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CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Utilities and Energy Committee Apr 22nd, 2026

Utilities and Energy

Transcript Highlights:
  • asked for $360-some-odd million to go for that type of work.
  • We don't anticipate it being this high to provide the incentives for electrification.
  • And registering opposition for Leadership Council for Justice and Accountability, Positions for Social
  • Because of the very high efficiency of TENS, they also mitigate the need for costly transmission buildout
  • of energy-only resources for the purposes of sufficiency for energy storage. ...for the purposes of
Keywords: 988, house, all
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • And in that, we have seen progress for all the reasons that my colleague noted. I hope Dr.
  • For just a little bit of background, as early as 2011, DPR identified paraquat as a pesticide of high
  • And she just would like to thank you for listening and hopes you can do everything you can to protect
  • I thank you, and I hope that you support our children, because we want the best for them.
  • We hope that we can do everything possible to keep these healthy and clean for all of us.
Summary: The joint Assembly and Senate hearing examined whether California’s pesticide program is meeting its public-protection goals, with opening remarks from committee chairs emphasizing the state’s large pesticide use, the need to transition toward sustainable pest management, and ongoing oversight including a state audit of DPR and county agricultural commissioner enforcement. The hearing also referenced recent concerns in Ladera Ranch about childhood cancer cases and the need for transparent investigation and community access to information. Panel one focused on human health and the regulatory framework. Dr. Anna Maria Mora described long-running CHAMACOS research showing widespread pesticide exposure in farmworker families, links to neurodevelopmental, respiratory, liver, and cardiometabolic harms, and greater impacts on children facing social adversity. She urged biomonitoring, better linkage of exposure data to health outcomes, regulation of chemical classes and mixtures, stronger buffers around homes and schools, and more community-based research. Professor Tim Malloy explained California’s two-tier system of DPR registration and county permitting, said the state’s program is strong but falls short on cumulative exposure analysis and alternatives assessment, and argued that DPR and counties need better tools, training, and funding to implement legally required protections. Committee members asked about biomonitoring, class-based regulation, and how to make pesticide data more usable for the public. Panel two brought testimony from environmental justice and farmworker advocates, who argued that California remains behind other jurisdictions by allowing highly hazardous pesticides, including 1,3-dichloropropene and paraquat, and by relying on a funding structure tied to pesticide sales. Witnesses said DPR often moves too slowly on reevaluations, rarely assesses combined exposures, and does not adequately account for health, environmental, and social costs or conflicts of interest involving pest control advisors. They also described inconsistent county-level implementation, weak outreach, and confusion over whether DPR or county agricultural commissioners are responsible for enforcement, and urged faster phaseouts, tiered fees, stronger local protections, and clearer accountability. Panel three represented regulated entities and agricultural stakeholders, who supported the goals of safer pest management but stressed that California’s registration process must be more predictable, transparent, and timely. They said AB 2113’s staffing and timeline reforms were important, but backlog and delays still hinder access to newer, lower-risk products and can hurt both consumer and agricultural uses. Agricultural witnesses also emphasized the need to invest more in pest prevention, invasive species detection, extension support, farmer training, and practical incentives for sustainable pest management. No votes were taken; the hearing was informational, with members pressing witnesses on timelines, implementation, funding, and the division of responsibility between DPR and county agencies.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Apr 30th, 2025

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, any questions for this witness? All righty, thank you for your testimony.
  • of pay for the state.
  • However, that's a narrow group to look for to find high quality applicants.
  • Questions for these witnesses? Thank you, gentlemen, for being here.
  • Are you ready for us?
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

Senate Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions Committee, February 16, 2026

Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chairman, and Senator Landen, that's exactly what I'm hoping for is to have the experts there that can
  • </c><01:11:59.280><c> for</c> anybody has any questions for for anybody has any questions for for Commissioner
  • asking for this?
  • </c> for reporting. for reporting.
  • </c> And I stand for questions. And I stand for questions.
Bills: SF0102 , SF0113
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session and Joint Convention State of the Judiciary Address Mar 23rd, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Thank you all so much for your support, for what you do for myself and our team, and I'm so thrilled
  • The Assembly Member has asked for the first roll to be open for co-authors.
  • They don't ask for a handout. They ask for a harvest. They don't look for the easy path.
  • dignity, for fairness,... ...collective voice, people who stood up for dignity, for fairness, and for
  • They're bridges, stability, safety, and hope for Californians who need it most.
Keywords: 988, house, all
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Pro Forma Floor Session Feb 2nd, 2026

