Video & Transcript Research : 'border control'
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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- **James Kessler**: ...for our Criminal Investigation Division and Medicaid Fraud Control Unit in pursuit
- **Josh Reno**: ...and ultimately our payments have to be related to a border crime.
- write up their report, is writing it up in a way that does not reflect that it is associated to a border
- If it's not associated to a border crime, we can't make a payment.
- Of course, we also have our Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, which deals with criminal prosecutions, both
Bills:
SB 1
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, February 11, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- So, a major problem that we're having along the border is the unauthorized and illicit transfer of fuel
- If you have an overweight permit, you can get up to 125,000 pounds across the border.
- this bill regarding fuel trucks is to cut down on illicit or illegal fuel depots on and around the border
- With design-bid-build, you have TxDOT that has total control.
- It is applied only to counties bordered by a river and two other states.
Keywords:
transportation, TxDOT, Texas Department of Transportation, road projects, highways, infrastructure, bridge construction, interchanges, corridor improvements, road widening, railroad grade separation, sound barrier, unified transportation program, legislative notice, project prioritization, capital projects, state highway system, Farm-to-Market Roads, San Antonio, Harris County
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Military Affairs and Border Security.
- Military Affairs and Border Security. SB 1521, Appropriation, Dine College Remedial Education.
- SB 1542, Controlled Substances. SB 1542, Controlled Substances, Approval, Use, Research.
- SB 1457, Air Mobility Fund Border Security. SB 1458, Pharmacy Board Civil Penalties.
- SB 1462, Animal Control Officers Mandatory Training. SB 1463, Data Centers Tax Relief Repeal.
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer and the pledge, recorded attendance, and approved the prior day’s journal. The chamber recognized Lucid Motors Day at the Capitol, highlighting the company’s Arizona operations, investment, and job creation, and also welcomed county officials and noted a temporary committee replacement appointment and a governor’s nomination for the State Liquor Board, which was referred to the appropriate committee.
The main floor business was the introduction and first reading of a large slate of bills and resolutions covering commerce, elections, immigration, education, water, transportation, public safety, labor, housing, taxation, and appropriations. One measure, SB 1429, was further referred to the Senate Finance Committee. The Senate then proceeded through second reading of numerous bills, including measures on roads, collective bargaining, tax relief, school mapping, assisted living, crime-free lease addenda, utility disclosures, public pensions, and several local appropriations and tribal-related items.
No substantive votes on the listed bills were taken in the transcript beyond referral and placement on the calendar. The majority leader used a personal privilege statement to criticize the Attorney General’s recent remarks, saying they were inappropriate and should be retracted, and then moved to adjourn. The Senate adjourned until Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 1:15 p.m.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- In practice, criminal and legal aliens have been released by Border Patrol, and unfortunately, as a Border
- control of that border.
- And they'll end up calling a border patrol agent, depending if you're near a border county, or they could
- When they reach our borders...
- This bill takes the control out of the district.
Keywords:
family violence, global positioning monitoring system, victim resources, electronic monitoring, protective orders, magistrate, criminal procedure, probable cause, written findings, law enforcement, bail bonds, bail fund, charitable bail fund, nonprofit bail organization, public funds, local government spending, political subdivision, county, city, taxpayer lawsuit
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the President's 2025 trade policy agenda. Apr 8th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Finance Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- These are the types of border measures that don't sound very sexy to talk about, and they don't make
- They control the votes in this chamber. They control the votes in the House.
- So armed forces came in and took control of that, citing environmental licensing requirements.
- Greer, that he had no choice in terms of Canada. and I live 50 miles away from the Canadian border.
- Customs and Border Protection reported just 43 pounds of fentanyl was seized at the Canadian border last
Keywords:
tariffs, Trump administration, economy, public testimony, trade policy, market access, export controls
Summary:
The meeting focused on various significant topics concerning the recent tariff policies and their wide-ranging implications on the American economy. Members expressed their concerns regarding the negative impact of increased tariffs as proposed by the Trump administration, with specific emphasis on how families might suffer from higher costs and market access issues. The discussion was lively, with members questioning the clarity of the tariff plan and raising concerns about its potential effects on small businesses and American exports.
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
JHA Public Hearing - Thu Mar 5, 2026 @ 2:00 PM HST
Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- pesticides is to control pests, right? pesticides is to control pests, right?
- control nematodes.
- If we don't control control nematodes.
- There are some that are not control.
- interest policies within the border interest policies within the border regions?
