Video & Transcript Research : 'commemorative'

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CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Jun 18th, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Juneteenth, of course, commemorates the day when the final enslaved Black Americans in Galveston, Texas
  • proud to stand in solidarity with the Black Caucus and Black communities throughout our state in commemorating
  • Juneteenth, of course, commemorates the day when final enslaved Black Americans in Galveston, Texas,
  • proud to stand in solidarity with the Black Caucus and Black communities throughout our state in commemorating
  • I rise in recognition of Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States
Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved procedural motions, and recognized several guests and honorees, including CAUSE leadership academy participants, retiring FCMAT CEO Michael Fine, a Capitol intern, environmental leaders celebrating Black Conservation Week, family members of members, and NASA astronaut Captain Victor Glover Jr. The body also took up a number of routine file items and committee referral requests, with several bills referred to committees by unanimous consent and multiple items passed or retained on file. The main floor debate centered on ACR 214, the Juneteenth resolution. Members from the Black Caucus and other caucuses spoke in support, describing Juneteenth as both a celebration of emancipation and a reminder that freedom and equality remain unfinished work. Speakers emphasized Black history, civil rights, solidarity across communities, and ongoing issues such as education, housing, health, incarceration, and economic inequality. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 66 coauthors were added. The Assembly also considered AB 2285 on blockchain staking and crypto regulation. The author argued the bill would provide consumer protections and clear rules for banks, credit unions, and crypto exchanges, while an opponent warned it could weaken securities oversight and consumer safeguards. The bill passed 45-1, and the author requested immediate transmission to the Senate. Later, SB 1036 on mitigation fee credits for redevelopment passed 55-0 after brief support for clarifying fee rules and reducing duplicative costs. The chamber then adopted the second-day consent calendar, including resolutions for Women’s Equality Day and the International Day of Yoga, along with several Senate bills, all by unanimous or near-unanimous votes. The Assembly announced it would not meet on Friday, June 19, would reconvene Monday, June 22 at 1 p.m., and then adjourned.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Administration May 12th, 2025

Administration

Transcript Highlights:
  • and the Liberty Memorial Garden further reflect the community's dedication to natural beauty and commemoration
  • the legislature would be designating the 4th Thursday in March of every year as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration
  • signed House Bill 1227 into law, which created the 4th Thursday of each March as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration
  • Mississippi, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania have also declared Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day.
Bills: HCR7
Summary: The Senate Committee on Administration met with six members present and took up several commemorative and code-revision measures, along with one hospice/palliative care resolution. Senator Hall presented HB 2703, designating July as American Patriotism Month, and HCR 7, designating September 29 as Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Day; both drew no public testimony and were reported favorably. Senator Kolkhorst presented HB 1615, a non-substantive Texas Legislative Council recodification bill relating to water and wastewater special districts, which was also reported favorably. Senator Parker presented HCR 86 recognizing Denton’s “31 Days of Denton Halloween,” and Senator Johnson presented HB 1620, another non-substantive code update; both were left pending at first and later reported favorably. Senator Johnson also presented SB 644, creating Hospice and Palliative Care Day on the second Saturday in October, which was left pending and later reported favorably. The committee also heard HCR 75, HCR 93, HCR 126, and HCR 92. HCR 75 concerned a local designation tied to marina/guide services and was left pending initially, then later reported favorably. HCR 93 would renew Nacogdoches as the Garden Capital of Texas, HCR 126 would designate Corrigan as the Timber Products Capital of Texas, and HCR 92 would designate the fourth Thursday in March as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day; all were heard without public opposition and later reported favorably. Several members emphasized the historical, cultural, or economic significance of the local designations, while the code-update bills were described as non-substantive recodifications prepared by the Texas Legislative Council. After taking up pending business, the committee voted to report the measures favorably, with most also recommended for the May 14, 2025 local and uncontested calendar. The committee certified the local and uncontested calendar list for that date, with some items removed because they had already passed earlier in the day or had other issues. The meeting concluded with a motion to recess.
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, April 22, 2026)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's just commemorative.
  • </c><02:25:51.200><c> resolutions</c> meaningless commemorative resolutions meaningless commemorative
  • Uh and if they really wanted to do something, they wouldn't bring commemorative resolutions...
  • </c> floor on what I would call commemorative floor on what I would call commemorative resolutions<02
  • </c><02:50:10.399><c> resolutions</c> Wouldn't bring commemorative resolutions to the floor.
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, February 2, 2026)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • of Black History Month. 2026 marks a century of public commemoration of Black history, which began in
  • OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2026 MARKS A CENTURY OF PUBLIC COMMEMORATION OF BLACK HISTORY, WHICH BEGAN IN
  • was privileged to be among those in Congress who traveled to Ghana in 2019 to celebrate, or to commemorate
  • I WAS PRIVILEGED TO BE AMONG THOSE IN CONGRESS WHO TRAVELED TO GHANA IN 2019 TO CELEBRATE OR TO COMMEMORATE
  • 18, EXCUSE ME, BACK IN 1926, FEBRUARY 7TH, HE ESTABLISHMENT HE ESTABLISHED THAT WEEK THAT ALSO COMMEMORATED
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Floor Session 1/27/25

