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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- HB 3868 by Landgrafer Lane, Texas emissions reduction planner for the Committee on Environmental Regulation
- HB 3926 by Reynolds relating to the consideration of cumulative effects of the air contaminant emissions
- and the emissions permitting process or for the Committee on Environmental Regulation HB 3927 by Reynolds
- HB 3933 by Hopper relating to prohibiting the adoption or enforcement of certain federal emissions regulations
- HB 4049 by Lopez of Cameron relating to tracking of greenhouse gas emissions or for the Committee on
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- prohibiting the adoption of certain rules relating to the production and delivery for sale of zero-emission
- Senators Woods and Muñoz, an act relating to the cost of transportation and delivery for sale of zero-emission
- vehicles. to reduce the cost of transportation and delivery for sale of zero-emission vehicles.
NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
New York State Senate Session - 06/01/2026
New York Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- emergency situation, the parent has, as they are expected to do, bought a flare gun for use on the vessel
- gun requirements, they are supposed to, as part of maritime laws, they are required to be on the vessel
- guns requirements, they are supposed to, as part of maritime laws, they are required to be on the vessel
- Flare guns are required to be on maritime vessels, required to be there.
Summary:
The Senate convened, approved the prior journal, and then processed a series of motions to discharge bills from committees and substitute identical Senate bills, which were so ordered. Several bills were also recalled from the Assembly, had reconsideration votes taken, and were restored to the third reading calendar after receiving 58 ayes. Amendments were received on a number of bills, and those measures retained their place on the calendar.
The main business of the day was Privileged Resolution 2318, sponsored by Leader Stewart-Cousins, honoring Senator Michael Gianaris with the President Pro Tempore and Senate Majority Leader’s Legislative Legacy Award. The resolution and floor remarks reviewed his long career in the Assembly and Senate, his role as Deputy Majority Leader and floor leader, and his work on housing, criminal justice, voting rights, labor, environmental, consumer, transit, animal welfare, and other major legislation. Members from both parties spoke at length, praising his strategic skill, mentorship, humor, and influence, while also noting his support for younger members and his commitment to family.
Several senators described personal experiences showing Gianaris’s mentorship and political guidance, and many referenced his Greek American identity, Queens roots, and interests such as Star Wars and the Mets. Senators also emphasized that he was leaving on his own terms to spend more time with his wife and daughters. The resolution was adopted with broad support, and Gianaris then spoke in response, reflecting on nearly 30 years in state government, the major laws passed during his tenure, and the relationships he built in the chamber.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Because we are human and live in an earthen vessel, when the anger rises, send a calming breeze of peace
- Because we are human and live in<00:10:58.160><c> an</c><00:10:58.399><c> earthen</c><00:10:58.880><c> vessel
- </c><00:10:59.839><c> when</c><00:11:00.079><c> the</c><00:11:00.320><c> anger</c> in an earthen vessel
- when the anger in an earthen vessel when the anger rises,<00:11:02.160><c> send</c><00:11:02.399><c>
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Environmental Quality Committee Apr 8th, 2026
Environmental Quality
Transcript Highlights:
- There are increasing divisions around GHG, greenhouse gas emission reductions versus vehicle miles traveled
- funded, our own analysis shows that highway expansion projects are often flagged as reducing GHG emissions
- Our state already has many regulations and funding programs that encourage the transition to zero-emission
- to pass this bill without additional steps to ensure the regions do the utmost to reduce climate emissions
- They do not have any AB 32 emission reduction requirements.
