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MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
Environment Prot, Cons and Water Res - Room 409, 5 March, 2026; 9:30 A.M.
Environment Prot, Cons and Water Res
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
Environment Prot, Cons and Water Res - Room 210, 2 February, 2026; 3:30 P.M.
Environment Prot, Cons and Water Res
Transcript Highlights:
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future law and and frankly for with future law and and frankly for with - And I've talked to the oil and gas expert at MDA.
- Um and I've talked to the oil and state.
- investigating and and whether to permit investigating and and whether to permit one. one. one.
Summary:
The committee first organized by electing Senator McClendon as secretary and adopting the chairman’s rules, with reconsideration motions allowed to be disposed of the same day they are entered. A quorum was confirmed present. The committee then took up Senate Bill 2418, which would prohibit geoengineering in the state by defining it as the intentional injection, release, or dispersion of chemicals or other substances into the atmosphere to affect temperature or sunlight. The bill sponsor said it was intended to safeguard public health and noted he had received constituent concerns and photographs of alleged chemtrails. Senators raised questions and proposed amendments, including one to exempt research by IHL centers and another to clarify that ordinary agricultural pesticide, herbicide, and fungicide use would not be affected. The committee adopted the research amendment and rejected the agriculture amendment, then reported the bill out as amended.
The committee next considered several Department of Environmental Quality bills. Senate Bill 2414 made cleanup changes to an advisory council by replacing a reference to the Mississippi Manufacturers Association with the Mississippi Business Alliance and adjusting the number of industry representatives; it was passed and reported. Senate Bill 2415 revised DEQ public hearing procedures to allow hearings in Hinds County, in the county or municipality where a permit is sought, or online, and removed a $10 water well permit fee; the committee adopted the committee substitute and reported the bill. Senate Bill 2760 removed a specific office reference in DEQ law to give the agency more flexibility in assigning staff and programs, and it was reported without opposition.
Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 2761, described by DEQ as a modernization of the state’s lead-based paint program to align it with current and future federal law, similar to changes made last year for the asbestos program. That bill was reported out. The last measure, Senate Bill 2252, would authorize DEQ to consider permitting a commercial hazardous waste injection facility; the sponsor said the bill would only allow DEQ to evaluate and potentially permit such a facility, not require one, and that the agency remained neutral. After adopting a committee substitute, the committee voted to report the bill, and the meeting ended with a motion to rise and report.
MS
Mississippi 2025 Regular Session
Women, Children and Families Study Committee - Room 216, December 9, 2025; 1:00 PM
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Legislative Ethics Commission (9-9-25) Part 2 - Reupload
Transcript Highlights:
- And nobody appointed me the king of this group, and nor do I want to be.
- And in the interim, we have lost a member, Jeff Greer, and I'd just like to acknowledge that and acknowledge
- And and I do appreciate you doing >> Yeah.
- And and I do appreciate you doing that.<00:10:46.720>
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Summary:
The meeting began with a procedural motion to have the record reflect that the Government Contracts Review Committee had met earlier that morning, that the chairman had attended in person, and that the committee approved a retroactive contract for enforcement counsel in the case under consideration. The motion was seconded, clarified to include any future ratification or approval if needed, and then approved unanimously. The commission then took up a motion to deny a motion to dismiss in matters 24 LEC3 and 24 LEC6; after clarifying that it was denying the motion made on August 18 and not considering a new filing, the motion passed unanimously.
Staff then reported that the commission office was busy with required forms and that the budget remained in good standing and within parameters. The commission approved the financial report by motion. It was also noted that informal advisory opinions issued since the last meeting were included in the materials for review, with any questions to be handled in closed session if needed.
The chairman updated members on the search for a new executive director, saying Denita would serve as acting executive director in the interim. He reported that several strong applications had been received, that a committee was reviewing and ranking candidates, and that the formal application period had closed on August 15. Members were told they could forward recommendations to the personnel committee, but that the full commission would make the final hiring decision. In new business, a member offered a remembrance of Representative Jeff Greer, and the commission observed a moment of silence in his honor before adjourning.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Rodney Scott, of Oklahoma, to be Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security. Apr 30th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Finance Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- And I will work to ensure that CBP strategies are driven by intelligence and data, and that the policies
- And Mr.
- And he and I have done a lot of work on the labs and the research work. that they do, Oak Ridge in my
- a long-standing back-and-forth between CBP and GSA and our facilities.
- And in some cases that is for the trade and travel and the security of that.
Keywords:
Customs and Border Protection, Rodney Scott, border security, asylum, transparency, Hernandez Rojas, migrant treatment, public testimony
Summary:
The meeting centered on the nomination of Rodney Scott to serve as the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Throughout the session, various senators expressed concerns regarding CBP's recent practices, including issues related to border security and the treatment of migrants. Questions were raised about Scott's involvement in previous incidents, particularly surrounding the controversial death of Mr. Hernandez Rojas while in custody, which sparked a heated discussion about accountability and transparency in current border policies. Senators emphasized the importance of balancing efficient border security with humane treatment of individuals seeking asylum.
