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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, August 15, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT STANDS
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, July 7, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT STANDS
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Mar 11th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Please remain standing and recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, February 21, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT STANDS, ONE NATION, UNDER GOD, INDIVISIBLE
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Please remain standing, members, for the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America.
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
Summary:
The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, with Reverend Sarah Morse of Hazel Park Congregational United Church of Christ serving as chaplain. The clerk pro tem then began the roll call.
No quorum was present under the Minnesota Constitution, so no legislative business was conducted. The House was adjourned until 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Informal House Session 12 Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- are asked to remain standing and join me in pledging allegiance to the flag of the United States of America
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America... ...and to the republic for which it
Summary:
The House took up several routine matters reported by the temporary Committee on Rules. Members adopted resolutions congratulating Joseph G. Finn for his work to end homelessness in Massachusetts and recognizing February 3 as Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome Awareness Day. The chamber also adopted an order setting Tuesday, May 13, 2025, as the date for the special election to fill the vacant 6th Essex District House seat.
All of these items were handled by suspension of the rules and adopted without recorded opposition. The House then briefly recognized Governor’s Councillor Nora Dolan and her brother, Thomas Dolan, who was visiting the chamber.
Finally, the House adopted an order to adjourn and scheduled its next meeting for Thursday at 11 a.m., with a formal session and roll calls at 1 p.m. Democratic members were notified of a caucus at noon in Room A1.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Informal House Session 9 Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- please remain standing and join with me in pledging allegiance to the flag of the United States of America
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands
Summary:
The House opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and several ceremonial recognitions. Members congratulated the Longmeadow boys cross country team on winning its first-ever state title, and the chamber also welcomed the Nipmuc girls soccer team, which won the Division III state championship with a 1-0 victory over Medfield. The House noted the teams’ accomplishments and recognized the guests present in the chamber.
A message from the Governor was filed recommending legislation to finance long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges, and it was referred under Rule 30 to the Committee on Transportation. The Committee on Rules then reported a resolution recognizing International Holocaust Remembrance Day, recommending adoption.
The House suspended the rules, adopted the Holocaust Remembrance Day resolution, and then adopted an order to adjourn. The House subsequently adjourned to meet again Wednesday at 11 a.m. in informal session.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, October 24, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT STANDS, ONE NATION, UNDER GOD, INDIVISIBLE, WITH LIBERTY AND
TX
Texas 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Aug 5th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We thank you, Father, for allowing us to be part of the United States of America, for the great citizens
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands
Keywords:
redistricting, congressional districts, Texas Legislature, elections, 2020 Census, 997, house, all
TX
Texas 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Jul 30th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
TX
Texas 89th 1st C.S.
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Jul 30th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Father, we're so grateful for our country, for the United States of America, and especially are we thankful
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands
Summary:
The House convened with a quorum present, offered an invocation, and led the pledges to the U.S. and Texas flags. Several members were excused for district business or a funeral, and the chamber received a message from the Senate reporting passage of SCR 1.
The main item of business was SCR 1, which grants the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning Wednesday, July 30, 2025, and ending Monday, August 4, 2025. After explanation by Rep. Harris, the resolution was adopted by record vote, 117 ayes and 14 nays.
Following adoption of the resolution, the House also approved a motion allowing committees and subcommittees to meet while the House is in session through Monday, August 4, according to posted notices. The Speaker then announced the desk was clear, and the House adjourned pending the reading and referral of bills and receipt of messages until 10:00 a.m. on Monday.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Floor Session 5/17/25 - Part 1
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session - part 1 Apr 25th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Please remain standing and recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
- LAMA is a ministry of the Grand Canyon Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
- Furthermore, let me just say that, America...
- It includes the Boys and Girls Club of America, Future Farmers of America, Boy Scouts of America, Big
- Brothers, Big Sisters of America, Girl Scouts of the U.S., Silver Big brothers, big sisters of America
Summary:
The House met with prayers, the Pledge of Allegiance, guest introductions, and a proclamation honoring Adrian Ace Stubbs Day. Members also recognized Doctor of the Day Dr. Victoria Tannenbaum and welcomed visitors for Lutheran Day at the Legislature, along with Judge Kaluli from Veterans Treatment Court. Attendance was recorded at 56 present, one absent, and three excused. The chamber then moved through communications, committee reports, and first readings before taking up a long third-reading calendar.
The floor debate centered on a wide range of bills, especially water, education, elections, public utilities, labor, and criminal justice measures. Members discussed tax administration, groundwater and water-rights issues, superintendent contract transparency, mining reclamation, school employee disclosure, AI and digital privacy, sexual extortion, probation, veterans and military employment protections, adult protective services, salvage vehicles, real estate licensing, and several education-related appropriations for ESA administration. There were also resolutions and memorials on voting centers and precincts, student athletics, Route 66, and recognizing Judea and Samaria. Several members explained votes, with supporters emphasizing transparency, consumer protection, public safety, and administrative cleanup, while opponents raised concerns about privacy, cost, overreach, lack of accountability, and impacts on schools, elections, and local control.
