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NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Education Feb 9th, 2026 at 08:33 am

House Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • And that is appalling to me that this is up for vote. Please vote against it.
  • Everybody has known by my vote that I support that.
  • and to vote them.
  • To vote in their elected representatives and to vote them out in that process of elections.
  • And then we voted on... And thank you for that.
Bills: SB23 , SB73 , SB210 , SB234 , SB243 , SB244 , SM16
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Education Committee Sep 12th, 2025

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • I believe with no no votes. And it went to the Senate. Thank you for your time.
  • I have been robbed of that vote, and I feel robbed of that vote, and I actually don't even need to use
  • on this and I think that calls into question what we're voting on.
  • I'm not going to get to vote on that in this committee.
  • Not voting. Hoover. Aye. Addis. Aye. Alvarez. Bonta. Not voting. Castillo. Aye. Garcia. Aye.
Committee: House Education
Keywords: 988, house, all
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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  • Minnesota members, I ask you to please vote no on the amendment.
  • Minnesota members, I ask you to please vote no on the amendment.
  • <00:19:04.039><c> no</c><00:19:04.360><c> on</c><00:19:04.520><c> the</c> vote no on the vote no on the
  • For that reason, I will be voting for the amendment.
Keywords: 1183, house
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • And I ask for your aye vote. My people are probably stuck in the line, but that's okay.
  • Yeah, I respectfully ask for your aye vote.
  • I respectfully ask for your aye vote.
  • And I respectfully ask for your vote. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
  • So with that, I respectfully ask for your aye vote. Awesome.
Summary: The Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee heard several measures focused on conservation, coastal protection, water supply, and invasive species. AB 1987 by Assemblymember Aguiar-Curry would direct fees and lease revenues generated by state wildlife areas back to those areas for operation and maintenance; the author accepted committee amendments, and Audubon California testified in support with no opposition. AB 1448 by Assemblymember Hart would strengthen California’s restrictions on offshore oil and gas development by limiting the use of existing infrastructure for new offshore drilling and adding review requirements for lease transfers and related actions; it drew broad support from coastal governments and environmental groups and no opposition, and was sent to Appropriations. AB 1894 by Assemblymember Rubio addressed imported water deliveries for groundwater recharge in the context of golden mussel control plans, aiming to prevent local restrictions from blocking deliveries that comply with state-approved invasive species plans; supporters said it protects groundwater reliability, while opposition argued it could weaken local authority and liability protections. After discussion, the committee approved the bill 6-0 and sent it to Appropriations. The committee also considered ACR 107 by Assemblymember Bauer-Kahan, a resolution recognizing the Diablo Range as a major conservation priority and highlighting its habitat, watershed, and 30 by 30 value. Support came from Save Mount Diablo, and members emphasized the range’s ecological importance and regional reach; the resolution was adopted on a 7-0 vote. Finally, AB 1946 by Assemblymember Bryan sought to elevate investment in urban conservation and park creation in historically underserved communities as part of California’s 30 by 30 goals. Testimony from Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation and park/recreation organizations stressed the need to reduce “nature poverty,” improve access, and remediate degraded urban lands; members discussed equity, biodiversity, and park maintenance, and the bill passed 7-0 to Appropriations. Several items, including AB 1987 and the consent calendar, were also approved on unanimous or near-unanimous votes, with some measures held on call before final roll calls were completed.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Apr 20th, 2026

California Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • President, I ask for an aye vote. Senator Dorazo. Mr.
  • I'd respectfully ask for your aye vote.
  • I respectfully ask for an aye vote on SCR 158. Thank you.
  • I respectfully ask for an aye vote on SCR 158.
  • The vote is 38-0. The consent calendar is adopted.
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.
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Agenda Mar 26th, 2026

Revenue and Taxation

Transcript Highlights:
  • I cannot ever vote against funding our law enforcement. I can't do it.
  • That's what we're voting on. Okay. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you.
  • We will conduct a roll call vote. Question.
  • That's what we're voting on. Okay. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you.
  • That's what we're voting on. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
Keywords: 989, all
MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Special Committee on Tax Reform Feb 26th, 2026 at 08:00 am

