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Transcript Highlights:
- I've got House Bill 2749, which is a relatively simple piece of legislation.
- I think within this legislation, it probably makes sense to keep it as narrowly tailored as possible
- What I will say is my intent for this legislation and the life of this legislation is to really have
- I'd like this to be a very simple piece of legislation throughout its lifetime here.
- And then how does passing this piece of legislation streamline the problem that we're having?
Committee:
House General Laws
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Health Care & Wellness Feb 24th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Health Care & Wellness
Transcript Highlights:
- Society, who represent licensed hearing aid specialists and some licensed audiologists, as their legislative
- This legislation is about protecting patient access to hearing health care while preserving the clinical
- Chair, asking for your support to move this important piece of legislation.
- There are some concerns with it being essentially another piece of legislation that is being put into
- in, largely as the amendment, without a hearing here in the House, but we do believe it is good legislation
Committee:
House Health Care & Wellness
Keywords:
SB 5915, health technology assessment, HTA, clinical committee, medical technology review, coverage determination, state-purchased health care, Washington health care, RCW, evidence-based medicine, cost-effectiveness, safety and efficacy, Medicare coverage, national coverage determination, clinical guidelines, patient advocacy, public comment, medical necessity, rare disease, life-threatening disease
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
February 3, 2026 - 11:00 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- Joe, will the legislative body get to enforce that here with this bill? >> You're recognized.
- By supporting this legislation, we empower individuals to engage more fully in their rehabilitation,
- would be entirely optional and tailored to the 312 needs of each individual 313 by supporting this legislation
- I cannot thank Representative Blackmon for sponsoring this very important legislation.
- You are 452 recognized. 453 >> Thank you guys so much for consideration of this important 454 legislation
Summary:
The Health and Human Services Committee heard and advanced four member bills. CS/HB 303 would require nurses to complete the existing two-hour human trafficking prevention course before initial licensure, rather than waiting until renewal; the sponsor said this closes a gap for new nurses, and supporters from the Florida Nurses Association and other groups said it would improve early identification and reporting of trafficking victims. Members asked whether the bill changed reporting duties, and the sponsor said it did not. The bill passed unanimously, 24-0.
PCS/HB 1069 would treat independent sanctioning authorities as qualified entities for background screening purposes and allow an unscreened athletic coach to work only if directly supervised by a screened coach. The sponsor said the measure is intended to help families and youth sports organizations while keeping children safe, and members discussed how it would apply to Little League and whether disqualifying offenses would still bar work with children. The bill received support from several organizations and passed 25-0.
HB 491 would allow batterers intervention programs to offer voluntary faith-based content alongside required cognitive behavioral therapy, without mandating participation. Supporters argued the bill restores options for clients seeking faith-based counseling and said it does not use taxpayer funds or impose religion; members emphasized the voluntary nature of the program. The bill passed 24-0. HB 569 would change how the Agency for Persons with Disabilities organizes forensic client services by grouping clients based on clinical needs rather than legal charges, which the sponsor said would improve efficiency and reduce duplication. The agency and Florida Smart Justice Alliance supported the bill, and it also passed unanimously, 24-0. The committee then adjourned.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Jan 15th, 2026 at 10:30 am
Washington House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It has been changed by legislation that was passed last year. Section 1 was different.
- It has been changed by legislation that was passed last year.
- During last year's committee exec vote on this bill, several legislators voted no.
- Friday, January 16th, the fifth legislative day, hearing no objection, so ordered.
- Friday, January 16th, the fifth legislative day, hearing no objection, so ordered.
Keywords:
HB1175, small business, residential zoning, land use, zoning reform, neighborhood store, neighborhood cafe, convenience store, minimarket, corner store, mixed-use, local government, city zoning, town zoning, code city, parking regulations, hours of operation, alcohol service, food requirement, commercial use in residential areas
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Jan 15th, 2026
Washington House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It has been changed by legislation that was passed last year. Section 1 was different.
- It has been changed by legislation that was passed last year.
- During last year's committee exec vote on this bill, several legislators voted no.
- Friday, January 16th, the fifth legislative day, hearing no objection, so ordered.
- Friday, January 16th, the fifth legislative day, hearing no objection, so ordered.
Summary:
The House opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer, approved the prior day’s minutes, and announced caucuses before moving through introductions, committee reports, and second reading bills. The chamber considered three bills on second reading: HB 1175, allowing small business establishments in residential zones; HB 1376, allowing voluntary prepayment of capital gains tax up to six months early; and HB 1500, concerning resale certificates for units in common interest communities. HB 1175 received Amendment 1461, which added a population-estimate reference for small communities, and then passed 94-2. HB 1376 passed 97-0 after supporters said it would let taxpayers capture a federal deduction by paying earlier, while still preserving state revenue. HB 1500 received a technical striking amendment updating condo-law language and then passed 85-12; supporters said it would improve access to complete resale certificates for condo sales, while some members raised concerns about added regulation and costs.
