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ID
Transcript Highlights:
- To give 60 seconds of moment of silence at least near the beginning of each school day, to reflect, meditate
- That's taken care of in Section 3 of this bill.
- Of the content of any student's reflection.
- We have Prager University representative here in favor of the bill.
- students 50% or more of the time, ...with either one or a group of students 50% or more of the time,
Committee:
House Education
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Professional Registration and Licensing Feb 18th, 2026
Professional Registration and Licensing
Transcript Highlights:
- I believe there were several cases of a lot of people practicing in the state of Missouri that did not
- Missouri is very interested in the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the state of Missouri
- The traditional path for a person who lives in the state goes to the University of Missouri or Rolla,
- license. ...for a person who lives in the state, goes to the University of Missouri or Rolla, UMKC,
- It's kind of a policy discussion for you all of kind of feeling like where is the right line on this.
Summary:
The Committee on Professional Registration and Licensing met in executive session and first approved House Bill 1963 by a 16-0 vote, then later revisited it and again voted do pass by consent, 19-0. The committee also approved a House Committee Substitute for House Bill 3129 by a 14-0 vote with two present, after discussion that the substitute clarified the use of the term “physician assistant” and required practice under Missouri statute.
In public hearing, House Bill 2300 was presented as a workforce bill creating a temporary two-year Missouri licensing path for experienced out-of-state workers whose prior states did not license their occupation. Supporters said it would help workers in fields such as makeup artistry and interior design enter the Missouri workforce without starting over, while still requiring passage of Missouri exams and excluding applicants with disciplinary issues. Some members raised concerns about the bill’s broad reach into Chapter 324 professions and whether it should be narrowed to avoid affecting highly regulated fields.
House Bill 1813 was then heard as a narrower “carve-out” for the Board of Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Landscape Architects. The sponsor and the Missouri Society of Professional Engineers said it would correct unintended consequences of a 2020 reciprocity law that had allowed some applicants who did not meet Missouri’s education or experience standards to be licensed; they cited data showing a significant number of reciprocity licenses issued since 2020. Opponents argued the bill would create barriers to work and give the board too much discretion, while supporters said it was needed to protect public safety and restore Missouri’s standards.
Finally, House Bill 2649 was heard to extend reciprocity to licenses from the United Kingdom. The sponsor said it was intended to strengthen Missouri’s relationship with the U.K. and help workers with U.K. credentials, but members and witnesses quickly noted that because the bill used Chapter 324 language, it could affect many professions, including medical fields. The Missouri State Medical Association opposed the bill unless health care professions were carved out, and committee members expressed confusion about the scope before the hearing concluded with no further action on the bill.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
February 11, 2025 - 09:00 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- rate of 91%. ...an impressive program completion rate of 87%, a job placement rate of 91%, and a licensure
- pass rate of 98%.
- of equal value.
- I think some of the things we've already spoken to, some of the stigma of that career path for some students
- , any job that you have, the idea of being able to have entrepreneurial skills is a bit universal.
Summary:
The Careers and Workforce Subcommittee heard a panel discussion focused on how Florida schools and colleges are exposing students to in-demand careers in manufacturing, semiconductors, transportation, and related fields, and how they are building pathways from middle school through postsecondary training. Panelists from Seminole County Public Schools, Lake Technical College/Lake County Schools, and St. Petersburg College described their career academies, dual enrollment options, industry certifications, and partnerships with employers, local governments, and state colleges. They emphasized early career awareness, counseling, and parent outreach as key to helping students understand technical education as a viable and prestigious path.
Seminole County highlighted 51 career and professional education academies and new offerings in agricultural biotechnology, global finance, firefighting, and planned aerospace engineering. Lake County described Lake Technical College’s programs, strong completion and placement outcomes, and three partnerships: a flexible-day high school/workforce model at Lincoln Park Education Center, the Lake Works pathway collaboration with Lake Sumter State College, and a Transportation Innovation Hub with the City of Tavares that trains students on municipal vehicles and serves multiple local governments. St. Petersburg College discussed its manufacturing and engineering technology programs, including semiconductor processing, mechatronics, soldering, and clean-room training, along with new grant-funded expansion at its Midtown campus.
