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MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Formal House Session 69 Jul 15th, 2026
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Committee on Rules reports the resolutions filed by Representatives Badger of Plymouth and LaNatra
- I also want to thank all of the colleagues who filed and advocated for so many of the bills that are
- It is not uncommon for House Democrats and House Republicans to file legislation together, to co-sponsor
- I want to thank the gentleman from Sharon for his filing of this bill and for the work that went into
- I want to thank the gentleman from Sharon for his filing of this bill and for the work that came in creating
Summary:
The House opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, welcomed several guests and birthday celebrants, and adopted a resolution honoring the Jeller family for 100 years of service to Plymouth. Members also suspended Joint Rule 12 to allow consideration of a petition authorizing a lease for Pilgrim Memorial Park in Plymouth. The chamber then took up Senate No. 3028, the omnibus animal welfare bill titled “An act promoting pet equity, treatment, and safety,” which Ways and Means recommended ought to pass with a House amendment and an emergency preamble.
During debate on S. 3028, members described the bill as a package of animal welfare reforms covering veterinary technician regulation, expanded oversight of veterinary medicine, pet insurance disclosures and cancellation rights, changes to the Beagle Bill adoption process, a ban on animal testing for household products when alternatives exist, requirements for reporting found dogs to law enforcement, protections for service dogs in transportation, stronger kennel licensing enforcement, and limits on discrimination against companion animals in public and senior housing. Several members spoke in support, especially of Section 25, which creates a civil process for animal neglect cases so authorities can seek care or removal without relying solely on felony prosecution; supporters said it better balances animal protection with due process and human crises. The House rejected two proposed amendments, adopted two others, and then passed the bill to be engrossed by a roll call vote of 151-1.
The House also passed Senate No. 2577, increasing parking fees in the town of Scituate, and House No. 2250, dissolving the Whately Water District, by roll call vote of 150-0. In addition, the House declined to concur with Senate amendments to House No. 4361, a bill concerning benefits for teachers, and instead ordered a Committee of Conference, appointing Representatives Ryan of Boston, Gonzales of Springfield, and Ferguson of Holden. Finally, the House passed House No. 5492, authorizing Billerica to transfer land for the Yankee Doodle Bike Path, and then adjourned to meet the next day in informal session.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
03/05/2026 - House Artificial Intelligence & Innovation
Artificial Intelligence & Innovation
Transcript Highlights:
- There was a project that I worked on a couple of years ago that required taking a lot of these files
- Often they were in PDF files, not in Excel files, and trying to convert that into a table that could
- Files that the legislature had, they had these tables.
- Often they were in PDFs, not in Excel files, and trying to convert that into a table that could be used
Committee:
House Artificial Intelligence & Innovation
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Before we move to debate we have a late filed amendment filed by Senator Gaetz, barcode 673-0746.
- Without objection show the late filed amendment introduced.
- Senator Gaetz, would you like to explain the late filed amendment?
- Chair: Show the late filed amendment withdrawn. We are back on the bill as amended.
Committee:
Senate Finance and Tax
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jan 29th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- and first reading of bills will be deemed read, and we will move on to consideration of the daily file
- Of the daily file, we do have several items. Item 52 under Governor's appointments.
- Colleagues, today we're asking for a file item 52 is the confirmation of Hampas, etc., for appointment
- President, colleagues, file Item 53 is a confirmation of Peter Stern.
- File Item 54 is the confirmation of Diane White for appointment to the State Mining and Geology Board
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, offered the prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, and recognized guests in the gallery. The body then took up several gubernatorial appointments: confirmation of Hampas to the Boating and Waterways Commission, Peter Stern to the California Horse Racing Board, and Diane White to the State Mining and Geology Board. Each appointment was presented by Senator Grove and approved by roll call, with later calls on the items lifted and the confirmations finalized by unanimous or near-unanimous votes.
The main floor debate centered on SCR 112, designating January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Senator Grove and several colleagues described human trafficking as modern-day slavery and emphasized survivor support, law enforcement tools, public awareness, and the vulnerability of foster youth, Indigenous women and girls, immigrants, and children targeted online or in hotels and other venues. Senators Rubio, Troy, Valadez, Arreguín, Wahab, and others spoke in strong support, citing local cases, online grooming, and the need for prevention and services. The resolution was adopted on a 38-0 vote.
