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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine restoring Boeing's status as a great American manufacturer, focusing on safety first. Apr 2nd, 2025 at 09:00 am
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- the Army.
- It's now been five days since the hearing and the Army has still not provided the memo.
- And I want to be explicit to the Army. Every one of us here supports the Army.
- The Army supports a strong national defense, but the Army does not have at its option ignoring the United
- The responsible decision for the Army to make is to protect people's lives.
Keywords:
Boeing, aviation safety, safety management system, military aviation, air traffic control, transparency, oversight, accountability
Summary:
The meeting primarily focused on significant safety concerns surrounding Boeing and its compliance with federal aviation standards. Lawmakers expressed frustration over the Army's failure to provide requested operational transparency regarding helicopter operations near Washington, D.C., amid recent incidents indicating a strained air traffic control situation. Several members called for reform in Boeing's oversight, emphasizing the need for a robust safety culture and mandatory safety management systems to prevent future disasters like the 737 MAX crashes. The discussions were passionate, with survivors and families impacted by past accidents present, highlighting the urgency and seriousness of the issues at hand.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill to create day honoring MN regiment at Battle of Gettysburg considered in committee 3/18/25
Transcript Highlights:
- Battle of Chickamauga had it not been for George Thomas, the Rock of Chickamauga, the entire Union Army
- But instead he held firm and was able to reconstitute his army and save the day there.
- </c><00:05:14.240><c> could</c><00:05:14.360><c> have</c><00:05:14.520><c> been</c> entire Union Army
- could have been entire Union Army could have been destroyed<00:05:15.600><c> at</c><00:05:15.840><c>
- and save the day there but had his army and save the day there but had the<00:05:23.120><c> union</c
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House State-Federal Relations and Veterans Affairs (01/17/2025)
State-federal Relations and Veterans Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- in the military army between the active<00:11:10.320><c> duty</c><00:11:10.920><c> Army</c><00:11:11.519
- </c> retired lieutenant colonel from the Army retired lieutenant colonel from the Army um<00:17:55.520
- Let's transition to the Army Guard. The Army Guard, generally speaking, is about 1,800 strong.
- was activ Army was in a hole on the Army was activ Army was in a hole on the Marines<00:51:45.960><c
- The volunteer army works now.
VT
Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Caucus of the Whole - 2026-01-14 - 3:35PM
Vermont House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- that can develop through this with the National Guard, with the leadership of the Air Wing and the Army
- Their duties include being the commanding officer of the Vermont Army National Guard.
- </c> commanding officer of the Vermont Army commanding officer of the Vermont Army and<00:04:04.720><
- Army, the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Army Reserve, the U.S.
- Air Force Reserve, the Army National Guard, or the Air National Guard.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
CTE grants and scholarships 3/24/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And after Army training, I plan to pursue a career in the trades.
- And after Army training, I plan to pursue a career in the trades.
- ><c> as</c><00:08:34.560><c> a</c><00:08:34.640><c> Chinook</c> Army National Guard as a Chinook Army
- And after Army helicopter mechanic.
- Even with support from the Army, costs.
Summary:
House File 1791 was presented as a scholarship/grant program for students in postsecondary technical or career programs offered through their high schools. Representative Scott and Representative Lawrence described it as a way to help students transition into careers or further education by covering costs such as tools, boots, books, and other work-related expenses. The chair noted the bill would be laid over, with limited time for testimony because of a full agenda.
Testimony strongly supported the bill. Steve Collina of the Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association said manufacturing is a major Minnesota industry and that the bill fills a gap by supporting K-12 career pathways; he emphasized the proposal would not cost the state or taxpayers. Trevor Quennell, a Centennial High School graduate now at Dunwoody College, said the bill would have eased the burden of buying expensive tools and balancing work, school, and transportation. Eric Trost, an instructor at St. Francis High School, explained that Saints Manufacturing is a student-run, elective business-style program that teaches estimating, quoting, logistics, welding, machining, and employability skills, and he said the grant portion is especially important because many students go directly into the workforce.
Naomi Brasky, a St. Francis student and Army National Guard enlistee, said the program has given her real-world problem-solving and communication experience and that grants would help cover costs not included in tuition. Members responded positively, with one noting broader trends away from four-year college and calling the bill common sense. In closing, Representative Lorentzen credited instructor Eric Trost for originating the idea and thanked an audience member, Mr. Yost, for supporting the program. The chair then laid House File 1791 over.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Philip Day, who is an Army veteran and a retired military physician. Dr. Day. Thank you.