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I've been asked to help us commemorate that day.
  • asked to help Remembrance Day I've been asked to help us<00:03:31.239><c> uh</c><00:03:31.400><c> commemorate
  • that</c><00:03:32.159><c> day</c><00:03:33.000><c> it</c><00:03:33.200><c> coincides</c> us uh commemorate
  • that day it coincides us uh commemorate that day it coincides with<00:03:33.879><c> the</c><00:03:34.040
Keywords: 1183, house
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Apr 3rd, 2025

Alabama House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • us with a background as we commemorate us with a background as we commemorate the bicentennial of the
  • of the United States in commemoration of the United States in commemoration of the American Revolution
  • events for students and commemorative events for students and commemorative events for students and
  • events marking the hosting commemorative events marking the hosting commemorative events marking the
  • the 200th anniversary of the commemorate the 200th anniversary of the commemorate the 200th anniversary
Bills: HB 9, HB 22, HB 908, HB 1392
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Jun 18th, 2026

California Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Juneteenth commemorates the end of an atrocity... ...some years before.
  • Juneteenth commemorates the end of an atrocity of American chattel slavery, one of the most brutal systems
  • Juneteenth commemorates the end of the atrocity of American chattel slavery, as it was based on race
  • But Juneteenth is more than a commemoration. It is a call to action.
  • And Juneteenth commemorates the final emancipation of enslaved African Americans and stands as one of
Summary: The Senate opened with a quorum call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance, then honored astronaut Captain Victor J. Glover Jr. for his achievements as a Navy officer, NASA astronaut, and California native. Senators Weber Pearson and Rubio highlighted his historic space missions and his role as an inspiration for students, especially in STEM, before the chamber took a photo with Glover and his family. The body then took up SCR 183 on Juneteenth. Senator Weber Pearson presented the resolution as a commemoration of emancipation and a reminder of the ongoing struggle for racial justice. Senators Padilla, Smallwood-Cuevas, Valladares, and Becker spoke in support from the perspectives of the Latino, LGBTQ, Women’s, Hispanic, and Jewish caucuses, emphasizing historical memory, faith, and the need to continue fighting discrimination. The resolution passed unanimously, 39-0. The Senate next considered budget trailer bills SB 110, SB 122, and SB 125. SB 110 made technical budget amendments and passed 29-10. SB 122 expanded sales tax to electronically delivered prewritten software, extended and limited business tax credits, adjusted LLC minimum taxes, and included other revenue changes; supporters said it helped balance the budget and protect services, while opponents argued it would raise costs for businesses, hospitals, and families. It passed 27-9. SB 125 created a federally compliant managed care organization tax to support Medi-Cal and avoid deeper cuts; supporters said it was necessary after federal changes eliminated the prior tax, while opponents warned premiums could rise. It also passed 27-9. The chamber also adopted SR 114 designating June 15-21, 2026 as AVID Week, and SJR 14 urging a Congressional Gold Medal for World War II Army and Navy nurses, both by unanimous roll call. SCR 187 recognizing Father’s Day in California also passed unanimously. The Senate then approved a large consent calendar and closed with remarks about Juneteenth and the next session scheduled for June 22, 2026.
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Appropriations and Finance Jan 13th, 2026 at 09:32 am