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • And thank you for the resolution.
  • A fan for 50... Thank you, Mr. President. A fan for 50 years.
  • Son who's now, this is tough for both me to say and for him, but that son is now 30.
  • But I'm just waiting for the day that the Mariners will be in the World Series. ...waiting for the day
  • Crawford at some time all played for the Everett AquaSox.
Summary: The Senate began with routine business, including approval of the prior day’s journal, referral of committee reports, and suspension of Rule 46 to allow committees to meet during the pro forma session. It also received first reading of introduced bills, including Senate Bill 6343, which was referred to the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, and Senate Bill 6035, which was redirected to Ways and Means. The main floor action was the adoption of two resolutions. Senate Resolution 8677, recognizing the commercial and tribal fishing industries and the Blessing of the Fleet, was adopted after remarks praising the fishing community and wishing for the safe return of vessels and crews. Senate Resolution 8676, celebrating Cal Raleigh and the Seattle Mariners’ historic 2025 season, was also adopted. Senators highlighted the team’s comeback season, Cal Raleigh’s record-setting performance, Dan Wilson’s leadership, Jerry Dipoto’s executive recognition, and the Mariners’ impact on communities across Washington. Following adoption of the Mariners resolution, the Senate formally welcomed Dan Wilson, Rick Rizzs, Jerry Dipoto, Justin Hollander, and Tim Hevly to the chamber and expressed appreciation for their contributions to the state’s sports culture. The Senate then moved to adjourn until Tuesday, February 3, 2026, with both Democratic and Republican caucuses announced before adjournment.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Mar 11th, 2026

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • He previously worked as a special project manager for King County for seven years.
  • She worked as a teacher for the Pasco School District from 2005 to 2010, has been at Pasco High School
  • Sustainable aviation fuel is a very valuable thing for the future. I hope it pans out.
  • I wish him the very best, and we all hope to keep his legacy alive here in working and fighting for working-class
  • But for six years, Mr. President, I've had the But for six years, Mr.
Bills: SCR8410
Summary: The Senate convened, approved the prior day’s journal, suspended rules to allow committee work and additional floor resolutions, and referred committee and gubernatorial appointment reports as designated. It then took up several gubernatorial appointments in third reading. Megan Matthews was confirmed as director of the Washington State Office of Equity by a 45-2 vote, and Robert A. Zupon, Denise E. Gideon, Andrea Buchanan, Michelle R. Smith, and Edison A. Valerio were each confirmed to various community and technical college boards of trustees by large bipartisan margins. The chamber then considered Engrossed Substitute House Bill 2711, a transportation revenue and policy measure. After rejecting the Transportation Committee’s original striking amendment and adopting a narrower floor striking amendment, senators debated the bill’s changes, including repeal of the luxury aircraft tax and replacement with higher aircraft fuel taxes, registration fees, and an annual excise tax, along with technical corrections and safety-related transportation provisions. Supporters said the bill was a workable compromise that would sustain transportation funding and support future aviation investments; opponents argued it would raise costs on small aircraft owners and general aviation. The bill passed final passage 33-15. The Senate also adopted Senate Resolution 8703 honoring Senator Steve Conway for his 34 years of legislative service. Multiple senators spoke in praise of his leadership on labor, pensions, veterans, and district advocacy, as well as his institutional knowledge, mentorship, and personal integrity. Senator Conway then offered a personal statement thanking colleagues, staff, family, and constituents, and saying he would continue advocating for working people after leaving the Legislature. The Senate then recessed for lunch and caucus.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Hope you all are doing well. Thanks for the opportunity to come before you.
  • Thank you so much for being here.
  • So I ask for your support for Senate Bill 1044 to ensure all newborns in our state for early detection
  • In fact, people spend more time shopping for the best deals for their family. for their families' purchases
  • our state. but for our nation.
Bills: SB437 , SB528 , SB626 , SB636 , SB884 , SB968 , SB1044 , SB1608 , SB2336
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Judiciary Committee Meeting - 2025-04-08

Judiciary Finance and Civil Law

Transcript Highlights:
  • for four years.
  • But currently, those cancellations are $2 million for the Appellate Council for Parents.
  • For a walkthrough of Article 5.
  • Thank you so much for your time. Thank you for your testimony, Nathan Zacharias.
  • With that, Madam Chair, we hope you'll consider these suggestions, and thank you for your time today.
Bills: HF2300
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Land & Resource Management May 1st, 2025

