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WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Human Services Jan 14th, 2026 at 08:00 am

Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • A group of folk got up early this morning; I can just tell.
  • I also, I had a—oh, do you have a follow-up?
  • I believe Nathan has not shown up yet.
  • I believe Nathan has not shown up yet.
  • Allison, this is your last time up today.
Bills: SB5911 , SB5940 , SB5942 , SB5957
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 19th, 2026

California Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Muni will reduce service by up to one-half, eliminating up to one-half of its bus lines, of its service
  • And as we are trying to look at ways to stand up and...
  • And then from there, it's up to them to earn it and to stay there.
  • And then from there, it's up to them to earn it and to stay there.
  • There were over 9,400 Purple Heart recipients.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development Apr 9th, 2026

Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture & Rural Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • I grew up on a farm, so those were things I'd do.
  • You're going to end up as mayor.
  • We're made up of a number of offices.
  • So let's back it up. The United States is a net exporter of oil. So let's back it up.
  • And you've got to go up 60. Price went up like 60 cents in the last hurricane a few years ago.
Summary: The committee took up several agriculture-related bills and heard testimony on each. HB 715 by Representative Dezotel would require aerial applicators using public airports or landing fields to carry radios and transponders for safety; after a technical amendment was adopted, the bill was reported favorably. HB 663 by Vice Chairman Travis Johnson would update the board makeup of the Delta Economic Research and Sustainability District by removing certain ex officio members and reducing the board from 24 to 23; amendments were adopted and the bill was reported favorably. HB 717 by Representative Schamberhorn would increase and clarify labeling requirements for cell-cultured food products, including a larger, more visible font size; after a technical amendment, it was reported favorably with support from committee members and witnesses. The committee also considered HB 834 by Representative McMahon, a local-control bill on animal shelters and stray animals. A large amendment package of 23 amendments was adopted, revising hold periods, ownership transfer rules, local government discretion, liability protections, and the role of nonprofit or designated shelters. Testimony from the author, Police Jury Association representatives, and Michelle Hall emphasized that the bill is intended to fix a legal gap so shelters can transfer ownership to adopters, while preserving local control and limiting liability for good-faith actions. The bill was reported favorably with amendments. The committee then heard from Louisiana 4-H and FFA student leaders, who described how those programs developed leadership, public speaking, and agricultural career goals. Members responded with personal reflections and praise for the programs’ impact on rural youth and future agricultural leadership. Finally, the committee took up sunset review legislation: SB 349 to recreate the Department of Agriculture and Forestry was reported favorably, and SB 350, a technical change to the Louisiana Soybean Association/soybean board structure, was also reported favorably. Commissioner Mike Strain then began a lengthy presentation on the department’s functions, programs, boards, and commissions, but no further action was taken in the portion provided.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Housing Sep 16th, 2025 at 09:00 am

Housing

Transcript Highlights:
  • But I also want to follow up on the CHIP program.
  • ,” that’s why they don’t match up.
  • Follow up question, Mr. Senator Gator? No. Okay.
  • It's a quick follow-up. Yes.
  • And also, what happens down the line if the property increases in value or ends up, if we end up in a
Committee: Senate Housing
Summary: The committee heard presentations on several housing finance and permitting tools. Chattanooga described its payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) affordable housing program, which ties property tax abatements to the number and affordability level of units provided, using a calculator based on market rents and HUD affordability levels. Senators asked about the 15-year term, auditing, and whether the program was attracting private market-rate developers; the presenter said the first mixed-income project would include 278 units with 42 affordable units and that annual compliance monitoring is conducted. Shoreline then described its MFTE and inclusionary housing approach, emphasizing that longer 20-year exemptions helped make projects pencil out and that most recent development has clustered around light rail station areas; city staff said they will study whether the program should be adjusted further and noted the importance of the new state inclusionary housing law. The Department of Commerce and MRSC discussed tax increment financing, proportional impact fees, and the CHIP program. Commerce explained that TIF can fund public improvements such as roads, utilities, parks, broadband, and some affordable housing or child care facilities, but jurisdictions should only use it when development is likely to occur and the public benefit justifies the investment. On impact fees, Commerce said fees should be proportional to the actual infrastructure demand of a project and based on capital facility plans; it also noted that fee reductions for affordable housing must be backfilled through CHIP. Senators asked for more information on CHIP funding levels, project selection, and how much of it supports affordable housing. Commerce also presented the first annual permit-timelines report under the 2023 permitting reforms, saying 2024 data showed timelines still exceeding statutory goals and that future reports will examine factors such as paper versus electronic processing and local reform efforts. Auburn and Bellevue highlighted local permitting innovations. Auburn said it has moved to fully electronic review, uses MyBuildingPermit.com, has internal performance standards, and offers a stock-plan program that can cut later review to about a week; staff said most stamped plans still require at least two review cycles and that the city is watching how middle-housing code changes affect development. Bellevue described a pilot with GovStream AI to use artificial intelligence for pre-application assistance, document triage, and plan-review support, with the goal of reducing back-and-forth and improving application quality. Finally, Seattle presented a pilot for accessory dwelling unit co-development in which a mission-driven partner would finance, build, and manage backyard ADUs for homeowners, with the owner eventually buying out the partner; senators raised questions about rent-setting, management fees, liability, and what happens if a homeowner sells early. The committee also heard from community land trust representatives, who explained how ground leases and resale restrictions keep homes permanently affordable and allow public subsidies to serve multiple generations.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 19th, 2026

California Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Muni will reduce service by up to one half, eliminating up to one half of its bus lines, of its service
  • And as we are trying to look at ways to stand up and As we are trying to look at ways to stand up and
  • And sometimes it's just because of neighborhoods where you grow up.
  • And then from there, it's up to them to earn it and to stay there.
  • There were over 9,400 Purple Heart recipients.
Summary: The Senate first took up two budget-related transportation trailer bills. AB 107 was described as a budget junior bill making technical corrections, updating federal appropriations by about $15 million, and exempting certain Proposition 4 appropriations from the Administrative Procedures Act to speed spending; Senator Niello objected to the transparency implications, but the bill passed 28-10. AB 117 then authorized a $590 million state loan from the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission to provide operating support to Bay Area transit agencies, with repayment secured by transit assistance revenues and interest; supporters called it an emergency bridge to prevent major service cuts at BART, Muni, AC Transit, and Caltrain, while critics questioned ridership recovery, governance, and accountability. The measure passed 28-9 after extensive debate, with several senators emphasizing both Bay Area urgency and the need for broader statewide transit funding and reform. The Senate then confirmed two California Air Resources Board appointees. Linda Hopkins, Sonoma County supervisor and air district chair, was confirmed after brief support from Senator Becker highlighting her rural North Bay perspective. Patricia Locke Dawson, Riverside mayor and South Bay air district representative, was also confirmed, with Senator Becker again praising her academic and practical background. Both confirmations passed on largely party-line votes with broad support from the majority and opposition from a small group of Republicans. The chamber next considered SCR 89, a resolution by Senator Smallwood-Cuevas condemning federal attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs under President Trump. Supporters from both parties and multiple caucuses framed DEI as essential to civil rights, education, workforce development, national defense, and inclusion for marginalized communities, while the author argued California must resist federal rollbacks. The resolution passed after a lengthy debate and roll call, with several senators also using the discussion to share personal experiences with educational access and discrimination. Finally, the Senate took up SCR 78, authored by Senator Cabaldon, commemorating the forced incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II and warning against repeating such abuses. Senators from across the chamber spoke in support, citing the injustice of Executive Order 9066, the resilience and military service of Japanese Americans, and the importance of museums and historic sites such as Manzanar and the Japanese American National Museum. The resolution was presented as both remembrance and a caution against fear-driven policies and erosion of due process.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

S/C on Transportation Funding Mar 31st, 2025

S/C on Transportation Funding

Transcript Highlights:
  • All right, the chair will call up Michael.
  • The chair calls up Terry Hall.
  • The chair calls up David Carter. The chair calls up David Carter. Thank you.
  • Here we'll call up Peter Licote.
  • The chair calls up Adam Greenfield.
NY

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York State Senate Session - 02/11/2026

