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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Education Policy Committee approves bill to repeal ethnic studies requirements 2/18/25
Transcript Highlights:
- We need to know the glory of D-Day and celebrate that, but we also need to know about Japanese internment
- We need to know the glory of D-Day and celebrate that, but we also need to know about Japanese internment
- We need to know the glory of D-Day and celebrate that, but we also need to know about Japanese internment
- We need to know the glory of D-Day and celebrate that, but we also need to know about Japanese internment
- We need to know the glory of D-Day and celebrate that, but we also need to know about Japanese internment
Summary:
House File 29 was heard in committee as a proposal to suspend adoption of the revised social studies standards, push implementation to 2030-31, repeal the requirement to embed ethnic studies across all standards, and cancel related appropriations. The bill sponsor argued Minnesota schools should focus on basic academic achievement and that ethnic studies requirements add burdens and distract from reading, math, and science. The chair moved the bill to the Committee on Education Finance after opening the hearing and then took extensive public testimony.
Testimony was sharply divided. Supporters of HF 29, including Katherine Kersten, Deanna Moose, Kendall Qualls, Hillary Swanson, and Diane Smith, argued the ethnic studies framework is ideological, overly focused on race, insufficiently transparent, and costly in professional development time; several said it would divide students or burden teachers. Some supporters also claimed the standards or framework promote activism, critical race theory, or racial stratification. Opponents, including Mark Westfall, Crystal Johnson, Jim Grathwol, Marcus Penny, Claude Sigman, and Courtney Major, said the standards are inclusive, research-based, and designed to help students understand multiple perspectives, civic life, and the contributions of diverse Minnesotans. They emphasized that ethnic studies can improve engagement, critical thinking, and representation, and that teachers should be trusted to implement the standards.
No final vote on the bill was taken in the portion of the meeting provided. The only formal action noted was the chair’s motion to re-refer House File 29 to the Committee on Education Finance.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, what legislative day is this? I think... oh, the seventh. Seventh legislative day, yes sir.
- That's how it starts off every day, but some days I guess we just don't quite get where we need to get
- I think they put their lives on the line every day. I don't disagree. the line every day.
- Like next Tuesday is Space Day, so we're going to be doing a bill that will start the day dealing with
- This isn't about me or an individual; it is about the citizens who continue day in and day out to not
NH
Transcript Highlights:
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- Not for a few hours, not for a day, for several days.
- Not for a few hours, not for a day, for several days.
- Not for a few hours, not for a day, for several days.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session May 4th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Members, it's the custom and tradition of the Senate that we begin our session each day with prayer.
- Our chief sergeant at arms is celebrating a birthday today.
- This chamber, I forgot last Friday, May first, our distinguished colleague Jack Stewart just celebrated
- Our chief sergeant at arms is celebrating a birthday today. Adam Kane, congratulations.
Bills:
SR28 , SB201 , SB1379 , SB1525 , SB1966 , SB2112 , SB2170 , HB2749 , HB3262 , HB3265 , HB3673 , HB3781 , HB3040 , HB3076 , HB3369 , HB3982 , HB3462 , HB3465 , HB3521 , HB3796 , HB3800 , HB4095 , HB4298 , HB4316 , HB4338 , HB4408 , HB4454
Keywords:
alpha-gal syndrome, alpha gal, tick-borne illness, tick bite allergy, red meat allergy, meat allergy, dairy allergy, anaphylaxis, Lyme disease, public health, tick prevention, vector-borne disease, allergy awareness, May awareness month, Oklahoma Department of Health, outdoor safety, health education, research funding, minimum salary, education funding
ND
Transcript Highlights:
- I sing the body electric, I celebrate the me to come, yet to come. I celebrate the yet to come.
- I celebrate the me to come. I celebrate the me to come. I celebrate the meeting cause.
- I am certain you've had a long day already and are ready for the day to end.
- It turns out we don't know much about what's happening for educators in their day-to-day lives.
- It is the end of the day, and you should be able to end your day.
Committee:
House Education
Summary:
The meeting began with a student performance from Horizon Middle School Show Choir, including songs from an eighth grade concert and the show choir piece “The Body Electric.” After the performance, Deputy Superintendent Donna Fishbeck spoke on behalf of State Superintendent Kirsten Baesler in support of music education, emphasizing its benefits for creativity, collaboration, school climate, and student development, and noting the department’s support for music grants and professional development. She also highlighted the North Dakota Music Educators Association’s role in expanding access and quality in music education.