Special Committee on Tax Reform

Transcript Highlights:
  • I move that H.J.R. 115 be voted do pass. Any discussion? Seeing none, I have a substitute.
  • By your vote of eight ayes and zero noes, you have voted House Committee substitute for H.J.R. 115 do
  • I will say, and I'm supportive of ETS, I'm going to vote for it.
  • By your vote of nine ayes and zero noes, you have voted House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2869
  • By your vote of nine ayes and zero noes, you have voted HB 3303 as do pass.
Keywords: 959, house, all
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations Committee on Higher Education Feb 4th, 2026

Appropriations Committee on Higher Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • And by your vote, C.S. for SB 1246 will be Chair Harrell: Yes.
  • And by your vote, CS for SB 1246 will be reported favorably.
  • that when we finish, and we will vote individually.
  • Otherwise, we will take everybody up as a group and vote in one vote.
  • For a separate vote on an individual appointee?
Bills: S0720 , S1246
Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Higher Education met to consider one bill, a postponed bill, and a slate of trustee confirmations. The committee first took up CS/SB 1246, which expands the Linking Industry to Nursing Education (LINE) fund to support health science workforce shortages beyond nursing, including allied health programs. The bill also broadens eligible uses of funds, revises matching requirements and grant criteria, and updates reporting requirements. A strike-all amendment was adopted without objection, and the committee then reported the bill favorably after supportive testimony from Florida State College at Jacksonville, the Florida Hospital Association, the College of Central Florida, and the Florida Chamber of Commerce. Senator Davis also noted a favorable vote on the bill for the record. The committee then temporarily postponed SB 720 at the sponsor’s request. Chair Harrell explained that the bill had been incorporated into a larger committee measure and would likely be heard later in another form. Public witnesses who had come to speak on the bill were not heard because of the postponement. The remainder of the meeting focused on confirmations for trustees at several state colleges, including Chipola College, Tallahassee State College, Pensacola State College, Palm Beach State College, Pasco-Hernando State College, and St. Petersburg College. The appointees emphasized themes of affordability, workforce training, nursing and allied health success, dual enrollment, community partnerships, and local economic development. After hearing from the appointees, the committee approved a block motion to recommend confirmation of all appointees on tabs 2 through 25. The meeting then adjourned.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Jan 12th, 2026

California Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I thank the author again and I respectfully ask for your aye vote.
  • Again, and I respectfully ask for your aye vote. Senator Darazzo, you are recognized.
  • I'm honored to celebrate the Korean American community and I urge an aye vote.
  • Thank you for your vote and for my passing SCR 106, with that.
  • Thank you for your vote and for my passing SCR 106.
Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the journals, and took up motions to remove several measures from the inactive file, including S.J.R. 9, SB 626, and SCR 89. The main item on the floor was SCR 106 by Senator Choi, which recognized January 13 as Korean American Day and highlighted the history and contributions of Korean Americans in California and nationwide. Senator Choi and many members spoke in support, citing Korean American business, civic, cultural, military, and community contributions, as well as local Korean American communities and landmarks across their districts. The resolution was adopted on a 38-0 vote. After passage, Senator Choi introduced Korean American guests in the chamber and invited members to a reception. The Senate then returned to motions and committee announcements, including upcoming meetings of the Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee and the Senate Human Services Committee. Members also requested that SB 626 be returned to the Assembly for amendments. The remainder of the session was devoted to adjournment memorials. Senators Umberg, Allen, Pérez, and Menjivar honored Monica Lynn Martinez-Hays, victims of the Palisades and Eaton fires, and Sergeant Adrian Carrillo, respectively. The memorials recounted the lives and community service of the deceased and emphasized ongoing grief, recovery, and support for affected families and communities. The Senate announced it would recess until the next scheduled floor session on Friday, January 16 at 9 a.m.
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

