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MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS Senate Floor - 4 February, 2026; 10:00 AM
Mississippi Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- This brings forward all the code sections we will need for the various funds that we have in the state
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- </c> Valley State Satellite Express. Valley State Satellite Express.
- </c> 2025 6A state championship. 2025 6A state championship.
- </c> association code of ethics. association code of ethics.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Without the state of parole, police I waive in support. Thank you.
- Everybody across the state thinks this.
- Everybody across the state thinks this.
- Everybody across the state thinks this.
- And when they can't, they're going to have to ask the state for help.
Committee:
Senate Community Affairs
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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- Uh I United States Department of Energy.
- </c> energy use and market driven energy energy use and market driven energy choices,<00:03:45.040><c
- . states. states.
- ><c> grant</c><01:33:45.920><c> state</c> relationships through state grant state relationships through
Committee:
Senate Higher Education
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Mar 23rd, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- In our state, he has put in over 300 hours into the Dungeness crab working group.
- Ladies and gentlemen, please help me welcome these fine students from California State University.
- And now we can welcome these future leaders to the California State Senate. Thank you. Thank you.
- Welcome to the California State Senate. You know. Thank you. You know. Thank you. Thank you.
Summary:
The Senate opened with roll call, a prayer marking World Water Day, and the Pledge of Allegiance, then suspended Senate Rule 55 to allow guests on the floor. Several special introductions followed, including California Wildlife Photo of the Year winner Alice Cahill, outgoing Fish and Wildlife Director Chuck Bonham, Avalon Fire Chief Michael Alegría, and a Cal Poly Pomona student delegation participating in CHESS/CSU Lobby Day. Members praised Bonham’s long service and the students’ advocacy on higher education issues. The Assembly’s passage of AB 2156 was announced, and the Senate approved the March 16–19 journals as corrected.
The chamber then took up SCR 132, designating March 22, 2026 as California STEAM Robotics Day. The author and supporting senators emphasized robotics and STEAM education as hands-on preparation for careers in engineering, AI, manufacturing, and other technical fields, and highlighted partnerships with industry and programs such as FIRST Robotics. The resolution passed on a 34-0 vote. Afterward, the author introduced robotics students and industry representatives, including Ethan Wynn of Poway High School and leaders from Garner Holt Productions, to recognize their work in STEAM education and robotics.
The Senate next considered five gubernatorial appointments, all brought by Senator Grove: Paul Toopee to lead the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, Peter Britery to the Southwestern Low-Level Radioactive Waste Commission, Dr. Youngping Chen and Gregory Lung to the California Acupuncture Board, and Roy Mather to the Board of Pilot Commissioners. Each nominee was described as experienced in the relevant field and each was confirmed unanimously, 34-0. The Senate also suspended Joint Rule 62(a) to allow the Committee on Governmental Organization to hear AB 2156 on March 24 without sufficient notice.
In closing, Senator Blakespear requested adjournment in memory of Anne Colchin, a longtime Carlsbad city councilmember and civic leader remembered for decades of public service, environmental stewardship, and community planning. The Senate agreed to memorialize her, then announced that members would proceed to the Assembly chambers for the joint convention and State of the Judiciary address, with the next floor session scheduled for March 26, 2026.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Jun 16th, 2026
Military and Veterans Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Washington.
- their states.
- Washington.
- that is your state.
- that is your state.
Committee:
House Military and Veterans Affairs
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Mar 23rd, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- Ladies and gentlemen, please help me welcome these fine students from California State University.
- And now we can welcome these future leaders to the California State Senate. Thank you. Thank you.
- I work with the kids, teaching them coding along with other experiments.
- Welcome to the California State Senate. You know. Thank you. You know. Thank you. Thank you.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- So there's a, the way that the state values determination works is if you are out of the state values
- The state.
- state.
- and retaining state employees.
- I want to mention the state, our second planning process, the new state. flood plan.
Committee:
House Appropriations
Keywords:
infrastructure, water supply, flood mitigation, Texas Water Fund, community projects, funding allocations
Summary:
During this committee meeting, the focus was on discussing critical infrastructure funding, especially related to water supply and flood mitigation projects. Chairwoman Stepney and the Water Development Board presented extensive details regarding the Texas Water Fund, which included $1 billion appropriated to assist various financial programs and tackle pressing water and wastewater issues. Additionally, funding allocations aimed at compromising the state's flood risk and improving water conservation were hotly debated, emphasizing collaboration among committee members and the necessity of addressing community needs in such projects.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:08:22.960><c> but</c> state the state patrol obviously but state the state patrol obviously but
- Were they from another state?
