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AR
Transcript Highlights:
- So kind of to continue that, a lot of these wait lists, they are very time sensitive.
- But I certainly have an in-depth sort of day-to-day understanding of how those...
- So speech pathologists, of course, do a number of things, many of which are sort of in line with audiology
- and sort of sound production, communication, oral motor skills, that sort of stuff.
- But there's a fair amount of nuance, I guess, as my point, to what kind of variety of folks and training
Committee:
All TASK FORCE ON AUTISM
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- of current statute.
- of DNA repeats in the location of their DNA.
- And finally, as I've read the RS of this legislation, one of the primary purposes of this proposed collection
- And I'm a professor of criminal justice at Boise State University. I am a professor. Sure.
- I'm a professor of criminal justice at Boise State University. I am a professor. State University.
Committee:
Senate Judiciary and Rules
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- city of Corpus Christi city manager and support, and 1 from the city manager's office of, of Amarillo
- So I kind of know both sides of this deal.
- One box of Gulf oysters weighs about 44 pounds, so when you think of all of that weight and that shell
- Good morning again, Brad Lomax, owner of Texas, I, I mean, owner of Texas, owner of the Water Street
- Prior to 2022, institutions of higher ed and university systems were temporarily authorized to participate
Bills:
HB104
Committee:
Senate Finance
Keywords:
property tax, ad valorem tax, tax rate election, voter-approval tax rate, no-new-revenue tax rate, de minimis rate, local government, special district, tax increase, tax notice, public hearing, tax code, Health and Safety Code, Texas property taxes, taxing unit, election threshold, two-thirds vote, majority vote, budget approval
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Jan 28th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- of DNA repeats in the location of their DNA.
- And finally, as I’ve read the RS of this legislation, One of the primary purposes of this proposed collection
- I’m a professor of criminal justice at Boise State University.
- I'm a professor of criminal justice at Boise State University. I am a professor. Dr.
- Lisa Groat for staff, professor of criminal justice at Boise State University. I am a professor.
Summary:
The Senate Judiciary and Rules Committee first considered gubernatorial appointments to the Pardons and Parole Commission. It recommended confirmation of Alan Kavanaugh by voice vote, and later heard testimony from Amy Anderson, a retired Idaho Department of Corrections employee, on her nomination to the same commission; no vote was taken on her appointment during this meeting.
The committee then printed RS 33024, a technical fix sponsored by Senator Nichols to clarify that Idaho’s residency restrictions for registered sex offenders also apply near locally approved or zoned daycares that are not state-licensed. It also printed RS 33058, a large probate/guardianship-related rewrite sponsored by Senator Ruchti that reorganizes the code, adds constitutional protections, and streamlines guardianship and conservatorship processes. Senators expressed support for the work on that measure.
The committee spent most of the meeting on Senate Bill 1226, sponsored by Senator Wintrow, which would expand DNA collection requirements to include misdemeanor sexual battery and domestic violence, while also reorganizing the DNA database statute and clarifying that the misdemeanor changes are prospective only. Testimony in support came from Idaho State Police forensic director Matthew Gammon, Boise State professor Dr. Lisa Boe Staff, Women’s and Children’s Alliance CEO B. Black, and Representative Hill, who described the bill as a way to improve accountability, solve cold cases, and catch repeat offenders earlier. After questions about retroactivity and existing DNA collection efforts, the committee voted to send SB 1226 to the floor with a due pass recommendation.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Appropriations Committee May 14th, 2025
Appropriations
Transcript Highlights:
- Ryan Spencer on behalf of the American College of OBGYNs, District 9, co-sponsors of the measure, in
- the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors in support.
- The high cost of housing in California is one of the primary drivers of California's high supplemental
- Kasha Hunt with Naussman here on behalf of the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors.
- Three of the key priority areas that have emerged is growing downtown university presence. creating densely
Committee:
House Appropriations
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 27, 2026 - 09:30 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- And so on behalf of my sponsor of this bill and children of the state of Florida, I ask for your favorable
- I'm here on behalf of the City of Naples.
- We have one of the third largest populations of the Jewish community here in the state of Florida.
- said the Gulf of Mexico is now the Gulf of America.
- sides of this issue.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
01/21/2026 - Senate Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency
Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency
Transcript Highlights:
- for all of us.
- So God bless all of y’all.
