Video & Transcript : 'open primary' :
Page 423 of 500
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Environment and Agriculture (02/10/2026)
Environment and Agriculture
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><01:31:08.719><c> the</c><01:31:08.960><c> door</c> open I'm I'm afraid would open the door open
- I mean, they're just open up like that.
- </c> and that's one of the primary and that's one of the primary motivations<05:13:34.240><c> for</c>
- Would you be open to this?
- Not, you know, not just open to this?
Committee:
House Environment and Agriculture
Summary:
The Environmental Policy Subcommittee took up HB 1621, which would require a baseline environmental impact study before development of certain manufacturing and storage facilities. Members said the concept had merit, but they could not resolve major drafting and implementation issues, including how to define covered facilities, what the study would require, and how enforcement would work at the municipal or county level. Several members expressed concern about unintended consequences and said the proposal was not ready; the subcommittee voted unanimously to recommend inexpedient to legislate (ITL), and the full committee later adopted that recommendation on a 16-0 roll call vote, placing the bill on consent.
The committee then discussed HB 1053, involving electronically submitted pesticide use reports. Representative Comtois presented an amendment creating a department database and protecting confidential information, but said she still needed to check whether it was germane and to review administrative issues with the Department of Agriculture. After hearing from David Russo of the Division of Pesticide Control, the committee agreed to continue work on the amendment and took no action that day.
The committee also reviewed HB 1186 on egg labeling and producer exemptions. Representative Comtois offered an amendment exempting small producers from most requirements except labeling, but Commissioner Sean Jasper asked for more time to review the impact and suggested the state might not need the existing egg law at all if federal USDA rules already cover the field. Members agreed to hold action until the following week. Finally, the committee began discussion of HB 1780 on penalties for violations involving seeds, plants, and nursery stock, focusing on labeling rules and germination-date requirements; testimony from industry and department representatives indicated they were working toward a compromise that would allow multiple relabelings, add production dates, and set a 36-month sale limit, but no final action was taken in the portion provided.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Human Services Finance and Policy Committee 4/14/26
Human Services Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Some examples of these services are transportation, social services, therapy, dietary activities, primary
- Some examples of these services are transportation, social services, therapy, dietary activities, primary
- I've left it open because it's going to be up to Chair Schumacher and Chair Noor and others to decide
- </c> every single time we post a job opening every single time we post a job opening in<00:53:52.240>
- Um, my primary concern that I have with this bill lies with section six at the bottom of page four, um
Committee:
House Human Services Finance and Policy
Keywords:
county cost share, economically distressed county, human services finance, substance use disorder treatment, SUD services, civil commitment, state aid, county levy, poverty threshold, tax-exempt acreage, property tax exemption, Minnesota human services, county fiscal relief, local government finance, chemical dependency, behavioral health, PACE, elderly, Medicaid, health services
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 3/5/25
Commerce Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Representative Smith: I'm open to whatever.
- So it's been a primary focus of mine as well, to ensure that our children are not, you know, getting
- I don't really know anything about it, so this is just an open question.
- Just an open question: why that route instead of just an open ban?
- Just an open question: why that route instead of just an open ban?
Committee:
House Commerce Finance and Policy
Keywords:
lead, cadmium, consumer products, safety regulation, retail restrictions, motor sports, nonoxygenated gasoline, fuel regulations, storage requirements, racing events, HF325, flavored nitrous oxide, nitrous oxide, whippets, laughing gas, retail sales, consumer protection, misdemeanor, commerce, Minnesota Statutes chapter 325F
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS Senate Floor - 11 February, 2026; 10:00 AM
Mississippi Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The the are under the open meetings law.
- </c> ethics commission to enforce the open ethics commission to enforce the open meetings<00:49:24.720
- opened up.
- So, I would like to primary offense.
- </c><05:39:25.920><c> to</c> code section while they had it open to code section while they had it open
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Health and Human Services - Part 2 - 03/24/26
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- We are open uh to working solid waste.
- </c> These changes, which are the primary These changes, which are the primary focus<03:04:26.560><c>
- </c><03:09:55.160><c> up</c> situation without the agency opening up situation without the agency opening
- . open. open.
