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NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Executive Departments and Administration Work Session on HB 145, HB 271 (02/06/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- Oh, I know why it was passed, because we wanted to have what I remember that this was, if my memory is
- or their internal question to their membership, 78% approved of retaining the exam. this was if my memory
- is correct this this was if my memory is correct this bill<00:04:47.320>
was <00:04:47.840> - They're working with Congress.
Summary:
The subcommittee heard House Bill 2712, which would remove the exam requirement for licensure as a Licensed Social Work Associate (LSWA). Members expressed concern that the exam requirement was only added in 2021 and has not been in place long enough to evaluate, but they also questioned whether licensure should be granted without a meaningful measure of competency. Testimony was split: supporters argued the exam is a barrier for applicants without formal social work education, while opponents said licensure should still require some standard of competency, especially because the title carries public expectations and insurance reimbursement implications.
Karina Bonia, speaking for NASW New Hampshire, said there is very limited data because only one person in New Hampshire currently holds an LSWA. She explained that LSWA applicants may have degrees outside social work, unlike licensed social workers, and that the current exam is the same national social work exam used for higher levels of licensure. She argued that this creates a significant barrier for LSWA applicants and noted that LSWA holders are already required to complete 30 hours of training and substantial supervised hours. Members asked for data on pass/fail rates and whether a different exam or practical skills test would be more appropriate.
Committee members and OPLC representatives discussed whether the current statute and board rules already provide enough authority for the board to set other criteria, and whether the exam requirement is tied to the social work compact. OPLC indicated that the current rule requires passage of a national proctored exam approved by the board, but that no national exam exists specifically for this level, and that the board may need legislative authority to develop different criteria. The discussion ended with interest in obtaining the existing rule language and possibly revisiting the issue through amendment or future legislation rather than immediately removing the exam requirement.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs Mar 17th, 2025
S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Constitution, Congress alone holds the power to declare war.
- In that instance, because Congress didn't bother to do their job.
- HB 930 would force Congress to examine lessons learned from previous conflicts before the Congress. clearing
- Congress has a 9% approval rating.
- Congress controls.
Keywords:
highway designation, veteran recognition, commemorative, transportation, Brazoria County, Texas National Guard, combat duty, military activation, state requirements, emergency response, active combat duty, military service, Congressional action, Governor responsibilities, Congressional declaration, state law, conflict, armed forces, congressional approval, war declaration
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, January 13, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Congress already requires the nation's intercity passenger railroads to submit this information to Congress
- Amtrak was created 55 years ago by Congress as a for-profit entity. to submit this information to Congress
- the bill and yield back the balance of my time. 117th 118th congresses and I'd urge 117th 118th congresses
- feet, which Congress approved in 2018.
- Act requires TVA to report to Congress Act requires TVA to report to Congress on<05:19:10.798>
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Steven Bradbury, of Virginia, to be Deputy Secretary of Transportation. Feb 20th, 2025 at 08:30 am
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Congress, in its judgment, deliberated over it and did not accept it.
- Yes, the Constitution gives that to Congress.
- And I think that's what Congress intended.
- I absolutely agree that the constitutional structure is Congress makes the laws, Congress appropriates
- It's fair for the president to put that forward to Congress.
Keywords:
transportation, air traffic control, safety regulations, Boeing 737 MAX, Department of Transportation, infrastructure funding, public safety, legislative oversight
Summary:
The committee meeting addressed several pressing issues concerning transportation, particularly focusing on the need for improved safety standards and efficient management at the Department of Transportation. Specific discussions revolved around air traffic control, with members highlighting the urgency for a significant upgrade in systems and personnel. Notably, concerns were raised regarding past practices, especially the handling of safety regulations during the Boeing 737 MAX incidents. The committee expressed a clear intent to ensure rigorous safety oversight moving forward, emphasizing that the health and safety of the public must remain the top priority in all legislative and funding decisions.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House State-Federal Relations and Veterans Affairs (01/31/2025)
State-federal Relations and Veterans Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Congress<00:12:01.440>
the employee of Congress the employee of Congress the archist<00:12 - Congress, as an entity, abhors power sharing, and the Constitution envisioned that Congress fears, as
- accumulates power to itself Congress accumulates power to itself Congress<00:13:18.800>
as <00 - Congress is addicted to debt.
- <02:51:27.040>
Congress <02:51:27.399>is forward even for congress Congress is forward
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs Mar 17th, 2025
S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Now that 99 out of 10 people that were in Congress on that time are no longer there.