Most measures passed, often along party-line or near party-line votes, and several emergency measures were adopted with the required two-thirds vote. Notable votes included HB 2016, HB 2026, HB 2028, HB 2049, HB 2075, HB 2090, HB 2092, HB 2094, HB 2098, HB 2111, HB 2113, HB 2114, HB 2133, HB 2135, HB 2179, HB 2192, HB 2228, HB 2256, HB 2260, HB 2262, HB 2265, HB 2278, HB 2328, HB 2351, HB 2381, HB 2409, HB 2410, HB 2411, HB 2425, HB 2451, HB 2476, HB 2499, HB 2500, HB 2584, HB 2662, HB 2663, HB 2666, HB 2693, HB 2752, HB 2756, HB 2804, HB 2812, HB 2827, HB 2877, HB 2908, HB 2932, HB 2933, HB 2943, HB 2953, HB 2966, and HB 2985, along with HCM 2007 and HCRs 2003, 2016, and 2047 and HR 2002 and 2003. The House then moved into Committee of the Whole to begin consideration of HB 2174 and related amendments.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm tired of the delusion and the perversion America has gotten over these few years.
- Delusion and victimization have to stop in America. Thank you. Thank you for your testimony.
- I'm the Texas Rotunda Prayer Worship Founder and Director, as well as the Mothers for America Español
- I'm a mother, a grandmother, and I'm the State Director for Moms for America.
- Little tiny kids don't tear down America piece by piece, plank by plank.
Keywords:
gender designation, civil penalties, private civil rights, multiple-occupancy spaces, Texas Women's Privacy Act, law enforcement, confidentiality, personnel files, employee records, misconduct, abortion, civil liability, abortion-inducing drugs, qui tam actions, Texas Citizens Participation Act, Religious Freedom Restoration Act, healthcare regulations, impact fees, water conservation, reuse projects
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Make America Healthy Again Kentucky Task Force (8-20-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you for such an abundance participation today, and welcome to our third meeting of the Make America
- We’ve also brought in the food safety agency assessments and reviews as part of it from North America
- It's coming straight from the food safety agencies in North America and Europe.
- agencies in North America and Europe. agencies in North America and Europe.
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in conversation that America needs in conversation that America needs in general
Summary:
The task force met for its third meeting, approved the minutes, and heard testimony from Dr. Jack on behalf of the American Beverage Association and Kentucky Beverage Association. Dr. Jack argued that the “totality of the science” supports low- and no-calorie sweeteners as safe and useful tools for reducing sugar and calories, citing FDA and other domestic and international reviews, clinical trials, and the FDA’s recent healthy-label rule. He also described the industry’s transparency efforts, including a “Good to Know” database compiling ingredient and safety information, and said the beverage industry has voluntarily worked to offer more choices with less sugar.
Members questioned him about whether beverage ingredients are restricted in other countries, possible health effects beyond weight and cancer, concerns about metabolic issues and gut microbiome effects, whether sweeteners are addictive, and why companies do not simply remove sweeteners. Dr. Jack responded that most ingredients are permitted in many jurisdictions, that broad food-safety reviews have looked at multiple endpoints and found the ingredients safe, that the gut microbiome is still being studied, and that recent clinical evidence does not show increased sweetness preference. He also said business decisions about formulations are up to companies and noted that cane sugar and high-fructose corn syrup are metabolically similar.
The committee also discussed consumer apps and ingredient-scoring tools; Dr. Jack said the industry’s website presents facts without interpretation and is based on food-safety agency assessments. At the end of his testimony, the chair accepted additional fact sheets for the committee. The meeting then moved on to introduce Dr. Gary Huber, who began testimony by emphasizing integrative medicine, metabolic syndrome, and the role of diet, exercise, sleep, and stress in health, but his full presentation was not included in the excerpt.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Information Technology Oversight Committee (7-9-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- The current contract is E-rate eligible, and the vendor that we have, Education Networks of America,
- is very savvy in networks of America is very savvy in they<00:12:31.360>
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Keywords:
Meeting Start 00:00:00
Roll Call 00:00:15
Kentucky Department of Education 00:01:20
Kentucky Communications Network Authority 00:36:45
Accelecom 01:01:22
Auditor of Public Accounts 01:29:50, 958, all
Summary:
The Information Technology Oversight Committee met to hear a presentation from Kentucky Department of Education officials David Couch and Mike Lingham on the history and current status of Kentucky’s K-12 internet network, including its relationship to KentuckyWired. They described the original KETS design from 1995, when KDE established district internet hubs and left local districts to connect to them, and said that model helped Kentucky become a national leader in school connectivity and cloud-based services. They also emphasized the importance of E-rate eligibility, saying it has saved the state substantial money and remains central to KDE’s network contracting.
