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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Informational interview with Rep. Keith Allen (R-Kenyon) Nov 20th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- . >> Is there any legislation that you focused on that you're proud of?
- There was something I took from one of your recent legislative updates.
- is bipartisan uh support on legislation is really<00:01:02.559><c> key.
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- It said your recent legislative updates.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
November 4, 2025 - 04:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- We operate I state fiscal year here about so we will have to work with our legislative partners to obtain
- You're recognized. >> So certainly we want to work with our legislative legislative partners so that
- So we'll be working closely with with legislative partners on that aspect of it in terms of the grant
- The legislative partners, whether that's through alleges LBC are other alternative for minority get budget
- I was hoping that the agency had left or application language broad enough that if this legislative body
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Select Committee on Pension Policy Jun 17th, 2025
Select Committee on Pension Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- And I know that there's no requirement in the study legislation that we come out—we don't have to write
- We now have this new legislation. So we removed—the legislation removed—that short-term funding.
- We now have this new legislation. So we removed, the legislation removed that short-term funding.
- Because we've had several legislative proposals just to close down the PERS payment.
- representation as well. ...where we do have legislative representation as well.
Committee:
Joint Select Committee on Pension Policy
Summary:
The committee approved the May minutes by roll call vote and then received brief updates from the Attorney General’s office and the Office of the State Actuary. The AG’s office said it would handle legal analysis related to the committee’s work, while the actuary reported that staff were at capacity this summer due to annual valuation work, experience studies, and other retirement system projects, but would have more capacity in the fall. Members also requested access to fiscal note and actuarial materials related to the LEOFF 1 study and related legislation.
The main discussion focused on the LEOFF 1 study, including actuarial funding, a proposed merger/termination/restatement approach, and the possibility of a permanent COLA for Plan 1 members. Several members supported keeping COLA recommendations in the committee’s work, while others raised concerns about whether merging or restating plans could affect benefits, legal status, or IRS tax treatment. The actuary explained that the temporary pause in certain funding rates reflected prior overfunding buffers and assumptions about future investment returns, and said future base-rate funding could still be needed depending on experience.
Members also discussed constituent correspondence, which staff said largely fell into four categories: the LEOFF 1 study, Plan 1 benefits and COLAs, fossil fuel divestment, and ESSB 5357. The committee agreed that divestment concerns are more appropriately directed to the State Investment Board, not this committee. In reviewing the draft interim work plan, members added or adjusted several topics for future meetings, including a July educational briefing on LEOFF 1 history and tax/IRS issues, a September discussion of COLAs, and a December placeholder for excess compensation/pension spiking, pending coordination with the LEOFF 2 Board. The committee then approved the July agenda and adjourned.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Everything flows from that, and so we know this is, again, much of our legislation ends up in court.
- The Comptroller's Office and the Legislative Budget Board track the claims and produce...
- Okay, I don't know if that was, did you put that in the legislation? I think so.
- If it's not in the legislation, it probably won't happen this time. Yeah, it's in. We'll talk.
- I'm understanding there's some legislation pending that, notwithstanding that legislation, my understanding
Committee:
Senate Finance
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- As each city... ...be added by separate statute, legislation, or is it a population qualification?
- With your support, this legislation will allow McAllen to reinvest in the infrastructure that will help
- not be possible without this legislation and the incredible partnership it represents between the City
- Because when you're... looking at obligating things multiple legislative sessions out.
- So you have the 27th, 29th, and 31st legislative sessions to get the authorization you're looking for
Bills:
SB1071 , SB1444 , SB1483 , SB1556 , SB1703 , SB1756 , SB1854 , SB2036 , SB2133 , SB2297 , SB2622 , SB2779 , SB2955 , SB2979
Committee:
Senate Economic Development
Keywords:
municipality, tax revenue, hotel project, convention center, economic development, hotel tax, municipal authority, local governments, local authority, convention centers, hotel occupancy tax, municipal finance, local tax revenue, tourism, hotel and convention center project, Tax Code Chapter 351, city revenue, special district, Texas municipalities, venue financing
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Apr 7th, 2025
Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Transcript Highlights:
- When this legislation was originally passed as House Bill 1666 in 2003, it represented a landmark effort
- Texas is at the forefront with this legislation, setting a framework that not only enhances consumer
- I extend my gratitude to Representative Capriglione and the legislative staff for their collaboration
- This piece of legislation, I think as you Molly Voyles: heard from Representative Meyer, it is a piece
- of well-vetted legislation.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
Senate - Tax, Business and Transportation Mar 18th, 2025
Senate Tax, Business & Transportation
Transcript Highlights:
- It is the last 3.5 days of the legislative crunch.
