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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, July 16, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:15:22.160><c> realize</c> been terrified by the Democrats realize been terrified by the Democrats
- And I think that's what the Democrats fear the most. I yield back.
- This community didn't want to accept help from a Democrat.
- I don't care if you're a Democrat, Republican, I don't care what you are.
- ><c> Republican</c><02:12:20.880><c> presidents</c> from Democrat and Republican presidents from Democrat
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, July 17, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, Democrats do.
- Well, Democrats do.
- Well, Democrats and of interest, right?
- ,</c> No one, not a Republican or a Democrat, No one, not a Republican or a Democrat, should<02:32:32.720
- </c><02:44:06.720><c> leadership</c> worked under both Democratic leadership worked under both Democratic
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
Senate Election Law and Municipal Affairs (03/10/2026)
Election Law and Municipal Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- We think that's a democratic process.
- This is not a Democrat or Republican issue. It goes both directions.
- </c><01:17:10.800><c> It's</c> not a Democrat or Republican issue.
- It's not a Democrat or Republican issue.
- Obviously, Hillsboro democratic or fair.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- join in sponsoring this resolution, and it's especially appropriate as well that Leader Berman, a Democrat
- And it's been a pleasure to work with Emily on the Democratic Senate staff.
- Democratic Union guy.
- It was talked about that it was partisan, it was Republican, it was Democrat. It's not. It's not.
- And it was Democrat. It's not. It's not.
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, opening with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several introductions, including recognition of the day’s doctor of the day, an intern, and a resolution honoring the late Bob Graham and firefighter Roger Timmy Miley. The chamber also adopted a resolution designating August 9, 2026, as Bob Graham Day. After routine announcements, the Senate moved to the special order calendar and took up a series of bills, many of them with House companion bills substituted in place of Senate versions.
The first major floor action was passage of a tax-related bill conforming Florida’s Internal Revenue Code to federal changes while excluding certain provisions from H.R. 1; it passed 34-0. The Senate then considered CS/SB 1758 on public assistance and Medicaid, which proposed stronger fraud enforcement, a Medicaid work requirement for able-bodied adults, expanded behavioral health services, pharmacy and drug rebate reforms, and SNAP fraud reduction measures. A Berman amendment to require Medicaid expansion before work requirements was rejected, as was an Osgood amendment to add photo-ID protections and exemptions for certain SNAP users. The bill remained on the calendar for third reading after extensive debate and questioning about implementation, exemptions, and potential impacts on beneficiaries.
The chamber also passed bills on technology education and AI instruction, a Parkinson’s disease registry and related public records exemption, designation of the SS American Victory as Florida’s official flagship, electronic payments for local governments, repeal of the sunset on gold and silver legal tender, public records exemptions for financial institutions and custodians, a Florida stablecoin pilot program, local government finance transparency, digital voyeurism, and insurance customer representative licensing. Most of these measures were adopted after brief explanation, minor amendments, or substitution of House companions, with votes generally in favor and several passing unanimously or by wide margins.
Later, the Senate took up CS/SB 1756 on medical freedom, which would expand parental vaccine information requirements, add a conscience-based exemption, allow behind-the-counter ivermectin access, and repeal the sunset on the mRNA mandate prohibition. The bill’s first amendments clarified anti-kickback rules for vaccine manufacturers and required informational materials to address risks, benefits, safety, and efficacy; the transcript ends during consideration of this bill, before final passage is shown.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-03-06 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- join in sponsoring this resolution, and it's especially appropriate as well that Leader Berman, a Democrat
- As a Democratic state senator in the minority, is one the rest of us can only dream of.
- And it's been a pleasure to work with Emily on the Democratic Senate staff.
- Democratic Union guy.
- And it was Democrat. It's not. It's not.
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, opening prayer, Pledge of Allegiance, and doctor-of-the-day introduction, then moved through a long special-order calendar. Early proceedings included a resolution honoring former Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham and a moment of silence for firefighter Roger Timmy Miley. The chamber also heard several member introductions and recognitions before taking up bills.
