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• We'll reach out to and have worked with both Democrat and Republican legislators in both the House and
• We'll reach out to and have worked with both Democrat and Republican legislators in both the House and
• the Senate. out to and have worked with both Democrat and Republican legislators in both the House and
• I will say the only vacancy right now is from the Senate, specifically from the Senate Republicans.
• Senator Orwall was on it, and we were told that it was run through the Senate Republican caucus and that

Bills: SB5911, SB5940, SB5942, SB5957

Keywords: children, youth, financial stability, care services, department of children and families, housing assistance, foster care, pilot program, social services, accountability, family services, state department, child welfare, homeless youth, youth homelessness, runaway youth, young adult homelessness, housing instability, family reunification, family stability

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• Both Democrats and Republicans are always on board and supportive of your projects.
• He was a great leader, and I don't want to take anything from him, but he was a Republican.
• He was different from your regular Republican.
• With him being a Republican, his people came first, and his party came second.
• I think I just wanted to speak for the Republican side of the fence here with regards to whether or not

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• I want to thank my Republican House members and my Democratic House members for joining us.
• I want to thank the Republicans and Democrats from the House and Senate for being here and shining a
• , not just the economic turmoil caused by the President, but what he is doing and the fact that Republicans
• one of you contributed a great deal of substance and ideas to the House and Senate Democrats and Republicans
• Instead of closing the door on scammers and fraudsters, Republicans want to reopen it and let them in

Keywords: Chinese Communist Party, retirement security, investment risks, SEC enforcement, Bipartisan action

Summary: The meeting primarily addressed concerns regarding the impact of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) on American investments and the financial security of retirees. The chair discussed legislation aimed at ensuring the protection of American investors against the risks posed by Chinese companies. There was a consensus among the members regarding the necessity to enforce existing policies that require compliance from foreign companies wishing to trade on American exchanges. The discussion included testimony from various stakeholders highlighting the urgent need to limit exposure to the CCP in retirement portfolios. Additionally, there were calls for increased accountability of regulatory bodies such as the SEC to better shield American investors from potential loss.

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• I'll also remind everyone, because we've talked about that being a bipartisan effort, and every Republican
• I'll also remind everyone, because we've talked about that being a bipartisan effort, and every Republican
• And in any other context, I know I expect you when you talk about that age group to champion Republican
• This law was supported by Democrats and Republicans in this chamber.
• Republicans and Democrats committing to one another to do better for the state of Florida.

Summary: The House convened for opening-day business, with prayer, a moment of silence for Captain Bill Guston, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a quorum established. The Speaker outlined a budget message emphasizing reduced spending and a proposed permanent 0.75% sales tax cut, and the chamber then received the Governor’s veto message on portions of HB 5001. Members moved to reinstate several vetoed appropriations, including the Florida Senior Veterans and Crisis Fund, Rockledge Advanced Water Treatment Phase 1, the Department of Corrections automated staffing/time management system, and Baldwin sewer and water main work; each reinstatement passed unanimously. The House also adopted a special order calendar and special amendment procedures for the General Appropriations Act and related bills. On the special order calendar, several bills passed unanimously or near-unanimously, including Lucy’s Law on boating safety (CS/CS/CS/HB 289), HB 735 on water access facilities, HB 11 on municipal water and sewer utility rates, CS/CS/HB 85 on hazardous walking conditions, and CS/HB 157 on service of process. These measures focused on boating safety, water infrastructure, utility-rate fairness, school walking safety, and procedural civil-law updates. A major floor debate centered on HB 6017, which would repeal Florida’s “Free Kill Law” limiting wrongful-death damages in medical negligence cases. Supporters described the bill as a long-awaited justice measure for families who lost adult children or unmarried relatives to medical malpractice, while opponents were not recorded in the final vote tally; the bill passed 104-6 after extensive emotional testimony from sponsors and affected families. The chamber also heard a lengthy, highly divided debate on HB 759, which would lower the firearm purchase age from 21 to 18. Supporters argued the current law is inconsistent with adult rights and responsibilities and cited constitutional precedent, while opponents emphasized Parkland, youth gun violence, and public-safety concerns; the transcript ends during continued debate on that bill, with no final vote shown.

