Video & Transcript Research : 'debates'
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OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Veterans and Military Affairs Apr 23rd, 2026 at 11:00 am
Veterans and Military Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Seeing none, will there be debate? Senator Hines, you are recognized for debate.
- I want to debate in favor of this.
- Will there be further debate. With that, clerk will call the roll.
- Would you like to make a debate for a question, Madam Chair?
- Seeing none, will there be debate? I'd like to make a couple of comments.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 21, 2026 - 10:00 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- AND NO ADDITIONAL PUBLIC TESTIMONY, WE ARE IN DEBATE, MEMBERS.
- SEEING NO DEBATE YOU ARE RECOGNIZED TO CLOSE. >>Rep. Anderson: THANK YOU MADAM CHAIR.
- WAIVING IN SUPPORT, THANK YOU FOR BEING HERE, NO FURTHER PUBLIC TESTIMONY, WE ARE IN DEBATE, REPRESENTATIVE
- >>Chair Tuck: ADDITIONAL DEBATE, MEMBERS. >>Chair Tuck: ADDITIONAL DEBATE, MEMBERS.
- SEEING NO ADDITIONAL DEBATE YOU ARE RECOGNIZED TO CLOSE. >>Rep. Bartleman: THANK YOU CHAIR. REP.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
03/16/2026 - Senate Federalism and Family Law
Federalism and Family Law
Transcript Highlights:
- on both sides of that debate.
- , and it's not even supposed to be something you debate.
- Now, this bill will no doubt be debated on the floor of the Senate, as it was debated on the floor of
- Those actions happened right in the heat of the debate about this HCM in the House.
- I look forward to a robust debate on the floor of the Senate.
Keywords:
constitutional convention, faithless delegates, state delegates, oath of office, class 2 felony, civil penalties, parent-child relationship, termination of parental rights, child welfare, court procedures, abandonment, neglect, reunification services, felony conviction, Muslim Brotherhood, terrorism, foreign terrorist organization, national security, Islamist extremism, Congress
Summary:
The committee approved the March 9, 2026 minutes and then heard House Bill 2908, which would require any approved U.S. constitutional amendment to be ratified by bill and gubernatorial action, create oath and reporting requirements for convention delegates, and impose penalties for “faithless” delegates. The sponsor and supporters argued the bill was a needed safeguard against a runaway Article 5 convention, while opponents said the proposed guardrails would be ineffective and could create a false sense of security. An amendment changing recall to disqualification was adopted, and HB 2908 as amended passed 4-3.
The committee then considered HCR 2047, a memorial supporting the use of “Judea and Samaria” instead of “West Bank” in official state communications. Supporters framed it as a matter of historical and biblical accuracy and solidarity with Israel, while opponents argued it injected the legislature into an international conflict and raised First Amendment and civil-rights concerns. The memorial passed 4-3. The committee also passed HCM 2006, urging Congress to reform the Endangered Species Act and Migratory Bird Conservation Act in response to Mexican gray wolf impacts on ranchers, and HB 4042, which clarified the evidence needed to terminate a parent-child relationship by requiring a potential father to both file and serve a paternity action within 30 days.
Later, HCM 2005 passed 4-3 after debate over restricting foreign ownership of real property by communist or authoritarian governments. The committee then took up HCM 2001 and HCM 2002, both focused on Muslim organizations: HCM 2001 urged the President and Congress to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization, and HCM 2002 urged a review of CAIR for possible terrorist designation. Witnesses and members opposing both measures argued that state lawmakers lacked authority or evidence for such designations and that the memorials would stigmatize Muslim communities and chill civic participation; supporters described them as appropriate statements of concern. Both memorials passed 4-3, and the committee adjourned after completing its calendar.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- When real debate, uncomfortable debate, occurred, she said, 'I don't want to talk to you anymore.'
- I just want to say that I'm dissatisfied with the quality of the debate that's going on.
- It just seems like you don't want a true debate. And serve...
- It just seems like you don't want a true debate.
- The debate has really... We haven't really talked that much about sex education.
