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OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Feb 10th, 2026

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Summary: The Senate convened, the clerk called the roll, and a quorum was declared present. The chamber opened with a prayer offered by Senator Peterson, followed by recognitions of the Nurse of the Day, Amanda Fisher, and the Doctor of the Day, Dr. Lee Schaffler, both introduced with brief biographical remarks and applause from members. The Senate also recognized the week’s pages, who introduced themselves and described their schools, assignments, and future plans. Several announcements were then made about upcoming committee and caucus meetings, including Local and County Government, Economic Development, Workforce, and Tourism, Judiciary, the first meeting of the Disability Caucus, and the start of devotion time the next morning. No legislation was debated or voted on during the session. The only formal action was adoption of a motion to adjourn, and the Senate stood adjourned until Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Health Policy Feb 2nd, 2026

Health Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Required services include prenatal education.
  • Health care providers should learn from education, an education that extends more than just a paragraph
  • Today, I will convey the importance of education. As we all know, education overrides ignorance.
  • Education leads to faster care. Education leads to better outcomes.
  • Education leads to better outcomes. Education protects lives.
Bills: S0036 , S0864 , S0268 , S0844 , S0514 , S1404 , S0914 , S1758
Summary: The committee first considered SB 268, a public records exemption for emergency physicians. Senator Rodriguez’s strike-all amendment narrowed and clarified the exemption, and testimony from an emergency physician described threats, harassment, and safety concerns tied to mandatory reporting and patient encounters. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably as a committee substitute. Members then heard SB 514, creating the Dula Support for Healthy Births Pilot Program in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties for pregnant and postpartum women affected by substance use disorder. Senator Osgood explained the pilot would provide non-medical doula support and data collection, and an amendment changed the funding source to specific appropriations in the General Appropriations Act. Supporters said doula care can improve maternal and infant outcomes and complement medical providers. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably as a committee substitute. The committee also approved SB 36 on use of professional nursing titles after extensive debate over whether nurses with doctoral degrees should be allowed to use “doctor” in clinical settings, with concerns raised about patient confusion and the need for clearer identification. The bill was amended to align with the House version and then reported favorably as a committee substitute. The committee next approved SB 864, a public records exemption for uterine fibroid research data, after a technical amendment setting a July 1, 2026 effective date; Senator Sharif said the exemption is needed so the Department of Health can collect sensitive data for the related research bill. SB 844, requiring continuing education on sickle cell disease care management for certain licensed physicians and nurses, was also reported favorably after emotional testimony from patients and advocates describing delayed care and bias. Later, the committee approved SB 1404 on memory care, after a strike-all amendment creating a new memory care specialty license for assisted living facilities that advertise or provide specialized memory care services, while allowing optional supportive services without the new license. Supporters from the senior living industry backed the clarification. The committee then passed SB 914, which clarifies that licensed occupational therapists may perform dry needling, after an amendment adjusting supervision and continuing education language. Finally, the committee took up SB 1758, a broad Medicaid and SNAP reform bill that would strengthen fraud enforcement, impose Medicaid work requirements for certain able-bodied adults, expand behavioral health services, modernize drug purchasing and prior authorization, and require SNAP fraud-reduction measures. Several amendments were adopted, and members questioned the work requirement, implementation costs, EBT card photo identification, and due process concerns; debate continued as the transcript ended.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 21st, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • promoting learning, advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and stimulating economic development. through education
  • congratulations and gratitude to Langston University on April 21st, 2026, for its dedication to education
  • And to each one of you, thank you for your support of higher education.
  • Thank you so much for the opportunity to page and serve you this legislative week. Mr. Leader, Mr.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 21st, 2026

