Video & Transcript Research : 'debates'
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FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Fiscal Policy Mar 13th, 2025
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, January 22, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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the leaders for morning hour debate the leaders for morning hour debate the - 5 minutes but in no event shall debate 5 minutes but in no event shall debate continue<00:05:54.919
- And I think my Republican colleagues owe it to us during this debate, the first time we are debating
- We’re trying to have a public policy debate, and the role of public emotion in public policy debates,
- when it comes to this policy debate when it comes to this policy debate because<05:15:05.440>
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Apr 30th, 2026 at 01:45 pm
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And you know, I really debated whether or not it was a walkout or a tailgate because it really seemed
- Senator Floyd debated, and to be honest, I did too, and she was fantastic.
- seeing none that concludes debate will the senate advise and consent to the executive nomination if
- Will there be debate? Seeing none, the vote will now occur.
- Will there be debate?
Bills:
HB1168
Keywords:
abortion, abortion-inducing drugs, medication abortion, mifepristone, misoprostol, methotrexate, pro-life, pro-choice, reproductive health, unborn child, trafficking, felony, contraception, pharmacist, pharmacy, Title 63, Oklahoma statutes, abortion pill, drug distribution, criminal penalty
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS House Floor - 15 April, 2026; 1:00 PM
Mississippi House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It is a debatable motion within very narrow limits, I believe.
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within <00:16:34.079>very It is a debatable motion within very It is - a debatable motion within very narrow<00:16:34.600>
limits, <00:16:34.959>I <00:16:35.040 - I'm not going to debate you I'm not going to debate you about what any community or county needs.
- I'm not trying to debate.
Keywords:
commendation, sports, team achievement, high school, state championship, suffrage, restoration of voting rights, conviction, probation, law-abiding citizen, congressional term limits, constitutional amendments, Article V, state resolution, political reform, Jackson State University, Veterans Memorial Stadium, economic growth, property tax, multi-purpose facility
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 27, 2026 - 03:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair: Is there debate on the bill? I hear there is a lot of buzz.
- Any debate on this hot bill? Chair: Representative Eskamani?
- Chair: Members, we are in debate.
- Vice Chair Fabricio: Members, we are in debate. Members in debate, Representative Skidmore. Rep.
- Chair, and thank you for all the comments and opinions and debate.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Informational interview with Rep. Matt Norris (DFL-Blaine) Jan 6th, 2026
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Yes, we can vigorously debate the issues, but we should never demean people or suggest that, you know
- I think it's a robust debate that we need to have.
- Yes, we can vigorously debate opponents.
- Yes, we can vigorously debate the<00:01:49.439>
issues, <00:01:50.159>but <00:01:50.399> - Um, we need debate that we need to have.
Summary:
The interview focused on the lawmaker’s emphasis on bipartisanship and civility, which he said has become even more important amid recent political violence in Minnesota and nationally. He described the civic pledge he signed with Republican Senator Michael Kun as part of a broader responsibility for elected officials and citizens to lower the temperature, debate issues vigorously without demeaning opponents, and preserve basic human dignity.
He was also asked about gun violence and said Minnesota should continue a robust debate on possible policy changes after recent shootings, including the Annunciation school shooting. He pointed to steps already taken, such as expanded use of the red flag law and enhanced background checks, but said the public expects action and that the current status quo is unacceptable.
The discussion then turned to several policy priorities for the 2026 session. He highlighted concerns about private equity buying manufactured home parks and sharply raising lot rents, which he said can force residents to choose between leaving their homes or cutting back on essentials. He also discussed a bill to stop pet shops from selling cats and dogs sourced from puppy mills, while allowing existing shops to continue only if they can show responsible sourcing.
On fraud prevention, he said he plans to revisit a bill to create an independent inspector general office, along with a proposal to strengthen the Medicaid fraud control unit and other preventive measures. He also said he hopes to advance a bill licensing art therapy as a profession in Minnesota, framing it as a consumer protection and mental health issue. No votes or formal committee actions were taken in the interview.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Public Works and Highways (10/14/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- fall, just for everybody in the audience who's not familiar with how we do this, but they will be debated
- I mean, they'll be as so they could be debated on the House floor, just for everybody's information.
- with how we do this, but they<00:16:21.920>
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Summary:
The House Public Works and Highways Committee met in work session on HB 100 and HB 561, with brief housekeeping remarks at the start noting a new committee member, Representative Charlie Foot, and the departure of committee assistant Karen Davis. The chair also referenced upcoming discussion of the 10-year transportation plan and warned that the gas hearings and related funding changes would affect communities.
HB 100 would prohibit the Department of Transportation from using state funds for planning, construction, operation, or management of new passenger rail projects. Members raised concerns that the bill needed more work and might have unintended effects on private and tourist rail operations, including the Cog Railway and other tourism railways. Several speakers said the issue should be studied further rather than acted on immediately.
