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DE
Delaware 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Revenue - Finance Committee Meeting Jun 17th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Public comments will also be shared during the public comment portion of the hearing.
- They can't hear on the Zoom, so we've got to make sure. And you don't have to start over again.
- I can hear now. Okay. Sorry about that, Representative. I don't want to. I can hear now. Okay.
- And while we're hearing that explanation, is it possible for someone on staff to get us an updated copy
- Madam Chair, not hearing any further comment, I move House Bill 386 be released from committee.
Summary:
The House Revenue and Finance Committee met to consider two tax-related measures sponsored by Representative Holofsky. The first was House Substitute 1 for House Bill 386, the Tipped Worker Tax Relief Act of 2026, which would allow a temporary Delaware income tax deduction of up to $15,000 for qualified tips for tax years 2027 through 2029, with phaseouts at higher incomes and a refundable credit for lower-income workers. Committee discussion focused on whether the bill applied to residents and non-residents, whether credit-card tips were included, the need for an updated substitute, and the expected fiscal impact. The Office of the Comptroller General said the bill would likely reduce general revenue and that the fiscal note had not yet been fully reviewed, while Deputy Secretary Goldsmith said the Department of Finance could administer it and that implementation costs would be modest. After public comment, the committee voted on a motion to release the bill, but it did not receive enough votes, so the chair said she would walk it for additional signatures.
The committee then heard Senate Bill 219, which would phase in an increase in the military pension income exemption from $12,500 to $25,000 by tax year 2029. Representative Holofsky argued the measure would help attract and retain military retirees, support the economy, and provide a strong return on investment through spending, taxes, and community participation. Members raised concerns about whether the benefit should be income-based, with one member arguing that higher-income retirees may not need the tax break, while supporters emphasized the multiplier effect and the value of veterans to the state. Public testimony from Veterans of Foreign Wars representatives strongly supported the bill and described how the exemption could influence retirement decisions and local economic activity. A motion to release the bill also failed to get enough votes, and the chair said she would walk it for signatures before adjourning the meeting.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 11th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Seeing and hearing no further debate, Assembly Member Garcia, do you wish to close?
- Seeing and hearing no further debate, Madam Majority Leader, do you wish to close?
- Seeing and hearing no further debate, Assembly Member Jackson, do you wish to close?
- Seeing and hearing no further debate, Assembly Member Jackson, do you wish to close?
- Seeing and hearing none, the clerk will read the second day consent calendar.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
250th Anniversary Celebration of the American Revolution Jun 9th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- We will now hear a great presentation from Dusty Rhodes on Sail Boston and the Tall Ships, which are
- We will hear now from... So now, thank you, Dusty.
- Can you give me a thumbs up if you can hear the audio? And I'm going now.
- So hearing none, do I hear a motion to adjourn? Someone to adjourn. Second.
- So hearing none, do I hear a motion to adjourn? Someone to adjourn. Second. All those in favor?
Summary:
The special commission on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution met without quorum but proceeded with updates on upcoming commemoration activities. Chair Sean Garballey and Senator Paul Mark opened the meeting, then heard a detailed presentation from Dusty Rhodes on Sail Boston/Tall Ships, including the July 10–15 schedule, ship arrivals and parade of sail, harbor anchorage, public boarding, the Sail Boston festival, fireworks, and related public safety and logistics planning. Rhodes said the event will involve 20 countries, about 60 ships, and significant coordination among pilots, tugboats, hotels, sponsors, and 67 public safety agencies.
Massachusetts 250 staff Kate Fox and Sheila Green reported on campaign outreach and programming. They highlighted strong website and email engagement, merchandise sales, grant-funded exhibits and murals across the state, the Boston Pops July 4 program, multilingual media outreach, and an I Civics “We Declare” student competition. They also described Massachusetts’ contributions to the America 250 time capsule, the July 8 national reading of the Declaration of Independence, the Great American Block Party in Boston, the flag sojourn, MA 250 signage at rest areas, and a new schools-and-farms partnership with the Department of Clean Energy and Environment and the Executive Office of Education.
