Video & Transcript Research : 'Delaware'
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NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Transportation (04/22/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
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Summary:
The hearing began with SB 12, which would let certain veterans who already qualify for a disabled veteran license plate use that VA disability determination to obtain a walking disability placard without having to undergo a second physical or submit additional proof. Senator Waters, the prime sponsor, said the bill was prompted by a constituent and would reduce redundant paperwork. Melinda Sims of United Spinal and Leo Pacquin of the State Veterans Advisory Committee both supported the bill, saying veterans already go through an extensive VA certification process and should not have to repeat it for the state. A DMV representative said the department had no known objection and explained that the change would let the placard travel with the veteran in another vehicle. The hearing on SB 12 was then closed.
The committee then took up SB 40, which would allow safe boater education certificates to be completed and tested online, rather than requiring an in-person final exam. Representative Coker and Senator Tim Lang described the bill as a cleanup measure to make a COVID-era online process permanent and said it would improve convenience and keep more revenue in New Hampshire. Tom Praol, representing the vendor, said the state lost significant revenue when the online option ended and argued that online proctoring can verify identity and prevent cheating. The New Hampshire Marine Trades Association supported the bill, saying it would help boaters learn New Hampshire-specific laws and keep dollars in-state. The Department of Safety Marine Patrol was neutral: Captain Tim Dunlvy said the current system includes classroom and online coursework followed by an in-person proctored final exam, and he raised concerns about safety, exam integrity, and lower scores in computer-only testing, while noting New Hampshire’s strong boating safety record. Committee members asked about reciprocity, proctoring methods, costs, and crash data, but no vote was taken in the portion of the transcript provided.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Lori Chavez-DeRemer, of Oregon, to be Secretary of Labor. - Part 2 of 2 Feb 19th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm also concerned, I shared with you I had the opportunity to serve in Delaware as Secretary of Labor
- And in Delaware, we have a robust biotech industry. ecosystem involving workforce-focused partners like
- at the University of Delaware, also known as NIMBLE.
- We also have with our students the Delaware Pathways and Vocational Technical High Schools in Delaware
- Delaware and that you ran that and I hope we work together and you will share with me some of the tips
Keywords:
PRO Act, labor laws, worker rights, unionization, right-to-work, public testimony, political polarization
Summary:
The meeting centered around an in-depth discussion of the PRO Act, with representatives expressing passionate opinions both for and against the legislation. Representative Chavez de Rimmer emphasized the importance of worker freedom, arguing that the PRO Act would infringe upon individual rights by coercing unionization. This perspective was strongly received by members from right-to-work states, who articulated their concerns about the potential erosion of workers' choices and protections. Speaker after speaker conveyed conflicting views on labor laws, indicating a deeply polarized environment surrounding labor issues at the moment.
WY
Transcript Highlights:
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- Some states have it's totally unclear, like Delaware.
- So they effectively increase Delaware.
- Um, Delaware their filing fees by $100.
DE
Transcript Highlights:
- she's been working with various stakeholders and has been plugging away trying to make progress in Delaware
- and have Delaware adopt policies and statutes that are a bit more modern on this point.
- can then form the basis of legislation early in 2027 so we can make some progress on this issue in Delaware
Summary:
The Senate Executive Committee met in hybrid format, approved the minutes from its June 11 meeting, and noted that the prior day’s minutes were not yet available. The committee then took up Senate Joint Resolution 21, presented by Senator Townsend on behalf of Senator Hoffner, which directs the Department of Safety and Homeland Security to study issues related to the preservation and long-term storage of biological evidence and return recommendations by November so legislation can be considered in 2027.
Sergeant Mike Ripple testified for the department, explaining that the agency had worked through multiple drafts with Senator Hoffner and other stakeholders and concluded that a feasibility study of other jurisdictions would be more useful than providing unreliable cost estimates. He said the department also consulted with the courts, which currently store evidence, and hopes to develop a centralized storage approach aligned with best practices. In response to a question from Senator Pinkney, he said the $15,000 cap on the study and report was believed to be sufficient and absorbable for travel and related costs.
