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MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Racial Equity, Civil Rights, and Inclusion Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on Racial Equity, Civil Rights, and Inclusion
Transcript Highlights:
- I sit here as a veteran United States Navy, right?
- I talked to you a lot about veterans, veterans of color, women veterans, and then you now being in this
- , they have a look to a veteran, right?
- No, we've been hiring veterans, particularly disabled veterans, for a long time, but the veteran class
- We are also proud to support our veterans.
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Racial Equity, Civil Rights, and Inclusion held an informational hearing on diversity, equity, and inclusion in Massachusetts; no bills were heard or voted on. Chairs Bud Williams and Liz Miranda opened by framing the hearing as a response to recent federal actions they said threatened DEI efforts, funding, and civil rights protections in education and other sectors. They said the committee would hear from experts, agencies, advocates, and businesses about the legality and benefits of DEI and the impact of federal actions on the Commonwealth.
Secretary of Education Patrick Tutwiler testified virtually that Massachusetts is pushing back against federal efforts to restrict DEI, including guidance and certification demands directed at schools. He highlighted state investments in early education, child care, early college, career and technical education, and educator diversity, arguing these efforts help close opportunity gaps for Black and brown students, students with disabilities, English learners, and other underserved groups. In response to member questions, he said federal education dollars are core to services for students and that the state is prepared to fight funding cuts while monitoring impacts across K-12, early education, and higher education.
Elizabeth Matos of the Attorney General’s Office said DEIA programs remain legal under state and federal law and described AG guidance issued to help institutions navigate federal confusion. She reviewed litigation the office has joined or won, including efforts involving withheld school funds, museums and libraries, the Minority Business Development Agency, Head Start, AmeriCorps, and other federal actions. Members asked about immigration-related fear and profiling, and Matos pointed to existing Know Your Rights guidance, said complaints to the Civil Rights Division have increased, and noted the office is seeing issues involving housing discrimination, employment, public accommodations, and threats to call ICE. She also said the office is open to further legislative ideas but did not discuss specifics.
Evelyn Carter, a social psychologist, testified that diversity, equity, and inclusion are often misunderstood and defined the terms plainly, emphasizing that diversity is a group characteristic, equity addresses unequal starting points, and inclusion is about belonging and access. She argued that DEI matters because it creates guardrails against bias, helps make environments accessible, and addresses ongoing inequities. In response to questions, she suggested practical strategies such as using clear criteria and written records in decision-making, broadening who is considered part of one’s in-group, and pairing bias awareness with concrete behavior-change tools. The hearing also included testimony from Meredith Tewitt of the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women, who spoke about the importance of DEI for women, veterans, and people who rely on federal institutions, and urged lawmakers to continue supporting inclusion and access.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
HSH/PBS Joint Public Hearing - Wed Mar 12, 2025 @ 8:50 AM HST
Transcript Highlights:
- cemeteries, would establish the Veterans Cemeteries Board within the Office of Veterans Services of
- federal veteran cemetery?
- federal veteran cemetery?
- Veteran Cemetery operated by the state instead of being purchasable or being a federal veteran cemetery
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Summary:
At the joint hearing on SB 951 SD2, the committees heard testimony on a child protection measure requiring mandatory child abuse and neglect reports to include military status and to improve communication between DHS and the Department of Defense. The U.S. Department of Defense testified in support and described its coordinated community response process for abuse reports, saying the bill would help ensure child safety and better coordination with DHS. DHS was initially absent, later appeared, and said it supported the measure but was still working with DOD on implementation details and staff training. Members asked about how DHS becomes involved and whether there were gaps in the current process. The chair recommended passage with technical amendments, including changing the effective date to 7/1/25 and conforming related language, and both committees adopted the recommendation by vote.
The Public Safety committee then heard SB 1377 SD2, which would create a Veterans Cemeteries Board within the Office of Veterans Services in the Department of Defense to provide guidance, education, and technical assistance to state veteran cemeteries. DOD supported the bill and explained that county-run cemeteries must meet National Cemetery Administration standards to remain eligible for federal reimbursements and grants; witnesses described past compliance problems at several cemeteries, including one still not compliant in Hilo, and said the board would help counties prepare for future site visits and improve oversight without taking over operations. Members asked about costs, reimbursement amounts, and whether the state would assume cemetery operations; DOD said the current reimbursement process runs through the state to the counties and that direct takeover would be costly. The committee adopted the chair’s recommendation to pass the bill with amendments.