- Fair from the State Capitol.
- Fair from the State Capitol.
- Fair from the State Capitol.
Committee:
Senate Transportation
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Local Government Committee Mar 25th, 2026
Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
- and local building codes, such as air quality regulations that interact with building codes, as well
- as solar energy requirements and other green codes.
- Requirements and other green codes.
- When a law, executive order, or state agency directive imposes a state mandate, a local government must
- As Assembly Member Hadrick mentioned, the state still owes local government... ...the state still owes
Committee:
House Local Government
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session: 2025 First Special Session - part 2 Jun 9th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- This bill funds state government.
- We were also able to get some funding to the Washington County Bridge.
- Our state troopers are funded out of these accounts.
- The amendment is coded A2.
- But when we think about the future of our state, it's not okay.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Natural Resources Committee Mar 23rd, 2026
Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- Surfing is the state sport.
- And there are remnants that, again, that forest was divested to the state, transferred to the state in
- There are specific codes set— The mandates for the state forest are already unique.
- Is it to actually move this to the state and have a state backup?
- And those 40 states included California.
Committee:
House Natural Resources
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Natural Resources Committee Mar 23rd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Surfing is the state sport.
- Folks in this state as well.
- And there are remnants that, again, that forest was divested to the state, transferred to the state in
- There are specific codes set— The statutes and the mandates for the state forest are already unique.
- Is it to actually move this to the state and have a state backup?
Summary:
The committee heard several bills, beginning with AB 1938, which would create a voluntary process for local governments to designate California surf reserves through the Ocean Protection Council. The author and supporters, including Save the Waves Coalition, the League of California Cities, and the California State Association of Counties, argued the bill would recognize surf breaks as important natural and economic assets. The bill received a due pass recommendation to Appropriations and passed on a roll call vote, with the measure left on call. The committee also approved the consent calendar, which included AB 1699, AB 1780, AB 1891, AB 1893, and AB 2566.
The committee then took up AB 2051, which would convene a coastal resilience permitting working group to develop a roadmap for streamlining permits for coastal resilience projects. The author and supporters from the Bay Area Council, Port of San Francisco, and others said the bill would reduce duplicative permitting delays while preserving environmental protections. One member raised concerns about giving too much authority to the Coastal Commission, but the bill still received a due pass recommendation to Water, Parks and Wildlife and passed on a roll call vote.
AB 2494, dealing with the management of demonstration state forests, drew substantial debate. The author said the bill would update outdated 1947-era management goals to emphasize biodiversity, carbon sequestration, wildfire resilience, recreation, research, and tribal co-governance, with strong support from Mendocino County, tribal representatives, and environmental groups. Opponents from the Farm Bureau, California Forestry Association, and others argued it would shift the forests away from sustainable timber production, create funding instability, and invite litigation. After extensive questioning about forest science, old growth, funding, and tribal co-management, the bill received a due pass recommendation to Appropriations and passed on a roll call vote.
The committee also approved AB 2483, which would create a permanent certification pathway for formerly incarcerated firefighters who served on Cal Fire hand crews. Supporters said the bill would recognize their training and improve job prospects after release, and it passed unanimously to Public Safety. Finally, AB 1777, the California Clean Skies Act, was heard; it would affirm CARB’s authority to adopt indirect source rules to address pollution from vehicle-heavy facilities such as warehouses and ports. Environmental, health, and labor supporters backed the bill as a tool to protect public health, while trucking, business, port, and industry groups opposed it as costly and overly broad. The bill remained under discussion at the end of the transcript, with members debating whether it clarified existing authority or created new regulatory power.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Energy Finance and Policy Committee 3/12/26
Energy Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- , asset management, and capital project execution in each state in which Xcel Energy operates a gas system
- , asset management, and capital project execution in each state in which Xcel Energy operates a gas system
- It avoids efficiency losses when you transfer energy hundreds of miles over state borders.
- So, uh, East Central Energy is pretty much an average, uh, utility here in the state of Minnesota with
- And so when you look at the state here today, we have 12,000 systems outside of Xcel Energy, uh, in the
Committee:
House Energy Finance and Policy
Keywords:
utilities, rate cases, cost recovery, reporting requirements, gas infrastructure, 1183, house
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Formal House Session 9 Jan 28th, 2026
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- State Delegation. Mr. Mr.
