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LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

House & Governmental May 19th, 2026

House and Governmental Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's part of the Secretary of State's election security package of legislation, which further strengthens
  • I know we've done some legislation to take care of some of that, but it's a slow process of weaning it
  • of the OMV.
  • They do an evaluation process of each of our...
  • Corps of Engineers, commercial fishing interest, recreational fishing interest, hydrologist, and sediment
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 17th, 2026 at 09:30 am

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The title of the bill will be the title of the act. Senate Bill 5940. Title of the act.
  • The title of the bill will be the title of the act.
  • The title of the bill will be the title of the act.
  • last year, and it was of interest to me that different providers, different surgeons, as well as the
  • of some of the local school districts in there.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 17th, 2026

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Hernandez, is confirmed as a member of the University of Washington Board of Regents.
  • Sixth order of business: second reading of bills. Senate Bill 6-220. Sixth order of business.
  • The title of the bill will be the title of the act.
  • last year, and it was of interest to me that different providers, different surgeons, as well as the
  • of some of the local school districts in there.
Summary: The Senate convened with all members present, heard a prayer and pledge, approved the prior day’s journal, and then moved through committee reports and House messages. Several bills were referred to committees, including low-income energy assistance and real property use restrictions. The chamber then took up a series of gubernatorial appointments, confirming Apollonio P. Hernandez to the University of Washington Board of Regents, Violet M. Frolov to the Central Washington University Board of Trustees, and Monica U. to the Washington Student Achievement Council, each after sponsor remarks and roll-call votes. The Senate also recessed briefly for caucuses and later resumed floor action on bills. On final passage, the Senate approved SB 6220 on nonprofit housing property tax exemptions for temporary community use, SB 5947 creating the Washington Health Care Board, ESSB 631 on safe pedestrian passage during construction, ESSB 6066 establishing crash prevention zones, SB 6044 recognizing Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas, SB 5899 allowing qualified chiropractors to treat non-human animals under a licensing framework, SB 6151 dedicating environmental program fee accounts, ESSB 6200 allowing renters and mobile home occupants to install portable cooling devices with safeguards, SB 5901 adjusting school construction assistance for on-base schools, and SB 6080 governing federal detention contracts with county and municipal jails. Most of these bills passed with strong bipartisan support, though SB 5947, SB 5924, SB 6200, and SB 6080 drew notable opposition from some senators who raised concerns about cost, scope, safety, or implementation. The Senate also adopted amendments to several measures, including technical or stakeholder-driven changes to SB 5947, ESSB 631, ESSB 6066, SB 5899, and ESSB 6200. SB 5924, expanding pharmacists’ scope of practice, passed after a lengthy debate over access to care, professional training, and the role of collaborative drug therapy agreements; supporters framed it as a response to provider shortages, while opponents argued it moved too quickly or needed more study. SB 6080, concerning jail contracts for federal detainees, saw failed amendments seeking an attorney general opinion and a good-faith extension, before passing on a 30-19 vote. The meeting ended with a personal privilege statement marking Lunar New Year and a motion to recess for lunch and caucus.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 16th, 2026 at 05:20 pm

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • This is an interesting bill because it has two competing priorities within it, from my point of view.
  • The title of the bill will be the title of the act.
  • of dinner.
  • The title of the bill will be the title of the act.
  • So far, it's only once, but I think it puts us at a little bit of risk financially having that unknown
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 16th, 2026 at 01:00 pm

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • President, there's some interesting history about the householding of taxes.
  • Senators on both sides of the aisle have made statements that it would take a constitutional amendment
  • And we know by statements that have been made that the amount of revenue that this underlying bill can
  • statement that we don't have the ability to take care of the most vulnerable.
  • And as chair of higher ed, I am willing to email the body and ask them to support financial aid.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 16th, 2026 at 10:00 am

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House State Government & Tribal Relations Feb 18th, 2026 at 01:30 pm

