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NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Finance (03/17/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- This one prohibits the use of schools as shelter housing for a specific group: aliens who have not been
- We agree that HB 71 bans the use of schools and institutional facilities to shelter specified aliens
- We agree that HB 71 bans the use of schools and institutional facilities to shelter specified aliens
- We agree that HB 71 bans the use of schools and institutional facilities to shelter specified aliens
- use public facilities specific aliens use public facilities during<01:20:24.159><c> natural</c><01:20
Summary:
The House Finance Committee first took up a nongermane amendment to House Bill 71 that would require state vendors, through contract language, to comply with the New Hampshire Patient Bill of Rights. Representative Edwards said the amendment was revised after feedback from the hospital association and DHHS, applies only to new contracts or amendments, and includes a repeal date of November 30, 2026 so it would function only for the current budget cycle. John Williams of Legislative Affairs said the changes reflected work with DHHS procurement staff and with hospital stakeholders, including the removal of the term "addenda" in favor of "amendment" and clarification on prospective application. The committee did not vote on the amendment at that time, noting it would be attached later to HB 71.
The committee then moved into executive session and acted on several bills. HB 67, which converts a pilot program for accessible voting machines in local elections into a permanent program, was amended to remove a $100,000 appropriation and adjust dates; the amendment and the bill as amended both passed unanimously, 25-0, and the bill was suggested for the consent calendar. HB 111, extending the Right-to-Know Ombudsman position, was retained and slated to be incorporated into HB 2 after a unanimous 25-0 vote, with the ombudsman noting the office could expire July 1 if the budget were delayed. HB 164, creating a process for a publicly accessible website for local records retention and access, was also retained for HB 2 by a 25-0 vote because it carries an appropriation.
HB 216 was retained for further work because the committee could not get reliable cost information from the retirement system or the Labor Department; members said the fiscal note looked alarming, though the committee believed the actual cost might be near zero. HB 282, which raises the biennium cap on critical injury benefits for first responders from $500,000 to $1 million without increasing any individual benefit, was voted ought to pass 25-0 and will require a report. HB 619, dealing with solid waste issues and a possible self-funding accounting unit, was retained for HB 2 by a 25-0 vote. HB 650, an annual dedicated-funds cleanup bill that also caps a robotics fund at $1 million, passed ought to pass 25-0 and was placed on consent. Finally, HB 129, defining "evidence-based" in public education, was retained 25-0 while members continued working on language, and HB 133, concerning new resident driver’s license transfer requirements and DMV notices, drew a split policy discussion: the minority raised constitutional, administrative, and fiscal concerns, while the majority moved to retain it for HB 2 consideration.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Christie Martin, Coordinating Group on Alien Pest Species, CGAPS. Mahalo for the opportunity.
- Christie Martin, Coordinating Group on Alien Pest Species, CGAPS. Mahalo for the opportunity.
- reflecting the comments made by the Maui Invasive Species Committee and the Coordinating Group on Alien
- </c><00:10:26.480><c> Available</c> Group on Alien Pest Species.
- Available Group on Alien Pest Species.
Committee:
Senate Agriculture and Environment
Summary:
The AEN hearing on March 14, 2025 reviewed several agriculture, biosecurity, animal, and climate-related measures, but the chair announced at the outset that the committee would not have decision-making that day because quorum was not expected. Decision-making for the full agenda was rescheduled to Monday, March 17, 2025 at 1:02 p.m. in room 224. Testimony was limited to one minute per speaker.
Measures heard included HB 48 HD2 on coffee labeling and regional origin, HB 782 HD1 creating a Department of Agriculture working group to review obsolete agricultural laws, HB 980 HD1 on mongoose and feral chicken control, and HB 1237 HD1 appropriating funds for agricultural biosecurity and invasive species work in Maui County. The Department of Agriculture supported HB 48, HB 782, and HB 1237, and several industry and conservation groups testified in support of the first two. HB 980 drew strong opposition from Pono Advocacy and the Hawaiian Humane Society, who argued it raised animal cruelty and public health concerns, especially during H5N1 risks; the measure also had support from agriculture-related groups. HB 1237 received broad support, with witnesses asking for language changes to broaden coverage to additional invasive species and to better support Maui Invasive Species Committee work on little fire ants and other pests.