No other members of the public testified, and there was no virtual public comment. Senator Hoffner arrived just as the meeting was ending. The committee then adjourned by motion and second.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Education (2-13-25)
Transcript Highlights:
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Keywords:
Meeting Start: 01:24
Attendance Roll Call: 01:44
KY Association for Career & Technical Education: 03:40
Senate Concurrent Resolution 43 (Sen. West): 10:42
Senate Bill 77 (Sen. Deneen ): 31:26
Senate Bill 120 (Sen. Chambers Armstrong): 35:04
Adjournment: 51:44, 958, all
Summary:
The Senate Education Committee met with a quorum and heard a presentation from Parker Keys, Northern Kentucky State Vice President for Kentucky FFA, on the value of career and technical education (CTE). He highlighted enrollment of more than 143,000 secondary students in CTE, work-based learning, dual credit, industry certifications, and the role of student organizations such as DECA, FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, Educators Rising, TSA, and SkillsUSA. Senators praised CTE as important for workforce readiness and resume building, and encouraged continued engagement with the committee.
The committee then considered Senate Concurrent Resolution 43, sponsored by Senator Steve West, supporting a Southern Regional Education Board initiative to expand crisis counseling and recovery support for schools and colleges after tragedies and disasters. Dr. Steven Puit and Linda Tyrie described a regional network of trained counselors modeled on Kentucky’s response after Marshall County, emphasizing long-term recovery, psychological first aid, and deployment support for up to a year after an event. Members spoke in strong support, citing the lasting impact of Marshall County and Heath, and the resolution passed 13-0 and was reported favorably.
Finally, the committee took up Senate Bill 77, a cleanup bill relating to the Education Professional Standards Board. Senator Matt Deneen and Association of Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities representative Mr. Dyer explained that the bill clarifies that small independent colleges and universities may designate a qualified education department representative, not only a chief academic officer, to serve on the board. The committee adopted a committee substitute by voice vote, and the substitute was approved.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, June 24, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Chair recognizes the member from Delaware, Representative McBride, for five minutes.
- Delaware is the lowest-lying state in the nation.
- Across Delaware, spanning the partisan and ideological spectrum, I was proud to call these legislators
- A Vietnam veteran, retired Delaware State Trooper, former volunteer with his local fire company, and
- And investing in next generation infrastructure in her district and across Delaware.
AL
Alabama 2026 1st Special Session
Alabama Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee Mar 17th, 2026
Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, so this is the Keeping Up with Delaware bill.
- Uh, we understand the need to keep up with Delaware.
- Uh we understand the need to keep up Uh we understand the need to keep up with<00:21:26.360>
Delaware - with Delaware. with Delaware.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, September 8, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Mid-Atlantic River Basin Commissions for the Susquehanna, Delaware, and Potomac Rivers came into
- Similarly, the Delaware Compact signed a commission to oversee a unified approach to managing the river
- As a result of these commissions, water quality on the Delaware, Potomac, and Susquehanna Rivers has
- As a result of these commissions, water quality on the Delaware, Potomac, and Susquehanna Rivers has
- As a result of these commissions, water quality on the Delaware, Potomac, and Susquehanna Rivers has
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
March 20, 2025 - 02:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm going to assume it has to do with the DuPont Trust litigation, maybe with the Delaware Attorney General
- Maybe with the Delaware Attorney General? Is that what your bill is seeking to address?
- If we take away the Delaware Attorney General standing to sue, who will stand up for the children of
- Delaware, if the DuPont Trust, which is in Florida, and the Nemours Foundation fail to meet their obligations
- Do we think the Florida Attorney General would sue over a trust diverting resources from Delaware to
Summary:
The subcommittee considered a long agenda of civil justice and claims measures. HB 1173, relating to the Florida Trust Code, was presented as a clarification of standing in trust litigation after recent case law; after questions about who may sue, an amendment was adopted clarifying that an expressly named charity retains standing, and the bill passed 14-2. HB 1437, on attorney’s fees in motor vehicle PIP disputes, drew testimony from insurers and reform groups opposing a return to fee-driven litigation and from medical groups supporting fee recovery for prevailing parties; it passed 17-0. CS/HB 147, addressing prohibited debt-collection communications during nighttime and early morning hours, was described as a clarification of an outdated statute in light of modern communications, with support from business groups and no opposition in the vote; it passed 18-0.