December 11, 2025 - 09:00 AM

Transcript Highlights:
  • Thank you for your vote. Thank you. Thank you.
  • Representative Stark having waived close, please call the vote.
  • Then in '28, they will vote for their new district at large. Thank you.
  • Then in 28, they will vote for their new district at large. Thank you.
  • I will be voting for it today. I'm happy to debate for it today, too.
Summary: The Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee heard a full agenda of local and policy bills, with most measures receiving favorable reports. Early in the meeting, the committee approved HB 4019, capping Lake County inmate health care and emergency transport reimbursements at percentages tied to Medicare; HB 97, allowing small counties to opt back into transportation concurrency; HB 267, expanding SHIP/local housing assistance eligibility to mobile home owners paying lot rent; HB 351, creating a framework for concurrent state jurisdiction over certain matters involving military installations, with an amendment changing the bill to say the state “may accept” jurisdiction; HB 4013, revising and merging fire district boundaries in Lee County; HB 481, increasing public nuisance fines and strengthening nuisance abatement and foreclosure procedures; HB 4025, conveying state land to the Village of Tequesta for continued park use; and HB 4017, repealing an obsolete Nassau County recreation and water control district, as amended. The most extensive discussion centered on HB 299, the “Blue Ribbon Projects” bill, which would create a voluntary framework for very large developments that dedicate 60% of land to conservation while allowing compact, walkable development and affordable housing on the remainder. The sponsor argued it would balance growth, conservation, and housing affordability without new bureaucracy, while opponents from Audubon Florida, county groups, and local governments warned the bill could weaken local planning, lack enforceable conservation safeguards, and allow nonconservation uses within reserved areas. Supporters said it could preserve large tracts of land at no taxpayer cost and improve long-range planning. The committee adopted an amendment clarifying reserve areas, allowing use of the state’s Rural and Family Lands Protection Program, requiring easements be provided without charge, and aligning affordability definitions with existing programs. The bill then passed favorably as amended, with some members voting no. The committee also approved HB 4023, a local bill adjusting the boundaries of the Ave Maria Stewardship Community District in Collier County, with no change to the district’s powers and duties. Several bills drew supportive testimony from local officials, industry groups, or affected residents, and some had amendments adopted without objection. At the end of the meeting, the chair noted it was the last interim committee week meeting, thanked members and staff, and encouraged continued stakeholder engagement ahead of session.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations Committee on Higher Education Nov 5th, 2025