Jonathan Lane of Revolution 250 updated the commission on Bunker Hill-related events, the Gloucester battle reenactment, Treaty Day in Watertown, and the organization’s Declaration of Independence project to reprint the Ezekiel Russell broadside for distribution to Massachusetts communities. Members praised the work and discussed a possible Massachusetts-specific time capsule, with several offering to help provide objects or facsimiles and staff planning to solicit broader commission interest in a subcommittee. The meeting ended with brief announcements about an upcoming Mass Humanities screening and Freedom Trail’s 75th anniversary, followed by a motion to adjourn that passed unanimously.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority -OMMA- Apr 17th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So, for the audience online to hear, when you're at the microphone, you do have to push the button; it
- So, for the audience online to hear, when you're at the microphone, you do have to push the button; it
- That way people online can hear.
- They don't hear you. They're not hearing from you.
- So we are sitting in this room right now, and most of them are not hearing from very many of you.
Summary:
The Executive Advisory Council met without a quorum, so no votes were taken, but the meeting proceeded with public comment and agency updates. Public commenters focused on medical marijuana issues including transparency in OMMA proceedings, delays and accreditation at the OMMA quality assurance lab, THC potency inflation, recall and embargo procedures, and the need for more public data and patient safety protections. One commenter also urged consideration of allowing first responders access to cannabis off duty, while another praised OMMA staff professionalism during inspections and enforcement actions.
OMMA leadership responded with updates on the QA lab, saying the agency has been building the lab since receiving authority in 2023 and funding in 2024, and that validations and accreditation are being phased in. They reported current accreditation for pesticides, flower, potency, oils and concentrates, with additional validations for terpenes, water activity, filth and foreign material expected by the end of the month, and heavy metals, mycotoxins, residual solvents, and microbial testing to follow. Officials also said a website page will be launched to provide ongoing lab transparency. Compliance and enforcement updates included 779 inspections, 83 investigations, 65 administrative actions, and the hiring of a recall coordinator.
The council also discussed legislative developments. OMMA said seven bills affecting the agency remain active, including HB 4454 on clearer THC labeling and child-resistant packaging, HB 3143 and HB 3144 on extending the grow-license moratorium and capping grow licenses, and amended bills SB 640, SB 1242, SB 1501, and SB 3 addressing cleanup, training, vendor standards, and THC products outside dispensaries. Members asked about access to METRC data, recall timing, inspector training, body cameras, and whether OMMA considers itself a public health agency. OMMA said METRC data is used internally and is confidential under state law, recalls are handled through a combination of agency notice and industry action, inspectors do wear body cameras under policy, and the agency is still building out its public health and education functions. The next meeting was announced for July 17 at 9 a.m.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs Apr 8th, 2026
Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- So on page 4, lines 91 and 92, that's added language based on our hearing, the public hearing.
- We will open the hearing on House Bill 3381, sponsored by Representative Meirath.
- Thank you for hearing 3381. This bill was not brought by a disgruntled constituent.
- One of our commissioners was almost in tears hearing this.
- We have to give them a chance to hear their case, but we have to— Hear their case and plead their case
Summary:
The committee first took up House Bill 2388 in executive session, considering a substitute that would combine two bills, add counties to the measure, and impose a felony penalty with a $100,000 fine for certain false claims. After Representative Black objected to the size of the fine and members discussed possibly amending it, the sponsor withdrew both the substitute and the motion to do pass, and the bill was set aside for reconsideration later.
The committee then heard House Bill 3381, which would allow counties and certain cities to waive penalties on delinquent property taxes in hardship cases. The sponsor and several supporters, including a Clay County commissioner and a state public advocate, argued the bill would give local officials flexibility to help taxpayers who were delayed by events beyond their control, such as illness, theft, postal delays, or banking errors, while still requiring the underlying taxes to be paid. Members raised questions about proof of hardship, how the bill should be drafted, and whether local retirement funding tied to late fees would be affected.
A representative of the county employees’ retirement fund testified in informational opposition, explaining that a portion of county tax penalties—about $20 million to $25 million annually—helps fund the retirement system and that waiving penalties would reduce that revenue. He said the fund was not opposed to flexibility for difficult cases, but wanted the committee to understand the fiscal impact and suggested that counties could instead appropriate money directly if they wanted to preserve funding. No final vote was taken on House Bill 3381 before the committee adjourned.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs Apr 8th, 2026
Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- So on page 4, lines 91 and 92, that's added language based on our hearing, the public hearing.
- We will open the hearing on House Bill 3381, sponsored by Representative Meirath.
