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HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

PBS Public Hearing - Fri Jan 30, 2026 @ 11:00 AM HST

Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
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  • I currently serve as the chief of staff for the Hawaii Army National Guard.
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Summary: The Committee on Public Safety held its first hearing and began with House Bill 1531, which would require the governor or county mayor to provide an ASL interpreter during official emergency announcements broadcast on television or the internet, ensure the interpreter is visible, and require news outlets to show the interpreter in a picture-in-picture window. Testimony was strongly supportive from disability advocates, who said live captions can be inaccurate and that ASL access is critical during emergencies, but broadcasters raised practical concerns that the bill as drafted could require extra camera crews and reduce coverage. Members discussed possible alternatives such as government-provided pool feeds and interpreter placement, and the chair recommended deferring decision-making on the bill to the following Wednesday to allow time for amendment language. The committee then heard House Bill 1751, which would expand the Hawaii National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program to include graduate degrees at the University of Hawaii for qualified enlisted personnel. The Hawaii Army National Guard, the Department of Defense, and University of Hawaii representatives supported the measure as a recruiting, retention, and professionalization tool. A member asked about funding, and the response was that the program is funded through a state appropriation currently set at $250,000 and was described as sufficient at present. The bill drew no opposition in the hearing. Next, House Bill 1752 was taken up. This measure would remove the Adjutant General as a nonvoting ex officio member of the HAIMA advisory committee and add the HAIMA administrator as a nonvoting ex officio member of the MSAC. The Department of Defense and Department of Health supported the bill, with the Department of Health asking that it be aligned with other EMS modernization provisions in the governor’s package so the related measures remain consistent. No objections were raised. The committee also heard House Bill 1577 on 911 services, which would require the 911 Board to establish a statewide emergency safety profile system for residents to voluntarily store emergency-relevant personal information. The Department of Health, disability advocates, the 911 Board, and others supported the concept, saying it could improve emergency response for people with disabilities, kūpuna, families, and others with functional needs. Testimony also raised concerns about funding, system integration, confidentiality, advanced directives, and liability protections if information does not reach responders in time. Members discussed statewide coordination and existing county systems, and the hearing continued with those issues unresolved.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
  • Seeing none, we have next HB 2291 relating to Hawaii National Guard.
  • Next we have Brigadier General Walter Ross Jr., Director of the Joint Staff from the Hawaii National Guard
  • I am Brigadier General Ross, Director of Joint Staff for the Hawaii National Guard.
  • I am Brigadier General Ross, Director of Joint Staff for the Hawaii National Guard.
  • Next, we have HB 2291 HD1, relating to the Hawaii National Guard. >> Thank you.
Bills: SB3082, SB3110, SB3251
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Criminal Justice Jan 12th, 2026

Criminal Justice

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm honored to speak in strong support of Senate Bill 50, a bill that is deeply personal to me.
  • We connected last year, and I had the honor and privilege of actually meeting your husband, Kyle, who's
  • Many served honorably but returned home with service-related conditions, including mental health challenges
  • Under Chapter 493, individuals who guard persons or property for consideration could be classified as
Summary: The committee met with a quorum and considered several criminal justice bills. SB 50 on Veterans Treatment Courts was amended to clarify that entry into the program requires approval of the state attorney and to make the bill prospective only. Supporters, including veterans advocates and crime survivors, argued the bill would expand access to treatment-focused diversion for veterans with nonviolent charges and service-related trauma. The committee adopted both amendments and reported the bill favorably. SB 52, which creates an exemption from security licensing requirements for unpaid armed volunteers providing security at places of worship, also drew support from law enforcement and faith leaders who said it would clarify a legal gray area for churches; the committee adopted a strike-all amendment and reported the bill favorably. The committee then considered SB 436 on felony battery and prison release reoffender enhancements. An amendment was adopted to align felony battery involving injury to law enforcement with the bill’s intent to address the disparity between battery on an officer and resisting with violence. Members discussed concerns about mandatory minimums and the scope of the enhancement, including how it might apply in cases involving older prior offenses or mental health crises, but the bill was ultimately reported favorably. SB 676, which creates graduated penalties for adults who involve minors in animal cruelty offenses and increases penalties for related conduct, was supported by animal welfare advocates and reported favorably and unanimously. Later, the committee approved SB 536 on criminal gang members after adopting an amendment clarifying the definition of gang-related conduct and requiring multiple criteria for gang membership. Members raised concerns about social media, neighborhood association, juvenile application, and overbroad labeling, but the sponsor said the bill was aimed at gang-related criminal activity and recruitment, not innocent association. The committee also reported favorably SB 432 on controlled substances, which adds concentrated 7-OH to Schedule I and creates penalties for xylazine products that resemble candy or food and for trafficking in xylazine; SB 524, an FDLE bill updating duties related to medical examiners, training, and complaint service procedures; and SB 590, which tolls the statute of limitations for failure-to-report child abuse offenses until the crime is known to law enforcement. All of these bills were reported favorably, and the meeting adjourned after a final vote correction was entered for SB 524.
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Feb 26th, 2025