The committee then heard several claims bills against the Department of Children and Families. HB 6511, for relief of L.P., described severe injuries to a child after DCF allegedly failed to act on warning signs; a technical amendment was adopted and the bill passed 18-0. HB 6515, for relief of Michael Barnett, involved DCF’s alleged failure to investigate domestic violence that preceded the killing of three children and injury of a fourth; members asked about the settlement amount and the case’s circumstances, and the bill also passed 18-0.
HB 1517, expanding wrongful death law to allow parents of an unborn child to recover for the child’s death, generated the most extensive debate. The sponsor said it aligns civil law with existing criminal definitions and excludes claims against mothers and providers of lawful medical care, including IVF; opponents warned it could be used to target reproductive care, support networks, and domestic violence survivors, while supporters framed it as a justice measure for families. An amendment clarifying damages rules for minors and unborn children was adopted, and the bill passed 13-4. Finally, HB 947, on evidence of medical damages in personal injury and wrongful death cases, sought to allow broader evidence at trial and to change “shall” to “may”; supporters said it would improve fairness and transparency, while opponents argued it would weaken post-2023 tort reforms and reintroduce inflated medical damages. The amendment was adopted and the bill was then taken up with additional opposition testimony.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, July 22, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- For what purpose does the representative from Delaware seek recognition?
- Without objection, the representative from Delaware is recognized for one minute.
- This project reflects the very best of Delaware.
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seek the representative from Delaware seek the representative from Delaware - I'm grateful to very best of Delaware.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Number of earthquakes in the Delaware Basin of West Texas has decreased since 2022, when earthquakes
- So then for the area of the Delaware Basin which Είναι η πιο κακή μέρη της Περιμιανικής Βασίλειας.
- So from the Midland and the Delaware Basin, which is seeing a lot of activity now, are you saying and
- your testimony that y'all are asking for that we don't have enough. equipment in the Midland and Delaware
- Does New Mexico participate with you in the Delaware?
Keywords:
pipeline, construction, cash bond, county authority, local government, HB 1285, Railroad Commission of Texas, RRC, drones, unmanned aircraft, UAS, drone inspections, oil and gas, pipeline inspection, surface mining, well sites, tank batteries, disposal wells, injection sites, natural resources
PA
Transcript Highlights:
- Colleagues, our colleague who serves her neighbors in Delaware County has her youngest constituent Our
- colleague who serves her neighbors in Delaware County has her youngest constituent in her home.
- She's about to start the Delaware County Tech School to also study culinary science.
- The Chair recognizes the gentlelady who serves Philadelphia and Delaware counties, Representative Young
- The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware County, the majority chair of intergovernmental affairs
Summary:
The House met in extended session with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, quorum call, and a series of journal, committee, and Senate bill reports. Members also received several referrals and Senate messages, and the Speaker signed multiple bills already prepared for the Governor. The chamber then took up a long slate of measures, largely budget-related and conference/concurrence items, with repeated roll-call votes and several brief floor remarks for and against the bills.
Among the major actions, the House passed or concurred in a number of Senate bills addressing fiscal code and budget implementation, abusive towing practices, telemarketing robocalls and caller ID spoofing, prostitution penalty changes, veteran notification procedures, the cosmetology licensure compact, solar decommissioning, Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, E85 flex fuel definitions, local road transfers, civil penalties for unlicensed commercial driving schools, and trailer sales. The House also adopted House Resolution 580 designating July 18, 2026, as Piping Plover Day. Most of these measures passed overwhelmingly, many by unanimous or near-unanimous votes.
The most significant debate centered on House Bill 2400, the General Appropriations budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, and House Bill 1505, the education-related budget implementation bill. Supporters described the budget as a bipartisan compromise that funds adequacy and tax equity for schools, public safety, mental health, roads and bridges, veterans, seniors, and workforce programs while avoiding broad-based tax increases. Opponents argued the budget used accounting maneuvers, deferred spending, and was structurally unbalanced. After extended debate, the House concurred in the Senate amendments to HB 2400 by a 167-35 vote and to HB 1505 by a 172-30 vote.