The most substantial debate centered on CS/CS/SB 1758 on public assistance and Medicaid/SNAP reforms. The bill would strengthen fraud enforcement, impose a Medicaid work requirement for able-bodied adults, expand behavioral health services through a waiver, modernize Medicaid pharmacy purchasing, and require a SNAP fraud-reduction plan and photo ID on EBT cards. Senators Berman, Smith, Bracy Davis, Osgood, and others argued for Medicaid expansion and added protections for vulnerable SNAP recipients, while Gates defended the bill as a compliance and cost-saving measure. Multiple amendments were offered, including Berman’s Medicaid-expansion condition and Osgood’s SNAP photo-ID safeguards; both were defeated. The bill was placed on the calendar for third reading after extended questioning.
The Senate then passed a series of bills, often substituting House companions before final vote. These included tax conformity legislation (7031/7048), technology and computer science education (1503/1694), Parkinson’s disease registry and related public-records measures (1443/1684), designation of the SS American Victory as the official state flagship (249/1656), electronic payments for local governments (967/1612), legal tender and related public-records exemptions for gold, silver, stablecoins, and virtual currency kiosks (1311/1588/1087/7044/1568), local government finance and spending transparency (1329/1566), digital voyeurism (1536), insurance customer representative licensing (1343/1504), and medical freedom legislation (1756) with amendments on anti-kickback rules and vaccine information materials. Most bills passed on largely party-line or near-unanimous votes, with several amendments adopted and some withdrawn; the medical freedom bill was still under consideration at the end of the excerpt.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Democrats rise in protest to place in the journal our deep frustration with the events that unfolded
- This bill was moved by Senate Republicans without a full and meaningful dialogue with the Democratic
- Senate Democrats wanted to ensure that the voices and lived experiences of many of our constituents were
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem, then recorded attendance and approved the prior journal. Senators also welcomed radiologists in the gallery for Radiology Advocacy Day. The chamber adopted a motion to request House consent to adjourn after completing business on Thursday, April 2, 2026, and return Tuesday, April 7, 2026; the motion passed and the House was to be notified. The Senate also noted that House messages would not be read and that Senate bills 1020 and 1247 were transmitted to the Governor.
The main substantive item was Senate Resolution 1002, a death resolution honoring Lieutenant Colonel Salvatore Capitano, an Italian Air Force officer who served at Luke Air Force Base as an F-35 instructor and evaluator pilot. The resolution and floor remarks emphasized his military service, leadership, support for allied cooperation, and his role in Arizona’s partner-country driver’s license reciprocity effort. Senators introduced several guests connected to the Italian military and consular community, and the resolution was unanimously adopted, followed by a moment of silence and transmission of the resolution to the Secretary of State.
Before recess, a senator introduced a student guest in the gallery. Senate Democrats also entered a statement into the journal protesting the earlier floor handling of HB 2072, the bill repealing Cesar Chavez Day, saying amendments were not fully heard and criticizing the lack of dialogue and transparency. The Senate then recessed for caucus and later adjourned.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider certain pending nominations. May 1st, 2025 at 09:15 am
Senate Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- My Democratic colleagues have been warning us about, quote-unquote, weaponization of the FBI and the
- Republicans know, because Democrats are reading us pages from the Biden playbook.
- American who feels good about the Democratic administration, and I'll show you someone who's not really
Keywords:
committee meeting, nominations, Brett Shumate, John Eisenberg, Mr. Martin, Department of Justice, political bias, law enforcement
Summary:
The committee meeting was focused on the nominations of Brett Shumate and John Eisenberg for significant positions within the Department of Justice. Notable discussions arose over recent public disclosures that questioned the integrity of the nomination process, particularly surrounding Mr. Martin, a candidate whose past comments and associations have raised concerns among committee members. Tensions flared as members addressed potential biases and the implications of Martin’s statements regarding law enforcement and political groups. The meeting concluded with several committee members advocating for more thorough scrutiny of nominations to ensure the integrity of the process.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Press Conference: Protect Voter Registration Apr 24th, 2025 at 09:04 am
Transcript Highlights:
- County, and I also serve as vice chair of the House Democratic Caucus.
- These bills protect no one and nothing in our democratic process.
- HB 5337 is a step in the wrong direction and a betrayal of those democratic values, and we will fight
Summary:
The committee meeting involved various discussions pertaining to legislative initiatives and public policy concerns. Members engaged in debates around significant topics, highlighting their diverse perspectives. The atmosphere was lively with members presenting arguments for and against certain measures. Testimonies from the public were also a key feature, shedding light on community sentiments related to proposed bills.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 31 (2-20-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> former Democrat attorney general former Democrat attorney general who<00:43:34.160><c> was</c><00
- President, almost 70% Democrat. This is a nonpartisan issue.