- OK, we have 1234. how many in the audience are in opposition of this legislation? None?
- ALSC therefore opposes adopting the legislation as drafted. All right, thank you.
- Anybody in this audience in opposition of this legislation? So none? Anybody online? No?
- We'd like to thank the bill sponsors for introducing this piece of legislation.
Committee:
Senate Senate Tax, Business & Transportation
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- May they walk in integrity, govern with wisdom, and legislate with justice. justice, and righteousness
- Speaker members SCR 16 by Zaffirini, granting the legislative permission to adjourn. for more than three
- But historically, priority legislation eyes on the calendar, and I fear that the same thing is going
- She chaired the Legislative Priorities Committee for the Republican Party of Texas in both the 87th and
- As members of the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislative Assembly.
Summary:
The committee meeting was conducted with several discussions surrounding various proposed bills, addressing both public interests and legislative concerns. Specific bills were presented, and members debated the implications of each, emphasizing their potential impact on the community and state regulations. Notably, several testimonies were heard from stakeholders, which enriched the conversation and provided different perspectives on the bills being reviewed.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Wisdom, we come before you today in humility seeking your divine guidance. and blessing upon this legislative
- May they walk in integrity, govern with wisdom, and legislate with justice. justice, and righteousness
- Speaker members SCR 16 by Zaffirini, granting the legislative permission to adjourn. for more than three
- But historically, priority legislation eyes on the calendar, and I fear that the same thing is going
- She chaired the Legislative Priorities Committee for the Republican Party of Texas in both the 87th and
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Pro Forma Floor Session Feb 20th, 2026
Washington Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Thursday, February 19, 2026, the 39th Legislative Day. House Bill. Last line.
- Friday, February 20, 2026, the 40th Legislative Day.
- Friday, February 20, 2026, the 40th Legislative Day. Gubernatorial appointment 9329, Peter K.
- Friday, February 20, 2026, the 40th Legislative Day. Gubernatorial appointment 9329, Peter K.
- I move the Senate now adjourned until 12:30 p.m. on Monday, February 23rd, the 43rd Legislative Day.
Summary:
The Senate approved the previous day’s journal, then handled routine referrals of committee reports and gubernatorial appointments to the designated committees, including appointment 9329 to the Higher Education and Workforce Development Committee. It also received a WSDA pesticides report from the Department of Agriculture.
The main substantive item was Senate Resolution 8693, honoring scholars and participants in Washington State Leadership Board programs such as Boundless Washington, Compassion Scholars, and Washington World Fellows. Senator Claire Wilson sponsored the resolution and spoke at length about the value of youth leadership, service, civic engagement, and opportunities for students across the state, with examples of individual scholars’ accomplishments. Senator Torres also praised the students and their future potential.
The Senate adopted the resolution by voice vote, with ayes prevailing. The chamber then recognized guests from the Washington State Leadership Board and the LGBTQ Youth Advisory Board in the North Gallery before adjourning until Monday, February 23, 2026.
PA
Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Jun 29 2026)
Pennsylvania Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- President, I request capital leaves for Senators Brooks, Coleman, and Yaw, and legislative leaves for
- Senator Saval, Senator Anthony Williams, Senator Lindsay Williams, and legislative leaves for Senators
- I believe the bill's legislative history should vouch for its credibility.
- Last year, the House of Representatives passed legislation to legalize adult-use cannabis.
- Two weeks ago, 21 Republican senators legislation to legalize adult-use cannabis.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Election Laws Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on Election Laws
Transcript Highlights:
- The Court has rejected all other legislative objectives when reviewing campaign finance laws, such as
- This is the main legislation that could backforce Cambridge or any other community to do within.
- No, the legislation proposed includes a single ballot and contemplates that our local candidates would
- I would strongly encourage the committee to take a very close look at this legislation.
- I would strongly encourage the committee to take a very close look at this legislation.
