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HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session 04-23-2026 12:00pm

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

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  • Today I rise in recognition of that and extend a sincere appreciation to members of the Hawaii Cattlemen's
  • Today I rise in recognition of that and extend a sincere appreciation to members of the Hawaii Cattlemen's
  • Department of Health, Albert Holm.
  • Department of Health, Albert Holm.
  • Department of Health, Albert Holm.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

WLA-AEN Public Hearing 02-11-2026

Water, Land, Culture and the Arts

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm with the Division of Forest Wildlife.
  • <00:04:58.320> not protection type of programs, but not protection type of programs, but not
  • , and they're doing a lot of protection there.
  • <00:07:12.160> protection and they're doing a lot of protection and they're doing a lot of
  • > division<01:15:14.880> of<01:15:15.040> the >> a new division of the >
Summary: The committees heard testimony on several measures related to wildlife, conservation, shoreline adaptation, and climate governance. On SB 2606, which would establish the Freshwater State Recreational Area Wildlife Sanctuary Corporation, the Department of Land and Natural Resources said it had concerns about employee eligibility and was not yet prepared to comment further on the bill’s ramifications. After testimony ended, a senator asked DLNR to follow up with more detail, and the department said it would relay the questions to leadership and respond later. No vote was taken on the measure during the excerpt. On SB 3253, which would create the Hawaii Conservation Sanctuary as a nonprofit entity to work with DLNR, the department said it supported the bill. In discussion, DLNR said Hawaii has not done anything like this before, described a similar model in New Zealand, and estimated that developing such a sanctuary could cost millions of dollars. Members also discussed whether the concept would fit with existing efforts such as Hakalau, and DLNR said the bill could apply to private or state lands depending on the site. No action was taken. The most extensive discussion was on SB 237, which would expand state and county authority to develop adaptation pathways for relocating infrastructure away from sea level rise and coastal flooding areas. DLNR supported the bill, saying it prioritizes public trust resources over economic development or private property. The Kahana Bay Steering Committee and the Shoreline Preservation Coalition opposed the measure, arguing it was too focused on managed retreat and should include a broader range of shoreline responses, such as erosion mitigation, groins, sand nourishment, and other interim protections. The Office of Planning and Sustainable Development said it appreciated the bill’s intent but wanted broader language that would allow more tools in the toolbox. Members debated whether retreat is inevitable, whether different shorelines require different approaches, and whether the bill should be more flexible. No vote was taken. The final measure discussed was SB 3252, which would amend the powers and duties of the Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission, create a coordinator position, and appropriate funds. The commission’s coordinator testified in support, while OPSD opposed the bill, saying it would remove the two cabinet-level co-chair positions, raise accountability concerns, and duplicate some of OPSD’s functions. In questioning, members debated whether the current commission structure has been effective, who would appoint or confirm the coordinator, and whether the bill would improve transparency and implementation. OPSD said it supported more statewide interdepartmental funding for climate planning and staffing, but had concerns about the proposed governance changes. No vote or final action was taken in the excerpt.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • of the people of this state because the state needs to be protected from an officer.
  • And penalties go to the compensation to the Victims of Crime Fund. SB 240 is about protection.
  • To pass this bill will be to actively protect and advocate for the women of Texas.
  • I think of my unborn child. child, who is now protected in my womb and who I will continue to protect
  • Now, supporters and opponents of this bill talk about protecting women.
TX
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  • of the people of this state because the state needs to be protected from an officer.
  • To pass this bill will be to actively protect and advocate for the women of Texas.
  • I think of my unborn child. child, who is now protected in my womb and who I will continue to protect
  • Now, supporters and Opponents of this bill talk about protecting women.
  • Texas Values has consistently stood up for the truth in biology and the protection of women.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) Apr 3rd, 2025

State Affairs

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  • fledgling and struggling division of child psychiatry.
  • Broadly, when we think of whistleblower protections.
  • So whistleblower protections in terms of things like corrupt practices, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
  • type of protection that we need.
  • First Amendment protected activity without fear of... ...repercussions.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II) Apr 3rd, 2025

