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CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • Kind of reminds me of the discussions we had in past years over the prisons.
  • The repairs and maintenance in the prisons at the same time, you know, you were going to, if it needed
  • a new prison altogether, where do you make that choice?
  • And the prisons, at the same time, you know, you were going to, if it needed a new prison altogether,
  • My second question is there's a federal prison in my district, San Pedro Terminal Island Prison, which
Summary: The Senate Budget Subcommittee on Corrections, Public Safety, Judiciary, Labor, and Transportation held a hearing focused first on courthouse facility funding and then on the Governor’s proposed court facilities budget. Legislative Analyst’s Office staff outlined the state’s court-facilities funding structure, including the 2002 shift of trial court facility responsibility from counties to the state, the main funding accounts, the insolvency of the construction fund, the move to General Fund support, the backlog of deferred maintenance, and the large estimated cost of needed new construction and repairs. Judicial Council representatives and judges from Los Angeles and Mendocino described severe seismic, safety, ADA, security, and maintenance problems, with examples of floods, elevator failures, asbestos-related closures, and long-delayed or underfunded projects. They argued that chronic underinvestment is making facilities less safe and more expensive to maintain, and that courthouse conditions directly affect access to justice and public confidence. Committee members pressed witnesses on how projects are prioritized, whether population and filing volume are adequately reflected, why reassessments have not been updated since 2019, how long acquisitions and construction take, and what level of funding would actually close the gap. Members also questioned the fixed county contribution, the use of General Fund backfills, and whether the state should set a clearer long-term funding target for the judicial branch. LAO staff emphasized that any new General Fund commitment would require tradeoffs with other budget priorities and said the Legislature must decide its appetite for funding. Judicial Council staff said the current prioritization was based on the 2019 reassessment and trailer bill language, that a new reassessment would cost about $14 million, and that acquisition delays are often driven by willing-seller issues and CEQA requirements. The chair asked for written testimony and indicated the committee would consider a future field hearing. In the second panel, Judicial Council and Department of Finance representatives reviewed the Governor’s budget proposals for court facilities. They said the proposal includes continued backfill for the State Court Facilities Construction Fund, several new construction and reappropriation items, relocation of Los Angeles courtrooms from the Spring Federal Building, and completion of a fire/life-safety project in Orange County. A court executive from Ventura testified that courthouse conditions affect public trust, employee morale, and the quality of service, citing roof leaks, elevator breakdowns, and HVAC failures as examples of why sustained facilities funding is needed.
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Finance Division I (03/14/2025)

Transcript Highlights:
  • population is um towns that have prisons jails<01:26:48.600><c> nursing</c><01:26:49.000><c> homes</
  • up there I think uh state prisons up there I think federal federal federal prison<01:29:45.679><c> um
  • </c> Guard for the fourth time to the prison Guard for the fourth time to the prison ground<03:45:36.960
  • And multiply that by the number of people who are working at the prison, and it's not only the prison
  • and it's not only the at the prison and it's not only the prison<03:55:08.520><c> issue</c><03:55:08.760
Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 187, which would allow parents or guardians to seek restraining orders on behalf of a minor child even when the alleged perpetrator is not a family or household member. Tracy Sirles testified that the bill was prompted by her family’s experience after being told by state police to seek a restraining order, only to learn the current law did not allow it because the offender was the child’s best friend’s father. Members agreed the change was straightforward, noted the fiscal note reflected only a small indeterminate cost to the judicial branch, and moved House Bill 187 ought to pass; the motion was approved unanimously. The committee then discussed House Bill 66, a Right-to-Know bill that removes “citizen” language in favor of “person” in some provisions and allows certain New Hampshire-connected requesters to seek records electronically if the records already exist in that format. Members reviewed concerns about defining “member of the media,” the scope of electronic requests, and a sentence stating appeals would have no filing fee or search charge. After debate, the committee voted to amend the bill by removing that fee-waiver sentence, then recommended House Bill 66 ought to pass as amended. The vote was 6-3. Next, the committee heard from the Environment and Agriculture chair about several solid-waste-related bills being folded into trailer bill language, including House Bill 215 and House Bill 171, with discussion of a possible three-year landfill moratorium and the need to address DEES staffing and funding concerns. DEES later clarified that the revised approach would not require new positions or create a fiscal impact because the new solid waste commission would be self-funded through filing fees. The committee voted unanimously to retain House Bill 215. Finally, the committee considered House Bill 566, which requires landfill permit applications to include a detailed leachate management plan and more information about disposal contracts. The sponsor said the bill was developed with DEES to address leachate problems and improve safety oversight. DEES testified that the bill largely reflects current practice and would have no specific fiscal impact, with existing staff able to absorb any review workload. The committee moved House Bill 566 ought to pass, and the motion was approved unanimously. The committee also briefly discussed House Bill 624, a grant program for local river management advisory committees, but no vote was taken in the portion provided.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Public Safety Committee Mar 17th, 2026

Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • supported as familiar with of SB 474, which limited markup for commissary facilities within state prison
  • Just as we have passed legislation to limit unconscionable commissary costs in prisons, we must have
  • The father broke down crying in open court when the district attorney demanded prison.
  • In contrast, individuals leaving our state prisons have a 42% chance of reoffending.
  • In contrast, individuals leaving our state prisons have a 42% chance of reoffending.
Summary: The committee heard presentations on several bills and one resolution, with testimony largely focused on public safety, criminal justice, and victim/survivor protections. SB 936 by Senator Blakespear would restrict retail sale of larger nitrous oxide canisters to curb youth misuse and impaired driving; supporters included prosecutors, local officials, cities, counties, and environmental groups, while the ACLU opposed the bill unless amended to rely on regulation rather than criminal penalties. Members raised concerns about overbreadth and possible amendments, but the author said the bill would be narrowed and emphasized it would not create jail time, only escalating fines. SB 941 by Senator Padilla would cap commissary markups in private federal immigration detention facilities, mirroring a prior prison commissary law; it drew strong support from immigrant justice advocates and civil rights groups, with no opposition heard, and members expressed support for the measure. SCR 118 by Senator Gonzalez urged release of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein investigation files and greater transparency for survivors. The author and CAST testified in support, emphasizing survivor trauma and accountability; one committee member voiced concern that the resolution could imply facts not yet established and said he would likely abstain, while others supported the resolution as part of broader anti-trafficking efforts. SB 1009 by Senator Becker would require clear and convincing evidence before detaining youth in juvenile hall and would favor less restrictive alternatives; supporters included youth defenders, former system-involved youth, and many advocacy organizations, while probation and district attorneys opposed it, arguing it would limit judicial discretion, strain resources, and could jeopardize public safety. Members were split, with some emphasizing the harms of detention and others warning about home-environment risks and implementation challenges. AB 46 by Assembly Member Nguyen would revise mental health diversion law to give judges clearer authority to deny diversion when public safety is at risk. Support came from prosecutors, probation, and crime survivors who described cases where diverted defendants later committed serious violence; opposition from public defenders and civil rights groups argued that judges already have discretion, diversion is rarely granted, and the bill would reduce access to treatment and worsen outcomes. The author said the bill was a balanced compromise developed with stakeholders. Finally, SB 948 by Senator Aegean would require more comprehensive firearm safety training for firearm safety certificates and require new California residents to register firearms and obtain a certificate within 60 days; supporters from Brady and youth gun-violence prevention groups cited accidental shootings and child deaths, and the author noted possible future amendments on timing for new residents. Throughout the hearing, the chair repeatedly noted the committee lacked a quorum, so no votes were taken during the transcript.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Public Safety Committee Mar 17th, 2026

Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • supported as familiar with of SB 474, which limited markup for commissary facilities within state prison
  • Just as we have passed legislation to limit unconscionable commissary costs in prisons, we must have
  • The father broke down crying in open court when the district attorney demanded prison.
  • In contrast, individuals leaving our state prisons have a 42% chance of reoffending.
  • s limit on diversion will be that Californians with mental health conditions will languish in our prisons
AR
Transcript Highlights:
  • Most of them didn't go to prison because, to stay out of prison, they had to make restitution.
  • Most of them didn't go to prison because, to stay out of prison, they had to make restitution to the
  • Most of them didn't go to prison because to stay out of prison, they had to make restitution to the victims
  • They were both prosecuted and both got 10 years in prison.
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Criminal Justice and Public Safety (01/31/2025)

Criminal Justice and Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c><00:54:14.680><c> um</c> additional felony when prisoners um additional felony when prisoners um
  • and they commit an assault um a prisoner and they commit an assault um as<00:54:31.640><c> defined</
  • For example, second-degree assault, a felony facing up to seven years in prison, would be changed to
  • These are severe prison sentences even without enhancements.
  • I wasn't sure if you said the RSA where the extended prison term already exists.
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Education Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm

Joint Committee on Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • I come to you as an education attorney who works to dismantle the school-to-prison pipeline.
  • our work lives in the intersection of school and the juvenile court, and we work by the school-to-prison
  • And we work by the school-to-prison pipeline by ensuring our clients get the support they need to become
Summary: The Joint Committee on Education held a public hearing on two bills: H.5171, an act relative to safer schools, and H.3895, an act expanding career and technical education opportunities for Lynn students. The hearing focused primarily on H.5171, which would limit school resource officers’ role to serious criminal or delinquent conduct, encourage de-escalation and anti-bias training, and create grants for alternative school safety approaches such as restorative justice. Witnesses from the Mental Health Legal Advisors Committee and the Committee for Public Counsel Services supported the bill, arguing that police involvement in routine school discipline can escalate situations, especially for students with disabilities, and contribute to the school-to-prison pipeline. They described examples of student encounters with SROs that led to fear, arrest, or other harmful outcomes. Committee members raised concerns about school safety, including gang activity and weapons in schools, and asked whether the bill would remove SROs entirely. Testimony clarified that the bill would not eliminate SROs or their role in responding to actual criminal activity, but would narrow their involvement in discipline and encourage better training. One witness, Joey Ford of Parent Data Force, was neutral on H.5171, saying problems often stem from broader district discipline practices, restraint and seclusion, and inconsistent DESE standards rather than SROs alone. For H.3895, Ford testified in strong support, saying career and technical education had been valuable in his own schooling and helped him develop useful skills and stay engaged in school. After testimony concluded and no additional witnesses remained, the committee closed testimony on both bills and adjourned without taking a vote on the legislation.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

House of Representitives Mar 10th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bills on second reading, to be referred: House Bill 957 by Representative Carrier, Title 15, prisoners
  • ; transfer prisoners; provides for notification procedures.
  • I believe it is fitting that he not only ran for president two times, but he also went and freed prisoners
Summary: The House convened with 96 members present, opened in prayer and pledge, and introduced several resolutions and bills. Among the measures laid over were resolutions recognizing Funeral Directors’ Day, the crew of Eve’s anniversary, Crime Stoppers of Greater New Orleans, Nurse Practitioner Day, and condolences resolutions for several individuals. Bills introduced included appropriations measures to pay consent judgments, a property tax exemption bill for certain trusts involving seniors, and a nursing practice bill on administering reconstituted medication. Committee reports were also received, including favorable reports and amendments on multiple House bills from Civil Law and Transportation. The chamber adopted several resolutions without objection, including condolences for former Speaker Joe R. Salter, Derek Scott, and Leroy Cavalier, recognition of Bernardo de Gálvez and Hispanic contributions to the American Revolution, Codafield Day, Drew Brees’ Hall of Fame election, and support for continued National Guard operations at Camp Beauregard. Other resolutions were referred to committees, including measures on DOJ transparency regarding Epstein-related records, a housing rental assistance feasibility study, LHSAA recognition of dance and cheer as sports, and a study of disinheritance procedures for intestate successors. During personal privilege remarks, Representative McCormick discussed PILOTs (payments in lieu of taxes), citing legislative auditor findings about limited reporting and local entities’ authority to approve PILOTs, and questioned their economic development impact. Representatives also recognized a visiting 7th grade class from Trinity Episcopal School and held a moment of silence honoring Reverend Jesse Jackson. Announcements included upcoming committee meetings, a rescheduled Transportation Committee meeting with additional bills added, an ethics training after adjournment, and a Bible study meeting the next morning. The House then adjourned until 2:00 p.m. the following day.
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Mar 6th, 2026

State Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • One ringleader, one of the people who had stolen millions, is now spending 28 years in prison, and that
  • programs one ring leader for one of the people was had stolen millions he's now spending 28 years in prison
  • and that is just one of the programs that so far years in prison.
Committee: House State Affairs
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

JDC Informational Briefing 12-08-2025

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's not an immigration facility; it is a prison.
  • It's not an immigration facility; it is a prison.
  • It's not an immigration facility; it is a prison.
  • It is a federal prison detention center.
  • </c><01:46:40.800><c> has</c> is kidnapped, put in a in a prison has is kidnapped, put in a in a prison
Summary: The Judiciary Committee held an informational briefing on the impact and legality of federal immigration enforcement efforts in Hawaii, with Chair Carl Rhodes framing it as the sixth and final interim briefing in a series on the rule of law and local effects of federal actions. He said the discussion would focus on due process concerns, questioning and detention of citizens and lawful immigrants, free speech issues, and pressure on state and local law enforcement, and noted the issues may be revisited in the 2026 regular session. There was no public testimony or committee vote; only invited speakers presented. Dr. Amy Agayani opened by arguing that immigrants are integral to Hawaii’s history, economy, and communities, and contrasted that with what she described as harmful narratives portraying immigrants as criminals. She cited figures that one in five Hawaii residents is foreign-born, that immigrants make up about 20% of the labor force and over 27% of entrepreneurs, and that roughly 40,000 people in Hawaii are undocumented, many of whom may have pathways to legal status but face language, information, and court barriers. She also said federal enforcement has expanded beyond undocumented immigrants to include citizens and lawful residents, and warned that attacks on birthright citizenship and visa categories could affect many families. Matina Mock of the legal clinic emphasized the complexity of immigration law and the severe lack of legal representation, noting a nationwide backlog of 11.3 million immigration-related applications and 3.4 million court cases, plus about 1,400 pending immigration cases in Honolulu with only two immigration judges. She said Hawaii has only six or seven nonprofit immigration legal service providers, and that represented clients are far more likely to obtain relief. Mock described a recent case involving a lawful student visa holder who was transferred among multiple federal facilities before being brought to Honolulu without clear notice, which she said illustrated due process violations. She also said ICE activity in Hawaii has sharply increased, with about 150 arrests from January to July 2025, a 380% increase over the same period in 2024, and that many detainees have no criminal record. Stephanie Haro Sevilla and another clinic fellow described 2025 enforcement as a major shift driven by a January executive order, the end of prior limits on arrests in sensitive locations, and arrest quotas they said require 3,000 arrests per day nationwide. They said this has led to arrests without warrants or probable cause, broader targeting of people with minor offenses or no criminal history, and the use of resources from other federal agencies and local law enforcement for civilian immigration enforcement. They also said the federal detention center in Honolulu is holding roughly 40 to 80 civilian detainees on any given day, often in conditions they characterized as prison-like, and warned that the current escalation could eventually affect lawful permanent residents and naturalized citizens. The speakers urged the public to support immigrant-rights advocates and local protective policies and funding measures.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • It'd be like moving them from one prison to another or moving them from maximum security to medium, or
