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FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-03-12 (1:00PM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And each of those were faced with investigation by the appropriate authorities.
- Guard.
- This bill authorizes the boards of historic Black cemeteries to generate revenue for maintenance and
- The amendment removed the following items from the House bill: authorization for private and charter
- It authorizes the use of automatic license plate recognition systems on private property for certain
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Feb 10th, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Washington House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Ryan was a teacher, a Coast Guard veteran, lived in Shoreline, and was a man in his 40s.
- An act relating to authorizing multiple legal licenses to have license last line.
- An act relating to social housing public development authorities and amending R.C.
- Insert Housing Public Development Authority. There are amendments. Amendment 1480.
- The public housing authority can't do anything on their own.
Bills:
HB1160, HB1289, HB1339, HB1798, HB1002, HB1065, HB1155, HB1916, HB2264, HB1078, HB1687, HB1701, HB1717, HB1795, HB1859, HB2088, HB2091, HB2107, HB2109, HB2110, HB2113, HB2124, HB2125, HB2133, HB2134, HB2140, HB2151, HB2152, HB2155, HB2165, HB2185, HB2191, HB2205, HB2211, HB2219, HB2228, HB2229, HB2230, HB2235, HB2238, HB2242, HB2245, HB2249, HB2253, HB2254, HB2269, HB2272, HB2283, HB2304, HB2317, HB2340, HB2343, HB2385, HB2406, HB2417, HB2426, HB2445, HB2452, HB2472, HB2492, HB2501, HB2531, HB2574, HB2606, HB2664
Keywords:
design review, local government, land use, zoning, project permits, housing density, middle housing, affordable housing, parking minimums, single-family zoning, infill development, growth management, comprehensive plan, permit streamlining, objective development regulations, architectural review, administrative review, transit-oriented development, accessory dwelling units, ADU
Summary:
The House considered and passed a series of bills on topics including public employee bargaining communication, condominium and middle-housing development, building code changes for scissor stairs, substance use disorder monitoring for nursing assistants, pet insurance continuity, liquor licensing flexibility, voter registration challenges, concealed pistol license records exemptions, social housing public development authorities, services for people with developmental disabilities, rent increase notices, and unlawful detainer notices. Members repeatedly described the housing bills as efforts to increase supply, improve affordability, and fix prior statutory problems, while the health-related bills were framed as improving patient comfort, provider flexibility, or workforce consistency. Several measures were advanced without amendment, while others were substituted with committee recommendations before final passage.
The most debated item was Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1916 on voter registration challenges. Supporters said it would curb mass or frivolous challenges, protect voters, and give election officials clearer standards and more accountability. Opponents argued it would make legitimate voter challenges harder, reduce citizen oversight of voter rolls, and weaken election integrity. Multiple amendments were offered to reduce penalties from felony to gross misdemeanor, allow electronic challenges, remove county-residency limits, and strike sections of the bill; most were rejected, though one amendment removing the same-county requirement was adopted. The bill ultimately passed after a divided vote.
Other notable debate included House Bill 2152, which would allow terminally ill patients in hospitals and similar facilities to use medical cannabis; supporters emphasized dignity and comfort at end of life, while one opponent worried about added burdens on rural hospitals. House Bill 2235, concerning Public Records Act exemptions tied to concealed pistol license records and a permit-to-purchase framework, passed with strong support. House Bill 1687 on social housing public development authorities passed after an amendment restored city council involvement in housing cooperation decisions, while House Bill 2249, relating to Washington Technical employees and civil service treatment, passed with a larger number of nays. The House then placed additional bills on second reading and adjourned until the next legislative day.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, May 15, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- This builds a win for Indiana, for our National Guard, and our veterans and Hoosier taxpayers.
- From the heartland of northern Ohio and western Pennsylvania and our shores from coast to coast to the
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- We cannot continue to cede congressional authority to a president who acts like this.
- Pope Leo, a great American moral authority, says the future belongs to men and women in peace.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- statute, insurers must pay a $5 per vehicle year fee to support the motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority
- This bill will give Tex DMV the authority it has historically exercised.
- Um, thank you to our author who is, uh, constantly done a great job when it comes to the, the movers
- applying for the authority to enforce the federal regulations.
- So anyways, uh, this bill simply allows a local authority to essentially put up the stop signs, alert
Bills:
HB 341, HB 469, HB 971, HB 1624, HB 2721, HB 2959, HB 3365, HB 3731, HB 3793, HB 3861, HB 3946, HB 3966, HB 4348, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4924, HB 4966, HB 5563
Keywords:
affordable housing, zoning, development, community support, local regulations, bicycle lanes, traffic collisions, Texas Department of Transportation, study, public safety, bicycles, electric bicycles, scooters, road safety, transportation study, commercial vehicle, safety standards, enforcement, Texas counties, transportation
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- You just walk down Congress Avenue, and you'll see private security guards doing what is in their authority
- Again, our mental health authority CEO is in the room.