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • promoting learning, advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and stimulating economic development through education
  • And to each one of you, thank you for your support of higher education.
  • Thank you for your support of higher education. Thank you for.
  • And to each one of you, thank you for your support of higher education.
  • Thank you so much for the opportunity to page and serve you this legislative week. Thank you.
Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, offered the daily prayer, and recognized a series of guests and special introductions, including Langston University Day, Moore Public Schools cheer and pom squads, a student shadow, former Senator Connie Johnson, Brazilian missionaries, and a long-serving mental health employee. The chamber also heard introductions from the day’s pages. The Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 18, recognizing April 21, 2026, as National Lineman Appreciation Day, and House Concurrent Resolution 1024, designating Route 66 Day at the Capitol and honoring the highway’s centennial. Senators then advanced Senate Joint Resolution 49, which revokes a Wildlife Department rule requiring oil and gas companies to post a surety bond, after discussion clarified the measure was intended to eliminate duplicative regulation; the resolution advanced on a 42-3 vote. The Senate also passed House Bill 4486, authorizing the State Capitol Preservation Commission to arrange a privately funded Gold Star Family Monument near the Capitol Square Arch, and approved several appropriations measures tied to ARPA interest or excess funds. These included Senate Bill 1130 for the University of Oklahoma Hospital Trust Authority’s Child Behavioral Health Project, Senate Bill 1131 for the Office of Juvenile Affairs’ Youth Services Program, Senate Bill 1132 for the Rural Hospital Rebuild Program, Senate Bill 1133 for Griffin Memorial Hospital replacement capacity, Senate Bill 1134 for the Human Performance Project and Pharmaceutical Expansion Project, and Senate Bill 1142 for grants to the Boys & Girls Club and YWCA. Most of these bills were adopted with emergency clauses after roll-call votes, with some members changing votes before final emergency passage. The Senate then announced committee meetings and adjourned until the next scheduled session.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Finance Mar 2nd, 2026 at 08:00 am

Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • It also exempts schools, school districts, and educational service districts from retail sales and use
  • It also exempts schools, school districts, and educational service districts from retail sales and use
  • bulleted item, incidental ensemble rehearsal and large group instruction, exempts school districts and educational
Bills: SB5994 , SB6244
Committee: House Finance
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • And on the education front, we have Mr.
  • Six of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 and the Native Hawaiian Education Act of 1988
  • Third, we must expand self-governance in education and empower Tribal nations to control their education
  • Education part is... Trying to educate the young ones to just stay away.
  • , and there's bipartisan legislation.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on crucial issues facing tribal nations, particularly emphasizing the federal government's trust and treaty obligations. The discussions highlighted ongoing challenges such as disparities in healthcare, education, and public safety within Native communities. Chair Murkowski underscored the importance of listening to Native leaders and aligning congressional efforts with community needs, advocating for legislative actions that support tribal sovereignty and economic development. Various initiatives, including the Tax Parity Act and the PROTECT Act, aimed at addressing jurisdictional and financial disparities, were discussed in detail. A call for bipartisan support to alleviate the funding shortages affecting Indian Health Services was made several times during the meeting. Testimonies from tribal leaders and representatives emphasized the dire need for legislative support to enhance infrastructure, healthcare access, and public safety initiatives in tribal communities.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Ways & Means Feb 19th, 2026 at 04:00 pm

Ways & Means

Transcript Highlights:
  • HB 2254 is agency-request legislation.
  • courses, driver's education, and CPR lessons.
  • As you know, school districts support this legislation.
  • So all of the sales tax that we're currently paying with this new legislation is special education and
  • I have earned a BA and a master's in early childhood education.
Committee: Senate Ways & Means
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Mar 3rd, 2026 at 06:20 pm

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • able to come up with to ensure that that happens, so I ask for the body's support of this piece of legislation
  • President, I move the Senate now adjourn until 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4th, the 52nd legislative
  • has moved that the Senate now stand adjourned until 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4th, the 52nd legislative
  • Wednesday, March 4th, the 52nd legislative day.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Mar 3rd, 2026 at 02:00 pm

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Education is one of them. We need to thank you.
  • Education is one of them. We need to Thank you.
  • This is all part of our special education program.
  • This is all part of our special education program.
  • Rising in strong support of this legislation. Mr.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Mar 3rd, 2026 at 10:00 am