Land & Resource Management

Transcript Highlights:
  • Thank you for being here today.
  • Maxwell with Texans for Housing is signed up for the bill but is not testifying.
  • Show Samuel Hooper testifying for himself and the Institute for Justice for the bill.
  • That's all we're asking for. The bill itself has some grave concerns for me.
  • We approve these units in the area where we have been planning for high density and investing in infrastructure
LA
Transcript Highlights:
  • drug testing, 32:661 for suspected drunken driving, 32:666 for refusal to submit, 14:32.1 for vehicular
  • But thank you again, Senator Wheat, for bringing this. Thank you for the time.
  • Just ask for final or for a favorable passage.
  • Smith, for that. And with this... Thank you, Mr. Smith, for that.
  • Thank you for your patience in the audience for listening to transportation.
Summary: The committee met with four members present and approved the May 7, 2026 minutes. It then considered a series of transportation, motor vehicle, aviation, port, and memorial designation bills. Several measures were reported favorably, including HB 1086 on electronic titling and digital title transfers, HB 745 extending special tandem load permits, HB 1175 updating the definition of aerospace, HB 1108 creating a Homeschool Proud license plate, HB 722 changing reinstatement procedures so certain suspended licenses are restored once fees are paid, HB 1024 creating a Louisiana Democratic Party license plate, HB 1173 giving drivers on reinstatement payment plans a three-month grace period before late fees apply, and HB 98 imposing a $25 annual royalty fee on a retired legislators’ plate to help restore the Pentagon Barracks. HB 487, dealing with red-light overtaking and an added fine, and HB 1032, a technical cleanup bill aligning DWI/drug-impairment language, were also reported favorably. HB 1050, a CDL cleanup bill that adjusts age and testing provisions and removes outdated vision-waiver language, and HB 1192, creating a Louisiana Dental Hygienist Association plate, were approved as well. HB 989, which would have raised public license tag agent convenience fees, was supported by private tag agents but drew questions about fee parity and business impacts; it was reported favorably. A separate bill on driving school pricing and refunds was deferred and turned into a study resolution after the sponsor said more stakeholder discussion was needed. The committee also advanced several memorial and infrastructure measures. HB 401 designated the Lance Corporal Justin McLeese Memorial Bridge, with members speaking about his military service and sacrifice. HB 1081 moved the Louisiana Ports and Waterways Investment Commission under the Office of Multimodal Commerce for administrative support while leaving port boards independent. HCR 63 created a task force to study whether certain active-duty military personnel could operate federally owned vehicles on state highways without a civilian license. HCR 69 urged priority improvements to the Interstate 12 corridor, especially the bottleneck and interchange areas near I-55, citing safety and evacuation concerns. SCR 58 asked DOTD to review public-private partnership practices, using the Belle Chasse Toll Bridge as a case study and focusing on lessons learned for future projects. HB 1001 designated a portion of U.S. 190 as the Jesse Jackson Memorial Highway. HB 1218 named Highway 1090 the Lewis Pett Miramon Memorial Highway, with family members and supporters describing Miramon’s wartime service and role in building Slidell. HB 1172 designated a highway segment in memory of a 14-year-old hit-and-run victim, Kulin Carrier. One major policy bill, SB 514, was amended and reported favorably. It updates Louisiana’s aeronautics statutes, transfers responsibility for aeronautics activities and facilities from the DOTD secretary to the Office of Multimodal Commerce commissioner, and modernizes the law to align with federal aviation rules and new technologies, including advanced aviation and electric vertical takeoff and landing programs. Members asked about the lengthy amendments, fuel tax language, airport development reporting, and the Transportation Trust Fund, and the sponsor and DOTD explained that the changes were largely technical and intended to keep Louisiana eligible for federal aviation funding and compliant with current standards. The committee also heard extensive testimony on HB 1244, which would add a brain-injury designation to driver’s licenses and require law-enforcement training. The sponsor and advocates described how the designation could help de-escalate encounters and improve safety for people with brain injuries; the bill was reported favorably, with members noting it could also cover broader brain-injury conditions if medically certified. After that testimony, the committee adjourned without objection.
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Agenda Feb 9th, 2026

Resources and Environment

Transcript Highlights:
  • For general provisions.
  • Chairman, I asked for the committee's support for Rule Docket 37-032-2-2501. Thank you.
  • for the third time.
  • So, for truck vehicles for replacement, flow meter equipment for replacement, and then we would delay
  • More for a comment.
Keywords: 989, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee 3/3/26

Children and Families Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • For you to call it fraud? For you to call it fraud?
  • Emotions run high, but I don't—it's we're here for the thing at hand.
  • Emotions run high, but I don't—it's we're here for the thing at hand.
  • Inspector General Keys, thank you for joining us again today. >> [clears throat] Um, I'm just hoping
  • </c> been caring for for the last 9 months. been caring for for the last 9 months.
Bills: HF3542 , HF3819
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Legislative Session Day 11 Jan 22nd, 2026

