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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Health Committee Jun 3rd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- On behalf of Democrats for an... in the audience that would like to register their opposition, please
- , on behalf of Cause, Californians United for Sex-Based Evidence in Policy and Law. on behalf of Democrats
- for an In policy and law, on behalf of Democrats for an Informed Approach to Gender, and on behalf of
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Health met in Room 2100 and first handled its consent calendar, which included several bills and resolutions with amendments. The committee established a quorum, approved the consent calendar 6-0, and placed it on call. AB 2233 by Assemblymember Taw was then heard; the bill would clarify that authorized ABA therapy for autistic patients should remain usable across the authorization period rather than being effectively reduced by weekly utilization caps. Supporters, including behavior analysts, family advocates, and health organizations, described missed sessions caused by provider shortages, scheduling conflicts, and family disruptions. Health plans and insurers initially expressed fraud and utilization-management concerns but said they would remove opposition after the amendments preserved utilization management. The committee voted 7-0 to pass AB 2233 as amended and re-refer it to Appropriations, placing it on call.
The committee next heard AB 96 by Assemblymember Jackson, which would remove the high school diploma or equivalent requirement for Medi-Cal peer support specialist certification. Supporters from county behavioral health agencies, nonprofits, and local governments argued that lived experience, communication, empathy, and cultural competency are the key qualifications for peer work, and that the current education requirement excludes capable candidates and worsens workforce shortages. One opposition witness from the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals raised concerns, but the bill’s proponents explained that peer certification still requires 80 hours of training, testing, and recertification on core competencies. The committee voted 7-0 to pass AB 96 and re-refer it to Appropriations, placing it on call.
AB 1876, the Fair Care for All Act by Assemblymember Addis, was then heard. The bill would codify federal nondiscrimination protections into state law to ensure people are not excluded from health care coverage or services based on a protected class. Support came from transgender health advocates, psychologists, county and state health groups, and other organizations, who said the bill would help protect access to gender-affirming and other medically necessary care. Opposition testimony argued the bill would force coverage of sex-rejecting interventions and weaken insurer safeguards, while the author responded that the measure simply mirrors existing federal nondiscrimination law and does not expand coverage. The committee voted 7-1 to pass AB 1876 and re-refer it to Judiciary, placing it on call. After the roll was reopened for absent members, the committee also finalized votes on the earlier bills and adjourned after concluding its business.
VT
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Conference Committee on H.F. 4188 - Omnibus Commerce and Consumer Protection - Part 2 - 05/13/26
Transcript Highlights:
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Summary:
The committee took up a series of conference amendments to House File 4188. The A24 amendment, described by nonpartisan staff as a technical change to data-sharing language, was modified on the floor to delete everything after the reference to section 295.52, then adopted. The A17 amendment, which adjusted effective dates in a previously enacted liquor bill so several provisions would take effect July 1 instead of August 1, was also adopted after staff noted it affected the happy hour provision and two other liquor-related sections involving coolers/nonalcoholic beverages and resorts. The A20 amendment, which changed notification language and directed penalties into a victim’s crime account, and the A22 amendment, a set of technical corrections requested by the Department of Commerce on reinsurance administration, were both adopted. The A23 amendment, adding residential mortgage originators and servicers into chapter 58, was likewise adopted.
The committee then considered several Senate provisions. A motion to adopt Senate Article 4, sections 8 through 12, which would prohibit the sale of cats and dogs in pet stores with a grandfather for existing businesses, was debated and failed on a roll call because it did not receive enough House-side votes. A separate motion to adopt Senate Article 4, section 35, dealing with paddle wheel prizes and the maximum value of merchandise prizes for paddle tickets, also failed for lack of sufficient House-side support.
Another Senate motion to adopt Article 4, sections 13 through 14, which would restrict minors’ access to chat bots and create Attorney General enforcement and a transition period, was discussed at length. Supporters framed it as a consumer protection measure, while Chair O'Driscoll raised concerns about enforceability and broader AI-related policy needs; the motion failed on a roll call. After the failed motions, the committee recessed to the call of the chair.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Tax Reform Mar 26th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Special Committee on Tax Reform
Transcript Highlights:
- incidentally, that was from both sides of the aisle, two different senators at the federal level, wanted Democrat
- have passed this, there are about a dozen other states that have passed this, mostly East Coast Democrat
- I know Colorado is... ...other states that have passed this, mostly East Coast Democrat states.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Democratic Leaders Media Availability Feb 18th, 2026 at 11:15 am
Transcript Highlights:
- Jamie Pedersen [member_14595] from the Senate Democrats, and I have Senator Dhingra [member_16674] here
- I want to ask about three bills, one sponsored by Democrat Alicia Rule, to address the increase in child
- Do you have all the Democrats support? The Senate had three that didn't vote for it.