- My local mental health authority is called the Gulf Coast Center, and I am a voting member on that board
- I actually am on the board for the local mental health authority, Gulf Coast.
- It's authorized under Section 8.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Science, Technology and Energy (02/09/2026)
Science, Technology and Energy
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c> better drafted uh or you know more guard better drafted uh or you know more guard rails<01:10:47.440
- The sea coast is not going to be the same as the north country.
- Yes, if I really wanted to, I could turn off storm guard mode.
- /c><05:36:10.000><c> and</c><05:36:10.160><c> assigns</c> authority that goes out and assigns authority
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Ask the author a question. The author of the bill? Senator Huffman? The author of the bill. Yes.
- The author of the bill, Senator Huffman? The author of the bill. Yes. Do you yield? Yes.
- Question of the author. Senator Alvarado, do you yield? I do.
- Well, I'll say the FAA has already authorized 500 hours of beach closure per year and has authorized
- A question of the author. Do you yield, Senator Campbell? I do.
Summary:
The Senate opened with an invocation and then took up several conference committee matters and resolutions. It granted the House request for a conference committee on House Bill 46 and adopted a conference report on Senate Bill 37, which was described as higher education governance reform, including stronger board authority, changes to faculty senates, general education requirements, and a new ombudsman office. Senators also adopted a large package of resolutions and HCRs by voice vote.
A major focus was Senate Bill 12, the “Parental Bill of Rights,” whose conference report was adopted after extended questioning. The bill was described as giving parents more access to school materials and grievance procedures, requiring parental consent for student clubs, and restricting school district employees from assisting with social transitioning or related gender-identity instruction. Senators raised concerns about effects on students already socially transitioned and on parental rights in medical or psychological decisions; the author said the House language was retained in key areas and that districts would need policies and parent notification. The report passed 20-11.
The Senate then adopted a resolution allowing the conference committee on Senate Bill 1, the state budget for fiscal years 2026-2027, to go outside the bounds, and later adopted the budget conference report. Senators highlighted major funding for public education, property tax relief, public safety, health and human services, child care, water and transportation infrastructure, and the Texas Energy Fund. The budget discussion also covered higher education, mental health facilities, community attendant wages, rural hospitals, DFPS case management, child care assistance, and a study rider on TRS. The report passed unanimously, 30-0.
Finally, the Senate suspended rules to take up Senate Bill 8 and adopted its conference report. The bill requires counties with jails or jail contracts to participate in the federal 287(g) immigration enforcement program, with sheriffs choosing among available models and counties receiving tiered grants to help cover costs. Supporters framed it as a public safety measure targeting criminal illegal aliens, while opponents questioned whether it would divert local resources and increase fear in immigrant communities. The report was adopted after debate.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Strong support; thank the author.
- Strong support, thank the author.
- I would love to be at it as a co-author.
- I would love to be added as a co-author.
- More than happy, I'd like to be added as co-author, and I appreciate the author bringing it forward and
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, April 30, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- <04:52:13.520><c> over</c> authority over authority over tariffs.<04:52:15.680><c> They</c><04:52:16.000
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- We have the authority as pass the CRA.
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Senate and Governmental May 20th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And so this bill gives them the authority to do that with adequate...
- And so this bill gives them the authority to do that with adequate notice to the state.
- I was looking at the co-authors. I don’t see Representative Kerner as a co-author.
- Stephen Gillay, who is a noted authority on campaign law and campaign finance law.
- Yeah, Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority East. I thought.
Summary:
The Senate and Governmental Affairs Committee met on May 20, 2026, with a quorum present and no minutes available for approval. The committee first heard HB 181, which would let the legislative auditor review income tax data to verify eligibility for Medicaid and, at LDH’s request, SNAP. The auditor said the work would be limited to internal data testing under sharing agreements and not disclosed to third parties. After questions about privacy and duplication, the bill was reported favorably to the floor without objection.
The committee then took up HB 906 on presidential preference primaries and party nominating petitions. The Secretary of State and bill author said the measure would let major parties decide whether unaffiliated voters may participate in their primaries, with 180 days’ notice to the state, and would keep party rules consistent within presidential years so elections can be programmed properly. Several senators raised concerns that the bill would disenfranchise no-party voters and give parties too much control, but supporters said both major parties had approved the approach. The committee voted 4-3 to report the bill favorably.