House Appropriations & Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • And as has been shared, we are celebrating an entire week to commemorate, honor, remember, and respect
  • And so we added up how many counties we're commemorating in this year, and it is 17.
  • And there's a wonderful church in Española that invited me to be part of their commemorative service
  • We want to commemorate Dr. King and educate about Dr. King; that's why we exist statewide.
  • We said we want to commemorate Dr. King during Dream Week statewide.
Keywords: 996, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session and Joint Convention State of the Judiciary Address Mar 23rd, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Greek Independence Day commemorates the beginning of the Greek War of Independence in 1821, when the
  • years organizing some of the largest events in San Diego to honor Cesar Chavez with the San Diego Commemorative
  • First, I want to commemorate a significant anniversary of this year.
  • First, I want to commemorate a significant anniversary in the formation of our country.
  • This year, in addition to commemorating the 250th anniversary of our Declaration of Independence, we
Summary: The Assembly met, established a quorum after a roll call, and handled a series of procedural motions, guest introductions, and floor items. Members recognized several guests and student groups, then moved through the daily file, including second-reading items, Senate amendments, and the consent calendar, which was adopted 54-0. The chamber also adopted ACR 151 recognizing March 25 as Greek Independence Day, with 59 co-authors added, and ACR 146 designating March 2026 as Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month, with 61 co-authors added; both resolutions were adopted by voice vote. ACR 140, proclaiming March 21 as Women in STEM Day, also passed with 56 co-authors added and was adopted by voice vote. The most substantial debate centered on AB 2156, which renames Cesar Chavez Day as Farm Workers’ Day and declares an urgency clause. Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry and several members spoke in support, emphasizing recognition of farm workers’ collective contributions and, in light of recent revelations about Cesar Chavez, the need to honor the broader movement rather than one individual. Other members echoed support while discussing farmworker history, accountability, and the importance of acknowledging survivors. Assembly Member DeMaio supported the bill but criticized state policies affecting agriculture and argued for broader recognition of Latino Californians and farmworker policy reforms. The bill passed with 67 votes and was transmitted immediately to the Senate. Later, the Assembly recessed for the Joint Convention and heard the 26th State of the Judiciary address from Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero. She focused on judicial independence, threats to judges, remote proceedings, CARE Act implementation, trial court funding and judgeship shortages, AI use in courts, immigration-related courthouse concerns, State Bar reforms after the February 2025 bar exam problems, and judicial salaries. She also highlighted the judiciary’s centennial, the importance of collaboration with the Legislature and Governor Newsom, and the need to preserve equal access to justice. After the address was ordered printed in the Journal, the joint convention adjourned and the Assembly later adjourned until Thursday, March 26 at 9 a.m.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

03/18/2026 - House Government

House Government Committee of Reference

Transcript Highlights:
  • to walk around Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza, you might notice different memorials and monuments commemorating
  • The bill also permits two memorials, one dedicated to the commemoration of Charlie Kirk and the other
  • dedicated to the commemoration of Don Bowles.
  • Mr. ...to the commemoration of Charlie Kirk and the other dedicated to the commemoration of Don Bowles
Summary: The House Committee on Government heard and advanced several bills. SB 1479 would require photo identification for certain documents recorded at county recorder offices, add identifying measures for notarized real property documents, and increase the penalty for knowingly submitting a false claim or forgery related to real property from a Class 1 misdemeanor to a Class 5 felony. Testimony from a deed fraud victim, county assessors, the Attorney General’s office, and an online notary representative emphasized the bill’s role in preventing deed fraud; the chair also said he would run a floor amendment to tighten the ID-recording provisions. The committee voted 7-0 to give SB 1479 a due pass recommendation. SB 1473 would prohibit counties and municipalities from capping the number of residents in assisted living homes, restricting such homes on residentially zoned property, or requiring extra administrative documents based solely on resident count. Supporters from the Arizona Assisted Living Homes Association and a Paradise Valley operator said local occupancy reductions from 10 beds to 6 could force closures, worsen the shortage of senior care beds, and undermine affordable residential care; members discussed parking concerns and the growing need for assisted living. The committee voted 7-0 to give SB 1473 a due pass recommendation. The committee also considered SB 1663, which creates a Freedom of Speech Monument Committee to nominate two deceased individuals each year for the Freedom of Speech Monument and allows placement of a monument in the governmental mall. After limited testimony, including one opponent, the committee voted 4-1 to advance the bill. Finally, SB 1686, which would rename Wesley Bolin Plaza the Wesley Bolin and Charlie Kirk Freedom Plaza and authorize memorials for Charlie Kirk and Don Bowles, drew extended debate and an unsuccessful amendment to separate the Charlie Kirk and Don Bowles provisions. After testimony for and against, the committee voted 4-3 to give SB 1686 a due pass recommendation, and the meeting adjourned.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