MS
Mississippi 2025 Regular Session
Environment Prot, Cons and Water Res - Room 216, 17 March, 2025; 4:00 PM
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- and and and and and and and and and and and and and and and and and and and and and and and competitively
- Moving on to page 34 for the Parks and Wildlife Department.
- that which is automatically appropriated to the parks and wildlife department Item number two is the
- For the vehicles, I'm sorry, for critical capital repair and improvement needs, parks and wildlife headquarters
- Moving on to page 41 item number 10 for state park FTEs An increase of a hundred and six FT ease was
Bills:
SB 1
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- witnesses and partners from the agency.
- and deletion of associated Rider 51 is adopted.
- Labor market information, $687,000 in general revenue and three FTEs. adopted.
- Adopted item 15 1.5 million for network not modernization GR and GRD adopted.
- And that includes $4.2 million in all funds. Turning to page 20.
Bills:
SB 1
MS
Mississippi 2025 Regular Session
Environment Prot, Cons and Water Res - Room 210; 30 January, 2025: 11:00 AM
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I don't know what happened, but it was only $106,000 spent, and the money is there and was there and
- Protecting Texans from fraud, waste, and abuse, and finally...
- and timely.
- And we've got two years after we run out of money for this program to run and exist, and I assume that
- And I just think all of us are very concerned about, we talk about TikTok and who owns it and what's
Bills:
SB 1
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- So the five hundred thousand five hundred thirty thousand that were apprehended by DPS and TMD and Parks
- I believe it's $50 and And and that's and that's Predominantly is but but it's really in any language
- They have a contract with the state on some of our historical parks, and I basically was explaining to
- And then the narrow roads with cars being parked on both sides of them.
- And then the narrow roads with cars being parked on both sides of them.
Bills:
SB 1
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Sit in these hearings and learn and listen to the people that come and testify and tell you what their
- And I'm saying it now, and I'll say it again.
- And I'm saying it now and I'll say it again.
- . and 1, 2, and 3.
- And, you know, as your partner and...
Bills:
SB 1
AL
Alabama 2026 1st Special Session
Alabama Senate Transportation and Energy Committee Apr 2nd, 2026
Transportation and Energy
Transcript Highlights:
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So, <00:07 - And so that money went straight back to DOT for roads and bridges and ATRIP and everything else that
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and roads and bridges and A trip and roads and bridges and A trip and everything were <00:17:15.400>able issues and and connections, we were able issues and and connections
Bills:
HB542
Keywords:
HB542, district attorney, prosecutor, supernumerary district attorney, Employees' Retirement System, ERS, Alabama retirement, public employee retirement, pension, retirement benefits, post-retirement employment, salary cap, dual participation, double dipping, District Attorneys' Plan, assistant district attorney, deputy district attorney, state pension, survivor benefits, Office of Prosecution Services
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Legislative Session Day 24 (2-10-26)
Kentucky House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- and retaining more professional engineers and land surveyors.
- She goes to the University of Kentucky and is studying law and justice and psychology.
- and Revenue, House Bills 545, 546, 547, and House Joint Resolution 52; to Banking and Insurance, House
- Bills 550 and 553; to Economic Development and Workforce Investment, House Bills 576, 577, and 593;
- and Energy, House Bill 552; to Primary and Secondary Education, House Bill 562; to Small Business and
Keywords:
Convene 00:00
Senate Message 04:29
Report of Committees 05:19
Orders of the Day/HB 470 06:54
HB 49 13:46
Motions, Petitions, and Communications 16:47
Introduction of New Bills and Resolutions 28:04
Recess for ConC/Rules Meeting 29:37
ConC/Rules Report 33:49
Floor Amendments 35:16
Adjournment 37:07, 958, all
Summary:
The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, established a quorum, approved the prior journal, and received favorable committee reports on several bills, including measures on background checks, proactive post-secondary admission, public post-secondary employment, tuition waivers, vehicle wheels, choking prevention in schools, state parks, veterans’ benefits, and a resolution on a VA accreditation pathway for private veterans’ benefits assistance companies.
The chamber then considered and passed House Bill 470, relating to peer support specialists and declared an emergency. Members adopted a committee substitute and a floor amendment that extended the registration deadline for alcohol and drug peer support specialists to January 1, 2028, clarified employer and work group provisions, removed the temporary peer designation, and created a work group to modernize oversight of peer support specialists. The bill passed 97-0. House Bill 49, creating a scholarship program for professional engineering and land surveying students funded by board fees and fines in exchange for post-graduation service in Kentucky, also passed 97-0.