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• As we both crisscrossed Iowa working hard to earn the nomination for Republican running for United States
• I mean, and I think Republicans and Democrats on this committee should care about the answer to this
• Landau's father, who served as a career Foreign Service officer across both Republican and Democratic
• Yes, the International Republican Institute, the National Democratic Institute, launched by President
• review going on, there's waivers being given, but Senator Sullivan is the board chair of IRI, a Republican

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• So there were four Republicans, and on the Democrat side was Paul Baumback.
• And then as a Republican, you don't get to sponsor a whole lot of bills.
• And on bond bill, I mean, the Republicans are in the minority... ...tell you how much.
• And on bond bill, I mean, yeah, the Republicans are in the minority over there, so you don't have to
• I've seen you in committee, whether it's Republicans or Democrats or public comment, look at the bill

Summary: The House convened with Girl State participants presiding for part of the session, including introductions of the student leadership and a unanimous voice vote passing House Concurrent Resolution 152 honoring the young women participating in Delaware Girl State. The chamber also welcomed congressional interns and other guests, accepted the prior day’s minutes, and observed a moment of silence for Nathan Cynix and Kara Feeley before prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. A major portion of the meeting was devoted to tributes for Representative Ron Gray, who was recognized for his 14 years of service and his work on issues such as bond bills, dredging, bike paths, small business, constituent service, and agriculture-related funding. Multiple members from both parties praised his humor, honesty, mentorship, and dedication to the House and his district. Gray responded with extended remarks reflecting on his family legacy, legislative service, and appreciation for colleagues and staff, and the chamber later sang “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” at his request. The House then received communications, including Senate messages returning several bills and informing the chamber of Senate passage of additional measures. Members were also told that the FY27 bond bill, House Bill 500, had been placed on desks as a gift for review. The House read in Consent Agenda S, which included House Bill 476, House Joint Resolution 13, Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 168, Senate Bill 297, Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 319, and Senate Joint Resolution 21, and began a roll call vote on the consent agenda.

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• We will do a caucus in here for the Republicans, and Representative Sullivan is leading the charge out
• And if everyone could just find their way out unless you're on the Republican side in this room.
• </c><00:57:40.440><c> and</c><00:57:41.200><c> Representative</c> for the Republicans and Representative
• for the Republicans and Representative Sullivan<00:57:42.520><c> Follow</c><00:57:42.760><c> me.
• </c> on the Republican side in this room. on the Republican side in this room.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• This bill has passed three committees at light speed to get here on Republican-only party-line votes,
• </c><00:14:03.959><c> only</c><00:14:04.360><c> Partyline</c> to get here on Republican only Partyline
• to get here on Republican only Partyline votes<00:14:05.199><c> with</c><00:14:05.320><c> no</c><00:
• except one that compared the Republican except one that compared the bill<00:14:08.199><c> to</c><00
• Minnesotans are tired of our politics being boiled down to Democrat versus Republican in this time of

Bills: HF550

Keywords: redistricting, Bipartisan Commission, Minnesota Constitution, census, legislative districts, 1183, house

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• House File 7 represents the priorities of the House Republican caucus and the public safety area.
• There are 12 different provisions that comprise this bill that come from bills the Republican members
• Chair, to the chief author, I've worked with all folks—Democrats, Republicans—and this is an issue and
• Chair, to the chief author, I've worked with all folks—Democrats, Republicans—and this is an issue and
• Chair, to the chief author, I've worked with all folks—Democrats, Republicans—and this is an issue and

Keywords: 1183, house

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• I'm kind of surprised that we didn't all go with Alternative 1, because what I hear from my Republican
• And I just hear so much rhetoric about that from my Republican colleagues.

Keywords: 970, all

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• to make an announcement about the Rules Committee, which we will convene after recess, and House Republicans
• will House Republicans will caucus in our caucus room immediately following Rules.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• He didn't just work for Republicans. He worked for the people of the United States of America.
• He didn't just work for Republicans. He worked for the people of the United States of America.

