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MO
Transcript Highlights:
- If passed after January 1, 2027, the taxpayer may deduct $2,400 for each child to which a taxpayer gives
- They would have to be a taxpayer also. So this isn't a give-me for someone who's not paying taxes.
- If they're a taxpayer in Missouri and they would qualify, yes. So it's not even for just new birth?
- Do you believe that the children who grow up hopefully will stay in Missouri and become taxpayers?
Committee:
House Ways and Means
Summary:
The House Ways and Means Committee met in executive session and first took up Senate Bill 994. Members adopted a House committee substitute and a related amendment that removed conflicting language and added a federal tax filing reference. The committee then voted the House committee substitute do pass on an 8-0 roll call, with one member absent.
The committee next considered House Bill 2461, with discussion indicating the bill was being rolled together with related bills and that the amendment would extend, not eliminate, a sunset on a tax credit at a 50% level. After adopting the amendment and substitute language, the committee voted the House committee substitute do pass by a 6-2 vote. The transcript also notes procedural action to roll in other bill language before the final vote.
In public hearing, the committee heard Senate Substitute for Senate Bill 1032, which would allow a one-time $2,400 state income tax deduction for each child born or adopted in the tax year beginning after January 1, 2027. Senator Moon described it as pro-family tax policy, and Missouri Right to Life testified in support, saying it would help families choose life and offset early child-rearing costs. Members questioned the policy rationale, whether the deduction should be refundable or recurring, and the estimated fiscal impact, but no vote was taken on the bill.
The committee also heard House Bill 3329, which would repeal a long list of expired or unused tax credits and clean up outdated statutory language. Representative Thompson and the Department of Revenue supported the bill as a way to reduce administrative burden and eliminate obsolete credits from the books. No opposition testimony was offered, and the hearing concluded without further action before adjournment.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Senate Chamber Feb 12th, 2026 at 04:57 pm
New Mexico Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And whenever we are talking about taking taxpayers' dollars... ...talking about taking taxpayers' dollars
- to provide the education, which I already stated earlier, and how much is this going to cost the taxpayers
- extension of time to file a return has been granted, amending rounding requirements, clarifying that a taxpayer
- who is entered into an installment agreement is not considered a delinquent taxpayer for purposes of
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Democratic Leaders Media Availability Jan 13th, 2026 at 11:00 am
Transcript Highlights:
- But when you do knock on a door, this taxpayer-subsidized child care center that's received hundreds
- If it's a taxpayer-subsidized daycare, we have every... ...right to knock on the door and say, are you
- But when you do knock on a door, this taxpayer-subsidized childcare center that's received hundreds of
- If it's a taxpayer-sensitized daycare, we have every, for toddlers.
- If it's a taxpayer-sensitized daycare, we have every right to knock on the door and say, are you a legit
Summary:
State legislative leaders held a press availability focused on the upcoming session’s priorities, framing the federal government as the main source of pressure on Washington residents’ access to health care, food assistance, housing, and other services. They said the session would center on defending Washingtonians from federal overreach while also addressing affordability, with emphasis on a balanced 2025-27 budget, possible spending cuts, and longer-term tax reform. Leaders also said they expect to pursue measures on housing costs, transportation, child care, preventive health care, and energy/data-center impacts.
A major topic was a proposed “millionaire tax” or income tax on adjusted gross income over $1 million. Leaders said the basic mechanics are largely agreed upon between House and Senate sponsors, though a draft is still pending and stakeholder outreach remains ahead. They described the proposal as part of a broader effort to rebalance the tax code, with some revenue potentially used to reduce more regressive taxes such as property taxes or to support credits for working families and small businesses. They also said any major new revenue would likely not arrive in time to solve the current biennial budget gap, though smaller tax changes and loophole closures could contribute.
The leaders also discussed the House and Senate response to two citizen initiatives, saying the legislature will not hold hearings on them and that they will instead go to voters if certified. They rejected claims that the state constitution requires hearings or floor votes on such initiatives, and questioned the signature-gathering process described by the Secretary of State’s office. Another issue was a public records exemption bill related to child care providers; leaders said they were not tracking it closely but defended broader privacy and safety concerns for child care businesses and families.