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I have known Deborah Entenman for a number of years, and we both serve the 47th Legislative District.
  • So it's wonderful to see her name put forward here. 27th Legislative District, so it's wonderful to see
  • And we also served together on the higher education committee. She was vice chair and I was chair.
  • Committee amendment by the Committee on Early Learning and K-12 Education.
  • it is that schools and education programs for children have the resources that they need.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Mar 3rd, 2026

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • President, I move the Senate now adjourn until 9 o'clock a.m. on Wednesday, March 4th, the 52nd legislative
  • has moved that the Senate now stand adjourned until 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4th, the 52nd legislative
  • President, I move the Senate now adjourn until 9 o'clock am on Wednesday, March 4th, the 52nd legislative
  • President. legislative day. Senator Hasakawa. Thank you, Ms. President.
  • Wednesday, March 4th, the 52nd legislative day.
Summary: The Senate considered and passed several House bills. Substitute House Bill 2152, known as Ryan’s Law, would allow limited medical cannabis use for qualifying end-of-life patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and hospice facilities; supporters said it would improve quality of life, and it passed 46-2. Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1604, dealing with search procedures for transgender and intersex individuals confined in local jails and codifying federal Prison Rape Elimination Act-related standards, drew debate over whether amendments were needed and whether the bill would burden or protect staff and inmates; two amendments were rejected, and the bill passed 30-19. Second Substitute House Bill 1906, as amended, increased transparency and consumer protections for water system rates, especially for older or smaller systems, and passed unanimously 49-0. Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1916 tightened voter registration challenge procedures and gave county auditors more discretion in handling challenges; an amendment to broaden who could challenge voters statewide was rejected, and the bill passed 49-0. Engrossed Substitute House Bill 2110, as amended, allowed registered nurses without EMT certification to staff certain inter-facility ambulance transports under specified conditions to reduce delays, and it also passed 49-0. The Senate also passed Second Substitute House Bill 2429, which extends and updates the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Work Group and aligns agency planning with the Washington Thriving Strategic Plan; a committee striker was adopted despite concerns about added government structure, and the bill passed 49-0. Second Substitute House Bill 2384, increasing oversight of continuing care retirement communities through actuarial review and Office of Insurance Commissioner oversight, passed 37-12 after the chamber rejected the committee striker and adopted a revised striking amendment. The session ended with a point of personal privilege from Senator Lovick and an adjournment motion, and the Senate adjourned until March 4, 2026.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Pro Forma Floor Session Mar 2nd, 2026 at 10:00 am

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Monday, March 2, 2026, the 50th legislative day. Senate Bill 6354, electric vehicles.
  • Monday, March 2, 2026, the 50th legislative day. Gross Substitute House Bill 2711.
  • Monday, March 2, 2026, the second, the 50th legislative day of this first supplemental.
  • The second, the 50th legislative day, the first supplemental Senate Bill 5808, referred to the Committee
  • I move that the Senate adjourn until 10 o'clock a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, the 51st legislative day.
NV
Transcript Highlights:
  • Thank you again for this great piece of legislation. Thank you.
  • The legislation that is coming to you from the Senate, we have an amendment to that.
  • And we would like your support on this piece of legislation. Thank you.
  • I urge your support for this legislation. Thank you, Madam Chair.
  • session, please bring it forward into the next legislative session.
Bills: AB275 , SB371 , SB457
Committee: Assembly Judiciary
DE

Delaware 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Education Committee Meeting Jun 17th, 2026

