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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Permit to carry holders possession of firearms in Capitol Complex 3/5/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- know, you're—we're looking at this now when we're a tied legislature, and they're coming with gun control
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Summary:
The committee took up House File 3357, a bill to prohibit weapons on Minnesota State Capitol grounds, with exceptions for official protective personnel. The bill’s author and co-author argued it was needed to create a safer environment for legislators, staff, and the public in light of recent threats and violence, including the killing of Speaker Emerita Hortman and other threats directed at members. Supporters said the Capitol should be a place for discussion, not guns, and emphasized the emotional and safety concerns faced by lawmakers, especially women.
Opposition testimony came from the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus, which argued the bill would burden peaceable permit holders rather than violent criminals. Opponents said permit holders are highly vetted, commit crimes at very low rates, and should not be forced to choose between First and Second Amendment rights at the Capitol. Several Republican members echoed those concerns, saying the bill would create a confusing patchwork, fail to address threats outside the building, and infringe on lawful self-defense rights. One member also raised concerns about threats against legislators and questioned whether the bill’s assumptions about permit holders were supported by verifiable data.
The discussion became contentious at points over procedure and interruptions, with the chair reminding members about decorum and allowing a roll call vote after repeated requests. The committee then voted 6-7, with one excused, against the motion to re-refer the bill to Public Safety. As a result, the motion did not prevail and House File 3357 was laid over.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- This is net controlled foreign corporation-tested income.
- Necktie is the name that has been given to NCTI, which is net foreign-controlled tested income.
- I mean, I just can't let it run out of control. I get everything else. I'm fine with that.
- I just don't want it to get out of control.
- I can't remember which tax bill got out of control. We can eat this up.
Keywords:
corporate income tax, franchise tax, gross receipts tax, tax credit, tax deduction, controlled foreign corporation, CFC, bonus depreciation, interest expense, apportionment, unitary group, high-wage jobs tax credit, local journalism, news media, newspaper printer, physician incentive, health care workforce, affordable housing, multifamily housing, construction materials
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House/Senate DFL Media Availability 12/4/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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Summary:
House and Senate DFL leaders Erin Murphy and Zach Stevenson discussed Minnesota’s budget forecast, arguing that rising health care costs, federal policy changes under Trump and congressional Republicans, and cuts to health care, food support, and clean energy are worsening the state’s fiscal outlook and household affordability. They said the state’s economy remains strong but is being undermined by higher premiums, tariffs, canceled projects, and shifting costs to state and local governments, while Republicans are prioritizing tax cuts for the wealthy and large corporations over working families.
A major topic was fraud prevention and oversight. In response to questions, the leaders said every dollar of fraud is unacceptable, but that the budget forecast is not the right tool to measure it. They pointed to existing efforts, including BCA investigators, a governor-ordered and legislature-authorized audit, stronger laws passed in 2023-2025, and work on an independent inspector general proposal. They said the House DFL supports stronger anti-fraud measures and wants fraudsters held accountable, while also protecting services for vulnerable Minnesotans.
The leaders also defended prior DFL budget decisions, saying the 2023 legislative session ended with a $5 billion surplus and rejecting Republican claims that DFL spending drained the state’s coffers. They said Minnesota must still balance its budget, but that the structural deficit is being driven largely by rising medical assistance and health care costs, which they argued are tied to federal actions and broader health system instability. No votes were taken in this transcript; it was a press availability with questions and responses.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Economic and Rural Development Aug 12th, 2025
Economic & Rural Development & Policy Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- We've been controlled to set that standard and require all municipalities to follow it.
- It's this permitting control that is different.
- They conduct mock mission control missions and teach kids about space.
- Then there's legislation that comes back every year for rent control.
- So why would anyone build rentals when rent control comes up every single year?
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- short, it just constitutionally firm's or parent's inherent right to maintain the care, custody, and control
- Sandra Day O'Connor famously wrote that Quote, the interest of parents in the care, custody, and control
- . control of their children.
- Accordingly, the care, custody and control and nurture of the children. decide first in the parents,
- The right to exercise the care, custody, and control of one's child, and to make decisions decisions
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- beverages, edibles, and hemp-infused products in the state of Florida is the number for the poison control
- Number for the poison control hotline, and that's very important.