Summary:
The committee first took up House Bill 1531, HD1, which would require the governor or county mayors to provide American Sign Language interpreters during official emergency announcements broadcast on television or the internet, ensure the interpreter is visible, and provide a primary pool feed with picture-in-picture so rebroadcasters would not need to add the feature themselves. Testimony from the Disability and Communication Access Board and the State Council on Developmental Disabilities strongly supported the bill, emphasizing effective communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing residents and noting that interpreter placement and size can make broadcasts inaccessible. The council requested an effective date of July 1, 2027 to allow implementation time. Members raised concerns about interpreter availability and emergency logistics on Hawaiʻi Island, but the chair moved to pass the bill with amendments reflecting the picture-in-picture recommendation and the later effective date. The committee adopted the motion, with several members voting aye and others voting with reservations.
The committee then heard House Bill 1880, HD2, which would prohibit, beginning January 1, 2027, the use or application of pesticides containing 1,3-dichloropropene, such as Telone. The Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity explained that pesticides are already regulated at both the federal and state levels, with EPA risk assessments and state enforcement of label restrictions, reporting, and school-buffer requirements. The Hawaii Public Health Institute supported the bill, citing cancer and respiratory risks and arguing that safer alternatives exist. In opposition, Dole Food and the Hawaii Farm Bureau said Telone is important for controlling nematodes in pineapple production, that it is applied underground under EPA conditions, and that no comparable registered alternative exists for pineapple; they also said the bill’s 2027 start date is too short for growers to adjust. A representative from the Y Alliance for Progressive Action and Support supported the measure, citing statewide usage data and concerns about drift and chronic health impacts. Committee members questioned both sides about drift monitoring, groundwater impacts, alternative methods, and whether a transition period or research into resistant varieties could reduce reliance on the chemical.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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city compliance with the border city compliance with the border city statutes- existing border cities allocation. existing border cities allocation.
- city has grown 33% since the border city has grown 33% since the border cities<01:56:04.000>
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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, June 24, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Because without the border.
- <00:19:23.520>
and keep fighting to secure our border and keep fighting to secure our border - Border Chalk Borderline Wetton's Border Chalk Borderline Chalkfest<00:36:08.880>
claimed <00:36 - Border is once again secured. A 99% reduction of people coming through the border.
- of debate equally divided and controlled of debate equally divided and controlled by<02:35:29.520
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- The border crossed us.
- And so we have people on both sides of the border, and I think that the borders shall remain open so
- The border crossed us.
- So it's not because of border walls or border fences or other hard security measures.
- So it's not because of border walls or border fences or other hard security measures.
Summary:
The Arizona Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the 4-H pledge led by Yuma County 4-H Ambassadors, followed by guest introductions and several recognitions. The chamber observed World Hearing Day with a proclamation honoring hearing health awareness and access to care, and also recognized the 100th anniversary of Sandy Corps VFW Post 1433 in Glendale. The Doctor of the Day was introduced, and additional guests included mobile food vendors who were present in connection with a discussion about food truck licensing remaining a city matter.
The Senate then took up a series of third-reading bills, most of them transportation appropriations. SB 1062, 1063, 1064, 1154, 1204, 1207, 1245, 1250, 1455, and 1457 all passed, with members debating whether transportation funding should come from the general fund or the HURF fund, and several senators speaking in support of specific road projects in their districts or for tribal communities. SB 1461 also passed with broad support; it would fund an AHCCCS allied health care workforce pipeline, and supporters described it as a practical response to health care worker shortages. SB 1798 passed with bipartisan support to increase FAFSA awareness and support for students and families.
The Senate also passed SB 1065, creating funding for hyperbaric oxygen therapy for military veterans, despite concerns from opponents about unproven claims for other conditions. SB 1088, 1156, and 1157 passed after extended debate over immigration enforcement, border security, and whether the appropriations were requested or necessary; supporters framed them as reimbursements or security measures, while opponents argued they targeted immigrant communities and duplicated federal responsibilities. SB 1019, which would have amended bottled water system law related to fluoridation, failed on a 14-11 vote after a lengthy debate over public health, informed consent, and fluoride safety. The Senate also announced committee meetings for the following Monday, withdrew HB 2110 from one committee and referred it to another, and then adjourned until Monday, March 23, 2026.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The Texas-Mexico border is always of concern.
- I believe in more local control than, you know, government oversight.
- So obviously, keeping the feral swine under control is very critical.
- Um, the border and other parts of Texas. Um, that base is still there.
- Um, and it, it borders on the ridiculous.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, June 27, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We all saw otherwise on our control.
- The situation is under control.'
- <01:03:17.119>
This situation is under control." This situation is under control." - but we can control the hustle.
- the border. the border.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- So a major problem that we're having along the border is unauthorized or illicit transfer of fuel.
- If you have an overweight permit, you can get 125,000 pounds of fuel across the border.
- overloading or overweight fuel trucks, is to cut down on illicit or illegal fuel depots on and around the border
- This bill is narrowly tailored, uh, to apply to only counties bordered by a river in two other states
- Um, transportation from the border all throughout.