The committee then heard a presentation from Vital Network, introduced as a DPI-funded effort focused on teacher retention. Nate Eklund and Dr. Aaron Rob described the organization’s work with schools and districts to reduce educator burnout by improving workplace conditions, especially around time management, voice in decision-making, and care/support. They said the program uses surveys, dashboards, advisory support, and facilitated school and district processes to identify local friction points and help educators and leaders solve them, with examples ranging from simplifying material requests to improving PLC time and communication. They stressed that retention is driven more by workplace conditions than pay alone, and that solutions must be local rather than one-size-fits-all.
Members asked about rural teacher overload, sustainability after grant funding ends, and whether the model could inform broader policy or continuing education reforms. Vital representatives said the work is designed to be embedded in district systems and strategic plans so it can continue beyond their direct involvement, and that the approach aligns with the state’s teacher retention and recruitment task force recommendations. They reported serving about half of North Dakota educators across roughly 50 districts, with partnerships through regional education associations to reach rural areas. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during the discussion.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, January 16, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Speaker, I rise before you today to recognize a special day for our dairy farmers: National Milk Day.
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- We're doing our day-to-day jobs in this republic. We're not a democracy; we're a republic.
- And 381 days is a lot of days and a lot of resolve to get through something like that.
- And 381 days is a lot of days and a lot of resolve to get through something like that.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 45 Apr 22nd, 2026
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Please recognize Representative Hefner to present the Doctor of the Day.
- Representative Hefner, you are recognized to present our Doctor of the Day.
- I am very happy to introduce the Doctor of the Day to the House.
- Today, we celebrate not only a historic milestone, but also Today, we celebrate not only a historic milestone
- Just a reminder: in celebration of Earth Day, which is today, it is legislator night at the Oklahoma
Keywords:
4-H, youth development, community service, education, volunteering, Oklahoma, statutory revision, consolidation, law amendment, emergency legislation, legal clarity, SB171, state government, Capitol security, peace officer commission, legislative security, Department of Public Safety, Commissioner of Public Safety, President Pro Tempore, Speaker of the House
Summary:
The House convened, the clerk called the roll, and members proceeded through prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and routine floor business. The chamber recognized a number of guests and groups, including family members of members, Horizon Bankers from the Oklahoma Community Bankers Association, the Edmond Democratic Women’s Group, the Red Oak basketball team, the Union wrestling teams, the Doctor of the Day, and a Peruvian consul general and guest commemorating U.S.-Peru diplomatic relations. The House also announced Earth Day-related activities and 4-H Day at the Capitol.
A major focus of the day was 4-H. House Resolution 1052 was presented and adopted without objection, proclaiming April 22, 2026, as the 27th annual Oklahoma 4-H Day at the Capitol. Two 4-H members, Cian Tarafet and Kate Sherrill, addressed the chamber about the program’s impact on leadership, citizenship, workforce readiness, and community engagement. Members and program leaders also recognized the contributions of extension agents, land-grant universities, and 4-H participants across the state.
The House also held several special presentations honoring student achievements and public service. Kane Lee of Sand Springs was cited for calling 911 and helping calm students during a school bus medical emergency. The Red Oak basketball team and the Ponca City High Steppers were recognized for state and national championships, and the Union girls wrestling program was honored for multiple state titles. Representative Ken LaTrell delivered a farewell address reflecting on his legislative service, veterans’ issues, tribal policy, energy work, and family, with members offering remarks in response.
No substantive legislation beyond the 4-H resolution was debated in the transcript, and the only formal action recorded was unanimous adoption of H.R. 1052. The House then adjourned until Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 024 Feb 7th, 2026
Colorado Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- In Colorado, she quickly became a well-known defender of domestic workers and day laborers.
- Miss Garbajal's insights were critical in developing programs at El Centro Humanitario for day laborers
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- of February 2026 given the sixth day of February 2026 state<00:32:50.320><c> capital</c><00:32:51.360
- </c><00:35:14.079><c> So,</c> almost Valentine's Day. Um, I know. So, almost Valentine's Day.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
FL House Floor Session - 2025-03-27 (9:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- A doctor of the day is Dr.
- And just join me in celebrating their success.
- And they put their lives at risk every day. And they put their lives at risk every day.
- The reality of what we live with every day.
- Without objection, the Senate is now adjourned for the day.
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum present, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and included several member introductions and recognitions, including awareness resolutions and visiting groups in the galleries. The chamber then moved to a special order calendar and took up a series of bills, with most receiving unanimous or near-unanimous support. Early measures included SB 88 on utility terrain vehicles, which would allow local governments to designate certain roads for UTV use under safety restrictions; it passed 32-5 after debate over safety concerns. SB 102 on exceptional student education would create a workforce credential and badge program for students with autism spectrum disorder or modified curricula, and passed 36-0 after discussion of workforce access and district costs. SB 106 on exploitation of vulnerable adults would allow alternative service of process through the same app used by scammers, and passed 37-0. SB 130 on compensation for victims of wrongful incarceration would extend filing deadlines and remove restrictive bars to compensation, and passed 38-0. SB 158 would eliminate cost sharing for diagnostic and supplemental breast exams under the state employee health plan, and passed 38-0 after testimony about early detection and access to follow-up care.
