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OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Public Safety Apr 7th, 2026

Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • Of course.
  • And of those 2027, the sum of blank blank to be deposited, and of those funds appropriated, the sum of
  • They are housed out of the city of Tulsa and Oklahoma City.
  • Will there be questions of the author? Questions of the author.
  • And there is none that I know of that's anticipated this year because of our... but the result of mechanical
Summary: The Public Safety Committee met and first held House Bill 3045. It then heard and passed several bills, beginning with HB 1250, which creates a public safety technology revolving fund for Attorney General grants to support the Blue Jay pilot program, a voluntary traffic-stop safety app. Members questioned whether the fund would actually be financed this year and how municipalities would be selected; the author said no funding source was yet identified and the bill was only creating the fund. HB 1250 passed 8-0. The committee also passed HB 2710, creating the Oklahoma Emergency Communications Act and a 15-member board to develop a strategic plan for improving emergency radio communications among state, local, and tribal agencies. The author explained the bill was meant to address communication gaps and interoperability problems, with no fiscal impact. HB 3831, dealing with Oklahoma Task Force One, drew extensive discussion over its funding structure and blank appropriations language. The bill would place the urban search and rescue team in state law and seek a reliable funding source; members discussed the team’s statewide disaster response role, its Tulsa and Oklahoma City bases, and a carve-out excluding wildland firefighting. It passed 8-0. Other measures approved included HB 4408, which sets a protocol for calculating and directing savings from State Questions 780 and 781 into the proper drug diversion account; HB 1002, requiring law enforcement to inform stalking victims about certified domestic violence program advocates; HB 3008, extending the sunset date for the Board of Tests for Alcohol and Drug Influence to 2031; HB 3086, requiring the Department of Corrections director to keep the Board of Corrections informed about budgets and inmate deaths; HB 3595, creating a DPS revolving fund for counties and municipalities to buy vehicle-barrier equipment to prevent crowd-vehicle attacks; HB 3678, expanding electronic-harassment protections for public officials to include municipal officials and school board members; HB 4107, establishing penalties for unauthorized activation or misuse of emergency warning sirens; and HB 3695, revising the definition of great bodily injury in a DUI-related context. HB 3595 passed 6-1 and HB 4107 passed 6-2; the other bills passed unanimously or near-unanimously after brief questioning and debate.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

WAL Public Hearing - Thu Feb 12, 2026 @ 9:00 AM HST

Water & Land

Transcript Highlights:
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  • situation</c><00:57:40.960><c> right</c> kind of overview of the situation right kind of overview of
  • of the board of resident and a member of the board of water<01:43:15.520><c> supply</c><01:43:16.159
  • /c> some of the testimony in support of this some of the testimony in support of this we<02:10:38.239
  • </c> supportive um um of of of having that supportive um um of of of having that discussion<02:24:13.920
Summary: The committee heard testimony on HB 1846, relating to shoreline mitigation districts. DLNR and the Office of Planning opposed the bill, arguing it would improperly shift regulatory roles between the agencies and prioritize private land interests over public trust and natural and historic resources. Supporters, including the Shoreline Preservation Coalition, Kahana Bay residents, and Hawaii Realtors, said regional planning is needed to address severe erosion, especially in Kahana, and that better coordination between state and county agencies could help move stalled projects forward. Testifiers emphasized that shoreline conditions vary by area and that science-based, region-specific solutions are needed. Members asked questions about whether existing law already allows regional planning and emergency shoreline responses. DLNR said it already has authority to process regional projects and cited an existing draft EIS for Kahana Bay that would proceed through normal permitting and public hearing channels. Supporters responded that the bill would provide a clearer regional planning framework and help communities facing urgent erosion impacts. No vote was taken on HB 1846 in the portion provided. The committee then took up HB 2205, relating to emergency erosion mitigation. DLNR opposed the bill, saying it already has authority to issue emergency permits and had recently done so quickly for a collapsed sidewalk at Queen Surf Beach, and warning that the bill’s language could weaken Act 16 by changing a prohibition on shoreline hardening to a requirement to merely minimize it. Kahana Bay representatives and other supporters argued the bill would create a limited, regulated short-term pathway for emergency shoreline solutions while long-term plans are developed, and said current permits have expired or stalled, leaving dangerous sandbags and no practical relief. Additional testimony from a private homeowner stressed that erosion is threatening homes and that private owners are often bearing the cost of protecting public shoreline access. The discussion remained focused on balancing emergency protection, public access, and long-term shoreline management, and no final action was taken in the excerpt provided.
NV
Transcript Highlights:
  • of crime.
  • Ford obviously was very supportive of this because of the economics of the session that you're all aware
  • of.
  • So that's kind of the structure of the board, the department, and the two sections of the department.
  • Three of them were appointed by members of the legislature, one by the Supreme Court of Nevada.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House State Government Finance and Policy Committee 2/26/26

