocide. Harabedian described the resolution as a reaffirmation that the genocide occurred and noted its long history in the Legislature. Supportive testimony came from David Ojakian of the Armenian Assembly of America, who said the resolution was important to counter denial, mark the 110th anniversary, and recognize broader concerns about ethnic and religious cleansing in Artsakh. He cited prior California, congressional, and presidential acknowledgments of the Armenian Genocide and urged passage of the resolution. One witness in opposition, Karahan Mette of the Turkish College in California, argued the events were a wartime conflict rather than genocide, disputed the death toll, and called for a unifying joint resolution instead. Committee members Arreguín and Zbur voiced support for the resolution and its importance to constituents, including the Little Armenia community. The committee then voted to advance H.R. 25 by unanimous roll call, and the meeting adjourned.
CA
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Apr 20th, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're gathered together in recognition of the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide because remembrance
  • H.R. 97 expresses both California's recognition of the horrors of the Armenian Genocide and... ...and
  • H.R. 97 expresses both California's recognition of the horrors of the Armenian Genocide and...
  • California's recognition of the horrors of the Armenian Genocide and our unwavering solidarity with the
  • Genocide is genocide.
Summary: The Assembly convened after a delayed quorum call, then moved through routine procedural actions, including unanimous-consent requests on guest seating and committee referrals. A motion by Assembly Member DeMaio to withdraw AB 2624 from committee failed on a roll call vote, 14-44. The chamber also heard multiple guest introductions and held an Armenian Genocide Remembrance ceremony with a prayer, pledge, and moment of silence. The main floor action centered on H.R. 97, commemorating the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Assembly Member Schultz and numerous colleagues spoke in support, emphasizing historical recognition, solidarity with Armenian Californians, and opposition to denial. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 66 co-authors were added. Later, H.R. 99 recognizing California Agriculture Day also drew extensive support from members highlighting the state’s agricultural economy, farmworkers, and the need for continued investment in agriculture; it was adopted by voice vote after 65 co-authors were added. Several bills were also considered and passed: AB 1838 on contractor wage-and-hour disclosure for public works bids, AB 1562 authorizing counties to randomly select poll workers, AB 2297 standardizing restitution rules in diversion programs, AB 1659 improving school re-enrollment support for justice-impacted youth, AB 1974 creating an optional temporary firearm storage program for law enforcement, AB 2402 updating health studio fee rules, and AB 1607 extending the Maddy Emergency Medical Services Fund. AB 1607 drew sharp opposition over fee funding and broader policy concerns, but passed 66-1. The Assembly also adopted ACR 129 establishing a sister-state relationship with Lagos State, Nigeria, and considered a Senate joint resolution on tariffs, with members split over whether tariffs or state policies were the main driver of higher costs; the transcript ends during debate on that resolution.
CA
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Apr 20th, 2026

California Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We remember the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.
  • Senate Resolution 87 by Senator Archuleta relative to the Armenian Genocide.
  • Sanctioned by the Ottoman Empire, the Armenian Genocide was the first state-sponsored genocide in modern
  • A tragedy in human history. 11th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.
  • I rise today in recognition of California Rodeo Appreciation Month.
CA
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Apr 20th, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're gathered together in recognition of the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide because remembrance
  • HR 97 expresses both California's recognition of the horrors of the Armenian Genocide and California's
  • recognition of the horrors of the Armenian Genocide and our unwavering solidarity with the people of
  • The Armenian Genocide.
  • Genocide is genocide.
CA
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Apr 20th, 2026

California Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We remember the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.
  • Sanctioned by the Ottoman Empire, the Armenian Genocide was the first state-sponsored genocide in modern
  • President, yesterday we commemorate the 111st anniversary of the Armenian genocide.
  • A tragedy in human history. 11th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.
  • I rise today in recognition of California Rodeo Appreciation Month.
Summary: The Senate opened with a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, including a remembrance of the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The chamber then took up Senate Resolution 87 by Senator Archuleta, which recognized April 24 as the anniversary of the Armenian Genocide and emphasized historical remembrance, support for Armenian communities, and concern over ongoing threats and humanitarian issues affecting Armenians. Several senators spoke in support, and the resolution was adopted by a 37-0 vote. Senator Archuleta then introduced members of the Armenian community in the gallery. The Senate also adopted several other resolutions honoring communities and causes. Senator Cortese presented SR 93 honoring Jim Plunkett’s football career and his role as a trailblazing Latino athlete; senators highlighted his Heisman Trophy, Super Bowl wins, and pending Hispanic Football Hall of Fame recognition, and the resolution passed unanimously. Senator Wiener presented SCR 124 on transportation access for Californians with epilepsy, focusing on how seizure-related driving restrictions can limit employment, education, and medical care; it was adopted unanimously. Senator Allen presented SCR 158 declaring April Arts, Culture and Creativity Month and marking the 50th anniversary of the California Arts Council, with remarks celebrating the state’s arts economy and longtime arts leaders; it also passed unanimously. Later, Senator Alvarado-Gil presented SCR 159 designating April as California Rodeo Appreciation Month, describing the history, cultural significance, diversity, and economic role of rodeo in California. Supportive remarks followed from another senator, and the resolution was adopted unanimously. The author then introduced rodeo guests, including athletes and rodeo association leaders. The Senate also heard multiple privileges-of-the-floor introductions, including arts figures such as Luis Valdez, Cheech Marin, and Ruth Asawa’s son Paul Lanier, as well as student and community guests. The chamber approved the consent calendar by a 38-0 vote, noted committee meetings for Human Services, Military and Veterans, and Privacy, and adjourned with the next floor session scheduled for April 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
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NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Rules Jan 28th, 2026 at 09:16 am