Members asked about wages, the semiconductor workforce, how to change perceptions of technical education, how parents are engaged, and how Bright Futures CAPE and Gold Seal scholarships are communicated. Witnesses said school counselors, CTE teachers, parent nights, and district communications are used to promote these options, and that many students can earn strong wages through short-term certifications or two-year degrees. Lake Technical College also raised concerns about workforce funding not keeping pace with teacher pay increases and inflation, noting that funding covers only about 80% of what it earns and tuition has remained unchanged for 18 years. The meeting ended with members praising the programs, and the subcommittee adjourned without any vote or formal action beyond rising and adjournment.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Motion requires two-thirds of the body, two-thirds of the body to pass.
- When we pull hundreds of millions of dollars out of the amount of money we have, particularly when we're
- Scott Barry Kaufman, the thrust of this book was to take the pyramid of needs that we're kind of familiar
- Scott Barry Kaufman, the thrust of this book was to take the pyramid of needs that we're kind of familiar
- And so some of the needs that you'll see at the top of the pyramid and in the sail of the sailboat would
Summary:
The House opened with roll call, prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the previous day’s journal. Messages from the Senate were received, including Senate Joint Memorial 108 and Senate Bills 1227, 1226, and 1225, which were filed for first reading and referred to committees. Standing committee reports also moved House Bill 557 and House Concurrent Resolution 25 to the second reading calendar, and several new House bills were introduced, including measures on civil asset forfeiture reporting, the Idaho Consumer Asset Recovery Fund, license plates, and juvenile transition services.
The main floor action centered on House Bill 559, a tax conformity bill tied to the federal tax changes described by supporters as providing relief for workers, seniors, and businesses. Supporters argued it would preserve federal tax benefits for Idahoans, including provisions on tips, overtime, standard deductions, and research and experimentation expensing, and said the fiscal note was a reasonable estimate. Opponents argued the bill would significantly reduce state revenue at a time of budget shortfalls, warned it could force cuts to services such as education, health care, roads, and public safety, and questioned whether the fiscal note fully captured the bill’s cost. Members also raised questions about business underpayments and the treatment of certain deductions.
The House first voted to suspend the rules for immediate consideration of House Bill 559 by a two-thirds vote, then debated the bill at length. After debate closed, the House passed House Bill 559 by a vote of 59-9, approved the title, and transmitted the bill to the Senate. The chamber then held third-reading bills one legislative day and moved to announcements and committee schedule notices before adjourning until the next day.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
March 4, 2025 - 04:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- It also adds the University of Central Florida and Florida International University to the member schools
- Upon completion of the plan, provide a report to the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House
- Of course, other causes of action are able to be brought about. Follow up.
- Cameron Frank, representing the Association of Industries of Florida, proponent.
- , but very important, particularly to these communities, very important. ...of this very limited universe
Summary:
The Natural Resources and Disaster Subcommittee met for its first meeting of session and heard four bills. HB 209, the State Parks Preservation Act, would limit development in state parks and require stronger public notice and participation for land management plan changes. Members discussed protections for cabins and existing lodging, and an amendment aligned the bill with the Senate and clarified conservation-based recreational uses. Support came from Audubon Florida, Nature Conservancy, and others, and the bill was reported favorably with committee substitute after a unanimous roll call.
HB 143 would create a Florida Resilient Buildings Tax Credit for new construction and retrofits that meet LEED-based resiliency standards, with a new advisory committee under DBPR to help administer the program. An amendment moved the process under DBPR, added UCF and FIU to the advisory council, and made technical conforming changes. The bill drew supportive testimony from a Boca Raton city council member and was reported favorably with committee substitute, with one no vote.