- And the majority of them were Caucasian. There weren’t a lot of ethnic minorities.
- of us.
- I want to know where the opposite of merit has led in the field of medicine.
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development May 12th, 2026
Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
- It's part of our culture, it's part of our economy and identity of Louisiana.
- I've kind of got, you know, on both sides of the landowner, on both sides of the fence.
- I've kind of got, you know, on both sides of the landowner, on both sides of the fence.
- “If I can do a personal privilege, I have with this young man—he is from the University of Arkansas,
- He's putting the president of Grambling State University in place of the president of the LSU system.
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Development met on May 12, 2026, approved the April 28 minutes, and heard extensive testimony on House Concurrent Resolution 77, which urges federal action to address labor shortages affecting Louisiana’s crawfish industry and other seasonal employers. Representative Butler, Commissioner Strain, industry representatives, landscapers, nursery operators, and Farm Bureau supporters argued that H-2A/H-2B visa limits and processing delays are hurting crawfish processors, landscapers, nurseries, and related businesses, causing lost production, higher costs, and broader economic harm. Members emphasized that the workers discussed are legal guest workers, not illegal immigration, and several senators voiced support. HCR 77 was reported favorably, with a motion to co-author also noted.
The committee then considered House Bill 81 on property rights and accountability for violations. Representative Boyer presented the bill, but Senator Long asked that it be voluntarily deferred so he could work on possible amendments and improve the measure before it advances. The author agreed, and the bill was deferred.
The committee also heard and acted on several bills related to agricultural policy and food systems. House Bill 512, concerning cell-cultured meat, was presented as a measure to protect livestock producers and allow continued research while prohibiting the product; after questions about research and labeling, it was reported favorably. House Bill 717, a labeling companion measure for cell-cultured meat, was also reported favorably. House Bill 1194, which would direct the LSU AgCenter to study food deserts and develop a plan, drew concern from the AgCenter over capacity and funding; members agreed to report it without action so it could be recommitted to finance and worked on further. Finally, House Bill 663, revising the membership of the Delta Economic Research and Sustainability District board, was presented on behalf of the absent author and reported favorably. The committee then adjourned.
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- They beat a bunch of teams. Everybody. They beat a bunch of teams.
- This resolution is for the many achievements of Coach Dave Wilbers and the Arkansas Tech University Golden
- maybe the next governor of Girl State, or maybe the next President of the United States of America,
- front of you.
- of you.
Committee:
All HOUSE MANAGEMENT
Summary:
House Management took up a series of House resolutions, mostly honoring Arkansas schools, teams, and individuals. Resolutions passed recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month and commending CASA programs, the Mountain Home Bombers’ 2025 boys and girls 5A cross-country championships, a corrected resolution for a girls’ championship team roster, Mount St. Mary Academy’s 6A girls golf title, Central Arkansas Christian High School Choir, a local candy shop for state and national awards, Joe T. Robinson’s 5A football championship and 1–4A swim and dive title, Arkansas Tech University Golden Suns coach Dave Wilbers and the Golden Suns cross-country team, and North Rock’s girls basketball championship. One resolution honoring the Passion Play was pulled from the agenda and moved to regular session.
The main substantive discussion centered on House Resolution 1052, which urged support for Arkansas Girls’ State applicants who missed a school deadline because of counselor or administrative error. Sponsors and supporters said roughly 150 girls statewide were affected, that the deadline fell during spring break, and that the American Legion Auxiliary had previously extended deadlines but declined to do so this year. They argued the girls had met the requirements, that the issue was caused by adults, and that the program is a once-in-a-lifetime civic opportunity. They also said they had contacted the board, offered help with space, funding, and volunteers, and received no willingness to change course.
Committee members asked about the impact on students, including families with both a son and daughter where only the boy was being allowed to participate, and about whether the message to girls was fair. Supporters said the situation teaches civic engagement, grace, and advocacy, but that it also sends a harmful message if girls are denied because of adult mistakes while boys are still being accepted. After discussion, the committee voted to pass the resolution, and the meeting adjourned.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
01/21/2026 - Senate Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency
Transcript Highlights:
- years or reduce the period of validity based on the presence or absence of risk or other factors.
- for all of us.
- So God bless all of y'all.
- And the majority of them were Caucasian. There weren't a lot of ethnic minorities.
- I want to know where the opposite of merit has led in the field of medicine.