The most extensive debate came on SB 234, which would revise laws on resisting law enforcement and add a mandatory life sentence for manslaughter of a law enforcement officer. Supporters argued it was needed after the killing of Officer Jason Raynor and to clarify that violent resistance to officers is not justified; opponents raised concerns about removing “good faith” language, potential impacts on Fourth Amendment issues, racial profiling, and the severity of the mandatory sentence. An amendment to restore “in good faith” failed, and after further debate the sponsor temporarily postponed the bill. The Senate then passed SB 262 on technical trust-code changes by a 36-0 vote, and later recognized Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity members in the gallery.
Additional bills passed with broad support. SB 274 designated portions of Orlando roadways as Harris Rosen Way and Geraldine Thompson Way, honoring philanthropist Harris Rosen and the late Senator Geraldine Thompson; it passed 38-0 and drew a motion for co-sponsorship. SB 280 created an enforcement mechanism for candidate party-affiliation qualification requirements and passed 38-0. SB 296 repealed the statewide mandate for later middle and high school start times and shifted the issue to local districts after reporting requirements, passing 38-0. SB 356 designated January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Florida and passed after remarks about the Holocaust memorial and the need to confront antisemitism. Throughout the session, senators frequently framed their votes in terms of public safety, education, access to care, civil justice, and commemorating community leaders and historical events.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 16 (1-29-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- countless challenges associated with their diagnoses, including physical, emotional, financial, and day-to-day
- countless challenges associated with their diagnoses, including physical, emotional, financial, and day-to-day
- countless challenges associated with their diagnoses, including physical, emotional, financial, and day-to-day
- countless challenges associated with their diagnoses, including physical, emotional, financial, and day-to-day
- We celebrate American Cancer Society.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jun 1st, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Daylight stretching, fields of flowers turning toward the sun, communities gathering in celebration with
- It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences."
- And may we leave this day, this time, and this season transformed willingly.
- Weiss specifically, including all the board members that were present that day, but to Mr.
- These commissioners take several cases each day and continue to serve.
VT
Transcript Highlights:
- It's a delight to be here and join you today, and we've got the page day. It's very special.
- </c><00:20:01.720><c> Um</c><00:20:02.160><c> again,</c> um celebrating this sport.
- Um again, um celebrating this sport.
- Seeing none, orders of the day.
- So, with that, the House will stand in recess until the following day at 1:00. votes.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- more day yes sir day so we have 23 more day yes sir day so we have 23 more legislative days to go and
- it starts off every day but is some days I starts off every day but is some days I starts off every day
- day so we're going to be doing a space day so we're going to be doing a space day so we're going to be
- in and day out to not have continue day in and day out to not have continue day in and day out to not
- and their first day in the service and their first day in the service and their first day in the private
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Apr 6th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Cummings: “I thank you, God, for most this amazing day.”
- I thank you, God, for most this amazing day, for the leaping greenly spirits of trees and a blue true
- On behalf of Senator Pérez, it gives me great pleasure to welcome State Superintendent Thurman's celebration
- of young authors, which includes ten Superintendent Thurman's celebration of young authors, which includes
- celebration and to advocate for the renovation of the Veterans Memorial Building.
Summary:
The Senate opened with a quorum call, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance, then recognized guests including young authors selected for publication and leaders involved with the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. The chamber adopted SCR 138, recognizing Architecture Week, with the author highlighting California architects’ work on climate resilience, energy efficiency, wildfire safety, and housing innovation, and noting the underrepresentation of women in the profession. The resolution passed unanimously, 32-0.
The Senate also confirmed two gubernatorial appointments. Francisco Kim was confirmed to the California Acupuncture Board by a unanimous 28-0 vote. Davina Hurt was confirmed to the California Water Commission by a 26-7 vote after supportive remarks from Senator Becker, who cited her experience on the Belmont City Council and the Air Resources Board. The body also approved the Senate journals, pulled SCR 124 from the consent agenda, and announced upcoming committee hearings after adjournment.
The remainder of the session was devoted to adjournment-in-memory tributes. Senator Wiener honored Andrea Schroeder, describing her long career in LGBTQ advocacy, women’s leadership, civic service, and political organizing in San Francisco and beyond. Senator Arreguín remembered Country Joe McDonald for his music, anti-war activism, and Berkeley ties, and Senator Hurtado honored Brenda Joe Martin for her community leadership in Lamor and work with local business and civic organizations. The Senate then recessed with plans to reconvene on April 9, 2026.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Arts, Entertainment, Sports, and Tourism Committee Nov 12th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- It continues to this day, and it was all around fire resources.