Members also advanced HB 398, which would require the judiciary to use the federal GSA meal per diem rate instead of the current higher state judicial rate; HB 1052, which strengthens confidentiality protections for child abuse investigations handled by child advocacy centers and multidisciplinary teams; HB 1245, which protects witness criminal history records from unintended public release in clerk of court records; HB 202, which requires state civil service or hiring agencies to notify applicants when a vacancy is filled or they are rejected; HB 540, which requires disclosure of paid digital election advertising; HB 9, designating stuffed shrimp as a Louisiana specialty; HB 1057, extending the validity of absentee-by-mail applications for military voters from one year to two; HB 225, proposing a constitutional amendment to limit governors to two lifetime terms; HB 177, allowing retired court reporters to contract with former public employers; and HB 459, requiring disclosure when campaign materials use AI, with amendments adopted after discussion of First Amendment and campaign finance concerns. The committee also rejected an amendment to HB 1057 that would have expanded Sunday early voting in certain parishes. After the bills, the committee held confirmation hearings for James Kelly and Charles Wilkinson to the Board of Supervisors of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, both of whom described education and workforce development backgrounds and were favorably received.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- And so this bill gives them the authority to do that with adequate...
- And so this bill gives them the authority to do that with adequate notice to the state.
- Oh, co-author sheet. Sheriff Wiley, she has two bills. H.B. 1245, Representative Wiley.
- I was looking at the co-authors. I don't see Representative Kerner as a co-author.
- Stephen Gillay, who is a noted authority on campaign law and campaign finance law.
Keywords:
HB 9, HB9, Act 527, Shreveport, Stuffed Shrimp Capital, state symbol, Louisiana symbols, municipal designation, honorary title, cultural designation, tourism, local pride, seafood, shrimp, stuffed shrimp, cuisine, city branding, Louisiana Revised Statutes 49:170.26, court reporter, official court reporter
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Feb 9th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The book of Proverbs says, above all else, guard your heart, for everything else flows from it.
- Now, it's been said that by the esteemed author of the resolution that this was an effort to bring us
- I thank the author for bringing this forward, and I urge my vote.
- When she was 16, her mother died, and because her father was serving in the World War II Coast Guard,
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Feb 9th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Book of Proverbs says, above all else, guard your heart, for everything else flows from it.
- Now, it's been said that the esteemed author of the resolution said this was an effort to bring us back
- I thank the author for bringing this forward, and I urge my vote.
- When she was 16, her mother died, and because her father was serving in the World War II Coast Guard,
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several floor recognitions, including St. Mary’s High School football team for its first state championship and Black-owned businesses honored by the Legislative Black Caucus and Black Chamber of Commerce. The Rules Committee also reported Senate Resolution 77 to third reading. The chamber then confirmed Tyler Sadwith as Chief Deputy Director for Health Care Programs at the Department of Health Care Services and State Medicaid Director by a 33-0 vote.
The main floor debate centered on SR 77, a resolution condemning racist and dehumanizing imagery posted by President Trump depicting former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Supporters from multiple caucuses, including the Black, Latino, Jewish, LGBTQ, and API caucuses, described the post as racist, harmful, and part of a broader pattern of dehumanization and urged a public apology. A few Republicans objected to the resolution’s language and process, saying it was overly partisan or not collaborative, but the resolution was adopted on a 28-0 vote.
The Senate also took up SB 106, a budget bill to provide $90 million in state funding for family planning providers, especially Planned Parenthood, after federal cuts under H.R. 1. Supporters argued the bill would preserve essential reproductive and preventive health services, especially in rural and underserved communities, and backfill lost reimbursements. Opponents criticized the bill’s transparency, no-bid contracting structure, and priorities compared with other needs such as distressed hospitals and developmental disability services. After debate, the Senate concurred in the Assembly amendments to SB 106 by a 26-9 vote.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Feb 9th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Book of Proverbs says, above all else, guard your heart, for everything else flows from it.
- Now, it's been said that by the esteemed author of the resolution that this was an effort to bring us
- I thank the author for bringing this forward, and I urge my vote.
- When she was 16, her mother died, and because her father was serving in the World War II Coast Guard,
Summary:
The Senate opened with roll call, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance, then moved through privileges of the floor to recognize several guests, including the St. Mary’s High School football team from Stockton for winning the 2025 state championship, Black-owned businesses honored by the California Legislative Black Caucus and California Black Chamber of Commerce, and students and guests visiting the Capitol. The Rules Committee reported Senate Resolution 77 to third reading, and the Senate approved the journals and proceeded to the daily file.