The committee also heard SCR 88/SR 71 on a microbial algae soil products pilot program, SCR 91/SR 74 on self-defense law changes for agricultural communities, SCR 93/SR 76 on integrating indigenous knowledge into climate policy, SCR 94/SR 77 on Maui axis deer control and venison, and SCR 103/SR 84 on a PFAS working group. Testimony on SCR 91/SR 74 came largely from ranching and agricultural interests in support, citing trespass, poaching, and safety concerns. SCR 93/SR 76 drew support from a Native Hawaiian testifier and others who emphasized stewardship, intergenerational planning, and climate resilience. SCR 94/SR 77 and SCR 103/SR 84 also received support, including from the Department of Agriculture and the Honolulu Board of Water Supply on the PFAS measure. No votes were taken.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Senate in Special Session A Jan 27th, 2025
Florida Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- replace, the federal government's responsibility to investigate, apprehend, and detain criminal illegal aliens
- replace the federal government's responsibility to investigate, apprehend, and detain criminal illegal aliens
- goal, in concert with the President, gives our communities more badges, more beds to hold criminal aliens
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with a prayer recognizing International Holocaust Remembrance Day, and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The Secretary then read Governor DeSantis’s proclamation calling the Legislature into special session from January 27 to January 31, 2025, limited to five subjects: combating illegal immigration, condominium regulation, agricultural relief after natural disasters, replenishing the My Safe Florida Home Program, and changes to the citizen initiative petition process.
The chamber read the filed bills within the call, including several Senate bills on illegal immigration and petition process issues, all referred to Fiscal Policy. A motion was adopted to send any bills filed outside the call to the Rules Committee to determine whether introduction was warranted. The Senate President then discussed President Trump’s immigration executive orders and said Florida would align with federal efforts while preserving the Legislature’s constitutional role.
He announced that Senator Gruters would sponsor legislation to implement Trump’s border and immigration plan, including funding to reimburse law enforcement costs and incentives to recruit more officers. He said the bill would be posted, referred to Appropriations later that day, and heard on the floor the next day. The session then adjourned sine die by motion without objection, with senators told the chamber would reconvene momentarily for the special session.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, February 6, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Millions more supported illegal aliens entering our country and promoting leftist gender ideology around
- </c> large source of our illegal alien large source of our illegal alien population<07:27:59.718><c>
- More and more illegal aliens are presenting themselves to immigration authorities and claiming asylum
- pay taxes well it's nice that aliens pay taxes well it's nice that illegal<07:32:03.280><c> aliens</
- We also passed the Laken Riley Act and the Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act.
Keywords:
committee, House of Representatives, ethics, government, House Resolution 117, H.Res. 117, HR117, committee assignment, committee chair, House Committee on Ethics, Ethics Committee, House ethics, member conduct, congressional ethics, House organization, internal resolution, Mr. Guest, standing committee, leadership appointment, tolling program
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Budget Bills Pass / Reflecting on the Session / What's Next for Senate Media Jun 15th, 2025
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- the spreadsheets themselves, there's hundreds of millions of dollars that go out for undocumented alien
- of our communities and our infrastructure across the state, or do we want to incentivize illegal aliens
- of dollars that go out<00:21:06.240><c> for</c><00:21:06.880><c> undocumented</c><00:21:07.840><c> alien
- </c> out for undocumented alien healthcare. out for undocumented alien healthcare.
- </c><00:21:36.720><c> coming</c><00:21:36.960><c> into</c> Incentivize illegal aliens coming into the
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Feb 12th, 2026 at 04:58 pm
New Mexico House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Alien. Alien who? Mr. Speaker, how many aliens do you know?