House of Representatives Mar 17th, 2026

Louisiana House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Whereas the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence
  • This special evening will bring together music, history, and patriotic pride as we commemorate the 250th
  • Introduction of House Resolutions: a House resolution by Representative Glorioso to commemorate the celebration
  • H.R. 16 by Representative Firmat to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Guarantee Corporation.
  • So please visit and be a part of this very important commemoration of America's 250th birthday.
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

TCA Public Hearing 03-25-2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • participation, supporting the signing of the United States-Taiwan bilateral trade agreement, and commemorating
  • the United States Taiwan bilateral trade agreement,<00:26:43.279><c> and</c><00:26:43.520><c> commemorating
  • </c><00:26:44.159><c> the</c> agreement, and commemorating the agreement, and commemorating the relationships
  • 31 and SR 17, endorsing Taiwan's international participation in bilateral trade agreements and commemorating
  • 17 are about endorsing Taiwan's international participation in bilateral trade agreements and commemorating
Keywords: 912, senate, all
Summary: The Committee on Transportation and Culture heard a series of resolutions covering cultural preservation, civic education, dark-sky protection, Taiwan relations, aviation safety reporting, waterborne cargo subsidies, and Maui transportation planning. Testimony on the Hawaii Theatre resolutions (SCR 131/SR 110) came from the Hawaii Theatre Center in support, with a question about whether acquisition funding was in the current budget; the witness said he was not aware of any such funding. The state archivist strongly supported SCR 169/SR 138 on expanding public outreach and civic engagement, and a student testifier supported the measure while urging stronger language to include Indigenous culture and closer work with Native communities. On STR 12/SR 8 recognizing International Dark Sky Week, testimony emphasized light pollution’s effects on birds, marine life, human health, and astronomy, and suggested stronger lighting ordinances and possible dark-sky reserve efforts. STR 31/SR 17 on Taiwan received support from the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism, while STR 180/SR 150 on aviation safety reporting drew support from Blue Hawaiian Helicopters but opposition from the Department of Transportation, which said much of the requested information falls under FAA jurisdiction and would be voluntary at the state level. STR 150 on waterborne cargo subsidies was supported by DOT, Young Brothers, and the Hawaii Food Industry Association, with DOT asking that the working group be smaller to speed a report to the 2026 session. STR 37/SR 21 and STR 38/SR 22 on Kihei road planning drew support from the Kihei Community Association, which described severe congestion and safety concerns in South Maui. In decision-making, the committee advanced SCR 131/SR 110 on the Hawaii Theatre as introduced. SCR 169/SR 138 was advanced with amendments to address comments about Indigenous culture. STR 12/SR 8 on International Dark Sky Week was deferred for further discussion until the following Tuesday. STR 31/SR 17 on Taiwan was advanced with technical, non-substantive amendments. STR 180/SR 150 and STR 150 were both deferred to the same later decision-making date to allow further work on possible amendments and jurisdictional issues. STR 37/SR 21 was passed as introduced, and STR 38/SR 22 was passed with technical, non-substantive amendments. In each vote taken, the measures were adopted without recorded opposition from the members present.
PA

Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Session (Jun 28 2026)

Pennsylvania House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Pennsylvania to the nation on our 250th anniversary, House Resolution 579, designating a day of commemoration
  • And whereas the First American Bible is commemorated now in our 250th year as the Day of the Bible in
  • Therefore, be it resolved that the House of Representatives designate a day of commemoration of America's
Keywords: Scheduler, 973, house, all
Summary: The House convened at noon with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, including a reading of George Washington’s prayer in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding. The journal for Saturday, June 27, 2026, was postponed until printed. Representative Borowitz then spoke under House Rule 17 on America 250 and House Resolution 579, which designates a day of commemoration for America’s 250th birthday and celebrates the nation’s founding principles. Borowitz’s remarks reviewed a long historical narrative emphasizing the role of religion and divine providence in American history, citing the Declaration of Independence, the Founding Fathers, early colonial worship, the Pilgrims, the Great Awakenings, presidential prayers and proclamations, the Aitken Bible, Capitol church services, the Civil War, World War II, and later references such as the National Prayer Breakfast and Apollo-era Bibles. The resolution was described as reaffirming commitment to the Declaration’s principles, including rights endowed by the Creator and reliance on divine providence. No vote was taken on the resolution during this session. At the end of the remarks, Representative Dockery moved to adjourn, and the House agreed by voice vote. The House adjourned until Monday, June 29, 2026, at 12 noon, unless sooner recalled by the Speaker.
PA

Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Session (Jun 28 2026)

Pennsylvania House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Pennsylvania to the nation on our 250th anniversary, House Resolution 579, designating a day of commemoration
  • And whereas the First American Bible is commemorated now in our 250th year as the Day of the Bible in
  • Therefore, be it resolved that the House of Representatives designate a day of commemoration of America's
Summary: The House convened at noon with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then postponed approval of the prior day’s journal. The main business was remarks by Representative Borowitz on House Resolution 579, marking America’s 250th anniversary and celebrating the nation’s founding principles. Her remarks emphasized the Declaration of Independence, natural rights, religious faith in American history, and a long list of historical examples she said reflected divine providence and the role of religion in public life. No debate or vote on the resolution itself is shown in the transcript. After the remarks, the chair reminded members of the five-minute rule for speeches under House Rule 17. Representative Dockery then moved that the House adjourn until Monday, June 29, 2026, at 12 noon unless recalled sooner by the Speaker. The motion to adjourn was put to a voice vote and adopted, and the House adjourned accordingly.
NY

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Standing Committee on Finance - 03/05/2026

Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • S-2587, Mayer establishes January 30th of each year as a day of commemoration, known as Fred Korematsu
  • As a day of commemoration, known as Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution.
  • S-4152A, Sanders, establishes September 22nd of each year as a day of commemoration known as Veterans
Keywords: 993, senate, all
Summary: The Senate Finance Committee met on March 5 and moved a series of bills, with brief discussion on most measures and several members noting support for the proposals. Bills advanced included loan forgiveness and reimbursement for attorneys serving Indigenous clients (S161A), a study of lithium-ion battery fires and prevention (S257), annual housing and zoning reporting to the Department of State (F919A), a temporary state pesticide commission (S1368), an emergency repair pilot program for hazardous building code violations (S1838), a searchable veterans resources database (S2070), Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution (S2587), expanded fraud and tax-fraud provisions (S32), a NYSERDA rebate program for lithium-ion batteries for mobility devices (S3560), directing certain fines and penalties to a conservation enforcement account (S4033B), Veterans Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day (S4152A), expansion of Fresh Connect to supermarkets and grocery stores (S4162), restrictions on executive-branch contracting during a hiring freeze (S473), real-property transfer documentation and forgery-related protections (S5177), changes to retirement beneficiary options after a beneficiary’s family offense conviction (S6750), and a deposit placement program for public monies (S8357). Several bills were described as addressing fraud, housing, veterans’ services, public safety, and commemorations, and members generally spoke in favor of the measures. A few bills drew more specific comments: supporters emphasized the importance of honoring Fred Korematsu and recognizing the injustice of Japanese American detention, and the fraud-related bill was framed as a response to white-collar tax fraud and government losses. The real-property bill was highlighted as a response to mortgage and deed fraud affecting homeowners. On the housing reporting bill, there were three negative votes, and on the pesticide commission bill there were two members without recommendation. The lithium-ion battery rebate bill also drew several negative votes, while most other measures passed with little or no opposition. By the end of the meeting, the committee had completed its agenda and announced it would resume more regular meetings, while noting that the state budget process would continue to affect scheduling.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Minnesota House passes HF2563, the Legacy finance bill 4/25/25

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Uh, here in a few days, the 30th of April will be the 50th commemoration of the fall of Saigon, the ending
  • And I brought a bill to the Legacy Committee asking that we commemorate them, and it devolved into a
  • <c> 50th</c> days, the 30th of April will be the 50th days, the 30th of April will be the 50th commemoration
  • of the fall of Saigon, the commemoration of the fall of Saigon, the ending<00:10:03.760><c> of</c><00
  • </c> commemorate them. commemorate them. and<00:10:40.000><c> it</c><00:10:40.560><c> devolved</c><00
Keywords: 1183, house