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MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Thirteen - Monday, February 2
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag. The chair now recognizes the majority leader from Greenfield.
- When he came home, he brought military discipline and leadership into law enforcement.
Summary:
The Missouri House met briefly with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then approved the House Journal for January 29, 2026 by roll call vote, 123-1. The chamber then moved through several points of personal privilege honoring the life and service of University City police officer Stephen Brian Jones, including a moment of silence, and remembering Geraldine Rose Barry Cunningham, a former Capitol employee and mother of a former colleague, also with a moment of silence. A member also wished his son a happy 19th birthday.
The House also recognized special guests, including the Ellsbury High School FFA chapter from Lincoln County and Catherine Rail, a new staff member in the St. Charles County office. During first reading, three bills were introduced: House Bill 3158 on driver’s licenses with penalty provisions, House Bill 3159 on legal services for undocumented minors, and House Bill 3160 on preliminary injunctions in judicial proceedings.
Announcements included upcoming meetings of the Ways and Means, Elections, Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs, and Rules-Administrative committees, as well as the next day’s FFA annual legislative day. Members were told to be prepared to consider House Committee Substitute for House Bill 1757 and House Committee Substitute for House Bills 1667 and 2294 upon return. The House then adjourned until 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- stand for the prayer by Reverend Doug Bland, and remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance of the Flag
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands
- And whereas, between 1987 and 1990, Justice Barak Irez served as a military advocate general legal officer
- Senate Bill 1365 is further referred to the Committee on Military Affairs and Border Security.
- Committee on Health and Human Services, having had under consideration SB 1331 relating to SNAP military
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Florida's proud to be the most military-friendly state, and we've worked hard to earn that designation
- Florida's proud to be the most military-friendly state, and we've worked hard to earn that designation
- activities at two different schools during the same school year unless the student relocates because of military
- conversations in that meeting about criminal acts, then I think that maybe that might set up a red flag
- We pledge allegiance to the flag in the Constitution, which protects unpopular speech and prohibits the
Bills:
S0002
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
Keywords:
retirement, Deferred Retirement Option Program, DROP, pension contributions, Special Risk Class, retirement benefits, cost-of-living adjustment, state officials, 999, senate, all
Summary:
The Judiciary Committee took up a long agenda of bills, including several claims bills and policy measures. It heard and approved, mostly unanimously, bills on curators of estates (SB 326, as amended), remedies under the Florida Civil Rights Act (SB 1096), a claim for Reginald Jackson against the City of Lakeland (SB 28), a DCF-related claim for L.E. (SB 6), trust administration reform (SB 786, as amended), a Broward County claim for the estate of a deceased minor (SB 18, as amended, 10-1), a DOT claim for the estate of Mark Legata (SB 26), veterans’ courts (CS/SB 50), extracurricular activities in public K-12 schools (CS/CS/SB 538, as amended), and pet sale protections for dogs and cats (SB 1004). The committee also considered the sovereign immunity claims bill (SB 1366), which was presented as a starting point for negotiations with the House and was reported favorably after testimony from local government, hospital, and school representatives who urged the Senate to hold to its current lower cap levels. The committee later approved a claims bill for the estate of Daniel Maudsley against DHSMV (SB 2). The meeting included repeated roll calls and favorable reports on each measure, with the only recorded no vote on SB 18 from Senator Osgood.
Several bills drew testimony from supporters and, in some cases, objections. SB 50 on veterans’ courts received broad support from veterans’ groups, criminal justice organizations, and community advocates who said it would expand problem-solving court options for veterans dealing with service-related issues. SB 538 on extracurricular activities drew support and opposition, and was amended to address home education eligibility, a school activity fee issue, technical conforming changes, and compensation for extracurricular sponsors. SB 1004 was presented as consumer protection legislation aimed at retail pet dealers, requiring disclosure of animal health records and financing terms and creating a private right of action for violations.