Bills:
SB1433, SB1434, SB1435, SB1567, SB1571, SB1686, SB1745, SCR1024, SCR1025, HB2671, HB2676, HCR2044
Keywords:
county boundaries, Maricopa, Gila, Pinal, Yavapai, Yuma, La Paz, local governance, Arizona Revised Statutes, Maricopa county, county division, new counties, intergovernmental agreements, special election, shared use agreements, education, explicit material, parental consent, student protection, library access
Summary:
The committee approved the February 4, 2026 minutes and held SB 1571 until the following week. It then heard and advanced several measures, beginning with SB 1745, which would cap transaction privilege/excise tax rates in the state’s largest cities at 2.5% per classification unless approved by voters, and would allow enforcement through the attorney general and state-shared revenue withholding. Supporters argued it would protect taxpayers and restrain municipal tax increases; the bill received a technical amendment and a due pass recommendation. The committee also advanced SB 1686, renaming Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza as the Wesley Bolin and Charlie Kirk Freedom Plaza and authorizing memorial placements for Don Bowles and Charlie Kirk, after brief supportive discussion and no substantive opposition testimony.
The committee spent substantial time on SB 1567 and SB 1435, both aimed at restricting public entities, schools, and libraries from exposing minors to sexually explicit materials and from using public facilities for sexually explicit filming or access. Supporters framed the bills as child-protection measures and cited examples of explicit books and materials in libraries and schools; opponents, including the ACLU, warned the definitions were broad, could chill speech, and could criminalize librarians and educators for handling constitutionally protected literature or sex-education materials. Both bills were amended and passed on 4-3 votes, with supporters emphasizing existing obscenity standards and opponents stressing First Amendment concerns and implementation problems.
The committee also advanced SB 1433 and SB 1434, which would redraw Maricopa County boundaries and, in the latter bill, create three new counties with a transition board and staggered elections. The sponsor argued Maricopa County had become too large and politically dominant, making government less representative and less responsive; opponents called the proposals expensive, disruptive, and politically motivated, citing concerns about debt division, duplicated county systems, and fiscal impacts. Both bills received due pass recommendations on 4-3 votes. Finally, the committee approved SCR 1024, requiring legislators to live in their district for one year before election, and SCR 1025, moving the legislative session start date from the second Monday to the fourth Monday in January; both resolutions passed unanimously or near-unanimously after sponsor testimony that they would modernize outdated rules and improve use of time.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- I know we're all very familiar with the debate that we've been having with regard to conformity.
- We can then, as I said, have the discussion and the debate and the negotiation that she has expressed
- . ...should have called us in for a special session to have that discussion, to have that debate, to
- I could debate with you... if you don't conform to the forms that have gone out.
- Thank you all for this very robust debate and discussion.
Keywords:
individual income tax, subtraction, Arizona Revised Statutes, retirement benefits, adoption costs, charitable contributions, health insurance, premium payment, Arizona State Retirement System, contingent annuitant, long-term disability, benefits limitations, disability compensation, social security, retirement system, elected officials, ASRS, eligibility waiver, age 65, education savings
Summary:
The committee first heard House Bill 2785, a tax conformity measure that would update Arizona statutes to conform to the Internal Revenue Code as of January 1, 2026, including retroactive provisions for tax year 2025. The sponsor and supporters said the bill would align state law with tax forms already issued by the Department of Revenue, provide certainty to filers, and deliver about $440 million in tax relief through provisions such as no tax on tips and overtime, a larger standard deduction, and a $6,000 senior deduction. Opponents argued the bill would significantly reduce state revenue, disproportionately benefit higher-income taxpayers, and should be considered alongside a broader budget plan. After debate and an amendment addressing retroactivity and foreign dividends, the committee approved HB 2785 on a 5-4 vote.
The committee then took up several Arizona State Retirement System and education savings bills. HB 2089 clarified the health insurance premium benefit subsidy for retirees and passed unanimously. HB 2090 changed the disability determination period for long-term disability benefits from 24 months within a five-year period to a straight 24-month period and passed 8-1. HB 2092 allowed employees over age 65 to waive ARS participation within 30 days of becoming eligible and also passed 8-1. HB 2477 conformed Arizona’s 529 education savings plan to federal law, including expanded uses and a permanent rollover to ABLE accounts and Roth IRAs; testimony supported the cleanup and simplification, but some members raised concerns about the Roth rollover and possible use of transferred ESA funds. HB 2477 passed 5-3 with one present vote, and the committee then adjourned.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- We've debated obvious political stunt.
- >> We have a debate. >> We have a debate.
- the core of every one of these debates. the core of every one of these debates.