Summary:
The committee first heard Senate Bill 1023, which would require optometrists to conduct eye exams according to community standard of care at a recommended one-year interval, while allowing prescriptions to be extended up to two years or shortened based on risk factors. The sponsor described it as a compromise to reduce confusion and align prescription validity with medical judgment. The Arizona Optometric Association supported the bill, saying it codifies best practice and gives clearer standards for patients and practitioners. The committee voted 7-0 to give SB 1023 a do pass recommendation.
The committee then heard Senate Bill 1013, a merit-based public hiring bill that would prohibit state and local public employers from using hiring or personnel policies based on race, ethnicity, sex, or national origin, while preserving compliance with anti-discrimination laws. An amendment was offered and adopted to clarify that the bill would not limit voluntary veterans’ preference employment policies. The sponsor and supporters argued the bill ensures public jobs are awarded based on qualifications, experience, and merit, and several witnesses testified in favor, including representatives from Do No Harm.
Opponents argued the bill could undermine diversity efforts and existing equity-focused hiring practices, and several members raised concerns about the veterans’ preference language and the definition of merit. After debate, the committee adopted the amendment and then voted 4-3 to give SB 1013, as amended, a do pass recommendation.
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- They beat a bunch of teams. Everybody. They beat a bunch of teams.
- What happened was the coach left off a name of one of the girls, and this corrects it.
- This resolution is for the many achievements of Coach Dave Wilbers and the Arkansas Tech University Golden
- Made by educators who are working tirelessly during one of the busiest times of the year.
- front of you.
Committee:
All HOUSE MANAGEMENT
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
February 12, 2026 - 09:15 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- There was a study at the University of Florida...
- Henningfield, PhD, with Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
- For many of my friends and even members of my team, they see the soothing benefits of it.
- Of ten dollars or 3% of the transaction.
- , House Representative Bobby DuBose, along with the University of Florida Black Student Union.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
03/31/2026 - House Democratic Caucus Calendar #14
Transcript Highlights:
- of a minor to be sentenced to a minimum of 10 calendar years, a presumptive sentence of six calendar
- of a minor to be sentenced to a minimum of 10 calendar years, a presumptive sentence of 6 calendar years
- , and a maximum of 25.
- We should make a video out of that. She should make a video out of that. You get it.
- of the amendments.
Summary:
The caucus reviewed a long list of bills, with members instructed to move quickly, note short titles, and pull only selected measures from consent. Many bills were reported as passing committee on party-line votes or with split votes, while others were unanimous. Several members repeatedly requested bills be pulled from consent, especially on contentious topics such as artificial intelligence content verification, gender transition procedures provider liability, vaccine reimbursement rates, light rail expansion feasibility, public employee merit hiring, health board evaluations, rural health funding, patient steering, DCS policies, school safety, virtual currency payments, undocumented immigrants’ financial services, central bank digital currency, and various criminal justice and education measures.
A number of bills drew brief substantive comments or objections. One member criticized SB 1015 on Trans Visibility Day. Another raised concerns about fingerprinting requirements for behavioral health facilities, arguing similar safeguards should apply to universal voucher programs. Judiciary-related bills also prompted strong reactions, including measures on narcotics sentencing for minors, probation and immigration notification, crimes against children monitoring, and a death penalty bill involving firing squad, which drew an explicit objection for the record. Several bills were flagged because of split votes, Democratic no votes, or concerns about funding, constitutional issues, or policy consistency.
The caucus also discussed a blue-sheet amendment to HB 2874 on campaign committee termination statements and penalties. Members asked about the retroactive date, the size of outstanding fines, the Secretary of State’s position, and who offered the Senate amendment. Supporters described it as a cleanup bill that would help committees close out old accounts, while others questioned the retroactive scope and financial impact. The chair ultimately announced that Mr. Winninger was refusing the Senate amendment, so final passage would not occur that day and the measure would instead go to conference committee or remain unresolved.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 091 Apr 15th, 2026
Colorado Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I rise out of order on a point of personal privilege. I have it. Moments of personal privilege.
- We proceed out of order. Majority of Rodriguez. Thank you, Mr. President.
- The state of Colorado should mandate universal participation in federal agency data systems by every
- The state of Colorado should mandate universal participation in federal agency data systems by every
- The state of Colorado should mandate universal participation in federal agency data systems by every
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection (3-31-26)
Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection
Transcript Highlights:
- Welcome to the ninth meeting of the 2026 session of the House Standing Committee on Veterans, Military
- My part of the committee substitute starts on page 18 of 23.
