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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:
  • was in charge that day, made a comment to me during the recount that she couldn't stand all the Republicans
  • supposed to have election workers from two separate parties, and, quite frankly, in Randolph, getting Republican
  • We don't have a lot of Republicans in Randolph, so getting Republican workers to serve in elections and
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The Joint Committee on Election Laws held a hearing on several election-related bills, with most testimony focused on voting access, ballot administration, and election procedures. Senator Driscoll testified for S. 509, a Randolph home rule petition to require bilingual ballots in English and Haitian Creole, and Randolph officials and community members strongly supported it, saying it would improve access, confidence, and participation for Haitian Creole speakers. Other speakers, including advocates and residents, described language barriers as a form of voter suppression and urged favorable action. Leader Donato testified on H. 822, which would remove the word “physical” from the absentee voting disability standard, and on a bill to raise the signature threshold for creating political designations and allow dormant designations to be dissolved. Senator Rausch testified on several bills, including one expanding the State Ballot Law Commission’s jurisdiction over presidential primary candidate placement and a broader elections infrastructure bill that would change registration deadlines, primary dates, reporting systems, ballot design, mail voting procedures, and voter outreach. Representative Cattelda also testified on a bill to rename the ballot title for governor’s councilor to “governor’s counselor.” The Massachusetts Town Clerks Association, through Tom Joyce and Ben Kaufman, said it supported a number of the bills and offered local election administration expertise. Former Representative Lenny Mera and Sandra Cato testified for S. 536, a bill on accountability for defective and spoiled ballots, citing a disputed 2022 Revere recount and arguing that spoiled ballots should be documented and publicly inspectable so improperly rejected ballots are not lost. Emma Chinman of Partners in Democracy supported multiple reforms, including the elections infrastructure bill and a bill allowing unenrolled voters to serve on boards of registrars. After testimony concluded, the committee accepted written testimony by email and then adjourned without taking any votes.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Rep. Tim O’Driscoll departing member remarks 5/18/26

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's the third floor in the SOB because it's the overflow for Republicans and Democrats around the DMZ
  • it's the in the SOB because it's the it's the overflow<00:15:46.480><c> for</c><00:15:46.600><c> Republicans
  • </c><00:15:47.160><c> and</c><00:15:47.240><c> Democrats</c> overflow for Republicans and Democrats overflow
  • for Republicans and Democrats around<00:15:47.880><c> the</c><00:15:48.000><c> DMZ.
Keywords: 1183, house
VT

Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Session - 2026-01-27 - 10:00AM