HB 561 concerns the transfer of state-owned real property, specifically requiring approval from municipal legislative bodies before transferring state-owned class one or two highways. Multiple members supported an interim study, saying the bill is tied to broader questions about the 10-year plan, road funding, municipal partnership, and the possibility that the state may eventually need to turn highways over to towns. Concerns were also raised about specific road situations such as Continental Boulevard and the need to understand current practices before making changes.
In executive session, the committee voted 16-0, with two members absent, to send both HB 100 and HB 561 to interim study and place them on the consent calendar. The chair then explained that the bills would be revisited next fall and could later be debated on the House floor. The committee then adjourned.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Press Conference: Media Availability on Senate Resolution 15 - 03/27/25
Transcript Highlights:
- [Music] [Music] We've just wrapped up a couple of hours of debate.
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of um and that we wouldn't see the kind of um and that we wouldn't see the kind of debate - that occurred on the floor today debate that occurred on the floor today we're<00:02:44.239>
going - next week it's important to us debate next week it's important to us that<00:02:47.640>
we <00 - Senator Murphy said it's the Republicans who prolonged the debate today, and this could have been done
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Pre-K - 12 Education Mar 11th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Is there any debate on the bill? Any debate on the bill seeing none.
- Thank you very much, Senator Jones, any further debate. Senator Osgood. >> Thank.
- Thank you so much, Senator Osgood, any other debate? >> Seeing no other debate.
- Is there any debate on the bill?
- Is there any further debate?
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, July 15, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- But in no event shall debate continue beyond 11:50 a.m.
- The chair will morning hour debate.
- But in no event shall debate 5 minutes.
- At the purpose of debate. Section five.
- One hour of debate equally except one.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Senate Floor Session - Part 1 - 05/18/25
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Under the rules, we are to debate what is before the body.
- from the majority earlier in this debate from the majority earlier in this debate that<01:04:51.920
- <02:10:17.119>
And only to the question under debate. - And only to the question under debate.
- debate before this<02:18:46.160>
body.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Children and Family Law (01/13/2026)
Children and Family Law
Transcript Highlights:
- This is a much debated concept.
- Um, and this is a much debate debated<01:14:47.920>
concept. - >> We're not debating. >> I'm sorry. >> We're not debating. >> No, I wasn't.
- >> We're not debating. >> I'm sorry. >> We're not debating. >> No, I wasn't.
- >> We're not debating. >> I'm sorry. >> We're not debating. >> No, I wasn't.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
House Chamber - Fri Apr 11, 2025, 12:00PM HST - Day 49
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- c> and Specific link between climate change and public health, and I think we should keep the debate
- the good representative from Hawaii Kai was here, he would say that we should have a full, robust debate
- here on the house floor extensive debate here on the house floor which<00:46:52.240>
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on continue to have extensive debate on continue to have extensive debate on - <00:59:07.920>
the motion and we are not debating the motion and we are not debating the merits
NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
New York State Senate Session - 05/27/2026
New York Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- My understanding is there will be debate on this bill.
- >> I'M NOT GOING TO DEBATE THAT ABSOLUTELY.
- Your side's two-hour debate limit is still going on.
- Seeing and hearing none, the debate is closed.
- WALCZYK HERKIMER TAX HIKE AFTER THAT DEBATE.
Summary:
The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and an invocation, then approved the prior day’s Journal and moved into motions, resolutions, and budget-related business. Senator Gianaris called up Senate Print 5898A for reconsideration; the Senate voted 59 ayes to restore the bill to the third reading calendar. Several amendments were also received on third-reading bills, and the Finance Committee was called into session while the chamber proceeded with resolutions.
The Senate adopted Resolution J.2106 recognizing Second Chance Month and the mental health impacts of incarceration, with Senator Brisport speaking in support and a guest from the community recognized in the chamber. The body also adopted Resolution J.1492 designating May 27, 2026, as Taiwan Heritage Day, with remarks from Senators Sepúlveda, Stavisky, and Liu highlighting Taiwanese contributions to New York and expressing support for Taiwan amid current geopolitical tensions. The Finance Committee then reported several budget bills, including Senate Prints 9003D, 9004D, 9007C, and 9009C, which were moved to third reading.
The remainder of the session focused on the supplemental and controversial budget calendars, especially tax and spending provisions. Senators debated the “Protecting Our Wallets” energy rebate, with supporters describing it as a one-time check for eligible taxpayers and critics arguing it was too small and not tied directly to utility bills; the chamber accepted the message of necessity and laid the bills aside. Members also debated extensions and changes to tax provisions affecting corporations, alternative fuel exemptions, Broadway and theatrical production tax credits, charitable deductions for certain 501(c)(3)s, nicotine pouch taxes, a new New York City pied-à-terre tax, and a standardbred horse-racing testing fee. Several senators criticized the budget as raising costs or favoring certain industries, while supporters defended the measures as revenue-raising, affordability, or public-health policies. No final votes on the controversial budget bills are shown in the excerpt beyond procedural rulings, adoption of the resolution calendar, and acceptance of committee reports.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, May 21, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- All time for debate has expired.