Summary:
Senate and House Democratic leaders held a post-cutoff media availability to review the first half of session and outline priorities for the remainder. They said both chambers made substantial progress on protecting Washington from federal overreach and on affordability, citing measures on ICE access and notice, private spaces, housing expansion, medical debt interest caps, senior property tax relief, working families and small business tax credits, and proposals to phase out sales tax on services. They also highlighted that the House moved nearly 200 bills, about 80% with bipartisan support, and said the chambers are now processing each other’s bills and preparing for a fast-paced final stretch.
A major focus was the “millionaire’s tax” and related tax relief proposals. Leaders said the governor’s suggestions, including a sales tax holiday and diaper relief, were welcome and that the updated revenue forecast gives the budget more breathing room and reserves, though much of the new revenue is offset by caseload growth and federal cuts. They said the tax package is intended to support long-term fiscal sustainability and affordability, and that House members will continue shaping the bill in committee. They also discussed a separate proposal to tax large employers whose workers rely on Medicaid, saying it is being considered in light of new federal requirements to track Medicaid employment data, while noting concerns from employers and nonprofits.
The conversation also covered several bills that stalled or were delayed. Leaders said the JR bill did not advance because it lacked votes, though support and stakeholder engagement increased this year. They said child welfare bills and Senator Wilson’s proposals were paused after stakeholder concerns, while Representative Fitzgibbon defended the House’s approach to child safety and said lawmakers are still working on the issue. Other topics included the transmission and cultural resources bills, where a late procedural request to read a bill in full disrupted plans to move multiple measures together, and a tort-liability bill that passed the Senate and is expected to continue in the House with amendments. They also addressed the 0.05 impaired-driving bill, the Left Plan 1 pension proposal, the farmworker unionization bill, and the initiative-related bill, with several of these measures described as still under discussion or lacking enough support to move this year.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
December 9, 2025 - 12:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- . >> CHAIR YEAGER >> HERE >> VICE CHAIR CASSEL >> HERE >> RANKING DEMOCRATIC MEMBER CHAMBLISS >> HERE
- OF THOSE BILLS THAT AFFECT – THIS IS ONE OF THOSE BILLS THAT DOESN'T JUST AFFECT REPUBLICANS OR DEMOCRATS
- >> VICE CHAIR, RANKING DEMOCRATIC MEMBER, REPRESENTATIVES ALVAREZ, ANDERSON, BOTANA, DUNKLEY, GONZALEZ
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 23rd, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- California Congresswoman Sarah Jacobs, Barbara Kaspar Seiferstein, the first transgender member of the Democratic
- ago, twenty years ago, that there will be a time in California where Republican politicians and Democrat
- withstanding the fact that we celebrate your birthdays but I think California voters of all stripes Democrat
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
February 19, 2025 - 01:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Democratic Ranking Member Daly? Here. Representatives Black? Here. Campbell? Caruso? Here.
- I've heard from some of my constituents who are Democrats, and they had some concerns.
- I've heard from some of my constituents who are Democrats, and they had some concerns.
Summary:
The Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee heard and passed two measures before receiving a staff presentation on the local bill process and local delegation meetings. HB 4007, by Rep. Snyder, would cap reimbursement for certain inmate emergency medical services in Martin County at 110% of the Medicare rate, with a higher cap if a provider shows it is operating at a loss. Snyder said the bill is intended to create predictability and save taxpayer dollars; members asked about fiscal effects and whether other counties could adopt similar language. Public testimony came in support from Martin County and related local officials, and the bill was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote.
The committee also passed HM 4005, by Rep. Daly, which urges Congress to increase Florida National Guard force structure. Daly argued Florida’s troop allocation is outdated and inadequate for the state’s population and disaster demands, contributing to burnout and recruiting problems. Members asked about the basis for the current allocation, possible budget and infrastructure impacts, and the National Guard’s needs; there was no opposition or public testimony, and the memorial was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote.
After the votes, Reps. Holcomb and Kendall gave a detailed presentation explaining how local bills differ from general laws, constitutional limits on local legislation, required local delegation meetings and notice, certification and economic impact forms, and amendment procedures. Members asked several process questions, including about multi-county delegations and Miami-Dade’s special status. The meeting ended with a few recognitions and adjournment before session.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, September 3, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c> not a Democratic issue. not a Democratic issue.
- And one of the major drivers are prior Democrat policies, Mr.
- </c> drivers or prior Democrat policies, Mr. drivers or prior Democrat policies, Mr.
