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TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Session Mar 12th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The offense is a felony if the depictions are of a computer-generated child. conviction if a depicted
  • 654 to visual material involving depictions of children, computer-generated children, or other persons
  • , prohibiting sexually explicit visual material involving depictions of children. computer-generated
  • Senate Bill 992. by which the Attorney General approves or denies approval of a state agency contract
  • Produced water is wastewater generated during oil and gas extraction and is most commonly disposed of
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

Senate in Session Mar 12th, 2025

Florida Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • THE PEOPLE OF FLORIDA.
  • THEIR NAMES ARE ANTONIO MATOS OF MONTICELLO, SPONSORED BY SENATOR SIMON; KNOX POWELL OF TALLAHASSEE,
  • OF THE NINTH.
  • I stand in support of this bill, and I encourage all of my colleagues to vote in favor of this bill.
  • Carlos Ray, General Counsel.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Appropriations Feb 9th, 2026 at 10:30 am

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • In the interest of time, I won't revisit the details of that.
  • the OSPI's calculations of school districts' general fund year-ending balance minimums, the prior state
  • In terms of OSPI impacts, this may slightly increase general fund state costs since OSPI would probably
  • the way that they are constructing their energy generation needs. ...grid reliability because of the
  • of one of the nonprofits.
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Jan 28th, 2026

County and Municipal Government

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  • governor of the state of Alabama.
  • ><c> of</c> director of the department of director of the department of transportation<00:29:16.640><
  • The chief of the state of Alabama.
  • </c> the basis of the uh of the legislation. the basis of the uh of the legislation.
  • all of this of all of this national<00:36:01.680><c> press.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Transportation, Highways and Public Works May 21st, 2026

Transportation, Highways & Public Works

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  • There's discretion: does it go to Office of Debt Recovery, or discretion does it go to the Attorney General
  • How much does the Attorney General charge? Office of Debt Recovery charges, what, 15%?
  • I think the Attorney General stuff— I think the Attorney General stuff, I mean, it was one of those things
  • of dollars of debt.
  • of this pileup of debt. ...their license and get their insurance is because of this pileup of debt.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • So that they can be the next generation of leaders in Kentucky.
  • A couple of our key capital projects: the General Assembly funded an expansion of our science center,
  • As I mentioned, the General Assembly funded a relocation of the College of Law in addition to the UK
  • But of that $528 million that we paid out in research, it actually generated $937 million of economic
  • </c><01:55:23.599><c> and</c> and understanding of the general ins and and understanding of the general
Summary: The meeting opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a roll call establishing a quorum. The committee then approved the prior meeting’s minutes. Members were reminded to silence cell phones, and the chair noted an informational item on capital plan amendments made by state agencies during the latest revision period before moving to university capital plan presentations. Eastern Kentucky University President David McFaden outlined EKU’s enrollment growth, strong Kentucky student retention, and signature programs in nursing, occupational therapy, criminal justice, education, manufacturing engineering, and aviation. EKU’s main capital priorities were a new health innovation project to support a proposed osteopathic medical program, including a $50 million escrow requirement until accreditation; a collaborative center for health innovation to address outdated health sciences facilities; a $5 million startup request for an air traffic control program; aircraft upgrades for the aviation fleet; and continued asset preservation funding. In response to questions, EKU said roughly 40% of the new health facility would be dedicated to the medical school, with shared simulation space for multiple health programs, and that aviation maintenance needs are currently being met through KCTCS partners but could be expanded if demand grows. KCTCS representatives then described the system’s scale and capital needs, noting service to 107,000 students, extensive dual credit and workforce training, and a network of 342 buildings across 70 campuses. They said prior legislative support, including $277 million in asset preservation and $90 million released for approved projects, had helped with safety, roofs, energy efficiency, and campus security. Their current priorities include about $30 million for systemwide safety and security upgrades, renovations tied to consolidation and footprint reduction under Senate Joint Resolution 179, and broader asset preservation needs estimated at roughly $300 million to $325 million. Members discussed the need to preserve and expand skilled trades training, and KCTCS said its plan includes construction trades and flexible, multiuse facilities that can adapt to changing workforce needs. No votes were taken beyond approval of the minutes, and the presentations concluded with questions and discussion only.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Interim Joint Committee on Local Government.(6-23-26)