The press availability included a lengthy exchange about allegations of fraud and reports of journalists or others knocking on child care doors. Leaders said concerns should be reported to DCYF, the state auditor, or legislative auditors rather than handled by ad hoc visits, and they tied those concerns to broader fears about masked individuals, ICE activity, and public safety. On the budget, they said the rainy day fund is likely to be considered this year, especially if it helps avoid cuts to education, child care, and health care, and noted that federal policy changes could impose significant state implementation costs.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- I mean, the chair will just note that $500,000 per unit in taxpayer subsidies is a very lavish subsidy
- So really the IHA would only be used by taxpayers who have already maxed out their Roth annual contribution
- would only be impact so really the Iha would only be used<00:08:22.879><c> by</c> used by used by taxpayers
- 25.360><c> have</c><00:08:25.599><c> already</c><00:08:25.919><c> maxed</c><00:08:26.280><c> out</c> taxpayers
- who have already maxed out taxpayers who have already maxed out their<00:08:26.680><c> Roth</c><00:08
Committee:
Senate Housing
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Housing heard three bills. HB 1428 would appropriate funds for HHFC to distribute to HUD-certified housing counseling agencies and require a report to the Legislature. Testimony was uniformly supportive, including HHFC, the County of Hawaii Office of Housing and Community Development, and individual testifiers who said housing counseling, financial education, and one-on-one guidance can help keep residents housed. In response to a question, HHFC said there are five certified agencies in the state and requested $1.5 million for one year, noting uncertainty around federal funding. The chair recommended passage with amendments, and the committee adopted the recommendation unanimously.
HB 833 would create a five-year Community Land Trust Equity pilot program through HHFC, using Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund money to provide lines of credit for acquisition, rehabilitation, renovation, or construction of housing for certain households. Multiple organizations and individuals testified in support. HHFC said the needed funding depends on the size of the pilot and estimated that 50 homes at $500,000 each would require about $25 million; members discussed how the funds would revolve as loans are repaid. The chair recommended passage with amendments, including replacing the income restriction with qualified residents under HRS 20-32 and prioritizing applications requiring the lowest funds per unit per year. The recommendation was adopted.
HB 286 would increase the maximum annual deduction and account limits for Individual Housing Accounts. The Department of Taxation testified, with support also noted from the Maui Chamber of Commerce and several individuals, and one individual in opposition. In response to questions, DOTAX said the change would likely have limited impact because fewer than 100 IHAs have been reported and suggested the deduction would need to be above the Roth IRA limit to matter. The chair recommended passage with technical amendments and reported the proposed limits as $10,000 for single filers and $20,000 for married filing jointly. The committee adopted the recommendation, and the hearing adjourned.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- It's an important part for all of our taxpayers to have that appeals process and a group to go to for
- So we do have some circuit breakers in place that's widely used by taxpayers in this state.
- So if the taxpayer comes in and we need to review our data, if we're wrong, we fix it.
- Taxpayers are able to phase in their tax bill.
- But until we give some kind of relief to our taxpayers, they're all self-included.
Committee:
House Ways & Means
Keywords:
HB 287, Louisiana Tax Commission, ad valorem, property tax, property assessment, assessment fees, fee extension, sunset extension, public service property, utility property, insurance company property, financial institution property, tax administration, R.S. 47:1838, Act 296, reappraisal, ad valorem tax, valuation, Louisiana tax law, homestead exemption
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Health Care & Wellness Feb 20th, 2026 at 08:00 am
Health Care & Wellness
Transcript Highlights:
- Second, research shows that this bill would burden Washington employers and taxpayers.
- This bill is framed as protecting patients at the expense of Washington taxpayers and working families
- The money was spent by Washington State taxpayers, and if the medication is going to be used, it should
- These medications were purchased with a lot of taxpayer dollars a couple of times.
- Those taxpayer dollars are being lost, essentially, if these medications are not found somewhere to land
Committee:
House Health Care & Wellness
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Twenty Three - Wednesday, February 18 -Morning Session-
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And so, consequently, I look at it as a fairness issue for our constituents and our taxpayers.
- , I also want to stand equally in support of our taxing entities that support our taxpayers.
