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FL
Transcript Highlights:
- with copies of all agreements.
- concern if some of its software developers are located in a country of concern?
- in a country of concern?
- piece of legislation here in the state of Florida.
- acting on behalf of.
Keywords:
financial disclosure, statement of financial interests, ethics, late filing, late-filed disclosure, automatic fine, waiver, Florida Commission on Ethics, public officials, state officers, local officers, state employees, ethics enforcement, government transparency, sunshine law, reporting persons, penalty reduction, first-time offender, election ethics, general revenue fund
Summary:
The committee met with a quorum present and first took up Senate Bill 1178, the Foreign Interference Restriction and Enforcement Act, sponsored by Senator Garcia. The bill would expand state restrictions on foreign countries of concern and designated foreign terrorist organizations, including creating a state registration framework for foreign agents, banning gifts to public officials from covered foreign entities, requiring ethics training on foreign influence, tightening procurement limits for information technology and critical infrastructure, restricting sister-city/sister-state encouragement, revising linkage institute rules and tuition provisions, and criminalizing certain conduct tied to foreign governments or unauthorized enforcement of foreign law. Members asked extensive questions about how the bill would affect election technology, software development, federal foreign-agent registration, educational exchanges, and the treatment of organizations such as CARE; the sponsor said the bill focused on ownership/control and foreign countries of concern, not specific components or general participation in events. An amendment by Senator Grall was adopted to clarify definitions, align penalties with willful violations, and specify that new ethics training content is additive. The committee then heard supportive testimony from Kelly Curry of State Armor and Rob Pierce of American Global Strategies, both of whom argued the bill would help Florida counter foreign influence, protect data and infrastructure, and improve transparency. CS for SB 1178 was reported favorably by roll call vote.
The committee then considered Senate Bill 1622, which provides a one-time waiver of the automatic fine for a late-filed financial disclosure under specified conditions, including that the filer submitted the disclosure before the maximum fine accrued and had not previously received such a waiver. Carrie Stillman of the Commission on Ethics testified in support, saying the bill preserves transparency and compliance goals while making the fine and appeals process more workable. The bill was reported favorably by roll call vote.
Finally, the committee took up confirmation hearings for appointments in tabs 3 through 26. No separate votes were requested, no public testimony was offered, and the block of appointees was recommended favorably to the full Senate by roll call vote. The meeting then concluded with no further business.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Early Learning & Human Services Jan 27th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Early Learning & Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- of the Office of Public Defense in opposition to House Bill 2511.
- Along with one of my colleagues, I provide a substantial amount of the training done on behalf of the
- a real-time situation of being able to, you know, ...in the sense of a real-time situation of being
- effects of it.
- I have the misfortune of enjoying the political side of the work.
Keywords:
child welfare, dependency, imminent physical harm, child abuse, neglect, foster care, extended foster care, shelter care, out-of-home placement, Department of Children, Youth, and Families, DCYF, family law, juvenile court, child protection, unsafe home, substance use, caregiver impairment, relative placement, guardianship, adoption
Summary:
The Early Learning and Human Services Committee held a hearing on House Bill 2511, which would define “imminent physical harm” in the child welfare context as a substantial risk of serious harm arising from home conditions, caregiving conduct, neglect, unsafe environments, substance use, or other circumstances likely to cause significant injury. Representative Tom Dent, the sponsor, said the bill was intended to give caseworkers clearer tools to protect children while preserving family unity when possible. Supporters, including some foster parents, kinship caregivers, DCYF staff, and advocates, argued the current standard is too vague or inconsistently applied and has contributed to fatalities and near-fatalities. Opponents, including legal aid, public defense, and family-support advocates, said the bill is legally inconsistent, could increase removals, and should be paired with more services and training rather than a broader removal standard. DCYF testified “other,” saying clearer language could help but that the bill’s wording raised concerns; no vote was taken.