The committee also heard SB 1382, which would make intentionally or knowingly causing bodily injury to a National Guard member performing duty a class C felony. The Hawaii National Guard and HPD supported the bill, citing incidents during the Maui response where Guard members encountered noncompliant and sometimes physically confrontational individuals while assisting police and protecting impacted areas. Testimony emphasized that Guard members are often unarmed and should receive protections similar to first responders. One witness opposed the bill, but the committee moved forward and adopted the chair’s recommendation to pass with amendments.
Finally, the committee took up SB 1379 SD2 on emergency preparedness and Community Readiness Centers. Hawaii Emergency Management supported the bill, and supporters said it would create a statewide framework for resilience hubs that can provide supplies, action plans, and refuge during disasters. Testimony highlighted recent hurricanes, wildfires, and other hazards, and argued the measure would complement existing county efforts rather than replace them. County of Hawaii testimony opposed the bill, raising concerns about overlap and cost, while members asked about estimated expenses and implementation. The discussion ended with questions about planning and whether the bill would enhance existing programs; no final vote was captured in the excerpt.
NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
New York State Senate Session - 05/26/2026
New York Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We read about veterans who helped with suicide prevention, veteran homelessness, people who have worked
- He is truly an amazing addition to today's Veterans Hall of Fame.
- Marine Corps veteran. Thank you for your service.
- WE READ ABOUT VETERANS WHO HELPED WITH SUICIDE PREVENTION, VETERAN HOMELESSNESS, PEOPLE WHO HAVE WORKED
- MARI MARINE CORP S VETERAN AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.
Summary:
The Senate convened, approved the prior journal, and then moved through a series of budget-related and ceremonial items. The chamber accepted Rules and Finance Committee reports and took up several budget extender and budget implementation bills, including the main appropriations extender and later a transportation, economic development, and environmental conservation budget bill. Senators questioned the sponsor extensively about the status of the remaining budget bills, the use of messages of necessity, and the absence of joint budget conference committees. The extender bill passed 59-2, and later budget-related measures were advanced after reconsideration and amendment.
A major portion of the session focused on the environmental and energy provisions in the budget bill, especially changes to the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. Senators debated extending emissions targets, the role of cap-and-invest, utility affordability, ratepayer impacts, and the structure of a proposed blue-ribbon commission. Supporters said the changes were needed to give the state more time to implement the law and to protect affordability, while opponents argued the bill was a political delay that would not lower energy costs and relied too heavily on subsidies and future planning. The bill also drew questions about electric vehicle rebates, thermostat control programs, emergency diesel generation for Micron, and how imported electricity and out-of-state emissions would be treated.
The Senate also adopted several previously adopted resolutions honoring the 50th anniversary of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators, India Independence Day, the New York State Veterans Hall of Fame, and the 50th anniversary of Interfaith Works of Central New York. Senators spoke in support of each resolution, highlighting the contributions of Black legislators, Indian-American communities, veterans, and refugee and interfaith service organizations. The Veterans Hall of Fame ceremony was specifically noted as a chamber event, and guests were recognized from the floor and gallery.
In addition, the Senate restored recalled bills to the third reading calendar through reconsideration votes and amendments, including a highway law bill and another recalled bill, and then stood at ease for scheduled conferences and a Veterans Hall of Fame ceremony before resuming session. The transcript ended with discussion of a separate bill affecting automobile insurance serious-injury standards, with questions about what claims would remain available and whether the change would improve affordability.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- The credit would be in lieu of any other credit available to the veterans.
- I am also a veteran.
- But, as I I am also a veteran.
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- We need to honor the veterans, do.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 11 Feb 18th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- House Bill 378 by West, Josh, of the House and Stanley of the Senate, an act relating to veterans.
- House Bill 3078 by West, Josh, of the House and Stanley of the Senate, an act relating to veterans.
- Last year, we had a veteran who passed away.
- House Bill 3257 by Hall of the House and Woods of the Senate, an act relating to veterans.
- House Bill 3257 by Hall of the House and Woods of the Senate, an act relating to veterans.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Up next is Senator Lakey on RS 32897 relating to veterans. Mr.