Local Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • I can tell you right now General Coleman is in the process of vetting some health wellness programs that
  • I can tell you right now General Coleman is in the process of vetting some health wellness programs that
  • I can tell you right now General Coleman is in the process of vetting some health wellness programs that
  • I can tell you right now General Coleman is in the process of vetting some health wellness programs that
  • I can tell you right now General Coleman is in the process of vetting some health wellness programs that
Bills: HB339
HI
Transcript Highlights:
  • We have several of them.
  • by or under the control of the state or the county of Maui.
  • </c> control of the state or the county of control of the state or the county of Maui
  • </c> control of the state or the county of control of the state or the county of Maui.
  • </c> to the end of that agenda. to the end of that agenda.
Bills: HB2592
Summary: The Judiciary Committee met on several decision-making agendas and first considered HB 1696, which would lower the minimum age for commercial driving in-state from 19 to 18 and adjust qualifying criteria. The committee agreed to accept amendments, including changes suggested by the Operating Engineers Union, and voted unanimously to pass the bill with amendments. HB 2333, which would authorize airport special districts and increase penalties for certain aeronautics violations, was deferred after concerns were raised about treatment of people outside airport security perimeters. On the next agenda, the committee passed HB 1710 with technical amendments only. That bill would allow the State Historic Preservation Division to conduct phase reviews of certain private-property projects and revise concurrence deadlines. HB 1737, clarifying allowable agricultural district uses related to farm dwellings and farm employee housing, also passed with technical amendments only. HB 1823, dealing with coastal zone management and excluding certain state- or county-funded infrastructure projects in Lahaina from the definition of development, passed with amendments from the Attorney General’s office. The committee then took up HB 1897, an alternative dispute resolution measure for condominium-related disputes, including facilitated mediation, evaluative mediation, and binding arbitration. Despite noting broad opposition and a reservation from Senator Buenaventura, the committee adopted the measure and moved it forward as is. Finally, HB 2576, which streamlines background check requirements for health care facilities and workers, passed with amendments reflecting input from OHA, HAH, and DOH. The meeting concluded with notice of a later joint agenda and adjournment.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Legislative Session Day 28 (2-17-26)

Kentucky House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • , the approval of &gt;&gt; Next order of business, the approval of the<00:04:24.560><c> journal.
  • </c><00:24:11.360><c> minutes</c><00:24:11.679><c> of</c> a couple of minutes of a couple of minutes
  • of local indicators of implementation of local indicators of quality<00:32:12.480><c> which</c><00:32
  • The House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, citation of appreciation.
  • /c> he said um some of his some of his he said um some of his some of his quotes<00:50:27.760><c> and
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • What I'll just refer to them generally: the capped price of the contract was $8.5.
  • </c> as part of a of a combined sewer system. as part of a of a combined sewer system.
  • of an overview of kind of give you more of an overview of this<01:21:15.840><c> transaction.
  • , they will generate private equity through this syndication of what's called the 4% tax credit. bond
  • really being generated through the allocation of tax credits, but the only way you get the tax credit
Summary: The meeting began with routine business, including welcoming new committee member Senator Reginald Thomas, approving the minutes, and receiving a correspondence report on several information items. Those items included University of Kentucky research equipment funding, UK capital project funding using federal/private funds, debt issues from McGoffin County and Owen County school districts, lease modifications by the Division of Real Properties, asset preservation project revisions at Eastern Kentucky University and Northern Kentucky University, and Kentucky Communications Network Authority (KCNA) information on Kentucky Wired critical infrastructure. The main discussion focused on a dispute over the Kentucky Wired communication shelters, or “huts,” and related payments under KCNA’s agreement with Asellicom/Excel. Brad Kilby of Asellicom testified that KCNA had not paid for the huts, that Asellicom had not received the alleged $8 million or any later payment, and that Asellicom remained the legal owner. Committee members pressed him on whether payment had been received, whether anyone else might have received it, and whether the lawsuit or dispute resolution process clarified the issue. Kilby said no payment had been received and that the matter was part of ongoing litigation. KCNA Executive Director Doug Hendricks and General Counsel Adam Atkins then testified. They said a certified check for $8.5 million was mailed in July, based on the Finance and Administration Cabinet secretary’s determination that $8.5 million was due under the model procurement code, even though KCNA had initially requested about $12 million to cover a worst-case estimate. They said the contract allowed payment in full or in tranches, that the huts were completed and operational, and that KCNA had not received documentation supporting Asellicom’s higher $10.1 million claim. Members expressed frustration over the missing check and the broader implications for Kentucky Wired, and one member requested that the committee obtain all agency requests related to KCNA/Kentucky Wired since inception; the co-chairs said they would look into making that information available. No formal vote was taken on the dispute during the portion provided.
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Ways and Means Education Committee Apr 9th, 2025