- For a lot of years, I served as a veteran in the United States Army as a physician.
- For a lot of years, I was in the United States Army as a physician.
- You can't tell in the Army, because they don't. I'd have to ask.
- And you can't tell in the Army, because they don't. I'd have to ask if. What is your training?
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Environment and Natural Resources Oct 15th, 2025
Environment and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- Army Corps of Engineers in coordination with the South Florida Water Management District, with input
- This task force is chaired by the Army Corps and includes representatives from FWC, the South Florida
- Army Corps of Engineers presentation on Lake Okeechobee operations. Colonel Brandon Bowman.
- Army Corps of Engineers. Colonel Bowman, you are recognized.
- Army Corps applied at the EA reservoirs.
Committee:
Senate Environment and Natural Resources
Summary:
The Committee on Environment and Natural Resources met to hear presentations on Lake Okeechobee from the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the South Florida Water Management District, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. FWC described the lake as a major recreation, water supply, and habitat resource, and outlined its habitat management plan, including control of invasive plants, prescribed fire, and restoration of native vegetation. The agency said low water levels have helped submerged aquatic vegetation recover, with gains in 2025 exceeding 24,000 acres and meeting its target, while torpedo grass and floating invasive plants remain active management priorities. Senators asked about bass fishing trends and blue-green algae; FWC said water levels are the main driver of fishery health and that it was not seeing current water-quality impacts on bass, though algal blooms can affect habitat and wildlife.
The South Florida Water Management District focused on nutrient pollution, lake ecology, and restoration projects across the watershed. Director Drew Bartlett said the district’s work is aimed at reducing harmful discharges, improving water quality, and moving more water south to the Everglades through storage and treatment projects, including the EAA Reservoir, C-43 and C-44 reservoirs, aquifer storage and recovery, and wetland treatment areas. He said the state and federal governments have invested about $9 billion in restoration, roughly split 50-50, and that the EAA Reservoir is now targeted for completion in 2029. He also said Lake Okeechobee BMAP participation is around 92% and that recent data show phosphorus and nitrogen loading declines, though the lake remains impaired and eutrophic. An industry witness from Associated Industries of Florida said the BMAP and agricultural best management practices are producing measurable improvements and urged continued funding for water storage and treatment.
The Army Corps of Engineers then explained LOSOM and Lake Recovery operations, saying the new operating approach balances flood control, water supply, navigation, ecology, and estuary protection. Colonel Brandon Bowman said Lake Recovery was implemented in late 2024 to bring the lake below 12 feet long enough to help submerged vegetation rebound, and reported that the lake met both recovery metrics, with water levels low enough to support a major increase in SAV from about 4,000 acres to 28,000 acres in 2025. He also noted benefits such as improved water clarity and more Okeechobee gourd plants, but acknowledged drawbacks including reduced navigation and some impacts to wading birds and snail kites. Senators pressed the Corps on the C-44 reservoir’s sloughing issue; Bowman said repairs are underway, the problem is geological rather than a safety failure, and the Corps expects to award a contract by 2027 and complete work by 2030. The committee did not take any substantive vote on the presentations and adjourned after Senator Smith moved to do so.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Veterans division approves HF1225 3/12/25
Transcript Highlights:
- You are, in fact, an Army veteran, correct? Who, uh, 19 Delta 11 Bravo? Perfect. Perfect. So, Mr.
- Chair, I believe that the Army guys outnumbered the Marines and the Navy here.
- are</c><00:02:37.280><c> in</c><00:02:37.519><c> fact</c><00:02:38.040><c> a</c><00:02:38.519><c> army
- </c> question here you are in fact a army question here you are in fact a army veteran<00:02:39.959><
- guys outnumbered the Marines the army guys outnumbered the Marines and<00:02:49.120><c> the</c><00:02
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 13 Feb 23rd, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And whereas in 2011, Jeff Osterdock went to active duty for the Army Reserve as an AGR soldier after
- 9/11 and became an Army recruiter for 79R out of Muskogee for three years.