- And again, If Congress declares war, we go on the next plane over.
- Not even in a speech to the Congress, uh, and did not even seek an authorization from the Congress to
- Congress has a 9% approval rating.
- Congress controls National Guard funding, not the Department of Defense.
Keywords:
public school finance, property values, homestead exemptions, funding allocation, education policy, HB227, kratom, Mitragyna speciosa, kratom products, kratom processor, kratom retailer, controlled substances, Texas Controlled Substances Act, Health and Safety Code, Penalty Group 1, tianeptine, 7-hydroxymitragynine, mitragynine, synthetic kratom, kratom alkaloids
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on the Judiciary Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- Statutes of limitations, as we all know, exist for a reason: memories can fade, evidence can degrade.
- Statutes of limitations, as we all know, exist for a reason: memories can fade, evidence can degrade.
- But as soon as I got into the car, my memory of the night is just completely gone, essentially.
- In the latest book that I just released, I deal with the abuse at Catholic Memorial High School.
- I have come once before you today in recent memory, and I have to share with you that for some reason
Summary:
The Joint Committee on the Judiciary held a lengthy hearing on a wide range of bills involving domestic violence, sexual assault, child sexual abuse, trafficking, victim compensation, and related criminal justice reforms. Testimony focused on measures to support survivors and close perceived legal gaps, including bills to protect domestic violence survivors in child welfare proceedings, expand victim compensation for homicide families and trafficking survivors, create a DNA exception to the rape statute of limitations, eliminate or extend statutes of limitations for child sexual abuse, and strengthen laws on upskirting, sexual abuse by adults in positions of authority, and sexual assault by rideshare drivers. Several speakers also addressed bills concerning vulnerable adults, harassment and custody-related abuse, and early evidence kits.
Witnesses included legislators, prosecutors, advocates, and many survivors who described personal experiences with abuse and barriers to justice. Supporters argued that current laws often leave survivors without meaningful remedies, especially where consent, reporting requirements, evidentiary rules, or statutes of limitations prevent prosecution or compensation. Prosecutors and advocates said the bills would clarify vague statutes, increase penalties in some cases, and better reflect the realities of coercion, grooming, trafficking, and delayed reporting. Some testimony also urged amendments, including changes to victim compensation reporting rules and clarifications to avoid unintended conflicts with other wage-recovery laws.
No committee votes or final actions were taken in the hearing itself. The chairs emphasized strict time limits, respectful conduct, and the submission of written testimony, and several witnesses were called out of order to accommodate the large number of speakers.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 31 (2-20-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Even in Congress, you have to show an ID in order to place a vote.
- Oh, how our memories are so short. But for the sake of democracy, parties. Seek those people out.
- Oh,<00:43:46.240>
how <00:43:46.480>our <00:43:46.800>memories <00:43:47.440 - Oh, how our memories are so short. Oh, how our memories are so short.
- We've also done, let me refresh memory. The senator from Clay was refreshing our memory.
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, a roll call establishing a quorum of 35 members, and approval of the previous day’s journal. The chamber also received messages from the House that it had passed House Bills 43, 139, 297, 414, and 485 and requested concurrence. Second reading reports placed several bills in the Rules Committee, including measures on property disposition, children, school district sick leave, unemployment insurance, and status offenses, and a new resolution was introduced honoring the 10th anniversary of the 2016 session and its bullying-prevention legislation.
The main floor action was on Senate Bill 39, relating to fishing in privately owned lakes and ponds. Senators debated multiple floor amendments, with several withdrawn and floor amendment 6 adopted. Supporters said the bill clarified private property rights and allowed stocking of F1 Florida bass without changing existing license requirements, while opponents and some supporters emphasized protecting the public trust, conservation funding, and the North American wildlife management model. After extended debate, the Senate passed SB 39 as amended by a vote of 29-8.
The Senate then took up Senate Bill 154, relating to elections. The sponsor said it would strengthen election integrity by removing non-photo identification options, specifically Social Security cards and EBT SNAP cards, from the list of acceptable voter verification methods. Opponents argued the bill would make voting harder without evidence of fraud, citing that many Kentuckians used those IDs in the last election and that transportation and access barriers already exist. The transcript cuts off during debate on SB 154 before a final vote is shown.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Organizational business meeting to consider committee rules, an original resolution authorizing expenditures by the committee during the 119th Congress, S.347, to amend the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 Feb 5th, 2025 at 09:30 am
Environment and Public Works Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- This bill, which passed unanimously out of the committee last Congress, will continue the critical work
- These efforts result in a bipartisan agreement that nearly became law at the end of last Congress, and
- I urge my colleagues to support our committee rules and budget resolution for the 119th Congress.