  • would allow you to be in your home and in your community setting versus being behind barbed wire and prison
  • It'd be like moving them from one prison to another or moving them from maximum security and medium or
  • would allow you to be in your home and in your community setting versus being behind barbed wire and prison
  • looking for the change because what we're saying is these individuals deserve to do some time in prison
Summary: The House convened, called the roll, offered prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognized the Nurse of the Day and several student and athletic groups, including Career Tech students, charter school students, Meridian Tech students, and Carl Albert championship teams. A lengthy personal privilege/farewell-style speech was delivered by Representative Lepak, reflecting on his service, family, staff, and legislative colleagues, and offering general advice about public service and the legislative process. The chamber then took up several Senate bills. SB 1369, creating a 988 revolving fund to support Oklahoma’s mental health lifeline, passed 85-7. SB 1441, clarifying penalties for drones contacting critical infrastructure, passed 80-2. SB 137, adding DUI/GBI to electronic monitoring ineligibility and clarifying Department of Corrections language, passed 72-18 after questions about retroactivity and administrative authority. SB 843, raising the minimum ADA threshold from 400 to 550 for school districts to hire relatives of board members, passed 77-4, and its emergency clause also received the required two-thirds vote. The most extensive debate centered on SB 483, which would have authorized county commissioners to establish a relocation assistance program for people seeking to move to supportive housing or services. Members raised concerns about homelessness policy, county capacity, public-private partnerships, safeguards, and possible misuse or “bussing” of people between communities. The bill ultimately failed 35-52, and notice was given of a possible motion to reconsider. Later, SB 1433, requiring agencies to publicly post guidance documents and note they lack the force of law, passed unanimously; SB 1257, updating THC-related language in controlled substances law, passed 68-13; and SB 1365, updating promotional fund language for state retail outlets, lodges, gift shops, and golf courses, failed 43-42, with notice of reconsideration also given. The House then moved to recess until 1:15 p.m.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Human Services Jan 28th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • our jails, are not the people who are serial rapists and murderers, the people who are political prisoners
  • So, and people can be like me who can be political prisoners, you know, and be punished because they
  • Yet private prisons operate under a profit model that too often rewards cost cutting at the expense of
  • Yet private prisons operate under a profit model that too often rewards cost cutting at the expense of
  • I prepare victims for when the offender releases from prison.
Summary: The Senate Human Services Committee held an evening hearing on several bills. Senate Bill 6249, sponsored by Sen. Torres, would require all people convicted of stalking to be supervised by the Department of Corrections. Staff explained current community custody rules and said the bill would make stalking convictions subject to DOC supervision; the fiscal note had been requested but not yet received. The sponsor and several survivors and advocates testified in support, saying stalking is dangerous, victims need ongoing monitoring, and supervision could help prevent future harm. No vote was taken. The committee also heard Senate Bill 6255, sponsored by Sen. Lovelett, which renames and updates the Legislative Executive Poverty Reduction Oversight Task Force (LuPRO) as the Legislative Executive Economic Justice and Well-Being Task Force, expands membership, and revises duties to monitor and update the state’s 10-year plan to dismantle poverty. Staff said the bill has a partial fiscal note showing a $4,000 OSPI cost for a report, with no additional cost beyond that this