- 02:58.600><c> in</c> an explanation of all of the changes in an explanation of all of the changes in
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- And this is just a brief comment in terms of the any-person aspect of it.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Finance Division II (02/19/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- because most of the research that is done and the What Works Clearinghouse kind of catalogs all of those
- practices, all of those curriculums and that type of thing.
- all of those curriculums and that type of thing.
- of the Secretary of to me that's part of the Secretary of State's Mission<00:46:15.680><c> represent
- various</c> the number of positions of the various the number of positions of the various types<02:47
Summary:
The committee first took up HB 129, which would redefine “evidence-based” in public education. The Department of Education testified that the bill’s definition would conflict with federal definitions and be very restrictive, potentially affecting a wide range of instructional methods, curriculum materials, teacher training, civics requirements, suicide prevention training, and other programs. The department said the bill could force a broad overhaul of school practices, create local implementation burdens, and require at least one new state position, with a fiscal note estimating roughly $118,000 in FY 2026 rising in later years. Members also raised concerns about possible impacts on federal pass-through funding and whether the bill was workable. Representative Papovich moved to retain HB 129, and the motion passed 7-0.
The committee then heard HB 133, a Department of Safety/DMV bill involving follow-up when a person votes using an out-of-state license or non-driver ID and then does not obtain a New Hampshire credential within the statutory timeframe. DMV officials said the bill would require a $40,000 technology upgrade plus a new full-time position, and that the fiscal note did not include postage or fully account for the manual work needed to match records, send notices, and review responses. They said the proposal also raised broader tracking issues because it would apply not only to voters but to anyone who had not obtained a New Hampshire license within 60 days, and they questioned whether DMV was the proper agency to make those inquiries.
Committee members pressed the department on how the 60-day clock would be determined, whether the bill could amount to a kind of poll tax or raise privacy concerns, and whether voter ID cards or other exceptions would avoid that problem. The department explained that New Hampshire offers a free voter identification card through town clerks for people without a license or state ID, but said the bill did not exempt those cards and that the DMV would still be asked to investigate status after voting. Officials also said the bill would be difficult to enforce, that some cases would be ambiguous, and that any response from the DMV would likely amount to a request for information rather than an enforceable consequence. No vote on HB 133 was taken in the portion provided.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- May the Senate confirm William Donovan to the Athens State University Board of Trustees using previous
- Briggs to the Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University Board of Trustees, receives a favorable
- On page 15, House Bill 151 by Representative Garrett regarding the University of Alabama.
- </c> Page 15 of the calendar, House Bill 151 by Representative Garrett regarding the University of Alabama
- On page 15 of the calendar, House Bill 151 by Representative Garrett regarding the University of Alabama
Summary:
The Alabama Senate convened with prayer, the pledge, and a quorum present, then quickly handled routine business including excusing absent senators, adopting the prior journal, and recognizing several guests in the gallery. The chamber also paused to honor Dr. Mark Sullivan, superintendent of Birmingham City Schools, with a Senate resolution commending him as the Alabama Education Association’s 2025-26 outstanding superintendent of the year. Senator Smitherman and Dr. Sullivan both spoke, with Sullivan highlighting Birmingham’s academic gains, reduced failing schools, and lower chronic absenteeism.
The Senate then processed a series of House messages and confirmations. It concurred in SB 288 on agriculture authorities and SB 317 on the Alabama Commission on the Evaluation of Services, but non-concurred and sent SB 174 on natural resources and SB 32 on solid waste collection fees to conference. The chamber confirmed numerous appointments, including Rex Jones, William Donahue, Jim Massey, Jason Windham, Alexander Atwater, Charles Dean, Steve McKinnon, Bonnie Temple, Shaniqua Johnson-Enam, Dwayne Jenkins, Troy Skipworth, Gloria Watts, Tracy Doughty, Kevin Ball, Joe D. Briggs, Josh Bryant, Dylan Turk, David R. Pruitt III, and Carol Smitherman, with most confirmations passing on near-unanimous rolls.