- knows exactly what this debate is over. knows exactly what this debate is over.
- should they ever watch watch this debate should they ever watch this<03:48:11.840>
debate <03: - We had fun debating there as well.
- All time for debate has now expired.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- This is not an abstract policy debate for our teachers and school employees.
- And I don't want to re-debate your bill, but it's listed.
- And I'm not in here to debate this bill again for Health and Welfare.
- And I'm not in here to debate this bill again for Health and Welfare.
- I believe that we have actually had a real thorough debate on this bill.
Summary:
The House Appropriations Committee met on May 26, 2026, and first took up Senate Bill 433, which would provide Medicaid coverage for certain weight-loss medications. After adopting a House amendment adding customary subject-to-appropriation language, the committee heard from LDH Secretary Bruce Greenstein, who said the state currently spends about $240 million a year on GLP-1 drugs for Medicaid patients with obesity and certain other conditions, and that the bill would let the department expand coverage gradually while controlling costs and negotiating better pricing. Members spoke in strong support, and SB 433 was reported favorable as amended.
The committee then considered Senate Bill 157, which creates paid parental leave for eligible public K-12 educators and staff. An amendment was adopted to adjust fund language and make the bill proper for Appropriations. Senator Jenkins and supporters, including the Louisiana Federation of Teachers, described the bill as providing six weeks of paid leave for birth, adoption, fostering, and related family-building events, while members discussed whether medical leave should also be included and confirmed the leave applies to fathers as well. The bill drew broad support and was reported favorable as amended.
Senate Bill 250, requiring the Office of Group Benefits to offer a comprehensive weight management plan with employees paying the full premium and medication costs, was briefly discussed and reported favorable without objection. The committee then spent considerable time on Senate Bill 237, a child welfare measure from Senator Barrow that would expand notification, access, and investigative procedures for the Child Ombudsman and DCFS, including child-on-child sexual abuse cases and multidisciplinary fatality reviews. Members and agency officials debated the fiscal note, with estimates ranging from about $525,000 to $3.2 million and disagreement over whether some costs were already covered or could be absorbed; after a roll call, the bill passed 10-9 and was reported favorable as amended.
Finally, the committee began Senate Bill 155, which requires insurance coverage for medically necessary dental care tied to cancer treatment. Senator Talbot and medical and cancer advocacy witnesses said the bill would remove a barrier to timely chemotherapy or radiation and could prevent more expensive complications later. Members expressed support and discussed a relatively small fiscal note, but the transcript cuts off before final action on the bill.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 28, 2026 - 03:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Seeing none, is there debate on the amendment?
- Debate on the amendment.
- Remember, debates for debate. You're recognized for a question. Thank you, Madam Chair.
- Members, we are in debate. Representative Edmonds, you are recognized.
- I'm "Or if you're recognized in debate. Thank you, Madam Chair.
Summary:
The Pre-K through 12 Budget Subcommittee took up CS for House Bill 1071, a broad education package described by the sponsor as updating transparency, parental rights, student safety, early learning accountability, scholarship oversight, and instructional program rules. The committee adopted two amendments without objection: one clarifying that Title I funds may be used for STEM programs, and another removing a prior provision related to canine dogs on school grounds. Members then questioned the bill’s provisions on student records transfers, instructional materials adoption and removal, educational emergency authority for low-performing schools, health education and a fetal development video, student-led organizations, FHSAA board language, lab schools, and rulemaking authority. The sponsor repeatedly said the bill was intended to improve accountability, keep education dollars focused on students, and give districts flexibility, while also noting that some issues would be addressed through future rulemaking or later amendments.
Public testimony was overwhelmingly opposed. Many speakers argued the bill was an omnibus measure that bundled unrelated policies together, making it hard for families and educators to understand or meaningfully comment on it. Opponents also said it would increase school-law enforcement coordination, chill immigrant and mixed-status families’ participation, restrict DEI-related and student-led organizations, and impose controversial health and embryology content on students. Supporters, including the Christian Family Coalition and Florida Citizens Alliance, backed the fetal development video and the bill’s parental rights and funding restrictions, saying the content should be medically accurate and that schools should not fund political advocacy. Several speakers urged the committee to break the bill into separate measures.