biennium. Testimony from DSHS and a constituent supported the bill as a way to improve coordination and accountability in poverty reduction efforts. Senate Bill 6286, sponsored by Sen. Orwall, would authorize the Department of Health to fine private detention facilities that deny inspectors entry, with escalating daily fines and a new account to support people harmed by wrongful detention or ICE-related abuse. The sponsor and supporters framed the bill as a human rights and public health measure, citing complaints about food, sanitation, medical care, and mental health conditions in private detention facilities. The committee then heard Senate Bill 6224, sponsored by Chair Wilson, which would create a Children and Youth Behavioral Health Leadership Council to implement the Washington Thriving Strategic Plan and extend the existing work group. Supporters from state agencies, providers, parents, and advocates emphasized early intervention, cross-system coordination, and youth mental health needs; one witness opposed the bill, arguing it should focus more on non-psychiatric causes of distress. The hearing ended with no recorded votes or final action on the bills.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Human Services Jan 27th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • Corrections did not need to go out and purchase millions of dollars of abortion pills when their prisoners
  • Corrections did not need to go out and purchase millions of dollars of abortion pills when their prisoners
  • Millions of dollars went to this fund over the last few years to make sure the inmates in prison have
  • Millions of dollars went to this fund over the last few years to make sure the inmates in prison have
  • Millions of dollars went to this fund over the last few years to make sure the inmates in prison have
Summary: The Senate Human Services Committee heard public testimony on Senate Bill 5977, which would require DCYF to publish child near-fatality review reports within 180 days and post them publicly, with confidential information redacted as allowed by law. Senator Nikki Torres said the bill is intended to improve transparency, accountability, and child protection. There was no public testimony on the bill, and the hearing was closed. The committee then heard Senate Bill 6184, an Office of Homeless Youth request bill sponsored by the chair. The bill makes technical and policy updates to OHY programs, including replacing the term “street youth” with “unaccompanied homeless youth,” allowing certain flexible funds to go directly to youth or vendors, renaming and making permanent the H-Sync program, expanding eligibility and housing options in the Independent Youth Housing Program, and clarifying shelter and reporting provisions. Testifiers from Commerce, advocates, school support organizations, and a youth advocate all supported the bill, emphasizing that the changes would improve access, consistency, and housing stability for unhoused youth. The hearing was then closed. The committee moved into executive session on seven bills. SB 5681, concerning intellectual and developmental disability services at age 20, had Amendment A1 fail and the proposed substitute was adopted and sent to Ways and Means. SB 5917, regarding abortion medication in DOC, saw one amendment adopted and multiple Christian amendments rejected before the bill was sent to Rules. SB 5942, renaming the DCYF Oversight Board as the DCYF Accountability Board and revising its duties, had only Amendment C16 adopted; the amended bill passed to Rules. SB 6024, on duplicative audits for community residential providers, passed without amendment. SB 6036, concerning adult family homes and foster care licensees, had Amendment D1 adopted and the bill passed to Rules. SB 6085, on the DOC institutional welfare account, had Amendment E1 adopted and the bill was sent to Ways and Means after several other amendments failed. In each case, the committee voted to advance the bill after considering amendments, with most of the proposed changes from Senator Christian failing except where noted.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Criminal Justice Jan 20th, 2026