Vermont House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • . >> Madam Speaker, House Republicans will caucus 10 minutes after adjournment in Room 10. >> Member
  • Madam<00:17:27.839><c> Speaker,</c><00:17:28.240><c> House</c><00:17:28.559><c> Republicans</c><00:17
  • :29.120><c> will</c> Madam Speaker, House Republicans will Madam Speaker, House Republicans will caucus
Keywords: 926, house, all
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Education Jan 15th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • I think Republicans have a nice option besides a room. So Democrats and the Republicans...
  • So the Republicans and the Democrats will caucus following adjournment.
  • So the Republicans and the Democrats will caucus following adjournment.
Summary: The House Education Committee held public hearings on two bills. House Bill 1662 would move several education-related boards and commissions—the State Board of Education, the Professional Educator Standards Board, the Financial Education Public-Private Partnership, and the Charter School Commission—toward operational independence from OSPI by July 1, 2027, including separate administrative services, asset and employee transfers, and transition planning by OFM. The prime sponsor and supporters said the bill would improve transparency, fiscal accountability, and agency flexibility, while OSPI-related testimony emphasized that small agencies need more nimble administrative support. No one testified in opposition; the hearing record noted 2 pro, 1 con, and 5 other sign-ins, and members were told the bill was substantively the same as the version passed the prior year except for date changes. The committee then heard House Bill 1683, which would require most school districts with 2,000 or more students to elect at least some school board members from director districts rather than entirely at-large, with larger districts needing more district-based seats and districts under 2,000 students exempt. The sponsor and supporters argued the change would improve geographic and demographic representation, especially for lower-income communities and communities of color, and would help ensure school boards reflect the students and families they serve. Opponents, including a school directors association representative, said the bill would be an unfunded mandate, reduce local control, and create added election costs and recruitment challenges; one witness also suggested the bill should consider broader proportional-representation options. Staff noted that 23 districts would currently be out of compliance, and the hearing record showed 12 pro, 163 con, and 2 other sign-ins. No executive action was taken on either bill during this portion of the meeting. At the end of the hearing, the chair reminded members that several bills heard that week would be on next Thursday’s executive session agenda, urged prompt amendment requests, and announced that the committee would adjourn to caucuses.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • We do want to begin by welcoming Morgan Branch, who will now be the Republican consultant to the committee
  • Morgan does add this to the work he already does as the Republican consultant for the Senate Judiciary
  • I know as the only Republican side member of the committee, I feel like I am the only one who has to
  • rebut or defend the Republican principles.
Summary: The committee heard three bills. SB 73 by Senator Cervantes would bar county registrars from allowing federal agents to inspect voting machines, framed by the author as a response to federal interference in California elections. The Secretary of State supported the concept and asked for amendments to clarify procedures for inspection requests. Senator Choi opposed it as unnecessary and beyond state authority, arguing federal subpoena rules already govern such inspections. The bill passed on a 4-1 vote to Appropriations after the call was lifted. SB 401 by Senator Hurtado, presented by Senator Allen, would authorize the FPPC to extend filing deadlines for statements of economic interest during declared emergencies. Testimony from the FPPC said the commission had no formal position but could administer the extensions, while members raised concerns that the bill was too open-ended and lacked a defined extension period. The author and committee members agreed to work on narrowing the language, and the bill passed 5-0 to Labor, Public Employment and Retirement. SB 46 by Senator Umberg would give the Secretary of State authority to remove constitutionally ineligible presidential or vice presidential candidates from the California ballot, with the author focusing on preventing a third presidential term. Supporters argued the Secretary of State already has a role in enforcing ballot qualifications and that the bill is constitutional. The Secretary of State’s office raised concerns about turning the office into an investigatory body and suggested alternative language limiting the measure to the 22nd Amendment or using an independent special counsel. Members debated whether the state should make such determinations, and the bill passed 4-1 to Appropriations. The chair also used the end of the hearing to thank staff and note it was her final hearing as committee chair.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Elections and Constitutional Amendments Committee Jan 13th, 2026

Elections and Constitutional Amendments

Transcript Highlights:
  • We do want to begin by welcoming Morgan Branch, who will now be the Republican consultant to the committee
  • Morgan does add this to the work he already does as the Republican consultant for the Senate Judiciary
  • I know as the only Republican side member of the committee, I feel like I am the only one who has to
  • rebut or defend the Republican principles.
Keywords: 987, senate, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Floor Session 5/14/26 - Part 2

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • This Republican member doesn't know the difference.
  • This Republican member doesn't know the difference.
  • This Republican member doesn't know the difference.
  • Republicans. Republicans.
  • </c> Everyone, Democrats and Republicans. Everyone, Democrats and Republicans.
Keywords: 1183, house
PA

Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Session (Jun 23 2026)

