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MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 3/17/26

Commerce Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • The first amendment that you have in your packets is the A2 amendment, which is the Heintzeman amendment
  • The A10 amendment. I will move the A10 amendment.
  • The A10 amendment. I will move the A10 amendment.
  • Um, our next amendment that we have is the A5 amendment.
  • Members, questions on the oral amendment to the A2 amendment. conform to the oral amendment that was
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

WAM DEFER, WAM-CPN, WAM Public Hearings 03-03-2026

Ways and Means

Transcript Highlights:
  • Recommendation is to pass with amendments. Recommendation is to pass un amended.
  • Seeing none passing with amendments. Seeing none passing with amendments.
  • Thank you. substantive amendments. substantive amendments.
  • with amendments. Chair votes I. with amendments. Chair votes I.
  • Next item: Senate Bill 3029. amendments. Adopt amendment from do tax amendments.
Summary: The joint committee on Ways and Means and Consumer Protection met for decision-making only on two agendas and took action on a large number of Senate bills, with no oral testimony heard. On the 1016 agenda, the committee recommended passage of measures including SB 2088, SB 2925, SB 2781, and several others, and passed a number of bills with amendments. Notable amendments included SB 3263, which adopted AG amendments related to the name, image, and likeness endowment trust fund; SB 2047 on pharmacy benefit managers, which incorporated Hawaii Pharmacist Association changes; SB 2087 on health insurance, which added Insurance Division clarifications; SB 2100 on pesticides, which added a blank appropriation; SB 2353 on outdoor signage, which removed provisions related to the Wiki special district; and SB 2902 on renewable energy, which clarified certification standards for portable solar devices and exempted them from certain disclosure requirements. Most recommendations were adopted without objection, though a few members noted reservations on selected bills. The committee also deferred one bill on the agenda, SB 3327. The committee then moved to the 1015 agenda and acted on additional measures. SB 2003 was passed with amendments tied to Act 255, including a repeal trigger if deadlines are missed; SB 2497 on utility-related transparency drew the most discussion, with one member warning about litigation and costs while another argued it was simply about electricity-rate transparency, and it ultimately passed with PUC-related amendments and an exemption for utility cooperatives. Other measures were passed unamended or with technical or fiscal amendments, including bills affecting land planning, tax credits, conveyance tax language, shoreline maintenance, and community improvement projects. Several bills had appropriations blanked or effective dates deferred to 2050, and many were adopted with members noting reservations rather than opposition. On the 1017 agenda, the committee continued approving measures, including SB 709 on crisis intervention officers and assisted community treatment, SB 2153 on defining bona fide farmer/agriculture activity, SB 2694 on water rate adjustments, SB 3025 on income eligibility limits, and SB 3085 on the Hawaii film studio, which included a five-year repeal provision if the studio has not relocated. The committee also passed numerous other bills unamended or with technical amendments, often deferring effective dates or blanking appropriations. Across both agendas, the committee’s actions were largely consistent: bills were advanced with amendments tailored to agency requests, technical corrections, or fiscal adjustments, and votes were generally unanimous or near-unanimous with occasional reservations recorded.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee 3/2/26

Transportation Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • an author's amendment here. an author's amendment here.
  • amendment in my packet. amendment in my packet.
  • on the amendment. on the amendment.
  • And it local to central back to local.
  • To the A2 amendment.
Summary: The committee first approved the minutes from February 25, 2026, and the chair noted the absence of Representative Katie Jones due to the birth of her baby. The chair also acknowledged that the committee would be discussing difficult topics related to the June 14 killing of Mark and Melissa Hortman and Gilbert. The main business began with House File 3418, which Chair Tabke moved for possible inclusion in a future omnibus bill, and the committee adopted the A1 author’s amendment. The bill was described as a pedestrian safety measure prompted by a fatal Moorhead crash involving a young boy; it would create an opt-in program for communities to use pre-made traffic safety templates, with the state covering 80% of project costs to speed implementation of measures like lane narrowing, rumble strips, and bollards. A Moorhead testifier said the city could have acted faster with such funding, and members generally supported the goal while raising concerns about overlap with existing Safe Routes to School and active transportation programs, the bill’s fiscal note, and how communities would be selected. MDOT testified that it already supports similar community demonstration projects and has funded about 30 such projects since 2019. HF 3418 was laid over. The committee then took up House File 3739, a memorial highway bill for Mark and Melissa Hortman. An A1 amendment to shift funding away from trunk highway funds and toward legislative budgets was moved but not adopted after members argued memorial signage should continue to be paid for with private funds, as in prior memorial highway designations. The bill author explained the memorial was intended to honor Melissa Hortman’s service and connection to Highway 610, and members discussed the length of the proposed memorial stretch and whether it should be narrowed to the area she represented. Several members supported the tribute but expressed concern about using public funds and about setting a precedent for future memorial highways. The committee indicated the bill would move on to Ways and Means with other issues still to be worked out.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/04/2026 - House Transportation & Infrastructure