- It continues to this day, and it was all around fire resources.
- Thank you. ...are entering the career of journalism every day.
- Parents and grandparents use KPBS kids during the day.
- We should be celebrating.
Summary:
The hearing focused on the impact of the federal rescission of Corporation for Public Broadcasting funding on California public media, with Assemblymember Chris Ward and Senator Akilah Weber Pierson framing public media as essential civic infrastructure for education, local news, arts, emergency alerts, and underserved communities. Local officials from San Diego and La Mesa voiced support, emphasizing public media’s role in trusted information, children’s programming, and community arts access.
Panelists from PBS SoCal, KCRW, Rebuild Local News, NPR, KPBS, Radio Bilingüe, and KVPR described significant budget losses, layoffs, reduced programming, and threats to rural and specialized services. They highlighted impacts on children’s educational content, local journalism, arts coverage, science and documentary production, and emergency alert systems. Several speakers noted that smaller stations in rural or low-broadband areas are especially vulnerable, while larger stations are also cutting staff and delaying projects. They also discussed possible responses such as shared services, cost reductions, philanthropy, and state support, while warning that one-time bridge funding is not a long-term fix.
Committee members asked about operational changes, alternative revenue sources, the role of state programs, and whether public pressure could restore federal funding. Witnesses said the loss is already being felt, that restoration appears unlikely in the near term, and that any state support should be structured to protect editorial independence and provide stable, timely funding. The hearing concluded with a shift to labor and production testimony and then to station-specific testimony from KPBS, Radio Bilingüe, and KVPR, followed by public comment.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- , day in and day out.
- , day in and day out.
- , day in and day out.
- </c> that rely on them every single day. Mr. that rely on them every single day. Mr.
- This is just another day.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
House Chamber - Opening Day Wed Jan 15, 2025, 10:00AM HST - Day 1
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I am honored to preside over this opening day ceremony.
- </c><00:58:56.280><c> the</c> years next year we'll be celebrating the years next year we'll be celebrating
- Clouds of white, the brightness of day, and the dark Sac night and to...
- Let this be our prayer when shadows fill our day. Let this be our prayer when shadows fill our day.
- Pray when shadows fill our day. Day, for day, for day. [Music] Yes, and watch us.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, May 21, 2025 - Part 1)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And every day that this product sits in warehouses in Rhode Island is a day that children around the
- </c><02:05:03.880><c> pass,</c> We realize how quickly our days pass, We realize how quickly our days
- And teach us all to number our days.
- Today we Red Cross Founding Day.
- ><c> brought</c><02:10:39.280><c> comfort</c> earliest days, it has brought comfort earliest days, it
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- The actual centennial celebration birthday is November 11th, 2026.
- And then be celebrated for the next however many years. This is a generational celebration.
- My whole day has been like the 18th Monday. My apology.
Committee:
House Transportation
Keywords:
special license plates, Route 66, Oklahoma, funding, community support, memorial, infrastructure, transportation, Toby Keith, road designation, highway, bridge, license plates, Oklahoma State Beekeepers Association, higher education, special interest, vehicle registration
Summary:
The Transportation Committee first announced it would lay over House Bill 3664, then took up several transportation-related measures. House Bill 3147, by Rep. Hilton Brand, would create a voluntary Route 66 centennial license plate to mark the 2026 centennial of Route 66 and support the Oklahoma Route 66 Association; the sponsor said an emergency clause was included so plates could be in production before the celebration. The committee voted 9-0 to pass the bill.
The committee then considered House Bill 4299, by Rep. Blair, to rename the interchange at Indian Hills Road and I-35 as the Toby Keith interchange. Members asked for clarification on the location and whether the Keith family had been consulted; the sponsor said the family was ready to move forward and that the effort had been started previously by a former member. The bill passed 8-2.
Under oversight, the committee approved a PCS for House Bill 4265, the omnibus memorial roads and bridges naming bill, on a 9-0 vote. It then took up House Bill 4266, the special license plates omnibus bill, where members asked about how funds from out-of-state college and university plates would be handled; the sponsor said the money would stay in Oklahoma through the state system and that no funds would go to out-of-state schools. That bill also passed, 10-0. The chair noted the committee would meet again the following week and members would be told by Friday whether there would be an agenda.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- The day. Important business.
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- The day. Important Prudome, O'Brien. The day.
- </c> will remain there through Memorial Day. will remain there through Memorial Day.
- just this month, but every day.