The committee also heard House Bill 2660, which would allow courts at shelter care hearings to order certain safety conditions and services for parents of children under five when a child is returned home, with referrals required within seven days and participation not treated as an admission of abuse or neglect. Representative Lisa Ortiz-Self said the bill is aimed at critical incidents, especially among very young children, and would let courts impose conditions when there is reasonable concern even if the child does not meet the removal threshold. DCYF and the Office of the Family and Children’s Ombuds supported the bill, saying it could help prevent future critical incidents and allow earlier intervention, though they emphasized the need for services. Some child welfare and legal organizations were neutral or opposed, raising constitutional and due process concerns and warning that services alone do not ensure safety. Several testifiers urged more community-based treatment and in-home supports; no vote was taken on either bill.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- the Erath County area where a lot of dairy farmers have settled because of the amount of rainfall, and
- Um, I'm the chief of staff for the city of Waco. I'm here in in support of the bill.
- construction or filing of a final plan at the time of commencement of construction.
- Uh, the symbol of freedom is not the American flag, although I love that flag for combat operations.
- I've served in in command of forces all the way going back to Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm
Keywords:
redistricting, election, Texas legislature, district composition, political representation, congressional redistricting, Texas House of Representatives, U.S. House, Congressional districts, district map, district boundaries, gerrymandering, voting rights, election law, apportionment, representation, special committee, PLANC2308, redistricting plan, elections
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- of Senate Bill 966.
- Those sorts of things involve the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
- With limited knowledge of CSCD operations and state requirements, current statute... ...requires judges
- and fiscal management of CSCDs and the operation of programs and community corrections facilities.
- the presiding judge of the... ...Criminal Court of Appeals.
Keywords:
community supervision, budget approval, corrections department, strategic plan, judicial oversight, SB 958, Texas Government Code, nondisclosure, order of nondisclosure, criminal history record information, trafficking of persons, human trafficking, compelling prostitution, survivor rights, record sealing, expunction, deferred adjudication, prostitution, controlled substances, theft
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- But we're glad to have both of them here and we're glad to have all of y'all here.
- So that's sort of the premise or origination of this bill.
- of the Supreme Court.
- Uh, well, of course.
- of stolen property.
Keywords:
vaccination, parental consent, minors, medical consent, guardian approval, criminal procedure, split sentencing, probation, Class A felony, Class B felony, minimum confinement, out-of-state warrants, law enforcement, extradition, Alabama Code, arrest authority, interstate cooperation, tax exemption, seafood, retail sales
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Ethics and Campaign Finance Committee Feb 19th, 2025
Ethics and Campaign Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, clarity to candidate filings of statements of economic interest.
- I think simplification of a bill is a worthy thing.
- the primary, I don't think you were out of...
- I don't think you were out of order.
- Other states do—kind of a national survey.
Bills:
HB250
Keywords:
HB250, Alabama Ethics Commission, statement of economic interests, financial disclosure, candidate ethics, campaign finance, candidate filing deadline, qualifying papers, declaration of candidacy, independent candidate, ballot access, election law, ethics reform, public officials, public employees, asset disclosure, income disclosure, real estate holdings, indebtedness disclosure, late filing penalty
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Economic Development and Workforce Investment (8-29-24)
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KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bplT5dunFwE, 2026-06-21T07:17:08+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Start 00:00:00
Call to Order and Roll Call 00:00:35
State Workforce and Talent Team Update 00:01:54
Overview of Kentucky's Department of Workplace Standards 01:24:28, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Juvenile Justice Oversight Council (7-18-24)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiiAmvnoElA, 2026-06-21T07:17:08+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Start: 00:00:00
Roll Call: 00:00:06
Approval of Minutes of the June 21, 2024 Meeting: 00:01:20
Agency Updates: 00:01:39
Parent Engagement Model: 00:05:09, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Transportation (3-19-24) - Reupload
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=atALEfMNsCs, 2026-06-21T07:17:07+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, 00:40 Roll Call
01:52 Approval of Minutes
02:20 Intro of Special Guests
03:21 SB 199
SB 199 Vote – 04:54
06:23 SB 215
SB 215 Vote - 08:31, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Special Committee on COVID Response Efficacy (03/15/2024)
Keywords:
NH House of Representatives Committee Streaming, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=js7ZlPQf--M, 2026-07-02T03:39:56+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Mr. Petty's presentation can be found at the following:
https://granitegrok.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Petty-State-of-New-Hampshire-Presentation-March-15-2024.pdf, 928, house, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Commission on Race & Access to Opportunity (9-26-23)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5GmD2NJetk, 2026-06-21T07:17:05+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, 00:01:58 – Nail Technicians
00:19:06 – Kentucky Board of Cosmetology
01:27:42 – Senator Reggie Thomas’ Testimony
01:35:07 – Associated Health Risks of Ethnic Hair Care Products, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Judiciary (7-20-23)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSSJX1Kag5w, 2026-06-21T07:17:04+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Start: 00:00:00
Roll Call: 00:01:51
Department of Juvenile Justice Staffing Update: 00:03:24
Consideration of Referred Administrative Regulations: 00:35:05
Expungement: 01:17:09, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- What it does is merge multiple versions of the statute and repeals duplicative sections.