- And whereas Jeff Osterdock retired from active duty on June 1, 2023, with a combined active duty Army
- During this time, he was awarded one Meritorious Service Medal, four Army Commendation Medals, two Army
- Achievement Medals, six Army Good Conduct Medals, the Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal with
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection (2-17-26)
Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection
Transcript Highlights:
- So, when we ask them to do, we know there's three components in the Army.
- :07:54.680><c> and</c><00:07:54.880><c> they</c><00:07:55.080><c> are</c><00:07:55.200><c> the</c> army
- soldiers in there and they are the army soldiers in there and they are the best<00:07:55.800><c> that
- You've got compo compos in the army.
- So, when we ask them to do, we know there's three components in the Army.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 17 Mar 2nd, 2026
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- He did not take those because he chose to enlist in the Oklahoma Army National Guard right after high
- Army sniper, air assault, infantry, company first sergeant... U.S.
- Army sniper, air assault, infantry, company first sergeant, and human resources specialist.
- He's earned six Meritorious Service Medals, five Army Commendation Medals, and three Army Achievement
- As part of that journey, Aaron was appointed to the Survivor's Advisory Working Group by the Army Chief
Bills:
HB3522 , HB4300 , HB4359 , HB4363 , HB3467 , HB2987 , HB3076 , HB4427 , HB3026 , HB3288 , HB3315 , HB3711 , HB3885
Summary:
The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several recognitions, including Veteran of the Week Aaron Hudkins, Psychologist of the Day Dr. Emily Corley, Doctor of the Day Dr. Jason Reagan, and a proclamation recognizing Brain Injury Awareness Month. Members also honored the Edmond Santa Fe Palm Squad and Ava Garrett for assembling and funding 100 overnight bags for children entering foster care in memory of fallen Oklahoma service member Serena Butcher.
On legislation, the House considered and passed House Bill 3522, a transparency measure requiring alcoholic beverage licensees to report disciplinary actions annually, and House Bill 4300, a Department of Human Services request bill aligning child-care worker assessment language with federal requirements. Both bills advanced without debate; HB 3522 passed by recorded vote and HB 4300 passed 94-0.
The chamber also recognized 17 Pages of the Week and heard multiple announcements, including caucus and birthday notices, a planned Jeans Day request tied to Bob Wills Day, and the introduction of Oklahoma Task Force One members and a search dog. The House then adjourned until Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Transportation, Highways & Military Affairs Committee, February 24, 2026
Transportation, Highways & Military Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Nationally, the Wyoming Army National Guard is over strength.
- </c> deployment of a one-third of the Army deployment of a one-third of the Army National<00:02:27.599
- </c> issues that the army currently faces. issues that the army currently faces.
- Nationally, the Wyoming Army declining.
- </c><00:20:41.760><c> and</c> defense and secretary of the army. and defense and secretary of the army
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Mar 24th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- I am a captain in the Army assigned to the inactive ready reserves here in California.
- I am an E-7, Sergeant First Class in the United States Army. My father and his father were U.S.
- Army and Korean Army veterans, respectively.
- I am an E7 Sergeant First Class in the United States Army. My father and his father were U.S.
- Army and Korean Army veterans, respectively.
Summary:
The Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee heard four bills, with AB 1616 (Davies) and AB 1638 (Ta) placed on consent and later approved unanimously. The committee then heard AB 1775 (Ward), which would provide state support for veterans affected by the federal executive order targeting transgender service members, including prioritizing them for discharge-upgrade assistance, housing support, and expedited professional licensing. Supporters described the bill as a response to abrupt separations, loss of benefits, housing instability, and employment harm; there was no formal opposition. Members raised questions about how the state would verify eligibility and avoid unintended coverage of discharges based on other reasons, and the author said applicants would need a DD-214 and supplemental documentation showing the discharge was solely due to the executive order. AB 1775 was passed on a due-pass motion and referred to the Committee on Business and Professions.
The committee also heard AB 2022 (Gonzalez), which would provide a full property tax exemption for the primary residences of veterans who are 100% service-connected disabled, and extend the exemption to unmarried surviving spouses. The author and supporters said the bill is intended to prevent homelessness and help severely disabled veterans remain in their homes amid California’s high housing costs. Committee discussion focused on the size of the eligible population and the fiscal impact, with the author noting the measure applies to a much smaller group than all disabled veterans and that he would provide more cost information later. AB 2022 was approved as amended and referred to the Committee on Revenue and Taxation. By the end of the hearing, all bills on the agenda were reported out 8-0.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- So our installation commanders, our combatant commands, Secretary of the Army, Navy, and the like.
