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FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Rules Feb 17th, 2026

Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • Under Rule 2.39, paragraph 4, in the germanity standards outlined in the Senate rules, this amendment
  • If you've already made your ruling, I will wait until the ruling to share my points and make a further
  • And under that ruling, ...to civil litigation, and under that ruling, no other amendments should be germane
  • Senator Grall appeals the Chair's ruling.
  • There's a lot of things that if you go through the rules of evidence, or even the case rulings that I
Summary: The Committee on Rules met with a quorum and considered a long agenda of bills, many of them retained from the prior week. The most debated measure was CS for SB 706, which would preempt naming of major commercial service airports to the state and designate Palm Beach International Airport as the Donald J. Trump International Airport, subject to FAA approval and a trademark agreement. Amendments were offered and rejected, including proposals to prevent private financial benefit from the naming. Several senators spoke in opposition, citing concerns about naming an airport after a sitting president, lack of local input, and the trademark/licensing arrangement; supporters argued there was no cost to the airport and that the bill simply set a state naming policy. The committee reported the bill favorably after a roll call vote. The committee also reported favorably CS for SB 546 on conservation land notice requirements, CS for CS for SB 1014 on municipal utility service to properties outside city limits, CS for SB 1500 on uncontested probate proceedings, SB 962 on excluding farms from certain zoning definitions, and CS for SB 820 on problem-solving court reporting requirements. The committee then approved several bills from Senator DiCeglie and Senator Arrington. SB 840, addressing land-use regulations for local governments affected by natural disasters, was supported by local-government and environmental advocates who said it would restore local control after SB 180’s hurricane-related restrictions; the sponsor said it was intended to correct unintended consequences of last year’s law. CS for SB 856, requiring online listing platforms to show estimated ad valorem taxes on residential listings, was amended to exclude social media platforms and broaden liability protections; the sponsor and a county property appraiser described it as a consumer-transparency measure. CS for SB 110, clarifying homestead exemption treatment for long-term leases that end at death, was also reported favorably. The committee took up a controversial strike-all amendment to SB 212, which focused on public swimming pools and added residency and related restrictions for certain sex offenders and offenders on community control or probation. The amendment drew strong opposition from advocates and affected families, who argued it would worsen homelessness, impose broad geographic restrictions, and lack evidence of improving child safety; supporters said it was a targeted public-safety measure. Despite the objections, the committee reported the bill favorably. The committee also approved SB 684 on electronic signatures for total-loss vehicle and vessel titles, SB 394 on reinsurance intermediary managers, SB 434 on property tax assessment treatment for wind-hardening improvements, CS for CS for SBs 658 and 608 on water-safety requirements for rental properties with pools or nearby water, SB 748 on adding voting-rights restoration information to sentencing score sheets, and CS for SB 824 requiring school districts to inventory unimproved real property. The meeting ended while the committee was beginning SB 848 on stormwater treatment, with an amendment being introduced as the transcript cut off.
NV
Transcript Highlights:
  • Okay, yes, you did chair a board of trustees, so your math is strong.
  • Three-day read rule.
  • There will still be the Joint Standing Rule 14.4 BDRs.
  • I'm here on behalf of the Nevada Association of School Boards.
  • And that's ultimately approved by the Board of Examiners.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • I believe that there are Supreme Court rulings that have outlined the government's authority to place
  • We've got to look at every sign that comes in, and if they created a spear out of the board that they're
  • court cases around the country over the years that has withstood the United States Supreme Court ruling
  • Otherwise, there should be a ruling. That would be my other suggestion. Thank you, Chair.
  • I have lived what you're talking about, being on the school board, with the transitory nature of what
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session 04-20-2026 12:00pm

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Chamber Meeting Feb 13th, 2026 at 11:03 am

New Mexico House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • District 6 and becoming the first African American board member of the Albuquerque Public School Board
  • We're mostly through the rule promulgation process with the Environmental Improvement Board.
  • to promulgate these rules.
  • Is that a board that's already there, or are we making a new board for this? Mr.
  • made into rule. Mr.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations Apr 27th, 2026

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • The board members serve without compensation. The board members serve without compensation.
  • And I think that that's why we detailed it out that, one, the board, we believe that the board makeup
  • I mean, this bill establishes the board.
  • To set the rules of the road for this.
  • We're going to see some rules of the road.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body, you were called to peace and
  • But today, your word instructs us to allow the peace of Christ to rule our hearts.
  • Incline our thoughts and our focus on you, that we might submit to your rule and especially to receive
  • And may the peace of Christ rule in their hearts and through them bless the great state of Oklahoma,
  • University, and holds several professional credentials, including a license as a psychologist in Oklahoma, board-certified
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/17/2026 - House Commerce

Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • I am a board member at Encore at Eastmark. I was a board member previously.
  • I am a board member at Encore at Eastmark. I was a board member previously.
  • I am a board member at Encore at Eastmark. I was a board member previously.
  • The goal here is to put guardrails in, some type of rules and rules of the road, if you will.
  • that golden rule is: he who has the gold makes the rules.
Summary: The committee heard and acted on several bills, mostly receiving due pass recommendations. HB 4020 would raise the maximum annual assessment on insurers that funds the Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions fraud unit from $1,050 to $1,350. The sponsor and an industry witness said the increase would support fraud investigations, and the bill passed 9-1 after a roll call vote; the transcript later included a correction stating HB 4020 passed 10-0 with one absent. HB 2255 would extend Arizona Teachers Academy scholarship eligibility for community college students from two academic years/four semesters to four academic years/eight semesters. Maricopa Community Colleges supported the bill, saying it would let community college teacher candidates complete bachelor’s degrees with the same funding available to university students. It passed unanimously. HB 2591, as amended, revised the definition and administration of registered apprenticeships to align with U.S. Department of Labor standards and add requirements such as written agreements, structured training, wage progression, and safety supervision; it also passed unanimously. HB 2680, as amended, narrowed and revised workers’ compensation fraud-related provisions, including insurance disclosure requirements and proof of coverage. Supporters from labor and construction groups said it would help combat premium fraud and protect honest contractors, while the sponsor said the amendment narrowed the bill to address concerns. It passed 10-1. HB 2979 modernized credit union law regarding bylaws, name changes, principal office changes, and certain powers; credit union representatives supported it as a regulatory update, and it passed 11-0. HB 2868 required manufactured-home/mobile-home installation license applicants and renewals to show insurance and fingerprint clearance, and to allow the Department of Housing to set experience, exam, and enforcement rules; it passed 8-1 with two present. The committee also approved a strike-everything amendment to HB 2429 on short-term rentals, allowing local governments to regulate overnight occupancy, extending the violation window for suspending a license from 12 to 24 months, and allowing suspension after certain building code violations. The sponsor and city/county representatives described it as a compromise that restores some local control, while short-term rental advocates and neighborhood groups said it was a step forward but still too limited; the bill passed 8-2 with one present. HB 4011, without the proposed amendment, codified HOA duties to act reasonably and fairly in enforcing rules, and after testimony from attorneys, homeowners, and HOA advocates describing abusive enforcement and the need for clearer standards, it passed 11-0. HB 2397, as amended, required more complete HOA disclosure information to buyers and escrow agents, with supporters saying it would prevent surprise assessments and defects and critics warning some language was still broad; it passed 11-0. Finally, HB 4026 would change a public infrastructure reimbursement program for advanced manufacturing by replacing a $200 million total cap with a $75 million annual cap and adding website-posting requirements for agreements; Queen Creek and economic development witnesses said it was needed to support major manufacturing projects and related infrastructure, and the bill was being discussed when the transcript ended.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Session (Part I) Aug 22nd, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • President, members of the Board.
  • In the El Paso trial court, a three-judge panel has already made a ruling on that.
  • President, pursuant to Senate Rule 7.12a, the printing rule, I move that the Senate order HB4 not printed
  • To Senate Rule 7.12a, the printing rule, I move that the Senate order HB4 not printed.
  • Under a general rule of privilege, yes, it would be.
Bills: SB 2, SB 5, SB 9, SB 7, SB 17, SB 4, HB4, HB1, HB3, HB20, HB22, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4, HB4, SB2, SB5
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Session (Part II) Aug 22nd, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • when we in the first called special session when we got up and I think we were kind of putting the rules
  • I suspect if you looked at any redistricting matter at state, House, State Board of Education, anything
  • When we laid out the rules on the first special session, I mentioned Mr. Kincaid.
  • Back when we were discussing the rules in the first special, we discussed your hiring of a law firm.
  • Alvarado, Bettencourt, Bardwell, Blanco, Campbell, Cook. 18 ayes, 11 nays, rules are suspended.
Bills: SB 2, SB 5, SB 9, SB 7, SB 17, SB 4, HB4, HB1, HB3, HB20, HB22, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4, HB4, SB2, SB5
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Session (Part III) Aug 22nd, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The rules are suspended. The Chair lays out on third reading. House Bill 4.
  • Supreme Court ruled in Allen v.
  • This redistricting special session is in line with the demands made by the board.
  • And a desire to work hard, they raised the saying: "Work hard, stay determined, play by the rules.
  • In this country, if people respect the rules, you'll be able to do anything."
Bills: SB 2, SB 5, SB 9, SB 7, SB 17, SB 4, HB4, HB1, HB3, HB20, HB22, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4, HB4, SB2, SB5
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select Aug 22nd, 2025

Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select

Transcript Highlights:
  • You know that we have a rule.
  • I don't know if I met the Megan rule of submitting written testimony by a certain hour.
  • Think about the golden rule: treat your neighbor as you would like to be treated.
  • rules.
  • Established standards: the Texas Water Development Board will adopt rules on operation, testing, equipment
Summary: The committee met in special session to hear a series of flood, preparedness, and youth-camp safety bills, with members repeatedly noting that many of the measures were intended as planning, warning, or authority-clarifying bills rather than direct spending bills. House Bill 254 would expand eligibility for the Rural Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program to include Kerr County and 18 other flood-affected counties by raising the GDP cap and lowering the poverty threshold; it drew no opposition and was left pending. House Bill 68 would direct a study of flood mitigation in flatland areas, especially in the Rio Grande Valley, to develop cost-effective drainage and infrastructure recommendations; local officials and advocates supported it, and it was also left pending. The committee then heard several youth camp bills tied to the recent Hill Country flooding. House Bill 75 would impose flood-aware building and site standards for youth camps near floodplains, and House Bill 71 would require camps and youth activity entities to submit emergency preparedness plans to TDEM, coordinate with local responders, and maintain readiness protocols; both bills were supported by safety advocates and camp representatives, and both were left pending. House Bill 171 would require campgrounds near flood-prone waters to give written flood-risk notice to campers and obtain signed acknowledgment; it was presented as informed consent and left pending. Testimony on these bills emphasized Camp Mystic and other recent flood tragedies, with some witnesses urging broader building-code and floodplain reforms. The committee also heard House Bill 117, which would let counties regulate impervious cover for flood mitigation in unincorporated areas. Supporters, including county officials, environmental groups, and residents, argued that rapid development in the Hill Country and other growing areas is worsening runoff and downstream flooding; opponents from the builders’ association said counties already have substantial authority and warned about overreach into rural property use. After extensive testimony, the bill was left pending. Senate Bill 18 would streamline permitting for certain flood control districts to repair dams and reservoirs and build small holding areas, and it was left pending after supportive testimony from Plum Creek Conservation District. Senate Bill 3 would create a state-backed outdoor flood warning siren program for identified flood-prone areas, funded through a grant program; witnesses generally supported it, though some cautioned that sirens are not sufficient by themselves and may not be heard indoors or in overnight storms. It too was left pending. The committee also began hearing House Bill 149 on public-safety radio interoperability, but the transcript cuts off before the bill’s full testimony or action is shown.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The nations that win the race in this area will ultimately rule the world.
  • I think you mentioned 'rule the world.'
  • And then also on the workers' comp, we did it across the board.
  • After Uri, only Texans will serve on the TWIA board. That's a novel idea.
  • I love the idea of y'all being from Texas if you're going to serve on a Texas board. I understand.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Business and Commerce May 13th, 2025

Business & Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • These can lead to lower levels of public participation and engagement in local government. rule to be
  • universities from this requirement as they are subject to their own and much more involved posting rules
  • will say as a side note I think one of the great changes that we made with the legislative budget board
  • just goes. to say that if you have a little series of solar tiles instead of the big panels, same rules
  • Currently the statute does not clearly define when their Rule period begins leading to uncertainty for
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • I did add three bills with a suspension of the 24-hour posting rule.
  • We see it primarily in our unlicensed group home and boarding home settings, but we have seen it in our
  • Typically, when we are called out, it's going to be in our boarding home and group home settings, but
  • staff, such as physicians, nurses, psychologists, and therapists, through their respective licensing boards
  • Individual savings across the board are significant.
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Business and Commerce May 13th, 2025

Business & Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • Would this apply to, or would it apply across the board to all construction?
  • Thus, for someone to claim relief, a court must have already ruled the person to be a victim of Angela
  • House Bill 1522 changes the posting rule to be 3 Senator Colehurst: business days before the scheduled
  • will say as a side note, I think one of the great changes that we made with the Legislative Budget Board
  • The board might change that proposed budget just like with LBB staff.