- </c> until 1 week before I intended to open. until 1 week before I intended to open.
Committee:
Senate Health and Human Services
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, June 25, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> pediatrician can't afford to stay open. pediatrician can't afford to stay open.
- Open victory.
- On the 18th his way to the US Open.
- <c> high-ranking</c> primary target was a high-ranking primary target was a high-ranking Taliban<00:30
- </c><00:37:32.560><c> the</c> American engagement, he has opened the American engagement, he has opened
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- I’m very open to improvements on this bill.
- Our primary purpose is special education.
- He's been pretty open and public about his story.
- So I'm all for open enrollment. It would be great if we could pass that.
- So all for open enrollment. It would be great if we could pass that.
Committee:
House General Laws
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Primary and Secondary Education. (3-11-26)
Primary and Secondary Education
Transcript Highlights:
- I'd call the seventh meeting of the House Standing Committee on Primary and Secondary Education to order
- And so if there's a way to, you know, kind of belt and suspenders this or tighten it up, I'm open for
- So, yeah, if you think you can make it better, I'm open to any suggestions. you know, kind of belt and
- </c><00:06:08.960><c> for</c> this or tighten it up, I'm I'm open for this or tighten it up, I'm I'm
- open for that. that. that.
Committee:
House Primary and Secondary Education
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Select Committee on the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Mar 6th, 2026
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session-Day 2, February 10, 2026-PM
Wyoming House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The<01:42:14.080><c> primary</c><01:42:14.480><c> purpose</c><01:42:14.800><c> of</c><01:42:14.960><c
- </c><02:09:55.040><c> And</c> forward and open the conversation.
- And forward and open the conversation.
- And so this would just open up constitutional concealed carry, not open carry, for 21 and up on the universities
- ><c> constitutional</c> would just open up constitutional would just open up constitutional concealed
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Joint Minerals, Business & Economic Development Committee, June 5, 2026
Minerals, Business & Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:05:12.160><c> economic</c> identifies um the primary economic identifies um the primary economic
- And we have opened the Energy Dominance Fund.
- And and we have open related to that.
- So that's open and ready for due.
- </c><02:19:58.560><c> uh</c> that uh was not the the primary uh that uh was not the the primary uh thrust
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 092 Apr 16th, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And so, I clicked the story open, and it's actually one of my former teachers.
- And so, I clicked the story open, and it's actually one of my former teachers.
- And so, I clicked the story open, and it's actually one of my former teachers.
- But they are a vulnerable population that is open to exploitation.
- Labor is not the primary cost pressure facing Colorado farms.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Select Committee on the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Mar 6th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Today is the opening day, and so let's give them a hand.
- And we were open for 45 days.
- Opens, the L.A.-84 Foundation is doing all the legacy work on that.
- We had open board meetings.
- I think the opening ceremonies were on a Saturday night.
Summary:
The Assembly Select Committee on the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games held its first hearing at the LA84 Foundation to examine the legacy of the 1984 Los Angeles Games and lessons for 2028. Chair Tina McKinnor and Senator Ben Allen opened by emphasizing the region’s opportunity to build on the 1984 Games’ success, while LA84 Foundation leaders described the foundation’s role in preserving that legacy through youth sports, play equity, and community investment. A youth panelist from Heart of Los Angeles testified that LA84-supported programs helped him stay engaged in sports, build confidence and communication skills, and hope for more community participation and opportunity from the 2028 Games.
Former LA Olympic organizing committee officials Richard Perlman and Bob Graziano gave a detailed history of how the 1984 Games were privately financed, used existing venues, relied heavily on volunteers, and generated a large surplus. They said the organizing committee maximized revenue through television rights, sponsorships, and ticket sales, while keeping costs low through disciplined budgeting and community-based procurement. Members asked about equitable economic benefits, volunteer recruitment, ticket access, security, traffic, and funding. Witnesses said the 1984 model involved extensive community outreach, low-cost tickets, and local purchasing, and they urged a structured, deliberate approach to small-business participation and transparency in 2028 planning.