HB 295 would direct DEP to develop a comprehensive waste reduction and recycling plan based on its 2020 recycling report, including education, market development, and recommendations for statutory changes. Testimony emphasized that the plan would be voluntary and would not impose costs or mandates on homeowners or businesses. The bill passed without amendments and was reported favorably. HB 585 would let owners of former phosphate mining lands record notice and obtain a Department of Health radiation survey to support a narrow defense against strict liability claims; an amendment clarified the notice content and limited the definition to mined lands, not gyp stacks. The bill drew extensive questions about notice, radiation thresholds, disclosure to buyers, and liability scope, but supporters from Mosaic, the Florida Chamber, and a health physicist argued it would improve transparency and help redevelop lands. It was reported favorably with committee substitute, with one soft yes and one no vote.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs Feb 23rd, 2026
Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Wow, I'm honored to be in front of you today. Very kind of you.
- All of our tax revenue. So all of our...
- kind of like. putting these services on almost on retainer, kind of. Is that it? Kind of like.
- Mark Rhodes, I'm here on behalf of ACEC of Missouri.
- Mark Rhodes, I'm here on behalf of ACEC of Missouri, the American Council of Engineering Companies of
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
06/12/2026 - Senate Appropriations, Transportation and Technology
Transcript Highlights:
- of duty.
- line of duty.”
- of the legislature.
- Point of order, Mr. Chairman. Point of order: this is a statement by Peter Gentala.
- wrong and we can't have him state of process it's just wrong point of order mr. chairman point of order
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Appropriations, Transportation and Technology heard HCR 2048, as amended by a strike-everything amendment. The amendment would constitutionally prohibit the state from confiscating scholarship account monies from children of military families who are eligible for education scholarship accounts (ESAs) and can use the funds for tuition and fees at eligible postsecondary institutions. It also would make any later bill or voter-approved measure that violates that prohibition void in its entirety, with no severability, for measures enacted or approved on or after November 1, 2026.
Representative Way, the sponsor, said the measure was intended to protect military families from having education funds taken away and argued that military children face unique disruptions because of deployments and frequent moves. Supporters including Matt Beinberg of the Goldwater Institute, Kevin Beasty of the Arizona Christian Education Coalition, Peter Gentala of the Center for Arizona Policy, and Senator Rogers said the amendment was needed to safeguard military families and preserve their ability to use ESA funds flexibly, including for college savings. Opponents, including Senators Alston, Fernandez, Kuby, and Epstein, argued the proposal was unnecessary, overly broad, and an attempt to preempt or invalidate a pending ESA-related citizen initiative. They also raised concerns about ESA accountability, public school funding, and constitutional issues involving voter initiatives and judicial review.
After debate, the committee adopted the strike-everything amendment and then voted on HCR 2048 as amended. The final committee vote was 6 ayes, 4 noes, and 1 not voting, giving the measure a do-pass recommendation.
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS Senate Floor - 13 January, 2026; 10:00 AM
Mississippi Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- and newly appointed member of the board of governors of NCAA, Dr.
- </c> the board of governors of NCAA, Dr. the board of governors of NCAA, Dr.
- I see some of the members of the Mississippi League of Women Voters.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Primary and Secondary Education (3-25-26) Upon Adjournment of House
Primary and Secondary Education
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you to the rest of the members of the committee as well.
- It's a narrow provision near the end of the bill that calls for a supermajority vote of the Board of
- </c> members of the Board of Education. members of the Board of Education.
- of the Board of and a small minority of the Board of Education<00:04:24.919><c> in</c><00:04:25.040>
- ><c> of</c> Education in charge of the totality of Education in charge of the totality of the<00:04:26.320
Committee:
House Primary and Secondary Education
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
HSH Public Hearing - Thu Apr 10, 2025 @ 11:30 AM HST
Human Services & Homelessness
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, first today we have the Office of Wellness and Resilience, Office of the Governor, in support.
