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MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 3/11/25

Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Our first bill up is House File 1768.
  • <00:15:03.759> flush even though you might at first flush even though you might at first flush
  • We serve low-level drug offense all the way up to loss of life.
  • We serve low-level drug offense all the way up to loss of life.
  • We serve low-level drug offense all the way up to loss of life.
Bills: HF1355, HF1469, HF1768
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • First, because we haven't seen anything like that before in Texas.
  • At first glance, some might think the bill is about privacy.
  • This is offensive. It's sexist.
  • have to have an abortion, first of all.
  • Is this your first bill, Representative? Huh, it's a lot of...
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The first expert became ill and had to drop out.
  • It's the first time I'm aware that we've received a complaint.
  • Is it the first time you think it's ever happened?
  • It's the first one you've ever known that you...
  • We'll start with any of you, whoever wants to go first.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee 4/14/26

Public Safety Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • was not able to be here when we first was not able to be here when we first heard<00:05:03.320><
  • And we good first step for all of us.
  • Thank you. and is a basic first step for our and is a basic first step for our industry<00:19:56.960>
  • bill first? bill first? >> lead,<00:46:56.480> Madam<00:46:56.680> Chair.
  • has taken her kids on her their first has taken her kids on her their first vacation. vacation.
Bills: HF4446, HF4066, HF1082
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

Senate Judiciary Committee, March 2, 2026 AM

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • I think I have, with my first committee, my first bill that I ever ran. >> All right.
  • <00:37:46.400> amendment now as uh part of the first amendment now as uh part of the first
  • a judgment that violates the First a judgment that violates the First Amendment.<00:58:37.440>
  • that's my first question. that's my first question.
  • And first civil procedures. Okay. And first amendment<01:47:25.600> rights.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Postsecondary Education Feb 10th, 2026 at 10:30 am

Postsecondary Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're going to call our first meeting of the Postsecondary Committee for the House of Representatives
  • Not so, that would be my first response.
  • Which one of your bills would you like to present first? We'll go with 3129.
  • You guys go first. Last time to be fair. Thank you, Madam Chair.
  • That this is about safety, safety first. Do you have any members who have another question?
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/14/2026 - House Judiciary

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • Since this is the first committee, we'll start over here. Okay.
  • Since this is the first committee, we'll start over here. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
  • I'd just like to, first of all, thank you for being here and sharing that.
  • to a class two felony for the specified offense.
  • I know our first degree murder statute recognizes that.
Summary: The Judiciary Committee first conducted a sunset review of the Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board. The board’s executive director described its history, membership, and recent work on civil rights issues such as human trafficking remedies, service animals, hate-based crimes, housing, disability access, and rural concerns. With no opposition and no further questions, the committee voted to recommend continuing the board for eight years. The committee then heard HB 2131, which would make weapons and explosives trafficking involving three or more items a prison-mandatory offense and remove the financial-gain requirement from the trafficking definition. Support came from the sponsor, the Attorney General’s Office, and county law enforcement, who said the bill targets criminal syndicates and would not affect lawful gun dealers or private sales. Some members raised concerns about limiting judicial discretion and the effect on plea negotiations, but the bill received a do-pass recommendation by a 7-0 vote with one present. Next, HB 2132 proposed lowering the fentanyl trafficking threshold for enhanced penalties from 200 grams to 100 grams. Law enforcement and county attorneys argued the change would better address mid-level dealers and the volume of fentanyl seen in their counties, while opponents and some members warned it could sweep in addicted users and rely too heavily on mandatory minimums instead of treatment. Testimony also highlighted county reentry and treatment programs, especially Yavapai County’s “Reach Out” model. The committee approved the bill 7-2. The committee also considered HB 2108, which increases penalties for unlawful flight when the conduct is especially dangerous, including when it causes serious injury, involves a child, or occurs during a DUI. Law enforcement supported the bill as a public-safety measure, while an opponent argued it could worsen tensions and discourage compliance with police. Members also raised concerns about unmarked vehicles and public fear. The bill received a 6-3 do-pass recommendation. Finally, HB 2044, as amended, would increase penalties for abandoning or concealing a dead human body when done to conceal a crime or when the offender caused the death. Supporters said it closes a gap in statute exposed by recent cases, while opponents warned the language could be overbroad and potentially reach unintended situations; the committee adopted an amendment and then approved the bill 6-3.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Interim Joint Committee on Natural Resources & Energy (7-2-26) - Reupload

Natural Resources & Energy

Transcript Highlights:
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  • <00:20:44.280> from<00:20:44.400> New first executive director was from New first executive
  • had since the 1930s, when we were first created.
  • Um, when we were um, first um, created.
  • Uh the first one questions if I could.
Bills: SB8
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/26/2026 - House Public Safety & Law Enforcement