Later witnesses focused on the long-term legacy of the 1984 Games. Zev Yaroslavsky argued that the Games succeeded because voters rejected taxpayer underwriting, forcing a private model that protected the city from financial risk, and he said the Games left major cultural and civic legacies, including the LA Opera and broader arts growth. LA84 and Play Equity Fund leaders said the surplus was intentionally used to create lasting impact, including support for millions of youth, research, and policy work. Renato Paiva described how LA84 support helped expand Access Youth Academy and elevate squash as an Olympic sport, and Derek Fisher spoke about the importance of free youth sports and the need to preserve access and opportunity as Los Angeles prepares for 2028.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Ways and Means Jun 21st, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Joint Committee on Ways and Means
Transcript Highlights:
- Chairman, and I'll take this opportunity to introduce Senator Paul Mark, who joined us since my opening
- And I always appreciate the opportunity to have an open conversation with all of you about our revenue
- We see the primary positive driver being withheld income tax growing at about 2.6%.
- You know, as you heard from me, as we heard in the opening remarks, FY27 is going to be a challenging
- Why is our economy, every day I look at that we have 20,000 open jobs at this major employer.
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on Ways and Means
Summary:
The Senate and House Ways and Means chairs opened the FY 2027 consensus revenue hearing by emphasizing the need for a balanced, fiscally responsible budget amid federal funding cuts, health care cost pressures, and uncertainty around the federal tax law changes referred to as OB3. They also noted the state’s current revenue performance is slightly above benchmark and paid tribute to the late Representative Anne Margaret Ferranti. Secretary of Administration and Finance Matthew Gorkowitz echoed the call for caution, saying Massachusetts has protected core services while building reserves and that the FY27 budget process begins with a careful revenue estimate.
Department of Revenue Commissioner Jeff Snyder, along with DOR staff, presented FY26 and FY27 tax forecasts and identified major drivers and risks: OB3’s negative impact on state revenue, surtax collections, labor market conditions, capital gains, and corporate/business excise taxes. DOR estimated OB3 would reduce FY26 revenue by about $664 million and FY27 by about $282 million, while surtax and capital gains were expected to remain strong in FY26 but soften in FY27. Members questioned the outlook for surtax, capital gains, and the potential fiscal effect of a ballot question reducing the income tax rate from 5% to 4%; DOR said that proposal could cost roughly $4.2 billion to $4.8 billion annually, with a smaller but still significant impact in FY27 because of phase-in timing.
Treasurer Deb Goldberg testified next on the stabilization fund, lottery, PRIM, unclaimed property, and the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. She reported the rainy day fund at about $8.1 billion, said the lottery was on track for $1.5 billion in FY26 net profit and projected $1.25 billion in FY27, and highlighted that iLottery is expected to launch in summer 2026 with revenue beginning in FY27 and dedicated to child care initiatives. She also described strong PRIM performance and record unclaimed property returns, while members asked about the child care use of iLottery revenue, multilingual outreach, and the economic impact of expanded liquor licensing.
Mass Taxpayers Foundation President Doug Howgate and Tufts’ Evan Horowitz then offered differing revenue outlooks and policy warnings. Howgate projected modest growth, cautioned against overusing reserves for ongoing obligations, and urged caution on federal tax conformity changes and health care spending pressures. Horowitz projected higher FY26 and FY27 revenues than other witnesses, warned that the surtax and capital gains make the tax system more volatile, and said a 4% income tax ballot question could reduce FY27 revenues by roughly $800 million to $1 billion. He also flagged the rent control ballot question as a potential risk to municipal finance and suggested the state consider giving a permanent home to the independent revenue model used by Alan Clayton-Matthews.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- And that's my whole intent, is to remove the opposition I've had in the past, and that was the primary
- Would you be open to, I mean, at least I was having some type of definition of who's going to define
- Allow or open up the possibility for this to be a trade, something that's taught in the schools?
- You kind of addressed this in your opening remarks, but just wanted to clarify.
- You kind of addressed this in your opening remarks, but just wanted to clarify.
Committee:
House Commerce
Keywords:
transfer on death, TOD, beneficiary designation, investment accounts, brokerage accounts, securities, nonprobate transfer, estate planning, succession, probate, community property, forced heirship, financial advisor, broker-dealer, custodian, transfer agent, banking, wealth transfer, inheritance, Louisiana Revised Statutes
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm open for any questions from the committee. I'll do what I can to answer what I can.