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on Election Laws
Summary:
The House and Senate Election Laws committees held a hearing focused on campaign finance and several local election-related bills. Office of Campaign and Political Finance Director William Campbell testified in support of H. 848 and S. 515, saying the campaign finance law needs modernization and highlighting proposals for stronger Super PAC disclosure, more timely reporting, improved security for campaign participants, and other reforms. He said the bills would help update a 50-year-old system to reflect legal, economic, and cultural changes.
A major portion of the hearing concerned H. 868/S. 507, which would require earlier and more frequent reporting by ballot question committees. Witnesses from Common Cause, the League of Women Voters, and others argued that ballot campaigns now involve tens of millions of dollars, much of it raised during periods with no real-time disclosure, and that moving these committees into the depository system would improve transparency without burdening grassroots signature-gathering. The committee also heard support for H. 811 and H. 812, which would allow municipalities to create citizen-funded election programs and require identifying information on political text messages, as well as S. 525/H. 875, which would bar political spending by foreign-influenced corporations.
The committee also heard testimony on S. 2605, a Canton home rule petition to move town elections from April to November. Canton residents, a select board member, and a poll worker said the change would increase turnout, better align local elections with the November voting cycle, and give newly elected officials more time to prepare for town meeting. Senator Rausch also testified in support of S. 530, requiring presidential primary candidates to disclose recent tax returns. The hearing ended with no votes taken and the committee adjourning, with a note that the next hearing was tentatively scheduled for January 13.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:00 am
Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security
Transcript Highlights:
- That's why this legislation would not apply to older bus fleets, but to all buses manufactured going
- It's modeled after recent legislation passed in Maine following similar tragedies.
- remember her by passing this legislation.
- We've been working on this legislation for quite a while.
- The state of Maine has passed this legislation.
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security held a public hearing with opening remarks from Senate Chair John Cronin and House Chair Dan Cahill, followed by member introductions and instructions limiting testimony to three minutes. The committee first heard testimony on S. 2743, an act addressing staged suicides. Elizabeth Sherin Feiner of Jewish Family and Children’s Service and later Susan Altman, a domestic violence advocate, described cases in which deaths initially treated as accidents or suicides were later found to be homicides, arguing the bill would improve training, investigation protocols, and accountability in deaths involving domestic abuse. Committee members asked about current police and medical examiner practices, and one member noted that sudden-death determinations are handled by the chief medical examiner in Massachusetts.
The committee then heard testimony on S. 2861, a special commission to examine school bus safety, led by Representative Sabadosa and Amanda Taylor, whose daughter Summer Steel was killed in a school bus door incident. Taylor urged adoption of anti-pinch sensor technology on new buses, saying it could have prevented her daughter’s death. Representative Sabadosa and later a Mazur USA representative supported the bill, explaining that anti-pinch and anti-drag technologies are already used in other transportation sectors and could prevent similar tragedies. The hearing also included discussion of costs and the fact that the proposal would apply prospectively to buses manufactured going forward.
Finally, the committee heard testimony on S. 3021, updating Massachusetts student transportation. Ever-Driven Technologies and Chamber of Progress supported the bill, saying it would modernize Section 7D requirements for smaller passenger vehicles used for alternative student transportation while keeping core safety standards in place. They argued the change would help districts serve students experiencing homelessness, in foster care, or with disabilities, reduce costs, and expand transportation options amid a statewide transportation crisis. No votes were taken during the hearing, and the committee adjourned after public testimony concluded.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committee Jun 16th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- All groundwater sustainability agencies have a minimum, Legislation.
- The North Fork King's GSA was created via special legislation.
- The North Fork King's GSA was created via special legislation rather than through the JPA, which limits
- However, because North Fork King's GSA was established through special legislation... ...enforcement
- However, because North Fork King's GSA was established through special legislation rather than a joint
Summary:
The committee heard several bills related to wildlife access, groundwater enforcement, desert plant regulation, outdoor equity, and water supply planning. SB 1021 would direct the Fish and Game Commission to create accommodations for children with life-threatening illnesses to participate in hunting and fishing opportunities; supporters described the bill as therapeutic and family-centered, while an opposition group argued the state should focus on non-lethal outdoor activities. SB 997 would give the North Fork Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency lien authority to enforce fees and penalties under SGMA; the author and agency said the bill closes an enforcement gap for a special-legislation GSA, and it drew broad support from local government and agricultural groups. The committee also considered SB 1061, which would streamline relocation permits for Western Joshua trees on private property; the author and local officials said the current law creates burdens for homeowners and infrastructure, while supporters framed the bill as a balance between conservation and property rights.