- This one deals with veteran services assets, so real property, personal property, those...
- Veterans Services assets, so real property, personal property, those used to be held in trust by the
- That was changed in the year 2000 when those assets were moved to the Division of Veteran Services.
- Then 65-2-10 dealt with the construction of the North Idaho Veterans Home, and it provided for state.
Committee:
Senate Commerce and Human Resources
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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- I am part of the Paralyzed Veterans of America.
- I am part of the Paralyzed Veterans of America.
- I am part of the Paralyzed Veterans of America.
- I am part of the Paralyzed Veterans of America.
Committee:
Senate Human Services
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- This is a bill requested by our veteran service organizations, with the support of the veterans community
- donations fund or the deposit of money is received for contributions to veteran service organization
- service organizations with the support of the veterans community This is a bill requested by our veteran
- service organizations with the support of the veterans community.
- Thank you, members. ...for Arizona's veterans. With that, I'd be happy to answer any questions.
Keywords:
public safety, retirement system, investments, trust fund, board of trustees, financial report, income tax rebate, Pinal County, taxpayer eligibility, state revenue, financial assistance, transaction privilege tax, business location, tangible personal property, shared vehicle, sourcing, income tax, veterans, donations, tax refunds
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House DFL Press Conference 5/6/25
Transcript Highlights:
- that's actually doing amazing work to fight fraud and abuse that's aimed after our seniors, our veterans
- that's actually doing amazing work to fight fraud and abuse that's aimed after our seniors, our veterans
- ,</c><00:04:46.960><c> and</c><00:04:47.280><c> our</c> after our seniors, our veterans, and our after
- our seniors, our veterans, and our government<00:04:48.000><c> services</c><00:04:48.400><c> that</c
- It's certainly not going to help the folks who the seniors and the kids and the veterans and whoever
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-03-06 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Florida established a veterans dental care grant program within the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
- Veterans Foundation and dental providers across the state.
- Yet many veterans do not qualify. component of overall health.
- Florida established a veterans dental care grant program within the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
- dental services to eligible veterans through partnerships with the Florida Veterans Foundation and dental
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Status of Persons with Disabilities Jun 3rd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So the veteran community, the disability community, the intersectionality between those two.
- So the veteran community, the disability community, the intersectionality between those two.
- , it is a few more service-disabled veteran-owned businesses than disability-owned, but the intention
- , it is a few more service-disabled veteran-owned businesses than disability-owned, but the intention
- , it is a few more service-disabled veteran-owned businesses than disability-owned, but the intention
Summary:
The Massachusetts Permanent Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities opened its June virtual meeting with roll call and approval of the March minutes. The chair reported on recent “Meeting the Moment” community conversations, noting strong attendance and positive feedback from the Lowell event, and announced the next community conversation will be held July 14 in Northampton. The commission also previewed its National Disability Employment Awareness Month event for October 7 at the State House, which will include a panel on artificial intelligence and its impact on people with disabilities.
A major presentation came from the Supplier Diversity Office on its Empowering Abilities in Contracting and Employment (EAC) program. The coordinator described the program’s history from a 2016 law and 2018 pilot to its statewide launch on July 1, 2025, and said it now applies to new statewide contracts. She reported about 292 active disability-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses certified, about 40 vendors currently on EAC contracts, and growth expected to about 80 by July and more than 130 by November. The program’s goals include increasing certification and contracting opportunities, improving workforce participation, and reaching a 3% disability workforce goal among vendors. Members praised the program and asked about the mix of disability-owned and veteran-owned businesses, geographic reach, and how the model might be replicated elsewhere.
The advisory council update highlighted ongoing collaboration across access, employment, youth transition, housing, health equity, transportation, technology, and AI, with members sharing resources and planning to support the October employment event. Subcommittees then reported on recent work: the disability employment subcommittee heard about transition-to-employment barriers, the disability employment tax credit, veteran services, and a State Exchange policy brief on disability employment; the workforce supports subcommittee hosted a webinar on apprenticeships as a response to workforce shortages in disability services; and the long-term services and supports/health equity subcommittee heard presentations on care coordination resources and on health care inequities for people with disabilities during and after COVID. The executive director also reported on ongoing meetings with state agencies and advocacy groups about MassHealth, caregiving, aging, AI, and employment barriers such as the benefit cliff. The meeting ended with commissioner announcements on the Paul Spooner Generational Leadership Summit and a Medicaid summit, discussion of housing and transportation as employment-related issues, and a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- That when it all... veterans health and community... yeah, that's it, Veterans Health and Community Wellness
- The 417 is the Veterans Commission transfer.
