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AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Health Committee Feb 11th, 2025

Health

Transcript Highlights:
  • Blue plans and 44 other State Medicaid programs, including those from Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi
  • Representative Marx, how many other states in the union do this?
  • This is the Alabama state government trying to tell you what a woman is.
  • Not too long ago, the Alabama state government couldn't tell you what a person was.
  • Women denied scholarships, and that is an... ...denied scholarships, and that is an example of the misuse
Bills: HB45 , HB79 , SB79
Committee: House Health
FL
Transcript Highlights:
  • Education in the state of Florida is crucial.
  • My local state college, Indian River State College, was an Aspen winner, number one in the country among
  • It offers two-year state college courses.
  • He is the President of South Florida State College.
  • As a growing state, Florida is one of the fastest growing states in the country.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/15/2026 - Senate Floor Session

Arizona Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • again: it's the taxpayers who fund the state.
  • Neighborhood schools are closing all over the state.
  • State Senate, LD 14. ...and the U.S. safe.
  • State Senate, LD 14.
  • Federal tax credit authorization scholarships. Finance.
Summary: The Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, recorded attendance, approved the prior journal, and made temporary committee appointments. It then resolved into Committee of the Whole to consider SB 1106, a tax conformity bill tied to federal tax changes. Senators debated the measure at length, with supporters arguing it would provide tax relief, certainty for taxpayers and businesses, and conformity with federal filing rules, while opponents said it would reduce state revenue, favor wealthier taxpayers and corporations, and should be handled in budget negotiations or a special session. The bill advanced from Committee of the Whole and, on third reading, passed the Senate 17-12 with one not voting, then was transmitted to the House and later to the governor. During the floor debate, senators focused on the bill’s effects on child care deductions, senior deductions, overtime and tip income, business expensing, and a provision related to federal school voucher tax credits. Democrats argued the bill would worsen budget pressures, undermine funding for education, roads, public safety, and human services, and do little for families on child care waitlists or seniors still working. Republicans countered that the bill would keep more money in taxpayers’ pockets, support working families and small businesses, and align Arizona’s tax code with federal changes to avoid confusion for filers. After the tax vote, Senator Bolick read a proclamation honoring Arizona and U.S. law enforcement, citing fallen officers, officer assaults, and the need for training, equipment, mental health support, and tougher penalties for attacks on officers. The Senate then received and referred a large number of new bills to committees, announced upcoming committee meetings, and adjourned until Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • And through them, blessed the great state of Oklahoma, our home in Jesus' name. Amen.
  • And there are 14 of those in our state.
  • cylinders coming into the state.
  • LP gas seemed to not be manned to do all the inspections across the state.
  • There are thousands of them across the state of Oklahoma.
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Jan 28th, 2026

County and Municipal Government

Transcript Highlights:
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  • But this will allow them to operate within the state of Alabama with a state fire marshal stamp, with
  • But this will allow them to operate within the state of Alabama with a state fire marshal stamp, with
  • governor of the state of Alabama.
  • The chief of the state of Alabama.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Education Oversight Feb 25th, 2026 at 09:00 am

Education Oversight

Transcript Highlights:
  • the university to stay in good standing and continue with that scholarship.
  • the university to stay in good standing and continue with that scholarship.
  • , with my School pages with thousands of homeschoolers throughout the state.
  • You make me nostalgic for my days on the State Powers Committee.
  • We have many states that are looking at legislation similar to this.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Education Oversight Feb 25th, 2026