The committee also heard extensive testimony on SB 1178, which would create a foreign interference restriction and enforcement framework targeting foreign countries of concern and designated foreign terrorist organizations. Supporters described it as a national-security measure to limit foreign influence, protect critical infrastructure, and restrict gifts, contracts, and sister-city ties; the sponsor withdrew one amendment and the bill was reported favorably. Finally, SB 1632, dealing with ideologies inconsistent with American principles, prompted substantial questioning about due process, domestic terrorist organization designations, Sharia law references, student discipline, and notice procedures. The sponsor said the bill was intended to protect constitutional principles and target conduct rather than belief, but the transcript ends while public testimony on that bill is still underway.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- Federal law prohibits intimidating voters, prohibits anyone in the civil or military service of the United
- , which already says that no one can order, bring, or keep troops or armed persons in the civil, military
- that you can, no one can, you can't order, bring, or keep troops or armed persons in the civil, military
- When he is asking who is to enforce this prohibition of that military force that comes in, and you say
- Our sheriffs, our state police—we have local militaries there.
Committee:
Senate House Judiciary
Keywords:
medical malpractice, judgments, independent providers, insurance, personal assets, settlements, healthcare, healthcare privacy, electronic medical records, reproductive health, gender-affirming care, data protection, location tracking, confidentiality, SB30, induced abortion, abortion reporting, vital statistics, public health reporting, medical records
Summary:
The committee first heard SB 264, which would create state criminal and civil penalties for election interference, including stationing armed personnel at polling places or drop boxes, changing voter qualifications or election procedures contrary to state law, and obstructing or intimidating voters, poll workers, or election administrators. The sponsor and Secretary of State staff said the bill was a response to concerns about possible federal interference in New Mexico elections and was modeled largely on existing federal law, while also adding emergency-related provisions for counties affected by disasters. Support came from Common Cause, the League of Women Voters, and the Center for Public Policy; there was no opposition testimony. After questions about enforcement, federal conflict, and the role of local law enforcement, the committee passed SB 264 on a due-pass motion.
The committee then took up SB 261, a related bill revising firearm restrictions at polling places. The sponsor said the bill would remove most exemptions that had allowed firearms in or around polling locations, while preserving limited exceptions for election administrators to request law enforcement assistance and for certain rural or co-located law enforcement offices. Supporters, including the League of Women Voters, Common Cause, and the Center for Public Policy, argued that firearms at polls can intimidate voters and poll workers and that the bill would create clearer, safer rules. Opponents, including representatives of a rifle and pistol club, a county sheriff’s office, and the New Mexico Business Coalition, argued that concealed carry holders and officers should not be treated as threats, that the bill could create confusion or criminalize lawful conduct, and that law enforcement needs to remain armed to respond to emergencies and protect polling sites. Committee members debated constitutional tailoring, rural enforcement issues, and how the bill would interact with the earlier election-interference bill. The committee ultimately passed the Judiciary Committee substitute for SB 261 on a due-pass vote.
Finally, the committee heard SB 221, which would add a new crime and racketeering predicate for theft and misappropriation of petroleum products and oil and gas equipment. The sponsor, the Attorney General’s office, and industry and law enforcement witnesses said oilfield theft has become more organized and dangerous, causing environmental damage, safety hazards, lost production, and revenue losses, and that existing laws are not sufficient to address the conduct. An opponent questioned whether the conduct was already illegal and argued that the bill singled out one industry and could overcriminalize conduct already covered by other laws and regulations. After discussion about proportionality and whether the bill was necessary, the committee voted on the Judiciary Committee substitute and the motion failed on a tie vote, so SB 221 did not advance.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security Nov 18th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- So, ladies and gentlemen, the Committee on Military, Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security will
- So let's all please rise and cite the Pledge of Allegiance: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United
- We're also very passionate about military veterans.
- We're also very passionate about military veterans.
- We have over 1,000 military veterans at Blue, ranging across the board from active, transitioning, and
Summary:
The committee on Military, Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security met with a quorum present and heard a series of presentations focused on Florida’s space and aerospace industry. Blue Origin’s Anna Spencer described the company’s Florida operations at Rocket Park, including New Glenn manufacturing and launch activities, Blue Moon lunar lander work, workforce development, and recent booster recovery and launch milestones. Amazon’s Beth Cooley presented an update on Amazon Leo (formerly Project Kuiper), outlining the satellite broadband network, customer terminals, dark skies mitigation efforts, Florida facilities and jobs, and launch plans; members asked about RV/mobile applications, satellite counts, and the role of fiber, but no action was taken. Starcatcher Industries CEO Andrew Rush then described his company’s effort to create an orbital energy grid that beams power to satellites to extend mission life and increase available power, citing demonstrations in Jacksonville and Cape Canaveral and plans for a first satellite launch next year.