Bills:
HB111 , HB108 , HB145 , HB164 , HB291 , HJR6 , HR1 , HB63 , HB64 , HB165 , HB184 , HB200 , HB4 , HB7 , HB20 , HB65 , HB66 , HB80 , HB88 , HB96 , HB166 , HB285 , HB295 , HB306 , SB29 , SB37 , HJM2 , HJM3 , HJM1 , HM7 , HM17 , HM4 , HM22 , HM23 , HM24 , HM26 , HM2 , HM16 , HM32 , HM13 , HM47 , HM20 , HM51 , HM1 , HM31 , HM35 , HM36 , HM46 , HM53 , HM54 , HM11 , HM14 , HM21 , HM34 , HM50
Keywords:
water law, state engineer, civil penalty, compliance order, water rights, overdiversion, illegal diversion, groundwater storage and recovery, well license, permit violation, water enforcement, New Mexico water code, irrigation district, conservancy district, water diversion, unauthorized water sales, measuring device, district court appeal, water resources, water compliance
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Feb 12th, 2026
New Mexico House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Alien. Alien who? Mr. Speaker, how many aliens do you know?
Bills:
HB111 , HB108 , HB145 , HB164 , HB291 , HJR6 , HR1 , HB63 , HB64 , HB165 , HB184 , HB200 , HB4 , HB7 , HB20 , HB65 , HB66 , HB80 , HB88 , HB96 , HB166 , HB285 , HB295 , HB306 , SB29 , SB37 , HJM2 , HJM3 , HJM1 , HM7 , HM17 , HM4 , HM22 , HM23 , HM24 , HM26 , HM2 , HM16 , HM32 , HM13 , HM47 , HM20 , HM51 , HM1 , HM31 , HM35 , HM36 , HM46 , HM53 , HM54 , HM11 , HM14 , HM21 , HM34 , HM50
Summary:
The House resumed third reading after a brief evacuation caused by a fire alarm, which members later said was triggered by a faulty sensor in the print shop. The chamber then completed final passage on three bills. House Bill 111 passed 51-3 after debate in which a member from Lee objected that the bill’s language shifted the burden onto landowners and water right owners to prove innocence. House Bill 96, as amended, passed 61-0 after a friendly floor amendment added minority leader appointments to the proposed space commission working group and set the working group to dissolve on December 31, 2026. House Bill 108, as amended, passed 63-1; it made technical changes to soil and water conservation districts, including clarifying district definitions, director appointment procedures, and tax procedures.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Mar 3rd, 2026 at 10:30 am
Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight
Transcript Highlights:
- It says no alien or any person who is not a citizen of the United States or foreign government adversary
- So, how do you define a resident alien? Think about the question in the bill.
- The bill allows affirmative defense if you're a resident alien.
- They are resident aliens. This bill provides for an affirmative defense to the crime.
- this bill to where they're not going to provide the defense to say hey Your Honor, I am a resident alien
Bills:
HB1016 , HB1453 , HB1992 , HB2015 , HB2940 , HB2959 , HB2997 , HB3037 , HB3045 , HB3053 , HB3087 , HB3267 , HB3301 , HB3453 , HB3495 , HB3521 , HB3581 , HB3584 , HB3586 , HB3587 , HB3662 , HB3691 , HB3695 , HB3697 , HB3742 , HB3743 , HB3845 , HB4058 , HB4125 , HB4198 , HB4227 , HB4425
Committee:
House Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight
Keywords:
minors, content creation, trust account, compensation, civil action, digital content, Oklahoma statutes, foreign ownership, property rights, agricultural land, Attorney General, divestment, real estate, felony penalties, motor vehicles, towing services, combination vehicles, wrecker fees, possessory lien, landlord
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Transportation Jan 27th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- 1247, commercial—oh, I'm sorry, Senate Bill 86: Commercial Motor Vehicles Operated by Unauthorized Aliens
- Senate Bill 86, Commercial Motor Vehicles Operated by Unauthorized Aliens. Thank you very much, Mr.
- Last August, an illegal alien who could not understand road signs or traffic laws and did know how to
- Senate Bill 86 declares that the operation of a commercial vehicle by an unauthorized alien is an imminent
- Further, the bill provides that if a law enforcement officer encounters an illegal alien operating a
Summary:
The Senate Transportation Committee met and first considered SB 86, which would make it unlawful for unauthorized aliens to operate commercial motor vehicles in Florida. The sponsor described the bill as a highway safety measure, requiring lawful presence, a valid CDL, English proficiency, and the ability to communicate with law enforcement. The bill also provides for impoundment, custody transfer to federal authorities, a civil penalty on the motor carrier, and an out-of-service order. An amendment was adopted, public testimony included support from the Florida PBA, and the committee reported the bill favorably.