- </c> Democrats in all of your legislation. Democrats in all of your legislation.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
06/12/2026 - House Democratic Caucus Calendar #24
Transcript Highlights:
- One or two senators might have voted for it on the Democratic side, but the House, the bill came out
- You'll see the vote was 17 to 12 out of the Senate, with the Democrats opposed, and I'm happy to answer
Summary:
The caucus reviewed a series of Senate-amended bills, with staff summarizing each measure and noting whether the sponsor intended to concur. HB 2305 would revise Arizona’s private towing laws and remove a requirement that municipalities or law enforcement enforce the prescribed towing rates; HB 2398 would impose insurance requirements for watercraft rentals, charters, and peer-to-peer sharing; HB 2957 would bar state and local governments from requiring a digital or mobile driver’s license for identification, while dropping a House provision on biometric identifiers. Members asked for Senate vote counts on several bills and clarified that HB 2305 and HB 2398 were separate from other towing and boot-related measures.
The committee also discussed HB 2321, which requires DCS caseworkers to place a security freeze on a child’s credit record after entry into care, with the Senate removing a $100,000 appropriation and one FTE; HB 2408, which changes Nursing Board complaint and expungement procedures and expands how anonymous complaints may be investigated; HB 2397, which updates HOA/condo disclosure rules and drew noted opposition from the Community Associations Institute and home builders; HB 4005, which requires public school districts to provide AI instruction at specific grade levels and directs ADE to adopt curriculum; and HB 2755, which shifts state land lease renewal language to notice and sale procedures for underperforming commercial leases. Senate vote counts were provided for several of these measures, generally showing narrow or party-line margins.
The final items were HB 2406, a heavily amended bill now restricting access to records and images related to deceased minors, including child abuse images, with supporters citing concerns about misuse through AI and opponents raising disclosure and media-access concerns; and HCR 2001, a ballot referral on citizenship, voting, and election-related contributions that was substantially narrowed in the Senate but still requires voter ID, limits voting to citizens, bars foreign nationals from election spending, and mandates on-site tabulation for early votes, prompting continued county opposition because of cost and implementation concerns. The caucus ended after members were reminded that the agenda and caucus sheets had been emailed rather than printed.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Pass-through entity extension (Part I) 3/11/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- Emerging Leaders is an educational experience that allows youth to participate in the Democratic...
- Emerging Leaders is an educational experience that allows youth to participate in the democratic process
Summary:
The Committee on Consent and House Procedure met, established a quorum, and first went into executive session to act on several bills. It voted House Bill 3279, House Bill 2508, House Bill 2586, and House Bill 1963 do pass consent, each by unanimous 7-0 votes. The committee then moved into public hearing on several House Resolutions authorizing use of the House Chamber for special events.
Representative Kim Smith presented House Resolution 4125 for the Glory of Missouri Awards for students in House District 68, and Representative Yolanda Fountain Henderson presented House Resolution 4153 for the Missouri Legislative Black Caucus Emerging Leaders Youth Conference. Representative Hovis presented House Resolution 4130 for the Silver-Haired Legislature Program. Committee members asked brief procedural questions about attendance and sponsorship, and there was no opposition testimony on any of the resolutions. House Resolution 4331 was announced as withdrawn by the sponsors.
After returning to executive session, the committee voted House Resolution 4125, House Resolution 4130, and House Resolution 4153 do pass, each by unanimous 6-0 votes. It also voted House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2517 do pass, not consent, after members noted legal concerns about the wording and decided to send it to the regular calendar rather than consent. The meeting then adjourned with no further business.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- The Democrats will caucus at 10:00 a.m. in Caucus Room 2. Thank you. Fantastic.
- because I don't want to be accused of plagiarism, let me give credit to the author of those comments: Democrat
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the pledge of allegiance, and an electronic roll call showing 26 members present and four excused. The journal for January 29, 2026, was approved, and the chamber recognized Lucid Motors Day at the Capitol, highlighting the company’s Arizona operations, investment, and job creation. The Senate also received a gubernatorial nomination for Troy L. Campbell to the State Liquor Board, which was referred to the Committee on Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency.
A large number of bills were introduced and read for the first time, covering topics such as commerce, E-Verify, municipal self-certification, voter registration text notices, immigration enforcement training, school eligibility and testing, campaign finance, vulnerable adults, temporary vehicle plates, tribal flags, water projects, public works apprenticeships, housing and water supply, special plates, controlled substances research, and election-related resolutions. One bill, SB 1429, was further referred to the Committee on Finance. The Senate also placed many measures on second reading, including bills on roads, labor and collective bargaining, tax relief, education data, assisted living, liquor policy, public pensions, housing, utilities, and election and redistricting proposals.