State Government & Tribal Relations

Transcript Highlights:
  • of State.
  • And two, the nature of the databases has changed since the implementation of the law, which is one of
  • I would also say that that was one of the more interesting meetings that we had with, as our state whatever
  • of superintendent of public instruction.
  • I had an interest because the first mayor of Spokane and his wife committed to Lakeland Village.
Bills: SCR8406, SB5892, SB5863
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

AEN-TRS, EDT-AEN, AEN DEFER, AEN Public Hearings 02-13-2026

Agriculture and Environment

Transcript Highlights:
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  • </c> I think the idea of kind of like for I think the idea of kind of like for like<00:10:33.519><c>
  • </c> if it's at the end of this year ahead of if it's at the end of this year ahead of the<00:27:56.159
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  • So, thank you for the opportunity. spread of of unststerilized animals in spread of of unststerilized
Bills: SB2709, SB3154
Summary: The hearing began with SB 2709, which would require the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish rules to enforce the Okami arrival program and strengthen quarantine enforcement for plants, non-domestic animals, and microorganisms. The Department of Land and Natural Resources and the Hawaii Invasive Species Council supported the bill, as did DAB, saying it would improve biosecurity and make some provisions mandatory rather than optional. Alaska/Hawaiian Airlines supported the goal but raised concerns about language changing inspections from “may” to “shall” for aircraft, warning of possible federal preemption and operational conflicts unless the bill is clarified to align with federal aviation safety, security, and operational requirements. Committee members questioned DAB about inspection timing, scope, and compliance; DAB said the measure is intended to increase enforcement, improve form completion rates toward a 90% goal, and expand beyond airlines to other entry modes, while also noting plans to restore detector dog use and improve software/AI tools for processing forms. Decision-making on SB 2709 was deferred to February 17 at 3:02 p.m. in Room CR229. The committees then took up SB 3154, an administration measure authorizing the Department of Transportation to assume certain National Environmental Policy Act responsibilities for highway, rail, public transportation, and multimodal projects, with the aim of streamlining environmental review. DOT supported the bill and explained that it would allow the department to work directly with federal resource agencies such as U.S. Fish and Wildlife and SHPO rather than routing everything through federal highways. After brief discussion, the Committee on Transportation voted to pass SB 3154 with technical amendments, and the AEN committee followed with the same recommendation; the measure was adopted with five votes in favor. A later portion of the transcript shifted to SB 2374 on the blue economy. DBED said it supported the concept but noted that it already sits on many working groups and would need resources if a new working group is created. DBED suggested the committee could instead request research through a letter or memo, and said agencies including ADC, HTDC, and Agriculture had already begun internal discussions. Testimony in support came from IMUA Alliance, Hawaii Food Policy, and others, emphasizing the potential for blue economy ventures to support survivors, align with climate and cultural goals, and create economic opportunity. No final vote on SB 2374 appears in the excerpt.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • We had some unexpected things arise this morning, um, but I hereby call this fourth meeting of the House
  • Thank you, members of the committee. My name is Jennifer Decker.
  • Chairman, I'm here to ask each of you to vote yes on House Bill 508.
  • The bill addresses a problem that arose during 2024 during the implementation of House Bill 499, a bill
  • that was sponsored by the chairman of this committee when she was here, Representative Heavrin.
Summary: The House Standing Committee on Families and Children met and heard only House Bill 508, sponsored by Representative Jennifer Decker. Decker explained that the bill amends the child care assistance program created under House Bill 499 by requiring the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to make the standardized agreement available on its website and allow submission by email, mail, or an online portal, rather than limiting participants to the current process. A member asked whether the change would expand options beyond online-only submission, and Decker confirmed the bill was intended to address that issue. After discussion, the committee voted on House Bill 508 and passed it favorably by a 13-0 vote. The committee then briefly reviewed a referred administrative regulation; there were no comments or questions, and it was marked reviewed. The chair noted this would likely be the committee’s last meeting of the session, thanked staff for their work, and entertained a motion to adjourn.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • The interest in the outdoors absolutely is, and as part of that visit or profile in the research that