Ways and Means Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • In the early grades, almost 70% of the kids attend these extra voluntary weeks of school.
  • And then by the end of last summer… By the end of last summer, we had 86%.
  • Um,... ...educators of the state of Alabama.
  • It's to inspire and train that next generation of bioscience workers that we so desperately need.
  • a lot of time with.
Bills: HB447, HB447
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • The project will consist of the installation of approximately 21,500 linear feet of 12-inch PVC water
  • The project will consist of the installation of approximately 21,500 linear feet of 12-inch PVC water
  • The project will consist of the installation of approximately 21,500 linear feet of 12-inch PVC water
  • The project will consist of the installation of approximately 21,500 linear feet of 12-inch PVC water
  • The project will consist of the installation of approximately 21,500 linear feet of 12-inch PVC water
Summary: The committee first handled informational reports on several bond and lease matters, including school district and board of education debt-service items, upcoming revenue bond issues in Henderson and Jessamine counties, and three advertised lease-space requests for state agencies. Members also reviewed prior lease transactions that had not been approved in November and December; the Finance and Administration Cabinet later canceled and rebid the Harlan County lease and moved ahead with the Perry County lease modification. Additional information items included a Kentucky Communications Network Authority quarterly capital projects report and Eastern Kentucky University asset preservation revisions. The committee then heard from Deputy State Budget Director Janice Thomas on four action items. She reported a $2.85 million USDA-funded renovation at Kentucky State University’s Betty White Building, a $294,000 increase for the Kentucky School for the Deaf’s Middleton Hall renovation, and a $6.1 million restricted-funds scope increase for the KCTCS Science Building Expansion in Elizabethtown. Members asked about how often the statutory 15% increase authority is used for school dormitory and cottage projects and about the competitiveness of construction bids; Thomas said bids are typically competitive but recent estimates have been difficult because of higher material and equipment costs. The committee approved the three action items unanimously and also received a no-action report on a $3.918 million Corrections project to repair and replace the KCIW kitchen drain line. Next, the Kentucky Infrastructure Authority presented seven loans and grants, all of which the committee approved unanimously. The package included sewer and water projects for Frankfort, Sturgis, Scottsville, Morganfield, Western Pulaski County Water District, and Springfield, plus an emergency $5.487 million Kentucky Waters grant for Eddyville after a catastrophic sewer plant failure and weather-related emergency declarations. The projects covered wastewater interceptor and treatment upgrades, sewer collection rehabilitation, water transmission main installation, and planning/design work, with loan terms ranging from five to 30 years and interest rates from 0.5% to 2.25%. Finally, the committee considered a $38.4 million Kentucky Housing Corporation conduit issuance for a 322-unit multifamily rental project in Jefferson County. A member asked how the committee participates in the transaction, and staff explained that it is a conduit issuance and not state debt. The committee then moved to approve the issuance.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