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • and students pursuing careers in education.
  • the service and dedication of current educators.
  • The Department of Education to reevaluate the use of the SAT in Delaware, engage educators in modernizing
  • Instead, it asks the Department of Education, educators, school leaders, national experts, and other
  • This is about base salary and education.
Bills: SB293 , SB279 , SB293 , SB279
Committee: House Education
Summary: The House Education Committee met and first heard Senate Bill 293, the Youth Camp Licensing Act, which would amend child care licensing rules for youth camps. The sponsor said the bill, with amendments, would remove accreditation language, clarify shelter requirements for outdoor camps, and eliminate limits that had restricted the number of children camps could serve, especially for families using purchase-of-care assistance. YMCA and school representatives testified in support, saying the measure would expand access to safe, affordable summer care for low-income working families. The committee voted to release the bill. The committee then approved Senate Bill 328, which would require the Department of Education’s school facility evaluation instrument to be established by regulation and to include lead-based paint hazards in the standard of good repair. The Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Advisory Committee supported the bill, explaining that lead had not been included in the original evaluation tool and that the new language would improve transparency and public comment. Senate Bill 318, updating the Delaware State Education Association special license plate program, also passed after DSEA testified that proceeds support scholarships for educators and students pursuing education careers. House Bill 443, dealing with background checks for education volunteers and mentors, passed as well. The sponsor said it would allow DOE to continue receiving wrapback reports for mentors in the state mentoring program and ensure state and federal criminal background checks remain in place. The committee also released Senate Joint Resolution 15, which directs DOE to reevaluate Delaware’s use of the SAT, modernize the accountability framework, and develop additional measures of student achievement and readiness; supporters argued the SAT does not capture career and technical pathways or other indicators of success. House Bill 459, which prohibits the sale of energy drinks on public middle and high school campuses during school hours or events, passed after discussion focused on whether the bill would affect possession versus sale and whether it could lead to student discipline; DOE said the bill only bans sales, and the sponsor said an amendment would clarify intent. Finally, House Concurrent Resolution 137 passed, directing DOE to review math instruction and MTSS supports statewide; testimony emphasized low math proficiency and the need for stronger, more coherent interventions. The committee also began hearing Senate Bill 279 on occupational therapist salary placement, with discussion centered on aligning OT compensation with other specialist roles and broader salary regulation updates, though the transcript cuts off before final action is shown.
DE

Delaware 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Education Committee Meeting Jun 17th, 2026

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • We will now turn to the legislative portion of the agenda.
  • So we've got, yes, Kids, Health, Education. I'm trying to think if I'm forgetting anyone.
  • We've got legislators, although we are non-voting members, Rev. Smith and I.
  • You may also submit comments in writing to the Education Committee email account at Senate Education
  • If they are, then why are we spending 350 grand in the Department of Education?
Bills: SB293 , SB279
Committee: Senate Education
Summary: The Senate Education Committee approved the June 10 minutes and then heard House Bill 447, which would create a framework for voluntary child care cost-sharing partnerships among the state, employers, community sponsors, and families. Supporters said the bill is meant to help make child care more affordable and support workforce participation by using the existing Interagency Resource Management Committee to coordinate planning and funding. Committee discussion focused on how the tri-share model would work, who would participate, and whether it would reach lower-income families; no public comment was offered on the bill. The committee then took up House Bill 300, as amended, which would establish a statewide Title IX coordinator within the Department of Education to provide training, technical assistance, data collection, and oversight for interscholastic athletics in grades 6 through 12. The bill’s sponsor and supporters said the position would help schools comply with Title IX, improve consistency, and make athletic participation and spending data more transparent; opponents or skeptics questioned whether a new DOE position was needed and whether districts were already meeting their obligations. The sponsor and witnesses responded that existing federal data are delayed and incomplete, that some Delaware schools have participation gaps, and that a state-level coordinator would provide needed support and accountability. Public comment on HB 300 included testimony from the Delaware State Education Association, the Delaware Association of School Administrators, the Delaware School Sports Network, and the Office of Women’s Advancement and Advocacy, all generally supporting the bill or its goals. DASA noted it remained neutral but appreciated changes made in House Amendment 1 to reduce reporting burden. After public comment, the chair asked members to sign the bill release forms for the two bills heard, and the committee adjourned.
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Finance and Taxation Education Committee Mar 11th, 2026

Finance and Taxation Education

Transcript Highlights:
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Bills: SB344 , SB344
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Education Policy Committee 2/24/26

Education Policy

Transcript Highlights:
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Bills: HF3489 , HF3550