State Affairs

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  • It gets it potentially into the hands of the consumers.
  • It gets it potentially into the hands of the consumers.
  • of the people of this state, because the state needs to be protected from an officeholder.
  • Those who oppose this bill may speak in good faith of their own intentions, but a lack of protection
  • I think of my unborn child, who is now protected in my womb, and who I will continue to protect as they
Summary: The committee first heard Senate Bill 1183, by Senator Creighton, which would require Lone Star Cards used for SNAP and TANF benefits to display the recipient’s name and photo, add fraud-reporting information, and require HHSC to track replacement-card requests. Creighton argued the bill would reduce fraud and protect taxpayer dollars, citing Texas SNAP theft and overpayment data. HHSC testified that photo IDs on the card are technically possible and explained how authorized secondary users are added. Dr. Amber O’Connor of Every Texan testified against the bill, saying SNAP fraud is a small share of expenditures, that the proposal would be costly and ineffective, and that federal rules limit mandatory photo requirements. Public testimony closed and SB 1183 was left pending. The committee then heard Senate Bill 1184, also by Senator Creighton, which would lower from 20 years to 10 years the minimum age of collectible wine that Texas collectors may sell to permitted restaurants. Supporters said the change would help Texas restaurants access desirable vintages, keep collectible wine in-state, and align with market demand; invited witnesses from the wine industry testified in favor. No opposition was heard, public testimony closed, and SB 1184 was left pending. Next, Senator Birdwell laid out Senate Bill 2051 and Senate Joint Resolution 68, both aimed at revising Texas impeachment procedures in response to issues identified during the 2023 impeachment process. The measures would clarify constitutional and statutory impeachment authority, require sworn testimony, extend review periods for House members, address conflicts of interest and presiding officers, require cost reporting, and modify rules for impeaching the governor or lieutenant governor. A committee substitute added protections for the accused, longer review periods, and a fallback presiding-officer option. Witnesses generally supported stronger accountability but raised questions about whether the language should also cover retired or visiting judges. Both measures were left pending after testimony. The committee also heard Senate Bill 1577, which would expand Texas Motor Speedway’s alcohol sales authority to include distilled spirits and remove certain event and concession limits; the Speedway’s representative supported the bill and it was left pending. Later, the committee heard Senate Concurrent Resolution 42 and Senate Bill 240, which would recognize only two sexes and restrict access to sex-designated private spaces in public facilities based on biological sex. Supporters argued the measures were needed to protect women’s privacy and safety, including in schools and shelters, while opponents warned about enforcement problems, privacy concerns, and impacts on transgender Texans and others who do not fit stereotypical sex traits. After extensive testimony, both measures were left pending. The committee then took up multiple pending bills and reported several favorably, including SB 511, SB 33, SB 510, SB 871, SB 2024, SB 2166, SJR 27, SJR 40, SB 1313, SB 1314, SB 1316, SB 1541, SB 2420, SB 1999, SB 2309, SB 1860, and SB 2429, with some also certified for the local and uncontested calendar.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Conference Committee on Health and Human Services Oversight May 5th, 2026

Conference Committee on Health and Human Services Oversight

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  • Senate Bill 893 protects our military institutions and installations from foreign ownership in surrounding
  • Senate Bill 893 protects our military institutions and installations from foreign ownership in surrounding
Bills: SB893
Summary: The Chair opened the CCR Committee for Health and Human Services and took up Senate Bill 893. Representative Colwell explained that the bill is intended to protect military institutions and installations from foreign ownership in surrounding areas and offered to answer questions. No questions or objections were raised. The Chair then asked members to sign the bill out of committee. With no further objections, the committee adjourned.
ND

North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Appropriations Apr 8th, 2025 at 08:30 am