- It merges multiple versions of the statute and repeals duplicative sections.
- Next, we will be hearing an amended version of Senate Bill 171.
- Their commission is through the commissioner of public safety with the recommendation and consent of
- the Senate pro tem and the speaker of the house.
Bills:
HB2115
OK
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider certain pending nominations. May 1st, 2025 at 09:15 am
Senate Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- , wow, great, end of quote.
- Orr was accused of lying. to Congress.
- They've told us repeatedly of the dangers of law enforcement being used against political enemies.
- Instead of focusing on the ramp-up, cases of murder and rape perpetrated against everyday Americans,
- jail, end of quote.
Keywords:
committee meeting, nominations, Brett Shumate, John Eisenberg, Mr. Martin, Department of Justice, political bias, law enforcement
Summary:
The committee meeting was focused on the nominations of Brett Shumate and John Eisenberg for significant positions within the Department of Justice. Notable discussions arose over recent public disclosures that questioned the integrity of the nomination process, particularly surrounding Mr. Martin, a candidate whose past comments and associations have raised concerns among committee members. Tensions flared as members addressed potential biases and the implications of Martin’s statements regarding law enforcement and political groups. The meeting concluded with several committee members advocating for more thorough scrutiny of nominations to ensure the integrity of the process.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
An oversight hearing to examine Native American education, focusing on Federal programs at the U.S. Department of Education. Apr 2nd, 2025 at 01:30 pm
Indian Affairs Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- of Ed funding plays in educating the next generation of Native students.
- I'm out of time, so I want to be respectful of the chair's time.
- I'd like to enter into the record without objection. the accounts of tribal schools that are operating
- I've heard from several of you that some of the important aspects of, for instance, Title VI is And Ms
- I'm a fan of of the way they operate, the knowledge that they have, the relationships that they have
Keywords:
Native education, Department of Education, federal funding, testimony, treaty obligations, public schools, educational policies, Indigenous students
Summary:
The meeting focused on the responsibilities of the U.S. Department of Education towards Native students, highlighting the importance of federal education programs that satisfy treaty obligations to Native communities. Various witnesses testified about the impact of educational policies designed to support Native students who primarily attend public schools. Concerns were voiced over recent proposals that could potentially undermine these programs, citing the role of federal funding in ensuring successful educational outcomes for Native youth. The chair of the committee emphasized the need for continued federal support and attention to the unique educational challenges faced by Indigenous populations.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Leaders like Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky, who are in support of abolishing the department, suggest
- to fund the campaigns of Republican members of this state House.
- and into the hands of the state of Texas is dangerous.
- of Teachers, Zef Capo.
- of their own design.
Keywords:
public education, Department of Education, funding, Trump, Kassar, Elon Musk, education policy, youth advocacy, billionaire influence
Summary:
This was a press conference organized by student advocates and Texas Democratic lawmakers to oppose efforts by the Trump administration and allies to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education and to criticize Texas voucher proposals. Speakers argued that the department and its Office for Civil Rights are essential for enforcing civil rights protections, supporting special education, Title I, Pell Grants, career and technical education, and other federal education programs. They said eliminating the department would weaken oversight, shift power to states that have a poor record on student protections, and harm marginalized, low-income, disabled, and rural students.