- A law from a time of a different debate.
- debate, persuasion, and the rule of law. debate, persuasion, and the rule of law.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Senate Floor Session - Part 1 - 05/09/25
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I thought we were supposed to be on the floor here debating issues and debating policy.
- floor here debating issues and debating<00:46:08.960>
policy. - Senator Grunhagen debating policy.
- That's what debate issues on the merits.
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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I would like to remind members of the rules of decorum to be followed during the debate.
- Three minutes of pro and con debate will be allowed on the motion for ordering the previous question.
- In the house, very seldom is much of the debate on the bill or the resolution.
- We are going to say no one can offer an amendment, no one can have any debate on this bill.
- Let's debate these rules, the rules by which we're going to run the house the entire session, and let's
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, March 5, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I find this debate fascinating and interesting.
- I find this debate fascinating and interesting.
- I mean, I can't believe we're having this debate.
- can't believe we're having this debate can't believe we're having this debate I'd<07:35:02.760><
- This went on and on and on, with certainly debating the issue.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
April 10, 2025 - 11:30 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- Members, do we have any debate on the bill? Rep. Bartleman, you're recognized. Thank you, Rep.
- Representative Gerwig, you're recognized in debate.
- Members, any further debate? Rep.
- Members, I want to thank you so much for your debate.
- Members, do we have any debate on the bill? Seeing no debate, Representative Booth, would you...
Summary:
The Health Care Facilities and Systems Subcommittee met and heard two bills. HB 141, by Rep. Woodson, would require the state group insurance program to cover out-of-pocket costs for diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations for covered employees, with the goal of improving early detection and reducing the chance that patients skip follow-up imaging because of cost. Woodson described her personal experience with breast cancer screening and emphasized that the bill would help state employees get recommended mammograms, MRIs, ultrasounds, and related tests without financial barriers. The American Cancer Society and Cancer Action Network supported the bill, and several members spoke in strong support, citing the importance of early detection and employee retention. The committee voted 15-0 to report HB 141 favorably.
The committee then heard CS for HB 839, by Rep. Booth, which would shorten the period for health insurers to seek overpayment claims against participating psychologists from 30 months to 12 months, aligning psychologists with other health care providers and applying to claims on or after January 1, 2026. Booth said the change would improve access to mental health care by encouraging more psychologists to participate in insurance networks. The Florida Psychological Association appeared in support, and there was no debate. The committee voted 15-0 to report the bill favorably.
At the end of the meeting, the vice chair, ranking member, and chair each offered brief remarks thanking members and staff for their work during the session. The chair noted the committee had focused on implementation and oversight issues and described the process as member-driven. The meeting then adjourned by motion to rise.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 22nd, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- All debate having ceased, the clerk will now open the roll for co-authors.
- Seeing and hearing no further debate, Assembly Member Gonzalez, do you wish to close?
- All debate having ceased, clerk will open the roll. Members, this is for co-authors.
- All debate having ceased, clerk will open the roll. Members, this is for co-authors.
- Seeing and hearing no further debate, Assembly Member Dixon, do you wish to close?
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Agriculture and Wildlife Apr 20th, 2026 at 10:00 am
Agriculture and Wildlife
Transcript Highlights:
- Are there further debates? Senator Green, recognized. The debate. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
- Debate what that with our own debate their coloro Senator Bullard, Senator Burns, Senator Green, Senator
- CNN, will there be debate? Senator Wingard, you're recognized.
- Senator Zakarari, would you like to close debate? Clerk, call the roll.
- Seeing none, will there be debate? CNN Senator Woods, would you like to close debate?
Keywords:
farmed cervidae, chronic wasting disease, genetic resistance, wildlife management, agriculture, wildlife tagging, hunting regulations, Cervidae family, feral swine, exotic wildlife, conservation, commercial hunting, raw milk, unpasteurized, farm sales, Oklahoma Milk and Milk Products Act, local producers, advertising, 914, all
MD
Transcript Highlights:
- Is there any debate? If not, the clerk will call the roll.
- Is there any debate? If not, the clerk will call the roll. >> Has everyone recorded their vote?
- Is there any debate? If not, the clerk will call the roll. >> Has everyone recorded their vote?
- Is there any debate? If not, the clerk will call the roll. >> Has everyone recorded their vote?
- Is there any debate? If final passage. Is there any debate?