- And then in regard to the setback... ...provisions, I think as an industry, we're open to some clear
- they can develop their own ordinances, but if you don't have planning and zoning, then that really opens
- When they open up, when the sun comes up in the morning, they will cast heat on our home.
- Every time I come here, and this is just kind of off, every time I come here, the primary thing is the
Committee:
House Utilities
Summary:
The committee first took up House Committee Substitute for House Bills 21, 22, and 1626, which would combine the bills and add a clawback/refund provision for construction work in progress in base rates if costs were imprudently incurred or a project is not placed in service in a reasonable time. Supporters argued Missouri should remove its CWIP ban to stay competitive with neighboring states and attract utility investment, while opponents warned about unknown costs and timelines for ratepayers. The substitute was adopted, and the committee voted the combined bill do pass by 12 ayes and 7 noes.
The committee then considered House Bill 2711, as amended by a substitute, dealing with broadband-related property tax treatment. The sponsor explained the substitute narrowed the bill to new installations, added a seven-year sunset, and aimed to clarify assessment issues. Supporters said the measure would help expand broadband infrastructure and improve service in underserved areas, while opponents argued the tax break should not apply to upgrades within existing service territories and questioned whether the bill truly expanded access. The committee adopted the substitute and voted the bill do pass by 12 ayes and 7 noes.
The remainder of the hearing focused on House Bill 2762, a broad solar/wind/water measure. The sponsor described provisions setting a $2,500 per megawatt tax on solar nameplate capacity, creating more uniform assessment rules, establishing setbacks for solar facilities, limiting eminent domain use, and including smaller sections on water district dissolution and wind turbine lighting. Testimony was mixed: solar developers, Clean Grid Alliance, Renew Missouri, and Missouri Farm Bureau supported clearer rules, grandfathering, and setbacks they viewed as reasonable, while landowners and local residents raised concerns about property rights, transparency, runoff, glare, noise, and the impact of large solar projects on neighboring farms and homes. No final action on HB 2762 was taken in the portion provided, but the chair said a committee substitute would be developed to address the solar issues more comprehensively.
WA
Transcript Highlights:
- Providers open their doors early so parents can go to their jobs and keep our economy moving.
- Providers open their doors early so parents can go to their jobs and keep our economy moving.
- That money goes to payroll and keeping my doors open. The deduction is per household.
- When the wealthiest pay what they truly owe, clinics can stay open, and families can rely on the care
- As such, our primary interest in this bill is the revenue earmarked for local public defense.
Committee:
House Finance
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- Most female firearm owners cite self-defense as the primary reason for acquiring a firearm.
- So I think you mentioned in the opening that a cannabis establishment is much...
- I think you mentioned in the opening that a cannabis establishment is more regulated than an establishment
- This House is open to feedback into evolving what’s in, and it’s not a my way or the highway ratio that
- not include any readily visible area from a public way, street, or sidewalk, or any area customarily open
Committee:
House House Judiciary
Keywords:
SB38, pet food, registered pet food, registration fee, fees, sunset repeal, repeal of repeal, revenue, state fee, business regulation, animal feed, pet food registration, New Mexico, gun control, firearm safety, dealer regulation, illegal trade, background checks, sexual crimes, statute of limitations
Summary:
The committee first heard Senate Bill 38, which would make permanent the New Mexico affordable spay-neuter program funded by fees on registered pet food. The sponsor and supporters said the program helps reduce companion animal overpopulation, shelter intake, and euthanasia, while opponents argued the charge is an unlawful tax, is tied to ongoing litigation, and that required annual reporting has not been done. After public testimony, the committee adopted a due pass motion on SB 38 by a 10-1 vote.
The committee then took up Senate Bill 17, a gun-safety measure that would impose new requirements on firearms dealers and prohibit future sale of certain assault-style and high-capacity weapons. Supporters, including sponsors, gun-violence survivors, public safety advocates, and some local officials, argued the bill would address straw purchasing, trafficking, dealer accountability, and mass-casualty weapons. Opponents, including firearms retailers, ranchers, law enforcement, and gun owners, said the bill would burden lawful businesses, raise constitutional concerns, and do little to stop crime. After extensive testimony and questions about the bill’s legal basis, definitions, and dealer regulations, the committee did not vote and instead rolled the bill for further work on amendments.