- Thank you for hearing 3381. This bill was not brought by a disgruntled constituent.
- One of our commissioners was almost in tears hearing this.
- We have to give them a chance to hear their case, but we have to— Hear their case and plead their case
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Formal House Session 25 Mar 18th, 2026
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Does the Chair hear objection? The Chair hears none. No call. Does the Chair hear objection?
- The Chair hears none. Members, please take their seats and refrain from conversation.
- The chair hears none. Question comes on adoption of the amendment. All those in favor say aye.
- The chair hears none.
- I too was part of the Ways and Means Committee hearing from DOT and transportation officials about the
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Utilities and Energy Committee Mar 18th, 2026
Utilities and Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- I'd like to convene today's hearing of the Assembly Committee on Utilities and Energy.
- As is customary, I will maintain a quorum throughout today's hearing.
- Okay, seeing and hearing none, any questions or comments from committee members. Right.
- Okay, so that, members, that concludes the business of today's hearing.
- And that concludes today's hearing of the Assembly Committee on Utilities and Energy.
Committee:
House Utilities and Energy
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- And am I hearing from you today that if you got the cut that we're talking about, the only way to stay
- "Anna, can you hear us?" "I can. Thank you, Chairman.
- Is that what I'm hearing? Mr. Epink. Mr.
- Maynard, can you hear us? Yeah, sure. I'm on my phone. I'm paying us. Okay. Can you hear us okay?
- Can you hear us okay? Oh, yes, can you hear me? Yeah, we can hear you. You can hear us? Yes, sir.
Committee:
Senate Health and Welfare
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Corrections and Public Institutions Mar 2nd, 2026
Corrections and Public Institutions
Transcript Highlights:
- We will go straight into hearing bills.
- running their organization, as well as calling victims and threatening them if they showed up for hearings
- Seeing none, that concludes the hearing on House Bill 2708. First time I got to use my gavel today.
- Seeing none, that concludes the hearing on House Bill 2708. First time I got to use my gavel today.
- Thank you for hearing House Bill 3038. It says this creates... House Bill 3038.
Committee:
House Corrections and Public Institutions
Summary:
The committee first heard House Bill 2708, which would increase penalties for bringing or possessing unauthorized electronic communication devices in prisons and jails, raising the offense from a misdemeanor to a Class D felony and clarifying the statutory language. Representative Hovis said the bill is intended to deter contraband cell phones and similar devices that can be used to coordinate criminal activity, threaten victims, or continue gang operations from inside facilities. Department of Corrections staff supported the bill, saying cell phones are dangerous contraband and that current administrative sanctions are not always enough. Members asked about notice to visitors, current DOC discipline, whether the bill applies to inmates, staff, and visitors, and whether the language should be tightened to cover devices “capable of” communication; the sponsor agreed to have House Research review the wording and potentially offer a committee substitute. No opposition testimony was presented.
The committee then heard House Bill 3038, which would place the Department of Health and Senior Services’ Office of Special Investigations into statute and give it limited authority to assist investigations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of eligible adults. Representative Cook said the office already exists and the bill mainly codifies its role, allowing limited subpoena and search warrant authority to speed investigations, especially financial exploitation cases, while preserving local law enforcement and prosecutorial control. DHSS witnesses supported the bill, explaining that their investigators have long worked on vulnerable-adult cases and often need quicker access to records; they said the office has law enforcement experience and coordinates with Adult Protective Services and public safety agencies. Committee members asked about the fiscal note, vacancies, the definition of exploitation, whether the office can investigate public administrators or guardianship cases, and whether investigators have arrest authority; witnesses said the bill is not intended to create a new police force or expand arrest powers, but to formalize existing functions and improve access to records. No witnesses testified in opposition, and the hearing concluded without a vote.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
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AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Attendance roll call will now be taken and will not register until you hear the bell.
- Do not vote until you hear the bell. The House will now proceed to vote.
- Do not vote until you hear the bell. House Bill 2206.
- Do not vote until you hear the bell. The House will now proceed to vote. Thank you. Thank you.
- We'll meet in hearing room number three upon adjournment or recess of the floor. Thank you.
Summary:
The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and a series of guest introductions and proclamations, including recognition of Arizona Statehood Day and National Ballet Day honoring Phoenix Ballet and artistic director Slawomir Wozniak. Members also announced committee substitutions and several bills were placed on the House calendar after second reading.