Summary: The House met with a quorum present, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then took up introductions of several resolutions and bills. Resolutions introduced included measures to recognize Funeral Directors’ Day, commend the crew of Eve, recognize Crime Stoppers of Greater New Orleans, honor Nurse Practitioner Day, and express condolences for several deceased public figures and former members. Several resolutions were adopted immediately by suspension of the rules, including condolences resolutions and commendations for Bernardo de Gálvez, Codafield Day, Drew Brees, the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association, and support for continued National Guard operations at Camp Beauregard. The House also received multiple bills and committee reports. Introduced bills included appropriations measures to pay consent judgments, a property tax exemption bill for certain trusts involving property owners age 65 or older, a nursing medication administration bill, and a prisoner transfer notification bill referred to the Committee on Justice. Committee reports were read showing numerous House bills reported favorably or with amendments from Civil Law and Transportation. No floor votes on those bills were taken in the transcript, and many items were noted as lying over. During personal privilege remarks, members discussed PILOT (payments in lieu of taxes) data and transparency, with concerns about foregone revenue and local taxing authorities. The chamber also recognized visiting 7th grade students from Trinity Episcopal School and held a moment of silence honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson. Announcements were made for upcoming committee meetings, an ethics training after adjournment, and a Bible study event. The House then agreed to adjourn until 2:00 p.m. the next day.

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• at least you did, regarding if someone gives to a political party, like the Democratic Party or Republican
• I think if they're soliciting for a philosophical, you know, stand up against these crazy Republicans

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The House began by noting the absence of a quorum and then established one by vote. The chamber then took up House Committee Substitute for House Bill 1788, which was described as a campaign finance measure responding to a reported case of deceptive recurring political donations. The sponsor said the bill requires affirmative opt-in consent for recurring contributions, clear receipt and cancellation information, and that recurring donations tied to elections end at the election unless they are ongoing party contributions. Members discussed a House Amendment 1 that was characterized as cleanup language from the Missouri Ethics Commission and not a substantive change. Several members asked about how the bill would affect recurring donations to political parties versus issue-based campaigns, and the sponsor said party donations would not be affected by election timing, while election-related solicitations would end at the election. The amendment was adopted, and members then spoke in support of the bill as a consumer-protection and transparency measure. The House adopted the committee substitute as amended and ordered it perfected and printed. After the bill action, the House moved to announcements, including a Bible study invitation, a reminder to wear red for Heart Month, a Future Caucus AI meeting, and a Special Committee on Rural Issues meeting. The House then adjourned until 10 a.m. Thursday, February 5, 2026, and members were told to be prepared to consider House Committee Substitute for House Bills 1667 and 2294 upon return.

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• It's a legislative priority of the Republican Party of Texas.
• chair of the Harris County Republican Party for six years.
• chair of the Harris County Republican Party for six years.
• chair of the Harris County Republican Party for six years.
• I am a father, a Republican, a resident of Collin County, and a lifelong Texan.

Bills: HB2242, HB2446, HB2799, HB4502, HB2920, HB2790, HB5620, HB5060, HB5076, HB5080, HB5081, HB5128, HB5130, HB3847, HB5116, HB2969, HB4546, HB4202, HB5624, HB3964, HB4803, HB872, HB4775, HB4777, HB4961, HB5570, HB2988, HB4260, HB1375, HB5009, HB5411, HB5134, HB4388, HB3095, HB1387

Keywords: constables, civil rights, local government, law enforcement, policy-making authority, affidavit, medical bills, civil actions, reasonable charges, healthcare services, judicial statistics, court performance, family law, civil cases, efficiency reporting, court security, emergency management, harassment penalties, judicial safety, court committee

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills affecting civil practice, judicial conduct, and attorney regulation. HB 4961 and the similar HB 3095 would bar uninsured motorists from recovering non-economic damages after a collision, with HB 3095 also addressing certain exceptions and limiting economic damages in some cases. Supporters said the measures would encourage insurance coverage and fairness for insured drivers, while opponents argued they would unfairly punish injured people who were not responsible for the lack of insurance, including pedestrians, passengers, children, and others. HB 3095 drew constitutional concerns from witnesses, and the committee later withdrew the committee substitute and left the bill pending; HB 4961 was also left pending after questions about its scope, including passengers. HB 5570 would expand a continuing legal education exemption to attorneys appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate who serve on boards or commissions. The author and witness said the bill would free up time for public service while still requiring ethics training. A committee member raised a discrepancy in the number of attorneys covered, and the bill was left pending. HB 2969 would prohibit the State Bar from adopting rules or penalties that unreasonably burden attorneys’ religious exercise or free speech, especially in relation to sincerely held religious beliefs. Supporters framed it as a protection for lawyers of faith against an ABA-style speech code, while no one testified in opposition; the bill was left pending. HB 4260 would prohibit county judges and county commissioners from practicing law in courts over which they have jurisdiction. The author described it as an ethics measure to avoid conflicts of interest, but county officials and the County Judges and Commissioners Association opposed it, saying existing ethics rules already address conflicts and that the bill would impose hardships, especially in rural counties. The bill was left pending. HB 4388 would require all judges, including those who serve only in administrative roles, to remain subject to the Code of Judicial Conduct; supporters said some judges avoid discipline by relinquishing judicial functions, while opponents said the bill was unnecessary and could burden county judges who serve as administrators. It was also left pending. The committee also heard HB 5134, which would limit Rule 202 pre-suit depositions to people who have suffered or reasonably expect to suffer actual damages and allow attorney’s fees against abusive petitioners. The author said the bill would curb harassment and fishing expeditions, but members questioned how the standard would work in practice; the bill was left pending. Finally, HB 3964 would narrow common-law public nuisance claims by barring suits over lawful conduct, conduct already addressed by other remedies, and products, while preserving other causes of action. Supporters said the bill would prevent regulation through litigation and protect legislative authority; opponents said it would eliminate important remedies and that no Texas abuse had been shown. The author indicated he would revise the bill, and it was left pending.