Space Florida CEO Rob Long gave a strategic update on the state’s aerospace sector, citing billions in private investment, hundreds of projects in the pipeline, the leverage of state spaceport funding, workforce and university programs, and the need for additional tools and infrastructure to keep Florida competitive. He emphasized growth in launch activity, manufacturing, research, and military support infrastructure, and said Space Florida would bring forward legislative proposals. Kennedy Space Center Director Janet Petro delivered the strongest policy message of the meeting, warning that KSC’s aging infrastructure and relatively smaller NASA budget share could cause Florida to lose aerospace leadership to states like Texas unless the state strengthens its partnership, research investment, and infrastructure support. Members questioned her about federal restrictions on commercial investment in common-use infrastructure, the need for more state-federal alignment, and how Florida can preserve its role as the launch capital of the world. After the presentations and questions, Senator Burgess moved to adjourn, there was no objection, and the committee adjourned.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Paul Lawrence, of Virginia, to be Deputy Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Feb 19th, 2025 at 08:30 am
Senate Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Lawrence was raised in an Army family and is an Army veteran who knows firsthand what military service
- And they could flag potential ethics conflicts to the Office of Government Ethics.
- During my tenure in the military, I graduated from the Army's Airborne School, earned the meritorious
- I grew up in a military family. My dad spent a lot of time in the VA. We've got a lot of good VAs.
- There are more tribal members that serve in the military than the ratio of their population.
Committee:
Senate Senate Veterans' Affairs
Keywords:
veterans affairs, VA modernization, employee layoffs, mental health, suicide prevention, transparency, senate committee, bipartisan support, oversight
Summary:
The meeting involved detailed discussions on various veterans' issues, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) amidst a backdrop of significant staffing changes. Members expressed deep concerns over the recent layoffs of over 1,000 VA employees, emphasizing the crucial nature of these positions in the context of mental health support for veterans, particularly amid rising suicide rates. Senators articulated the need for transparency and effective communication between the VA and Congress to avoid further breakdowns in services. The session also spotlighted the ongoing modernization of VA systems and the urgent need to streamline processes to benefit veterans effectively.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- to our military and overseas voters in a secure way, where they can receive their balloting materials
- Thank you very much, ma'am. funding for a military and overseas mail ballot delivery system so that we
- I know Tex Tribune had an article this week about citizens being flagged. How did that happen?
- The massive wagers placed on military actions in Iran and Venezuela, et cetera.
- Witness: Only the bare minimum—military and people who absolutely cannot make it to the polls.
Committee:
House Elections
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands
- House Bill 1078 by Joint Budget, an act for the Department of Military appropriation for the 2026-2027
- House Bill 1083 by Joint Budget, an act for the Department of Military reappropriation.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Pledge of Allegiance: 'I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic
- Major Lakey's duties included dealing with issues such as military justice, the law of war, rules of
- engagement, government... ...such as military justice, the law of war, rules of engagement, employment
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development Apr 10th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- requires crane owners to follow all FDOT required safety protocols during transport, including signage, flags
- United States Naval Academy and United States Military Academy by Senator Burgess.
- gonna put a little more energy and emphasis into this one because we're creating the United States Military
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Chronic absenteeism is often a red flag for deeper issues.
- My question would be: I know it says if you enter into the military...
- If they enter into the military, they’re threatened.
Committee:
House S/C on Juvenile Justice
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session 5/12/26 - Part 2
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Nine of 10 of the most deadly shootings were committed with military-style assault weapons.
- </c><00:54:35.120><c> And</c> military-style assault weapons. And military-style assault weapons.
- </c><01:08:14.560><c> assault</c> semi-automatic military-style assault semi-automatic military-style
- vote, which includes provisions that have been in every committee in this body, strengthening red flag
- vote, which includes provisions that have been in every committee in this body, strengthening red flag
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the censorship industrial complex. Mar 25th, 2025 at 01:00 pm
Constitution Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- So it should come as no surprise. that Jen Psaki boasted about flagging disinformation for Facebook,
- University of Washington's Center for an Informed Public Monitor... ...social media platforms, and flag
- provided funding to institutions that studied election disinformation and because the institutions flagged
- The government can encourage military enlistment without promoting criticism of speech.