The Senate also adopted SR 74, which amended the Senate’s standing rules to create two new committees: Emergency Management, and Privacy, Digital Technologies, and Consumer Protection. Senator Ashby explained that the new committees would better address wildfire response, disaster preparedness, data privacy, artificial intelligence, and consumer protection. The chamber then approved a consent calendar containing SB 557, SB 57, SB 674, SB 623, and SB 837, all by 39-0 votes. The Pro Tem thanked members and staff for completing deadline-week work and announced the next floor session for February 2, 2026.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jan 29th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- and first reading of bills will be deemed read, and we will move on to consideration of the daily file
- Of the daily file, we do have several items. Item 52 under Governor's appointments.
- Today we're asking for a file item 52 is the confirmation of Hampas, etc., for appointment to the Boating
- President, colleagues, file item 53 is a confirmation of Peter Stern.
- File item 54 is the confirmation of Diane White for appointment to the State Mining and Geology Board
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
November 19, 2025 - 01:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- So last year we considered an amendment that I'd filed, and we had this discussion, and I opted not to
- file it this year.
- I very much look forward to the visa legislation you're going to file to upend the buyer-beware standard
- As far as filing a lawsuit and the burden of the company survey, well, gosh, a survey—if I just had to
- file just a basic survey with many of my complaints, that would be great.
Summary:
The State Affairs Committee opened with a tribute to the late Representative Joe Casello, with remarks from the chair and Ranking Member Eskamani honoring his service, especially his advocacy for first responders, veterans, and working people. The committee then turned to its only bill, HB 167, which would remove strict liability for certain previously mined phosphate lands if the landowner notifies the county and requests a Department of Health radiation survey. The sponsor said the bill is intended to create a voluntary process, add data about the land, and provide notice through the public record and title process.
Members asked extensive questions about who pays for the surveys, how notice would reach future buyers, whether the bill affects renters or construction workers, and whether it would impact pending lawsuits. The sponsor said the landowner would pay for the survey needed to remove strict liability, plaintiffs would pay for surveys in litigation, the bill does not address OSHA or rental disclosures, and it would not apply retroactively to current cases because the complaint must include a survey. Supporters argued the bill simply replaces automatic liability with recorded notice and due diligence, while opponents said it could leave families and renters without adequate warning and should include stronger disclosure protections.
Public testimony was in support from the Florida Chamber of Commerce, Associated Industries of Florida, and one individual. After debate, the committee voted 18-8 to report HB 167 favorably.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session 5/12/25 - Part 1
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Second reading of Senate files. Second reading of Senate File 3446. Introduction of bills.
- The following House files have been offered for introduction today.
- The chief clerk will report the House files and give them their first reading.
- Introduction of first reading of House Files 3316 through 3318. Resolution.
HI
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- But we let local government wrestle their way through that, and if they can't, somebody files a lawsuit
- Members, now we'll move on to a late-file amendment by Senator Gates, barcode 791116.
- Is there any objection to take up the late-file amendment to the amendment?
- It could probably be strengthened in some way to codify, or maybe perhaps have this be filed as a recorded
- It could probably be strengthened in some way to codify, or maybe perhaps have this be filed as a recorded
Committee:
Senate Community Affairs
Summary:
The Committee on Community Affairs heard three measures. First, SB 184 by Senator Gates would require local governments to allow accessory dwelling units in single-family residential areas, with exceptions for planned unit developments and master-planned communities. The bill and its amendments were discussed at length, including parking restrictions, homestead exemption treatment, short-term rental concerns, impact and mobility fees, pre-approved designs, manufactured ADUs, and an OPPAGA study on mezzanine financing and tiny homes. Testimony from the Florida League of Cities raised concerns about parking, short-term rentals, and fee parity, while several senators supported the concept but asked for further refinement. The committee adopted the amendments and reported CS for SB 184 favorably.
The committee then took up SB 118 by Senator Brodeur, which preempts regulation of presidential libraries to the state and defers regulation to the federal government, with the stated purpose of preventing local governments from imposing obstacles to a future presidential library in Florida. There was no debate or public testimony, and the bill was reported favorably.
Finally, the committee considered SPB 7704, a proposed committee bill to repeal the sunset date on a public records exemption for property photographs and personal identifying information of applicants or participants in disaster-related housing assistance programs held by state and local housing entities. With no questions, debate, or public testimony, the committee approved the motion to submit it as a committee bill and reported it favorably. The meeting then adjourned.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight
Transcript Highlights:
- And then they would need to seek a sponsor in the legislature to file such a bill to carry out the Article
- Does Article 97 action require the filing of an environmental notification form with EEA's MEPA office
- I guess, how do you know what's the threshold if someone has to file an environmental notification form
- that come in without having completed the process before filing a bill.