State Government Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
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  • of some of the Now, from the experience of some of the other<00:10:56.880><c> states</c><00:10:57.200
  • we're part of a big pool or whether we're part of lots of small pools.
  • </c> grant, which is kind of, I think, one of grant, which is kind of, I think, one of the<01:24:29.600
  • an accident of the timing of the only an accident of the timing of the creation<01:30:50.159><c> of<
Bills: HF3422, HF3461, HF2904
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

HWN-WLA, HWN DEFER Public Hearings 02-10-2026

Hawaiian Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • It allows the Department of Hawaiian Homes to assume historic preservation review of the effect of any
  • </c> any of the islands. any of the islands.
  • </c> out of. out of.
  • </c> districts instead of having some sort of districts instead of having some sort of v<00:48:07.520
  • </c> of our of our reefs. of our of our reefs.
Summary: The committee heard testimony on several measures affecting Hawaiian affairs, historic preservation, water access, and land governance. SB 1406 would let the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands assume historic preservation review for projects on lands under its jurisdiction, except for properties listed or nominated for the state or national historic registers. DHHL supported the bill, while a descendant testifier strongly opposed it, arguing that burial and preservation review protects ancestors and should not be streamlined or reduced. No questions were raised and the bill was moved on after testimony. SB 521 would require DHHL to work with county water boards or water departments to provide potable and agricultural water on Hawaiian homelands, with agreements made public. DHHL said it already works with counties but objected to the bill’s mandatory language, saying it could undermine the department’s discretion and independence. A public testifier supported the measure, and committee discussion focused on how water requirements could affect subsistence lots and infrastructure decisions. The committee then took up SB 3247, which would create a Royal Mausoleum Commission within DLNR to oversee preservation, operations, and outreach at Mauna Ala. State Parks said it valued existing collaboration with the aliʻi trusts but wanted clarity on roles, coordination, and funding if a new commission is created. The Royal Order of Kamehameha strongly supported the bill as a culturally grounded way to protect the site, while several other testifiers opposed it, saying the real issue is the curator selection process and warning that a commission could add bureaucracy and delay. The committee also heard SB 1654, authorizing transfer of certain state lands to DHHL, and SB 112, which would add the DHHL chair or designee to the Hawaii Community Development Authority; the Attorney General and HCDA offered technical and policy comments, with HCDA opposing the board change and DHHL supporting participation to protect beneficiary interests. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion provided.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