Appropriations Committee on Higher Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • At the end, we will vote as a whole on all the members together.
  • them off and do a separate vote on them and then a vote on the rest of the slate.
  • Voted on individually. Is there anyone who would like to pull a name and have a separate vote?
  • Seeing none, we will move forward with a group vote.
  • And by your vote, all tabs except Tab 10, which was Mr.
Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Higher Education met to consider a slate of trustee confirmations for several Florida state colleges and universities. Chair Harrell outlined the process, including swearing in nominees, allowing brief presentations and questions, taking public comment after each nominee, and voting on the full slate at the end unless a member was pulled for separate consideration. One nominee, Edward Fleming, was not heard and was deferred to a future meeting. The committee also dealt with several technical issues for remote participants before proceeding through the agenda. Nominees and reappointees emphasized their personal ties to their institutions and focused their remarks on workforce development, affordability, and partnerships with local employers. Several highlighted nursing and allied health programs, with committee members repeatedly asking about NCLEX pass rates; reported figures included Polk State at 100%, Lake-Sumter at 97.5%, Northwest Florida State at 100%, Daytona State at 95%, Pasco-Hernando at 97% for associate degree and 100% for practical nursing, Pensacola State at 90% practical nursing and 85% RN, and Hillsborough College at 87.5%. Other priorities mentioned included construction technology, agriculture and ag technology, surveying/geodetic programs, maritime and diesel mechanics, aircraft maintenance, dual enrollment, AI, cybersecurity, and support for military and veteran transitions. After hearing from all nominees, the committee asked whether any names should be voted on separately; none were requested. Senator Bradley moved a block vote to recommend confirmation, the motion was approved by roll call, and all nominees heard that day were recommended for confirmation except Tab 10, Edward Fleming, who was postponed to a later meeting. The committee then adjourned.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Agriculture Committee Apr 30th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • So with that, respectfully ask for an aye vote. Great. Thank you.
  • Alvarado-Gil not voting. Connolly, aye. Aguilar-Curry not voting. Jeff Gonzalez? Gonzalez? Padilla?
  • So you have eight votes. Ransom, aye. Great. So you have eight votes and your bill is out.
  • The consent calendar is approved with eight votes. Ransom, aye. Eight votes.
  • The consent calendar is approved with eight votes.
Summary: The Assembly Committee on Agriculture met as a subcommittee and heard several bills, with extensive discussion focused on balancing agricultural land preservation, water scarcity, renewable energy, and farm equity. AB 1156 by Assembly Member Wicks would update the solar use easement program to allow certain Williamson Act lands facing water constraints to be used for solar projects through a suspension rather than cancellation of contracts. Supporters said the bill could help landowners and local governments adapt to falling water supplies and meet clean energy goals, while opponents, including the Farm Bureau, warned it could weaken Williamson Act protections, expand solar development onto prime farmland, and eliminate cancellation fees that help preserve agricultural land. RCRC said its concerns had largely been addressed through amendments and moved from opposition to support once changes are in print, though committee members continued to raise concerns about prime farmland, community benefits, and definitions of commercial viability and water constraints. The bill passed the committee on a due-pass-as-amended motion, with a later roll call recording six votes in favor and one absent member voting aye. AB 524 by Assembly Member Wilson would create a new state land access program for beginning and socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, using Proposition 4 funding to provide financial and technical assistance for land acquisition, protection, and long-term leases. Testimony emphasized the lack of secure land tenure for small and underserved farmers, the loss of farmland statewide, and the difficulty of investing in sustainable practices without stable access to land. Committee members strongly supported the measure, with several noting the importance of land access for family farms and equity in agriculture. The bill passed unanimously on an 8-0 vote. The committee also approved AB 675 by Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry, which would codify California’s Farm to School program in statute. Supporters said the program connects students to healthy local food, creates stable markets for farmers, and supports agricultural and nutrition education, while helping direct school meal dollars to California producers. Witnesses from the Center for Ecoliteracy and CAFF described the program’s statewide reach and benefits for small farms and high-need schools. The bill passed on an 8-0 vote. The committee also adopted the consent calendar, approving AB 1322 and AB 1505 on an 8-0 vote.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Agriculture Mar 3rd, 2025

Agriculture

Transcript Highlights:
  • By your vote, CS for SB 150 is reported favorably. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you.
  • By your vote, SB 374 is reported favorably, and I will turn it by By your vote, SB 374 is reported favorably
  • And by voting no today doesn't mean I'll vote no when it hits the floor because I hope it will change
  • Those voting yes today, those voting no, I'll continue to work to make this bill better.
  • By your vote, SB 560 is reported favorably. By your vote, SB 560 is reported favorably.
Committee: Senate Agriculture
Summary: The Committee on Agriculture met with a quorum present and heard four bills. CS/SB 150, by Senator Gates, would make it a third-degree felony to abandon a restrained animal during a declared weather emergency, such as a hurricane or tornado, and was presented as “Trooper’s Law” in response to a widely publicized rescue of a dog during Hurricane Milton. The bill drew supportive public cards and brief supportive remarks from Senator Boyd, then passed unanimously and was reported favorably. SB 374, by Senator Truenow, would refine the definition of farm product to include plant and plant products and bar local governments from adopting ordinances that limit the collection, storage, and processing of farm products on bona fide agricultural land. An amendment was withdrawn to allow further discussion on food waste issues. Speakers from composting, recycling, and poultry interests supported the bill, and it was reported favorably. SB 560, by Senator Martin, would restrict certain chemical additives in food products. The sponsor said the bill targets 10 chemicals he believes are harmful, noted that two have already been banned by the FDA, and argued Florida should act rather than wait for federal action. Industry and retail witnesses opposed the bill as creating a patchwork of state rules, raising costs, and disrupting supply chains, while some senators said they supported the bill for now but expected further changes. The committee reported the bill favorably, with Senator Rouson voting no. SB 572, the Pam Rock Act by Senator Collins, would create a statewide dangerous dog registry, add criminal penalties for certain dangerous-dog attacks, and require permits, microchipping, spay/neuter, and $100,000 liability insurance for dangerous dogs. The sponsor and the Rock family described severe attacks and deaths involving dangerous dogs and argued the registry would help protect the public. Some senators questioned the registry’s usefulness, the amount of information collected, and insurance availability, but the bill passed and was reported favorably. The committee then adjourned.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • calendar. ...and then move to the vote-only calendar.
  • Would now be there are time to you or comments on votes? Yes.
  • In many instances, I'll align my vote with their recommendation.
  • When I vote no, which isn't very many, I think as a matter of fact, I think it's one.
  • So we will now move to the vote-only calendar.
Keywords: 987, senate, all
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