New York Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • But to your specific question, we'll follow up on those. >> Thank you.
  • BUT TO YOUR SPECIFIC QUESTION, WE'LL FOLLOW UP ON THOSE. >> THANK YOU.
  • So, if people want to choose to partake, that's up to them.
  • and the illegal unlicensed cannabis that have unfortunately popped up?
  • They take up some space.
Summary: The Senate first handled routine business, approving the prior journal and taking up several messages and motions. A Rules Committee report was accepted on Senate Print 915, a Cannabis Law bill, and the chamber then moved to debate that measure on the controversial calendar. The bill was described by supporters as clarifying how distances are measured for adult-use cannabis dispensaries near schools and houses of worship, with the sponsor saying it would create statewide consistency and provide clearer direction to the Office of Cannabis Management. Opponents argued it would weaken protections for children and churches, reward agency mistakes, and allow dispensaries to be sited closer to school property than intended. After extended debate, the Senate passed the bill 36-23. The cannabis debate centered on whether the bill merely clarifies legislative intent or substantively changes the law. Supporters said the current language left measurement methods undefined and that the bill would help legal dispensaries, reduce confusion, and push back illicit stores. Opponents said the original law already protected school grounds and houses of worship, and that the new language would allow dispensaries to abut school playgrounds, fields, or church-related property in some cases. Several senators also raised concerns about youth exposure, public consumption, local zoning, and the performance of the Office of Cannabis Management. After the vote, the Senate returned to the calendar and passed additional measures, including Calendar 121 (Public Authorities Law), Calendar 170 (Public Health Law), and Calendar 190 (Labor Law), each by comfortable margins. The chamber also adopted a resolution package honoring Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School’s boys cross country team and girls field hockey team for state championships, with Senator Tedisco introducing the guests. Later, the Senate passed Senate Print 6990A, the Civil Voice Law, which requires state agencies to conduct exit interviews for employees who resign or retire. Supporters said the bill would improve accountability, morale, and retention by standardizing a way to hear from departing workers. The bill received affirmative explanations of vote from Senator Jackson and others, and the Senate continued through the calendar after its passage.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Community Safety Jan 26th, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Community Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • It might end up being the Davis bill.
  • Jason, did you want to wrap up? Yes, thank you.
  • Looks like you will be wrapping up the testimony.
  • They showed up and told him to leave me alone.
  • They showed up and told him to leave me alone.
Bills: HB2146 , HB2349 , HB2430 , HB2457 , HB2510 , HB2532
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/12/2026 - House Floor Session - Opening Day Ceremony