The House then took up third reading bills. Substitute HB 1302, which would let local governments waive utility connection charges for certain green technology or industrial symbiosis projects, passed 76-21 after supporters emphasized environmental benefits and opponents warned it could shift costs to other ratepayers. HB 1796, allowing school districts to bond against capital levy collections to speed projects and reduce inflationary costs, passed 78-19; supporters said it would save taxpayers money and help districts complete needed construction sooner, while opponents argued it could bypass voter intent and increase indebtedness without renewed approval.
Finally, Substitute HB 1980 was returned to second reading for a striking amendment, which was adopted, and then passed 97-0. Supporters described it as a pilot program to help employers and transit agencies work together to move workers more efficiently in congested areas, using existing transit/HOV infrastructure. The House also re-referred HJM 4010 and HB 2402 to different committees, then adjourned until the following Friday morning.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Appropriations and Finance Jan 14th, 2026 at 02:15 pm
House Appropriations & Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- Questions from our legislators?
- And during the last legislative session, the legislature provided a one-time $6 million infusion of general
- I'm extremely appreciative of your support for that legislation and for the one-time infusion of the
- Because we are self-funded, when there are legislative increases or the implementation of longevity or
- Madam Chair, there is currently legislation on a national level.
Committee:
House House Appropriations & Finance
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
01/14/2026 - 31st Annual Indian Nations & Tribes Legislative Day
Transcript Highlights:
- The Joint Protocol Session of the 31st Annual Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day is called to
- This marks more than three decades of Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day.
- Three decades of Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day, and that longevity matters.
- Second, until comprehensive and humane federal legislation is passed, the nation... Thank you.
- So comprehensive and humane federal legislation is passed, the nation, Arizona, and all border states
Summary:
The Arizona House and Senate held the joint protocol session for the 31st Annual Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day, opening with a tribal blessing, presentation of the colors, the national anthem, and the Pledge of Allegiance. House Speaker Steve Montenegro and Senate President Warren Petersen welcomed tribal leaders, elders, and guests, emphasizing the importance of government-to-government collaboration, tribal sovereignty, and the role of Arizona’s 22 federally recognized tribes in issues such as water, energy, infrastructure, public safety, and economic development.
The tribal address was delivered by Fort Mojave Chairman Timothy Williams, who focused heavily on Colorado River water rights, drought, climate change, and the need to include tribes in any future river management framework as current guidelines expire. He also discussed tribal economic development, education, public safety, border security, and the importance of protecting culture, language, land, and water. Thana Autumn Nation Chairman Verlin Jose similarly stressed unity, tribal sovereignty, border issues, water stewardship, and the economic impact of tribal gaming, arguing that tribes should be full partners in state and federal policy discussions and opposing a fixed border wall.
Dr. Laura Tohi of the Navajo Nation gave a poetry reading and spoke about her background, the importance of language and oral tradition, and her role as Arizona State Poet Laureate. Her poems centered on food, water, weaving, and homeland. The session concluded with closing remarks from legislative leaders thanking participants for their perspectives and contributions, and the joint protocol session was dissolved. No votes or formal legislative actions were taken.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Technology, Economic Development, & Veterans Jan 13th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- I am Cindy Ryu, state representative from the 32nd legislative district.
- Stephanie Barnard from the 8th legislative district. Just keep going down, thank you.
- Representative Josh Penner from the 31st legislative district. Michael Keaton, 25th district.
- Julio Cortes from the 38th legislative district. Tarra Simmons from the 23rd legislative district.
- We also have Amy Pearson and Josh Johnston in the room with us, who lead legislative affairs at WATAC
Summary:
The Technology, Economic Development, and Veterans Committee held its first meeting of the session and began with member and staff introductions, followed by a work session on emerging technology, digital risks, and governance, focused on artificial intelligence in state government. Washington Technology Solutions officials Gretchen Perry, Katie Ruckel, and James Galvin described the state’s approach to balancing innovation with public trust, emphasizing human judgment, transparency, accountability, and the use of AI to augment rather than replace people. They outlined benefits such as automating repetitive tasks, improving fraud and anomaly detection, supporting multilingual access, and improving customer service and internal productivity.