On third reading, HB 2190, which would add an article relating to the Arizona Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants, failed on a 20-38 vote after debate over whether it was needed to support licensure compacts and workforce access. HB 2206, relating to SNAP and rulemaking, passed 33-25 after a brief dispute over whether it improperly delegated authority to the executive branch. HB 2396, also relating to SNAP and restrictions on purchases, drew extended debate over food deserts, personal choice, public health, and whether the state should limit what low-income families can buy; it passed 34-25.
After announcements about upcoming committee meetings and events, members moved to reconsider the failed HB 2190 vote, and the motion carried. The House then recessed and reconvened later in the day, where it handled additional committee substitutions, withdrew several bills from committees for reassignment, and read HB 2999 for the first time before adjourning until February 17, 2026.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice Feb 4th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you for hearing this bill.
- I know y'all don't like to hear that, but that's the true definition.
- Madam Chair, I want to start off by thanking you for hearing this bill.
- Madam Chair, I want to start off by thanking you for hearing this bill.
- Thank you, Chair Garcia, for agreeing to hear this important bill.
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice met and reported several bills favorably. SB 646, by President Gates, would allow the use of drug testing tools such as test strips and reagent kits to detect dangerous adulterants like fentanyl and xylazine; it was supported by Senator Osgood and others who said it could help prevent overdose deaths, and it passed unanimously. SB 418, by Senator Jones, creates autism-focused law enforcement training and a voluntary Blue Envelope Program for drivers with autism; it drew strong support from Disability Rights Florida, parents, advocates, and committee members, who emphasized safety, communication, and de-escalation, and it also passed unanimously after extensive testimony.\n\nThe committee then considered SB 132, by Senator Polsky, which would require the Florida Commission on Offender Review to maintain a public database to help people determine whether they have completed the requirements for restoration of voting rights. An amendment making the database subject to legislative appropriation was adopted, and the bill was reported favorably. SB 1734, by Senator Martin, would recognize juvenile probation and detention officers as officers under state law, extend training and certification standards, and provide officer-level benefits and protections; it passed without opposition.\n\nFinally, the committee took up SB 820, by Senator Bradley, on problem-solving court reports. A strike-all amendment expanded annual reporting requirements for specialty courts, set a January 31 reporting deadline, and phased in the new data collection. After support from the State Courts Administrator and others, the amendment and the bill as amended were adopted and reported favorably. The committee then adjourned.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice Feb 4th, 2026
Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you for hearing this bill.
- Thank you for hearing this bill, and thank you, Senator Martin, for getting this ball rolling in your
- Madam Chair, I want to start off by thanking you for hearing this bill.
- Madam Chair, I want to start off by thanking you for hearing this bill.
- Thank you, Chair Garcia, for agreeing to hear this important bill.
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice met with a quorum and took up several bills. SB 646, relating to drug paraphernalia, was presented by President Gates as a narrow measure to allow drug testing tools such as fentanyl test strips and reagent kits to detect dangerous adulterants and help prevent overdose deaths. Senator Osgood spoke in strong support, describing the bill as important for people in recovery. The bill had one support appearance and was reported favorably by unanimous roll call.
The committee then heard SB 418 on law enforcement interactions with individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Senator Jones explained that the bill requires autism awareness and communication/de-escalation training for officers and creates a voluntary Blue Envelope Program for drivers with ASD. Multiple advocates, including Disability Rights Florida, an Autism Society representative, parents, and a retired federal officer, testified in support, emphasizing safety, communication, and the need to avoid tragic misunderstandings during police encounters. Senators also discussed whether broader disability training should be considered in the future. SB 418 was reported favorably unanimously.
Next, the committee considered SB 132 on restoration of voting rights, which would require the Florida Commission on Offender Review to create and maintain a public database to help people determine whether they have completed sentence requirements for rights restoration and to publish clearer instructions for eligible individuals. An amendment was adopted to make the database subject to legislative appropriation. The bill was then reported favorably. The committee also approved SB 1734, which recognizes juvenile probation and detention officers as officers under state law and extends training, certification, and certain benefits, and CS/SB 820, which strengthens reporting requirements for problem-solving courts and sets annual reporting deadlines. Both bills were reported favorably after brief discussion and support appearances.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- It is both a temporary and a pending rule, so you'll hear that in my motion, but singular docket, but
- So I'm more than happy to dive into this deeper, of course, once we bring it forward to a full hearing
- Don't hear any. That motion has carried. And that does conclude our official business.