- And this one in particular came from the former Secretary of the Army in a memo specifically asking state
- So this comes from the Secretary of the Army, the former Secretary of the Army, but I’d be happy to provide
- So our installation commanders, our combatant commands, Secretary of the Army, Navy, and the like.
- So this comes from the Secretary of the Army, the former Secretary of the Army, but I'd be happy to provide
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs held its first public hearing of the 2025–2026 session, with House Chair Rep. Joe McGonagle outlining the committee’s focus on veterans’ benefits, military families, and related policy priorities. He noted the committee’s recent record of advancing major veterans legislation, described the hearing as hybrid, and explained that testimony would be limited to three minutes. The committee then heard testimony on several bills, including H. 3886/S. 2503, H. 3863/S. 2480, and H. 3859, among others.
Melissa Willett of the Department of Defense and Rep. John Stanley testified in support of H. 3886/S. 2503, which would expand support for military families by improving school open enrollment flexibility, special education continuity, concurrent jurisdiction for juvenile matters on military installations, and coordination around military protective orders. Committee members questioned the juvenile jurisdiction and protective-order provisions, with concerns raised about federal versus state authority and due process; witnesses said the jurisdiction change would be case-by-case and that military protective orders are commander-issued decisions that could be used as evidence in civilian proceedings. The Department of Defense said the proposal aligns with priorities from military stakeholders and other New England states.
Jim Keene testified in support of H. 3863/S. 2480, seeking a cost-of-living adjustment for veterans’ benefits and extending certain benefits to Guard and Reserve members killed on active duty. Allie DeBateau of the Massachusetts Municipal Association testified on H. 3859, which would streamline veterans benefits administration by having the state pay benefits directly rather than reimbursing municipalities quarterly; she said this would reduce local administrative burden while leaving local veterans service officers’ roles unchanged. Committee members asked about municipal support and the fiscal impact, and the hearing concluded with no votes taken, followed by adjournment.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Air Mobility & Aviation Economic Development Task Force (11-4-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- . >> Army. What'd I say? Did I say Navy? >> Oh, I'm sorry. Yes. Army late in the day.
- I'm the deputy adjutant general of the Kentucky Army National Guard.
- Army National Guard.
- </c> we are very fortunate to have a new army we are very fortunate to have a new army aviation<01:12
- </c><01:12:43.199><c> aircraft</c> This facility brings all army aircraft This facility brings all army
Summary:
The task force met on November 4, 2025, approved the prior minutes without objection, and then heard a presentation from Amazon on its Kentucky aviation and logistics operations. Amazon described its statewide footprint, including its Boone County air hub at KCVG, its investment of more than $60 billion in Kentucky since 2010, about 20,000 jobs in the state, and its use of Amazon Air as a middle-mile network supported by third-party carriers. The company also highlighted small-business support, community relief efforts, and workforce development through Career Choice, including partnerships with Kentucky schools and aviation maintenance training.
Members asked about Amazon’s most in-demand workforce needs, future operational challenges, and whether autonomous vehicles are used on the KCVG ramp. Amazon said it would follow up on workforce-demand details, identified customer-driven innovation and culture as ongoing challenges, and said autonomous vehicles are in testing but are not part of regular KCVG operations. Amazon also emphasized sustainability efforts, including alternative aviation fuel, and said it wants to work with the legislature to expand AAF production and supply in Kentucky.
The task force then heard from Secretary Jeff Noel of the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development and Matt Wingate on the state’s aviation economic development strategy. They said aviation and aerospace are central to Kentucky’s logistics and economic-development goals, with aerospace identified as the state’s top export and air cargo as a major strength. They discussed outreach to general aviation airports, support for local grant matching, airport funding projects, workforce and education partnerships, and efforts to market Kentucky at aviation trade shows such as Paris Air Show and MRO America. No formal votes or other actions were taken beyond approving the minutes.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House State-Federal Relations and Veterans Affairs (04/10/2026)
State-Federal Relations and Veterans Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> Army or Air National Guard. Army or Air National Guard.
- helicopter, Army medevac.
- Thank you. helicopter, Army medevac. It falls helicopter, Army medevac.