Senate Rules

CA
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Apr 20th, 2026

California Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We remember the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.
  • Senate Resolution 87 by Senator Archuleta relative to the Armenian Genocide.
  • Sanctioned by the Ottoman Empire, the Armenian Genocide was the first state-sponsored genocide in modern
  • A tragedy in human history. 11th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.
  • I rise today in recognition of California Rodeo Appreciation Month.
Summary: The Senate opened with a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, then took up several resolutions and guest introductions, with much of the session focused on commemorations and recognitions. Senate Resolution 87, by Senator Archuleta, marked the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Archuleta and other senators spoke in support of remembrance, historical recognition, and concern for Armenians facing current threats and displacement. The resolution was adopted by a 37-0 vote, and the chamber also welcomed members of the Armenian community and other guests. The Senate also adopted SR 93 by Senator Cortese honoring Jim Plunkett’s football career and legacy as a California and Latino sports figure. Senators highlighted his Heisman Trophy, Super Bowl victories, and recent selection for the NFL Hispanic Football Hall of Fame. The resolution passed unanimously. Later, SCR 124 by Senator Wiener recognized transportation barriers faced by Californians with epilepsy and the importance of reliable transit for employment and independence; it was adopted by unanimous roll call. SCR 158 by Senator Allen declared April Arts, Culture and Creativity Month and celebrated the 50th anniversary of the California Arts Council, with remarks emphasizing the state’s arts economy and the Council’s history; it also passed unanimously. The Senate further adopted SCR 159 by Senator Alvarado-Gil designating April as California Rodeo Appreciation Month. Supporters described rodeo as part of California’s agricultural and Western heritage, noted its economic impact, and highlighted the roles of Black cowboys, women competitors, and rural communities. Each resolution was followed by introductions of related guests, including Armenian community members, Jim Plunkett and family, epilepsy advocates, arts leaders such as Luis Valdez and Cheech Marin, and rodeo representatives and titleholders. After the resolutions, the Senate handled the daily file and adopted the consent calendar 38-0. The body also approved the Senate journals for April 13-16, 2026, announced committee meetings, and acknowledged Senator Menjivar’s upcoming birthday. The Senate then recessed until its next scheduled floor session on Tuesday, April 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
MA
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on the Judiciary Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm

Joint Committee on the Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • They do not need protection from naming a genocide.
  • First, there were so many genocides.
  • There was the Armenian genocide, the Serbian genocide, the Congolese genocide, the Rwandan genocide.
  • In today's New York Times, Israeli genocide scholar Omer Bartov wrote, 'I am a genocide scholar.
  • If this definition passes and you make it harder to call a genocide a genocide, you're responsible for
Committee: Joint Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Summary: The committee opened with procedural guidance for a very large hearing, explaining testimony limits, written testimony procedures, and rules for maintaining order. Members then heard testimony on a wide range of bills, including proposals to define antisemitism using the IHRA definition, regulate facial recognition technology, restrict weaponized robotics and drone use, expand protections for journalists’ confidential sources, address access to decedents’ email accounts, and create or adjust rules around municipal enforcement and animal cruelty fines. Several sponsors and advocates asked for favorable reports, and committee members asked clarifying questions on implementation, costs, and how the bills would interact with existing law. On facial recognition, sponsors and advocates described the technology as a threat to privacy, due process, and civil liberties, and urged adoption of the Special Commission’s recommendations, including warrant requirements, notice to defendants, and limits on untargeted surveillance. Support came from legislators, the ACLU, CDT, EFF, and a UMass professor, while committee members asked about current state law and municipal bans. On robotics, Senator Moore and industry witnesses from MassRobotics, Boston Dynamics, and AUVSI supported a bill prohibiting weaponized robots and requiring warrants for certain law enforcement uses, describing it as a public-safety and trust-building measure. On the shield law bill, newspaper publishers, journalists, NEFAC, and the Reporters Committee argued Massachusetts needs statutory protection for confidential sources, citing costly subpoenas and chilling effects on reporting. The committee also heard testimony on a bill to expand the right of publicity to cover image and voice, with SAG-AFTRA members supporting protections against AI-driven exploitation and some discussion about viral content and consent. Another bill would allow limited access to a decedent’s email accounts, with one witness describing a family’s inability to use a deceased relative’s email to notify friends. The committee then took testimony on psilocybin-related bills: supporters described medical and personal benefits and argued for narrow decriminalization or study, while an opponent warned of public-health risks, impaired driving, and youth exposure; the Massachusetts Psychiatric Society supported limited, safety-based decriminalization. Finally, the committee heard strong support for a “safe reporting” bill for sex workers and trafficking survivors, with advocates saying immunity would encourage victims and witnesses to report crimes without fear of arrest, and members raised questions about how the immunity would work in practice.
NM
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Chamber Meeting Jan 27th, 2026 at 11:17 am