- So although it's not, in my opinion, the worst idea out there to limit expenses for our taxpayers, I
- subdivisions that they're going to have to live and manage under the inflation the same way their taxpayers
- I think this is part of the due process that we owe to our taxpayers as we're making significant decisions
Summary:
The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the prior day’s journal by a 134-0 roll call vote, and then moved through a series of introductions recognizing guests and student groups at the Capitol, including Turning Point USA chapters, CASA volunteers and staff, JAG students, university groups, nursing students, and several legislative interns. The chamber also handled a point of order about an unauthorized prop in the room, which was removed.
The first major bill taken up was House Bill 1766, dealing with personal property tax treatment and new construction calculations. Supporters argued it would treat personal property more like real estate under Hancock-style limits and provide fairness to taxpayers, while opponents warned it could reduce revenue for taxing districts. After debate, the House passed HB 1766 by a vote of 94-50. The House then considered House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2989, a major gaming measure that would criminalize illegal gaming machines, create a regulated framework for video lottery terminals, give local governments an opt-out, and expand enforcement authority for the Attorney General and prosecutors. Members debated whether the bill was a needed enforcement tool or an inappropriate expansion of gambling, with concerns raised about addiction, local control, revenue distribution, and whether the bill should have gone to Fiscal Review. A motion to refer the bill to Fiscal Review failed 69-44, and the bill itself passed 83-66 with one present.
The chamber next took up House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2014, the supplemental appropriations bill. The sponsor said it provided just over $3 billion in additional authority, including tax refund authority, disaster relief, St. Louis tornado recovery funding, and major MoDOT funding, along with other smaller items. Members from both parties supported the bill, while also noting concerns about reliance on supplementals and the need to budget more accurately in the future. The House adopted an amendment reducing some general revenue authority, then adopted the bill and perfected and printed it. The meeting ended with announcements, including a notice that the Super Committee on Tourism would meet immediately in Hearing Room 6.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Banking and Finance Committee Feb 18th, 2026
Banking and Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- center comes in and takes over that infrastructure, that is actually saving ratepayers and also taxpayers
- The model uses taxpayer dollars.
- already actually even purchased $5 million in BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF, but that model also uses taxpayer
- What this is not: not spending taxpayer dollars, not raiding the general fund or PMIA, not speculative
- Second, a cost-neutral, revenue-generating structure with no taxpayer dollars at risk.
Committee:
House Banking and Finance
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Finance Division II (02/09/2026)
Transcript Highlights:
- equates, if we use an estimated value for a home at $300,000, it's about $100 to $150 a year per taxpayer
- 14:26.639><c> um</c> it's about $100 to $150 a year per um it's about $100 to $150 a year per um taxpayer
- so um the total state aid would taxpayer so um the total state aid would have<00:14:30.800><c> been<
- </c><00:29:23.120><c> And</c><00:29:23.279><c> I</c> taxpayers and for those districts.
- And I taxpayers and for those districts.
Summary:
The Finance Division met to consider two bills: HB 112 and HB 1399. On HB 112, members debated a proposal tied to civics education requirements for public higher education. Supporters argued the measure would reinforce basic civic knowledge and noted that a similar high school requirement had already been enacted with little apparent fiscal impact. Opponents said the legislature should not dictate university curriculum and raised concerns about administrative burden and precedent. The committee voted 5-3 to recommend ought to pass.
The committee then heard testimony on HB 1399, which concerned Claremont and retroactive school building aid related to past construction during the state moratorium on building aid. A Claremont representative explained the district’s history, estimated the lost state aid, and said any funds would likely be used for contingency, tax relief, or future liabilities, while preferring normal building aid participation going forward. Members discussed whether the issue reflected state policy, local governance, or both, and whether the bill would create an unfair retroactive precedent or a broader statewide obligation.
After discussion, the committee voted on an ITL motion for HB 1399. The motion failed, and the committee instead approved the bill 7-1. The chair then closed the hearing and adjourned the meeting.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Public Safety Committee Apr 1st, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Every year, the state of California spends millions of taxpayer dollars to procure firearms, ammunition
- Infringing on any Second Amendment rights, but rather it ensures responsibility with taxpayer funds.
- Taxpayer funds are used to purchase more firearms than any other purchaser in America.