Public Safety & Law Enforcement

Transcript Highlights:
  • And so what I'm going to do first— And so what I'm going to do first right now, starting with Mr.
  • Hi there, I'm Kyle Martini, and this is my first session. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. First session.
  • So that's the first thing.
  • So that's the first thing.
  • Call the first speaker. It's Mr.
Summary: The committee first heard HB 2641, which would ban firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals. The sponsor said the bill was intended to protect firefighters and the public from carcinogenic and persistent chemicals that can contaminate groundwater, and noted Arizona had already banned the foam for training. A University of Arizona public health researcher testified that firefighters have higher PFAS levels than the general public and that AFFF use is associated with elevated exposure, while a firefighters’ association representative said alternatives exist and that the bill would remove uncertainty for departments. The committee passed HB 2641 unanimously, 15-0. The committee then heard HB 2602, a $24,000 appropriation for a 10% pay increase for Department of Public Safety employees in fiscal year 2027. The sponsor and supporters from the Arizona Troopers Association argued the raise was needed for recruitment and retention, citing vacancies, departures, and the cost of training new troopers. Several members supported the idea but raised concerns about the budget impact and the broader issue of pay disparities across agencies and state employees. The bill received a do pass recommendation on a 10-0-3 vote, with two members voting no and three voting present. Finally, the committee considered HB 2225, which would appropriate $10 million for capital costs at the Northern Arizona Regional Training Academy in Yavapai County and keep the funds from lapsing until 2029. The sponsor and Yavapai County law enforcement witnesses said the academy is overcrowded, serves multiple agencies across northern Arizona, reduces travel and lodging costs, and provides both basic and in-service training. Some members questioned whether the state should fund a county-based facility and raised concerns about the size and structure of the appropriation, while others supported the training mission but wanted the issue handled in the budget process. The committee voted to give HB 2225 a do pass recommendation, with several members voting no or present.
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House State Government Committee May 7th, 2025

State Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • Uh, first up will be SB13. Uh, Representative Moody. will be SB13. Uh, Representative Moody.
  • It could be by recording for the first verse, which is what we all sing at ball games and things.
  • Okay, please call the first speaker, Sunonny Cotton. Mr.
  • The way that this works is first, parents must give consent.
  • First time that's ever happened. Mr.
Bills: SB13, SB278, SB13
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

03/26/2026 - Senate Judiciary and Elections

Judiciary and Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • Such conditions include that the felony offense must not have involved a victim, the offense must not
  • The felony offense must not have involved a victim. The offense must not have involved a weapon.
  • They met last year for the first time because it wasn't funded the first year.
  • They met last year for the first time because it wasn't funded the first year.
  • offense.
Summary: The committee heard and acted on several bills. HB 2749, as amended, would allow certain nonviolent class 4, 5, or 6 felonies to be redesignated as class 1 misdemeanors after five years and after completion of sentence terms, with exclusions for crimes such as cruelty to animals, weapons misconduct, and failure to register as a sex offender. Supporters framed it as a redemption and reintegration measure, and the committee adopted the amendment and gave the bill a due pass recommendation on a 6-0 vote with one not voting. HB 2870 would prohibit certain level 2 and level 3 sex offenders from living together in the same single-family dwelling, with exceptions for relatives, community reentry centers, and certain existing supervised facilities. The sponsor and neighborhood residents described a real-life situation in Chandler involving multiple offenders in one house and argued the bill would protect families; opponents warned it could push people into homelessness and undermine supervision. After testimony from residents, housing operators, and a structured-housing provider, the committee approved the bill 3-2 with two not voting. HB 2862, which increases penalties for offenses committed while wearing a mask to conceal identity, drew support from the City of Scottsdale and opposition from the ACLU over First Amendment concerns; it passed 3-2 with two not voting. HB 2364 would create criminal penalties for mailing or delivering abortion-inducing drugs, including felony penalties for providers and a misdemeanor for ordering such drugs by mail. Supporters said it would enforce existing law and protect women; opponents argued it conflicts with Proposition 139 and constitutional protections for abortion access. The committee gave it a 4-3 due pass recommendation. HB 2244, supported by Phoenix Vice Mayor Keisha Hodge Washington, would streamline satisfaction of eviction judgments when tenants have paid and allow sealing of eviction records in some cases; it passed unanimously 7-0. HB 2573, which removes the 45-day waiting period before some repeat DUI offenders can apply for an ignition interlock restricted license, also passed unanimously 7-0. The committee also considered HB 4117, a strike-everything amendment creating a new offense for interfering with a religious service or worship by obstructing access or engaging in disorderly conduct intended to disrupt the service. Supporters, including ADL and Jewish community representatives, said it would protect worshippers from obstruction and intimidation; opponents argued it was vague, unnecessary, and could chill protest speech. After extensive debate, the committee adopted the strike-everything amendment and gave the bill a due pass recommendation. Finally, HCR 2004, a mirror resolution to SCR 1004, would require voter approval for local photo enforcement systems and periodic reauthorization; it was discussed with support from city and league representatives, but the transcript ends before a final vote on that measure.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee 3/18/26

Public Safety Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Um, you want to move the bill first?
  • as opposed to passing it out for first as opposed to passing it out for first and<00:36:41.080><
  • > name<00:56:59.760> and First testifier, state your name and First testifier, state your
  • First Amendment rights. First Amendment rights.
  • shooting at First Baptist Church.
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Ways and Means General Fund Committee Feb 19th, 2025

Ways and Means General Fund

Transcript Highlights:
  • Let's call the first bill on the calendar. Chairman Hill, welcome. Thank you, sir.
  • I have a first and a second. All those in favor of giving HB187 a favorable report, say "Aye."
  • The first one's...
  • First face that people see when they come into our community, so it enhances the qualifications, which
  • Can anyone accept the amendment first? And we get back on the bill. Got a motion...