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NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Science, Technology and Energy (01/14/2025)

Science, Technology and Energy

Transcript Highlights:
  • ><c> section</c> the dam safety and inspection section the dam safety and inspection section the<00:40
  • dam safety and inspection here so the dam safety and inspection section<00:40:15.760><c> is</c><00:40
  • </c><00:40:30.560><c> safety</c><00:40:30.880><c> and</c> and what what that Dam safety and and what
  • </c><00:40:47.400><c> safety</c><00:40:47.680><c> and</c> still goes through the dam safety and still
  • </c><02:35:54.319><c> safety</c> relicensing or regular Dam safety relicensing or regular Dam safety
Keywords: 1189, house, all
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

JDC Public Hearing 03-03-2026

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
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  • and health of the safety safety and health standards<00:05:34.560><c> established</c><00:05:35.040><
  • </c><00:10:08.440><c> video</c> includes a road safety video includes a road safety video developed<00
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  • So but I understand the safety issue.
Summary: The Judiciary Committee met in decision-making only session and took up a long list of Senate bills, mostly advancing them with either no amendments or committee amendments. Early measures included SB 888, which bars smart household security device operators from sharing user data with law enforcement without consent or a warrant, and SB 2479, which allows certain defendants to seek reduced sentences based on family violence, dating violence, or child abuse history; both were adopted, with SB 2479 amended for technical and procedural changes. The committee also adopted SB 2489 on invasive species provisions in Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity leases, SB 2519 on Law Enforcement Standards Board deadlines, SB 2521 and SB 2527 on CDL-related exemptions and training/policies for emergency personnel, and SB 2575 on firearm-related mandatory minimum penalties, which was amended to clarify scope and set a far-future effective date. Several transportation and public safety bills were also approved. SB 2591 created a Waikiki refuse-collection pilot program; SB 2611 expanded criminal trespass rules for school premises to weekends and holidays, though one member raised concerns about use of school property as a park; SB 2665 required driver-license renewal applicants with recent citations to complete a road-safety course, later narrowed to moving violations only; SB 2667 restricted towing vehicles from far-left lanes; SB 2695 clarified crosswalk duties; SB 2697 prohibited driving on shoulders except in limited cases; and SB 2812 required driver testing on dangers posed by larger vehicles, with court-ordered timing for re-examination. Most of these measures passed unanimously or with one or more members recording no votes or reservations, but they were still adopted. The committee also advanced SB 2713 on restricting certain pesticide use near elderly care facilities, SB 2730 on warrantless arrest and detention factors for petty misdemeanors and violations, SB 2765 on condominium foreclosure rental income, SB 2795 on flag display rights in housing associations with health and safety carve-outs, SB 2797 on gift card fraud, SB 2806 on real estate listing restrictions, SB 2818 on boating and ocean recreation penalties, SB 2835 on liquor licensing and education funding, SB 2849 on public meeting notice requirements, SB 2851 on a deafness designation for vehicle registration, SB 2896 lowering the commercial driving age to 18, SB 2922 on cooperative association definitions, SB 2970 on state contracting conflicts involving relatives, SB 2972 on temporary Oahu spearing restrictions for certain fish, and SB 2973 on banning jug-line fishing. A few bills drew objections over breadth or penalties, especially the boating and fishing measures, but the committee still adopted the recommendations. SB 2751 on workers’ compensation prescription drug rules was deferred indefinitely, and the meeting ended with the chair noting upcoming joint and committee meetings for the next day.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • Dam safety: $5 million has been appropriated to Pennyroyal Forest State Resort Park Dam.
  • Dam<00:23:20.960><c> safety</c><00:23:22.159><c> $5</c><00:23:22.480><c> million</c><00:23:23.200><c>
  • have</c><00:23:23.440><c> been</c><00:23:23.600><c> has</c><00:23:23.919><c> been</c> Dam safety $5
  • million have been has been Dam safety $5 million have been has been appropriated<00:23:24.799><c> to<
  • The dam is a priority Resort Park Dam.
Keywords: 958, all
Summary: The Budget Subcommittee on Economic Development, Tourism, and Environmental Protection received a detailed update from Kentucky State Parks Commissioner Meyer on capital projects funded through HJR 76, HJR 56, and House Bill 6. He said the department is making steady progress on a large portfolio of park improvements, with regular quarterly reporting to the legislature and ongoing coordination with the Finance Cabinet, the Energy and Environment Cabinet, the Commonwealth Office of Technology, and local utilities and governments. He emphasized that ADA accessibility is a priority across projects and noted that many completed items, including campground bathhouse renovations, broadband upgrades, life safety improvements, playground replacements, and some furniture and mattress upgrades, are already drawing positive feedback. The presentation focused heavily on campground, utility, and infrastructure work. Meyer described $40 million in campground upgrades split between western and eastern Kentucky, including projects at Ken Lake, Carter Caves, My Old Kentucky Home, Cumberland Falls, and others. He also outlined $20 million in utility improvements, including a federal matching grant for grid resiliency at Ken Lake and Kentucky Dam Village, plus wastewater and electrical infrastructure work at parks such as Dale Hollow, Blue Licks, Natural Bridge, and Cumberland Falls. Additional categories included building systems, life safety, structural repairs, accommodations and hospitality upgrades, pool and beach work, dam safety, playgrounds, and golf course improvements. Members asked about the status of Lake Barkley utilities, the possibility of transferring upgraded utility infrastructure to local providers after repairs, and how park repair priorities are set. Meyer said park managers report issues through regional directors and that projects are prioritized through a running capital list, similar to a long-range transportation plan. He said the department has already spent the current $20 million allocation and is requesting $40 million in the next budget cycle, adding that the department believes it could spend and complete projects if that amount is appropriated. The commissioner also said the department is managing 284 additional capital projects outside the main funding streams, totaling nearly $70 million.
FL