JDC Public Hearing 02-10-2026

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • Sandy Ma for AAW of Hawaii. Gabbard, members of the committee.
  • University of Hawaii.
  • University of Hawaii.
  • University of Hawaii.
  • Back to the top of the top of &gt;&gt; All right.
Summary: The Judiciary Committee heard testimony on several bills. SB 2248 would expand financial disclosure requirements to certain gubernatorial nominees subject to Senate confirmation. The State Ethics Commission supported the measure, saying disclosures should be filed before confirmation so the public and interested parties can review them in advance. Testimony was overwhelmingly in support, with 22 supporters, no opposition, and one comment. SB 2530 would broaden Hawaii’s campaign contribution ban for state and county contractors to include officers and immediate family members, and would extend the ban to certain grantees and their officers and family members, with specified contract thresholds. The Campaign Spending Commission said the bill is its own proposal and would align the thresholds with procurement guidelines. Testimony was entirely favorable, with 30 in support, no opposition, and two comments. Members asked about conforming amendments and how the existing prohibition on soliciting contributions applies; CSC said the calendar-day language clarifies current practice and that the solicitation ban already applies to contractors, with the bill extending the same standard to officers and immediate family members. SB 2732 would require courts to consider a defendant’s ability to pay when setting bail, including excluding public benefits from income calculations and clarifying the 40-hour affordability benchmark for those above 150% of the federal poverty level. The Office of the Public Defender, the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission, and the ACLU of Hawaii supported the bill, arguing that unaffordable bail creates wealth-based disparities, contributes to jail overcrowding, and can cause severe collateral consequences for people not yet convicted. There was one opposition testimony and 18 supporters. Committee discussion focused on when the 40-hour period should begin, how income would be verified, and whether misrepresentation could affect bail; the Public Defender said the measure should be read to start from initial appearance and that judges could address false statements through existing remedies. SB 2871 would prohibit discrimination based on perceived characteristics, association with someone who has or is perceived to have protected characteristics, and intersectional combinations of characteristics. The Department of Education supported the intent but asked for clear definitions, while the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission said the bill does not add new protected classes and simply codifies the Lamb v. University of Hawaii decision on intersectional discrimination. LGBTQ+, civil rights, ACLU, and other advocacy groups testified in support, with one opposition testimony and a total of 27 in support, two opposed, and one comment. The committee then heard SB 2919, which appropriates funds for one full-time public deputy public defender position. The Public Defender’s Office said the position would provide statewide legal support and a centralized resource on constitutional, appellate, and immigration-related issues; several advocacy groups supported the measure, and committee questions focused on how the new position would complement existing training and keep staff updated on changing law.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session 02-03-2026 11:30am

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair has read the journal of the preceding day and approves the same.
  • There are some guests in the gallery from Christian Homeschoolers of Hawaii.
  • </c> gallery from Christian Homeschoolers of gallery from Christian Homeschoolers of Hawaii.<00:01:39.439
  • </c> on, and then a uh, fellow constituent of on, and then a uh, fellow constituent of the<00:02:32.800
  • </c><00:02:33.920><c> the</c> the Winward side and member of the the Winward side and member of the Kaneoh
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Indian, Rural and Cultural Affairs Feb 3rd, 2026 at 10:04 am

Senate Indian, Rural & Cultural Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • , scope, and continuing impacts of forced sterilization of indigenous...
  • Because of The poverty barriers make women of color vulnerable in these ways because of the cultural
  • Protections because of all of these, we are being taken advantage of, and there's a concerted effort,
  • The ACLU of New Mexico stands in strong support of Senate Memorial 14.
  • If we go through doing all of this, will it be helpful having the power of the State of New Mexico behind
Bills: SM14
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Edfin Committee Meeting - 2025-04-28

Education Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • of Higher Education.
  • There are a number of spreadsheets in your packet. Of identifying it.
  • of ensuring all of our students can read well.
  • to our state and to the education of all of Minnesota's children.
  • Lori Smith, who I met here in this room... when she came to testify on behalf of the Universal School
Bills: HF1388
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Senate May 11th, 2026