- We have seen, between 2023 and 2024, a 28% increase in calls to the poison control line, and that's just
- I know there's a lot of interest in adding the poison control number, but over-the-counter medications
- are the number one reason that poison control is called.
Summary:
The Committee on Agriculture heard a presentation from Florida FFA state officers Gabby Howell and Macy Jordan, who described FFA and agricultural education as a three-part model of classroom instruction, supervised agricultural experience, and leadership development. They highlighted FFA membership growth, Florida’s more than 60,000 members, industry certifications, and state funding that allows all agriculture education students to participate at no cost. Members praised the students and the organization’s role in developing future agricultural leaders.
The committee then took up SB 438, which would regulate hemp and hemp extract products, including THC-infused beverages, by adding testing, labeling, retail location, age, and event restrictions, along with penalties and $2 million for testing equipment. Senator Burton said the bill is intended to address public safety, prevent products with illegal THC levels from reaching consumers, and respond to the governor’s prior veto concerns, especially store location and regulation. An amendment clarifying final batch testing was adopted without objection.
Testimony was mixed. Supporters, including beverage distributors, law enforcement, and some hemp beverage businesses, backed regulation and said the bill would improve safety and clarity, though some asked for changes to avoid treating specialty beverage retailers like liquor stores. Opponents and some hemp industry representatives argued the bill was too restrictive, would hurt small businesses, and could push products into the black market; they also objected to THC limits, event restrictions, and the proposed regulatory structure. After debate, the committee voted 6-0 to report CS for SB 438 favorably.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, November 19, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Alcohol Beverage Control. Alcohol Beverage Control.
- The chair each will control 20 minutes.
- The chair now control 20 minutes.
- getting paid, air traffic controllers getting paid, air traffic controllers were<03:45:11.120>
- Republican majority to try to control Republican majority to try to control the<04:04:00.800>
- Republican majority to try to control Republican majority to try to control the<04:04:00.800>
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- So we’re trying to help you have control of your premise.
- So we’re trying to help you have control of your premise.
- So we’re trying to help you have control of your premise.
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to legislation restoring local control to legislation restoring local control
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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public - local control to set those requirements. local control to set those requirements.
- Thanks for bringing it. control, I really appreciate that being control, I really appreciate that being
- Um, I do, as Senator Dornink said, like the idea of there being this local control, but my concern is
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FL
Transcript Highlights:
- ; and natural resource projects, including flood control measures.
- I'm here today on behalf of Florida's local mosquito control programs.
- We only provide one service, and that's mosquito control.
- I represent a fire control special district. Thank you. Good evening, Senators.
- I represent a fire control special district located in a rapidly growing area.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Motion to take up HF5084, proposing an amendment to the Minnesota Constitution 5/13/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- be in control of your own life?
- be in control of your own life?
- Um, when we want to talk about control and who has control in this situation, there is no more local
- Um, when we want to talk about control and who has control in this situation, there is no more local
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than There is no better local control than There is no better local control
Summary:
The House debated Representative Long’s motion to suspend the rules so House File 5084 could be recalled from committee, given second and third readings, and brought to final passage. The bill was described by opponents as an extreme anti-abortion measure that would create a right to life from fertilization, potentially criminalize abortions except in narrow cases, and could affect IVF, miscarriage care, and treatment of adverse pregnancy outcomes. Supporters said the bill was about protecting unborn life and giving Minnesotans the chance to decide the issue themselves through the ballot box.
Several members spoke against the motion, arguing that Minnesota has already settled reproductive rights through court decisions and recent legislation, and warning that the bill would put government into deeply personal medical decisions. They cited stories from other states where women were investigated or arrested after miscarriages or self-managed abortions, and said the proposal could treat people as criminals for seeking reproductive care. One member emphasized that the bill could be especially dangerous in cases like ectopic pregnancy, where treatment delays could threaten the pregnant person’s life.
Members in favor of the bill framed the issue as one of conscience, democracy, and protection of human life from conception. They said every abortion is an act of violence against a distinct human being and argued that Minnesotans should be allowed to vote on the question. Some speakers also shared personal experiences with miscarriage, infertility, premature birth, or pregnancy loss to explain why they viewed the issue as morally serious and emotionally difficult.