- What if they don't file it? What if they just bypass all this that we're talking about?
Summary:
The Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight held an oversight hearing on draft regulations implementing Article 97 of the Massachusetts Constitution under Chapter 274 of the Acts of 2022, the Open Space Act. Chairs Cabral and Collins framed the hearing as a review of how the new process for dispositions or changes in use of Article 97 land would work, including public notice, environmental justice protections, replacement land, appraisals, and the role of the legislature. Under Secretary Stephanie Cooper and Commissioner Adam Bakke testified for EEA/DCAM, followed later by Deputy Inspector General O’Neill and Deputy Inspector General Giles on appraisal review.
Much of the discussion focused on how the draft regulations would operate in practice. EEA said the regulations would require advance public notice, define “comparable location” for replacement land, and allow the Secretary to make findings on whether an action would adversely affect environmental justice communities. Members pressed for longer public comment periods, clearer notice to local officials, more frequent updates to the site evaluation tool, and a clearer definition of terms such as “limited duration” for permits and licenses. EEA said the regulations are intended to standardize a process that has been handled through policy and case-by-case review, and that the legislature still retains the final authority to approve any Article 97 disposition.
Committee members also questioned whether the draft rules shift too much discretion to the Secretary and whether the proposed “proponent” process could allow private entities to drive Article 97 actions. EEA responded that non-public proponents would still need municipal support and legislative sponsorship, and that the regulations do not create a new avenue to bypass the existing home rule and legislative process. Members raised concerns about the current policy’s unanimous-vote requirements for municipal commissions, the proposed waiver provisions, whether MEPA applies, and the lack of explicit enforcement or penalty language in the act or regulations. EEA and DCAM said the act does not provide an enforcement mechanism and that disputes would generally be handled through the courts or the Attorney General.
The Inspector General’s office explained its role in reviewing appraisals for special legislation, including Article 97 matters, to ensure compliance with USPAP standards and to forward its review to DCAM. The hearing did not include any votes or formal committee action; members indicated that the committee may later issue recommendations to the executive agencies based on the testimony and questions raised.
ND
North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session
Administrative Rules Committee Jun 11th, 2026
Administrative Rules Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- A full notice of intent was filed with the Legislative Council.
- The lottery filed the rules with the Legislative Council.
- No written requests for regulatory analysis have been filed.
- No written requests for regulatory analysis have been filed by the governor or by any other agency.
- No written requests for regulatory analysis have been filed by the governor or by any other agency.
Committee:
Joint Administrative Rules Committee
Summary:
The committee approved the March 12, 2026 minutes and granted the Board of Medicine an extension of time to implement rule changes tied to House Bill 1620/1622, which concern North Dakota’s entry into the physician assistant licensure compact. The Board said it is waiting on compact rules, especially fee structures, before finalizing its own rules. The committee then took up extensive Office of Management and Budget personnel rule revisions, covering salary administration, recruitment, leave policies, funeral leave, service awards, appeals, and shared leave. OMB said the changes modernize HR practices and implement recent legislation, including new hire leave and enhanced annual leave for hard-to-fill positions; the committee raised concerns about the subjectivity and fairness of the hard-to-fill leave provisions, but no action was taken against the rules.
The North Dakota Lottery presented emergency and regular rule changes, including updates tied to the Millionaire for Life game and miscellaneous clarifications. The Board of Examiners for Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology described rule updates that add speech-language pathology assistants to the rules, ease continuing education requirements for out-of-state applicants, expand temporary licensure, and clarify supervision standards. The State Electrical Board reviewed numerous code updates, including changes to electrical and fire alarm standards, receptacle labeling, countertop receptacles, and a major new conveyance/elevator inspection program added by the Legislature; the board said it is preparing to begin inspections by August 1.
The Industrial Commission’s Geological Survey Division presented new rules implementing House Bill 1459 on critical minerals in coal-bearing formations, including permit, reporting, confidentiality, and royalty-related provisions. The committee asked about confidentiality of exploration data and drilling depth. The Public Employees Retirement System outlined rule changes implementing several bills affecting defined benefit, public safety, defined contribution, insurance, deferred compensation, and retiree health credit programs, and noted possible future proposals to add state EMS or create a LOSAP-style plan. The Department of Health and Human Services presented substance use disorder voucher rules implementing House Bill 1012, including allowing individuals to apply directly and setting reimbursement procedures; the rules were expected to have a $250,000 general fund impact already included in the budget.