Louisiana Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Reading of the journal. Official Journal of the Senate.
  • Jay Darden, Reggie Dupuy, Noble Ellington, University of Louisiana System President, our friend Rick
  • of the former members of this body.
  • of Alcohol and Tobacco Control of the Department of Revenue.
  • As of about 8 this morning, there were 150 of them.
Bills: SCR63, SCR12, HB89, HB451, HB595, HB617, HB621, HB730, HB1064, HB1125, HB221, HCR58, SB106, SB206, SB248, SB441, SB104, SB122, SB180, SB260, SB424, SB476, SCR9, SCR30, SB57, SB414, SB525, SB35, SB65, SB135, SB215, SB246, SB249, SB269, SB276, SB282, SB296, SB323, SB363, SB369, SB474, SB484, SB490, SB492, SB500, SB501, SB513, HCR31, HB462, HB547, HB613, HB691, HB712, HB720, HB723, HB728, HB735, HB747, HB759, HB825, HB845, HB846, HB903, HB904, HB907, HB923, HB929, HB941, HB962, HB965, HB1036, HB287, HB370, HB515, HB521, HB570, HB1200, HB29, HB39, HB58, HB67, HB73, HB76, HB77, HB82, HB112, HB121, HB125, HB132, HB134, HB151, HB154, HB155, HB161, HB166, HB187, HB191, HB207, HB211, HB224, HB238, HB241, HB242, HB250, HB260, HB265, HB275, HB300, HB320, HB338, HB339, HB349, HB379, HB399, HB427, HB463, HB464, HB468, HB545, HB550, HB551, HB565, HB588, HB639, HB725, HB782, HB805, HB808, HB834, HB847, HB853, HB858, HB861, HB883, HB916, HB937, HB977, HB1012, HB1027, HB1044, HB1054, HB1091, HB1117, HB90, HB127, HB138, HB150, HB201, HB268, HB273, HB285, HB315, HB354, HB355, HB360, HB376, HB445, HB506, HB606, HB649, HB665, HB681, HB721, HB746, HB757, HB781, HB835, HB844, HB857, HB872, HB886, HB889, HB892, HB982, HB987, HB1037, HB1068, HB1072, HB1078, HB1085, HB1132, HB1137, HB1167, HB1174, HB1232, HB1238, HB23, HB136, HB17, HB21, HB51, HB55, HB74, HB106, HB108, HB133, HB140, HB159, HB168, HB215, HB226, HB263, HB296, HB299, HB322, HB364, HB519, HB535, HB538, HB568, HB571, HB622, HB635, HB676, HB772, HB784, HB1006, HB1018, HB1033, HB1034, HB1043, HB1070, HB1134, HB1237, HB1239, HB36, HB119, HB126, HB129, HB245, HB271, HB280, HB337, HB351, HB677, HB726, HB789, HB850, HB956, HB966, SB149, SB382
Summary: The Senate convened with 32 members present, heard a guest prayer from Pastor Dr. Michael Linton, and proceeded through routine journal approval and legislative bureau reports. The chamber received numerous House messages on passed Senate bills and House bills, introduced several resolutions and concurrent resolutions, and recognized Former Legislators’ Day with remarks honoring deceased former members and welcoming back past legislators and other officials. The Senate also adopted SCR 63, which asks the Legislative Auditor to review how fiscal notes are developed and prepared, after an amendment clarifying the study’s scope and a 33-0 vote. The body then took up a series of Senate bills returned from the House. It concurred in House amendments to SB 106 (crime scene recordings/public records), SB 206 (blood pressure testing in schools, narrowed to athletes), SB 248 (polling place closures for very small precincts), SB 104 (highway memorial designation), SB 122 (bridge preservation), SB 180 (disabled veterans’ homestead exemption transfer language), SB 260 (youth athletics safety training/Coach Safely Act), and SB 476 (garnishment service wording). It rejected House amendments to SB 441 on pre-kindergarten programs. SB 57 on nutrition cleanup, SB 414 on medical debt protection, SB 525 on unclaimed property purchases, SB 501 on postsecondary health information postings, and SB 276 on bail bond producer affidavits all advanced or passed, with SB 57 and SB 414 ultimately passing and SB 525 and SB 501 also receiving final passage. The Senate also adopted SCR 30, a resolution urging Congress to ensure accountability and release of Epstein-related files, and later took up SB 513, a pilot program involving average bid/design-build contracting for certain airport-related projects, which passed 25-10 after extended questioning about its purpose and safeguards. SB 484, revising higher education governance and removing LUMCON language in favor of a study commission, passed 36-1. In personal privilege remarks, senators recognized Louisiana Arts Day and introduced guest Ed Tillman. The chamber then began a long series of House bills, including HB 462 on the Capital Area Road and Bridge District board composition, HB 547 on photographing voter registration information, HB 613 on marking driver’s licenses with citizenship status, HB 691 on voter-roll verification through the federal SAVE system, and HB 712 waiving certain OMV fees for homeless individuals; several of these bills were explained and moved toward final passage as the session continued.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Senate May 11th, 2026