Committee reports advanced several House bills, including favorable reports on HB 224, 591, 614, 609, 444, 248, 611, 622, 92, and 556, with HB 248 amended. The Senate also adopted a resolution honoring the University of Alabama women’s wheelchair basketball team for winning the 2026 national championship, and another resolution recognizing the seriousness of the national debt and urging Congress to establish regular budget order. A resolution honoring retired Brigadier General Vandiver H. Carter as the 2026 Marion Military Institute Alumnus of the Year and a resolution commending John R. Cooper were also adopted.
In local legislation, the Senate passed HB 635 for Choctaw County, HB 639 for Escambia County, SB 10 for Tuscaloosa County, HB 315 for class one municipalities after adopting a committee substitute and a friendly amendment, and HB 404 for class one municipalities. Finally, the Committee on Rules reported and the Senate adopted a special order calendar for the next legislative day, listing a wide range of bills for priority consideration, including measures on solar power facilities, homestead exemptions, education, guardianships, tax increment districts, legal tender, college tuition, crime victims compensation, motor vehicles, entertainment industry issues, campus chaplains, tax abatements, alcoholic beverage producers, data privacy, constables, insurance, municipal audits, income tax, public high schools, taxation, state health planning, and University of Alabama matters.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Pro Forma Floor Session Feb 23rd, 2026
Washington Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Journal of the Senate, State of Washington, 69th Legislature, Day 40, Friday, February Journal of the
- I move that the reading of the journal be dispensed with and the journal of the previous day's business
- First order of business: Reports of standing committee. The Secretary will read.
- East Wenatchee, and Princesses Kaylee Pearson of East Wenatchee and Parker Avery of Wenatchee.
- Senator Pritchelli says he is rising on this side of the aisle as one of the people from east of the
Summary:
The Senate opened by suspending Rule 46 to allow continued committee action during the floor session, then approved the previous day’s journal. It received standing committee reports and, on motion, referred listed measures as designated, with Substitute House Bill 2152 on medical cannabis in specified health care facilities and Engrossed Substitute House Bill 2471 on collective bargaining redirected to the Committee on Ways and Means.
The chamber then took up Senate Resolution 8694, which celebrates civil, open-minded discussion and recognizes students from Marysville-Getchell High School’s Advanced Placement Government class and the Building Bridges program for their work on civic discourse, media literacy, and respectful dialogue. Senators spoke in support of the resolution, emphasizing civility, diversity of opinion, and youth leadership. The resolution was adopted by voice vote.
Next, the Senate considered Senate Resolution 8691 honoring the 2026 Apple Blossom Festival Royal Court from Wenatchee. The resolution highlighted the festival’s history, the accomplishments and community service of Queen Breel Precht and Princesses Kaylee Pearson and Parker Avery, and their roles as ambassadors for the festival. Senators praised their leadership and service, and the resolution was adopted by voice vote. The Senate then welcomed the royal court and guests to the North Gallery before adjourning until the next day.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- So a month of the military child, it is the month of April.
- This first photo is all of the students cheering on all of the teachers and staff of Mountain Home School
- And it really is an unbelievable show of just the symbolism of our American flag and our students.
- MC3 is not a waiver of rules. It is a uniform policy guide that all MC3 is not a waiver of rules.
- For a military family, every set of orders brings a wave of uncertainty, and one of the biggest anxieties
Committee:
Senate Education
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Local and County Government Apr 21st, 2026
Local and County Government
Transcript Highlights:
- She holds a law degree from Oklahoma City University School of Law.
- She has a master's in business administration from Oklahoma Christian University and a Bachelor of Arts
- the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.
- What are you kind of anticipating?
- He presents the nomination of Mr.
Committee:
Senate Local and County Government
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Local and County Government met and first considered the nomination of Mary Westman to the Oklahoma Department of Libraries Board. Senator Standridge presented Westman, highlighting her background in nursing, health care, law, and business. Westman said she would focus on working within the board’s statutory authority, supporting local communities, and using resources efficiently. After a brief question-and-answer period, the committee voted 6-0 to advance her nomination to the full Senate.
The committee then considered the nomination of Samuel Alaback to the same board, presented by Senator Reinhardt. Reinhardt emphasized Alaback’s leadership experience at Oklahoma State University and his work as a middle school literature teacher. Alaback said he wanted to help address the state’s literacy challenges and support libraries as community spaces, while learning from other board members. Following questions about his priorities and plans, the committee voted 6-0 to advance his nomination to the Senate. The meeting then adjourned.