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• House Republicans will also be caucusing at 12:30 and plan to return to the House floor at 1:30.
• Again, House Republicans will be caucusing at 12:30. Thank you, Madam Speaker.
• can no longer delay the underlying bill, which includes multiple proposals from both Democrat and Republican
• And so insurance underwriters are deciding now that we in this body, Republican, Democrat, are a liability

Keywords: Scheduler, 973, house, all

Summary: The House convened, opened with prayer and the Pledge, and first handled routine business including postponing approval of the prior journal and confirming a quorum. Several committee reports were adopted, including measures from Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness, Tourism and Recreation and Economic Development, Appropriations, Rules, Commerce, and Environmental and Natural Resource Protection. The chamber also adopted House Resolution 531, designating June 2026 as Scoliosis Awareness Month, after testimony from Rep. DeLosier and discussion of a constituent’s experience with severe scoliosis; the resolution passed 201-1. The House then adopted a series of additional resolutions and bills, including Diaper Need Awareness Week, a study on PANS/PANDAS, 717 Day, Little League World Series Week, and a resolution commemorating America 250 in Pennsylvania. It also passed bills on Sunshine Act agenda notice changes, veteran death notifications, Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, township audit deadlines, first responder memorials, road transfers, parole board succession, and restrictions on HOA limits for rooftop solar. The solar bill drew multiple failed amendments on HOA voting rules, native plants, energy-source discrimination, and net metering; one amendment on indemnification for elected officials at special events was adopted. In final passage votes, the House approved legislation to prohibit NDAs related to data centers, with debate centered on transparency and local control; it passed 171-31. The chamber also passed bills allowing Pittsburgh school administrators to collectively bargain, requiring hunting and trapping education options in schools, expanding SWIF’s equity investment authority, and scheduling metatomidine as a Schedule 3 controlled substance. The Counseling Compact bill and a parole-record privilege bill both passed unanimously or near-unanimously, and the House signed those measures for presentation to the Governor. The session ended with referrals of new bills to committees, a motion to adjourn, and adjournment until July 1, 2026.

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• House Republicans will also be caucusing at 12:30 and plan to return to the House floor at 1:30.
• Again, House Republicans will be caucusing at 12:30. Thank you, Madam Speaker.
• can no longer delay the underlying bill, which includes multiple proposals from both Democrat and Republican
• And so insurance underwriters are deciding now that we in this body, Republican, Democrat, are a liability