Members also heard SB 1268, which would codify the Outdoors for All initiative to expand park access and outdoor equity, especially in underserved communities; it received strong support from environmental, parks, local government, and community organizations, with members praising the effort to improve access. SB 1085 would restore water supply assessment requirements for large developments even when CEQA exemptions apply, so local agencies still receive early information about water availability; the sponsor and water agencies said the bill helps prevent “paper water” problems and supports planning in drought conditions, and the building industry indicated it would remove its opposition after amendments. The committee accepted amendments on several bills, took roll once quorum was established, and advanced the measures by vote.
Votes taken included SB 997, SB 1021, SB 1061, SB 1085, and SB 1268, all of which were reported out of committee, with SB 1061, SB 1085, and SB 1268 later recorded as passing 11-0. SB 997 was approved on a due-pass motion to Judiciary, SB 1021 was sent to Appropriations as amended, SB 1061 and SB 1085 were sent to Appropriations and Local Government respectively, and SB 1268 was sent to Natural Resources. The meeting concluded with the committee adjourning after completing the votes.
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- But again, as a legislative body, we've offered every possible solution that we could think of.
- So I think it is incumbent upon us as legislators to make a very strong statement with this to say we
- But again, as a legislative body, we've offered every possible solution that we could think of.
- As a legislative body, we've offered every possible solution that we could think of.
- So I think it is incumbent upon us as legislators to make a very strong statement with this to say we
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.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- So this is one of the most challenging pieces of legislation that I've had the privilege of working with
- And so that's really what we were trying to change with this piece of legislation.
- Thank you. change with this piece of legislation. So with that, I would take any questions.
- This legislation modernizes and clarifies Missouri's public nuisance laws to ensure that they address
- This legislation modernizes and clarifies Missouri's public nuisance laws to ensure that they address
Committee:
House Judiciary
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Apr 6th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- It's not a legislative committee.
- It's not a legislative committee, despite the amazing work from Terry and team, right?
- After speaking with Elizabeth Bowen, she explained to me that it's not a legislative committee because
- it's made up of more than just legislators.
- Services Office and the Treasurer's Office for record keeping, and that the Legislative Services Office
Summary:
The America 250 Advisory Council met with a quorum and approved the prior meeting minutes. Staff gave a financial update showing about $344,310.88 in total expenditures to date, with roughly $64,987.14 remaining in the bottom line and an estimated $9,147 returning to the commemorative fund after two outstanding grants are resolved. Members thanked staff for getting grant money out to cities and counties and for tracking the celebration fund carefully.
The council then received legal guidance from the Attorney General’s Office on how to handle contracts. Counsel Yvonne Dunbar explained that the full committee, not subcommittees alone, must decide how America 250 funds are spent and should clearly designate who is authorized to sign contracts and carry out delegated tasks. The committee voted to authorize the co-chairs to sign agreements approved by the council and to send signed agreements to the Legislative Services Office and Treasurer’s Office for recordkeeping and payment processing, with questions routed back to the co-chairs. Members also discussed a specific $20,000 celebration fund contract, but were advised no new motion was needed because the expenditure had already been approved; the contract would simply be returned for signature once finalized.
An ambassador program update highlighted strong public participation, including nearly 2,000 ambassadors, 170 cities, 44 counties, 47 businesses, and 29 schools using customized logos. The council also heard about the Capitol quilt display, which grew from an expected 12 quilts to 62 and has drawn significant public attention, along with progress on the Liberty Bell carriage and a fountain project. The governor’s task force report covered upcoming America 250 initiatives such as the July 8 “Sharing the Spirit of America” reading event, the youth art project “My America, From Ground Zero to Common Ground,” America’s Potluck, and the updated Idaho and federal event websites. The federal report summarized national America 250 activities, including Idaho’s submission to the America’s Time Capsule project, the Flag Sojourn, America’s Field Trip, America Innovates, the growing congressional America 250 caucus, and the planned Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C.