Military and Veterans Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • After he left active duty, he came back and served in the helicopters for the National Guard.
  • He flew helicopters for the National Guard for 20 years, then became a high school history and science
  • This is also an Alabama Honor Flight participant, Don Hana. So this whole wall is talking about...
  • Sergeant Major Atkins is receiving his Medal of Honor, and you probably know he created a foundation
  • We're working with someone now on Coast Guard history... ...with someone now on Coast Guard history in
Bills: SB67, HB295, SB104
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Judiciary Jan 20th, 2026

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • Under Chapter 493, individuals who guard persons or property for consideration could be classified as
  • churches, like you've already heard from some churches themselves, don't have the money to hire armed guards
  • churches, like you've already heard from some churches themselves, don't have the money to hire armed guards
  • The Honorable Stacey Scott speaking for the amendment. Okay, you're welcome. You're recognized.
  • The Honorable Stacey Scott speaking for. You're speaking for the amendment. Okay, you're welcome.
Summary: The committee considered several bills and reported each favorably. SB 624, by Senator Yarborough, would allow batterers intervention programs to offer optional supplemental faith-based activities, with no participant required to take part. Supporters said it would expand provider options and help address a shortage of certified programs; opponents raised concerns about mixing government-ordered programming with religion and about the state’s prior rule change. The bill passed 7-2. The committee also approved CS/SB 834, which repeals a 2022 restriction barring licensed insurance agents from partnering with health care sharing ministries to market or sell their programs. The sponsor and supporters argued the bill restores free speech, consumer choice, and access to faith-based alternatives, while opponents warned about consumer confusion, higher commissions, and weak protections because these ministries are not insurance. After extended debate, the measure passed 8-2. Other measures advanced unanimously or near-unanimously. CS/SB 502, as amended, would give Florida concurrent jurisdiction over certain juvenile offenses on military installations so juveniles can be handled in the state system; it passed 9-0. CS/SB 52 would exempt volunteer armed security for houses of worship from Class D or G licensing requirements, and supporters cited rising threats to churches and the need for organized volunteer security; it passed 9-0. SB 840, a cleanup bill to narrow and clarify last year’s emergency-related land-use restrictions after hurricanes, also passed 9-0, and CS/SB 758, which updates the membership of the Justice Administration Commission, passed 9-0 after an amendment restoring two public defenders to the commission.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Transportation, Highways and Public Works Mar 10th, 2026

Transportation, Highways & Public Works

Transcript Highlights:
  • Roll, and honored by... ...and honored by a wide-ranging group of organizations such as the Louisiana
  • But it's just an honor to be able to name a portion of 171 after Speaker Joe Salter.
  • But anyway, it's an honor.
  • Army and National Guard. He served as a volunteer firefighter in St.
  • I had the honor of knowing Mr. Ginnart.
Summary: The House Committee on Transportation met on March 10 and took up a series of highway and bridge naming bills, beginning with House Bill 346, which redesignates a portion of U.S. Highway 171 as the Speaker Joe Salter Memorial Highway. The bill was presented with extensive tributes from the sponsor, former colleagues, and Secretary of State Nancy Landry, all praising Salter’s public service, education background, and character. The committee reported HB 346 favorably without objection. Members then heard House Bill 221, which names a proposed Mississippi River bridge connecting LA 1 and LA 30 as the President Donald J. Trump Expressway. The sponsor argued the naming would help draw attention and funding to a long-discussed, toll-free bridge project and described possible financing through development districts and federal programs. Some members questioned the political and practical logic of naming a bridge before it is built, while others supported the concept as a way to advance a needed infrastructure project. The committee adopted a roll-call vote and reported HB 221 favorably by 12-2. The committee also advanced several memorial highway and bridge designations, including HB 356 for the Elwood T. Brady Jr. Memorial Bridge, HB 149 for Senior Police Officer Trevor Abney Memorial Highway, HB 148 for the Eugene Washington Memorial Highway, HB 716 naming the Schaumet Ferry Terminal after Michael C. Ginnart Jr., HB 355 naming Highway 10 in Washington Parish as Veterans Park Memorial Highway, HB 675 naming part of U.S. 425 as the Bill Putt Linder Memorial Highway, HB 657 naming portions of LA 182 for Burrick B.J. Lejeune Jr. and Judge Richard T. Dickey Hike Sr., HB 354 renaming the Magnolia Bridge for Caleb Easterling, HB 358 naming a portion of LA 433 for Charles R. Bordelon Sr., and HB 384 naming part of U.S. 11 as the Dan de Blanc American Hero Memorial Highway. Several bills were amended to add or remove the word “Memorial.” The committee reported the measures favorably, with amendments where applicable, and then voluntarily deferred HB 129, HB 130, HB 360, and HB 401 to a later agenda before adjourning.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