The longest discussion involved the Gaming Commission rules. Members questioned whether the commission had authority to raise poker tournament buy-ins from $300 to $1,500, viewing it as an expansion of gaming rather than a mere clarification. After debate, the committee voted to void that specific rule section for lack of statutory authority. The rest of the gaming rules covered higher raffle limits from House Bill 1192, the change from “bar” to “alcoholic beverage establishment,” veterans’ organization proceeds, credit ticket voucher kiosks, online raffles, and advertising restrictions; the presenter said several public comments led to revisions or withdrawals of proposed language. The meeting ended with discussion of upcoming Ethics Commission travel-reporting rules and scheduling the next committee meeting in September.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Rules Committee May 13th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So workers or employers or unions or anybody who's involved in a card check petition can file an objection
- They are welcome to file either an objection or an unfair labor practice charge.
- They are welcome to file either an objection or an unfair labor practice charge.
- to the farm workers themselves, that is, you know, that they have this process of availability to file
- We did file a claim in bankruptcy court.
Summary:
The committee first approved several governor’s appointments not required to appear, including Arthur Krantz to the Public Employment Relations Board and Christopher Ferguson, Brian Haynes, Anna Marie de Mars, and Ronald Fiore to the Student Aid or Student Athletic commissions, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. It also approved references of bills to committees by a 5-0 vote. The committee then heard from Julia Montgomery, nominated for a third term as General Counsel of the Agricultural Labor Relations Board, who described her work on farmworker rights, outreach, and enforcement of labor protections.
Members questioned Montgomery closely about card-check unionization procedures, signature authenticity, outreach to Spanish-speaking and indigenous-language farmworkers, make-whole enforcement delays, and a long-running Tri-Fanucchi farm case. Montgomery said objections and unfair labor practice charges can be investigated, that signature verification is handled by board staff rather than her office, and that delays often stem from appeals, difficulty locating workers, employer obstruction, and court backlogs. Vice Chair Grove voted no, while Senators Laird and Reyes supported the nomination; the committee advanced Montgomery to the full Senate on a 3-2 vote.
The committee then considered three State Board of Education appointments: Cynthia Glover Woods, Brenda Lewis, and Gabriela Orozco Gonzalez. In opening statements, all three emphasized long careers in public education and support for students, teachers, and families. Questions focused on math achievement, the 2023 math framework and access to Algebra I in middle school, transitional kindergarten, community schools, and the effectiveness of education spending. The nominees said the framework still allows ready eighth graders to take Algebra I, pointed to new instructional materials, professional learning, TK expansion, and community schools as key improvements, and said they had not been involved in the governor’s proposed education governance changes. Public witnesses and education groups testified in strong support. The committee advanced Glover Woods 3-1, Lewis 4-1, and Gonzalez 3-1 to the full Senate.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- So, we just have to file expanded firebreaks, 50-foot firebreaks along all areas that border urbanized
- we</c><00:23:47.760><c> just</c><00:23:47.960><c> have</c><00:23:48.080><c> to</c><00:23:48.120><c> file
- </c><00:23:48.680><c> expanded</c> So, we just have to file expanded So, we just have to file expanded
- For HCR 98 HD1 and HR 90 HD1, I recommend requesting to file a planning permitting on the City and County
- For HCR 98 HD1 and HR 90 HD1, I recommend requesting to file a planning permitting on the City and County
Bills:
SB2405 , HCR19 , HCR63 , HCR85 , HCR140 , HCR166 , HCR82 , HCR98 , HCR104 , HCR106 , HCR141 , HCR165 , HR20 , HR57 , HR77 , HR132 , HR156 , HR74 , HR90 , HR96 , HR98 , HR133 , HR155
Committee:
House Water & Land
Keywords:
agricultural workforce, housing, Hawaii, working group, zoning, land use, financial incentives, tax credits, water conservation, infrastructure, public health, March4Water, water access, sustainable resources, Honopou Bridge, emergency access, wildfire risk, public safety, structural integrity, community outreach
Summary:
The Water and Land Committee met on April 7 and heard testimony on several resolutions and one bill. SB 2405 SD1 HD2, relating to agricultural workforce housing, received support from the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, HFTC, and the Hawaii Farmers Union, and the committee later recommended passage as is; one member voted with reservations citing department cost and staffing concerns. The committee also heard HCR 19/HR 20 designating March as March for Water Month, HCR 63/HR 57 urging DLNR and DOT to clarify jurisdiction over Honouliuli Bridge, HCR 85/HR 77 on transferring parcels for the East Kapolei TOD project, HCR 140/HR 132 on vegetation management and fuel reduction in West Maui, HCR 166/HR 156 on identifying East Oahu lands for native Hawaiian tree planting, HCR 82/HR 74 on basic shelter standards for rapid deployment housing, HCR 98/HR 90 on a Honolulu housing pattern book, HCR 104/HR 96 on North Shore coastal trails, HCR 106/HR 98 on endorsing Waikiki as a world surfing reserve, HCR 141/HR 133 on Maui fire code enforcement, and HCR 165/HR 155 on permanent pickleball nets and lighting at Kamiloiki Community Park.