Education Oversight

Transcript Highlights:
  • the university to stay in good standing and continue with that scholarship.
  • It should be the same extent. ...to stay in good standing and continue with that scholarship.
  • In a majority of them, 82% in the state of Oklahoma, are appointed, not elected.
  • And kind of what we're seeing is several states are starting to put stuff like this in.
  • Upon that review, we came across a college, Rose State, who had this explicit policy.
Summary: The Education Oversight Committee heard several bills focused on higher education, school library materials, military student transfers, women’s privacy, academic grading standards, program review, and teacher professional development. HB 2950, by Rep. Woolley, would remove the ACT requirement for homeschool students seeking Oklahoma’s Promise and bar colleges from imposing extra homeschool-specific hurdles; supporters said it would treat homeschoolers the same as other students, while opponents raised concerns about oversight and taxpayer-funded aid. The committee also heard HB 3132, which would direct higher education institutions to seek accreditors that do not impose DEI mandates, and HB 3700, which would require colleges to grade students only on academic criteria rather than opinions or beliefs. HB 3701 would codify regents’ procedures for reviewing and acting on low-performing degree programs, and HB 4115 would cap required teacher professional development hours, with the sponsor emphasizing local control and that the bill is permissive rather than mandatory. The committee also considered HB 2978, which would prohibit public school library materials from including descriptions or depictions of sexually explicit conduct. Supporters framed it as protecting children and aligning library collections with community standards, while opponents worried the language could limit access to materials that help students understand abuse and safety. HB 4274, a cleanup bill on military student schooling and school choice, would restore omitted transfer language, clarify in-district enrollment timing, and align the six-month relocation requirement with the Open Transfer Act. HB 3242, dealing with privacy for women in schools, universities, and domestic violence shelters, drew questions about how gender would be verified and how the bill would affect transgender students and shelter access. Most bills advanced on motions for due pass after committee discussion. HB 2950, HB 2978, HB 3132, HB 4274, HB 3242, HB 3700, HB 3701, and HB 4115 all received due pass recommendations. HB 3467 was laid over until the next meeting, and the committee then adjourned.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/10/2026 - House Floor Session

Arizona House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • That's a solution that's unacceptable to... ...and cut a check to the state.
  • Arizona is a sovereign state, and we are not a rubber stamp for D.C.
  • Arizona is a sovereign state and we are not a rubber stamp for DC.
  • to have to amend their returns and cut an additional check to the state.
  • He was offered over 130 academic scholarships and eight athletic scholarships. Dr.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/10/2026 - House Floor Session

Arizona House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • State of Arizona Legislative Proclamation, February 2026, American Heart Month.
  • That's a solution that's unacceptable to... ...and cut a check to the state.
  • Arizona is a sovereign state, and we are not a rubber stamp for D.C.
  • to have to amend their returns and cut an additional check to the state.
  • athletic scholarships.
Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, guest introductions, and a proclamation recognizing February 2026 as American Heart Month, with Representative Willoughby emphasizing CPR and AED readiness. Members also welcomed students and guests from Wilcox Christian School, the Arizona State Fair Association, and other visitors. The chamber then handled routine business including attendance, journal approval, committee assignments, and first and second readings of numerous bills. The Committee of the Whole considered several measures, including HB 2016, HB 2133, HB 2223, HB 2459, HB 2501, and HB 2785. Most received do-pass recommendations after brief explanations and amendments. HB 2785, a major tax conformity bill, drew the most debate: supporters said it would align Arizona law with federal tax changes, prevent taxpayers from having to amend returns, and provide certainty during filing season, while opponents argued it would create a large revenue loss and benefit corporations and the wealthy without a clear funding plan. The committee adopted the Ways and Means amendment to HB 2785 by a 31-22 division vote, and the bill ultimately received a do-pass recommendation. Back on the floor, the House adopted the Committee of the Whole report and sent HB 2016, HB 2133, HB 2123, HB 2459, HB 2501, and HB 2785 to engrossing. In third reading, HB 2029, HB 2120, HB 2126, and HB 2131 passed, while HB 2045 failed on a 19-36 vote and then failed again on a reconsideration motion by 25-27. Members then made several personal privilege remarks about legislative process, representation, and Black History Month, and the House adjourned until the following Wednesday afternoon.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

House and Governmental Affairs Apr 14th, 2026

House and Governmental Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • It is state money, but it's not tax dollar money that comes through.
  • We get to know how much every employee makes in the state.
  • I believe I've seen one from the Secretary of State.
  • I learned something new about my state every day.
  • I learned something new about my state every day.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Commerce Apr 13th, 2026

Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • I deeply care about our state.
  • It does not need to be piecemeal state by state.
  • It does not need to be piecemeal state by state.
  • “Unfortunately, [the provisions] vary from state to state.
  • Because you say with other states, so that means other states have passed laws.
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Boards, Agencies and Commissions Committee Feb 11th, 2026