Florida 2026 4th Special Session

January 20, 2026 - 01:00 PM

Transcript Highlights:
  • A lot of people have said there's passages for life, so are 80% of your dams.
  • The second thing is they say the dam is in failure.
  • The state legislature Three years ago appropriated $1.7 million to make sure the dam was in good shape
  • The long-term solution to the situation is to breach the Rodman Dam, restore the Ocklawaha River.
  • They have designated it as a high hazard dam. When built it had a 50-year lifespan.
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Resources, Recreation and Development (01/21/2026)

Resources, Recreation and Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c><01:58:46.800><c> safety,</c> different sections from um dam safety, different sections from um dam
  • We do get some federal grants from the dam safety side for the inspection and assessment of dams in New
  • We do get some federal grants from the dam safety side for the inspection and assessment of dams in New
  • We do get some federal grants from the dam safety side for the inspection and assessment of dams in New
  • We do get some federal grants from the dam safety side for the inspection and assessment of dams in New
Keywords: 1189, house, all
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • My last question has to do with dam safety funding.
  • So first of all, I'll agree with you on the importance of dam safety.
  • very strong oversight for dam safety.
  • And then when it comes to dam safety, there was a lot of funding approved last year.
  • With dam safety, $2 million is in the budget for this year.
Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Climate, Crisis, Resources, Energy, and Transportation opened its first hearing on the governor’s natural resources budget with Secretary Wade Crowfoot of the Natural Resources Agency. Crowfoot reviewed California’s recent climate and environmental challenges—drought, wildfire, heat, sea level rise, and federal uncertainty—and highlighted progress on clean energy, zero-emission vehicles, wildfire resilience, water management, coastal planning, conservation, tribal land return, and streamlined project delivery. Members praised his engagement and the administration’s work with tribes, and Crowfoot emphasized that the administration is focused on finishing major projects, improving nature-based solutions, and considering whether some temporary streamlining measures should be codified. He also discussed the Mediterranean Climate Action Partnership and said the state is working with other Mediterranean-climate governments on wildfire, drought, and heat response. Members and the LAO then focused on budget conditions and priorities. The Legislative Analyst’s Office said the state budget remains precarious despite strong revenues, with the governor’s proposal relying on borrowing and reserves and leaving large out-year deficits unresolved. The LAO urged a high bar for new spending, especially in a deficit environment, and recommended prioritizing immediate health and safety needs, avoiding new ongoing commitments, and thinking carefully about special funds. On Proposition 4, the LAO said the administration’s approach generally appeared reasonable and consistent with the bond, but noted implementation has been slow and that the Legislature may want to use appropriations language to shape broad programs such as home hardening, outdoor recreation, and climate education. The chair stressed that climate and environmental funds should be used for their intended purposes and that wildfire spending should shift more toward community hardening and home protection. The hearing then turned to water resilience and Proposition 4 spending. Department of Finance and department staff outlined the bond’s water-related funding for safe drinking water, drought, flood, water recycling, stormwater, groundwater management, dam safety, and the State Water Project. Members pressed for details on how funds would be prioritized, how grants would reach disadvantaged communities, and how the state would track the bond’s 40% target for vulnerable communities. Staff said new tools and reporting systems are being used to monitor allocations, and that AB 107 and related changes should speed up grant implementation by reducing redundant regulatory steps. The committee also discussed dam safety needs, State Water Project repairs, groundwater implementation grants, and the risk of relying on uncertain future revenues from the Salton Sea lithium tax. No votes were taken, and the hearing was informational only.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Session (Part II) Aug 18th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Bill 1 by Perry, et al., relating to campground and youth camp safety.
  • If you added all public safety, certainly, they would be not.
  • Oh, I think safety is very important.
  • No family has been able to see these documents from the Department of Public Safety.
  • Literally everything local government does you could claim is related to safety.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Session Aug 15th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • following purposes: To consider and act upon the following legislation to ensure and enhance youth camp safety
  • the requirement to obtain a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain dams
  • Senator Parker mentioned updates on public safety initiatives.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