The President noted that it was the final day to submit bills by the 5:00 p.m. deadline and announced upcoming caucus and committee meetings for February 3. During a personal privilege statement, the Majority Leader criticized the Attorney General’s recent remarks as dangerous and confusing, argued she should retract them, and said elected officials should lower the temperature around rhetoric that could contribute to violence. The Senate then adjourned by motion until Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 1:15 p.m.
AZ
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And I would not be standing here today as a member of Congress or as House Democratic leader without
- leader without her House Democratic leader without her love,<02:14:48.960><c> mentorship,</c> love,
- and community Democrat-led housing and community banking<05:56:28.480><c> provisions.
- He's a Democrat.
- </c> versus Senate, Republicans and Democrats versus Senate, Republicans and Democrats united<06:04:18.000
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, it includes policy and budget initiatives from Republican and Democratic members of this Senate.
- </c> uh from uh Republican and Democratic uh from uh Republican and Democratic members<00:29:17.039><
- There might be one Democrat already on the bill in addition. I'm not entirely sure.
- There might be one Democrat already on the bill in addition. I'm not entirely sure.
- 55:32.239><c> repeat</c><01:55:32.480><c> the</c> Democrats want to simply repeat the Democrats want
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, May 14, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- <00:31:16.000><c> so</c><00:31:16.559><c> without</c><00:31:16.960><c> any</c><00:31:17.440><c> Democratic
- </c><00:31:18.399><c> scrutiny</c> to do so without any Democratic scrutiny to do so without any Democratic
- Some of them are Republicans, some are independent, some are Democrats.
- Garland could have just said, "Well, we'll just leave it up to the judge because that's what the Democrats
- But they say you got to Democrats want."
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- And so I'm hoping that in the discussion, I know there are two Democrats on this committee and the rest
- Republicans and Democrats have quietly aligned to... ...bureaucrats.
- and Democrat and Republican... ...under Democrat and Republican governors and Democrat and Republican
- My name is Kelsey Black, and I am a Democratic Precinct Chair for Travis County Precinct 182.
- I am a Democratic Precinct Chair for Travis County Precinct 182.
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Education K-16 convened with a quorum, adopted its committee rules, and heard opening remarks from members introducing staff and outlining priorities for the session. Members from both parties emphasized education as a major issue, while several Republicans framed the committee’s work around school choice and parent empowerment. Senator West and other Democrats stressed protecting public schools, listening to Texans, and considering the effects of vouchers or education savings accounts on school districts and communities.
Chairman Creighton laid out Senate Bill 2, the Texas Education Freedom Act, describing it as a universal education savings account program modeled on similar programs in other states. He said the bill would provide about $200 million for a universal eligibility pool and additional funding for students with disabilities and lower-income families, with priority weighting for former public school students. He also highlighted anti-fraud measures, vendor pre-approval, criminal background checks, cybersecurity protections, annual testing requirements for participating students, and the use of the Comptroller rather than TEA to administer the program. Creighton repeatedly said the bill is not a voucher and argued it would not take money from public schools, which he said would receive separate historic funding increases.
Members questioned Creighton about the 500% of federal poverty line definition, the adequacy of the $10,000 ESA amount, whether the program would favor students already in private school, how microschools and homeschool pods would fit, and whether the bill protects religious liberty and private-school autonomy. Democrats raised concerns about disability protections, 504 students, foster children, public-school funding, open records, and the historical context of vouchers. Republicans generally supported the bill as a way to expand options for parents and students, while also asking about administration, fraud prevention, and data security. After member questions, the committee began invited testimony, with EdChoice President Robert Inlow presenting in support of SB 2 and citing the growth and reported success of school choice programs nationwide.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services (01/22/2025)
Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services
Transcript Highlights:
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- Unions are democratic, small-d democratic organizations.
- democratic small D Democratic<01:31:29.679><c> organizations</c><01:31:30.679><c> they</c><01:31:30.960
- ><c> um</c><01:31:31.679><c> they</c> Democratic organizations they um they Democratic organizations
- </c> small D Democratic small D Democratic institutions<01:37:02.960><c> they're</c><01:37:03.159><c>
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, June 5, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Lifelong Democrats, Republicans, conservatives, and liberals alike came together to pay tribute to a
- </c><01:02:53.760><c> colleagues</c> that so many of my Democrat colleagues that so many of my Democrat
- And it is important to note Democratic.
- ><c> fueled</c><02:28:52.080><c> by</c> Democrat-run sanctuary cities fueled by Democrat-run sanctuary
- :29.840><c> raise</c><02:33:30.080><c> these</c> Democratic colleagues to raise these Democratic colleagues