The committee then heard SB 706, which preempts naming of major commercial service airports to the state and would rename Palm Beach International Airport as Donald J. Trump International Airport. An amendment was adopted to make the change subject to FAA approval, a trademark agreement, and a reasonable implementation period for Palm Beach County. Palm Beach County representatives supported the measure and the amendment, and the committee reported the bill favorably.
Next, the committee approved SB 1670, a specialty license plate bill for the “outsider” plate, after adopting an amendment reducing the Huber Brothers Foundation’s share of proceeds from 25% to 10%. The committee also passed SB 1054, which increases penalties for traffic infractions that result in crashes involving red lights or stop signs, including higher fines, license suspensions, and a one-year bodily injury insurance requirement after injury-causing crashes. Testimony from law enforcement and advocacy groups supported the bill, and it was reported favorably.
Finally, the committee considered SB 422 on ADS-B aviation surveillance data. The bill would prohibit use of ADS-B data to calculate or collect landing-related fees, and an amendment narrowed the prohibition to fees tied to landings, touch-and-goes, or entering a fee-assessing airspace radius. Aviation groups, pilots, and airport officials offered extensive testimony, with supporters arguing the bill protects safety and prevents inaccurate or surprise billing, while airport representatives said they use the data for fee collection and operational purposes and wanted further changes. Despite those concerns, the committee reported the bill favorably. The meeting then adjourned.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- Homeland Security in December, the Trump administration had deported a staggering 605,000 illegal aliens
- Arehenius and Madele Zabbodny completed in 2016, researchers found that the number of newly arrived aliens
- It is a federal crime to hire an illegal alien to work.
- protect employers from discrimination lawsuits and from not violating federal law by hiring illegal aliens
Committee:
House Business
Keywords:
labor, e-verification, immigration, employers, employment eligibility, Department of Labor, penalties, funeral licensing, continuing education, Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association, professional development, licensing requirements, HB3660, natural organic reduction, human composting, soil reduction, green burial, funeral services, cremation, burial permit
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider S.28, to require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices, S.97, to require SelectUSA to coordinate with State-level economic development organizations to increase foreign d Mar 12th, 2025 at 08:30 am
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Massport, which housed illegal aliens at Logan Airport during the Biden years, refused to cooperate at
- With the operators of JFK and O'Hare Airports, both of whom also housed illegal aliens, Massport refused
- their money was going to pay for services at Logan, but instead financed a dormitory for illegal aliens
Bills:
SB244 , SB28 , SB289 , SB323 , SB389 , SB414 , SB428 , SB433 , SB582 , SB613 , SB759 , SB792 , SB841 , SB843 , SB97
Keywords:
national security, cybersecurity, consumer technology, routers, modems, study, communication, consumer protection, smart devices, transparency, internet-connected devices, FTC enforcement, lithium-ion batteries, battery safety, consumer product safety, CPSC, Consumer Product Safety Commission, e-bikes, electric bicycles, e-scooters
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held an important meeting where they discussed various bills aimed at addressing pressing issues like consumer protection, technology, and environmental management. Chairman Cruz opened the meeting by emphasizing the role of subpoenas in ensuring accountability and oversight, highlighting a recent compliance from several parties following such threats. The meeting progressed to consider several bills, including the Romance Scam Prevention Act championed by Senator Blackburn, which seeks to protect vulnerable populations from online dating scams that have resulted in enormous financial losses, particularly among seniors. The committee also nominated Michael Kratios for the Office of Science and Technology Policy and Mark Medder for the Federal Trade Commission, underscoring the significance of leadership in fostering innovation and consumer protection in technology sectors.