The debate became broader and more partisan, with some members criticizing both sides for using the issue as a political weapon rather than focusing on legislative work. The transcript does not include the final vote result, but the motion was clearly under a roll call and the chamber proceeded with extended floor debate over House File 5084.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-03-11 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- That is the provision that already Control over decisions regarding the management of assets.
- Lucie County Mosquito Control District, St. Lucie County.
- Lucie County Mosquito Control District, St. Lucie County.
- House Bill 4037, a bill to be entitled an act relating to the Pasco County Mosquito Control District,
- A bill to be entitled and act relating to headwaters, water control, district.
Summary:
The Florida Senate convened with a quorum, opened with a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, and heard several member introductions recognizing guests, interns, public servants, and a resolution honoring Indiana University quarterback Fernando Mendoza for winning the Heisman Trophy. The chamber then moved to the special order calendar and took up a series of bills, with some measures temporarily postponed and others advanced after brief debate and, in several cases, substitution of House companions for Senate bills.
The first major bill passed was CS/CS/HB 355 on health care patient protection, which requires hospitals with emergency departments to have pediatric emergency care policies, training, equipment, and a designated pediatric coordinator; it passed 36-0. The Senate also passed CS/HB 1113 on public records, expanding confidentiality protections for victims and temporarily protecting the name of a law enforcement officer who becomes a victim in the line of duty; it passed 33-4. CS/CS/HB 1085 on local government cybersecurity was amended to place the program under the Florida Digital Service and to adjust grant timing, then passed 37-0. CS/CS/HB 925 on clerks of court passed 38-0 after amendments affecting revenue retention, legal notices, traffic citation distributions, and municipal fee sharing. CS/CS/HB 679 on trademark registration modernization and CS/CS/HB 589 on septic permit timing also passed unanimously.
The most extensive debate centered on CS/CS/HB 991 / SB 1334, an elections bill that would use Real ID data to verify citizenship, change voter ID rules, alter candidate qualifying requirements, and revise election administration procedures. Senators offered and debated numerous amendments on documentation fees, senior exemptions, human review versus automated systems, student and retirement-center IDs, and effective dates; most were defeated, though one amendment adding stock-trading disclosure language for candidates was adopted. The bill’s sponsor cited election-crimes reports and specific prosecutions involving non-citizens as justification for the measure, while opponents argued it could disenfranchise eligible voters, especially students and seniors. The transcript ends during continued questioning and debate on that elections bill, before final disposition is shown.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Agriculture, Veterans Broadband and Rural Development - 03/12/25
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
- We also manage biological control programs for noxious weeds, which is using insects to control weeds
- We also manage biological control programs for noxious weeds, which is using insects to control weeds
- We also manage biological control programs for noxious weeds, which is using insects to control weeds
- We also manage biological control programs for noxious weeds, which is using insects to control weeds
- We also manage biological control programs for noxious weeds, which is using insects to control weeds
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
HRE-WTL, TCA-WTL, WTL-AEN Public Hearings 02-12-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- animals through our Wildlife Control animals through our Wildlife Control permit<01:11:20.880>
- Are you guys coming out with biological control?
- Are you guys coming out with biological control?
- Are you guys coming out with biological control?
- Are you guys coming out with biological control?
Summary:
The joint committees first heard SB 1146, which would appropriate funds to the University of Hawaiʻi to develop an action plan and pre-engineering concept plan for debris management and water quality control in the Ala Wai Watershed. Testimony was largely supportive from DLNR, a UH student, and a special improvement district representative, while one speaker suggested the work should be coordinated with existing efforts to avoid duplication. Committee discussion focused on the multi-jurisdictional nature of the watershed, existing debris-trap work that captures only about 20 to 30 percent of debris, the role of the university in capstone projects and recommendations, and the relationship to the existing Geni project and other community efforts. Members also asked about costs, tracking progress, and the difference between water-quality improvements and the larger debris problem.
The committees then voted to pass SB 1146 with amendments, including blanking out the appropriation and deferring the effective date to July 31, 2050. The motion passed in both committees, with votes recorded in support and no opposition noted during the decision-making.