Idaho Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Help them to lead not from ego, but from love, not for status, but for service.
  • Help them to lead not from ego, but from love, not for status, but for service.
  • For the Judiciary and Rules Committee for printing. Mr. President, I ask the Senate go at ease.
  • President, for an introduction. You have the floor. Thank you. Mr. President, for an introduction.
  • President, for an announcement.
Keywords: 989, all
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Legislative Session Day 11 Jan 22nd, 2026

Idaho House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I pray for a great day of progress for each of them.
  • We thank you for his life and his influence on our state and his care for our state.
  • So with that, good body, I ask for your yay vote. Thank you.
  • It's pretty awesome, so thank you for what you're doing there.
  • Speaker, for an announcement. Gentleman has the floor.
Keywords: 989, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law Committee 3/24/26

Judiciary Finance and Civil Law

Transcript Highlights:
  • Thank you for the great questions, as well. Uh, I hope you do enjoy the treats.
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  • And I for the reason for the exemption.
  • Thank you for Thank you for your time.
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ND

North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session

Judiciary Committee Apr 1st, 2026

Judiciary Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The demand for sites is high today.
  • So we're paying for physical fitness equipment for the Bismarck PD, paying for drones for the county
  • So we're paying for physical fitness equipment for the Bismarck PD paying for drones for the county sheriff
  • But for now, I think the update is complete for me. So I'll stand for any questions.
  • All right, so I'm hoping to get the next meeting sometime... ...because May is difficult for people because
Summary: The Judiciary Interim Committee met to continue its study of charitable gaming, especially the ownership of alcoholic beverage establishments by licensed charitable gaming organizations and the relationship between charities, site owners, and gaming manufacturers/distributors. Legislative Council reviewed the background memo and Attorney General’s Gaming Division explained the legal framework, including site authorizations, rent limits, allowable expenses, and restrictions on distributors and manufacturers. Members focused heavily on electronic pull tabs, asking about the large gap between gross proceeds and adjusted proceeds, how much is paid out in winnings, how much is retained for expenses, and whether the 60% allowable-expense cap is being used as intended. The AG’s office said e-tabs account for most gaming volume, that winnings make up much of the difference, and that some organizations do not use the full 60% while others may exceed it, though only the capped amount counts as gaming expense. The committee also discussed the number of gaming organizations that appear to own or be affiliated with bars, the ways those ownership structures are formed, and whether some arrangements may create conflicts or site-selection pressure. The League of Cities and the Association of Counties described the local site-authorization process and recent model policies adopted after the 2025 session. Cities said they can require signed agreements, limit games and machines, set qualifications, and charge up to $100 for site authorization, but cannot require charities to donate net proceeds or force a specific charity or site. They said the new policies are meant to add transparency and local control, though the more controversial parts involve requiring a local nexus or community connection. County representatives said the issue is mostly a city matter and that counties generally take a lighter-touch approach. Committee members raised concerns about whether local rules could unfairly exclude larger regional charities or create inconsistent standards across cities. The North Dakota Gaming Alliance said it supports the study and provided information on charities that own or are affiliated with bars, emphasizing that most gaming organizations do not own alcoholic beverage establishments. Its representative said some charities may pursue bar ownership for site stability and diversification, while others decide against it because operating a bar is difficult. He also said a ban on charity-owned bars could raise federal tax-law issues depending on how it is written, and agreed to provide more detail. The committee asked Legislative Council and the Gaming Alliance for additional information on ownership structures and federal-law questions before the next meeting. Later, the Racing Commission gave a separate update on live racing, pari-mutuel wagering, and related charitable partnerships, and the State Hospital superintendent reported on the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s support services, staffing, and wait lists; no votes were taken on these presentations.
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