Boards, Agencies and Commissions

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c> construction companies across the state. construction companies across the state.
  • </c> from in the state of Alabama. from in the state of Alabama.
  • </c> review of of licensing in the state. review of of licensing in the state.
  • </c> leave the state. leave the state.
  • </c> &gt;&gt; Providers are state. &gt;&gt; Providers are state.
Bills: SB78 , SB103 , SB113 , SB180 , SB78 , SB103 , SB113 , SB180
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Insurance Committee Feb 11th, 2026

Insurance

Transcript Highlights:
  • Um, so this piece of legislation gives um individuals that are Oregon donors, especially state employees
  • individuals that are Oregon donors<00:03:48.959><c> u</c><00:03:49.120><c> especially</c><00:03:49.519><c> state
Bills: HB372 , HB361 , HB391 , HB372 , HB361 , HB391
Committee: House Insurance
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Veterans, Military Affairs and Public Safety Committee Apr 3rd, 2025

Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • Because there's no state law, that's what this bill aims to address. Motion, Senator...
  • There are many things that we can do together to improve the lives of the veterans in our state, and
  • It is really important for us to look at good programs in our state that we could then... programs in
  • our state that we could then replicate statewide for veterans.
  • April Turner, who is the state head injury coordinator for the Department of Rehabilitation Services,
Bills: SB241 , HB304 , HB295 , HB361
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Finance and Taxation General Fund Committee Feb 12th, 2025

Finance and Taxation General Fund

Transcript Highlights:
  • There have been at least two or three other states that have gone in for new prisons, and all of them
  • Keep in mind also that one thing we've done in the states is pay off loans that we've already had.
Bills: SB60 , SB103 , SB60 , SB103
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 9th, 2026 at 09:30 am

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • And Lord, yesterday was a tragic day in our state...
  • Aaron has been a hometown Okarti guy, played in the state tournament, played in the states, played in
  • the state tournament several times.
  • They were 24 state champions, 25 state champions, and then we did a three-peat this year.
  • This is the Alomega Class B state champion girls basketball team.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • Because in this state, independent is unaffiliated.
  • If I am from out of state but I live in the state, can I register to vote? Yes, you can.
  • That's all this bill is saying for the... state of Oklahoma.
  • This is the state board of regents that are doing this. Follow up.
  • House Bill 3279 by Pier of the An act relating to state government.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • Thank you for the service to the state of Oklahoma from the governor of...
  • It's a special year here in the state of Oklahoma for many reasons.
  • I want to tell you a little bit about just what they've meant to our state.
  • But we have the Ham Institute through the Oklahoma State University.
  • Reid, Chairman Caldwell, state your point. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee Jan 21st, 2026

Public Safety and Homeland Security

Transcript Highlights:
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  • </c> state without an on cycle skills test. state without an on cycle skills test.
  • </c> collaboration with certain other state collaboration with certain other state agencies<00:45:58.000
  • </c> physical state ID. physical state ID.
  • </c> other states who have this license. other states who have this license.
Bills: HB1 , HB198 , HB11 , HB32 , HB33 , HB34 , HB56 , HB68 , HB72 , HB101 , HB102 , HB110 , HB154 , HB166 , HB168 , HB274 , SB114 , HB1 , HB198 , HB11 , HB32 , HB33 , HB34 , HB56 , HB68 , HB72 , HB101 , HB102 , HB110 , HB154 , HB166 , HB168 , HB274 , SB114
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Aeronautics and Transportation REVISED Apr 13th, 2026 at 10:00 am

Aeronautics and Transportation

Transcript Highlights:
  • It has been a very rewarding career to serve the citizens of the state of Oklahoma.
  • I would look forward to serving the state of Oklahoma. I want to thank Mr. Howard and Mr.
  • , and 60 days is simply not enough time for them to get those registered in another state.
  • , and 60 days is simply not enough time for them to get those registered in another state.
  • ODOT has identified about 14 locations across the state that meet the criteria of this bill.