Pennsylvania Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • which will be held immediately in the Rules Room, and after the conclusion of that, the Senate Republicans
  • In the Rules Room, and after the conclusion of that committee meeting, the Senate Republicans will caucus
  • Attention all Republican senators. Attention all Republican senators.
  • Attention all Republican senators. Please report to the first floor caucus room immediately.
Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, committee reports, and approval of the prior journal. Members also granted several leaves of absence and welcomed a number of guests, including Ireland’s Consul General and Deputy Consul General, student shadows, an intern, and the Neshaminy High School baseball team, which was recognized for winning the 2026 PIAA Class 6A state championship. The chamber then recessed briefly for an Education Committee meeting and party caucuses before returning to session. On the floor, the Senate advanced several measures. Senate Bill 362, addressing SNAP skimming, passed 49-0 after remarks about protecting food assistance benefits from theft. Senate Bill 469, providing discounted fishing and hunting licenses for current and retired law enforcement, also passed 49-0 after an amendment was withdrawn. Senate Bill 730, codifying Pennsylvania POLST forms for end-of-life medical orders, saw a tabled amendment from Senator Boscola on physician-assisted dying after a 28-21 vote, then passed 49-0. The Senate also adopted an amendment to Senate Bill 1206 clarifying a temporary license pending FDA approval, and sent House Bill 1344 and Senate Bill 1377 to the House after unanimous final passage. Other bills were moved to appropriations or held in order, including Senate Bill 49, House Bill 96, Senate Bill 535, Senate Bill 536, House Bill 538, Senate Bill 743, Senate Bill 1262, Senate Bill 1273, House Bill 1286, and Senate Bill 1372. House Bill 1862 and House Bill 2017 each received amendments and were re-referred to the Appropriations Committee. The Senate also agreed to consider newly reported committee bills, including measures from Finance, Judiciary, Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness, and Education. In petitions and remonstrances, Senators Tartaglione and Costa focused on minimum wage and utility affordability, urging action on consumer protections, LIHEAP funding, data center energy costs, and related energy policy. The session concluded with the signing of House Bill 1877 in the presence of the Senate and a recess until June 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., unless recalled earlier.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Jun 18th, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Today is Katie's last floor day for us as our floor manager on the Republican side.
  • Florida for us as our floor manager on the Republican side.
  • I get the awkward privilege of speaking as a white guy and a Republican white guy at that.
  • I had the highest Black population at that particular moment as a Republican.
  • And I'm telling you that even as a white Republican, I'm very proud of the African American population
Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved procedural motions, and recognized several guests and honorees, including CAUSE leadership academy participants, retiring FCMAT CEO Michael Fine, a Capitol intern, environmental leaders celebrating Black Conservation Week, family members of members, and NASA astronaut Captain Victor Glover Jr. The body also took up a number of routine file items and committee referral requests, with several bills referred to committees by unanimous consent and multiple items passed or retained on file. The main floor debate centered on ACR 214, the Juneteenth resolution. Members from the Black Caucus and other caucuses spoke in support, describing Juneteenth as both a celebration of emancipation and a reminder that freedom and equality remain unfinished work. Speakers emphasized Black history, civil rights, solidarity across communities, and ongoing issues such as education, housing, health, incarceration, and economic inequality. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 66 coauthors were added. The Assembly also considered AB 2285 on blockchain staking and crypto regulation. The author argued the bill would provide consumer protections and clear rules for banks, credit unions, and crypto exchanges, while an opponent warned it could weaken securities oversight and consumer safeguards. The bill passed 45-1, and the author requested immediate transmission to the Senate. Later, SB 1036 on mitigation fee credits for redevelopment passed 55-0 after brief support for clarifying fee rules and reducing duplicative costs. The chamber then adopted the second-day consent calendar, including resolutions for Women’s Equality Day and the International Day of Yoga, along with several Senate bills, all by unanimous or near-unanimous votes. The Assembly announced it would not meet on Friday, June 19, would reconvene Monday, June 22 at 1 p.m., and then adjourned.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House DFL Press Conference 3/4/26