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • There was another part of the bill that sort of matches out-of-state penalties with in-state penalties
  • from Bank of North Dakota line of credit.
  • They have four divisions of the National Guard. They have state radio. They have Homeland Security.
  • Statement of purpose of the amendment. Statement of Purpose of the Amendment.
  • With the Homeland Security Division, and then we're also repurposing one of our security forces positions
Bills: HB1603
Summary: The Appropriations Committee met with a quorum and announced it would begin meeting at 8 a.m. for the rest of the week to work through a growing bill list. The committee first approved House Bill 1603, a companion to the Historical Society budget dealing with NAGPRA, including a $500,000 matching grant to be divided among North Dakota’s five tribes and a committee to address repatriation of human remains and cultural items. The vote was unanimous, 15-0. The committee then considered House Bill 1225, which would increase penalties for reckless endangerment involving a firearm and create a mandatory prison term. After debate over public safety concerns versus the bill’s fiscal note and prison costs, the committee adopted a do not pass recommendation by a 9-6-1 vote. Members also discussed House Bill 1018, the State Historical Society budget, and approved an amendment that adjusted one-time funding items, including NAGPRA compliance, museum exhibits, military gallery funding, local historic grants, and line-of-credit repayment. The amended bill then received a due pass recommendation by a 14-2 vote. The committee next approved House Bill 1468, a behavioral health facility grant for St. Hayes, which supporters said would expand in-state access to acute and adolescent behavioral health care and reduce the need to send patients out of state. The bill passed 14-1. It then amended and passed House Bill 1485, increasing the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients by $15 and indexing it to inflation; the amendment and the bill as amended both passed 14-2. Finally, the committee approved House Bill 1016, the Adjutant General/National Guard budget, after adopting an amendment that funded disaster relief, response equipment, IT and website costs, and staffing changes for the watch center; the amended bill passed 14-2. The committee adjourned after completing six bills and planned to resume the next morning at 8 a.m.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Judiciary 2ND REVISED Apr 21st, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're going to start with the posture of executive nominations.
  • State Council of Interstate Adult Offender Supervision.
  • He was chairman of the District Attorneys Council for one or two of those years, and in his retirement
  • inmates on behalf of other governmental entities still get protection for government tort claims on
  • It has been an honor to be the Chair of Judiciary.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session 04-21-2026 12:00pm

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

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  • Young who is reappointed to the Board of Young who is reappointed to the Board of Agriculture<00
  • Since he's a constituent of mine, I know Since he's a constituent of mine, I know it's<00:07:00.000><
  • of SB 3022 SD1 HD1. of SB 3022 SD1 HD1.
  • for final reading of SB 3102 SD2 HD2. for final reading of SB 3102 SD2 HD2.
  • clean date of July 1st, 2026. Thank you. clean date of July 1st, 2026. Thank you.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Mar 9th, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Doctor Glenna Stumbling Bear Riddle originally Of Annaarrko and now of Norman, is a citizen of the Kiowa
  • Game, one of our own was honored as hero of the game, not because of their service in the Senate but
  • of a quorum.
  • of them.
  • our seniors, and costing tens of millions of dollars annually.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Human Services Mar 11th, 2025