Testimony was generally supportive on most measures, with several agencies and organizations submitting written comments or appearing in support. HCR 82/HR 74 drew the most discussion: the State Council on Developmental Disabilities supported the intent but asked that accessibility be considered on the front end, while another testifier opposed the resolution, arguing it could turn temporary emergency shelters into permanent substandard housing and should be deferred. Committee members discussed temporary versus permanent housing standards and accessibility, and the chair later said the measure would be amended to require permanent units to meet appropriate code standards and to note accessibility concerns in the committee report. On HCR 140/HR 132, DLNR testified that firebreak maintenance on its Waianae lands would be costly, and members noted funding and staffing implications.
At the end of the meeting, the committee adopted the chair’s recommendations on the measures it voted on. SB 2405 was passed with a reservation from one member; HCR 19/HR 20, HCR 63/HR 57, HCR 85/HR 77, HCR 98/HR 90, HCR 104/HR 96, HCR 106/HR 98, HCR 141/HR 133, and HCR 165/HR 155 were passed unamended, while HCR 140/HR 132 was passed with reservations and HCR 166/HR 156 and HCR 82/HR 74 were passed with amendments. The committee then adjourned.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Protecting Public Trust / Prioritizing Infrastructure Projects / Offering Students More Choices Mar 27th, 2026
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- That's why Minnesota's largest public safety labor union says it stands behind Senate File 3735, which
- Senate File 3735 changes that to a felony and adds the possibility of jail time and a fine as well.
- That's why Minnesota's largest public safety labor union says it stands behind Senate File 3735, which
- Senate File 3735 changes that to a felony and adds the possibility of jail time and a fine as well.
- Senate File 3687 [bill?]
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- To be perfectly honest with you, I don't have the file with me because I didn't expect to testify.
- That's where most bullying cases are filed.
- If it's required that all of the following apply, that means if you wanted to file based on just one
- That's where most bullying cases are filed. Most bullying cases are filed.
- To that short of filing civil action against the school district. Okay, any...
Committee:
House House Education Committee of Reference
Summary:
The committee first considered SB 1422, which would continue the Credit Enhancement Eligibility Board for 10 years. Staff explained that the board supports a credit enhancement program used largely for charter school debt, helping borrowers secure better ratings and lower interest rates. There was no public testimony, and the bill passed with a due pass recommendation by an 8-1 vote.
Members then heard SB 1166, allowing county school superintendents to offer high school equivalency preparation through accommodation schools to students in grades 11 and 12, provided they are at least 16. The Arizona Association of County School Superintendents supported the expansion, but one member opposed lowering eligibility from 12th grade to 11th grade. The bill received a due pass recommendation on an 8-1 vote with one present and two absent.
SB 1684, which would create a cause of action against public schools for failing to address known bullying that leads to serious physical injury, drew strong opposition from school and legal groups. Opponents argued it was constitutionally problematic, overly broad, lacked key definitions, and could create liability for conduct outside a school’s control; supporters emphasized school accountability in serious bullying cases. After testimony, the committee held the bill with objection. The committee also passed SB 1424, requiring annual age-appropriate firearm safety awareness instruction in K-12 schools beginning in 2027-2028, despite opposition from gun-safety advocates and education groups who argued it shifted responsibility from adults to children and schools and was an unfunded mandate. The bill passed 6-5.