- Commission for health and care services for military veterans.
- Reinvestment Fund to the Missouri Veterans Homes Fund.
- As you said, one of them is the Missouri veterans.
Committee:
House Budget
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Members, Texas is home to over one million veterans.
- To a hundred percent disabled veterans in 2009. Ms. Trotzkler, for what purpose?
- Property tax exemptions for veterans? That's, no, the exemptions already exist.
- of a designated County Executive Official or for the Subcommittee of Defense of Veterans.
- For the Committee on Homeland Security, Public Safety and Veterans Affairs, SJ.
Bills:
HB14 , HJR31 , HB43 , HB18 , HB 106 , HB36 , HB26 , HB149 , HB 121 , HB206 , HB136 , HB3114 , HB2733 , HB1732 , HB3700 , HB467 , HB 1130 , HB1846 , HB1442 , HB 1147 , HB2176 , HB2701 , HB805 , HB2890 , HB 1154 , HB1644 , HB2118 , HB1718 , HB2488 , HB2596 , HB1971 , HB2468 , HB484 , HB2578 , HB3204 , HB 1041 , HB307 , HB685 , HB1710 , HB538 , HB2525 , HB3125 , HB2027 , HB2894 , HB3077 , HB3684 , HJR99 , HB1399 , HJR5 , HB1330 , HB2110 , HJR2 , HJR6 , HB1587 , HB14 , HJR31 , HB43 , HB18 , HB 106 , HB36 , HB26 , HB149 , HB 121 , HB206 , HB136 , HB3114 , HB2733 , HB1732 , HB3700 , HB467 , HB 1130 , HB1846 , HB1442 , HB 1147 , HB2176 , HB2701 , HB805 , HB2890 , HB 1154 , HB1644 , HB2118 , HB1718 , HB2488 , HB2596 , HB1971 , HB2468 , HB484 , HB2578 , HB3204 , HB 1041 , HB307 , HB685 , HB1710 , HB538 , HB2525 , HB3125 , HB2027 , HB2894 , HB3077 , HB3684
Keywords:
nuclear energy, advanced reactors, energy security, grant programs, Texas Advanced Nuclear Energy Office, farm products, tax exemption, ad valorem taxation, agriculture, Texas Constitution, livestock, producer, finance, young farmers, financial assistance, pest control, rural health, hospital funding, healthcare access, mental health services
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, March 10, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- WHERE HE WOULD GO ON TO WORK AS He returned to Arkansas to serve as the Arkansas Department of Veterans
- Thompson: I recognize essential legislation that supports our nation's veterans.
- We must ensure our veterans are cared for and have the resources they need to thrive so no veteran is
- to veterans.
- $23 TO VETERANS.
Keywords:
Holocaust, remembrance, Emancipation Hall, ceremony, commemoration, Iran, Iranian protests, Islamic Republic, free and democratic Iran, human rights, women, life, freedom, morality police, political prisoners, internet shutdown, communications blackout, civil liberties, democracy, self-determination, regime repression, dissidents
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 35 Apr 6th, 2026
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- following order of business will be followed today: prayer, pledge of allegiance, introduction of veteran
- Introduction of veteran of the week. Introduction of doctor and nurse of today.
- Please recognize Representative Cornwell to present the Veteran of the Week.
- Representative Cornwell, you're recognized to present the veteran of the week. Thank you, Mr.
- Members, today I'm honored to introduce to you a great American in Oklahoma as Veteran of the Week: Mr
Bills:
HR1037 , HR1043 , SB1491 , SB1451 , SB1286 , SB1581 , SB1521 , SB201 , SB1290 , SB169 , SB1377 , SB1991 , SB1346 , SB1509 , SB1928 , SB2028 , SB2071 , SB2110 , SB2117 , SB2127 , SB2134 , SB722 , SB3
Summary:
The House convened, completed the roll call, prayer, pledge, and a series of ceremonial recognitions and introductions. Chaplain Ronnie Wilson delivered the invocation, and the chamber honored Veteran of the Week Bobby Joe Floyd for his Army service and decades in Oklahoma law enforcement. Members also recognized a visiting youth performer, Nova Williams, and adopted House Resolution 1037 recognizing April as National Poetry Month and House Resolution 1043 recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month.