Human Services

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  • Sorry, Department of Family and Protective Services. OK.
  • If there are things that we don't like, I know that the Department of Family Protective Services has
  • Chair is calling back Audrey O'Neill. the Department of Family and Protective Services resource witness
  • of Family and Protective Services.
  • Inspector General conduct an annual review of Medicaid claims, a process that consumes thousands of
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate SessionReading and Referral of Bills Mar 17th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Bills: SJR 4, SCR 36, SCR 37, SCR 38, SCR 39, SCR 40, SCR 41, SCR 42, SB 7, SB 30, SB 31, SB 32, SB 33, SB 34, SB 36, SB 37, SB 38, SB 39, SB 1851, SB 1852, SB 1853, SB 1854, SB 1855, SB 1856, SB 1857, SB 1858, SB 1860, SB 1861, SB 1862, SB 1863, SB 1864, SB 1865, SB 1866, SB 1867, SB 1868, SB 1869, SB 1870, SB 1871, SB 1872, SB 1873, SB 1874, SB 1875, SB 1876, SB 1877, SB 1878, SB 1879, SB 1880, SB 1881, SB 1882, SB 1883, SB 1884, SB 1885, SB 1886, SB 1887, SB 1888, SB 1889, SB 1890, SB 1891, SB 1892, SB 1893, SB 1894, SB 1895, SB 1896, SB 1897, SB 1898, SB 1899, SB 1900, SB 1901, SB 1903, SB 1904, SB 1905, SB 1906, SB 1907, SB 1908, SB 1909, SB 1910, SB 1911, SB 1912, SB 1913, SB 1914, SB 1915, SB 1916, SB 1917, SB 1918, SB 1919, SB 1920, SB 1921, SB 1922, SB 1923, SB 1924, SB 1925, SB 1926, SB 1927, SB 1928, SB 1929, SB 1930, SB 1931, SB 1932, SB 1933, SB 1934, SB 1935, SB 1936, SB 1937, SB 1938, SB 1939, SB 1940, SB 1941, SB 1942, SB 1943, SB 1944, SB 1945, SB 1946, SB 1947, SB 1948, SB 1949, SB 1950, SB 1951, SB 1952, SB 1953, SB 1954, SB 1955, SB 1956, SB 1957, SB 1958, SB 1959, SB 1960, SB 1961, SB 1962, SB 1963, SB 1964, SB 1965, SB 1966, SB 1967, SB 1968, SB 1969, SB 1970, SB 1971, SB 1972, SB 1973, SB 1974, SB 1975, SB 1976, SB 1977, SB 1978, SB 1979, SB 1980, SB 1981, SB 1982, SB 1983, SB 1984, SB 1985, SB 1986, SB 1987, SB 1988, SB 1989, SB 1990, SB 1991, SB 1992, SB 1993, SB 1994, SB 1995, SB 1996, SB 1997, SB 1998, SB 1999, SB 2000, SB 2001, SB 2002, SB 2003, SB 2004, SB 2005, SB 2006, SB 2007, SB 2008, SB 2009, SB 2010, SB 2011, SB 2012, SB 2013, SB 2014, SB 2015, SB 2016, SB 2017, SB 2018, SB 2019, SB 2020, SB 2021, SB 2022, SB 2023, SB 2024, SB 2025, SB 2026, SB 2027, SB 2028, SB 2029, SB 2030, SB 2031, SB 2032, SB 2033, SB 2034, SB 2035, SB 2036, SB 2037, SB 2038, SB 2039, SB 2040, SB 2041, SB 2042, SB 2043, SB 2044, SB 2045, SB 2046, SB 2047, SB 2048, SB 2049, SB 2050, SB 2051, SB 2052, SB 2053, SB 2054, SB 2055, SB 2056, SB 2057, SB 2058, SB 2059, SB 2060
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Chamber Meeting Feb 13th, 2026 at 11:03 am

New Mexico House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • So we're going to go through the motions of creating a whole... another, is it a department or a division
  • Protection Act, also makes recommendations to improve consumer protections from per- and polyfluoroalkyl
  • Environment provide a report on the implementation of the Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Protection
  • Act, with recommendations to improve consumer protections.
  • Of the PFAS within a product label or in some meaningful way to the consumer so that they can make an
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 3/17/26

Commerce Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • He said that, at this time of affordability, more competition can help drive prices down for consumers
  • He said that, at a time of affordability, more competition can help drive prices down for consumers and
  • really kind of in a bind with some of really kind of in a bind with some of this<00:20:28.200>
  • of? of?
  • of the of your will give you the rest of the of your morning<00:58:45.720> back.
OK
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  • Following an order of business will be followed today: prayer, pledge of allegiance, introduction of
  • the veteran of the week, introduction of the doctor and/or nurse of the day, correction of the previous
  • of the week.
  • Let's give Riley a round of applause and let's give all of these amazing pages of the week a round of
  • Instead of using either of those, we've gone to.