FIN Info Briefing - Mon Jan 6, 2025 @ 9:00 AM HST

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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Keywords: 910, house, all
Summary: The Committee on Finance held its first informational briefing for 2025, beginning with member introductions and then hearing an economic outlook presentation from Dr. Eugene Tian of the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism. Dr. Tian said Hawaii’s economy was in relatively good shape in several areas, especially construction, which he described as at a historical high, with construction employment above 40,000 monthly and building permit values and contracting tax base both up sharply. He also noted real estate sales had rebounded in 2024, the labor market had stabilized with unemployment around 2.9%, and initial unemployment claims were below 2019 levels. At the same time, he highlighted challenges including inflation running above the national rate, a shrinking labor force, lower employment compared with 2023, and continued weakness in visitor spending and arrivals. He said future growth would likely come from health care, professional services, construction, tourism recovery, and diversified sectors such as renewable energy, aquaculture, creative industries, and technology. Dr. Tian also discussed Hawaii’s economic structure and recovery, saying the state remains more concentrated in a few industries than the U.S. overall, with government and hospitality making up larger shares of the economy. He said non-tourism sectors had recovered, but tourism-related jobs and output were still below pre-pandemic levels, with Maui and the visitor industry still affected by the wildfire and COVID-19 impacts. He projected tourism and non-agricultural wage and salary jobs would not fully recover until 2027, and said population trends remain a concern because of aging, the likelihood of deaths outpacing births in coming years, and reliance on in-migration. After his presentation, the chair said questions would be taken later and the committee took a short break. After the break, Dr. Carano of the Hawaii Executive Director’s office presented a second outlook, saying Hawaii’s economy in 2025 looked better than 2024 overall, though he emphasized substantial uncertainty tied to the incoming federal administration. He said possible changes to tariffs, tax policy, immigration, and federal spending could raise inflation and keep interest rates higher than previously expected, which would affect housing, consumer debt, the dollar, and Hawaii’s visitor industry. He noted that U.S. visitors account for roughly three-quarters of visitor spending in the state, making federal policy especially important. He also said deregulation could be a long-term positive but would not likely have much effect in 2025 or 2026. As an additional risk, he pointed to bird flu and its effect on livestock, poultry, and egg prices. No votes or formal actions were taken during the briefing.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Health and Welfare May 6th, 2026

Health and Welfare

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm looking for someone to do that for us. There's something for y'all to think about.
  • High.
  • And I hope the Department of Education and BESE is listening for why we need structure in this.
  • So whereas LDH receives high-level surveillance purpose, high-level data for surveillance purposes, this
  • Now, we hope that he or she would work with us, knowing that we're asking for de-identified information
Summary: The committee heard a personal privilege update on HB 1227, which Representative DeWitt said would return next week as a proposed HCR for a two-year study of the three-doctor panel after discussions with Dr. Nia Colotta. Better Louisiana also presented its new Leadership Louisiana Health Fellows Program, describing it as a data-driven leadership initiative focused on health care workforce, rural access, chronic disease, and other system issues; members discussed whether the program could also help generate policy research, including on managed care organizations. The committee then considered SB 427 on anatomical gifts. After adopting technical amendments, Senator Presley and Dr. Jeff White explained that the bill would strengthen organ donation law by creating a decision registry that records both yes and no choices, clarifying the legal effect of refusal, and codifying ethical principles such as the dead donor rule. Questions focused on organ viability, registry procedures, minors, and a Monroe case involving a disputed donor designation. Supporters included LOPA and the Louisiana Conference of Catholic Bishops, and the bill was reported favorably. HB 946, dealing with hospital price transparency and compliance with federal pricing rules, drew extensive testimony. Representative Landry and a witness from Patient Rights Advocate described it as a consumer transparency measure, but the Louisiana Hospital Association opposed the bill’s state-level enforcement and debt-collection provisions. Landry offered an amendment removing the debt-collection and affirmative-defense language, but after debate the substitute failed on a 5-6 vote and the bill was voluntarily deferred. The committee also reported favorably on SB 109, which revises membership qualifications for the Louisiana Emergency Medical Services Commission; SCR 20, urging federal flexibility on Medicaid redetermination for elderly and disabled beneficiaries; SB 216, allowing coroners to rely on licensed practical nurses for medical pronouncements of death; and SB 45, exempting certain gratuitous hospice houses from licensure, with testimony from hospice house operators and supporters. Finally, HCR 71 by Representative Chasson sought an LDH study of how Louisiana’s law and guidance on pregnancy-related emergency medications is working in hospitals, urgent care, and retail settings. Supporters said providers are hesitant to use medications such as misoprostol because of stigma and uncertainty, while opponents from Louisiana Right to Life argued the resolution was unnecessary and could create controversy. The discussion centered on whether the study should be narrowed or made more objective, but no final action on the resolution was reached in the portion provided.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/18/2026 - Senate Judiciary and Elections

Judiciary and Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • a high propensity for people to take off, and that kind of defeats the purpose.
  • I know there's an idea for an amendment. I sorely hope that that happens and transpires.
  • On paper, SB 1666 looks simple, but in practice it creates serious dangers for families in high-conflict
  • Luis Gustavo Nunez Casares was described as a person full of life and hope and always fighting for the
  • Luis Gustavo Nunez Casares was described as a person full of life and hope and always fighting for the