JDC Public Hearing 03-03-2026

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • imprisonment instead of just a term of imprisonment.
  • a term of imprisonment, indeterminate term of imprisonment.
  • </c> instead of just a term of imprisonment. instead of just a term of imprisonment.
  • ,</c> instead of a term of imprisonment, instead of a term of imprisonment, indeterminate<00:02:02.240
  • Department of Transportation for holders of commercial driver's licenses.
Summary: The Judiciary Committee met in decision-making only session and took up a long list of Senate bills, mostly advancing them with either no amendments or committee amendments. Early measures included SB 888, which bars smart household security device operators from sharing user data with law enforcement without consent or a warrant, and SB 2479, which allows certain defendants to seek reduced sentences based on family violence, dating violence, or child abuse history; both were adopted, with SB 2479 amended for technical and procedural changes. The committee also adopted SB 2489 on invasive species provisions in Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity leases, SB 2519 on Law Enforcement Standards Board deadlines, SB 2521 and SB 2527 on CDL-related exemptions and training/policies for emergency personnel, and SB 2575 on firearm-related mandatory minimum penalties, which was amended to clarify scope and set a far-future effective date. Several transportation and public safety bills were also approved. SB 2591 created a Waikiki refuse-collection pilot program; SB 2611 expanded criminal trespass rules for school premises to weekends and holidays, though one member raised concerns about use of school property as a park; SB 2665 required driver-license renewal applicants with recent citations to complete a road-safety course, later narrowed to moving violations only; SB 2667 restricted towing vehicles from far-left lanes; SB 2695 clarified crosswalk duties; SB 2697 prohibited driving on shoulders except in limited cases; and SB 2812 required driver testing on dangers posed by larger vehicles, with court-ordered timing for re-examination. Most of these measures passed unanimously or with one or more members recording no votes or reservations, but they were still adopted. The committee also advanced SB 2713 on restricting certain pesticide use near elderly care facilities, SB 2730 on warrantless arrest and detention factors for petty misdemeanors and violations, SB 2765 on condominium foreclosure rental income, SB 2795 on flag display rights in housing associations with health and safety carve-outs, SB 2797 on gift card fraud, SB 2806 on real estate listing restrictions, SB 2818 on boating and ocean recreation penalties, SB 2835 on liquor licensing and education funding, SB 2849 on public meeting notice requirements, SB 2851 on a deafness designation for vehicle registration, SB 2896 lowering the commercial driving age to 18, SB 2922 on cooperative association definitions, SB 2970 on state contracting conflicts involving relatives, SB 2972 on temporary Oahu spearing restrictions for certain fish, and SB 2973 on banning jug-line fishing. A few bills drew objections over breadth or penalties, especially the boating and fishing measures, but the committee still adopted the recommendations. SB 2751 on workers’ compensation prescription drug rules was deferred indefinitely, and the meeting ended with the chair noting upcoming joint and committee meetings for the next day.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session May 8th, 2025