Summary:
The committee heard several bills focused on environmental, climate, transparency, water affordability, recycling, and refinery transition issues. SB 1087 would modernize SB 375 regional climate and transportation planning by extending planning cycles, clarifying target-setting and review processes, and reducing time spent on modeling and CEQA-related work; it drew strong support from MPOs and environmental groups with some opposition from clean air, housing, and industry advocates concerned about VMT, housing impacts, and agency authority. SB 1239 would require CARB to update its standardized regulatory impact assessment when major regulations are materially changed; manufacturers and business groups supported the transparency measure, while the chair opposed it as adding delay and inefficiency to rulemaking. SB 1125 would create the framework for a statewide low-income water rate assistance program; it received broad support from utilities, environmental justice groups, local governments, and community members, and the committee advanced it on a 3-1 vote. SB 1180 would set rules for spending from the plastic pollution mitigation fund created by SB 54, with broad support from environmental justice and conservation groups and opposed-unless-amended positions from industry groups seeking tighter limits and more oversight; it advanced on a 3-0 vote. SB 1161 would require CARB to present household-level cost impacts of regulations in plain language, and it advanced on a 4-0 vote despite late opposition from environmental groups. SB 955, updating beverage container recycling and redemption requirements, passed 5-0, and SB 1259, requiring refineries to disclose cleanup liabilities and decommissioning information to aid long-term planning, drew strong support from environmental and local government witnesses but firm opposition from petroleum, labor, and business groups; the committee began discussion but the transcript cuts off before a final vote on that bill.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Environmental Quality Committee Apr 8th, 2026
Environmental Quality
Transcript Highlights:
- increasing divisions around GHG, greenhouse, ...increasing divisions around GHG, greenhouse gas emission
- funded, our own analysis shows the highway expansion projects are often flagged as reducing GHG emissions
- Our state already has many regulations and funding programs that encourage the transition to zero-emission
- to pass this bill without additional steps to ensure the regions do the utmost to reduce climate emissions
- They do not have any AB 32 emission reduction requirements.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session: 2025 First Special Session - part 3 Jun 9th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- If this happens, it will increase U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by half a billion metric tons by 2030
- The number one cause of reducing greenhouse gas emissions is moving not from coal to solar, but from
- And lower emissions. It's a win-win-win-win-win.
- We are a tiny slice, but what we can do is reduce our greenhouse gas emissions responsibly and make lives
- But we should be moving to a lower emission standpoint in a way that is efficient and doesn't tell people
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session: 2025 First Special Session 6/9/25 - Part 3
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- If this happens, it will increase U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by half a billion metric tons by 2030
- If this happens, it will increase U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by half a billion metric tons by 2030
- If this happens, it will increase U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by half a billion metric tons by 2030
- </c> reducing greenhouse gas emissions reducing greenhouse gas emissions because<01:34:38.400><c> that
- </c> emissions. It's a win-win win-win-win. emissions. It's a win-win win-win-win.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Apr 23rd, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The development of offshore oil operations would increase fossil fuel emissions, acting against our efforts
- here in California, we will import it from places with weaker environmental standards, with higher emissions
- invested over 727 million in climate-smart ag programs over the past decade, reducing greenhouse gas emissions
- by 31 million tons of CO2 and saving 1.727 million ...emissions by 31 million tons of CO2 and saving
Summary:
The Senate convened with a roll call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance, then recognized the YMCA’s 175th anniversary through floor remarks highlighting its long history of community service, youth programs, child care, and civic engagement. The body then moved through routine messages and appointments, confirming three gubernatorial appointments: former Judge Frank Darnell Jr. to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board, Michelle Edgar to the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, and David Galavis to the State Park and Recreation Commission.
On third reading, senators debated and adopted Senate Joint Resolution 12, which opposes the federal offshore oil and gas leasing proposal off California and calls for California to be removed from the plan and for stronger environmental review and public participation. Supporters emphasized coastal protection and climate goals, while opponents argued the state faces energy supply and affordability problems and needs more domestic production. The resolution passed by roll call. The Senate also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 118, urging full release of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein investigation files to promote transparency and accountability for survivors, and Senate Resolution 99, declaring April 21, 2026, California Agriculture Day and recognizing the state’s agricultural production, farmworkers, and climate-smart practices.