Couch and Lingham said the current “next generation Kentucky K-12 internet” contract with Education Networks of America is more reliable, offers more functionality, and costs less than the prior system, including lower bandwidth and firewall costs. They explained that the transition was complicated by build-out and provisioning issues, especially the need for more “type two” connections through local providers, which pushed some implementation past the June 30, 2024 E-rate deadline. As a result, 39 sites remain on type two connections, and KDE absorbed the loss of federal discount dollars for the portion of the transition that extended into July.
The witnesses also discussed home internet access for students. They said KDE has tracked home access for about 20 years and estimates about 4.5% of students still lack adequate internet at home, with roughly 3% able to reach access nearby and 1.5% having no access. They said the biggest barrier is usually cost rather than lack of available lines, and noted that temporary hotspot support during COVID helped students continue schoolwork. Senator Williams asked about the costs of the transition, the current type two sites, and the potential cost of any future transition, but the transcript cuts off before a full answer was given.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Education (3-10-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- She concluded that historically America has striven for equal opportunity, not subjective equity, which
- She concluded that historically America has striven for equal opportunity, not subjective equity, which
- She concluded that historically America has striven for equal opportunity, not subjective equity, which
- She said historically America has striven for equal opportunity, not subjective equity, which DEI now
- Senator Thomas said he thought that was his question because, in section 1B, ... historically America
Summary:
The Senate Education Committee met with a quorum and first considered two concurrent resolutions. SCR 76, sponsored by Sen. Amanda Bledsoe, would create a Kentucky School for the Deaf Governance Task Force to examine the school’s future governance and its relationship with the Kentucky Department of Education. Bledsoe described the school’s long history and said the task force would give the small deaf-school community more voice. The committee adopted the resolution unanimously with favorable expression.
The committee then took up SCR 131, sponsored by Sen. Max Wise, to continue the Efficient and Effective Districts Task Force from 2024. Wise said the prior task force met about 10 times and focused on student achievement and district policy, and the new version would continue that work as a legislature-only task force. The resolution passed unanimously with favorable expression.
Members next considered HB 240 on primary school promotion. Rep. Truitt explained that the bill would require students who are not ready in kindergarten to repeat kindergarten, while a committee substitute softened the approach by allowing a school to hold a child back in kindergarten but requiring action in first grade. He said the bill aligns with existing reading-screening efforts and is intended to strengthen early literacy foundations. The committee adopted the substitute and passed the bill unanimously with favorable expression; Sen. Williams briefly explained his support as favoring performance-based advancement.
The committee also approved HB 298, which would change the identification of schools for comprehensive support and improvement from every three years to annually, require KDE recommendations during management audits, add professional development in reading and math, and require effective instructional resources. The committee substitute also allowed districts with multiple CSI schools to contract for a turnaround vendor. The bill additionally carried employee-misconduct provisions from prior sessions, including disclosure requirements for applicants; the only change discussed was removing the word “investigation” from one disclosure section. HB 298 passed unanimously with favorable expression, and the committee also adopted a title amendment.
Finally, the committee heard HB 424 on employment at public postsecondary institutions. Rep. Tipton said the bill would require performance and productivity reviews for faculty at least every four years, clarify appointment and removal authority for presidents at certain institutions, and expand “cause” for dismissal to include failure to meet performance and productivity requirements. Dr. Ray Horton, speaking for faculty groups, proposed a small substitute that would tie any performance measures to existing employment contracts to preserve academic integrity and avoid unintended changes to tenure processes. Members discussed how tenure works at Kentucky universities, and the committee was still in the middle of considering the proposed substitute when the transcript ended.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development - 02/19/25
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
- Its purpose is to provide funding to help Feeding America food banks serving Minnesota purchase milk
- food banks that are feeding America food banks that are located<00:05:11.639>
in <00:05:11.919 - The Minnesota cluster of food banks includes five food banks that are all part of the Feeding America
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MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Informal House Session 43 Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- fourth grade classroom at Sacred Heart in pledging allegiance to the flag of the United States of America
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
Summary:
The House convened with a Pledge of Allegiance led by a fourth grade class from Sacred Heart School in Weymouth, who were welcomed as guests of Representative James Murphy. Later, the House also recognized the 2024 Duxbury Coed Division cheerleading state champions as guests of Representative Sweezy.
The main legislative action was consideration of House No. 4100, a fiscal year 2025 supplemental appropriations bill. The Committee on Ways and Means reported the bill ought to pass with a fiscal note of $240 million, and the Committee on Steering, Policy and Scheduling recommended it for House consideration. The House suspended the rules, gave the bill second reading, ordered it to a third reading, suspended the rules again after release from the Committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and then passed the bill to be engrossed.
The House also adopted an order to adjourn and reconvene on Thursday at 11 a.m. in an informal session. Members were additionally notified that a joint session would be held on Wednesday at 12 noon in the House chamber.