Transcript Highlights:
  • We are raising our children in a world where the president calls their friends garbage, where Republican
  • We hope that Republicans will join us in this work.
  • We hope that Republicans will join us in We hope that Republicans will join us in this<00:12:36.800><
  • Republicans think the approach to affordability is to do tax cuts.
Keywords: 1183, house
Summary: House DFL leaders held a press event outlining an affordability agenda focused on housing, child care, health care, groceries, energy, and taxes. Speakers argued that Minnesota families are being squeezed by rising costs and income inequality, and said the caucus would pursue policies aimed at lowering everyday expenses and shifting more costs onto corporations and wealthy residents. Representative Bierman said health care costs are pushing people to skip care and called for system reforms, including moving toward a more universal model and reducing the role of insurers and pharmacy benefit managers. Representative Kotiza-Wazhushk said the caucus is pushing for universal or low-cost child care, expanded pre-K and community-based care, and a bill to stop grocery surveillance price gouging. Representative Acomb and other energy leaders said the House DFL wants to lower utility bills through more energy assistance, weatherization, renewable energy support, limits on utility cost recovery for lobbying and executive pay, and stronger PUC authority to prevent shutoffs and limit rate increases. Representative Agbaje described housing as unaffordable for many renters and homeowners, cited a shortage of housing units, and said the caucus supports restricting private equity and corporate purchases of single-family homes. Leader Stevenson framed the agenda as a response to a budget picture that he said reflects gains for corporations and wealthy Minnesotans, and he criticized federal tax policy and Medicaid cuts. In response to questions about cost, he said several proposals would not require state spending, while others could be funded by looking at new revenue and at those who benefited most from recent tax changes. The event also included a detailed explanation of the grocery surveillance pricing proposal, which would restrict the use of personal data and AI to set individualized prices and limit rapid electronic shelf price changes. No votes were taken.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Rules and Legislative Administration Committee 5/7/25

Rules and Legislative Administration

Transcript Highlights:
  • We made a nod to that in the new whereas clause that we adopted, representing his work with Republican
  • We made a nod to that in the new whereas clause that we adopted, representing his work with Republican
  • 12:51.200><c> um</c> adopted representing his work with um adopted representing his work with um Republican
  • <00:12:51.839><c> Senate</c><00:12:52.079><c> Minority</c><00:12:52.480><c> Leader</c> Republican Senate
  • Minority Leader Republican Senate Minority Leader Dirkson<00:12:53.440><c> on</c><00:12:53.600><c> the
Bills: HF3228, HF475
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Appropriations Committee Jul 2nd, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • Republicans not voting, and the measure is out. Good job.
  • That is out with Republicans not voting, with Mr. Tangipa voting aye. Thank you. Thank you.
  • SB 831 is out with Republicans not voting. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
Summary: The Assembly Appropriations Committee met on July 2, 2025, to consider 25 bills. After opening remarks and quorum, the committee approved a consent calendar of unanimously supported measures, including several Senate bills and committee bills, and then moved to individual items. SB 391, which would authorize the California Community College Chancellor’s Office to charge reasonable fees for data requests from research partners, drew support from the author and the California Teachers Association, which withdrew its opposition after amendments; the bill passed on a roll call. SB 251, an annual appropriations bill to pay three state claims totaling a little over $1.2 million, was supported by the Attorney General’s office and the Department of Finance and also passed. The committee then deemed the suspense calendar approved, covering SBs 748, 329, 388, 439, 458, 454, and 563, and took public comment on suspense-file bills. Commenters voiced support for SB 88 on biomass and SB 80. The committee next heard SB 477, which would clarify the Fair Employment and Housing Act to help the Civil Rights Department investigate and prosecute discrimination and harassment cases more efficiently; the author described changes to deadlines, complaint definitions, and venue rules, and the bill passed. SB 831, which updates the definition of geological hazards to reflect climate-change-related risks and clarify the California Geological Survey’s duties, received support from industry and passed without recorded opposition. Finally, SB 450, which clarifies California’s jurisdiction over adoption proceedings, including confirmatory adoptions for families who have moved out of state and requires all legal parents to be listed on adoption orders, was presented with support from Equality California and related groups. The bill was described as having no significant state cost and passed on a roll call. Several measures were approved with Republicans not voting, and the committee adjourned after completing its agenda.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • on how this has moved through the process, and it is news to me that the recommendation from the Republican
  • on how this has moved through the process, and it is news to me that the recommendation from the Republican
  • c><00:11:38.160><c> uh,</c> I I think we should uh, I I think we should uh, as<00:11:39.600><c> Republican
  • <c> stem</c><00:11:40.520><c> and</c><00:11:40.839><c> as</c><00:11:40.920><c> Democrats</c> as Republican
  • as a stem and as Democrats as Republican as a stem and as Democrats we<00:11:41.920><c> should</c><00
Keywords: 919, house, all
Summary: The committee took up House File 4466, the Health Finance and Policy bill, and first adopted the A8 amendment, described as a set of technical fixes. Members then considered a large A9 amendment that bundled a wide range of Children and Families provisions, including child care licensing modernization, crisis nursery licensing, SNAP/MFIT-related language, child care provider self-reporting, a physical abuse recognition poster, child protection and welfare provisions, funding for parent support outreach, and forensic interview training scholarships. Supporters described it as bipartisan work with relatively small fiscal impact, while opponents said it greatly expanded the bill and should be handled separately; after a roll call, the A9 amendment failed 7-14. Representative Scott then offered the A11 amendment, raising concerns about new all-payer claims database language and whether it should have been heard in the Judiciary and Civil Law Committee. Department of Health staff explained the data-sharing safeguards, de-identification process, fee structure, and enforcement provisions, but Scott remained concerned about privacy and the scope of the program and withdrew the amendment. The committee then moved to final bill discussion. Members and authors described HF 4466 as a lean health finance bill largely conforming Minnesota law to federal HR1 Medicaid-related changes, including work requirements, retroactive eligibility limits, cost-sharing, and home equity provisions. Supporters argued conformity was necessary to avoid major federal funding losses and noted a few additional member bills in the package; opponents criticized the federal changes as harmful, especially for vulnerable populations such as victims of trafficking and domestic violence. Fiscal staff said the bill would save just over $2 million in FY 2026-27 and almost $98 million in FY 2028-29. No final vote on the bill itself was taken in the portion provided.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Floor Session 5/18/25 - Part 2