- Sometimes they're actually flagging for the NGOs.
Committee:
Senate Constitution Subcommittee
Keywords:
censorship, First Amendment, social media, misinformation, free speech, government regulation, Big Tech, public discourse
Summary:
The meeting primarily focused on the implications of government involvement in censorship, particularly regarding social media platforms and compliance with misinformation standards. senators and witnesses discussed growing concerns over the influence of large tech companies, like Facebook and Google, in shaping public discourse and suppressing dissenting views. A significant part of the meeting included testimonies from various experts emphasizing the dangers of the 'censorship industrial complex'—a term used to describe the collaborative efforts between government entities and private organizations to control information flow. This collaboration is viewed as a violation of First Amendment rights, with calls for urgent legislative action to restore free speech protections.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, June 4, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I wanted to take a military training.
- The Nordonia High School girls flag football team is Ohio's first girls flag football state champion.
- ><c> action</c> Following the joint military action Following the joint military action against<04:38
- </c> 2% of GDT military spending from NATO. 2% of GDT military spending from NATO.
- </c> of their GDP in terms of military of their GDP in terms of military spending<09:29:40.160><c> and
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, February 10, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- , the military were present, the flag, the planes that flew over, and then the beautiful performance
- , the military were present, the planes that flew over, and then the beautiful performance by Bad Bunny
- The flag, the planes that flew over, and then the beautiful performance by Bad Bunny.
- They support military communications.
- THEY SUPPORT MILITARY COMMUNICATIONS.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Anthony Honey, and I'm here on behalf of our family to share the heartbreaking story of a decorated military
- funeral should have been a celebration of his life and his commitment to our nation, draped with a flag
- funeral should have been a celebration of his life and his commitment to our nation, draped with a flag
- continual medical education for first responders through physicians, and we train every branch of the military
- We work closely with physicians, first responders, military personnel, the FBI, and other health care
Committee:
Senate Health & Human Services
Keywords:
body donation, medical science, forensic science, willed body program, informed consent, boarding home, boarding home facility, adult care home, group home, assisted living, county reporting, municipal reporting, annual report, reasonable accommodation, fair housing, disability accommodation, local ordinance, permit requirement, Texas Health and Human Services Commission, HHSC
Summary:
The committee first heard Senate Bill 2480, which would clarify that the Texas Medical Board may collect license renewal surcharge fees from all licensees to fund the Texas Physician Health Program and related administrative costs. The bill author explained the funding fix was needed after prior language was found to allow surcharges only for physicians and physician assistants. Witnesses from the Texas Physician Health Program supported the measure and described the program’s confidential monitoring and treatment services; members asked about the fee amount, which was described as capped at $15 per two-year registration cycle. The bill was left pending.
The committee then took up Senate Bills 1406 and 2721, both authored by Senator Parker, addressing the handling of human remains by non-transplant anatomical donation organizations, willed body programs, and related facilities. Senator Parker and several witnesses described alleged abuses involving unclaimed bodies, consent problems, body leasing, hotel-based dissections, and mishandling of cremains, and argued for strict licensing, inspections, transparency, and criminal penalties. Supporters included families of deceased veterans and other relatives, a biomedical ethicist, the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops, and some public safety and hotel industry representatives who said legitimate training should continue but bad actors should be shut down. Opponents or cautious witnesses from accredited donation organizations and bioskills labs said they support stronger oversight but warned the bills could unintentionally disrupt legitimate medical education and urged clearer language and implementation of existing law. Both bills were left pending.
Senate Bill 1681, by Senator Menendez, would require counties and municipalities that regulate boarding homes to report facility standards and related information to the Health and Human Services Commission. The author said the bill is intended to improve state oversight of boarding homes that serve elderly and disabled residents and to address abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The bill was left pending after brief discussion.
After the testimony portion, the committee returned to voting on pending business and unanimously reported Senate Bills 527, 912, 1580, 1952, and 2032 to the Senate with recommendations that they do pass and be printed, and each was also recommended for the local and uncontested calendar. The committee also adopted a committee substitute for Senate Bill 407 and reported the substitute favorably, with six ayes and three nays. The committee then moved on to Senate Bill 500 as pending business.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement Committee Jun 24th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- My dad was a career military soldier. A lot of times it's used loosely.