House Chamber - Wed Mar 18, 2026, 12:00PM HST - Day 29

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • his work, William is committed to improving our communities by prioritizing health, wellness, and safety
  • his work, William is committed to improving our communities by prioritizing health, wellness, and safety
  • his work, William is committed to improving our communities by prioritizing health, wellness, and safety
  • 52:01.280><c> and</c> our state, prioritizes the health and our state, prioritizes the health and safety
  • of our communities, and supports safety of our communities, and supports the<00:52:04.040><c> next</
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • For dam safety, and $15 million for system-wide flood risk reduction.
  • I wanted to talk about dam safety. How many dams has the Department of Water Resources classified?
  • I wanted to talk about dam safety. How many dams has the Department of Water Resources classified?
  • The Governor's budget does propose the dam safety backfill to provide budget resiliency.
  • interested in Prop. 4 and dam safety issues that we are faced with.
Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on water and coastal resilience heard an overview of the governor’s Proposition 4 spending plan, with presentations from the Department of Finance, the State Water Resources Control Board, the Department of Water Resources, the Legislative Analyst’s Office, and later coastal agencies. Members discussed the water chapter’s major allocations for drinking water and wastewater, recycled water, tribal water infrastructure, groundwater recharge and SGMA implementation, dam safety, flood protection, integrated regional water management, Salton Sea projects, and water data/stream gauges. The LAO noted that many programs are established and have clear funding processes, but some newer or less-defined programs may warrant more detailed future budget requests and reporting. No votes were taken on the agenda items. Members raised concerns about groundwater subsidence, water deliveries from the Delta, the pace of water storage investments, instream flows, and whether bond dollars were being used to backfill General Fund reductions. Administration witnesses said groundwater recharge spending is being paced because prior years already funded substantial SGMA work, that Delta operations are governed by water quality, salinity, and species requirements, and that Proposition 1 storage projects have moved slowly because they are locally led and require permitting and financing. The Water Board and DWR said they use public needs assessments, annual plans, and existing grant processes to prioritize projects, and Finance said some General Fund programs were shifted to Proposition 4 to help balance the budget. Members also asked for clearer public tracking of bond spending and more concise future reporting. In the coastal resilience portion, the Ocean Protection Council and Coastal Conservancy described Proposition 4 funding for sea level rise adaptation, coastal flood management, habitat restoration, public access, and San Francisco Bay projects, with a multi-year rollout based on project readiness and recent large state investments. The Conservancy said it would use its existing rolling grant process, while OPC said its sea level rise grants would build on existing programs and new technical assistance. The Department of Fish and Wildlife explained its proposed use of bond funds for climate-ready fisheries, hatchery modernization, salmon monitoring, whale- and turtle-safe fishing gear, and a specific hatchery operations request tied to the Friant settlement. The LAO said the coastal chapter’s proposed first-year spending is relatively modest but generally reasonable given staffing and project readiness, while members emphasized oversight, transparency, and coordination across agencies and jurisdictions.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Environment and Natural Resources Jan 20th, 2026

Environment and Natural Resources

Transcript Highlights:
  • The dam was not designed for flood control or built to modern standards, so breaching the dam creates
  • The dam has a 50-year life. It's 58 years old.
  • Reach the dam. Uncover dozens of smother.
  • The dam is 58 years old and designated a high hazard dam by DEP. ...due to the threat its failure would
  • And as to the safety of the dam, it is well maintained by the state.
Keywords: 999, senate, all
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Basically, members, without getting into a whole lot of dam discussions, there are a whole lot of dams
  • The answer is not a private dam, but these dams are a lot like the private dams and very seldom get confused
  • , which is campground safety.
  • 141 of the Health and Safety Code.
  • I will tell you, this is also about safetysafety of the volunteers, safety of the citizens, and safety
Keywords: 1185, senate, all
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • This ensures a return on our investment and public safety.
  • Can you expand upon what led to the dams? So the question is what led to the D+ in dams.
  • So for dams, uh, one of the issues that always comes up with dams, I think we've talked about in previous
  • report cards as well, is ownership and dam, like the planning behind, uh, Dam infrastructure.
  • So safety was one of the metrics that brought dams down. Next question.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Transportation, Highways and Public Works May 18th, 2026