The final major item was Senate Resolution 100, designating April 16, 2026, as Breaking the Silence Day of Awareness to raise awareness of child sexual abuse, support survivors, and expand prevention and mandated reporter training. The author and supporters spoke about the prevalence of abuse, the importance of reporting, and survivor support; the resolution was adopted unanimously. The Senate then lifted the calls and confirmed the earlier appointments, adopted the consent calendar, announced upcoming budget subcommittee meetings, and adjourned in memory of Rob Trice and Alwyn Ben Holman. The session ended with notice that the next floor session would be Monday, April 27, 2026, with Denim Day observed that day.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Apr 23rd, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The development of offshore oil operations would increase fossil fuel emissions, acting against our efforts
- here in California, we will import it from places with weaker environmental standards, with higher emissions
- invested over 727 million in climate-smart ag programs over the past decade, reducing greenhouse gas emissions
- by 31 million tons of CO2 and saving 1.727 million Emissions by 31 million tons of CO2 and saving 1.6
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
EEP Public Hearing - Fri Apr 17, 2026 @ 10:05 AM HST
Energy & Environmental Protection
Transcript Highlights:
- Greenhouse gas emissions keep growing, global temperatures are rising, our planet is fast approaching
- </c><00:09:07.040><c> Greenhouse</c><00:09:07.400><c> gas</c><00:09:07.720><c> emissions</c> are losing
- Greenhouse gas emissions are losing.
- Greenhouse gas emissions keep<00:09:08.520><c> growing,</c><00:09:09.120><c> global</c> keep growing,
Keywords:
dust monitoring, public health, environmental quality, Waimanalo Gulch, air quality, particulate matter, community engagement, health risks, pollution mitigation, mattress stewardship, environmental protection, recycling, producer responsibility, solid waste management, environment, pollution, tourism, disposable bodyboards, polystyrene, marine ecosystems
Summary:
The Committee on Energy and Environmental Protection held its final hearing of the session on April 17, 2026, and took up a series of Senate concurrent resolutions focused on environmental protection, waste reduction, and energy policy. Measures discussed included SCR 142 on dust monitoring near Waimanalo Gulch, SCR 39 on a mattress stewardship program, SCR 40 on banning disposable bodyboards, SCR 83 on a lithium-ion battery disposal facility, SCR 168 on a demolition waste reduction working group, SCR 96 on reporting on the Hawaii Electric Reliability Administrator, SCR 166 on PUC considerations for a generational energy commitment, and SCR 172 on a comprehensive analysis to reduce costs and financial risk while meeting state goals.
Testimony was generally supportive of the environmental and waste-management measures. The Department of Health supported SCR 39 and provided comments on SCR 142; Climate Protectors Hawaii supported SCR 39, SCR 83, SCR 168, and SCR 172; the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development and Hawaii Reef and Ocean's Coalition submitted comments or support on SCR 168; and the Public Utilities Commission provided comments on SCR 96 and SCR 166. On SCR 166, Greenpeace Hawaii testified in opposition to LNG, arguing it would worsen pollution and climate impacts, while Earthjustice supported the intent but suggested amendments. Earthjustice also supported SCR 172 and offered friendly amendments to improve the study language.
In decision-making, the chair recommended deferral of SCR 142 because an existing regulatory framework already addresses the issue. The committee then voted to pass SCR 39, SCR 40, SCR 83, SCR 96, and SCR 166 unamended. SCR 168 was passed with amendments to reflect OPSD's requested changes and to make the working group temporary, with a two-year term and annual reports due before session. SCR 172 was passed with amendments accepted from Earthjustice. Rep. Quinlan was noted as excused for the votes, and the committee adjourned after adopting the final recommendation.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets Apr 7th, 2026
Joint Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets
Transcript Highlights:
- It will lower household expenses, unlock housing production, and reduce climate emissions.