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Rector General of the Department of North American Affairs, and Yvonne Shaw, Director General of TACO
  • state of Texas, whether it's the Attorney General or one of his people, access to...
  • Okay, Department of Agriculture, Office of the Attorney General, General Land Office, Public Utility
  • Hefner said, the word of the Attorney General.
  • Drafting of it was done in conjunction with the office of the Attorney General itself.
Bills: SB17, SB1569, SB2420, HB5138, HJR161, HB1937, HB3334, HB5444, HB5137, HB361, HB321, HB5447, HB464, HB678, HB2294, HB4172, HB3225, HB1769, HB5394, HB1837, HB1787, HB2271, HB2440, HB5134, HB5149, HB2151, HB2073, HB2186, HB2025, HB1936, HB1777, HB1663, HB 1306, HB 1290, HB1527, HB4802, HB3462, HB2963, HB2462, HB2560, HB644, HB2725, HB2621, HB2588, HB1443, HB1403, HB3032, HB1557, HB1664, HB2811, HB2088, HB2598, HB3062, HB3134, HB3940, HB4027, HB4097, HB4862, HB4170, HB4157, HB4205, HB4279, HB4377, HB4838, HB5424, HB5294, HB4870, HB4763, HB5639, HB4112, HB2275, HB1677, HB5014, HB3848, HB3797, HB3727, HB3709, HB3177, HB3057, HB4176, HB4202, HB2180, HB3528, HB3658, HCR76, HCR127, SB906, SB1229, SB855, SB703, SB1025, SB888, SB1119, SB1080, SB929, SB1355, SB2231, SB1877, SB1998, SB552, SB17, SB1569, SB2420, HB2697, HB3801, HB3488, HB3477, HB3466, HB3469, HB2594, HB2564, HB2298, HB5331, HB5646, HB5247, HB5323, HB4384, HB3896, HB4014, HB3627, HB3594, HB2524, HB510, HB561, HB 1181, HB3963, HB5111, HB2785, HB1661, HB200, HB1803, HB249, HB721, HB851, HB 1128, HB1904, HB30, HB1916, HB541, HB5560, HB3071, HB5627, HB5435, HB2688, HB3045, HB3483, HB4213, HB4226, HB783, HB175, HB4735, HB5155, HB5057, HB4813, HB5339, HB5196, HB5033, HB3486, HB4211, HB74, HB4730, HB4743, HB4463, HB4139, HB4752, HB4486, HB4437, HB4426, HB4396, HB4263, HB3487, HB3418, HB2266, HB2229, HB2189, HB5224, HB5195, HB3947, HB3358, HB3370, HB3745, HB3697, HB2001, HB1968, HB3371, HB3909, HB4944, HB2284, HB4506, HB3317, HB4166, HB3913, HB1768, HB4603, HB2494, HB3099, HJR138, HB133, HB3832, HB1988, HCR34, HB3421, HB3892, HB5138, HJR161, HB1937, HB3334, HB5444, HB5137, HB361, HB321, HB5447, HB464, HB678, HB2294, HB4172, HB3225, HB1769, HB5394, HB1837, HB1787, HB2271, HB2440, HB5134, HB5149, HB2151, HB2073, HB2186, HB2025, HB1936, HB1777, HB1663, HB 1306, HB 1290, HB1527, HB4802, HB3462, HB2963, HB2462, HB2560, HB644, HB2725, HB2621, HB2588, HB1443, HB1403, HB3032, HB1557, HB1664, HB2811, HB2088, HB2598, HB3062, HB3134, HB3940, HB4027, HB4097, HB4862, HB4170, HB4157, HB4205, HB4279, HB4377, HB4838, HB5424, HB5294, HB4870, HB4763, HB5639, HB4112, HB2275, HB1677, HB5014, HB3848, HB3797, HB3727, HB3709, HB3177, HB3057, HB4176, HB4202, HB2180, HB3528, HB3658, HCR76, HCR127
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Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, the following order of business will be followed today: prayer, pledge of allegiance, introduction
  • of doctor and nurse of the day, rection of previous day's journal, House and Senate bills and joint
  • He attended the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine.
  • that everybody will take a little bit of time to visit with them and answer some of their questions.
  • There's a lot of them that's not in the chamber, but there's a lot of them out in the halls looking for
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • of Doctor and Nurse of the Day, correction of previous day's journal, House and Senate bills, Members
  • of Doctor and Nurse of the Day, correction of previous day's journal, House and Senate bills and joint
  • He attended the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, class of 1970.
  • First of all, we have a bunch of nursing students and their faculty in the House today.
  • First of all, we have a bunch of nursing students and their faculty in the House today.
Summary: The House convened with a roll call, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance, then followed its regular order of business. The chamber also completed administrative items including correction/reassignment of measures and introductions of the Doctor of the Day, Dr. Lee Sheffler, and Nurse of the Day, Amanda Fisher. A special recognition was held for the 2025 Mustang Bronco 6A fast-pitch softball state champions, who were introduced in the chamber and gallery. Several members made announcements about committee and caucus meetings, including the Women’s Caucus, Native American Caucus, Rural Caucus, insurance committee, judicial criminal committee, public health, banking, business committee, and a devotional gathering. Members also welcomed nursing students and faculty, and a criminal justice program from Kiamichi Career Tech and McAlester. No legislation was debated or voted on in the transcript. At the end of the session, the floor leader moved to adjourn once the clerk’s desk was clear, and the House agreed without objection. The chamber adjourned until Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Boards, Agencies and Commissions Committee Feb 5th, 2025

Boards, Agencies and Commissions

Transcript Highlights:
  • Ever heard of the town of Ralph, Alabama? It's outside Tuscaloosa County.
  • may know of someone.
  • That's one of your...
  • And all those in favor of a favorable report of the substitute say aye.
  • Of the committee, this bill will have the continuance of the Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Interim Joint Committee on Local Government.(7-8-26)

Local Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • their home rule police powers, including the activity of large-scale solar energy generation.
  • Four, whether the Court of Appeals' interpretation of chapter 278 is consistent with the General Assembly's
  • Number four is whether the Court of Appeals' interpretation of chapter 278 is consistent with the General
  • Number four is whether the Court of Appeals' interpretation of chapter 278 is consistent with the General
  • Number four is whether the Court of Appeals' interpretation of chapter 278 is consistent with the General
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Standing Committee on Health Services (2-12-26)

Health Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c> of it. of it.
  • We've provided all of you all, and I encourage you to read this kind of a cheat sheet of some of the
  • All of us in the coalition, and many of you, have been aware of the chronic underfunding of our mental
  • of level of<00:47:00.319><c> treatment.
  • </c> savings of $144. savings of $144.