- This means that taxpayer money has been supporting vendors that engage in dangerous or even illegal business
- AB 1094 looked past these facts and pours millions of taxpayer dollars into an approach that will not
Summary:
The Assembly Public Safety Committee met to consider several bills, with six measures approved on consent, including bills on background checks, female offender prison facilities, a juvenile justice hunger survey, protective orders and firearms, a youth offender camp pilot, and peace officer behavioral health training. AB 710 and AB 848 were pulled by the authors. The committee also took up AB 458, AB 394, AB 1094, AB 1092, and AB 1036, with extensive testimony on each.
AB 458, by Assembly Member Stephanie, would require state agencies purchasing firearms, ammunition, or accessories to vet vendors for compliance with firearms laws and procurement standards. Supporters, including Brady and the California Police Chiefs Association, said taxpayer funds should not go to dealers with serious violations; opponents argued the bill added burdens and vague standards. The committee approved the bill as amended and sent it to Appropriations. AB 394, by Assembly Member Wilson, would expand protections for transit workers and riders by broadening enhanced battery penalties, clarifying who may seek temporary restraining orders in the transit context, and making those orders system-wide. Transit agencies, labor groups, and law enforcement supported the bill, while public defender and civil liberties groups raised concerns about vagueness, duration, and impacts on access to transit. The committee passed AB 394 to Judiciary as amended.
AB 1094, by Assembly Member Baines, would raise the minimum parole eligibility term for child torture convictions involving a child under 14 in the perpetrator’s care or custody from seven years to 20 years. Prosecutors, sheriffs, and police groups supported the bill, citing the severity of the abuse and the need to protect child victims; opponents argued the parole system already screens for risk and that harsher sentences do not improve public safety. The committee approved the bill as amended to Appropriations. AB 1092, by Assembly Member Castillo, would extend concealed carry weapon license renewals from two years to four years; supporters said it would reduce costs and administrative burdens, while the chair and others opposed it as unnecessary. The committee ultimately voted the bill down. AB 1036, by Assembly Member Schultz, would expand post-conviction discovery access for people convicted of felonies with sentences of one year or more, including Brady materials and jury selection notes. Innocence organizations and defense groups supported it, while district attorneys opposed the broader discovery obligations; the committee passed it to Appropriations as amended.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The current program provides a strong framework with careful reimbursement parameters to safeguard taxpayer
- To the Texas taxpayers very, very seriously. And we know that these are Texas taxpayer dollars.
- It's not good to use taxpayer dollars for them.
- We're talking about a contract to deal with the taxpayers of Texas all over Texas.
- We like it, but the industry should not be carried on the backs of the taxpayers.
Committee:
Senate Finance
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- years, and during my time, **Senator Bennett** and I have recovered almost $6.8 billion for the taxpayers
- there and continue to run up a bill on interest for no reason because all that soon is costing our taxpayers
- 9%, you know, that's close to double-digit millions, which we don't need to incur a cost for the taxpayers
- **, you know, that's close to double-digit millions, which we don't need to incur a cost for the taxpayers
- is that we stay vigilant in ensuring that our processes remain transparent and accountable to the taxpayers
Bills:
SB 1
Committee:
Senate Finance
MD
Transcript Highlights:
- And then it's the taxpayers of Right.
- </c> this will wind up being taxpayer-funded this will wind up being taxpayer-funded attorneys<01:14:
- So the taxpayers brought by individuals. So the taxpayers aren't<01:14:50.800><c> paying.
- taxpayer money to defend<01:15:32.520><c> maps.
- </c> which would save all of us as taxpayers which would save all of us as taxpayers a<01:45:31.880><
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Taxpayer protections: unlike the personal lines clearinghouse, which involves taxpayer resources through
- This keeps taxpayers off the hook while enabling a market.
- This keeps taxpayers off the hook while enabling a modern private capital solution.
- It's about getting taxpayers and limiting their risk.
- It's taxpayer dollars.
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several introductions and memorial remarks, including a moment of silence for service members killed in the conflict in Iran. The chamber then moved to special orders and took up a series of bills, with many measures passing unanimously after brief explanations and, in several cases, substitution of House companions. Early bills included CS/CS/SB 1062 on speech and debate education, which drew extensive supportive debate about the civic value of debate programs and passed 37-0, and SB 1072 on an anti-Semitism task force, which was amended to clarify that criticism of Israel is not prohibited and then passed 37-0.