- Democrat. Democrat.
- President, almost 70% Democrat. Democrat. Democrat.
- Republican, 72% Democrat. Recent polls Republican, 72% Democrat.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
HHS, HHS DEFER, HHS-WTL Public Hearings 03-17-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Next, we have the Stonewall Caucus of the Democratic Party of Hawaii.
- Sarah Simmons, Democratic Party of Hawaii, in support. Hawaii State LGBTQ+ Commission.
- </c> we have Stonewall Caucus of Democratic we have Stonewall Caucus of Democratic Party<00:08:51.839
- Sarah Simmons, Democratic you very much.
- Bronson Silva, Democratic in support.
Summary:
The committee opened its Health and Human Services calendar, noted quorum, and first took up HB 194. The chair explained amendments to add an exemption for a person invited by a patient to attend a birth outside an accredited birth facility when no compensation is involved, remove a date reference in section 9, and accept Department of Health amendments. Members raised no objections, and the committee voted to pass HB 194 with amendments.
The committee then heard HB 139 on insurance, with the Attorney General flagging possible unlawful delegation issues and suggesting clarifying language, while the Insurance Division stood on written testimony. A number of health organizations and advocates, including HMSA, Hawaii Association of Health Plans, oncology and fertility groups, testified in support. HB 613 on homeless youth drew broad support from state agencies, counties, youth advocates, and community groups; testimony emphasized the need for permanent safe spaces and more attention to unaccompanied minors, with one witness asking for clarity on funding and shelter capacity.
HB 71 on a tax credit for family caregivers drew support from AARP, Alzheimer’s and children’s advocates, and several individuals, while the Tax Foundation raised concerns about blank provisions and the cost-effectiveness of administering a small credit. The Department of Taxation said a prior version with a $5,000 nonrefundable credit would have cost the general fund about $397.4 million. HB 716 on health care technology support received strong support from SHPDA, OHIN, and many provider groups, who described it as a one-time investment of roughly $20–25 million to connect rural and neighbor island providers to electronic health records; members questioned how the grant program would be allocated. HB 799 on physician hospital privileges also drew mixed testimony: supporters said it would align Hawaii with updated CMS rules and improve access, especially on Maui, while Maui Health and some members worried it could reduce on-call coverage and hospital safety, leading to discussion of a possible report and sunset date.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- both Democrats and Republicans both understand<00:55:06.880><c> that</c><00:55:07.000><c> we</c><00:
- It was only a couple years ago that I stood on this House floor with Democrats in complete control of
- Democrats increased registration fees to an exorbitant rate, one that is totally and utterly an unfair
- Democrats increased registration fees to an exorbitant rate, one that is totally and utterly an unfair
- We just heard the discussion across the aisle defending what Democrats did during the trifecta.
VA
Transcript Highlights:
- So I was hoping I’d hear about the Democrat spending plan that we’re about to vote on today in a few
- Now, when we do, I call it a Democrat spending plan because a budget, when you put together a budget,
- In the Democratic spending plan, we didn’t have enough revenues to spend, so we adjust our revenues just
- No, there was no room for tax relief in the Democrat spending plan, just room to grow government by 10.5%
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- The Democrats, many of them, are still in caucus.
- Then we'll have 100% of the Republicans and just a small percentage of the Democrats. All right.
- going on in our state, in our country, that are trying to influence and impact and undermine our democratic
- institutions. ...to influence and impact and undermine our democratic institutions, and we must do more
Summary:
The Senate Judiciary Committee met to hear several bills, with the main discussion focused on SB 1159 by Senator Cabaldon and SB 932 by Senator Dato. SB 1159 would allow public agencies to treat AI-generated or bot-generated participation differently from human public comment and public records activity, in response to concerns that automated systems can flood local governments with fake comments and requests. Supporters, including Sierra Club California, the League of California Cities, county and city associations, and local officials, said the bill would protect genuine public participation and reduce burdens on clerks and agencies. Committee members raised questions about how agencies would detect AI-generated submissions, what enforcement would look like, and whether the bill could create First Amendment or liability issues if real human comments were mistakenly excluded. The author said the bill was intended to clarify that agencies are not required to treat bots as people and that detection standards and safeguards would need further work.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- The Democrats, many of them, are still in caucus.