Louisiana Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Jay Darden, Reggie Dupuy, Noble Ellington, University of Louisiana System President, our friend Rick
  • of the former members of this body.
  • of Alcohol and Tobacco Control of the Department of Revenue.
  • the Office of the Clerk of Court.
  • of the Clerk of Court.
Bills: SCR63, SCR12, HB89, HB451, HB595, HB617, HB621, HB730, HB1064, HB1125, HB221, HCR58, SB106, SB206, SB248, SB441, SB104, SB122, SB180, SB260, SB424, SB476, SCR9, SCR30, SB57, SB414, SB525, SB35, SB65, SB135, SB215, SB246, SB249, SB269, SB276, SB282, SB296, SB323, SB363, SB369, SB474, SB484, SB490, SB492, SB500, SB501, SB513, HCR31, HB462, HB547, HB613, HB691, HB712, HB720, HB723, HB728, HB735, HB747, HB759, HB825, HB845, HB846, HB903, HB904, HB907, HB923, HB929, HB941, HB962, HB965, HB1036, HB287, HB370, HB515, HB521, HB570, HB1200, HB29, HB39, HB58, HB67, HB73, HB76, HB77, HB82, HB112, HB121, HB125, HB132, HB134, HB151, HB154, HB155, HB161, HB166, HB187, HB191, HB207, HB211, HB224, HB238, HB241, HB242, HB250, HB260, HB265, HB275, HB300, HB320, HB338, HB339, HB349, HB379, HB399, HB427, HB463, HB464, HB468, HB545, HB550, HB551, HB565, HB588, HB639, HB725, HB782, HB805, HB808, HB834, HB847, HB853, HB858, HB861, HB883, HB916, HB937, HB977, HB1012, HB1027, HB1044, HB1054, HB1091, HB1117, HB90, HB127, HB138, HB150, HB201, HB268, HB273, HB285, HB315, HB354, HB355, HB360, HB376, HB445, HB506, HB606, HB649, HB665, HB681, HB721, HB746, HB757, HB781, HB835, HB844, HB857, HB872, HB886, HB889, HB892, HB982, HB987, HB1037, HB1068, HB1072, HB1078, HB1085, HB1132, HB1137, HB1167, HB1174, HB1232, HB1238, HB23, HB136, HB17, HB21, HB51, HB55, HB74, HB106, HB108, HB133, HB140, HB159, HB168, HB215, HB226, HB263, HB296, HB299, HB322, HB364, HB519, HB535, HB538, HB568, HB571, HB622, HB635, HB676, HB772, HB784, HB1006, HB1018, HB1033, HB1034, HB1043, HB1070, HB1134, HB1237, HB1239, HB36, HB119, HB126, HB129, HB245, HB271, HB280, HB337, HB351, HB677, HB726, HB789, HB850, HB956, HB966, SB149, SB382
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee 4/14/26

Children and Families Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • validity of of the length of um the validity of removal,<00:10:13.640><c> then</c><00:10:13.800><c>
  • </c> it as of today. it as of today.
  • </c> behalf of MRC. behalf of MRC.
  • </c><01:03:50.960><c> the</c> so many of them um on the day of the so many of them um on the day of the
  • </c> front of you. front of you.
Bills: HF4407, HF4382
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/04/2026 - Senate Judiciary and Elections