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Um, researchers, um, for the Republicans, Aaron Berscie, and for the Democrats, Zach Minertz.
  • </c><00:36:27.440><c> for</c><00:36:28.400><c> the</c><00:36:28.960><c> uh</c><00:36:29.119><c> Republican
  • </c> Marissa Mantifel for the uh Republican Marissa Mantifel for the uh Republican side<00:36:30.160>
  • ,</c><00:36:43.920><c> Aaron</c><00:36:44.320><c> Berscie,</c> um for the Republicans, Aaron Berscie,
  • Republicans, we will caucus in our caucus room immediately upon recess. Uh, thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Keywords: 1183, house
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • Knowing that we are a legislature with 101 Democrats, 100 Republicans, but equally tied in the state
  • The provision to sunset is a House Republican provision in the House E12 bill.
  • So, we couldn't, as House Republicans, get enough movement on that.
  • </c> upon both Democrats and Republicans upon both Democrats and Republicans simply<00:23:41.840><c>
  • Are you going to be able to put these bills, these compromises, through your chamber with Republican
Keywords: 1183, house
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

March 12, 2025 - 01:00 PM

Transcript Highlights:
  • On deck, I've got Charles Benoit from the Republican Liberty Caucus. Please be ready to speak.
  • Rick Carlin's, Republican Assembly, waves in support.
  • Michael Levine, Republican Liberty Caucus, waves in support.
  • I can now come back to the Republican Party if this is passed. And I appreciate it very much.
  • And Republicans and Democrats and a Republican governor all signed this law.
Summary: The Criminal Justice Subcommittee heard a series of bills, beginning with HB 759, which would lower Florida’s minimum age to purchase or transfer firearms from 21 to 18. The bill drew strong opposition from gun-violence prevention groups, Parkland survivors and families, and several members who argued the current law was enacted after the Marjory Stoneman Douglas shooting and should not be reversed. Supporters, including gun-rights advocates and some members, argued 18-year-olds are legal adults who serve in the military, vote, and should have full Second Amendment rights. After debate, the committee voted 13-5 to report HB 759 favorably. The committee then unanimously approved HB 431, extending Level 2 background screening requirements for youth athletic coaches through July 1, 2026, and HB 231, which keeps certain medical examiner information confidential, both with little opposition. It also approved HB 663, increasing penalties for unlawfully using tracking devices or apps in furtherance of dangerous crimes, after adopting a technical amendment, and HB 845, which clarifies the intake process for Veterans Treatment Court and removes Veterans Hall of Fame language from the bill. Each of those measures passed without recorded opposition. Members also approved PCS for HB 255, known as Dexter’s Law, which creates a sentencing multiplier for aggravated animal cruelty cases. The bill was presented as a response to a high-profile dog abuse case and was supported by animal welfare and law enforcement groups; members cited animal cruelty as a predictor of broader violence. The committee then approved HB 1021, allowing active law enforcement officers to carry concealed weapons at sporting events, after debate over identification, venue procedures, and whether the bill should extend more broadly; it passed 16-1. Finally, HB 653, adding aggravating factors for capital felonies involving the assassination or attempted assassination of a head of state, was reported favorably after brief discussion about federal penalties and deterrence. The transcript ends as the committee begins hearing HB 6025, a repeal bill related to emergency restrictions on firearms during local states of emergency, but the discussion is cut off before action is taken.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Elections - 03/25/25

Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • Is that Republican, Democrat, uh conservative, liberal values? What is it?
  • Is that Republican, Democrat, uh conservative, liberal values? What is it? Um, well, I can...
  • Republican, Democrat, uh conservative, Republican, Democrat, uh conservative, liberal<00:23:39.760><c
  • It applies equally to Democrats and Republicans.
  • We aren't saying Republican billionaires. We are saying billionaires.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

House Chamber - Opening Day Wed Jan 15, 2025, 10:00AM HST - Day 1

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • of the Republican membership.
  • of the Republican membership.
  • of the Republican membership.
  • of the Republican membership.
  • The 2025 Republican caucus package was created for the Hawaiʻi we know and love.
Keywords: House Agenda:, 910, house, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Taxes Committee 2/11/25

Taxes

Transcript Highlights:
  • And I would also say, as I've suggested to the Republican caucus, I'll suggest it to the DFL caucus too
  • together to have kind of an Republicans together to have kind of an informal<00:15:37.120><c> working
  • </c><00:16:05.279><c> caucus</c> I've suggested to the Republican caucus I've suggested to the Republican
  • She said their real job is not having spirited floor discussions; it is figuring out how Republicans
  • Their real job is figuring out how Republicans and Democrats, the House, Senate, and Governor can work
Keywords: 1183, house
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Jun 15th, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Republicans are voting no.
  • What else is the majority supporting and Republicans are rejecting? 30 seconds.
  • And Republicans are rejecting. 30 seconds.
  • I want to thank both our Democratic staff and our Republican staff.
  • Because of Donald Trump and congressional Republicans, we have a record budget.
Summary: The Assembly convened, initially lacked a quorum, and then completed the roll call, prayer, and pledge. Members observed a moment of silence for the fatal B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base in Assemblymember Lackey’s district. The body then handled a series of procedural motions, including re-referrals of numerous Senate bills to different committees, suspending rules for committee notices, and taking up the budget bill, AB 109, without reference to file for concurrence in Senate amendments. Debate on AB 109, the 2026 budget act, centered on competing views of the state’s fiscal condition and policy priorities. Supporters said the budget balances the current and next year’s budget, reduces the structural deficit, builds reserves, protects health care, schools, housing, food assistance, and other safety-net programs, and responds to federal cuts under H.R. 1. Opponents argued the budget increases taxes and costs, shortchanges schools, underfunds Proposition 36, relies on gimmicks, and does not adequately address public safety, cost of living, or long-term sustainability. Several members also highlighted specific provisions such as hospital support, Medi-Cal and IHSS protections, child care, immigrant legal services, prison closure, and funding for courts and victim services. A motion by Assemblymember DeMaio to return AB 109 to the Senate failed on a roll call vote, 13 ayes to 45 noes. The Assembly then voted on concurrence in the Senate amendments to AB 109; the measure passed, and the Senate amendments were concurred in without objection, with immediate transmittal to the Governor. Afterward, the Assembly moved to the daily file and took up SCR 89, a resolution affirming diversity, equity, and inclusion. Supporters from several caucuses framed DEI as a core California value and a response to federal attacks, while opponents criticized DEI as divisive. The transcript ends during debate on SCR 89, before any final vote is shown.