- </c> kind of climate crisis on either side. kind of climate crisis on either side.
- </c><00:12:22.320><c> Uh</c> our next item of the day. Uh our next item of the day.
- It was over the course of months, and the uncertainty of whether or not a lot of these families would
- </c> uncertainty of whether or not a lot of uncertainty of whether or not a lot of these<00:20:32.080
Committee:
House Human Services & Homelessness
Summary:
The committee heard STR 73 SD1, which requests the Office of Wellness and Resilience to develop a report on the developmental needs of children born during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Office of Wellness and Resilience testified in support, saying it was eager to work with local researchers on evidence-based, community-informed recommendations. Support also came from a Zoom testifier, the Department of Education, and the Hawaii Community Foundation. The testifier emphasized the need for trauma-informed supports for children who were ages zero to five during COVID, especially in communities also affected by the Kilauea eruption and the Maui wildfires. Members discussed the long-term impacts of the pandemic and natural disasters on children, and one member said they would support the measure but vote with reservations because they wanted the phrase “climate crisis” changed to “natural disasters.” The committee adopted the chair’s recommendation to pass the resolution as is, with some members noting reservations.
The committee then took up SCR 239 SD1, which asks DAGS, DLNR, and the City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation to provide universal changing accommodations in state and county facilities and parks. DAGS submitted comments, DLNR State Parks testified that it supported the intent but raised concerns about the cost and feasibility of retrofitting existing facilities, noting it has 73 comfort stations statewide, ongoing vandalism and maintenance issues, and possible ADA space conflicts. The Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities and the Hawaii Disability Rights Center supported the measure, with testimony stressing that accessible changing facilities are important for independence and equity for people with disabilities. In response to questions, DLNR said it had not received complaints about the lack of such infrastructure and that any future installations should be considered in new designs rather than existing facilities. After discussion, the chair moved to defer the resolution, citing budget and implementation concerns and suggesting the issue be revisited in the future with a revised approach and possible needs assessment. The committee agreed to defer SCR 239 SD1 and then adjourned.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Preventing Gun Violence in Minnesota – Senator Ron Latz Mar 7th, 2026
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- All of these are little pieces. bans. All of these are little pieces.
- Part of it is keeping firearms out of the hands of people that would use them in a bad way.
- </c> That's the law of the land. That's the law of the land.
- ,</c><00:08:03.520><c> is</c> every part of the Bill of Rights, is every part of the Bill of Rights,
- </c> of uh drug use. of uh drug use.
Summary:
The interview focused on Minnesota gun violence prevention efforts following the June shootings of the Hortmans and Hoffmans and the Annunciation shooting. The senator said those events prompted him and Senator Zaynab Mohamed to form a gun violence prevention working group during the interim to gather public and expert input, explore ideas, and build bipartisan support. He said the group was meant to set the stage for session work, and that several ideas vetted there are now appearing in legislative proposals, along with a package from the governor’s office.
Asked what the legislature should prioritize, the senator said there is no single solution and outlined a multi-pronged approach: enforcing and expanding red flag and universal background check laws, considering an assault weapons ban and high-capacity magazine limits, banning ghost guns and binary triggers, improving firearm storage and security, and increasing school counseling and wraparound mental health supports. He emphasized that mental health alone is not the cause of violence, but said better identification of students in distress and easier access to care could help. He also argued that these measures can coexist with the Second Amendment and said regulation is appropriate to keep firearms from people with violent criminal histories, domestic violence histories, or other prohibitions.