Later, SB 1475, barring students with certain criminal convictions or juvenile adjudications from participating in school district-sponsored interscholastic activities, drew opposition from criminal justice advocates and some members who said it was overly punitive and could harm rehabilitation, while supporters argued the offenses were serious and that participation is a privilege. It passed 6-5. SB 1572, requiring Celebrate Freedom Week civics instruction in public schools, also passed 6-5 after members debated whether it duplicated existing civics requirements and whether it imposed new curriculum burdens. Finally, SB 1741, requiring districts and charters to allow release-time religious instruction and award credit under certain conditions, was presented and opposed by a secular education advocate who argued it undermined local control and could lead to legal and academic problems; the transcript cuts off before the final vote on that bill.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Thirty Two - Wednesday, March 4 - Afternoon Session
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The bill raises the offense for filing a false document to a Class C felony, with certain circumstances
- I know of not a single one here in Missouri, but the point of that is that I can file a quit claim deed
- I know of not a single one here in Missouri, but the point of that is, is I can file a quick claim deed
- What frequently happens is our recorders right now have a process by which if anything is filed with
- Nobody's filing to run.
Summary:
The House met after a quorum was established and began with several introductions of special guests, including job shadows, 4-H participants, and interns. The chamber then moved to House Bills for Perfection, taking up HB 1707, which would stop sales tax from being imposed on credit card processing fees charged to vendors. Members asked for clarification about the bill’s scope and the title amendment, and the bill sponsor explained that the measure simply prevents tax from being charged on those fees. HB 1707 was then ordered perfected and printed.
The House next considered HB 2819, a bill responding to the end of penny minting by authorizing rounding of cash sales to the nearest five cents. Supporters said the bill would give businesses a clear legal framework and reduce compliance risk. The chamber adopted the committee substitute and ordered the bill perfected and printed. Members then took up HB 2103, a property-fraud and notary-fraud bill aimed at strengthening penalties, requiring warning signs in recorder of deeds offices, and speeding court review for alleged victims. Supporters said it was needed to deter fraudulent deed filings and protect homeowners, while opponents argued it focused too much on notaries and recorders rather than the people committing the fraud. The committee substitute was adopted and the bill was ordered perfected and printed.
The House also debated HB 1800, which would lower the inflationary cap on certain property-tax revenue growth from 5% to 3%. The discussion centered on whether the change would protect taxpayers or reduce funding for schools, fire districts, libraries, and other local services. An amendment was adopted that broadened the title and added property-assessment language, and the bill was then ordered perfected and printed. Finally, the House considered HB 2600, dealing with ambulance district consolidation and governance. The bill was described as a response to struggling rural EMS systems, with provisions for consolidation plans, public hearings, and voter involvement. An amendment modified the process for subdistricts, at-large districts, timing, and merger procedures, and the committee substitute as amended was adopted and ordered perfected and printed. The House then moved to announcements and adjourned until the next scheduled meeting.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- And these were claims filed against school districts.
- Then, of course, you can file a petition for certiorari with the Supreme Court.
- Currently, you have a year to file your petition.
- We've filed things together on this. Absolutely.
- We've filed it every year, well, at least the last three years together. Absolutely.
Committee:
House Judiciary
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Elementary and Secondary Education Feb 4th, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Elementary and Secondary Education
Transcript Highlights:
- I just wanted to let you know: I filed this bill and started the conversation.
- The intent of filing so early was to make sure that I did get that feedback.
- My husband and I both felt that our son was being underserved during the school day, so we filed a due
- The Rob family was satisfied with the outcome of that due process filing.
- Until it's too late, and then we have to file due process.
Committee:
House Elementary and Secondary Education
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- to be on the presidential primary is not prohibited from filing for or appearing on a ballot.
- I was in this building talking to people before bills were being filed.
- I was in this building talking to people before bills were being filed.
- All right. being filed. I apologize for not getting to you.
- I agree with the person who files for a presidential primary is not prohibited from filing as a party
Committee:
House Elections
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Civil Rights & Judiciary Jan 20th, 2026 at 10:30 am
Civil Rights & Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- There are a number of costs a court may impose against a defendant, such as the criminal filing fee,
- Those are all listed in the bill analysis, but as examples include the criminal filing fee, jury fee,
- That petition has to be filed within 20 days of issuance of the demand by the Attorney General or at
- That petition has to be filed within 20 days of issuance of the demand by the Attorney General or at
- To illustrate the need, last year our office filed suit against the owner of the bikini barista stands
Committee:
House Civil Rights & Judiciary