03/23/2026 - House Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chairman, may I explain my vote? Please proceed. Thank you.
  • I vote no. Representative Mathis? Nay. Speaker Montenegro? Aye. Representative Willoughby? Aye.
  • Chairman, may I explain my vote? Please proceed.
  • I vote aye. Chairman Hendrix? Aye. By your order, five ayes, three nays.
  • Members by your vote of eight, aye, zero nays.
Summary: The committee considered several Senate bills for whether they were constitutional and in proper form. Senate Bill 1018 would add Sharia law to Arizona’s definition of foreign law and bar its enforcement when it would conflict with constitutional rights or state or federal law. The Rules Attorney flagged potential Establishment Clause and Free Exercise Clause problems, citing the Oklahoma Sharia-law case, but the committee still recommended the bill by a 5-3 vote. Senate Bill 1075 would restrict conveyances of real property to hostile foreign governments or their agents unless approved by a new state commission. The Rules Attorney warned it may be preempted by federal foreign-affairs authority and conflict with federal law governing foreign investment and national security. The committee nevertheless recommended it by a 5-3 vote. Senate Bill 1095, which bans gender transition procedures for minors and also restricts referrals for those procedures, was described as consistent with recent Supreme Court precedent on the underlying ban, but the referral restriction raised First Amendment concerns under Ninth Circuit case law; it was also recommended 5-3. Senate Bill 1635 would address alerting someone to an imminent law-enforcement arrest effort, with the Rules Attorney saying it was generally consistent with free-speech principles but suggesting clearer drafting around arrest-warrant execution and surveillance language. It was recommended 5-3. The committee then took up a large mass motion covering many additional Senate bills and several Senate Concurrent Memorials, which the Rules Attorney said were all constitutional and in proper form; that package was approved unanimously, 8-0, and the meeting adjourned.
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Session (Full Formal without Calendar) Mar 18th, 2026

Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • President, Madam Leader, I would like to report that the special committee canvassed all the votes.
  • It took a long time, but we canvassed the votes in the First Middlesex District.
  • Emergency preamble, and under our Constitution, there is required a standing vote.
  • Those members voting in the affirmative, please rise and be counted.
  • having voted in the negative, the emergency preamble is adopted.
Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and took up two ceremonial resolutions: one honoring the Endometriosis Alliance of Massachusetts and another recognizing the Atmitech Foundation for the 17th annual prostate cancer awareness day. The endometriosis resolution was set aside, while the prostate cancer resolution was adopted by voice vote. The chamber then recessed to canvass the special election returns for the First Middlesex District. A special committee reported that Vanna Howard was duly elected, and the Senate adopted orders to notify the Governor, constitutional officers, and Executive Council so Howard could be sworn in. Governor Maura Healey and Senate leadership offered remarks welcoming Howard, praising her service, resilience, and historic election as the first Cambodian American state senator in the United States. Howard was then sworn in and delivered remarks thanking voters, supporters, family, and mentors, and reflecting on her background as a refugee from Cambodia and her commitment to public service. After the ceremony, the Senate adopted an order to meet again the next day at 11 a.m., spread Howard’s remarks upon the record, and approved an emergency preamble for an act establishing a sick leave bank for Sally DeRosher, an employee of the Department of Correction, by a standing vote of 18 in favor and none opposed. The Senate then adjourned.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