- Laws passed by Congress and delivering services to our constituents.
- We shouldn't need a sense of Congress. in order for laws passed by Congress to be executed by the president
Keywords:
brownfields, brownfield cleanup, site remediation, environmental cleanup, contaminated property, redevelopment, revitalization, CERCLA, Superfund, EPA grants, state response programs, environmental justice, disadvantaged communities, small communities, local government grants, nonprofit eligibility, community engagement, Alaska Native tribes, Regional Corporations, Village Corporations
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine improving the Federal environmental review and permitting processes. Feb 19th, 2025 at 09:15 am
Environment and Public Works Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Congress could expand exclusive homes.
- There is bipartisan support in Congress.
- Here are four ways Congress can help. One, establish a uniform judicial review period.
- Congress must ensure agencies implement reforms consistently, and Congress must provide oversight to
- There's a bipartisan bill in Congress considering that.
Keywords:
environmental review, permitting process, infrastructure, bipartisan legislation, economic growth, Nucor, West Virginia
Summary:
The meeting focused on critical discussions surrounding the need for modernizing the federal environmental review and permitting processes. Witnesses from various sectors, including Nucor, provided testimony on the delays and costs associated with current regulations, emphasizing the impact on infrastructure and economic growth. Major projects in West Virginia, such as the Corridor H and Coalfield Expressways, were highlighted as examples of initiatives stalled by excessive permitting hurdles, prompting calls for bipartisan legislation to streamline these processes while maintaining environmental protections. The committee expressed a commitment to address these issues immediately, highlighting the urgency to enhance efficiency in permitting to facilitate economic development.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Linda McMahon, of Connecticut, to be Secretary of Education. Feb 13th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Yes or no, do you agree that since the department was created by Congress, it would need an act of Congress
- Yes, it is set up by the United States Congress, and we work with Congress.
- The school district, or Elon Musk, or Congress?
- Those that have been passed by Congress, yes, that's the law.
- It's an appropriated amount from Congress though, so Congress needs to appropriate those dollars to spend
Summary:
The committee meeting engaged in discussions focused primarily on educational reform, the influence of federal grants on local education systems, and the growing disparities in wealth and access to quality education. Members expressed concerns about the bureaucracy surrounding federal funding that hampers schools' ability to obtain necessary resources for improvement. Several members highlighted personal anecdotes from constituents, emphasizing the urgent need for reform to help students succeed in both K-12 and higher education environments. The meeting included public testimonies that provided insights into various community perspectives on these pressing issues.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Press Conference: DFL Finance Committee Members Address Federal Cuts to State Budget - 02/27/25
Transcript Highlights:
- But what is clear to me is that the Congress is preparing to take action on their budget, which could
- federal government if the Congress federal government if the Congress continues<00:02:03.680>
- are talking about cutting um Congress are talking about cutting um but<00:02:22.400>
more <00: - takes the action that if the Congress takes the action that they're<00:02:57.720>
talking <00: - what is clear to me is that the Congress what is clear to me is that the Congress is<00:04:39.560
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:
- Now, you co-sponsored the pro-act as a member of Congress.
- It will be up to Congress to write those laws and to work together.
- That's determined by Congress.
- process and the role of Congress.
- And we as a Congress need to hold the agencies accountable to that.
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.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of William Briggs, of Texas, to be Deputy Administrator, and Casey Mulligan, of Illinois, to be Chief Counsel for Advocacy, both of the Small Business Administration. Mar 12th, 2025 at 01:30 pm
Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Administrator Loeffler has not provided Congress with any information about these activities.
- And this Congress has gotten off to an even faster start.
- Congress created an independent office to advocate for them.
- Can you additionally confirm that SBA will keep Congress informed of any changes?
- How would you use your the Office of Advocacy to make sure that Congress?
Keywords:
SBA, small business, nominations, Bill Briggs, Casey Mulligan, regulations, capital access, public support
Summary:
The Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship convened to consider the nominations of Bill Briggs for Deputy Administrator of the SBA and Dr. Casey Mulligan for Chief Counsel for Advocacy. The discussions highlighted the critical role of the SBA in promoting small businesses, with emphasis on overcoming challenges posed by excessive regulations and the need for improved access to capital. Several committee members expressed their concerns over recent layoffs within the SBA and the closure of district offices, which they believe undermine support for small businesses across the nation. The committee meeting saw extensive dialogue about the implications of regulations on small business operations and how the nominees plan to address these issues if confirmed. Public support for the nominees was acknowledged through letters from various stakeholders who advocate for small business interests.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- This is an Congress to be paid.