- ,</c><01:04:32.640><c> their</c> you follow the active duty army, their you follow the active duty army
- I have one son that was in the Army, and I have one son that was in the Army, and he's since gone.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Jul 1st, 2025
Military and Veterans Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- As an example, my two sons are West Point graduates, so they're Army officers. I was enlisted.
- So they're Army officers. I was enlisted.
- So they're Army officers. I was enlisted.
- I'm a West Point graduate, a 23-year Army veteran, a paratrooper with six combat deployments.
- , Army vet, a current partner of a Navy Navy. ...of a former Army vet, a current partner of a Navy vet
Committee:
House Military and Veterans Affairs
Summary:
The Assembly Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs met with a quorum and first approved its consent calendar, including AJR 15, SB 56, SB 296, and SB 855, with the roll left open for absent members. The committee then heard SB 694 by Senator Archuleta, which would require VA accreditation for veterans’ claims representatives and prohibit unaccredited persons from charging fees or otherwise handling VA claims, with the author and supporters arguing the bill would protect veterans from predatory “claims shark” businesses and restore accountability.
Support came from county veterans service officers, veterans organizations, National Guard representatives, and several individual veterans, who said accredited public services are free and that unaccredited firms often charge large fees, delay claims, or use questionable practices. Opposition testimony came from a veterans advocate and representatives of private claims companies, who argued that some for-profit consultants provide useful, performance-based assistance, that veterans need choice, and that the bill could eliminate access for those who cannot get timely help from public or nonprofit providers.
Committee members debated whether the bill would unlawfully restrict services already operating in a gray area under federal law, whether there is enough data on the impact of private claims assistance, and whether amendments could preserve “good actors” while targeting bad practices. The author and supporters responded that federal law already bars the conduct, that the state lacks oversight over these companies, and that the bill is a first step toward stronger protections. SB 694 was ultimately passed out of committee on a 6-0 vote and referred to the Committee on Judiciary; the consent calendar also passed with eight votes.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jan 22nd, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- was a member of the Army.
- Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, and left straight out of high school to join the Army, and he was a member
- After he returned from the Army with an honorable discharge, he spent the next few years chasing his
- But he knew from having taken an Army aptitude test that he had a talent for engineering.
- But he knew from having taken an Army aptitude test that he had a talent for engineering.
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, offered prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and handled routine announcements and motions, including a request by Senator Arreguín to remove SB 239 from the inactive file for second reading. The chamber then took up SJR 9 by Senator Durazo, a resolution concerning immigration rates, which was debated briefly and placed on call before later amendments were adopted by a 29-10 vote.
The Senate next considered SR 70 by Senator Pérez, commemorating the third anniversary of the Monterey Park tragedy. Senator Pérez and Senator Rubio spoke about the 11 lives lost, the injuries, the heroism of Brandon Tsay, and the need to remember the victims and support the community. The resolution passed unanimously, 39-0, after which Senator Pérez introduced Monterey Park Mayor Elizabeth Yang on the floor.
The remainder of the session was devoted largely to adjournment memories honoring Mary Gutierrez Hunter, labor activist Bob Mulholland, former Yolo County Supervisor Betsy Marchand, and Vietnamese American community leader Vu von Locke. Senators described each person’s public service, organizing work, and lasting impact on labor, veterans, local government, refugee resettlement, and community institutions. The Senate also announced the Appropriations Committee would meet shortly after adjournment and noted the next floor session would be held Monday, January 26, 2026, at 2 p.m.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Mar 24th, 2026
Military and Veterans Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- I am a captain in the Army assigned to the inactive ready reserves here in California.
- I received an honorable discharge into the Army Reserves and was awarded the Joint Meritorious Service
- I am an E-7, Sergeant First Class in the United States Army. Chair and committee members.
- I am an E-7 Sergeant First Class in the United States Army. My father and his father were U.S.
- Army and Korean Army veterans, respectively.
Committee:
House Military and Veterans Affairs
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Veterans and Military Affairs Committee Feb 5th, 2025
Veterans and Military Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- We're starting with an emphasis on the Army. starting with an emphasis on Army Aviation during the Vietnam
- This is Raven Christopher, an Army Nurse employed with... an Army Nurse employed with... it's going to
- You see there on the right Army personnel serving at a nursing home in... Next slide.
- When he returned, he continued to serve in the Army...
- He continued to serve in the Army Reserve and ultimately retired as Master Sergeant.
Committee:
House Veterans and Military Affairs