AL
Bills:
SB24 , SB83 , SB142 , SB140 , SB94 , SB24 , SB83 , SB142 , SB140 , SB94 , HB132 , HB37 , HB51 , HB105 , HB54 , HB7 , HB158 , HB188 , HB189 , HB111 , HB13 , HB192 , HB149 , HB132 , HB37 , HB51 , HB105 , HB54 , HB7 , HB158 , HB188 , HB189 , HB111 , HB13 , HB192 , HB149
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
Keywords:
body-worn camera, public records, law enforcement transparency, recording disclosure, civil rights, adult-size changing table, changing station, accessible restroom, public bathroom, public building, public entity, ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act, accessibility, restroom renovation, new construction, grant program, state grant, local government facilities, historic property
WV
West Virginia 2026 Regular Session
WV Senate Judiciary Committee in Session Mar 10th, 2026 at 03:04 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- And the reason why is because we do have approximately 30 million illegal aliens in this country, and
- And the reason why is because we do have approximately 30 million illegal aliens in this country.
- And the reason why is because we do have approximately 30 million illegal aliens in this country.
- way that it's written now, obviously if you knowingly and willfully hire someone who is an illegal alien
- I don't know how many of them were identified as illegal aliens through E-Verify, if any. Yeah.
Summary:
The committee first took up House Bill 4198, which would require employers to use E-Verify to confirm new hires’ work authorization and impose escalating penalties for violations, including warnings, debarment from state contracts, loss of business licenses, and other sanctions. Counsel and senators raised extensive drafting concerns, including circular language, conflicts with existing record-retention provisions, unclear references to “seeks to employ,” possible application to babysitters, lawn care, and other casual or household arrangements, and uncertainty about how the bill would work for employers who never actually complete a hire. The bill sponsor defended the measure as a way to strengthen compliance with existing law, protect employers who use E-Verify in good faith, and deter illegal hiring. After debate, a motion to table the bill failed on a roll call vote, 6 in favor and 10 opposed, and the chair then announced the bill would be sent to a subcommittee to be cleaned up, with instructions to resolve the drafting conflicts and other ambiguities.
The committee then turned to House Bill 4710, with an amendment, which would require a person to be registered with a political party or as an independent 210 days before filing a certificate of candidacy. Counsel explained that the change would lengthen the current 60-day requirement and would affect both party-switching and independent candidacies, making it harder for candidates to change affiliation shortly before an election. Senators asked about how the 210-day period would work relative to the primary and general election filing deadlines, and counsel clarified that it would be measured backward from the relevant filing dates. The discussion focused on the practical effect of the bill as a “sore loser” measure and on the timing rules for candidacy filings.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Financial Institutions Jan 21st, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Financial Institutions
Transcript Highlights:
- But I'm curious about your usage of the term "illegal alien" as opposed to "undocumented immigrant."
- But I'm curious about your usage of the term "illegal alien" as opposed to "undocumented immigrant."
- foreign remittance transfer unless the licensee has verified that the sender is not an unauthorized alien
- division confirmation of verification that the sender of a foreign transfer is not an unauthorized alien
- You’re going to alienate— In four years, you’re going to alienate people that are saving for college
Committee:
House Financial Institutions
Summary:
The committee first met in executive session and voted do pass on House Bill 2423 and House Bill 2473, each passing 13-0. It then moved to public hearing on House Joint Resolution 159, which would modernize the Missouri State Treasurer’s investment authority by allowing investment in high-rated municipal securities and other prudent instruments, subject to voter approval. Representative Thompson and Treasurer Vivek Malik argued the change would update outdated constitutional limits, improve returns, and still preserve safeguards through written investment policies, asset allocation plans, and legislative oversight. Some members questioned the seven-year maturity limit and the meaning of “reasonable and prudent” investments, while supporters said the proposal remained conservative and was intended to expand options without removing oversight. No vote was taken on the resolution in the hearing.