- vision of regional rail with more frequent and reliable service, faster and quieter trains, reduced emissions
- vision of regional rail with more frequent and reliable service, faster and quieter trains, reduced emissions
- reliability and modernization program at the MBTA, which is focused on decarbonizing and reducing emissions
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets held a public hearing on H. 5279, a transportation bond bill financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges. MassDOT and A&F testified in support, describing the bill as a major transportation investment package centered on a $300 million annual Chapter 90 local aid program, with $200 million distributed by the traditional formula and $100 million by lane miles to better support rural communities. They also outlined funding for MBTA rail reliability and modernization, transportation projects that support housing production, a new DCR parkway resilience and safety program, and reauthorizations of existing highway and municipal grant programs such as the Municipal Pavement Program and Shared Streets and Spaces.
Witnesses said the bill would help address aging infrastructure, improve safety and resilience, support housing development, and leverage Fair Share surtax revenue through the Commonwealth Transportation Fund. They explained that some authorizations are structured to allow the state to issue special obligation bonds, and clarified that the bill authorizes the full spending amount for federally aided projects even though the state only borrows the 20 percent match, with the federal government reimbursing the rest. Committee members asked about bridge repair needs, the size of the backlog, how housing-related transportation funds would be allocated, MBTA vehicle procurement, and whether rural communities would have fair access to the new funding streams.
Several members praised the administration’s financing approach but urged future Chapter 90 increases to keep pace with inflation and requested more attention to rural municipal capacity and bridge safety needs. The Massachusetts Municipal Association also testified in strong support, emphasizing that Chapter 90 is the most important tool for cities and towns to maintain local roads and bridges and urging prompt passage before construction season. No votes were taken; after testimony concluded, the committee adjourned.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- court for alleged wrongs having to do with Climate change, alleged climate change, or greenhouse emissions
- lawsuits that are being filed trying to hold this particular industry to account for climate change or emissions
- regulations and their own permits are brought into court for alleged violations of climate change or emissions
- they allege some sort of harm or liability for climate change, alleged climate change or greenhouse emissions
Keywords:
SB1191, Oklahoma Energy Initiative Act, Oklahoma Low Carbon Energy Initiative Board, low carbon energy, clean energy, energy policy, renewable energy, board repeal, statutory repeal, administrative board, energy committee, natural resources, Oklahoma statutes, 17 O.S. 802.3, groundwater, indemnity fund, well drilling, pollution prevention, regulatory compliance, SB1319
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
EEP Info Briefing - Thu Apr 16, 2026 @ 9:00 AM HST
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:18:02.640><c> get</c> uh greenhouse gas emissions get uh greenhouse gas emissions get radically
- They agreed to really cut emissions globally from the shipping industry, and they did by about 70% by
- They agreed to really cut emissions globally from the shipping industry, and they did by about 70% by
- </c> factor in the harm that CO2 emissions factor in the harm that CO2 emissions cost,<01:03:10.559><
- </c><01:12:10.480><c> Next</c> emission vehicle sales by 2035. Next emission vehicle sales by 2035.
Keywords:
affordable housing, housing credits, perpetual credits, development, Hawaii Housing Finance, Vietnam veterans, commemorative medal, recognition, working group, Hawaii, no-bid contracts, emergency procurement, audit, state agencies, public funds, accountability, emergency response, disability access, 911 systems, life-saving measures
MD
Transcript Highlights:
- There's a few different ways that zero emission vehicles have to pay their own way.
- As you know, zero emission vehicles tend to be a little bit heavier because of the battery.
- </c> different ways that zero emission different ways that zero emission vehicles<01:36:36.960><c> have
- </c><01:36:41.080><c> vehicles</c> specific to zero emission vehicles specific to zero emission vehicles
- </c><01:37:00.800><c> vehicles</c> lots of ways that zero emission vehicles lots of ways that zero emission
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-02-25 (5:00PM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Normally, red blood cells are disc-shaped and flexible, allowing them to move easily through blood vessels
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence honoring former Senator Charlie Dean. Senators also introduced guests, including family members, church leaders, and visiting students. The chamber then moved to the special order calendar, where several bills were temporarily postponed, including measures on Citizens Property Insurance, artificial intelligence, public records, and data centers.