Judiciary and Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • As many of you recall, the prospect of not... In strong support of SB 1452.
  • Just kind of...
  • of sessions.
  • For Director of the Office of Administrative Hearings.
  • Of those, we issued decisions in 1,606. Yes, 94% of those were in favor of the agency. 1,606.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Environment and Natural Resources Jan 13th, 2026

Environment and Natural Resources

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Harold: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for
  • And we do have a pot of money.
  • Larger pots of money.
  • , with the expansion of a new policy-based... ...of $50 million for those projects.
  • part of the foundation of agriculture.
Bills: S0544, S0636, S0848, S0546
Summary: The Environment and Natural Resources Committee met with a quorum and took up several bills. SB 636 on beach management, by Senator Leek, would create additional pathways for counties and municipalities to obtain critically eroded beach or area of critical state concern designations, shifting the process toward a more proactive approach. Senator Smith and Senator Harrell raised concerns about local capacity and funding, and the Florida Shore and Beach Preservation Association said the bill was an alternative pathway but emphasized the need for more recurring funding. The bill was reported favorably. The committee then considered SB 544, which transfers the Golf Course Best Management Practices Certification Program from DEP to FDACS and establishes certification and training standards there. Senator Smith and Senator Harrell asked about environmental oversight, taxation, and whether the change would affect state park restrictions; the sponsor said it would not change tax treatment or park rules and that DEP would still handle enforcement if BMPs are not followed. The Florida Springs Council opposed the bill, arguing golf courses are not agriculture and warning of weaker protections for springs, while the Florida Golf Course Superintendent's Association supported the move as a continuity and participation measure. After adopting a technical amendment, the committee reported the bill favorably, with Senator Smith voting no. SB 848 on stormwater treatment, also by Senator Trunow, was amended to clarify the role of water quality enhancement areas while stormwater rules are still being finalized and to make public-land project review forward-looking. Resource Environmental Solutions supported the amendment and bill as providing a clearer market for water quality credits, and the Florida Home Builders Association supported the measure. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably. SB 546 by Vice Chair Mayfield would require 30-day public notice before meetings reviewing the sale or exchange of state conservation lands, including at water management districts; after a technical amendment, it received support from conservation groups and was reported favorably. The committee also received a DEP presentation on the State Park Amenities Report, which said Florida’s 175 state parks drew over 28 million visitors and generated a $3.6 billion economic impact. DEP identified nearly $759 million in needed repairs and upgrades over 10 years and $1.39 billion in contemplated new construction and development in unit management plans. No votes were taken on the presentation, and the meeting adjourned after no further business.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The ghosts of the committee members are the spirits of the committee members.
  • Both all of us, go ahead.
  • Months and years of wages are kind of buried.
  • in support of the bill.
  • I would even be in favor of considering some kind of criminal sanctions.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • to require the Office of Court Administration (OCA) to submit a report of findings to the Governor and
  • Office of Court Administration? Oh, Office of Court Administration. Okay.
  • by Senator Johnson, about the confidentiality of information in a declaration of informal marriage.
  • It's about the rights of the sole managing conservator of a child in relation to enrollment in school
  • by Senator Parker, about the prosecution of barratry and solicitation of professional employment.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • a study about digital reporting and to require the Office of OCA to submit a report of findings to the
  • Office of Court Administration. Oh, Office of Court Administration. OK.
  • by Senator Johnson about the confidentiality of information and a declaration of informal marriage.
  • It's about the rights of the sole managing conservator of a child relation to the enrollment in school
  • of professional employment. 2733.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee 3/24/25

Transportation Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • the fiscal part of it kind of<00:04:01.120><c> self-explanatory</c> of self-explanatory of self-explanatory
  • > the</c> to to kind of alleviate some of the to to kind of alleviate some of the technological<00:36
  • of this of reducing see the the side of this of reducing time<00:37:52.960><c> and</c><00:37:53.280>
  • </c> the purpose of their of the business's the purpose of their of the business's establishment<00:41
  • </c><00:59:19.760><c> of</c><00:59:20.160><c> of</c> this bill forward um this issue of of of this bill