- Today, there are about 2.2 million domestic workers here in the United States.
- We don't call fire codes or food safety codes mandates.
- We don't call fire codes or food safety codes mandates.
- We actually have these codes to actually meet the needs to keep us all safe.
Summary:
The House convened for a floor session that began with routine actions, including suspension of the rules and adoption of several committee-reported resolutions and orders. Members adopted a congratulatory resolution for Yolanda Kruger’s 100th birthday and approved orders extending the Public Health Committee’s reporting deadlines on House documents 4984 and 4988. The chamber also moved through a number of local bills, including measures authorizing additional alcohol licenses for Hudson and Cohasset and a charter amendment for Plymouth, all of which were passed to be engrossed.
The House then took up several major bills on third reading. House 3417, designating Domestic Workers’ Rights Day, was debated at length by Representative Sousa, who described domestic workers as essential but often invisible workers and argued the designation would raise awareness of existing protections and help prevent exploitation. The bill passed to be engrossed on a roll call vote of 156-0. The House also passed House 4992, authorizing Barnstable County and the town of Bourne to convey land, and House 4994, the “Paths Act,” which would require a phased-in apprenticeship participation standard on large public construction projects and establish a commission to study apprenticeship issues. Supporters emphasized workforce development, union apprenticeship pathways, and long-term economic opportunity.
Another major measure, House 4993, the Preston Settles Every Minute Counts Act, would require automated external defibrillators and trained personnel at sporting facilities and events. Representative Decker described the bill as a response to the death of a young athlete from sudden cardiac arrest and said it would close a safety gap outside schools. Representative Frost offered amendments to create a state fund to help communities pay for AEDs and to allow exemptions for remote locations without permanent power, but both amendments were rejected on roll call votes. The bill itself later passed to be engrossed by roll call, and the House also enacted a Hingham land-use bill allowing municipal property to be used for a center for active living. The session included several recesses, introductions of visitors and constituents, and ended with the House adjourning to meet the next day at 11 a.m.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Formal House Session 9 Jan 28th, 2026
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- State Delegation. Mr. Mr.
- Today, there are about 2.2 million domestic workers here in the United States.
- We don't call fire codes or food safety codes mandates.
- We don't call fire codes or food safety codes mandates.
- We actually have these codes to actually meet the needs to keep us all safe.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 56 (3-31-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Kentucky State Fair Board, Senator Kentucky State Fair Board, Senator Mills.<00:13:52.880><c> Senate<
- </c> King as executive director of the Energy King as executive director of the Energy Planning<00:15
- </c> 480, an act relating to state contracts. 480, an act relating to state contracts.
- </c> program, the 3D State Championship. program, the 3D State Championship.
- </c><05:26:18.798><c> Senator</c> Kentucky State Fair Board. Senator Kentucky State Fair Board.
Keywords:
open records, public access, transparency, government accountability, public agency, dental practice, licensing, administrative regulations, dental assistants, supervision, Medicaid, community engagement, healthcare, managed care, eligibility, public assistance, insurance, public adjuster, claim process, contract requirements
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Transportation Infrastructure Revenue Subcommitee Oct 6th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm David Gallegos, State Senator from Itty and Lee County, the very southeast side of the state, part
- In the state of New Mexico.
- Additionally, we have states such as New Mexico that have state-specific requirements that I'll get into
- This is a chart that shows the United States and the different states that have autonomous vehicle deployment
- I think our whole state is having their eyes on Rio.
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Human Services Committee May 27th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And because we're a rural state, we have the same issues as other rural states do.
- Possible an idea for the state to invest in both, in state government, and then also to share with city
- to invest in both. possible an idea for the states to invest in both, in state government, and then
- There are some Century Code things.
- There is some century code things.