The committee then heard House Bill 2412, a foreign remittance bill sponsored by Representative Keithley. The bill would require money transmitters to verify the lawful immigration status of senders of foreign remittances, keep records for several years, and face penalties for noncompliance. Keithley and Treasurer Malik said the measure was meant to address illegal immigration, create a paper trail for enforcement, and reduce links to cartel activity and money laundering. Opponents from Remitly, the ACLU of Missouri, the Immigrant Justice Collaborative, and the Missouri Money Services Roundtable argued the bill was overbroad, would burden lawful users and businesses, raise privacy and data-security concerns, and could be difficult to implement because the bill did not clearly specify what documents would be required or how verification would work. Members also raised questions about interaction with federal banking laws, the Division of Finance’s role, and the 25% penalty. The hearing on HB 2412 closed without action.
Finally, the committee heard House Bill 2636, which would protect first-position lien status in certain mortgage modification situations by stating that amendments to a first deed of trust do not change its priority. Representative Owen and banking industry witnesses said the bill would reduce uncertainty and avoid repeated subordination agreements, and no opposition was presented. The committee then heard House Bill 2116, also by Representative Owen, which would limit Missouri’s 529 tax deduction to contributions made to Missouri’s own 529 plan rather than any state plan. Owen and Treasurer Malik said the change would keep tax incentives in-state, strengthen Missouri’s plan, and reduce the flow of deductions to out-of-state programs; members asked about savings, plan performance, and whether families would lose options. The hearing continued with testimony in support, and no vote was taken during the portion provided.
WV
West Virginia 2026 Regular Session
WV Senate Judiciary Committee in Session Mar 10th, 2026 at 03:04 pm
Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- And the reason why is because we do have approximately 30 million illegal aliens in this country.
- And the reason why is because we do have approximately 30 million illegal aliens in this country.
- And the reason why is because we do have approximately 30 million illegal aliens in this country.
- way that it’s written now, obviously if you knowingly and willfully hire someone who is an illegal alien
- I don't know how many of them were identified as illegal aliens through E-Verify, if any. Yeah.
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
AGR Public Hearing - Wed Feb 18, 2026 @ 9:30 AM HST
Agriculture & Food Systems
Transcript Highlights:
- Christy Martin, Coordinating Group on Alien Pest Species. We are in support of this bill.
- </c><00:07:27.360><c> pest</c> coordinating group on alien pest coordinating group on alien pest species
- </c><00:07:32.639><c> pest</c> coordinating group on alien pest coordinating group on alien pest species
- We have Christy Martin, coordinating group on alien pest species.
- Chair Chun, Christy Martin, coordinating group on alien pest species.
Keywords:
HB1952, Hawaii agriculture, University of Hawaii, CTAHR, College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience, Kauai, agricultural research station, extension station, capital improvements, general obligation bonds, GO bonds, appropriation, ADA compliance, Americans with Disabilities Act, certified kitchen, greenhouse, laboratory, field research, cesspool decommissioning, invasive species
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Balancing the Budget – Minority Leader Mark Johnson Jun 16th, 2025
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- ><c> that</c><00:05:18.800><c> go</c> Hundreds of millions of dollars that go out for undocumented alien
- Or do we want to incentivize illegal aliens coming into the state and offering them, you know, free healthcare
- Or do we want to incentivize illegal aliens coming into the state and offering them, you know, free healthcare
- Incentivize illegal aliens coming into the state and offering them, you know, free healthcare, free education
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- This is his HSI about the inadequate vetting of these special interest aliens that are apprehended on
- defensive barriers to deter and deny unlawful entry, employing advanced tools to repel would-be illegal aliens
- Since the launch of Operation Lone Star, this multi-agency effort has led to over 531,000 illegal alien
- We now work side by side with Border Patrol agents to stop illegal aliens from entering our country and
Committee:
Senate Border Security
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Border Security held its first hearing of the 89th legislative session, established a quorum, welcomed new and returning members, and adopted the committee rules without objection. The chair said the hearing would be limited to invited state agency witnesses and was intended as a status update for new members on current border operations, especially in light of the change in federal administration.
Testimony came from the Office of the Attorney General, Texas Department of Public Safety, and the Texas Military Department. The Attorney General’s representative said border-related litigation is largely in a holding pattern while the new U.S. Department of Justice awaits additional leadership, and noted prior cases involving concertina wire, buoys, and the CBP One app. DPS described Operation Lone Star’s evolution from filling gaps when Border Patrol was overwhelmed to current operations focused on interdiction, criminal arrests, fentanyl and meth seizures, and national security concerns, while also noting improved morale and more voluntary deployments as border pressure has eased. The Texas Military Department reported more than 5,000 personnel on state active duty, extensive use of barriers, drones, boats, and rapid-response forces, and said Operation Lone Star has resulted in more than 531,000 apprehensions and a 90% reduction in illegal crossings.