On politics and prospects, he said passage will depend on bipartisan negotiation in a closely divided legislature, noting that some Democrats and Republicans are uncomfortable with certain proposals while others are open to them. He said he is willing to adjust language, as he did on earlier red flag and background check laws, and hopes members will work with him and Senator Mohamed, especially in swing districts. If no package passes this session, he said the issue will return next session and voters should hold legislators accountable in the next election. He closed by telling families affected by gun violence that lawmakers are working on the issue now and should not wait for another mass shooting, adding that gun violence also includes suicides and other daily deaths, not just mass shootings.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Senate Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions Committee, February 25, 2026
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><01:21:42.719><c> of</c> government affairs at the University of government affairs at the University
- During your tenure with the University of Wyoming as vice president of government affairs, I brought
- Chairman, I spent a lot of time on Capitol Hill and a lot of political capital on the idea of universal
- Chairman, I spent a lot of time on Capitol Hill and a lot of political capital on the idea of universal
- I spent a lot of time on Capitol Hill, and a lot of political capital, on the idea of universal service
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Air Mobility & Aviation Economic Development Task Force (10-28-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- We worked with the University of Kentucky.
- We worked with the University<00:07:39.759><c> of</c><00:07:40.000><c> Kentucky.
- Um they're doing University of Kentucky.
- A recent study by the University of Tennessee looked at three potential opportunities in Appalachia,
- Matter of fact, this morning I was just talking with EKU and part of the Ohio University, which were
Summary:
The task force approved the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes and then heard a presentation from Austin Kaylor of WSP on alternative aviation fuels. Kaylor described an ongoing feasibility study focused on Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and the other four commercial airports in Kentucky, with an eye toward both near-term use of alternative aviation fuel in existing supply chains and longer-term in-state production using local feedstocks. He said Kentucky’s current jet fuel use at the five airports is about 609 million gallons annually and could approach 1 billion gallons by 2050, and he outlined potential feedstocks such as soybeans, corn, and waste oils, along with existing logistics assets like river terminals, trucking, rail, and some pipelines. He also discussed federal and state policy support, including renewable fuel credits and the recent 45Z tax credit extension, and said the study suggests significant economic-development potential if Kentucky can leverage existing infrastructure and incentives.
Members asked about the cost of sustainable aviation fuel, whether taxpayers would be subsidizing it, and whether food crops would be diverted from food use. Kaylor responded that the market is increasingly using second-generation and waste-based feedstocks, that federal incentives can cover much of the price differential, and that SAF is a direct substitute for conventional jet fuel with some efficiency benefits. He said demand comes from both U.S. and foreign carriers, including major U.S. airlines that have made emissions-reduction commitments. Members also raised the possibility of locating production in Appalachia to create jobs closer to feedstock sources; Kaylor said that approach has worked in other states and could fit Kentucky’s logistics network.
The committee then heard from Leif Elder of the Utah Department of Transportation, who introduced himself and said he would discuss advanced air mobility legislation in Utah. The transcript cuts off before his substantive presentation, and no further votes or actions were recorded after the question-and-answer discussion on alternative aviation fuels.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Ree, who is director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence at the University of St.
- </c><01:18:17.880><c> very</c> University of St Thomas welcome very University of St Thomas welcome very
- I am at the University of St. Thomas. I teach machine learning and AI.
- I am at the University of St Thomas I I am at the University of St Thomas I teach<01:20:03.800><c> U<
- have universities like whether it is University of Minnesota or St.
Committee:
Senate Labor
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development - 03/24/25
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c> For these reasons and more, University For these reasons and more, University of<00:03:57.040><c
- The University of Minnesota no longer teaches declaw surgery. of the owner inflicts suffering rather
- Veterinary Medicine, and the director of the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory at the University of Minnesota
- serve</c><00:56:33.119><c> as</c> the University of Minnesota to serve as the University of Minnesota
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- on this, is that the universe of affected land is so small the likelihood of this happening—20 residential
- c><00:10:12.680><c> town</c> middle of a lot of small town middle of a lot of small town conservation
- </c><00:10:41.800><c> of</c> agree on this is that the Universe of agree on this is that the Universe
- So, in favor of it, I think it's a great idea on all of these pieces of legislation. synopsis and needs
- </c><00:17:22.640><c> of</c> apply here I don't like the idea of of apply here I don't like the idea
Committee:
Senate Commerce
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> to meet more of the needs of more to meet more of the needs of more students.<00:25:38.880><c> All
- millions of dollars worth of cuts.