- And yet, Congress has department."
- Congress approves the funding.
- authority of the United States Congress. authority of the United States Congress.
- <01:19:53.600>
will catch22 situation where Congress will catch22 situation where Congress
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- The Constitution empowers Congress to regulate commerce, not to rig it.
- The Constitution empowers Congress<05:31:56.718>
to <05:31:57.040>regulate <05:31:57.600 - >
commerce, <05:31:58.080>not <05:31:58.240>to Congress to regulate commerce, not - to Congress to regulate commerce, not to rig<05:31:58.718>
it. - Then would I press the green button to implore Congress to overturn this self-destructive policy.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, March 6, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- An act of Congress created the Department of Education, and only an act of Congress can dismantle it.
- An act of Congress created the Department of Education, and only an act of Congress can dismantle it.
- Speaker, this week's address to Congress was one of the longest addresses to Congress ever, yet there
- Speaker, this week's address to Congress was one of the longest addresses to Congress ever, yet there
DE
Delaware 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session - Session 2 - 42nd Legislative Day Jun 30th, 2026
Delaware Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- You have seriously imparted so much wisdom and so much memory of how we got to where we are, why we've
- And I will point out that, you know, we at no point, as the Newcastle County Chamber of Congress or anyone
- there have been some concepts around there, specifically with respect to sale, because, you know, Congress
- DeKalo: I do appreciate the history here, but on the bill, not Congress, Delaware, state law.
- DeKalo: I do appreciate the history here, but on the bill, not Congress, Delaware, state law.
Summary:
The Senate received communications from the House on numerous measures, including several bills and resolutions passed with amendments, committee reports on bills such as large energy use facilities, campaign finance, voting rights, and appropriations, and a list of pre-file legislation. The chamber then moved through a long floor session with confirmations, bill readings, and roll-call votes, ultimately confirming the nomination of Morgan T. Zern to the Delaware Supreme Court by a 21-0 vote.
Among the major policy items considered were property tax and school tax measures tied to the statewide reassessment. The Senate passed House Bill 460, clarifying monthly municipal permit-data reporting to New Castle County; House Bill 461, granting temporary authority for New Castle County school districts to reset school tax rates for one cycle; and House Bill 462, making the split school tax rate permanent with a lower nonresidential cap. Members discussed the fiscal effects at length, including testimony from a school district finance officer that HB 461 would allow revenue-neutral rate setting and offset the fiscal note on HB 462. The Senate also passed House Bill 365 creating a Delaware Indigenous Affairs Commission, House Bill 458 on backflow requirements for low-hazard buildings, Senate Bill 27 establishing the Office of New Americans with a sunset and interagency coordination, and Senate Bill 315 on the Delaware Technical Innovation Program.
The chamber also approved Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 300, a firearms dealer regulation bill, after extensive debate over amendments, confidentiality, background checks, and the balance between public safety and burdens on lawful dealers. Several members raised constitutional and practical objections, while supporters argued the bill would reduce trafficking, straw purchases, and theft from dealers. In addition, the Senate passed House Bill 305 creating a diabetes wellness pilot program, with supporters emphasizing the state’s diabetes burden and the program’s federal funding, and House Concurrent Resolution 157, which asks the State Lottery Office to report on iLottery’s impact on small businesses. Senate Bill 325, a fire prevention/background-check bill, was laid on the table after concerns about a late House amendment and requests for more time to consult stakeholders.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Delivery of Government Efficiency Mar 5th, 2025
Delivery of Government Efficiency
Transcript Highlights:
- review, have 131 agencies under review between now and 2035, most are executive. 111 legislation in Congress
- In addition to all of our direct members, we represent over 250 chambers of Congress. all through the
- Well, I didn't write them down and I don't have that great of a memory.
- At a location on Congress Avenue, at a reasonable price, and we were were in that space for about seven
- And we've got to go in and do that for all of our Congress.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, March 4, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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to serious enough for Congress to serious enough for Congress to thoroughly - you know fting on members of Congress you know fting on members of Congress and<02:50:27.439>
- <03:01:58.239>
and references to the 118th Congress and references to the 118th Congress and - <04:13:46.640>
my sent us here to do last Congress my sent us here to do last Congress my