Keywords:
transportation, TxDOT, Texas Department of Transportation, road projects, highways, infrastructure, bridge construction, interchanges, corridor improvements, road widening, railroad grade separation, sound barrier, unified transportation program, legislative notice, project prioritization, capital projects, state highway system, Farm-to-Market Roads, San Antonio, Harris County
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House State-Federal Relations and Veterans Affairs (01/16/2026)
State-Federal Relations and Veterans Affairs
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Ways and Means (01/22/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- I don't happen to be on the Vermont or Maine border. I'm on the Massachusetts border.
- I'm on the Vermont nor main border I'm on the Massachusetts<00:29:48.960>
border <00:29:49.960 - customers are on the uh the border of customers are on the uh the border of Massachusetts<00:52:02.799
- just the Massachusetts border.
- is decided by the people they control is decided by the people they control the<04:10:21.000>
Summary:
The public hearing focused on HB 290, which would raise cigarette and e-cigarette/vaping taxes and create a committee to study tobacco and nicotine tax policy. Representative Jerry Stringham introduced the bill as both a public health and revenue measure, arguing that nicotine use causes health harms and public costs, and that New Hampshire’s cigarette tax has been unchanged at $1.78 per pack since 2013. He said the bill would raise the cigarette tax by $1 per pack to $2.78, still below most New England states, and would also adjust vaping taxes, which he described as having been set as placeholder rates in 2019. He said the bill would also establish a study committee to review broader tobacco and nicotine taxation, including products such as premium cigars.
In response to questions, Stringham said the proposed cigarette tax would be roughly equal in real dollars to the 2008 rate after inflation, and he suggested that a smaller annual increase could be considered, though he believed a larger increase would have a stronger public health effect. He explained that the vaping tax structure differs between closed and open systems because one taxes a fixed hardware product while the other taxes reusable liquid, and he said the proposal would move the rates toward a more uniform approach. He also said New Hampshire would remain below neighboring states even after the increase, though members raised concerns about cross-border shopping, business impacts, and preserving the state’s competitive advantage.
Several members questioned whether the bill’s main purpose was revenue or reducing smoking and vaping. Stringham said he viewed it primarily as a public health bill, but also as a revenue measure, and said he would consider it successful even if consumption fell enough to reduce revenue. Other members emphasized personal freedom and argued the committee should focus on taxation rather than cessation, while some supported the bill as a way to capture revenue from out-of-state buyers and keep New Hampshire’s rates below surrounding states. The hearing consisted of testimony and questions only; no vote or final action was taken in the excerpt provided.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, January 16, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Raskin, will each control 30 minutes.
- Raskin, will each control 30 minutes. Mr.
- consequences that their open borders consequences that their open borders agenda<01:13:06.199>
- It should be something that even open-borders Democrats can agree with us on.
- It should be something that even open-borders Democrats can agree with us on.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development - 01/22/25
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
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the like to Ashby or west Cent control the like to Ashby or west Cent control - The bullet there says monitoring sightings on our northern border.
- The bullet there says monitoring sightings on our northern border.
- The bullet there says monitoring sightings on our northern border.
- virus and understanding how to control virus and understanding how to control it<01:41:13.520>
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Another one would be the Guadalupe Medical Office Building in Saginaw. and of course the Texas border
- I follow and I see the I toured the border wall earlier this session.
- Because you got, you got 1250 miles of border.
- The length of the border is 1,200, and so if you've got some natural barriers in there...
- Because then you've got to deal with, you know, possible flood control and the water.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Lori Chavez-DeRemer, of Oregon, to be Secretary of Labor. - Part 2 of 2 Feb 19th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- So I want to know, will you commit to following appropriations laws and the Empowerment Control Act?
- There is an Empowerment Control Act. Will you follow that law?
- And it's out of control.
- the flow of mass illegal immigration across our border, stops the work permits being given to illegal
- Let me ask you about some of the children who came across the border, were trafficked across the border
Keywords:
PRO Act, labor laws, worker rights, unionization, right-to-work, public testimony, political polarization
Summary:
The meeting centered around an in-depth discussion of the PRO Act, with representatives expressing passionate opinions both for and against the legislation. Representative Chavez de Rimmer emphasized the importance of worker freedom, arguing that the PRO Act would infringe upon individual rights by coercing unionization. This perspective was strongly received by members from right-to-work states, who articulated their concerns about the potential erosion of workers' choices and protections. Speaker after speaker conveyed conflicting views on labor laws, indicating a deeply polarized environment surrounding labor issues at the moment.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jan 21st, 2025
California Assembly Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It's happening in our own communities, including the district I represent that sits along the border
- You cannot talk about ending human trafficking if you don't talk about securing the U.S. border.
- I will help arrange a ride-along with the Border Patrol Unit.
- The seven or $8,000 to come across the border illegally.
- I welcome President Trump's executive orders this week dealing with border security.