Finally, the council approved disbursement of grant awards requested by Power County, the City of Nampa, the City of Heyburn, and Jerome County. Members discussed scheduling the next meeting for April 20 and adjourned after brief closing remarks thanking staff and partners for their work.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Tax Reform Mar 26th, 2026
Special Committee on Tax Reform
Transcript Highlights:
- So seniors, maybe some veterans, kids, and we protect them with our legislation all the time.
- So other states have enacted or are considering similar legislation to this.
- I would say probably at least a dozen, maybe 15, have considered or are considering this legislation
- as well, or similar legislation.
- Or similar legislation.
Committee:
House Special Committee on Tax Reform
Summary:
The committee heard House Bill 3256, sponsored by Rep. Lisa Dernel, which would require businesses to accept U.S. cash and prohibit cashless-only establishments, with exceptions such as unattended fuel pumps, card security deposits, and businesses that convert cash to a no-fee prepaid card for on-site use. Dernel argued the bill protects seniors, veterans, children, and unbanked or underbanked consumers who may be excluded by cashless policies, and said cash is legal tender and important for privacy and access. She also said she would remove an outdated subsection referencing banks or credit unions.
Members raised concerns about whether the bill improperly limits business discretion, whether cashless policies can improve safety and reduce costs, and whether the bill’s definitions were too broad or unclear. Questions focused on what counts as a “retail establishment,” whether the bill would apply to schools, doctors, apps, and event venues, and who would be liable for violations. One member noted possible conflict with existing Missouri law on legal tender and suggested the bill may need clearer definitions and revisions.
Testimony was mixed. The Missouri Petroleum and Convenience Association supported the bill, saying cashless trends and credit card fees hurt gas stations and convenience stores, though they asked for practical exceptions. The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry opposed the bill, arguing businesses should decide their own payment policies, especially for safety and operational reasons, and objected to the proposed Class D misdemeanor penalty, which they said is harsher than penalties in other states. Additional witnesses from consumer and advocacy groups spoke in favor, emphasizing consumer choice and the continued need for cash. No final vote was taken in the hearing.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Education Mar 24th, 2026
Joint Committee on Education
Transcript Highlights:
- This work aligns closely with the committee's recent efforts to strengthen the CTE legislation statewide
- Recently, we reported favorably legislation that aims to expand awareness and access to CTE. ...legislation
- purpose of today's hearing is to gather input and testimony to assist us with our deliberations on legislation
- that affects career... ...to assist us with our deliberations on legislation that affects career and
- And I want to thank my committee members who were here virtually and the legislators here this afternoon
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on Education
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Education held an informational hearing at Quincy Public Schools focused on career and technical education (CTE) and related legislation. Committee members said the visit was intended to gather input for ongoing statewide efforts to expand awareness and access to CTE, especially in middle school, improve equipment and facilities, and strengthen coordination with workforce partners. Quincy administrators described the district’s CTE system, including 15 Chapter 74 programs at Quincy High School and four at North Quincy High School, enrollment of about 1,360 students, updated DESE-aligned frameworks, safety practices, business electives, and funding supported by the district budget plus state, federal, and local grants.
Presenters highlighted work-based learning, industry credentials, and partnerships with employers, unions, Quincy College, MassHire, and advisory committees. Examples included co-op placements, internships, clinical placements, Military Mondays, Credit for Life, Skills Capital and Perkins-funded equipment upgrades, and a planned engineering Chapter 74 application at North Quincy. Assistant Superintendent Aaron Perkins also outlined the district’s MyCAP college-and-career planning initiative and its goal of creating a vertically aligned readiness model beginning in the middle grades.
Students Ellie Crump, Emily Infantino, and Alexander Liu testified about their pathways in welding, early education and care, and healthcare technology, describing hands-on learning, certifications, clinical or shop experiences, and postsecondary plans. Committee members praised Quincy as a model for integrating CTE with general education and said the testimony would inform future legislation. No votes were taken; the hearing concluded with a motion to adjourn and unanimous agreement.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Education Mar 24th, 2026
Joint Committee on Education
Transcript Highlights:
- This work aligns closely with the committee's recent efforts to strengthen the CTE legislation statewide
- Recently, we reported favorably legislation that aims to expand awareness and access to CTE.
- Recently, we reported favorably legislation that aims to expand awareness and access to CTE programs,
- purpose of today's hearing is to gather input and testimony to assist us with our deliberations on legislation
- Of the legislation we've been deliberating over the last several months, I said, geez, if there's an
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on Education