Arizona House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Did you guys stand up, though? You got to stand up. Everybody else had to as well. Thank you.
  • Stand up. Janet Winneger.
  • And then up in the gallery, I have my makers, Mom, Dad. Could you please stand up?
  • Also, stand up.
  • Just go ahead and wave up there.
Summary: The House convened for opening-day proceedings with prayers in English and Spanish, the Pledge of Allegiance, and musical performances, then recorded attendance and welcomed the Doctor of the Day, Dr. Jason Jameson. The Speaker introduced numerous guests and dignitaries, including statewide officials, university presidents, former lawmakers, and family members, and delivered remarks about Arizona’s history, the importance of civility, and the role of state government in protecting residents from federal overreach. Coaches Kenny Dillingham and Tommy Lloyd also addressed the chamber, speaking about leadership, talent development, and the ways sports can unite and inspire Arizona communities. The House then took up organizational business. Members adopted proposed changes to Rule 9 and then adopted the amended rules for the 57th Legislature, Second Regular Session. The chamber also agreed to read bills by number and short title only, declared an emergency for that purpose, and announced the creation of two new standing committees: Artificial Intelligence and Innovation, chaired by Representative Justin Wilmeth, and Rural Economic Development, chaired by Representative Teresa Martinez. A House Organizational Committee was appointed to notify the Senate that the House was organized and ready for business and to inform the Governor that the Legislature was ready to receive her message. The remainder of the session was largely devoted to points of personal privilege, with members introducing family, constituents, local officials, educators, veterans, business leaders, and advocacy groups. Several members highlighted issues they intend to work on this session, including affordability, water security, deed fraud, education, health care, rural development, and veterans’ issues. The House later recessed to accommodate the joint organizational proceedings with the Senate.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • I think that's up for debate, but it's not up for debate because the ship has sailed.
  • That is up for debate, and it was up for debate. Let's put it that way.
  • not up for debate because the ship is sailed.
  • That is up for debate and it was up for debate. Let's put it that way. And there was a lot. Great.
  • Is that keeping up with the biodiversity crisis?
Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee heard the administration’s spending plan for Proposition 4’s climate smart agriculture and biodiversity chapters, along with related trailer bill language. CDFA outlined proposed funding for existing programs such as SWEEP, Healthy Soils, Urban Agriculture, and invasive species work, plus new or phased-in programs including year-round and mobile farmers’ markets, tribal food sovereignty, and regional farm equipment sharing. The Department of Conservation described funding for the California Farmland Conservancy Program and Working Lands and Riparian Corridors Program, while the Department of Finance and LAO discussed pending allocations and generally found the overall approach reasonable, though LAO suggested the Legislature may want more statutory guidance and reporting, especially for new programs. Members focused on implementation details, equity, and accountability. Questions covered how programs would serve vulnerable and disadvantaged communities, whether new solicitations would be reopened for previously oversubscribed grants, how outcomes are tracked, and how to structure guidance for new programs such as farm equipment sharing. The chair emphasized that the Legislature wants clearer direction on program design and noted that AB 2313 should guide implementation of the regional farm equipment sharing allocation. The committee also discussed the administration’s request to directly appropriate bond funds to departments and to exempt bond program guidelines from the Administrative Procedures Act; LAO supported the APA exemption with possible legislative guardrails for public notice and comment. The committee then heard on the farm-to-school proposal, with CDFA requesting $24.9 million General Fund for incubator grants, technical assistance, and network support. CDFA said the program has reached nearly half of California schoolchildren and has shown strong demand and positive evaluation results. LAO supported the core program but recommended rejecting the $3 million technical assistance component as too broad and suggested the Legislature consider using Proposition 98 for some of the funding. Members debated that point, with some expressing concern about using General Fund dollars for a new discretionary request during a tight budget year. The biodiversity and nature-based solutions chapter included funding for the Wildlife Conservation Board, state conservancies, and tribal nature-based solutions. WCB described major recent investments and proposed projects tied to 30 by 30, habitat restoration, tribal partnerships, and public access. Members raised concerns about long-term stewardship, the size of the WCB allocation, and whether the Legislature should receive more detail on how funds will be distributed. The committee also heard requests for Bolsa Chica wetlands maintenance and Rincon Island decommissioning funding from the State Lands Commission, with members questioning long-term liability, remediation costs, and the role of private oil operators. No votes were taken, and the hearing ended with public comment from stakeholders largely supporting the APA exemption, farm-to-school funding, biodiversity investments, and related conservation programs.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • He's up in his years now.
  • I grew up with the stories, I just want you to know, I grew up with stories about my three great uncles
  • If we don't look forward, we end up looking backwards.
  • Monet, I want to follow up on that. that.
  • And let me give you a follow-up to that.
Summary: During this committee meeting, various bills were discussed with a specific focus on veteran services and healthcare provisions. Notably, the cancellation of critical contracts under Secretary Collins sparked significant debate, with representatives emphasizing the adverse impact on veteran care. The meeting featured testimonies from veterans and stakeholders who expressed their concerns regarding the potential fallout of these cancellations, demonstrating the urgency of transparency and accountability in management decisions. Discussions also delved into various legislative proposals aimed at improving services for veterans amidst these challenges.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • On the one-ways, car crashes went up and crime went up. We're seeing this across the country.
  • We like our buildings up close to the street.
  • Other studies have shown the impact can scale up much higher, up to 50% when people are very close to
  • Now those apartments are filling up.
  • Now those apartments are filling up.
Summary: The Select Committee on Downtown Recovery held an informational hearing on the future of public transit and its role in downtown recovery. Chair Haney framed the discussion around how downtowns have changed since the pandemic and how transit, walkability, housing, and street design can support more 24/7 activity. The hearing included three panels: transit agency representatives, street design and curb management experts, and housing/transit development advocates. Transit agency witnesses from BART, LA Metro, and Sacramento Regional Transit described post-pandemic ridership shifts, with more weekend, evening, and event-based travel and less reliance on traditional weekday commute patterns. BART highlighted downtown San Francisco’s dependence on transit, its event service, safety investments, and transit-oriented development pipeline, while asking the state to protect transit funding and honor SB 125 and greenhouse gas reduction fund commitments. LA Metro emphasized special event service, especially around the World Cup and Union Station activations, as a way to make transit a destination and improve customer experience. Sacramento Regional Transit reported bus ridership recovery above pre-pandemic levels, light rail lagging behind, new vehicles and stations, stronger security measures, and concerns about future funding cuts affecting student fares, capital projects, and service levels. The second panel focused on making downtown streets more walkable and transit-friendly. Jeff Speck argued that walkability depends on places being useful, safe, comfortable, and interesting, and urged cities to restripe streets, reduce lane widths, add bike protection, improve crossings, and redesign one-way streets. Mark Vuksevich of Streets for All said downtowns are statewide economic assets and called for frequent transit, bus priority, modern curb management, parking pricing tied to availability, and parking benefits districts that reinvest revenue locally. He also said the state should provide model enabling legislation and more flexibility for local experimentation. The final panel focused on housing near transit. California YIMBY’s Aaron Eckhouse supported AB 2074, which would encourage large-scale housing in transit-rich downtowns, and argued for more financing tools, condo reform, and building code changes to reduce costs. Transbay Joint Powers Authority Executive Director Adam Van Water described the Transbay Transit Center and surrounding district as a case study in transit-oriented downtown growth, with millions of square feet of development, thousands of residents, and a major portal project still awaiting funding and pre-construction work. Members discussed office-to-housing conversions, the need to repurpose underused office stock, and the importance of state funding and policy support for transit, housing, and downtown revitalization.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • And if the presentation can be brought up, I would appreciate it.
  • On the one-ways, car crashes went up and crime went up. We're seeing this across the country.
  • We like our buildings up close to the street.
  • Now those apartments are filling up.
  • Now those apartments are filling up.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Human Services Jan 28th, 2026 at 08:00 am

Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • And if two of you want to come up to the to the table, ...and if two of you want to come up to the table
  • We don't want maltreatment recurrence rates up at nine or even 12.
  • Maltreatment recurrence rates up at 9 or even 12%.
  • And deaths actually make up a small number.
  • Your time is up. I appreciate your testimony. Sorry about that.
Bills: SB5979 , SB6308 , SB6319
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Insurance Committee Mar 19th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • You have been relentless in being there and speaking up for consumers and speaking up for the victims
  • And I'll tell you right now, they're not writing policies up north.
  • The re-uping of the NFIP.
  • And those folks aren't showing up as, oh my gosh, they've lost insurance.
  • And number two, how much are my rates going to go up?
Summary: The committee first heard AB 597, a bill to strengthen consumer protections for disaster survivors who use public adjusters. The author and the Department of Insurance said the measure would cap public adjuster fees at 15% for claims tied to declared disasters, require clearer contracts, prohibit solicitation during emergency conditions, and allow consumers to rescind contracts that were solicited during prohibited periods. Insurance industry groups supported the bill, while public adjuster representatives opposed it as written but said they were willing to work on revisions. The committee approved the bill and re-referred it to Appropriations; the roll call was ultimately recorded as 16-0. The committee then held its fourth oversight hearing on the Department of Insurance’s Sustainable Insurance Strategy, with Commissioner Ricardo Lara giving an extensive update on wildfire-related market reforms and consumer protections. He said the recent Southern California wildfires had not derailed the strategy and described actions including advance claim payments, a one-year moratorium on residential non-renewals in affected areas, a new fraud strike team, smoke-damage claim guidance, additional living expense protections, and a consumer claims tracker. He reported more than $12.1 billion in claims paid, over 37,000 claims filed, and more than 7,000 survivors assisted directly. He also discussed related bills and reforms, including AB 597, SB 495, SB 547, SB 429, SB 616, AB 888, and AB 2026. Members questioned the commissioner about the Fair Plan’s growing exposure, the $1 billion assessment, rate increases, non-renewals, underinsurance, and whether the reforms would actually stabilize the market. Lara said the assessment was already approved, that policyholders would not be hit with one large bill because insurers have two years to recover costs, and that the department was pushing insurers to use catastrophe modeling and reinsurance tools in exchange for commitments to write more policies in wildfire-distressed areas. He said the department expects to see market stabilization by 2026, though he emphasized the timeline depends on insurer participation, implementation of the new regulations, and future disaster activity. Members generally expressed support for the goals of the strategy while pressing for clearer expectations for consumers and faster action on mitigation and market reform.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

House of Representatives Mar 24th, 2026

Louisiana House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Keene, if y'all are here and want to stand up, thank you for being here.
  • All are here and want to stand up.
  • We sit up minutes. Passed just already.
  • We're up and Ms. Adab the amendments, recommit to appropriations.
  • That would be up to the discretion of the officer.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Farewells - 05/18/26

Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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  • </c> up in. up in.
  • </c> to shake things up. to shake things up.
  • </c> Purple Caucus in 2013. Purple Caucus in 2013.
  • up.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • That's all coming up on Senate Spotlight.
  • That's all coming up on Senate Spotlight.
  • That's all coming up on Senate Spotlight.
  • That's all coming up on Senate Spotlight.
  • Of the programs that we passed in 2023 and earlier, are they all up and running?
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, March 19, 2026)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c> of gas has gone up a dollar a gallon. of gas has gone up a dollar a gallon.
  • up in these hearings.
  • Look, I I've given up. I'm angrier. Look, I I've given up.
  • Two ways wages go up. Inflation, class. Two ways wages go up.
  • He has repeatedly stood up in front of audiences, stood up in front of crowds, stood up in front of the
Bills: SB4138 , HB4638
MD

Maryland 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session, 3/10/2026 #1

Maryland Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c> for the liberty of love to lift us up. for the liberty of love to lift us up.
  • </c> four, eight, or nine, it's rounded up. four, eight, or nine, it's rounded up.
  • President, I move..." and get up for the discussion. and get up for the discussion.
  • </c> take up the amendment. take up the amendment.
  • </c> can of worms you don't want to open up. can of worms you don't want to open up.