- Then we'll have 100% of the Republicans and just a small percentage of the Democrats. All right.
- going on in our state, in our country, that are trying to influence and impact and undermine our democratic
- institutions. ...to influence and impact and undermine our democratic institutions, and we must do more
FL
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- nominee last year, but before that, I mean, you can go back to Bobby Kennedy, who was running for the Democratic
- But before that, I mean, you can go back to Bobby Kennedy, who was running for the Democratic nomination
- But before that, I mean, you can go back to Bobby Kennedy, who was running for the Democratic nomination
- But before that, I mean, you can go back to Bobby Kennedy, who was running for the Democratic nomination
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- In 1985, and none of us were here, but there were 25 Democrats and 6 Republicans in the Texas Senate.
- Over in the House, there were 95 Democrats and 55 Republicans and a Democrat governor, Mark White.
- same goes for the advocacy efforts from associations and nonprofits who exist to support the same democratic
Keywords:
sex designation, restroom access, civil penalties, private civil right of action, women's privacy, law enforcement, department file, employee records, misconduct, confidentiality, Texas occupations code, election laws, attorney general, prosecution, criminal offenses, criminal prosecution, jurisdiction, hemp, consumable hemp, hemp-derived cannabinoids
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 9th, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Phil made his home in California, where he became a fierce champion for workers' rights and the Democratic
- Through his firm, Phil Jarrizzell Campaigns Inc., Phil helped shape Democratic campaigns throughout California
- was his life, and to those who knew him, Phil's greatest contribution was his commitment to the Democratic
- values, progress, and working-class people. commitment to the Democratic values, progress, and working-class
Summary:
The Assembly met after a quorum call and opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several guest introductions recognizing the League of Women Voters of San Francisco Youth Council, the Jane Center of Northern California, a departing UC Sacramento intern, and members of the Sam Yup Benevolent Association/Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association. The chamber then moved to the Daily File, where most items were passed and retained on file, and AB 1044 was moved to the inactive file at the author’s request.
The main floor action was on ACR 91, authored by Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry, which recognized June 2025 as Portuguese Heritage Month, June 10 as the Day of Portugal, and April 18 as the Day of the Azores. Supportive remarks highlighted the long history and contributions of Portuguese Americans in California, especially in agriculture, business, public service, and culture, and Assembly Member Macedo spoke as a co-author and second-generation Portuguese American. The resolution received 64 co-authors and was adopted by voice vote. Macedo also shared Portuguese sweet bread with members, and Aguiar-Curry introduced Portuguese dignitaries and community leaders in the chamber.
The remainder of the session was devoted to adjournments in memory. Members honored Phil Jerizzo, Dr. Marvin Lavelle Boomer Jr., and Elizabeth Starr, describing their public service, mentorship, community leadership, and family legacies. The Assembly then announced upcoming session dates and adjourned until Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 9 a.m.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- I invite all legislators, both Democrats and Republicans, to come and hear from your constituents, your
- Uh, and I invite all legislators,<00:19:30.080><c> both</c><00:19:30.320><c> Democrats,</c> legislators
- , both Democrats, legislators, both Democrats, Republicans,<00:19:31.600><c> to</c><00:19:31.840><c>
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, June 29, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The majority dismissed those concerns and jammed this measure through, accusing Democrats of scaremongering
- They could really help our baseball team on the Democratic side.
- And so with the idea of amnesia, what is the Democrat plan?
- Now, the Democrats had the opportunity in 21 and Democrats had the opportunity in 21 and 22 to pass all
- I want to thank Ranking Member Pallone and Chairman Guthrie for bringing Democrats and Republicans on
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Forty Seven - Tuesday, April 7
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- This is the earliest that both parties, both the Democrats and the Republicans, will allow us to hold
- It means that if you want to take a Democrat ballot in August, you can take a Democrat ballot in August
- Don't know who is a Republican or Democrat when you're going up for a presidential primary.
- None of your Democrats voted for this for a number of reasons.
- It's been done in both Democrat and Republican states. It's a good bill for our citizens.