Later, the committee heard Senate Bill 41, as amended, which would eliminate the statute of limitations for second-degree criminal sexual contact of a minor. Support came from the Chamber of Commerce and sexual assault advocacy groups, who said delayed disclosure is common and justice should not expire before survivors are ready to come forward. Committee members asked detailed questions about the bill’s scope, including why certain offenses remained covered and how the criminal statutes are categorized. The committee adopted an amendment to correct drafting issues and then passed SB 41 as amended on a 10-0 vote.
Finally, the committee began hearing Senate Bill 264, an elections safety bill that would strengthen penalties for election interference, create emergency polling-place protocols, and clarify when law enforcement may be present at polling places at the request of election officials. Supporters said it was needed to protect voters from intimidation, while an opponent argued it could put law enforcement at risk and restrict their ability to vote. The sponsor and Secretary of State explained that the bill was aimed at preventing ordered deployment of armed personnel to polling places, not barring officers or service members from voting. The discussion was still underway when the transcript ended.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- It would sit there open, empty, nothing.
- It would sit there open, empty, nothing.
- It would sit there open, empty, nothing.
- With that, I'll open myself to questions. Committee, any questions? Representative Cornilles.
- Chairman, Representative Cornilles, I believe both options are open.
Committee:
House Business
Summary:
The committee first considered several RS introductions. RS 33229, by Rep. Healy, would exempt interior designers from parts of Idaho’s architecture practice law and create a certification pathway; it was introduced after brief questions. RS 33039, by Reps. Scott and Price, would create the Consumer Payment Rights and Transparency Act to limit the use of programmable money in ways that monitor or restrict lawful behavior; it was introduced after discussion about the bill’s new code section. RS 33177, by Rep. Sauter and Church, would require more transparency from insurance carriers about rating information for policyholders; it was also introduced. Director Dean Cameron then presented RS 32863, a wildfire risk mitigation fund proposal for homeowners, funded by excess fees and premium tax revenues to help harden homes against wildfire risk; members asked about eligibility, covered properties, and whether the program would apply statewide, and the RS was introduced.
The committee then took public testimony on House Bill 583, which would strengthen statewide protections for short-term rentals and limit local governments from effectively prohibiting them while still allowing ordinances on health, safety, and welfare. Supporters, including the bill sponsor Rep. Jordan Redman, Idaho Realtors, vacation rental owners, and several property owners, argued the bill protects private property rights, supports tourism and local income, and prevents cities from imposing burdensome requirements such as commercial-style code upgrades, conditional use permits, or occupancy restrictions. Several supporters described personal examples of responsible short-term rental use, including housing for traveling workers and family gatherings, and said existing nuisance, noise, parking, and safety laws are sufficient.
Opponents and skeptical witnesses, including residents of McCall, Driggs, Island Park, and the Association of Idaho Cities, argued that local governments need flexibility to address neighborhood impacts, overcrowding, sewage and water-system concerns, and repeated noise or party problems tied to high-turnover rentals. Some said current local ordinances have helped manage these issues, while others warned the bill would weaken local control and make enforcement harder. Committee members questioned witnesses about occupancy limits, code requirements, fees, and whether local rules were being used as de facto bans. At the close of testimony, Rep. Crane moved to send HB 583 to the floor with a do-pass recommendation, and several members declared Rule 80 conflicts or potential conflicts related to short-term rental ownership; the transcript ends amid member comments and debate, without a recorded final vote on the motion.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
February 5, 2026 - 12:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- This is really a public records open meeting exemption bill.
- It closes the hearings to the public, but there are two ways for them to be open.
- This is about opening access to all. Please vote yes. Thank you.
- Letitia Harmon: I took my grandfather who was visually impaired to vote in the primaries, and I thought
- Again, as I said in my opening, in 2020, we heard in testimony, 80% of Floridians voted to amend our