EIG DEFER, EIG-PSM, EIG Public Hearings 02-10-2026

Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • I’m Brigadier General Walter Ross, director of joint staff of the Hawaii National Guard, and we stand
  • I'm the state judge advocate for the Hawaii National Guard. >> Okay.
  • </c><00:16:44.480><c> rails</c> provide specific, you know, guard rails provide specific, you know, guard
  • Uh, we do acknowledge the concerns raised by Hawaii National Guard, and we would like to kind of keep
  • Um, I support the intent of the bill, but listening to what National Guard has said, I'm going to be
Summary: The committee first took up Senate Bill 2033 on renewable energy, focused on rooftop solar and grid-ready homes. Members discussed amendments intended to clarify retrofit provisions for new homes, cost-sharing requirements for interconnecting customers, compliance with relevant safety standards or certifications, and a date change. The chair recommended passage with amendments, and the committee adopted the recommendation unanimously. The joint committees then heard Senate Bill 2363 on county authority over access to encumbered properties such as streams. The City and County of Honolulu, along with the Department of Transportation and the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney, testified in support, saying the bill would help protect public safety, reduce flood risk, and prevent illicit activity. A Libertarian Party representative opposed the measure, arguing the problem stemmed from mismanagement and that the bill granted overly broad new powers. No action was taken during the hearing. The committees also heard Senate Bill 2054 and Senate Bill 2057, both relating to public safety and immigration-related state authority. Testimony on SB 2054 largely supported limiting state resources for federal or out-of-state deployments when the governor objects, with the Hawaii National Guard raising concerns about unclear obligations for service members and the distinction between Title 10 and Title 32 authority. On SB 2057, supporters including ACLU of Hawaii, the Hawaii Coalition for Immigrant Rights, and the Legal Clinic said the bill would curb cooperation with ICE, protect constitutional rights, and preserve trust in immigrant communities; one witness also noted the rapid growth of 287(g) agreements nationwide. The committee then moved on to SB 2377 on property damage to critical infrastructure, where Charter Communications and Hawaiian Telecom supported the bill and asked for clarification to include broadband and telecommunications, while the Public Defender questioned whether the higher penalty was justified. Finally, the committee began SB 3322 on law enforcement, with testimony emphasizing clearer separation between local police and federal agents, limits on immigration enforcement cooperation, and protections for community trust; the hearing continued with additional testimony and questions.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/04/2026 - House Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections

Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • First speaker is the Honorable Sarah May Williams.
  • Honorable Sarah May Williams, Chair, Vice Chair, and members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity
  • Yes, next is the Honorable Charlene Pesciera. Thank you for hearing House Bill 2976.
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Apr 9th, 2025

Alabama House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Joint Resolution Number 60 by Senator Chambliss honoring Daniel Pratt as Alabama's first great
  • So, in the words of Tahad Pedifford, our amazing point guard, he said, "I'm going to tell my kids and
  • I want to put guard rails around that so that the science doesn't outpace our desire to protect life.
  • Well, that was so that we can put guard rails in place to help...
  • Can put guard rails in place to help people know how to live.
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

House in Session Apr 9th, 2025

Florida House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • recognize a very special day: Education and Sharing Day, established by the United States Congress and in honor
  • We are honored today to be joined by the law enforcement officer of the day. Anderson.
  • The Honorable Daniel Pérez. Dear Speaker, consideration of the bills on the consent calendar.
  • We honor its rich royal history and continued commitment to excellence.
  • Let's protect the ladder and honor the law, and let's defend what works.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Apr 9th, 2025

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • ADFW in Arlington, sponsored by the Honorable David Cook of Tarrant County. Thank you.
  • It is an honor to be here and stand in front of the 150 members of the great State of Texas legislative
  • And so the real question is, are we going to honor the will of the voters?
  • Members, today we celebrate Carnes County Day to honor the history, culture, and achievements of its
  • I am excited to join members of my community in honoring Ms. McDermott's contributions.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Transportation Feb 27th, 2026 at 02:30 pm

Transportation

Transcript Highlights:
  • “In 2029, the Coast Guard has mandated the replacement of the Whatcom Chief.
  • I was in command of the Coast Guard Station, New York, and was designated the on-scene coordinator.
  • I was in command of the Coast Guard Station, New York, and was designated the on-seeing course.
  • I was in command of the Coast Guard Station, New York, and was designated the on-scene coordinator.
  • Yes, good evening, Chair Liias and honorable members. My name is Jane Fuller.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Veteran and Military Affairs REVISED: Links added Feb 5th, 2026 at 10:30 am

Veteran and Military Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • , whether the Air Guard or Army Guard in Oklahoma.
  • He was a member of the National Guard after 40 years of service.
  • By including pieces of National Guard and State Guard stuff together, and all this does is just take
  • out the National Guard sections from a piece that should be all about the State Guard.
  • This only pertains to the Guard.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Press Conference: Senator Nathan Johnson Jul 30th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • An option that honors individual choice, makes better use of enforcement resources and taxpayer dollars
  • That being said, it is my joy and my honor to be here and stand beside Senator Nathan Johnson, who is
Bills: SB5, SB11, SB12, SB9, SB42, SB15, SB5, SB11, SB12, SCR1