New Mexico House Floor Meeting

CA
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Apr 24th, 2025

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • This genocide resulted in the deaths of over 1.7 million Cambodians.
  • This genocide resulted in the deaths of over 1.7 million Cambodians.
  • But when you talk about genocide, this happened in our generation.
  • it's important to really think about what genocide means.
  • He was a young boy who survived the genocide.
Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, heard a prayer honoring Pope Francis, and then proceeded through routine motions, guest introductions, and floor business. Members welcomed several groups, including youth art contest winners, local city officials for Cal Cities Week, emergency dispatchers and 9-1-1 youth heroes, a school group from Northridge Community School, and Sheriff Michael Johnson. The body also handled procedural actions such as re-referring bills, withdrawing AB 16 from Appropriations because it was no longer fiscal, and allowing committees to notice bills pending re-referral. On the floor, Assembly Concurrent Resolution 44, proclaiming April 20–26 as California Cities Week, was adopted by voice vote after opening the roll for co-authors. The Assembly then passed several bills, including AB 793 on dog dangerousness proceedings and AB 533 reauthorizing health care districts’ use of design-build for health facility construction, both by unanimous roll call. AB 764, which would add mute swans to the list of exotic non-game birds that can be legally managed, also passed unanimously. House Resolution 32, recognizing Cambodian Genocide Memorial Week, drew extensive remarks from multiple members about the historical tragedy and the Cambodian American community; it was adopted by voice vote after 70 co-authors were added, followed by a moment of silence. The consent calendar was then taken up and adopted 69-0, including AB 369 and a series of other bills and resolutions. The session concluded with an adjournment in memory of Officer Paul Philip Jordan, a longtime LAPD officer who served the Hollywood community, and the House adjourned until Monday, April 28 at 1 p.m.
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US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, February 11, 2026)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

EDU Public Hearing 02-04-2026

Education

MA
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Public Service Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm

Joint Committee on Public Service

Transcript Highlights:
  • Let us not support genocide.
  • Genocide should not be normalized in any shape or way or form.
  • Raphael Lemkin, the Polish Jewish jurist who coined the term genocide in 1944, described genocide as
  • war wage not against a state, genocide in 1944 described genocide as war waged not against a state or
  • I am complicit in this genocide. Shame on me.
Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Public Service
Summary: The Joint Committee on Public Service held a hearing focused first on teacher retirement legislation, especially H. 2932 and S. 1884, which would give long-serving educators a one-time opportunity to enroll in Retirement Plus after the program’s 2001 rollout was described as confusing and inconsistently communicated. Legislators, union leaders, and many teachers testified that some educators missed the opt-in window because of faulty notices, leave status, transfers, or misinformation about payroll deductions, and that many have had to work several extra years as a result. Supporters said the bills would correct an unfair administrative error, provide a buyback option with interest, and could also save local school districts money by allowing earlier retirements. Representative Mark Sylvia also testified for H. 4234, a Fairhaven-specific bill to raise the age limit for special police officers from 65 to 70 and clarify appointing authority, citing experience and budget needs. The committee then heard testimony on several pension investment and divestment bills. Supporters of H. 2811 and related climate-risk measures argued that PRIM should assess, disclose, and address climate-related financial risk in the state pension fund, warning that fossil fuel investments could threaten long-term returns and public finances. Environmental advocates and financial experts said climate risk is systemic and urged transparency, divestment planning, and alignment with the Commonwealth’s climate goals. Another set of speakers supported H. 2984, which would divest pension investments from companies selling weapons to Israel; they argued the state should not be complicit in violence in Gaza and cited humanitarian and human rights concerns. Additional testimony supported H. 2900 and S. 1869 to divest from the firearm industry, with speakers saying pension investments should not undermine Massachusetts gun laws. No votes were taken during the hearing. The chairs repeatedly thanked speakers, limited testimony time, and noted that written testimony could be submitted later. The hearing concluded with the committee moving through the sign-up list and hearing extensive public testimony on the teacher retirement and divestment proposals.
US
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, January 13, 2025)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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  • For purposes, the gentleman from Pennsylvania seeks recognition.
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Bills: HR31 , HR152 , HR192 , HR144 , HR189 , HR164 , HR153
Keywords: committee appointments, House of Representatives, government structure, legislative process, membership, committee assignments, elections, legislation, government, oversight, US-Canada relations, economic security, energy security, bipartisan, trade and investment, Ramadan, faith, Islam, community, charitable contributions
CA
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Apr 21st, 2025

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • genocide.
  • I am a product of the Armenian genocide.
  • But it wouldn't have happened if it weren't for the genocide.
  • This was a genocide. It should be recognized as such.
  • H.R. 25 expresses both California's recognition of the horrors of the Armenian Genocide and our unwavering