Congressman Greg Casar framed the issue as a transfer of public money from schools to billionaires, tying the department fight to federal budget and tax-cut debates and to Texas voucher efforts. State Representative Gene Wu said Texas public education is already near collapse and warned that losing federal support would worsen school closures, staffing shortages, and class-size increases. Representative Gina Hinojosa highlighted Texas’s past special education cap and attacks on Section 504, and said she filed bills to route federal block grants directly to schools if federal policy changes move forward.
Representative Vicki Goodwin said the state should fund schools rather than vouchers and noted underfunding of special education and inflation pressures. Round Rock ISD trustee Melissa Ross and Texas AFT president Zef Capo emphasized that federal oversight protects students and that Texas has a history of underfunding and mishandling special education, meals, and other services. The final speaker, Westwood High School senior Eliza Abert, said the loss of federal education support would most harm low-income and middle-class students and called on attendees to oppose the changes. No votes were taken; the event ended with a call for public pressure on lawmakers and continued advocacy.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider the nominations of Stephen Miran, of New York, to be Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, Jeffrey Kessler, of Virginia, to be Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security, William Pulte, of Florida, to b Mar 6th, 2025 at 10:00 am
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- He also refused to provide any... of the 25,000 posts that he deleted from X after the election.
- Before the FBI has even completed their background investigations, I think this is another example of
- Stephen Myron to be the Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisors. The clerk will call the roll.
- William Polte to be the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency.
- of Consumer Financial Protection.
Keywords:
nomination, Senator Warren, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Federal Housing Finance Agency, Undersecretary of Commerce, accountability, oversight
Summary:
The committee convened to discuss several nominations, notably for key positions including the directors of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Federal Housing Finance Agency, and Undersecretary of Commerce. Senator Warren raised significant concerns during her opposition to all four nominees, citing their failure to provide satisfactory answers regarding their qualifications and policy perspectives. She expressed particular alarm over Jonathan McKernan's ties to external influences and Jeffrey Kessler's hesitance to acknowledge geopolitical threats, leading to discussions about accountability in nominations and oversight. The votes resulted in a mixed outcome, with some nominees being approved while others faced substantial opposition.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine research security risks posed by foreign nationals from countries of risk working at the Department of Energy¿s National Laboratories and necessary mitigation steps. Feb 20th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Energy and Natural Resources Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- them did not, whether I had any kind of a conflict of interest with them, with any type of financial
- pushed the ball, of awareness of them in Germany.
- But as former chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and special operations
- For my experience, as the past chairman of Intel Special Operations, I even had complaints from our five
- There's been a number of articles that look at that kind of, those kinds of things. kinds of collaborations
Keywords:
national security, Department of Energy, foreign espionage, security protocols, Chinese Communist Party, national laboratories, research security
Summary:
The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee convened to address pressing issues related to research security risks at the Department of Energy, focusing specifically on foreign nationals' access to sensitive information. The meeting highlighted the increasing threats posed by espionage from the Chinese Communist Party, which has sought to infiltrate U.S. national laboratories and exploit American research for military purposes. Discussions included the importance of tightening security protocols to safeguard national interests and maintain technological advantages. Witnesses provided insight into historical contexts and current vulnerabilities, emphasizing that without proper measures, the gaps could jeopardize national security.
US
Transcript Highlights:
- mine of the great free state of Florida.
- on morale and the... operation of that agency will not inure to the benefit of the safety of Americans
- It's of concern in many parts of the country.
- hours with President Trump over the past couple of years.
- So when you're confirmed, you're gonna oversee the day-to-day operations of DOJ, and I would like to
Keywords:
nominations, Deputy Attorney General, Assistant Attorney General, Department of Justice, Todd Blanch, Gail Slater, confirmation hearing
Summary:
The meeting focused on the nominations of Todd Blanch and Gail Slater for the positions of Deputy Attorney General and Assistant Attorney General for Antitrust, respectively. The committee considered the qualifications of both nominees, with opening statements provided by the nominees themselves. There was an evident emphasis on the rigorous vetting process that nominees undergo before their selection, highlighting the importance of the roles within the Department of Justice. Members of the committee engaged in a structured question-and-answer session to further evaluate the nominees' capabilities and fit for the positions they were nominated for, with each member allotted seven minutes to pose questions.