Members and witnesses discussed whether the state should maintain its current border-security footprint while federal policy settles, with the chair emphasizing preserving institutional knowledge and leaving tactical decisions to the governor. Questions also covered trooper fatigue, Border Patrol training under SB 602, and concerns about cartel-driven commercial trucking and fuel depots near the border. The committee heard that Border Patrol training with DPS has resumed, and the chair asked agencies to keep the Legislature informed as legal and operational circumstances change. No bills were heard and no votes were taken beyond adopting the committee rules.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
03/09/2026 - House Public Safety & Law Enforcement
Public Safety & Law Enforcement
Transcript Highlights:
- people witnessed a catastrophic breakdown of our borders, resulting in an estimated 11 million illegal aliens
- this mission by mandating the cooperation and transparency necessary to rid our streets of criminal aliens
- 1055's requirement of an immediate notification to federal authorities, when an unlawfully present alien
- This bill requires and allows law enforcement, once they arrest or apprehend an illegal alien, to make
- This bill requires and allows law enforcement, once they arrest or apprehend an illegal alien, to make
Committees:
House Public Safety & Law Enforcement , House House Public Safety & Law Enforcement Committee of Reference
Keywords:
corrections oversight, funding, state budget, criminal justice, reform, immigration enforcement, law enforcement, illegal aliens, state legislation, civil penalties, peace officer certification, police certification, law enforcement licensing, Arizona POST, peace officer standards and training, military police, veterans, honorably discharged, veteran hiring, abbreviated academy
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- 1247, commercial—oh, I'm sorry, Senate Bill 86: Commercial Motor Vehicles Operated by Unauthorized Aliens
- Senate Bill 86, Commercial Motor Vehicles Operated by Unauthorized Aliens. Thank you very much, Mr.
- Last August, an illegal alien who could not understand road signs or traffic laws and did know how to
- Senate Bill 86 declares that the operation of a commercial vehicle by an unauthorized alien is an imminent
- Further, the bill provides that if a law enforcement officer encounters an illegal alien operating a
Committee:
Senate Transportation
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Transportation met and considered several bills, beginning with CS/SB 86 on commercial motor vehicles operated by unauthorized aliens. The sponsor described the bill as a highway safety measure requiring commercial drivers to be lawfully present, hold a valid CDL, read English, and communicate with law enforcement, with vehicle impoundment, civil penalties, and out-of-service orders for violations. After questions about impacts on carriers and interstate operations, the committee adopted an amendment and reported the bill favorably, with one no vote.
The committee then heard CS/SB 706, which would preempt naming of major commercial service airports to the state and rename Palm Beach International Airport as Donald J. Trump International Airport. An amendment added FAA approval, trademark authorization, and a flexible implementation period for Palm Beach County; county representatives supported the amendment and bill. The committee also approved CS/SB 1670 on the Outsider specialty license plate after an amendment reduced the Huber Brothers Foundation’s share of proceeds from 25% to 10%.
Next, the committee considered CS/SB 1054, dealing with traffic infractions resulting in crashes with another vehicle. The bill would impose escalating fines and license suspensions for crashes caused by running red lights or stop signs, and require bodily injury insurance for a year when injury results. A clarifying amendment limited the insurance requirement to one year, and the bill was reported favorably after supportive testimony from law enforcement and advocacy groups. The final major bill was CS/SB 422 on automated dependent surveillance broadcast (ADS-B) data; it would bar use of ADS-B information to calculate or collect certain landing-related fees. Supporters argued the technology should remain focused on aviation safety and warned against false invoices and discouraging pilot training, while airport representatives said they currently use the data for fee collection and wanted further discussion. After an amendment narrowing the bill’s application, the committee reported CS/SB 422 favorably. The meeting then adjourned.