Summary: The House convened, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognized several guests, including a student advocate and family members connected to a resolution on scoliosis awareness. The chamber first took up committee reports from Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness, Tourism and Recreation and Economic Development, and later Appropriations, Rules, Commerce, and Environmental and Natural Resource Protection, agreeing to the reported bills and resolutions. House Resolution 531, designating June 2026 as Scoliosis Awareness Month, was adopted 201-1 after remarks describing the condition and the advocacy of a young constituent. The House also adopted resolutions designating Diaper Need Awareness Week, directing a study on PANS/PANDAS, recognizing 717 Day, Little League World Series Week, and commemorating America 250 in Pennsylvania, with broad bipartisan support. The House then considered several bills on final passage. House Bill 2146, updating the Sunshine Act’s 24-hour agenda notice rule after a court ruling, and Senate Bills 130, 511, 971, 972, 1181, and 1235 were agreed to. House Bill 1239, limiting HOA restrictions on rooftop solar, drew multiple amendments; some were withdrawn, and others failed on tied votes, after debate over HOA governance, native plants, and net metering. House Bill 2219, on license plates and transportation provisions, had an amendment agreed to removing indemnification language for elected officials at special events, and then passed as amended. House Bill 2558, banning non-compete agreements for broadcast workers, saw an amendment to preserve limited non-competes fail, and the bill passed. House Bill 2359, prohibiting government NDAs related to data centers, passed 171-31 after extensive debate over transparency and local control. The chamber also passed House Bill 2455, granting Pittsburgh school administrators collective bargaining rights, despite objections that existing appeal protections already exist; it passed 106-96. House Bill 2460, creating hunting and trapping education provisions, passed 180-22 after debate over whether it duplicated existing law and imposed a mandate. House Bill 2499, expanding the State Workers’ Insurance Fund’s equity investment authority, passed 173-29. House Bill 2529, scheduling metatomidine as a Schedule III controlled substance, passed 198-4 amid testimony about overdose risks and concerns about criminalization. Senate Bill 604, joining the Counseling Compact, passed 188-14, and Senate Bill 1259, clarifying parole record privilege and expanding notice to denied parole applicants, passed unanimously 202-0. The House then made referrals and committee assignments, signed the two Senate bills for presentation to the Governor, and adjourned until July 1, 2026.

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• But I can say without a shadow of a doubt, as the only gay Republican that I know of serving in this
• body, that without hesitation, I know every single one of my fellow Republican caucus members shares
• I ask the Speaker, Rivas, and Republican Leader Flora to move to the front Senate aisles to receive our
• Rivas and Republican Leader Flora move to the front Senate aisles to receive our honorees.

Summary: The Assembly met in session, established a quorum, and opened with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Members then handled a series of procedural motions, including re-referrals of several Senate bills, notices for committee hearings, and a successful motion to suspend rules so ACA 20 could be taken up later in the week. The chamber also recognized former Assembly Member Christina Garcia and later moved into a Pride Month observance. The main ceremonial item was House Resolution 115 recognizing June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Assembly Member Ward opened on the resolution, and multiple members from different caucuses spoke in support, highlighting Pride history, LGBTQ+ rights, and the contributions of LGBTQ Californians. Assembly Member DeMaio offered supportive remarks while noting policy differences, and the resolution was adopted by voice vote after 53 co-authors were added. The Assembly then held a Pride honoree ceremony recognizing 15 individuals and groups for contributions to the LGBTQ community. On the floor file, members also adopted several resolutions by voice vote after adding co-authors: ACR 187 on Men’s Mental Health Month, ACR 157 marking the 50th anniversary of the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act, ACR 222 declaring Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Awareness Month, and ACR 224 recognizing Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day. Each drew personal testimony from members about the underlying issues, including suicide prevention, caregiving and dementia, mining reclamation, and harms to youth from social media. The Assembly also concurred in Senate amendments to AB 46 on mental health diversion by a 51-1 vote, and later adopted the consent calendar 66-0. The House adjourned until June 25, 2026, at 9 a.m.

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• But I can say without a shadow of a doubt, as the only gay Republican that I know of serving in this
• body, that without hesitation, I know every single one of my fellow Republican caucus members shares
• I ask the Speaker, Rivas, and Republican Leader Flora to move to the front Senate aisles to receive our
• Rivas and Republican Leader Flora move to the front Senate aisles to receive our honorees.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• of behind-the-scenes work with Senator Sieberger and her DFL colleagues in combination with the Republicans
• <00:34:52.720><c> the</c> colleagues in combination with the colleagues in combination with the Republicans
• :54.040><c> So,</c><00:34:54.840><c> one</c><00:34:54.960><c> of</c><00:34:55.040><c> those</c> Republicans
• So, one of those Republicans over here.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• . >> I want to have a Republican caucus on this and the other bills that are out there before I commit
• 02.000><c> to</c> &gt;&gt; I want to &gt;&gt; I want to have<00:29:03.320><c> a</c><00:29:03.400><c> Republican
• 04.560><c> on</c><00:29:04.720><c> this</c><00:29:04.960><c> and</c><00:29:05.120><c> the</c> have a Republican
• caucus on this and the have a Republican caucus on this and the other<00:29:05.440><c> bills</c><00:

Keywords: 1191, senate, all