The presenters also discussed AI risks, including algorithmic bias, overreliance, hallucinations, and ethical concerns, and explained the state’s governance framework. That framework is based on NIST AI risk principles and includes statewide AI principles, inventory requirements, risk assessments for high-risk uses, accuracy and monitoring requirements, training, data-sharing controls, and restrictions on creating likenesses without consent. They noted the state adopted a statewide AI policy on December 11 and has created an AI community of practice and related subcommittees to support implementation. They also said the policy was bargained with unions where required and that agencies must give notice before consequential AI-related changes affecting working conditions.
James Galvin highlighted current AI use cases across state agencies, including visual and spatial analysis for emergency response and flood recovery, the Department of Licensing’s Dolly chatbot for resident services, and an internal contract-assistance tool for staff that is limited to approved materials. Members asked about audit implications, language services and interpreters, the policy’s applicability beyond government, union involvement, return on investment, and whether the state uses off-the-shelf or custom AI models. The presenters said most uses rely on off-the-shelf large language models, that high-risk generative AI is not yet in production, and that the policy is designed to encourage low- and moderate-risk uses while adding more scrutiny for higher-risk applications. No votes or legislative actions were taken; the meeting concluded with committee housekeeping and adjournment.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Legislative Session Day 5 (1-12-26)
Kentucky House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Lord, we seek thy presence and guidance as this legislative body comes together once again.
- fall fresh upon our Governor Andy Beshear, House Speaker David Osborne, Supreme Court justices, legislators
- The House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Kentucky does hereby adjourn this legislative day
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FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
November 5, 2025 - 03:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- So progress and great strides continue to be made as a result of some of the thoughtful legislation you've
- We at the department appreciate the legislators' continued commitment to strengthening Florida's behavioral
- continued dissemination of the department's Baker Act training to law enforcement agencies, this legislative
- They're the first responders, but now they, thanks to your legislation, have been afforded additional
- As you'll notice, the department did post on the fiscal portal a couple of items, legislative budget
Summary:
The Human Services Subcommittee met to receive an update from the Florida Department of Children and Families on implementation of House Bill 7021, which revised the Baker Act and Marchman Act and was funded with a $50 million appropriation. Deputy Assistant Secretary Bill Hardin reported that the department has updated reference guides, training, administrative rules, and forms; launched regional behavioral health collaboratives; and created the Office of Children’s Behavioral Health Ombudsman. He said early data show continued declines in Baker Act use, high diversion rates from involuntary examinations through 988, mobile response teams, and care coordination, along with generally positive provider feedback on changes such as allowing psychiatric nurses to initiate emergency treatment orders and clarifying the 72-hour examination period.
Hardin also described Marchman Act changes, including a streamlined petition process, remote testimony, improved discharge planning, and a new annual data report. He said the department has completed or is completing multiple training courses for providers and law enforcement, and has adopted or is finalizing numerous rules and forms. He reported that the regional collaboratives are identifying common statewide needs such as service capacity, resource sharing, funding flexibility, and peer support, while the ombudsman office is handling complaints and helping families navigate services.
Members asked about whether the current funding is sufficient, future budget needs, outreach for the new ombudsman office, and services for juveniles. Hardin said DCF has posted legislative budget requests for additional forensic FACT services and short-term residential treatment beds, including children’s beds, and noted the ombudsman office is staffed with two FTEs and supported through existing complaint-management and regional systems. He said outreach is being done through regional collaboratives and coordination with other agencies, especially the Department of Education, and that juvenile transport and placement issues have improved with the new law. No votes were taken, and the meeting adjourned after the presentation and questions.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations and Budget General Government Subcommittee Oct 23rd, 2025
A&B General Government Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- It's not talking about hard bid because that's not legislated the same way.
- We just had the meeting with the legislative committee two weeks ago.
- You know, where that legislation happens, what is, you know, give us the steps to do that.
- But I think in this case, one of the things that—and we're in agreement, I think all of our legislative
- You know, as far as necessarily expecting to walk away from this meeting with three pieces of legislation
Committee:
House A&B General Government Subcommittee
Summary:
The committee held an interim study on retainage in public construction projects, with representatives from the Associated General Contractors of Oklahoma, the Subcontractors Association of Oklahoma, and construction firms discussing how retainage works and whether current law should be changed. AGC speakers said retainage is a statutory tool that helps ensure completion and closeout, and warned that eliminating it could create more problems by shifting leverage to owners or general contractors and leaving contractors with fewer remedies. Subcontractor representatives said retainage often functions as delayed profit, can tie up cash flow for one to two years, and can be especially burdensome for early-phase trades such as dirt work, concrete, and demolition.