Transportation & Infrastructure

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chair, there's one amendment I can explain.
  • one amendment I can explain please mr. chair the amendment in your name that dated February 2nd 2026
  • And the amendment, please. Mr.
  • There are some amendments that I would yield to, but... ...are some amendments that I would yield to,
  • So I think staff, we're going to tweak that with an amendment, a committee amendment, because the purpose
Summary: The committee first took up HB 2669, which would limit railroad train length to 8,500 feet on main and branch lines in Arizona. The sponsor and several supporters, including a Santa Cruz County fire captain and a BNSF engineer, argued that very long trains create public safety risks by blocking crossings, delaying EMS and fire response, and increasing the consequences of derailments involving hazardous materials. Union Pacific’s witness opposed the bill, saying train length does not cause derailments, that railroads already track crossings and train movement, and that shorter trains would increase congestion and delays. Members debated safety concerns versus interstate commerce and constitutional issues, then advanced the bill on a do-pass recommendation by roll call vote. The committee then considered HB 2369, as amended, which requires certain photo-enforcement citations to be signed by the presiding judge and allows electronic signatures. The sponsor said the bill was prompted by a Mesa issue involving about 40,000 citations that bore the wrong judge’s signature after a judge left the bench. A Mesa representative and a Paradise Valley court director testified that their photo-radar citations already include a judge’s signature, though the practice varies by court. Members discussed whether the requirement should apply only to photo enforcement, whether a designee should be allowed if a judge is unavailable, and whether the bill should be clarified further. The Martinez amendment was adopted, and the bill was returned with a do-pass recommendation. HB 2256, a technical cleanup measure for salvage auction dealers, was then approved. The bill allows a salvage auction dealer to obtain title to a vehicle abandoned after an insurance claim is denied or unpaid, and sets notice and title-release procedures; the amendment refined how an insurance company may request actions regarding a salvage vehicle and payment of storage fees. A CoPart representative said the change would streamline handling of total-loss vehicles when coverage is denied or the owner cannot be located. The committee adopted the amendment and gave the bill a do-pass recommendation. The committee also approved HCM 2007, which urges renaming sections of State Route 69 to honor veterans from five wars, after members discussed adding World War I to the memorial. HB 2772, which would place a pre-hospital medical care directive indicator on driver licenses or ID cards, generated extensive discussion about DNR/advance directive language, first-responder liability, good Samaritan protections, and whether the designation should be handled through a hospital-style advance directive instead. The sponsor said he was willing to work on amendments and broader stakeholder input, and the committee recessed and then held the bill for later consideration. Separately, HCR 2004, which would prohibit photo enforcement systems such as speed and red-light cameras if approved by voters, was heard with strong opposition from Scottsdale Police, who said photo enforcement reduces collisions and serious injuries and should remain a local decision; supporters argued the systems raise due process concerns and do not stop dangerous driving. The transcript ends during that debate, before a final committee action on the resolution.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/28/2026 - House Transportation & Infrastructure