- Now we'll hear closing arguments. Your Honor, this case isn't about rejecting management.
- It was thoroughly enjoyable to hear your arguments were well formulated.
Committee:
Senate State Affairs
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- I hear that was a very short meeting. All right. This is on the President's desk.
- I hear that was a very short meeting. All right. This is on President's desk.
- Director of Office of Administrative Hearings, Tammy L. Eagin here. Awesome.
- at 1:30 in Senate Hearing Room 1.
- 1.30 in Senate hearing room 1.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- Seeing none and no further witnesses, we'll conclude the hearing on House Bill 2394.
- And again, we do have about 10 minutes left as all in the hearing today.
- If you are Ten minutes left is all in the hearing today.
- issues and they can't hear the audio portion, but they can read.
- Seeing no further action, this will conclude the hearing on House Bill 2180.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Commerce and Tourism Jan 13th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, Chair, and thank you, members, for hearing this bill today.
- Thank you, Chair, and thank you, members, for hearing the bill.
- Thank you, Chair, and thank you, members, for hearing the bill.
- Oh, I can hear you down there. We're going to move on. Is there any debate?
- I hear two, maybe two and a half questions there.
Summary:
The Commerce and Tourism Committee heard and reported favorably several bills. SB 386, by Sen. Trumbull, would create consumer rights and manufacturer obligations for defective farm equipment, modeled on lemon-law concepts, and passed without opposition. SB 528, also by Sen. Trumbull, would strengthen Florida’s manufacturing sector through Department of Commerce responsibilities, a chief manufacturing officer role, workforce grants, and reporting requirements; it drew questions about whether it differed from last year’s bill and was supported by several appearance forms before passing favorably. SB 806, a right-to-repair bill for portable wireless devices and agricultural equipment, drew the most testimony: supporters said it would expand consumer choice and repair access, while dealers and industry representatives argued existing manufacturer agreements already provide access and warned the bill could disrupt dealer/manufacturer relationships and future technology; it nevertheless passed favorably.
The committee also approved SB 696 on trademark registration, which would modernize the trademark classification system, allow online applications, and clarify document verification procedures, and SB 930, which creates a 15-member Florida Retirement Savings Task Force to study retirement coverage gaps and recommend policy options without imposing employer mandates. SB 826, by Sen. Leak, would address reward cards that function like gift cards but expire, while excluding loyalty programs; the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association raised concerns about unintended consequences and the need for tighter definitions, but the bill was reported favorably after the sponsor said the language would be refined. SB 874 would expand professional licensure reciprocity for experienced out-of-state surveyors and mappers to address workforce shortages, and it also passed favorably.
After a pause, the committee took up CS/SB 838 on electronic payments of retail installment contracts. Sen. Yarbrough said the bill clarifies that reasonable convenience fees for optional electronic payments are permissible, provided they are disclosed and a fee-free option remains available, to reduce ambiguity and litigation. Members questioned whether the bill could authorize or expand fees and whether the “reasonable” standard was sufficiently clear; the sponsor said the fees are tied to processor costs and are not intended as revenue. An amendment adding the word “retail” was adopted, and the committee substitute was reported favorably. Several members later asked to be recorded as voting in the affirmative on bills they had missed, and the meeting adjourned.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, Chair, and thank you, members, for hearing this bill today.
- Thank you, Chair, and thank you, members, for hearing the bill.
- Thank you, Chair, and thank you, members, for hearing the bill.
- Oh, I can hear you down there. We're going to move on. Is there any debate?
- I hear two, maybe two and a half questions there.
Committee:
Senate Commerce and Tourism
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Military and Veterans Affairs Oct 14th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- So, can you hear me? All right. My name is Vern Lee from Fruitland, New Mexico.
- Again, being 97, hearing is a little bit tough for him, so he regrets not being here at this time.
- I just, I mean, I'm really shocked to hear those things. One of the things, Mr.
- I think it's important to hear that these are your families. I think the Senator said it right.
- I thought I was going to go see something, and I was shocked to hear that. Mr.