The Senate also approved CS/CS/SB 1230/HB 1019 on PFAS chemicals and firefighting foam, with discussion focused on phasing out AFFF, testing requirements, exceptions for federal aviation and military uses, and support for firefighters and water quality; the bill passed 37-0. Other measures passed without opposition included SB 1706 on the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program, SB 186 on student health and safety and seizure response training, SB 598 on funeral and cemetery services, SB 990/HB 883 on protected cell captive insurance companies, SB 554 on nonprofit corporations, SB 560 on child welfare and foster care medication procedures, SB 684/HB 961 on electronic signatures for salvage titles, and SB 778/HB 569 on forensic client services. Two bills, SB 432 on intoxicating substances and SB 928 on dangerous crimes, were temporarily postponed.
A major portion of the meeting was devoted to SB 1134 on official actions of local governments and DEI-related activities. The sponsor argued the bill would prevent counties and municipalities from funding or promoting DEI efforts he described as discriminatory or indoctrinating, while opponents offered amendments to narrow the bill to spending only, add an intent requirement for penalties, and preserve local proclamations and observances. Those amendments were debated at length but were not adopted. The sponsor then continued explaining the bill’s exceptions, including references to holidays, heritage sites, and the Pulse Memorial, and the chamber was still in debate on the underlying measure when the transcript ended.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Education Policy and Administration (01/29/2026)
Education Policy and Administration
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:42:56.800><c> are</c> districts when property taxpayers are districts when property taxpayers
- </c> and that pathway involves using taxpayer and that pathway involves using taxpayer dollars<05:06:
- The actual taxpayer savings under this bill would be $12.4 million for New Hampshire taxpayers, double
- The actual taxpayer savings under this bill would be $12.4 million for New Hampshire taxpayers, double
- ,</c> million for New Hampshire taxpayers, million for New Hampshire taxpayers, double<05:27:18.320><
Committee:
House Education Policy and Administration
Summary:
The committee held a hearing on House Bill 1571, which would direct the Department of Education to review and revise statewide academic standards and curriculum and make an appropriation. Representative Kristen Noble, the sponsor, said the bill is intended to update outdated standards, especially in math, and to have the department create a list of high-quality curriculum and materials aligned to the revised standards. She noted she would likely amend the bill to change a requirement that districts “shall” select from the list to “may,” and said a misplaced crossed-out section would need to be restored and moved by amendment. She also said assessments would need to be updated to match any new standards.
Testimony from Marie Banfield strongly supported the bill and the move away from a mandate, arguing that current standards are outdated and that Common Core and related standards have not improved student outcomes. She criticized the math standards for emphasizing multiple strategies and written explanations over computation, and said stronger standards would better support students, including those with learning or communication challenges. She also argued that New Hampshire should follow examples such as Massachusetts, which she said used rigorous standards successfully.
Nate Green of the Department of Education did not take a position on the bill but explained that the bill would affect statewide academic standards, state assessments, and potentially federal compliance. He distinguished academic standards from minimum standards in statute, said any standards revision would require work with content experts, State Board approval, and then a corresponding assessment update that could take about two years. He estimated assessment development costs could range from about $200,000 to $500,000 for minor revisions and $1 million to $2 million for a wholesale new set of standards. He also said the bill would apply to public and charter public schools, not private or homeschool students, and that the department does not currently provide a statewide list of curriculum materials because curriculum decisions have historically been local.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Budget Review Subcommittee on Education (9-17-25) - Reupload
Transcript Highlights:
- I mean, we are the federal taxpayers.
- I mean, we are the federal taxpayers.
- Um, this is also the only taxpayers.
- I mean, we are the federal taxpayers.
- Uh and it Kentucky taxpayers a penny.
Summary:
The meeting focused on Kentucky school choice and innovation, with discussion of the state constitution’s “common schools” requirement and how that has been interpreted alongside newer education models. Chairman Tipton described model laboratory schools, Gatton and Craft Academies, magnet and virtual programs, and said these options show that Kentucky has long expanded opportunity through innovation. He then turned the discussion to Senate Bill 207, which he said was designed to support schools of innovation.