In debate, some members praised the sponsor’s responsiveness but said they would vote no because of constituent concerns, especially around DEI, the fetal development video, and local control. Others supported the bill, emphasizing rulemaking, educational emergency flexibility, EpiPen access, early learning changes, and evidence-based math instruction. The sponsor closed by reiterating support for the bill as amended, saying the law enforcement provision had been removed, the embryology content would be opt-out with posted materials, state funds should not support political advocacy, and the bill would help with safety, accountability, and student outcomes. The committee then voted on the bill after debate, with the sponsor indicating support and members stating their positions during closing discussion.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, July 2, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- This bill allows for one hour of debate.
- know, I've been listening to this debate know, I've been listening to this debate and<02:48:33.760
- I do per is for the purpose of debate.
- The gentle the gentle lady has debate.
- that we are here debating this trash. that we are here debating this trash.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
FULL INTERVIEW: Lowering Energy Costs Through Innovation | Senator Nick Frentz May 29th, 2026
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- an increased demand, Senator, and that takes me to something that came up when the bill was being debated
- And then one of the things that's not as well understood and I hope to bring to the floor debate and
- on the floor, something that debated on the floor, something that would<00:03:23.000>
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and <00:04:18.600>just to bring to the floor debate and just to bring - to the floor debate and just remind<00:04:19.160>
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Summary:
The interview focused on Minnesota’s clean energy policy, energy affordability, and the state’s path toward its 100% clean electricity goal. The senator said Minnesota’s clean energy reputation comes from environmental concern, job creation, and lower long-term costs, noting that wind is now the lowest-cost generation source and that solar costs have fallen sharply. He said rising electricity demand has led to some increased coal use, but argued the state can still meet its 2040 clean energy target through continued renewable buildout, permitting reform, conservation, and demand response.
A major topic was data centers. The senator emphasized both concerns and benefits, saying hyperscale data centers can bring substantial construction jobs, property tax revenue, and, under the 2025 law, payments to low-income energy assistance. He cited the Pine Island Google data center as air-cooled, with no water concerns, and said it will pay $5 million annually while funding 1,600 MW of wind, solar, and battery resources at its own expense. He also said Xcel’s filing projected a $1.1 billion ratepayer savings over 10 years, while urging the public to weigh both pros and cons, especially around water use and local tax impacts.
The discussion also covered nuclear power and climate costs. The senator said the Senate has passed a nuclear study three years in a row and expects it to advance, while the moratorium on new nuclear plants remains tied to the Prairie Island Indian Community and unresolved nuclear waste storage. He argued Minnesota likely cannot reach its emissions goals without nuclear in the mix, though he acknowledged current nuclear is not cost-competitive and said future advanced or small modular nuclear could change that. On affordability, he pointed to climate-driven costs such as higher homeowners insurance and storm damage, and described Senate energy omnibus provisions including conservation, plug-in solar, and renewable development account projects such as a Como Zoo clean energy project. No votes were taken in the interview itself, but the senator referenced the recently announced budget deal and said he still needed to negotiate a renewable development account agreement between the House and Senate.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Press Conference: Media Availability - 04/23/26
Transcript Highlights:
- I have got to admit that I am not paying close enough attention to the House floor debate to understand
- what they're debating there, but I'm hearing loud and clear.
- c> close enough attention to the house close enough attention to the house floor<00:07:34.240>
debate - to understand what they're floor debate to understand what they're debating<00:07:35.960>
there - there um but I'm hearing loud debating there um but I'm hearing loud and<00:07:37.480>
clear < - there um but I'm hearing loud debating there um but I'm hearing loud and<00:07:37.480>
Summary:
Senate leaders said they were in the final weeks of session, moving long days of floor and finance work focused on priorities they described as affecting Minnesotans’ cost of living, safety, and security. They said next week would bring major packages to the floor, including public safety, health and human services, Metro Surge, and a gun violence package, while negotiations continued with House leaders and the administration. They also highlighted a human services bill from Sen. John Hoffman as the final item completed that day.
A major topic was the Senate’s response to H.R. 1, which leaders said would require about $1 billion in state budget adjustments to avoid federal penalties and Medicaid losses. They said the proposal would address federal compliance issues, support hospitals such as HCMC and other distressed providers through uncompensated care funding, and include food support for SNAP-related needs, food shelves, food grants, and prepared food. They also emphasized system modernization, especially IT upgrades, as both an implementation and anti-fraud measure.
Leaders said several items appeared to have bipartisan support, including HCMC relief, the Office of the Inspector General, bonding, and IT modernization. They said they were arranging a meeting with House and Senate leaders and the governor to work through bonding differences, but noted that IT modernization and HCMC were unlikely to be financed through general obligation bonds this year. They also said the Senate would take up a bill on prediction markets after Sen. Klein’s recent platform suspension, describing the issue as a violation of platform rules and saying the chamber may need updated rules or statutes. In response to a question about an elections bill provision, they said the measure reaffirmed that a president should serve only two terms and that the language had moved through the normal committee process.