The House also considered House Bill 2559, which included Commonwealth property conveyances and a controversial provision affecting Penn State branch campus properties. A motion to recommit the bill failed, and the House ultimately concurred in the Senate amendments by a 105-97 vote after members debated property rights, labor effects, and the future use of the campuses. The session concluded with the Senate later concurring in several House amendments, the Speaker signing the final bills, and the House adjourning until September 9, 2026, unless recalled sooner.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Feb 5th, 2025
County and Municipal Government
Transcript Highlights:
- Vermont has one that's I think a Vermont has one that's I think a Vermont has one that's I think a Delaware
- one there uh Connecticut also Delaware one there uh Connecticut also Delaware one there uh Connecticut
- you know I don't I record you know I don't I record you know I don't I don't did we did y'all call Delaware
- don't did we did y'all call Delaware don't did we did y'all call Delaware since you used Delaware to
- to ask them since you used Delaware to to ask them since you used Delaware to to ask them what all the
Keywords:
SB82, warrant recall, outstanding warrants, stale warrants, misdemeanor warrants, Class B misdemeanor, Class C misdemeanor, municipal magistrate, circuit court clerk, criminal procedure, court administration, docket cleanup, warrant audit, law enforcement notification, domestic violence, sex offense, weapons offense, deadly weapon, dangerous instrument, felony-related charges
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 3/25/26
Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- I don't know what's going on with Delaware, but all the other states that have this, in fact, if you
- "I don't know what's going on with Delaware, but all the other states that have this, in fact, if you
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um understanding is that in Delaware, um understanding is that in Delaware
Keywords:
workplace regulations, employee rights, meal breaks, rest breaks, exemptions, paid leave, small employers, employment law, Minnesota Statutes, workforce development, HF4569, Minnesota Paid Leave Law, protected leave, seasonal employee, seasonal worker, hospitality, hospitality industry, DEED, Department of Employment and Economic Development, employer certification
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The number of earthquakes in the Delaware Basin of West Texas has decreased since 2022, when earthquakes
- So then for the area of the Delaware Basin, uh, which is the west part of the Permian Basin, currently
- So from the Midland and the Delaware Basin, which is seeing a lot of activity now, are you saying we
- Does New Mexico participate with you in the Delaware?
- The Texas area of the Delaware. Yes, that will be the case.
Bills:
HB206
Keywords:
HB206, school district bonds, bond election, voter approval, Education Code, Chapter 45, Section 45.003, Section 45.0034, Texas schools, school finance, local tax election, bond referendum, school construction, capital improvements, election frequency, five-year waiting period, district bonds, public school funding
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine constructing the Surface Transportation Reauthorization bill, focusing on United States Secretary of Transportation's perspective. Apr 2nd, 2025 at 09:00 am
Environment and Public Works Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- You've probably heard a theme here from many of us that are important to Delaware, and I know when we
- funding freezes and you were very responsive at the time and I shared with you recently that in Delaware
- This is an important project to Delaware.
- teams can work together to make sure that the talks continue and that we get this implemented for Delaware
Keywords:
surface transportation, infrastructure reauthorization, bipartisan collaboration, safety, federal programs, funding challenges, bureaucracy, transportation needs, critical projects, public testimony
Summary:
The committee meeting focused on the development of the next surface transportation reauthorization bill. Discussions centered around key principles aimed at improving the safety and reliability of the transportation network, reforming federal programs for efficiency, and addressing the diverse transportation needs across various states. Members emphasized the importance of bipartisan collaboration to streamline processes, eliminate bureaucratic delays, and ensure timely funding for critical infrastructure projects. There were also notable conversations about specific projects and funding challenges, reflecting the urgency for action and commitment to modernizing America's infrastructure.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, September 3, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- To put that in perspective, that is an area roughly the size of the states of Rhode Island, Delaware,
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Courts, Corrections and Justice Nov 7th, 2025
Courts, Corrections & Justice Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- They do that in Delaware and Florida and a handful of other states so that law enforcement can divert
- You say Delaware caps attorney's fees.
- It's on the bottom of your page 17 on the right-hand column, and you use Delaware as an example.
- You say Delaware is a good example, but if you go to the preceding page for the loss.
- Delaware is right behind New Mexico.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, March 25, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- crisis, and Delaware is no exception. crisis, and Delaware is no exception.
- The Food Bank of Delaware is territory.
- In Delaware alone, this will amount to $2 million in cuts.
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were and the University of Delaware were and the University of Delaware were
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, December 3, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Chair recognizes the member from Delaware, Representative McBride, for 5 minutes.
- And while December 7th may technically be Delaware Day, it's always Delaware Day in my heart.
- Delaware year. And they're right.
- Delaware families are being hit prices.
- We need message from Delaware is clear.