Summary:
The House convened with 125 members present, heard a prayer and opening remarks, and then proceeded through the journal, committee assignments, and several consent calendars. Introductory House Bills 1358 through 1585 were read the first time and referred to the appropriate committees, along with bond initiatives 34 through 37 and Senate Bill 14. House Bill 1215 was later reassigned to Appropriations. The House also recorded quorum calls showing 129 and later 131 members present.
On third reading and final passage, House Bill 28, concerning higher education and private career schools advertising, passed 128-0. House Bill 226, establishing Department of Disabilities housing programs and affiliated foundations, passed 122-6. House Bill 229, increasing the Maryland Transportation Authority revenue bond limit, passed 96-33. No debate was recorded on these bills before the roll calls.
The remainder of the session consisted largely of committee, subcommittee, delegation, caucus, and personal announcements. Committees announced upcoming voting sessions or cancellations, including Appropriations, Economic Matters, Environment and Transportation, Health, Judiciary, Ways and Means, and Rules. Members also made numerous recognitions and invitations, including a briefing on the Patuxent River sewer interceptor breakage, district nights, a Tourism Day lunch, and several birthday and family announcements. The protocol chair led a Valentine’s Day recognition of House staff, and the House then recessed until Monday, February 16 at 8:00 p.m.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- I don't know if this is a debatable motion. I'm obviously allowed to debate.
- I'm obviously allowed debatable motion. I'm obviously allowed to<00:22:50.760>
debate. - I don't I don't know if it is to debate.
- <00:22:52.920>
Just or not, but I'll allow debate. Just or not, but I'll allow debate. - I actually debate on our last day.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Community solar garden named for Melissa Hortman 3/3/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, so I, um, our researcher went back and got me the clips from the floor debate when they passed the
- And, you know, I think the heartfelt debate on CSG as a whole, this is not what we're debating today.
- you know, I think the heartfelt u debate you know, I think the heartfelt u debate uh<00:40:26.560
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Summary:
House File 3556 was presented as a bill to rename Minnesota’s community solar garden program the Melissa Hortman Community Solar Garden Program. The author described the measure as a tribute to Hortman’s leadership and her role in creating the program, which was said to have helped launch Minnesota’s solar industry and expand access to clean energy. The bill was moved to the general register before testimony began.
Testifiers from the Public Utilities Commission, Department of Commerce, solar industry groups, clean energy organizations, and community solar developers all supported the bill. They described Hortman as the original legislative champion of the 2013 community solar law and a driving force behind the 2023 revisions that increased access for low- and moderate-income households. Several witnesses said the program has become a national model, has generated jobs and investment, and has enabled renters, small businesses, schools, nonprofits, and households without suitable rooftops to participate in solar.
Witnesses also shared personal reflections about Hortman’s accessibility, preparation, and willingness to listen, saying she treated people with respect and helped shape a durable clean energy policy framework. No opposition testimony or votes on final passage were recorded in the excerpt, but the committee did act to advance the bill to the general register.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Senate Chamber Jan 29th, 2026 at 11:10 am
New Mexico Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Is there a debate on the bill? Well, Madam President, I can't let there be no debate.
- Senator Shared to debate the bill. Thank you, Madam President.
- President, this is a debatable motion, so we just want to open it up for debate so that people can discuss
- And I'm not rising to debate the merits of the bill.
- That debate. Thank you, Mr. President.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 29, 2026 - 12:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- We are now in debate. Deb Daly, you're recognized in debate. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
- Next up in debate, a ranking member. Representative, thank you very much for the bill.
- Anyone else in debate? Seeing none, Representative, you are recognized to close. Yes, so be brief.
- We are in debate. Members, any debate? Seeing none, Representative, you are recognized to close.
Summary:
The Transportation and Economic Development Budget Subcommittee met with a quorum and heard two member bills. The first, CS for HB 243 on electric bicycles, was presented as a safety and data-collection measure prompted by fatalities and serious injuries involving e-bikes and similar devices. The sponsor said the bill would create a task force, require law enforcement crash data collection, and focus on education and enforcement rather than licensing changes. Testimony in support came from law enforcement, AARP, and local officials, who said statewide data is inconsistent and current classifications do not reflect the speed and use of newer devices. Members discussed the need for better reporting and bike safety, and the bill passed favorably by roll call vote.