The chamber then confirmed Tyler Sadwith as Chief Deputy Director for Health Care Programs at the Department of Health Care Services by a 33-0 vote. The main floor action was on Senate Resolution 77, which condemned racist and dehumanizing imagery shared by President Donald Trump depicting former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Numerous senators from multiple caucuses spoke in support, framing the post as racist, dangerous, and part of a broader pattern of dehumanization; one Republican senator objected to the resolution’s language and process but said racism should be condemned. SR 77 was adopted on a 28-0 vote.
The Senate then took up SB 106, a budget bill to create a one-time $90 million grant program to support family planning providers after federal cuts under H.R. 1 reduced reimbursements to Planned Parenthood and similar clinics. Supporters said the measure would preserve access to reproductive and preventive health care, especially in rural and underserved areas, while opponents criticized the bill for secrecy, no-bid contracting, and prioritizing abortion-related services over other budget needs such as rural hospitals and developmental disability services. After debate, the Assembly amendments were concurred in by a 26-9 vote.
At the end of the session, the Senate moved to adjournment in memory, with Senator Choi offering a remembrance for Mitzi Ortiz, the city manager of Aliso Viejo, who died on December 22, 2025.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
WAM-LBT, WAM-TCA, WAM-HHS Informational Briefings 01-16-2025
Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The contract monies originally, when it was authorized by the legislature, went to ETSS, and there it
- </c><01:15:17.080><c> to</c><01:15:17.239><c> the</c> delegating of authority to the delegating of authority
- The authority ... 1989 to 19...
- Coast Guard. And we found that we provide some service, but not all.
- Um, that’s regarding funding for the security guards.
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS Senate Floor - 25 February, 2026; 10:00 AM
Mississippi Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- governing authority, can enter into a fee and loo agreement.
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- </c><01:15:30.080><c> Uh</c> supervisors or municipal authorities.
- Uh supervisors or municipal authorities.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, July 21, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- Yet this frivolous Guard lawsuit.
- </c><04:38:26.639><c> in</c> a 130 mile pipeline first authorized in a 130 mile pipeline first authorized
- Mlan, the author of this bill, such time as she may consume.
- Mlan, the author of this bill, such time as she may consume.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Aug 6th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Would you like the first roll to be open for co-authors? Yes, please.
- Would you like the first roll to be open for co-authors?
- I respectfully ask for the roll to be open for co-authors.
- Nothing in AB 1923 takes authority away from Fresno County.
- Nothing in AB 1923 takes authority away from Fresno County.
Summary:
The Assembly convened after a quorum call, prayer, and pledge, then moved through procedural motions, guest introductions, and a long consent calendar. Members also took up several motions to suspend rules, remove bills from consent, and add coauthors to resolutions. The chamber then considered a series of concurrence items and resolutions, with most measures passing on largely bipartisan or unanimous votes.
Among the major policy items, the Assembly concurred in Senate amendments to AB 2056 on teacher exchanges with Mexico, AB 2323 on public notice, AB 1778 on controlled substances and gender-affirming care, AB 2692 on common interest developments, SB 575 on the Sea Otter Voluntary Contribution Fund, SB 939 on CalPERS service credit purchases, SB 1165 on contractor tax compliance, SB 930 on encryption for school exam proctoring, and SB 922 on local governments recovering street repair costs from public service operations. The body also adopted H.R. 110 on food as medicine and H.R. 117 urging Congress to reform Section 230 to address online harms to children, both after extensive supportive testimony from authors and colleagues. Several resolutions honoring Dolores Huerta and calling for federal infrastructure funding were also adopted.
The most debated item was AB 1923, which would ensure the Fresno County Transportation Improvement Act appears on the November 2026 ballot. Supporters argued the county’s role is ministerial and that voters should be allowed to decide on the transportation tax measure; opponents said the bill overrides local authority and sets a troubling precedent. After debate, the Assembly concurred in Senate amendments and passed the bill 54-16, with immediate transmittal to the Governor. The chamber also adopted a second-day consent calendar and then took up multiple adjournments in memory honoring community members, public servants, and clergy before adjourning until Monday, August 10 at 1 p.m.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Transportation Mar 12th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- I think as chairman said, the 3.50, authorizes motor vehicle to operate in the flooded are inundated
- We have Mike Moore waving support from Guarding Fleet Services. It is. All right. Thank you.
- Hey, Anthony literally rolled over him and then coasted to a stop because that driver was completely
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS Senate Floor - 10 March, 2026; 10:00 AM
Mississippi Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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