- My dad was a career military soldier.
- flagged as well.
- One distinction I want to flag between this bill and ...about some of the practical issues with this
- One distinction I want to flag between this bill and AB 594, which was just referenced and flagged in
Summary:
The committee heard several bills focused on public safety, labor enforcement, pensions, and workplace safety. AB 1054 would create a voluntary DROP-style retirement option for CHP officers and Cal Fire firefighters to help retain experienced personnel; supporters said it would be cost-neutral and help staffing, while an opponent warned it could affect bond ratings and create pension risk. The bill passed the committee 4-0 and was sent to Appropriations. AB 2129, which would improve Cal Fire compensation to aid recruitment and retention, also passed 4-0 to Appropriations with support from firefighters and no opposition. AB 1383, a broader PEPRA-related measure lowering retirement age and adjusting compensation caps for public safety workers, drew extensive support from firefighters and peace officers and strong opposition from cities, counties, and other local government groups over long-term pension costs; after debate over fiscal impacts, it passed 4-0 to Appropriations.
The committee also considered AB 605 on refinery safe staffing during shutdowns, prompted by layoffs and reduced staffing at refineries such as Phillips 66 Wilmington. Supporters argued the bill would protect workers and nearby communities during refinery wind-downs, while petroleum and business groups said closures are not inevitable and opposed the bill’s premise. The bill passed 3-0 to Environmental Quality. AB 1859 would let joint labor-management committees access public works sites to help detect wage theft and safety violations; construction labor supporters backed it as an enforcement tool, while laborers, local governments, and builders raised concerns about duplication, property access, and project disruption. It passed 2-0 to Judiciary, on call.
The committee then heard AB 2321, a pilot program allowing county district attorneys in Alameda and Santa Clara to investigate workplace deaths, which supporters said would address Cal/OSHA’s backlog and weak enforcement; employers and safety practitioners opposed it, citing expertise, due process, and overlapping investigations. It passed 2-0 to Appropriations, on call. Finally, AB 2575 began testimony on healthcare AI guardrails, with the author and nurses arguing that AI should support, not replace, clinical judgment and that patient safety requires human oversight.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Senate Election Law and Municipal Affairs (02/11/2025)
Election Law and Municipal Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> the time there were a lot of red flags the time there were a lot of red flags around<00:15:40.160
- Do you think it when absentee is for our military?
- Do you think it when absentee is for our military?
- Do you think it when absentee is for our military?
- Do you think it when absentee is for our military?
Committee:
Senate Election Law and Municipal Affairs
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jun 11th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- this morning by Senator Reyes, after which please remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag
- Members, please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
- During his military career, he served as a noncommissioned officer and received numerous honors and commendations
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and handled several procedural matters, including referral of AB 686 to Rules, approval of motions to advance Budget and Fiscal Review Committee measures and adopt authors’ amendments, and requests to move AB 28 and AB 2539 to the inactive file. The chamber also confirmed two gubernatorial appointments: Maggie Hallahan to the Bodina Waterways Commission and Kansasaki to the Building Standards Commission.
On the floor, members took up two resolutions focused on public awareness and policy messaging. SCR 181 designated June 10 as Family Justice Center Day and highlighted the work of Family Justice Centers serving survivors of domestic violence, elder abuse, child abuse, and human trafficking; it passed 36-0. SR 112 declared June 14-20 as Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Awareness Week to encourage awareness, family health-history sharing, and early screening; it also passed unanimously. SJR 18, a resolution opposing the Citizens United decision and calling for limits on corporate influence and dark money in elections, generated extended debate over campaign finance, transparency, unions, nonprofits, and corporate political spending before passing 28-8.
The consent calendar was then adopted on a 35-0 vote. The session concluded with multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes, including Larry Mazzola, Sr., Steve Zaley, and James J. McClain, Sr., followed by announcements that the Senate would recess and reconvene on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 2 p.m.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jun 11th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- this morning by Senator Reyes, after which please remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag
- Members, please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
- During his military career, he served as a noncommissioned officer and received numerous honors and commendations