Transportation & Infrastructure

Transcript Highlights:
  • for amendments is each Tuesday at noon.
  • So I'd be open to a COW amendment.
  • can bring to the floor as a COW amendment.
  • Carter for a floor amendment.
  • Chair, there's one amendment I can explain. Mr.
Summary: The committee heard a presentation from New Core Steel on its Arizona operations, emphasizing its Kingman facility, recycled-scrap steel production, high-paying jobs, safety improvements, veteran hiring, community investments, and support for infrastructure projects. Members asked about safety gains, expansion plans, scrap sources, and average pay. The company said it has invested heavily in Arizona and asked legislators to consider local steel and manufacturing when funding transportation and infrastructure projects. The committee then took up several bills. HB 2574 would delay ADOT enforcement of a traffic judgment while an appeal is pending; the sponsor and a witness said it would close a due-process gap, and it passed 7-0. HB 2057 would lower the fee for Arizona Centennial special plates for fleet vehicles to encourage more purchases supporting the Arizona Mining, Mineral, Natural Resource Education Museum; it also passed 7-0 after discussion about possibly expanding the concept to other specialty plates. HB 2109 would raise penalties for repeat distracted-driving violations and add an enhanced penalty when a violation results in a motorcycle crash. The sponsor and motorcycle advocates argued stronger fines are needed, but several members also wanted an education component; the committee agreed to work on a COW amendment and the bill passed 7-0. HB 2317, which would bar local governments from prohibiting cruising, drew strong testimony both for and against: supporters framed cruising as cultural and historical, while opponents from neighborhoods and law enforcement described congestion, blocked streets, sanitation issues, and safety concerns. The chair held the bill for further work. The committee also heard HB 2003, which would lower the age to get an instruction permit to 15 and extend permit periods and supervised-driving requirements; the sponsor and a motorcycle advocate said more supervised time would improve teen safety, while some members expressed concern about lowering the age and wanted to discuss changes before moving it forward.
AL

Alabama 2026 1st Special Session

Alabama House Ways and Means General Fund Jan 14th, 2026

Ways and Means General Fund

Transcript Highlights:
  • I believe you have an amendment. >> Yes, I have two amendments. >> The first amendment would replace.
  • Any questions on the amendment?
  • Any questions on the amendment?
  • Any questions on the amendment?
  • Any questions on the amendment?
Bills: HB66, HB79, HB95, HB145, HB66, HB79, HB95, HB145
AL

Alabama 2026 1st Special Session

Alabama House Ways and Means General Fund Committee Jan 14th, 2026

Ways and Means General Fund

Transcript Highlights:
  • I believe you have an amendment. Yes, I have two. Two amendments. Yes, sir.
  • I believe you have an amendment. Yes, I have two. Two amendments. Yes, sir.
  • I believe you have an amendment. >> Yes, I have two. >> Two amendments. >> Yes, sir.
  • Any questions on the amendment? amendment? amendment? >> Donnaally.
  • I have a motion on the amendment. I have a motion on the amendment.
Bills: HB66, HB79, HB95, HB145, HB66, HB79, HB95, HB145
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Betancourt moves that House Bill 2310 be recommended for the local non-contested.
  • We will not send that to the local non-contested. Thank you members.
  • Senator King moves that House Bill 5515 be recommended for the local and uncontested calendar.
  • House Bill 322 be recommended for the local and uncontested. Is there any objection?
  • Senator Betancourt moves that House Bill 1481 be committed to the local non-contested calendar.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • We will also consider a local unconsidered calendar after the layout. Of bills in committee.
  • Over time, these local advocacy groups united.
  • Senator Hinojosa moves that HB 1620 be recommended for the local uncontested calendar.
  • Senator Hinojosa moves that HB1610 be recommended for the local amendment for May 14, 2025.
  • Senator Hinojosa moves that HCR92 be recommended for the local and uncontested calendar.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • support from local leaders.
  • That's local.
  • Senator West moves that House Bill 1708 be recommended for local.
  • Senator West moves that House Bill 3135 be recommended for a local calendar.
  • That Senate Bill 876 be recommended for a local uncontroversial calendar.
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Human Services Apr 22nd, 2025

Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • associated with this, uh, after talking with DFPS uh, previously, um, we're we're trying to make some amending
  • When determining the allocation of parental responsibilities, House Bill 1106 amends the Family Code
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Elections Apr 17th, 2025 at 10:04 am

Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • This is a safeguard to ensure local elections reflect the voice of local residents—those who pay local
  • taxes, attend local schools, and rely on local services.
  • The 24th Amendment was passed in 1964.
  • So again, this is just a safeguard to ensure that local elections reflect the voices of local residents
  • : those who pay local taxes, attend local schools, and rely on local services.
Summary: The committee first voted out two previously heard Senate bills without amendment: SB 688, relating to the date of the meeting of presidential electors, and SB 914, relating to authorizing certain cities to change the date of their general election for officers. Both motions passed on 8-0 votes with one member absent. The committee then heard HB 3909, which would change the current prohibition on wireless device use from a 100-foot boundary around a voting station to only inside the room where voting is taking place, with a committee substitute also adding state-prescribed signage. The author and supporters said the change would reduce confusion and make enforcement easier for election workers, while opponents argued the existing 100-foot rule helps prevent electioneering, recording, and possible technical interference with election equipment. The bill was left pending. Members also heard HB 1968, which would repeal a provision that requires counties to provide election services to certain political subdivisions in odd-numbered years but not even-numbered years, making county-provided election services consistent across years. Supporters said it would improve consistency for smaller cities and school districts, while opponents warned it could strain county equipment and staffing during heavy election cycles. The bill was left pending. HB 2279 would require voter registrars to remove a person from the rolls if the person swears under oath during jury service that they are not a U.S. citizen; supporters said this would streamline removal of ineligible voters, while opponents raised concerns about mistaken identity and loss of due process. The bill was left pending. Finally, the committee heard HB 2803, which would require a presiding judge to give a poll watcher a signed statement explaining any removal from service. Supporters said this would improve documentation and accountability, and one witness asked for clarification that improper removal would remain a criminal offense; the author said he would consider a floor amendment and further discussion. The committee also heard HB 4253, which would create a more uniform voter-roll maintenance process based on inactivity, sending confirmation notices to voters who have not voted in the prior 25 months and eventually removing those who do not respond after multiple election cycles. Supporters said it would clean up outdated records and help keep voters registered where they actually live, while opponents argued it could wrongly remove eligible voters who simply do not vote regularly. HB 4253 was left pending as well.
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Apr 8th, 2025

County and Municipal Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • know there is an amendment which is a friendly amendment.
  • And the amendment is Elliott, I. And the amendment is Elliott, I. And the amendment is adopted.
  • There is an amendment in your package that is an an amendment in your package that is an an amendment
  • your general thoughts on kind of local your general thoughts on kind of local local laws and and where
  • the amendment, it says to every local board of education in the county local board of education in the
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Delivery of Government Efficiency Apr 2nd, 2025

Delivery of Government Efficiency

Transcript Highlights:
  • , only the local police.
  • The normal process is to send it back to the local police.
  • The local police? That's what the chairman said in the theoretical statement.
  • Other times it might come in to a local officer or to the actual ranger himself.
  • , it's a local factor.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

House of Representatives May 31st, 2026

Louisiana House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • There were Senate committee amendments, Senate bureau amendments, as well as Senate floor amendments.
  • Any questions on the amendment? Any objections to the adoption of the amendment?
  • Any questions on the amendment? Any objections to the adoption of the amendment?
  • I think there's an amendment as well. Amendment, Madam Clerk?
  • Any questions on the amendment? Any objections to the amendment?
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • You want the second amendment to the amendment. We read the amendment to the amendment.
  • I moved to amend the amendment to the amendment one. Coreid, Mr.
  • Up later on the amendment as amended, so no question. Answer the amendment as amended be adopted.
  • The amendment to the amendment. Read the amendment to the amendment Mr.
  • Back on the amendment as amended. You have further explanations of the amendment as amended.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • Clerk, will read the amendment to the amendment. Mr.
  • Amendment submitted by Ford. Would you like to explain the amendment to the amendment?
  • Clerk, will read the amendment to the amend. Mr.
  • Amendment submitted by Ford. Recognized to explain the amendment to the amendment.
  • Clerk will read the amendment to the amendment. Mr.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • What you can do is hit up your local nonprofits and your local business leaders in and around Norman
  • I believe there's an amendment I'd like to Move amendment one. Clerk, will read.
  • Amendment submitted. bycaldwellreypresentativecaldwellrey you are recognized to explain your amendment
  • I'd like to move the2cond Amendment as well you repeat your request would like to move the ndd Amendment
  • clerk will read madam Speaker, I move to amend house Bill3974 page two section 1 lines for amendment