Several participants explained that retainage is typically withheld from monthly progress payments and paid at final closeout, with current law generally allowing retainage to drop from 5% to 2.5% after 50% completion on public projects. Subcontractors said that in practice they often still have to fight to get the reduced rate applied, and that some owners or construction managers do not follow the statute consistently. They also noted that bonding companies are a last resort but still an important enforcement tool, while AGC cautioned that bond claims and litigation are not ideal substitutes for a workable retainage process.
The discussion focused on possible benchmarks or compromise approaches, including line-item or trade-specific release of retainage when work is complete, especially for demolition or other early-finish subcontractors. Committee members emphasized that owner, GC/CM, and subcontractor issues may need different solutions and that the study was intended to gather perspectives rather than produce immediate legislation. No vote was taken, and no formal action was announced.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Press Conference: House Speaker Demuth Budget Negotiations Media Availability - 06/04/25
Transcript Highlights:
- myself privately back in '19 when we were called back for that one-day special session as a new legislator
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- What I had always said is if legislator.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- This legislation addresses a critical gap in state law by extending existing buffer zone protections
- We agree and think that this legislation ensures that both protestants and applicants have a clear and
- I want to thank the chairman for introducing the proposed legislation and thank the committee staff for
- Waste Management supports this legislation because the proposal is limited to the scope of discovery,
- Because of this, we believe the legislation will provide a more efficient, transparent, and equitable
Committee:
Senate Natural Resources
Keywords:
concrete crushing, hospital proximity, environmental regulation, public health, zoning laws, SB 2203, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, TCEQ, State Office of Administrative Hearings, SOAH, contested case, administrative law judge, ALJ, discovery, scope of discovery, certification, administrative procedure, permit dispute, agency rules, Government Code
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- We've seen legislation enacted in California, Connecticut, Minnesota, New York State, Oregon, Tennessee
- See none, moving to our last reso, HR 147, establishing a legislative working group for the continued
- our last reso hr1 147<00:23:38.120><c> establishing</c><00:23:38.640><c> a</c><00:23:38.799><c> legislative
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- Moving on to our last resolution, HR 47, establishing a legislative working group for the continued oversight
Committee:
House Housing
Summary:
The House Committee on Housing met on March 21, 2025, first taking testimony on several resolutions related to housing policy and building codes. HCR 1/HR 1 urged HHFDC to continue working with the City and County of Honolulu to transfer roads in the Villages of Kapolei; the committee noted one supportive testimony from HHFDC. HCR 66/HR 60 sought action by the State Building Code Council to authorize point access block, or single-stair, residential construction up to six stories; testimony included support from Housing Hawaiʻi Future and the Grassroots Institute of Hawaiʻi, and opposition from the AIA Hawaiʻi State Council. HCR 67 asked state and county officials to develop a comprehensive strategy for updated building codes; Grassroots Institute testimony was in support and AIA Hawaiʻi State Council was in opposition. HCR 78 addressed housing credits under Act 31, clarifying that qualifying projects approved before July 1, 2031, would remain eligible after repeal; HHFDC and Na Uho testified in support. HR 147 proposed a legislative working group to oversee DHHL’s use of Act 279 funds; DHHL supported the measure, along with one individual supporter who was not present. No public testimony was offered beyond those submissions, and the committee moved to decision-making after a short recess.
In decision-making, the committee adopted the chair’s recommendation to pass HCR 1/HR 1 as is, with several members excused. HCR 66/HR 60 was also passed as is after discussion emphasizing the potential for lower construction costs, more design flexibility, and better ventilation from single-stair buildings. HCR 67 was passed with amendments, including removing the housing committee chairs from the recipient list and adding language calling for reinstating and adequately funding the State Building Code Council so it can carry out its mandate. HCR 78 was passed as is, and HR 147 was passed as is after brief supportive comments about DHHL accountability. The meeting then adjourned.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Transportation (3-10-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- Motor Vehicle Commission, the Kentucky Sheriff's Association, our county clerks, and absolutely our legislators
- And absolutely our legislators to help us get these things to where they need to be.
- forget exactly what portion of the bill results in a felony, but when you put the felony in the legislation
- in in the but um when you put the felony in in the in<00:13:51.320><c> the</c><00:13:51.560><c> legislation
- it it does give it in the legislation it it does give it some<00:13:53.920><c> teeth</c><00:13:54.920
Keywords:
Roll Call 00:15
HJR 46 Discussion 00:43
HJR 46 Vote 2:58
HB 546 Discussion 04:10
HB 546 Vote 06:00
HB 443 Discussion 07:30
HB 443 Vote 09:35
HB 783 Discussion 10:29
HB 783 Vote 15:29, 958, all
Summary:
The committee met with a quorum and first considered House Joint Resolution 46, a county priority projects resolution. Members approved a committee substitute that added $1.47 million and included Butler, Carroll, Casey, Cumberland, McGoffin, Monroe, and Nicholas counties. The resolution was then reported favorably with a title amendment and an expression of opinion that it should pass.