During announcements, members recognized visiting groups, upcoming committee meetings, and events, including a Kentucky Justice Association reception, a magistrates and commissioners breakfast, Jewish Advocacy Day, and a Lewis Ridge pump storage project meeting. The House also adopted a citation honoring the Hopkins County Central High School High Voltage Dance Team for winning two national titles. New bills and resolutions were introduced, the Committee on Committees and Rules referred bills to committees and posted several measures for the next day’s calendar, and the House adjourned until 2 p.m. Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Banking and Insurance (12-17-25)
Transcript Highlights:
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have <00:32:32.760 - tracking, and control of citizens and tracking, and control of citizens and transactions.<01:02:
- we adjusted and and um, agreed with we adjusted and and um, agreed with them.<01:14:29.560>
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Keywords:
Meeting Start 00:00:00
Call to Order and Roll Call 00:00:38
Consideration of Referred Administrative Regulations 00:01:34
Proposed Legislation for the 2026 Session 00:10:14
Basic and Added Reparation (PIP) Benefits 00:10:41
Prior Authorization 00:46:15
Measures to Strengthen Kentucky’s Economic Infrastructure 00:59:46, 958, all
Summary:
The committee met in a special-called session of the Interim Joint Committee on Banking and Insurance and first took up three Department of Insurance regulations tied to House Bill 256, the Strengthen Kentucky Homes program: 806 KAR 22:00, 22:10, and 22:20. Commissioner Sharon Clark said the program would provide $5 million in grants to help homeowners strengthen roofs, with regulations covering eligibility and operations, contractors and evaluators, and reinspections in cases of suspected fraud. A committee substitute to 806 KAR 22:10 was explained as a technical correction to conform to the statutory preference for in-state contractors and evaluators. Representative Hampton moved and Representative Rudy seconded approval of the substitute, and it was adopted by voice vote; the amended regulations were then reviewed. Clark also said the grant money would be distributed statewide rather than targeted to storm-prone areas.
The committee then heard an update from Commissioner Clark on mental health parity in response to questions from Representative Pollock. Clark said the department reviews insurer filings and conducts market conduct examinations, but does not have authority over provider reimbursement rates or to require providers to join insurer networks. She said complaints are investigated and, when needed, teams review claims and data on site to check compliance with parity requirements. No action was taken on that discussion.
After approving the November 4 meeting minutes, the committee heard testimony on a proposed PIP reform package from Representative Josh Bray, the Kentucky Hospital Association, the Kentucky Justice Association, and State Farm. Supporters said the bill would apply the workers’ compensation fee schedule to most PIP medical claims, keep the $10,000 PIP limit in place while stretching benefits further, reduce balance billing, modernize benefit amounts, and address fraud and delayed billing. They noted hospitals would be exempt from the fee schedule, while hospital-based physical therapy would be included, and said the compromise reflected negotiations among stakeholders. Some members questioned whether exempting hospitals undercut the bill’s purpose and asked about possible rate effects; proponents said they had not done a rate analysis and that the bill could lead to more treatments within the existing PIP limit. No vote was taken on the PIP proposal during this meeting.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Economic Development and Workforce Investment (8-29-24)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bplT5dunFwE, 2026-06-21T07:17:08+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Start 00:00:00
Call to Order and Roll Call 00:00:35
State Workforce and Talent Team Update 00:01:54
Overview of Kentucky's Department of Workplace Standards 01:24:28, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Tourism, Small Business, and Information Technology (6-20-24)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXCYTuJXp_0, 2026-06-21T07:17:07+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Start 00:00
Call to Order and Roll Call 00:08
Kentucky’s Recreational Use Statute & Rock Climbing: Proposed Changes 01:32
The Kentucky Historical Society: Upcoming Programs and Events 29:50, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Economic Development and Workforce Investment (10-26-23)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vv3psjaet4I, 2026-06-21T07:17:05+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Cabinet for Economic Development Update 00:02:35
Bourbon Brings Jobs: Workforce Training and Spirits Innovation 01:05:09
Creating Local Startups and Opening Innovation Hubs Across KY 01:26:20, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Legislative Oversight & investigations Committee. (6-11-26)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNQv-btk0j8, 2026-06-21T07:17:16+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Call to Order and Roll Call- 00:00:01
Approve Minutes from February 09, 2026- 00:01:33
Staff Report on Evaluating Kentucky’s Ability To Monitor Unused And Underutilized Properties- 00:02:05
Kentucky Finance and Administration Cabinet Response to Staff Report-00:20:03
Historical Review of HVAC Installation at Radcliff Veterans’ Centers-00:36:21
Organ Donor Marks on Drivers’ Licenses-00:47:32
Adjornment-01:13:43, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 58-2 May 14th, 2026 at 02:00 pm
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- , and act relating to property and critical infrastructure.
- the period of excess of a year, and it should not include a motorhome or a recreational vehicle.
- And then we get into a little bit more of the details and under C and D in the last section It should
- Speaker, and I'll respect that and understand that.
- And I'm here, and she's home with a newborn.
Keywords:
legislative procedure, session calendar, deadline schedule, bill deadlines, joint resolution, Oklahoma Legislature, 61st Legislature, regular session, adjourn sine die, floor deadline, third reading, committee deadlines, bill drafting, appropriations, budget bills, ethics commission, agency rules, administrative procedures act, local and special laws, pension legislation