Senator Steve West reviewed the history of Kentucky charter schools and explained that SB 207 was modeled on a South Carolina approach. He said the bill allows a local school board to contract with a third-party entity to manage an existing school, seek waivers from certain state rules, and receive SEEK funding while also allowing outside private investment. He emphasized that the district initiates the process, that the school remains public, and that the bill includes accountability through a time-limited contract that can be ended if the school is not performing.
Members asked about the difference between SB 207 and the earlier charter school law, whether schools could cherry-pick students, and whether teachers would remain district employees. West and Tipton said the new model is tied to an existing school rather than a new charter, cannot cherry-pick students, and keeps teachers as district employees. Representative Brown raised concerns that charters and exceptions could leave some children out, especially lower-income students, while West responded that the proposal is intended to expand choice for families who may not otherwise have it and cited examples from other states where similar models improved low-performing schools. No vote or formal action was taken during the discussion.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- They are doing to the American patient and the American taxpayer.
- Today I want to discuss an interesting event: how the American taxpayer is subsidizing stock buybacks
- They love that taxpayer federal dollar.
- So it's our responsibility to ensure taxpayer funds... Taxpayer funds are handled appropriately.
- As the federal government works to prevent fraud and protect taxpayer dollars, AI tools can keep the
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Forty Seven - Tuesday, April 7
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It's about clarity and responsible stewardship of the taxpayers' resources.
- Good stewards of the taxpayer money. What do you mean by that?
- those taxpayer dollars.
- This is going to cost more money, more taxpayer money.
- Is the goal of this legislation to ensure that taxpayer-funded assistance is... ...to ensure that taxpayer-funded
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Senate Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions Committee, February 13, 2026
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, good thing for the state of Wyoming monetarily, not a great thing for our taxpayers, sometimes our
- I think it's effective, at least for my taxpayers, and it is helping their office to find some fraudulent
- Um, good thing for the state of Wyoming monetarily, not a great thing for our taxpayers, sometimes our
- I think it's effective, at least for my taxpayers, and it is helping their office to find some fraudulent
- I know you guys are these taxpayers will notice is they're these taxpayers will notice is they're going
Bills:
SF0082
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Feb 10th, 2026
Washington Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- So rather than give away these pills free, which basically, I guess, is a gift from the taxpayers of
- This amendment simply says reimburse the taxpayer for whatever it costs you. I urge your support.
- This amendment simply says reimburse the taxpayer for whatever it costs you. I urge your support.
- So the taxpayers could buy the... amendment, we now don't have to charge for it.
- So the taxpayers could buy these things.
Summary:
The Senate opened with roll call, the pledge, prayer, and recognition of guests from the Sikh Coalition and Kalsa Gramath Center. Members then approved the journal and moved through committee reports and resolutions, including Senate Resolution 8678 honoring the Chimicum High School Marching Band for being selected to represent Washington in the 2026 National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C. The resolution was adopted unanimously, and the band and its supporters were recognized in the gallery.
The chamber then confirmed two gubernatorial appointments to major health agencies. Ryan Moran was confirmed as Director of the Health Care Authority by a 49-0 vote, with supporters citing his Medicaid and health system experience and ability to provide stable leadership. Dennis Worsham was also confirmed as Secretary of Health by a 49-0 vote, with senators highlighting his long public health career, statewide outreach, and work on HIV/AIDS and community health.
On legislation, the Senate passed Senate Bill 6011, expanding Court of Appeals bailiff authority to conduct threat assessments, and Senate Bill 5831, creating the Uniform Mortgage Modification Act. Senate Bill 6188, which expands Labor and Industries’ authority to update asbestos training and certification rules, passed 38-19 after an amendment to limit the bill to federal standards was rejected. Substitute Senate Bill 5917, concerning access to abortion medications through the Department of Corrections pharmacy, passed 32-17 after several Republican amendments were defeated. The Senate also passed In Gross Senate Bill 6024 on developmental disability services confidentiality and Substitute Senate Bill 6091 on prohibiting real estate brokers from marketing residential properties in exclusive private listings. Finally, Substitute Senate Bill 5840, adjusting campaign finance expenditure reporting deadlines, passed 46-3. After completing the day’s business, the Senate recessed for caucus and lunch until 1:15 p.m.