The committee next took up House Bill 546, which creates the local assistance road program and related rules. The committee substitute moved $47 million from the state-supported construction program back to priority projects and amended the Transportation Cabinet budget to unlock I-69 funding tied to Garvey bonds. After discussion about continuing to refine the program, the committee approved the substitute, adopted a title amendment, and reported the bill favorably with an expression of opinion that it should pass.
House Bill 443 was then heard, extending the Hal Rogers Parkway from Hazard along Kentucky Route 80 to Perry and Floyd to support future federal funding and four-laning of the corridor. The committee reported it favorably with the expression of opinion that it should pass. Finally, House Bill 783 was presented as a response to temporary tag fraud in auto sales, with testimony from Representative Jackson, Warren County Sheriff Brad Hightower, and the Kentucky Auto Dealers Association. Supporters said the bill adds enforcement tools, including felony penalties for serious violations and discretion for the Motor Vehicle Commission so mistakes are not treated the same as deliberate fraud. The committee voted to report the bill favorably with the expression of opinion that it should pass.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- Use all of us this day in this new legislative session for your purposes and for Your glory.
- Speaker, I move the reading of the journal at length for the second legislative day be dispensed with
- Next Tuesday, the Alabama Agri-Business Council and Sweet Grown Alabama have their legislative lunch
- at 11:30. ...have their legislative lunch at 11:30 in RSA Plaza next Tuesday.
- We present Him on the wall, but we legislate against everything that is... ...legislate against everything
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Previously, she worked as a legislative research assistant for the Office of Economic and Demographic
- Steve Gros is our chief legislative analyst, and Steve has been with the Florida Senate for 10 years.
- So Marina's our senior legislative analyst. This is Marina's second year with the Florida Senate.
- Auto title and lien fees shows a downward trend, but that's due to legislative changes that moved funds
- It's due to legislative changes. Any further questions for our staff director?
Committee:
Senate Finance and Tax
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Finance and Tax convened with a quorum present, heard an introductory presentation of committee staff, and then received a staff briefing from Azar Khan on Florida’s state tax structure and revenue outlook. The presentation covered fiscal year 2023-2024 revenues, noting more than $127 billion in total state revenue, with general revenue exceeding $48 billion and sales and use tax making up the largest share. It also compared Florida’s tax burden to other states, highlighted Florida’s low per-capita revenue ranking and strong business formation numbers, and reviewed major and minor revenue sources, tax rates, and the revenue estimating conference process.
Members asked about what drives revenue growth, including population, tourism, construction, and auto sales, and about Florida’s regressivity, corporate income tax participation, and investment earnings on state balances. Khan said the state’s revenue picture remains positive and stable, but that future growth is slower than during the COVID-era spike; he also explained that some negative forecast changes were tied to legislative actions such as the insurance premium tax credit, while others reflected lower tobacco consumption and severance activity. He noted that revenue and spending forecasts are separate and that budget-side growth is driving concerns raised in other state economic projections.
The committee also discussed possible tax package ideas for the upcoming session, including tax holidays and homeowner relief, but no specific proposals were acted on. The chair announced the committee would not meet the following week and that the next meeting would be in week three of February. The meeting concluded with no objections to a motion to adjourn.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Republican Press Conference 1/27/25
Transcript Highlights:
- We, as a House legislative body, have never had any oversight of this, and it's honestly been very shocking
- We, as a House legislative body, have never had any oversight of this, and it's honestly been very shocking
- The legislative branch should be providing oversight of the executive branch, and so I hope our colleagues
- branch should be providing legislative branch should be providing oversight<00:05:14.039><c> of</c><
- Internally, I think this is the legislative branch doing our work. Our caucus has shown up.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- These are things that rural legislators fight for every single day down here.
- These are things that rural legislators fight for every single day down here.
- ..” “...consistent with the legislation that you have authored.
- the legislation that we passed in January that unfortunately the governor vetoed.
- I wasn't a part of putting this legislation together.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- I also lift up the legislative aides and staff who make this work possible each day.
- Really, really, this is how this legislative process is supposed to work.
- Really, really, this is how this legislative process is supposed to work.
- Along with that, we have Gabriel, who is an FAU legislative intern.
- they're the ones who bought you this legislation?