The House also featured several special presentations tied to Caregivers Day, including introductions of Dr. Mukesh Perrek as Doctor of the Day, Dr. Colby Kipp as Psychologist of the Day, and Cynthia Cothram as Nurse of the Day. Additional guests from Stillwater Medical Center and Share Medical Center were welcomed, and Representative West presented Metropolitan Library System poet laureate Hallie Waugh, reading one of her poems in honor of Poetry Month. Representative Hill then recognized the week’s pages, highlighting students from across Oklahoma and their academic and extracurricular achievements.
In floor action, Representative Schreiber moved to request further conference on House Bill 1851, and the motion was adopted without objection. The House also reassigned measures according to the Majority Floor Leader’s list. After announcements, Representative Kennedy hosted a special presentation for the Oklahoma Rifle Association and NRA-related guests, and the House adjourned until Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 31 Mar 30th, 2026
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Please recognize Representative Manger to present the Veteran of the Week.
- Representative Manger, you are recognized to introduce the Veteran of the Week.
- Representative Manger, you are recognized to introduce the Veteran of the Week.
- Members, thank you for honoring Chief Kula as Veteran of the Day today. Clerk will read.
- And whereas the state of Oklahoma holds its veterans in the highest esteem and gratefully acknowledges
Summary:
The House convened, the roll was called, and members proceeded through the day’s order of business, including prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, introductions, and routine floor announcements. Chaplain Ronnie Wilson delivered the invocation, and Chief Master Sergeant Walter Kula Jr., U.S. Air Force retired, was recognized as Veteran of the Day for more than 26 years of service and continued civic leadership. The House also welcomed student pilots from multiple countries training at Vance Air Force Base, social workers and social work students for Legislative, Education, and Advocacy Day, and a group of pages introduced by the Majority Leader.
Several honorees were presented to the chamber, including Doctor of the Day Chanel Gray of Tallahena Hospital/Choctaw Nation Hospital, Psychologist of the Day Dr. Mary Shepard, and Nurse of the Day Robin George. Members also recognized the Edmond Memorial Bulldogs palm squad for a fifth consecutive 6A large mixed state championship and the Dover Longhorns basketball team for winning the Class B-2 state title. Additional floor remarks included birthday greetings and a poem directed at Representative Anthony Moore.
The transcript does not show debate on substantive legislation or recorded votes. The only formal action reflected at the end was a motion to adjourn, and the House agreed to stand adjourned until Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
House of Representitives Mar 11th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- He is a Korean War veteran. I was blessed to be asked to be a pallbearer for him.
- public officials, and the things we do... ...for the community, was that not only did he serve as a veteran
- and a very proud veteran, until he was 92, he participated in the Korean American War Veterans Association
- like to ask for a moment of silence, both for my uncle, Melvin Truche, but also all the Korean War veterans
- Highway 1510 in Washington Parish as Veterans Park Memorial Highway.
Summary:
The House convened with a quorum present, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then moved through a series of personal privileges and ceremonial recognitions. Members offered remarks honoring Representative Wright’s uncle, a Korean War veteran, and presented House Resolution 4 honoring former Speaker Joe R. Sauter, with several members and family members speaking about his service, humility, faith, and character. The chamber also recognized the Louisiana Federal Directors Association, celebrated Representative Bagley’s mother’s 96th birthday, welcomed Miss Natchitoches City of Lights, and later welcomed the North Shore Focus group at the Capitol.
The House received Senate messages on SCR 4, SCR 7, and SCR 8, all of which lay over, and enrolled H.R. 4 through 8. Members introduced several new measures, including resolutions on the death of Reverend Dr. William J. Shaw, support for a federal voter ID measure, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Day, a study of the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students, and support for eliminating the U.S. Department of Education; these were assigned numbers and lay over. The chamber also adopted, without objection, several resolutions already on the floor, including H.R. 10 recognizing Funeral Director’s Day, H.R. 11 honoring the crew of Eve’s 40th anniversary, H.R. 12 for Nurse Practitioner Day, H.R. 13 on Dorothy Prevost, and H.C.R. 13 honoring Crime Stoppers of Greater New Orleans.