Transportation, Highways & Public Works

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm opposed to the bill, one, for safety reasons.
  • concurrent resolution number 96 by Representative Adams, urges and requests the Department of Public Safety
  • and Corrections, Office of Representative Adams, urges and requests the Department of Public Safety
Bills: HCR96, SB431
Summary: The House Transportation Committee met on May 18, 2026, with a quorum present and took up Senate Bill 431 by Senator Foil. The bill, as amended in the House, would apply only to non-consensual private-property tows and require towing companies to have someone available on weekends to release vehicles within 90 minutes of a call if they want to charge storage fees for Saturday and Sunday. Senator Foil said the measure was intended to help vehicle owners retrieve cars and belongings sooner, while not forcing companies to stay open; Lieutenant John Nelson of Louisiana State Police explained that payment would still occur at the yard and that the bill did not change the fee structure. Amy Seals of Riverside Towing opposed the bill, citing safety concerns, burdens on office staff, and fairness issues because it would not cover police-initiated tows; she suggested limiting weekend release hours to daytime. Despite her concerns, the committee moved SB 431 favorably without objection. The committee then considered House Concurrent Resolution 96 by Representative Adams, which urges the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Office of Motor Vehicles, to provide educational materials on proper roundabout use. Adams said the resolution was meant to help drivers in smaller parishes and elsewhere who struggle with roundabouts. Several members supported the idea, noting confusion about roundabout navigation in their areas, and one member asked whether driver education already covers the topic. The resolution was moved favorably without objection. Before adjourning, the chair recognized a new DOTD staff member and a visitor from the Florida Women’s Republican group. Representative Spells then moved to adjourn, and the committee adjourned without objection.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Commerce Mar 30th, 2026

Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • It was based on a cost study that we did with Mission Critical Partners, which is a leading public safety
  • It preserves the flexibility for the providers near schools while prioritizing our children's safety.
  • While prioritizing our children's safety.
  • these structures are placed near the schools, where our children spend so much of their day, that safety
  • HB 536, I believe, strikes a balance between our infrastructure growth and school safety.
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Higher Education Mar 19th, 2026

Joint Committee on Higher Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • schools post clear information online about gluten-free and allergen-free meals, including menus, safety
  • post clear, centralized information about gluten-free and allergy-free meals, including menus, food safety
  • The celiac community grows up navigating a world that is not designed with their safety in mind.
Bills: H5012, S2927
HI
Bills: SB2057
Summary: The Judiciary Committee met on Thursday, March 5, for a series of decision-making agendas and considered a long list of Senate bills. Early measures included SB 2151, which clarifies state and local authority during emergencies and revises the definition of “emergency”; the committee agreed to restore the broader, long-used definition and add a sunset date, then passed the bill with amendments. SB 3055, concerning false impersonation of an employee organization representative, was amended to remove liquidated damages and passed. Several technical or conforming bills also advanced, including SB 3067, SB 3077, SB 3131, SB 3134, SB 3144, SB 3152, SB 3154, and SB 3249, with most passed with technical amendments or unamended; some members noted reservations on SB 3249. The committee also took up bills affecting public safety, health, and education. SB 3083 was amended to narrow notice requirements for protective orders involving military-affiliated individuals to a designated military security force, and SB 3118 on the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children passed as is. SB 3134 modernized emergency medical services statutes, while another SB 3134 item addressed dangerous intoxication and civil protective custody. SB 3262, requiring the Hawaii State Teachers Board to submit nominees to the Board of Education, was amended to include a defective effective date. SB 3315, allowing a one-time medical cannabis purchase while registration is pending, was also amended to a delayed effective date and passed. A substantial portion of the meeting focused on law enforcement and immigration-related proposals. SB 3322, which restricts facial coverings by law enforcement, requires visible identification, and sets agency policies on cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, was amended to remove an affirmative defense, make the penalty a misdemeanor, and incorporate exceptions for undercover work and related preparation; it passed with one no vote. SB 3251, barring certain former ICE and Border Patrol personnel from employment in specified state agencies, was narrowed to apply to those with more than 90 cumulative days of such work during a defined period and passed with reservations. SB 2057, a reconsideration measure limiting use of state personnel and funds to assist federal immigration agents beyond their authority, was further amended to clarify definitions, protect First Amendment activity, and preserve cooperation required by federal law; it then passed without objection. The committee adjourned after adopting each measure considered.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

03/04/2026 - House Judiciary

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Bill 1160 addresses a concern we have about public safety as it relates to drones flying over
  • things fly over our entertainment areas when we have NASCAR events, and it becomes kind of a public safety
  • issue and a safety hazard for our fans as well as our participants.
  • issue and a safety hazard for our fans as well as our participants.
  • If you do get convicted of it as a class one misdemeanor, so it's just more of a public safety thing