The committee then took up CS for HB 679, which would modernize Florida’s trademark registration system by aligning it more closely with federal standards, requiring clearer identification of goods and services, proof of use in commerce, and allowing streamlined online filing and renewal. The only public testimony was a supportive appearance from the Florida Bar’s business law section. There were no questions or debate, and the bill also passed favorably by roll call vote. The meeting then adjourned.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Any debate? Senator Gritters, you are recognized to close on the amendment. Wave close.
- Any debate on the bill as amended? All right, Senator Grudes, your recommendation.
- Any debate on the bill as amended? All right, Senator Gruders, you're recognized to close.
- Any debate? Senator, you're recognized to close on the amendment. Wave close.
- Members, is there any debate on the bill? All right.
Summary:
The Committee on Regulated Industries met with a quorum present and took up three measures. First, it considered SB 160 on public accountancy, which would create additional pathways to CPA licensure in Florida without lowering standards. The committee adopted a technical amendment clarifying the licensure application process and effective date, heard a waiver in support from the Florida Institute of CPAs, and then reported the committee substitute favorably by roll call.
Next, the committee heard SB 344 on telecommunications access system modernization. The bill updates the Telecommunications Access System Act of 1991 to reflect newer technology, revise outdated terms, broaden eligibility for the advisory committee, and implement recommendations from the Public Service Commission. After adopting a technical amendment, the committee heard supportive testimony from Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc., including comments that the law is outdated, landline use is declining, and the system should accommodate wireless and other modern accessibility options. The committee then reported the committee substitute favorably.
Finally, the committee considered SPB 706, a proposed committee bill on public records and meetings exemptions for NG-911 systems. The bill continues exemptions for certain building plans, maps, and related records and meetings involving 911 and public safety communications infrastructure, while updating the language to include next-generation 911 systems and extending the exemption review period to October 2, 2030. After no questions or debate, Senator Calatayud moved to submit the proposal as a committee bill, the motion was adopted, and the bill was reported favorably as a committee bill. The meeting then adjourned.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Ethics and Elections Dec 10th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Is there a debate or discussion? If not, call it. Yes, ma'am.
- Any further comments or any other debate? If not, I would just say, Mr.
- If not, is there a debate on the nomination? Senator Polsky. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
- Further in debate. Further in debate. Chair, you will in a moment. Chair. Yes, sir. Senator Ablock.
- Further in discussion and debate. If not, a motion would be in order to confirm.
Summary:
The Committee on Ethics and Elections met to consider several executive appointments, beginning with Matthew Walsh, Secretary of the Department of Juvenile Justice, for confirmation. Walsh outlined his long law-enforcement career, social work background, and priorities at DJJ, including staff wellness, reclassifying juvenile detention and probation officers as officers under statute, adding beds to move youth from detention into residential programs, and increasing per diem funding. Members asked about detention “dead time” and the need to get adjudicated youth into programming sooner. Public testimony included support from Barney Bishop and Christian Minor, and the committee voted unanimously to approve Walsh’s nomination and forward it to the full Senate.
The committee then heard from Tina Vidal-Duarte, nominee for the Florida Atlantic University Board of Trustees. She described her business background as CEO of CDR Health, her education, and extensive nonprofit and board service, including leadership roles with the Florida Grand Opera, the Homeless Trust of Miami-Dade County, FAU, and the Hope Florida Foundation. Senators questioned her about free speech issues involving FAU faculty, her relationship with the new FAU president, student diversity, AI and workforce planning, and her prior role on Hope Florida. She also answered questions about her company’s work at the Everglades detention center and the bidding process for state contracts. Public testimony opposed her nomination, citing concerns about her business ties, Hope Florida, and detention-center contracts. Debate split largely along partisan lines, and the committee approved her nomination on a recorded vote.
Afterward, the committee took up the remaining nominations in Tabs 2 through 15, excluding Tab 10, and approved them as a group by voice/recorded vote for forwarding to the full Senate. The meeting then concluded with no further business.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
December 2, 2025 - 03:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- We're in debate. Representative Eskamani. >> Thank you, chair.
- We're on debate. Representative Hinson.
- So thank you. >> Any other debate, Representative Eskamani. >> Thank you.
- Thank you, chair it and debate. >> I we appreciate all year.
- Do we want to debate? No, we don't want to debate.