Committee reports and bill referrals were then taken up. New bills included a crime prevention and security district in Arlene’s Parish and consent-judgment appropriation measures. The House also received numerous committee reports, mostly favorable or with amendments, on bills dealing with court jurisdiction, child relocation, highway and bridge memorial designations, software standards of care, harmful material to minors, and ferry terminal naming. Several of these were ordered engrossed or had amendments adopted. The session ended with announcements about upcoming committee meetings, a reminder about interim emergency board ballots, and a motion to adjourn until Monday at 3:00 p.m., which passed without objection.
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
House of Representitives Mar 11th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- He is a Korean War veteran. I was blessed to be asked to be a pallbearer for him.
- , you know, and the things we do for the community was that, you know, not only did he serve as a veteran
- and a very proud veteran, until he was 92, he participated in the Korean War American, you know, Korean
- American War Veterans Association in Jefferson, but the whole time during the funeral mass and the comments
- like to ask for a moment of silence, both for my uncle, Melvin Truche, but also all the Korean War veterans
Summary:
The House convened with a quorum present and opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Members then used personal privilege remarks to honor a number of individuals and groups, including a moment of silence for Representative Wright’s uncle, Korean War veteran Melvin Truche, and a tribute to former Speaker Joe R. Sauter through House Resolution 4. Speakers described Sauter as a humble, faith-centered public servant and asked for a moment of silence and applause in his memory. The chamber also recognized the Louisiana Federal Directors Association, celebrated Representative Bagley’s mother’s 96th birthday, and welcomed Miss Natchitoches City of Lights and the North Shore Focus group.
The House received Senate messages on SCR 4, SCR 7, and SCR 8, which would commemorate St. Patrick’s Day and designate Capitol recognition days for the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival and the Meat and Oyster Festival; all were laid over. The House also received and laid over several new measures, including resolutions on the death of Reverend Dr. William J. Shaw, voter identification and election integrity, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Day, a study of the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students, and support for eliminating the U.S. Department of Education. A new House bill was introduced to create the Regency Park Townhomes Crime Prevention Security District, and another to appropriate funds for consent judgments.
Several resolutions were adopted without objection, including House Resolution 10 designating Funeral Director’s Day, House Resolution 11 commending the crew of Eve on its 40th anniversary, House Resolution 12 recognizing Nurse Practitioner Day, House Resolution 13 on Dorothy Prevost, and House Concurrent Resolution 13 commending Crime Stoppers of Greater New Orleans. Committee reports were also received on a number of bills, including transportation and civil law measures, many involving highway and bridge designations such as memorial highways for Speaker Joe Sauter, Eugene Washington, Trevor Avenue, and others. The House also noted upcoming committee meetings, an open interim emergency board ballot deadline, and adjourned without objection until Monday at 3:00 p.m.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- creating or criminal offense, referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, Public Safety, and Veterans
- For the Subcommittee on Defense and Veterans Affairs...
- issuance of a driver's license referred to the community on homeland security public safety and veterans
- The Committee on Homeland Security, Public Safety, and Veterans Affairs.
- to survivors of certain military—Texas military forces refer to the Subcommittee on Defense and Veterans
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- John Almodin, Office<00:35:37.680><c> of</c><00:35:37.760><c> Veterans</c><00:35:38.120><c> Services,
- </c><00:35:38.760><c> State</c><00:35:39.000><c> of</c> Office of Veterans Services, State of Office
- </c> comprised of Office of Veterans comprised of Office of Veterans Services, Services, Services, our
- </c> the grounds of the Hawaii State Veterans the grounds of the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery.
- If you're familiar with the cemetery grounds at Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery in Kaneohe, towards the
Committee:
House Labor
Keywords:
automated external defibrillator, AED, cardiac arrest, state buildings, health education, public health, lifeguards, first responders, public safety, ocean safety, emergency response, Hawaii, workers' compensation, auditor, procurement audit, compliance, Department of Human Resources Development, transparency, accountability, medical care