03/16/2026 - House Rules

Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, by vote of four ayes, two nays, and one not voting, Senate Bill 1099 is recommended as constitutional
  • Members, by your vote of four ayes, two nays, and two absent, you have recommended Senate Bill 1148 as
  • Before proceeding to the mass motion, I want to correct an error when I stated the vote on Senate Bill
  • You passed Senate Bill 1099 by a vote of four ayes, two nays, and two absent.
  • By your vote of seven ayes, zero nays, and one absent, you have recommended the measures in the mass
Committee: House Rules
Keywords: 1182, all
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

State Powers Feb 11th, 2026

State Powers

Transcript Highlights:
  • before he could vote.
  • If it's going to be changed after we vote on it, then I really need to not be able to give a blanket
  • But until that's done, I feel uncomfortable with just voting on a blank check.
  • If it's going to be changed after we vote on it, then I really need to not be able to give a blanket
  • But until that's done, I feel uncomfortable with just voting on a blank check.
Bills: HB4193
Committee: House State Powers
Summary: The committee heard House Bill 4193, authored by Representative Chapman, which is intended to prevent Oklahoma taxpayer dollars from going to foreign adversaries or entities not aligned with state or U.S. interests. Chapman said the bill was still a work in progress and that he had been working with OMES and the State Purchasing Director on possible changes, including shifting more authority to the purchasing office and clarifying the bill’s scope. Members raised several concerns about the draft language. Representative West asked about the provision making a company ineligible to bid on state contracts for 60 months, and Representative Yurek questioned whether allowing a company to bid again after five years undercut the bill’s purpose. Yurek also said he was not comfortable voting on a fluid proposal without seeing the final language or amendments. Chapman and another member explained that the goal was to give the Central Purchasing Office more practical authority to stop contracts with foreign adversaries, while avoiding unintended consequences for state agencies and subdivisions, such as replacing widely used drone technology that could be costly to substitute. In response to the concerns and the fact that the bill was not yet in final form, Chapman agreed to lay the bill over for further work before it would be heard again. No vote was taken, and the committee adjourned after no further business was raised.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Local Government Apr 29th, 2025

Local Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • I don't know; there's not enough votes here. Okay, okay.
  • I want to have a chance to have a discussion because right now there's three no votes.
  • But I'd ask unanimous consent to be shown voting against Senate Bill 1957.
  • But I'd ask unanimous consent to be shown voting against Senate Bill 1957.
  • But I'd ask unanimous consent to be shown voting against Senate Bill 1957. Is that okay? Okay.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Local Government met with a quorum and took up a series of pending bills, voting to report several measures to the full Senate. SB 250, SB 375, HB 3093, SB 2419, SB 2605, SB 3029, HB 22, and HB 1392 were all reported favorably and recommended for the Local and Uncontested Calendar. SB 1957 was also reported out, but with one recorded no vote from Senator Paxton. The committee also adopted committee substitutes and reported them favorably for SB 1944, SB 2452, SB 2675, HB 2525, and SB 867, each with the recommendation that the original bill not pass but the substitute do pass and be printed. SB 867 received the most discussion. Chairman Bettencourt explained that the committee substitute narrowed the bill’s application to housing finance corporation projects within the creating local government’s boundaries, clarified definitions related to HFC users, multifamily development, rent, and public benefit, adjusted underwriting and deadline provisions, and addressed tax exemption and payment-in-lieu-of-taxes issues. He also noted that an attorney general opinion request had been sent regarding HFC-related concerns and urged the committee to move the bill forward. Near the end of the meeting, Senator West asked to be recorded as voting in line with his recommendations on the bills, except for SB 1957, on which he wanted to be shown voting against it. After that, the committee had no further business and recessed.
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

House Travel, Recreation, Wildlife & Cultural Resources, February 12, 2026

Travel, Recreation, Wildlife & Cultural Resources

Transcript Highlights:
  • vote for House Bill 17 as amended.
  • </c> take a roll call vote on House Bill 17. take a roll call vote on House Bill 17.
  • </c> left an I vote. left an I vote. &gt;&gt; Representative<00:13:26.720><c> Harshman.
  • So, thank you. 32 votes to pass it out of the house. 32 votes to pass it out of the house.
  • </c> &gt;&gt; Uh, she left a no vote. &gt;&gt; Uh, she left a no vote.
Bills: HB0015 , HB0017 , HB0019