The Senate passed a series of bills focused on consumer protection, transportation safety, health, and financial regulation. CS/HB 505 on virtual currency kiosks passed 37-0 after being substituted for SB 198 and amended to adopt Senate language aimed at limiting fraud and setting transaction controls. SB 382 on electric bicycles passed 37-0 after amendment to broaden the task force to micro-mobility devices. SB 844 on sickle cell disease continuing education passed 37-0, requiring certain health professionals to complete training on care management. SB 1014 on municipal utility service outside city limits passed 37-0, and SB 428 on the swimming lesson voucher program passed 36-0 after amendments expanding the program to ages 1 through 7 and adding drowning-prevention education for new parents.
The Senate also passed CS/CS/CS/SB 540 on the Office of Financial Regulation, which creates cybersecurity program requirements for certain licensees, expands oversight of some investment advisers, and updates credit union and anti-money-laundering provisions; it passed 36-0. CS/CS/SB 1440 on public records passed 35-1 after technical amendments tied to related cybersecurity exemptions and reporting requirements. SB 1594 on veteran benefit payments to minor clients passed 36-0, directing certain benefits for foster youth toward post-secondary education or aftercare rather than agency reimbursement. At the end of the session, the Rules Chair moved to certify all passed bills to the House and retain postponed bills on the special order calendar, and the Senate adjourned until the next day.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee 2/17/25
Transportation Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- about transportation infrastructure and achieve transportation climate goals, including net zero emissions
- which are transportation climate goals which are net<00:23:15.159><c> zero</c><00:23:15.520><c> emissions
- </c><00:23:16.000><c> by</c><00:23:16.159><c> 2050</c> net zero emissions by 2050 net zero emissions
- um it then also creates a emissions um it then also creates a mechanism<00:24:57.720><c> to</c><00:24
- of a a highway re the carbon emissions of a a highway re repair<00:26:26.880><c> I</c><00:26:26.960>
Keywords:
HF198, shared time pupils, shared-time enrollment, nonpublic school, private school, public school, career and technical education, CTE, secondary credit, school funding, state aid, education finance, Minnesota Statutes 126C.01, compulsory attendance, school district, education policy, HF269, Spicer, Minnesota bonding bill, capital investment
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate Committee on Business and Commerce (Part II) Mar 27th, 2025
Business & Commerce
Transcript Highlights:
- Because these are zero emission, they deem them as not an issue.
- While the visible pollution I see is mainly from smog due to vehicle emissions and NO2 photochemical
- Power reduces carbon emissions, mitigates rising temperatures, and helps preserve the ecosystems that
- And then the indirect carbon emissions. Do y'all study that much?
- Indirect carbon emissions from making the turbines and all that good stuff—do y'all study that?
Bills:
SB458, SB819, SB1238, SB1642, SB1643, SB1644, SB1791, SB1810, SB1824, SB1825, SB758, SB1455, SB1706
Keywords:
insurance appraisal, property insurance, auto insurance, homeowners insurance, residential property, disputed loss, loss valuation, appraisal clause, appraiser, umpire, Texas Department of Insurance, TDI, insurance dispute resolution, claims adjustment, total loss, windstorm insurance, FAIR Plan, surplus lines insurance, policyholder, insurer
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 4 on Climate Crisis, Resources, Energy, and Transportation May 13th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- and $218.1 million in operating expense to continue replacing our aging fleet and installing zero-emission
- We also initiated more than 100 zero-emission vehicle charging infrastructure projects statewide, and
- And any information on using plug-in hybrids versus full zero-emission vehicles?
- give us context, maybe let me just miss the number: what number are expected to be hybrid or zero-emission
- the Legislature decides to move forward, we urge that you ensure funds still reduce greenhouse gas emissions
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- amount will also be relevant to the application fees that they pay, which will be based on their emission
- On their emission points.
- There is also an annual fee based on NAICS codes, along with a per-ton fee for actual emissions.
- various components and replace them with an application fee and an annual fee based on proposed emission
- We're trying to go to a single fee that would be based upon actual emissions.