- <c> worth</c><00:53:56.319><c> of</c> tens of millions of dollars worth of tens of millions of dollars
- of any of the the fee law that a part of any of the regular<00:56:14.640><c> instruction</c><00:56:15.280
- So if we want to talk about the constitutionality of things, let's start with universal meals.
Committee:
House Education Finance
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- School of the Auburn University McCarter School of Building<00:18:43.600><c> Science.
- Senate Confirmation Number 77 appointing Ronnie Stalworth to the University of South Alabama Board of
- Senate Confirmation Number 81 appointing Nancy Sanford to the University of North Alabama Board of Trustees
- Senate Confirmation Number 82 appointing Marty Abrams to the University of North Alabama Board of Trustees
- Senate Confirmation Number 83 appointing Jim Page to the University of North Alabama Board of Trustees
Summary:
The Alabama Senate convened with prayer and the pledge, then established a quorum with 27 senators present. The body excused absent senators, approved the previous day’s journal, and allowed bills and committee reports to be introduced throughout the day. The Senate also welcomed guests in the gallery, including Auburn University McCarter School of Building Science students and retired MPD Sergeant Martin Bean.
The chamber received multiple House messages and gubernatorial confirmations, referring several local bills and appointments to the appropriate committees. Committee reports included favorable action on Senate Bills 298 and 91 from County and Municipal Government, and House Bills 297, 365, and 436 from Local Legislation. The Senate adopted several resolutions, including recognitions for Tharptown Baptist Church, Tuskegee University Day, Dr. Bradley Heim, the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, McGill-Toolen Catholic High School volleyball, and a special order calendar resolution setting priority bills for the 15th legislative day.
On local bills, the Senate advanced and gave final passage to a series of county and municipal measures, including SB 301 (Perry County), SB 314 (Morgan County), SB 295 (Montgomery County), SB 312 (Marshall County), HB 371 (Pike County constitutional amendment), HB 386 (Elmore County), HB 330 (Etowah County), HB 409 (City of Alabaster), HB 408 (Shelby County), SB 299 (Barbour County), HB 416 (Cleburne County), and HB 421 (Lawrence County constitutional amendment). HB 337 on Madison County was carried over. The Senate also adopted a resolution honoring Alabama’s record-breaking economic development year, citing major investments and job creation, and heard a lengthy Black History recognition segment on W.E.B. Du Bois, Patricia Roberts Harris, Langston Hughes, and Maya Angelou.
The main policy discussion centered on Senate Bill 240 regarding parole hearings, with the sponsor explaining it would allow the Pardons and Parole Board to hear from inmates and victims by phone or video to reduce travel burdens and improve access. The sponsor said an amendment was being worked on and moved to carry the bill over to the call of the chair, while another senator raised questions about whether inmates currently have an in-person opportunity to speak and whether board members would be able to question participants remotely.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- approval standards, which are incorporated therein, teacher aides do not constitute part of the universal
- the school, they too are beyond the scope of definition and need not be included in the universal cost
- approval standards, which are incorporated therein, teacher aides do not constitute part of the universal
- the school, they too are beyond the scope of definition and need not be included in the universal cost
- I think the university system has a number of concerns with this.
Committee:
House Education Funding
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 017 Feb 2nd, 2026
Colorado Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I would just have to say that institutionalizing bringing the University of Colorado or Colorado State
- I would just have to say that institutionalizing bringing the University of Colorado or Colorado State
- I would just have to say that institutionalizing bringing the University of Colorado or Colorado State
- I would just have to say that institutionalizing bringing the University of Colorado or Colorado State
- I would just have to say that institutionalizing bringing the University of Colorado or Colorado State