Criminal Justice

Transcript Highlights:
  • seems like no other offense, not even murder, is deemed a life sentence whether you are in or out of prison
  • The perpetrator walks free while I remain in prison. I am not free still today.
  • The perpetrator walks free while I maintain in prison. I am not free still today.
  • The vast majority of those carry a minimum prison sentence on the score sheet.
  • almost every one of these crimes that's listed as a dangerous offense under this statute would go to prison
Bills: S0212 , S0656 , S0682 , S0810 , S0812 , S0890 , S0892 , S0900 , S0928 , S1084 , S1284
Summary: The committee took up a series of criminal justice and public safety bills. SB 1084, which exempts certain identifying and location information for non-legal support staff in state attorneys’ offices from public records requests, was supported by prosecuting attorneys and reported favorably. SB 212, as amended, created new restrictions related to sexual offenders and predators, including a 200-foot restricted presence provision near certain locations and updated notification/supervision requirements; it drew strong opposition from researchers, advocates, and affected families who argued it lacked evidence and would increase homelessness, but it was reported favorably. SB 682, addressing domestic violence, coercive control, strangulation, animal abuse, injunctions, and related training and enforcement issues, received emotional survivor testimony and support from animal welfare and law enforcement groups and was reported favorably. SB 656, creating and renaming FDLE Internet Crimes Against Children funding and grant programs, was amended and reported favorably and unanimously. The committee also considered SB 810 on sealing criminal history records, which would expand eligibility for some non-conviction records and one low-level misdemeanor conviction after waiting periods and judicial review; supporters said Florida is unusually restrictive, while one senator raised concerns about the scope, and the bill was reported favorably. SB 890, creating a standalone battery by strangulation offense applicable outside domestic relationships, was reported favorably after the sponsor said it would close a gap in current law. SB 892, revising habitual offender and violent career criminal sentencing procedures and notice requirements, was reported favorably, with defense lawyers supporting the clearer pretrial notice. SB 928, “Missy’s Law,” requiring immediate remand to custody after conviction of certain dangerous crimes, was amended to include computer pornography/child exploitation offenses and reported favorably after a family member of the namesake victim testified in support. Later, SB 1284 modernized arrest and search warrant statutes, expanding judicial summons options for some misdemeanors and broadening warrant/arrest authority in certain DUI, injunction, domestic violence, and misdemeanor force cases; defense lawyers supported the judicial-discretion portions but raised concerns about DUI/BUI arrests, and the bill was reported favorably. Finally, SB 812, a technical companion to SB 810 updating public records treatment for sealed criminal history records, was amended to clarify prosecutorial access for later cases and reported favorably. Several bills were supported by law enforcement, prosecutors, and advocacy groups, while others drew opposition from civil liberties, treatment, homelessness, and criminal defense advocates. The meeting adjourned after members recorded additional votes on selected tabs.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Governor Tim Walz Media Availability 12/4/25

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • and to be able to make sure that that snapshot of what's there is the people who did it will go to prison
  • the safeguards around it because the real goal here certainly is to catch people and put them in prison
  • People are continuing to go to prison. of the number? of the number?
  • People are continuing to go to prison.
  • A jury in America sentenced that guy to 40 years in prison.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Apr 28th, 2025

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Let's talk about injecting blue dye into prisoners to see if it could create blue eyes as we were the
  • queer victims were kept in separate facilities for fear that homosexuality would spread to other prisoners
  • Even worse, many victims were forced to continue to serve their arbitrary prison sentences.
  • The first album that was found was of the prisoners, of the people who would be mass exterminated.
  • There isn't a single picture of a prisoner.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
  • of workers at the prisons.
  • You know, we have a school that is totally committed to prison education.
  • When you turn someone out of prison, you give them 20 bucks and a shirt, and that's it.
  • Well, we are in the process of building a huge prison facility, and we have to put in new equipment and
  • Yes, and then I know you're looking at a second prison, but we are trying to just take care of the first
NJ

New Jersey 2026-2027 Regular Session

Assembly Session Jun 30th, 2026

New Jersey House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Do they let all these prisoners out onto the street? Do the illegals...
  • Do they let all these prisoners out onto the street?
  • Do we impose a special tax on companies that house federal prisoners? No.
  • Every single inmate sitting in a prison, $75,000.
  • Hospital, the phantom prison savings, all of that is small stuff.
ND

North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session

Protection and Victim Services Committee May 13th, 2026 at 09:00 am

Protection and Victim Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • So where can we do better instead of paying for prison terms?
  • Maybe prison doesn't scare them, but maybe losing some money might have an effect.
  • You can't put a corporation in prison, but you can and... Penalties.
  • There is a case and now you got 10 years in prison.
  • Luring already has a minimum mandatory penalty of one year in prison.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Public Education Mar 18th, 2025

Public Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • in the prison system, you are subject to go to. to the prison system.
  • He may be in the pipeline to the prison system.
  • We're setting kids up to go to prison.
  • We talk about a school-to-prison pipeline. There's a home-to-prison pipeline as well.
  • They took a look at, I think, 880 prisoners.
Bills: HB6 , HB27 , HB 123 , HB210 , HB213 , HB222 , HB610 , HB 1085 , HB1481 , HB6 , HB27 , HB123 , HB210 , HB213 , HB222