The committees also heard SB 321, which would deem certain fee simple privately owned lands transferred to adjacent property owners or community associations if specified conditions are met. Testimony was in support from several individuals, but members raised concerns about the lack of input from counties and the state, and about how the bill might affect roads already used by the public or maintained by local governments. After discussion, the committees voted to advance SB 321 unamended to the next committees, with the measure adopted in both committees despite one recorded no vote in the Water and Land committee.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- This bill would deny a community the ability... ...to provide a reasonable direction and control on some
- dam maintenance. and repair, or control of Carrizo Cane along the international border with Mexico.
- And it's essentially the agency working through contractors to control cane stands along the border to
- Major program administered by the agency is the flood control dam program, which is separated into two
- Texas relies on the 2038 flood control dams to protect lives and property. scattered across the state
Keywords:
food production, property owners' association, home gardening, cottage food, urban agriculture, livestock, community standards, renewable energy, ethanol, biodiesel, incentives, agriculture, grants, honey production, beekeeping, food safety, local regulation, energy efficiency, tax exemption, residential properties
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Judiciary (04/09/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- saying that there aren't other controls saying that there aren't other controls in<01:50:53.920>
- Most Disease Control, which is the CDC.
- do you have that would control for that?
- controls do you have that would control controls do you have that would control for<03:52:21.760
- control of what that chatbot is saying. control of what that chatbot is saying.
Summary:
The House Judiciary Committee opened a hearing on Senate Bill 146, which would remove the requirement that a medical examiner physically view a body before issuing a cremation certificate. The prime sponsor, Sen. Suprentice, and Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Jenny Duval explained that the bill would not change the death certificate process or the existing waiting period before cremation; it would only eliminate the in-person viewing step. They said the current review of death certificates already catches the vast majority of cases that should be reported to the medical examiner, and that the physical view changes outcomes in less than 1% of cremation cases.
The witnesses emphasized that the bill is intended to improve efficiency and reduce delays for families and funeral homes, while freeing deputy medical examiners to focus on homicides, suicides, accidents, and unexpected natural deaths. Dr. Duval cited an example where review of a death certificate, not the body, uncovered a long-ago strangulation-related homicide, arguing that the key safeguard is review of records and cause of death, not the physical view. She also said the change would save travel time and some costs for the department.
Committee members asked about how death certificates list primary and contributing causes of death, whether the low percentage of findings means the current process has a deterrent effect, why cremation is treated differently from burial, and whether identification concerns are adequately addressed. The sponsors responded that identification is handled earlier by hospitals, families, and funeral directors, and that any questionable identification would already fall under medical examiner jurisdiction. They also said the bill would not alter the two-day cremation delay or other existing safeguards. No vote or final action was taken in the portion of the hearing provided.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Senate Committee on Health and Human Services Jul 7th, 2026
Health & Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- That data collection... ...or controlled substances.
- Controlled substances were 82,848, so it was flipped.
- We've not been able to control that in the product.
- The poison control calls went up.
- Give them more money and hire more officers to control this.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
State Committee Meeting - 2026-04-07
State Government Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- if a recommendation hasn't been implemented, that's a problem because it's related to an internal control
- Can you give a kind internal controls.
- Um and so, that's kind of been controls.
- over those reports because the prevailing view was that we should preserve the local control of the
- things and so much of internal control things and so much of internal control is<00:58:27.920>
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Senate Election Law and Municipal Affairs (05/13/2025)
Election Law and Municipal Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- And you always hear local control. Well, this actually gives local control. And the bar is 60%.
- And you always hear local control. Well, this actually gives local control. And the bar is 60%.
- And you always hear local control,<00:56:10.720>
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Regulating Artificial Intelligence / Legislation to Stop Dangerous Deepfakes Mar 16th, 2025
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It's seeking to create a framework and put controls in place in regards to law enforcement or government
- Now, the bill that you referenced is seeking to create a framework and put controls in place in regards
- in and put controls or limits in<00:18:05.480>
place <00:18:05.760>checks <00:18:06.039 - in place to protect civil those controls in place to protect civil liberties<00:18:23.200>
and - These are very serious conversations as we go forward in the decisions and controls we absolutely need