Summary:
The committee first heard an update on North Dakota’s Interagency Council on Homelessness and Continuum of Care funding. Jennifer Henderson of the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency reported that homelessness remains driven by tight housing markets, low incomes, rising rents, and barriers to rental assistance, public benefits, and disability determinations. She said the state’s one-time North Dakota Homeless Grant is serving all regions but reaches far fewer households than the former Rent Help program, and that aging homelessness, shelter staffing shortages, and limited affordable units are growing concerns. Members discussed the need for more housing supply, better coordination with Health and Human Services, landlord engagement, reentry housing, and possible continued one-time funding for the $10 million Homeless Grant and $25 million Housing Incentive Fund. Henderson also warned that federal Continuum of Care funding is uncertain, with HUD expected to issue a new notice June 1 and possible shifts away from permanent supportive housing toward transitional housing and other models.
The committee then took testimony on accessibility of government services for people who are blind, visually impaired, deaf, or hard of hearing. Paul Olson of North Dakota Vision Services School for the Blind described the school’s services for infants, children, and adults, including screenings, mobility training, assistive technology, and outreach across the state. He said the agency works closely with Vocational Rehabilitation and is also involved in improving website and document accessibility, especially for PDF materials. Public testimony highlighted barriers such as inaccessible CAPTCHA systems, online forms, driver’s license requirements on job applications, and limited transportation in rural areas. A deaf resident urged broader use of video remote interpreting and video relay services, along with training so people know how to use them effectively.
Finally, Kay Larson presented the final report on the child care provider licensing study. The report recommended streamlining North Dakota’s child care licensing structure into three provider types plus a preschool designation, while preserving health and safety standards and maintaining eligibility for child care assistance. The committee discussed simplifying training and qualification rules, revising ratio and group-size requirements, and adjusting age bands for infants and toddlers. The report also noted that some changes would require statutory amendments and later administrative rule changes, with a transition period likely extending through 2029. No formal votes were taken in the transcript, but the committee accepted the updates and scheduled follow-up presentations for a later meeting.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Criminal Jurisprudence S/C New Offenses and Changed Penalties May 8th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- , the Code of Criminal Procedures, or any other order from a state that's related to those, and I'm happy
- So when an ERPO is in, in other states, and keep in mind there are 19 states plus DC, only 2 states have
- applied to out of state orders.
- the, uh, the United States of the United States.
- Section 1B refers to the section of the penal code that states that a person who murders a child who
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Judiciary Committee Apr 1st, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And under North Dakota Century Code and North Dakota administrative code, a licensed distributor may
- on around the state.
- It's in our state.
- I'm here specifically to address Century Code 53-06 of the Century Code.
- And that there is legislation that's... ...pending or has been approved in the state of Washington that
Summary:
The Judiciary Interim Committee met to begin its study of charitable gaming and the ownership of alcoholic beverage establishments by licensed charitable gaming organizations, a study directed by Senate Bill 2334. Legislative Council gave an overview of the constitutional and statutory framework for charitable gaming, site authorizations, rent limits, proceeds, and recent legislative changes. The Attorney General’s Gaming Division then clarified the financial flow of gaming, explaining that in fiscal year 2025 North Dakota had about $2.5 billion in gross gaming proceeds, with roughly 88-90% paid back in prizes and about $256 million available to organizations after taxes; most of that activity came from electronic pull tabs. Members asked for more detail on winnings, replays, rent, and the breakdown of manufacturer/distributor revenues, and the AG’s office agreed to provide supplemental information.
The committee also heard from the League of Cities and the Association of Counties about local site authorization. Cities said they have a limited role in approving gaming sites, can adopt policies after public hearing, may charge up to $100, and can set certain conditions, including local nexus requirements, but cannot require donations or force a specific charity or site. The League said it had worked with stakeholders on a model policy to provide more consistency, though members raised concerns that local requirements could become too restrictive for charities serving broader areas. Counties said the issue is mostly a city matter, with little county involvement beyond minimal site fees and general site approval.
The North Dakota Gaming Alliance testified in support of the study and provided IRS-related material suggesting charities may use asset diversification, while emphasizing it had not taken a position on whether charities should own bars. Members questioned whether bar ownership is being used for site stability or to channel charitable gaming dollars, and whether city policies might disadvantage charities with broader missions. The committee also discussed the relationship between gaming organizations, manufacturers, and distributors, including restrictions on incentives and interference, and asked for more information on those entities and their ownership. Later in the meeting, the Racing Commission gave its regular update on live racing, pari-mutuel wagering, ADW providers, purse and promotion funds, a new TRPB contract, and concerns about cease-and-desist actions from other states. Finally, the State Hospital superintendent briefly reported on the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s support services, including the SORT team, training, and security assistance for the hospital campus.