  • The interest in the outdoors absolutely is, and as part of that visit or profile in the research that
  • The interest in the outdoors absolutely is, and as part of that visit or profile in the research that
  • Do you know the percentage of kind of out of Kentucky versus in Kentucky?
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Summary: The committee met for its second Budget Review on Economic Development, Public Protection, Tourism, and Energy and first approved the minutes from the prior meeting. Members then heard a presentation from the Tourism, Arts, and Heritage Cabinet and the Kentucky Department of Tourism on the 1% tourism marketing fund. Witnesses explained that the fund supports statewide tourism promotion, advertising, research, regional marketing, and matching grants to local tourism commissions, and that it cannot be used for capital construction. They reported that the General Assembly and governor increased appropriations in the 2024 session, adding $3 million in FY25 and $7 million in FY26, and set aside funding for the Kentucky Mountain Regional Recreation Authority, the National Quilt Museum, and the Southern Kentucky Tourism Initiative. Tourism officials emphasized that Kentucky tourism is a major economic driver, citing 2023 figures of $13.8 billion in economic impact, 79.3 million visitors, $9.7 billion in direct spending, more than 95,000 jobs supported, and nearly $1 billion in state and local tax revenue. They said the department now uses targeted digital and over-the-top advertising in selected domestic and international markets, with 62% of media placements digital and 80% of the budget spent out of state. Members asked about market selection, how the department measures return on investment, and what attracts visitors from places such as Dallas, Orlando, Toronto, and Washington, D.C.; officials said research shows a mix of family visits, outdoor recreation, and varied Kentucky offerings, and that 81% of overnight visitors are repeat visitors. They also discussed the potential impact of tariffs and trade tensions on bourbon-related tourism and international visitation, especially from Canada, and officials said they were monitoring the situation with U.S. Travel Association and Brand USA. The committee then heard from Kentucky State Parks officials on capital projects funded through HJR 76, HJR 56, and House Bill 6. They said they are providing quarterly project reports and have been meeting regularly with the Finance Cabinet’s engineering and contract staff. The presentation focused on campground utilities, broadband, and structural upgrades, including $40 million for campground improvements across the park system, with completed bathhouse renovations at Barren River and Nolin Lake and additional projects underway or in planning. Officials said the work is based on camper survey feedback, such as requests for better Wi-Fi, sewer and electric upgrades, frost-free spigots, and improved site layouts, and noted that the My Old Kentucky Home campground project is under construction and expected to be completed by spring 2026.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • , introduction of doctor and nurse of the day, correction of previous day's journals.
  • outdoors of Appalachia.
  • in the book of Genesis.
  • And of course, none of this happens without strong and consistent leadership.
  • a result of character.'
Bills: HR1052, SB2184, SB171
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • of doctor and nurse of the day, or correction of previous day's journal.
  • Some of the things I'll speak of.
  • Those of you that have a passion for the energy policy in the state of Oklahoma and one of work with
  • The most memorable moments of 12 years, of course, one of those is having your grandkids on the floor
  • of my legislative career but one of the highlights of my life.
Bills: HR1052, SB2184, SB171
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • of doctor and nurse of the day, correction of previous day's journal, House and Senate bills and joint
  • of each and every one of these young ladies for, with a team average GPA of 3.54, demonstrating their
  • The most memorable moments of 12 years, of course, one of those is having your grandkids on the floor
  • One of the highlights of my life and highlights of serving this chamber was when we had the opportunity
  • of my legislative career, but one of the highlights of my life—not bills passed or anything under this
Bills: HR1052, SB2184, SB171
Summary: The House convened, the clerk called the roll, and members proceeded through prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and routine floor business. The chamber recognized a number of guests and groups, including family members of members, Horizon Bankers from the Oklahoma Community Bankers Association, the Edmond Democratic Women’s Group, the Red Oak basketball team, the Union wrestling teams, the Doctor of the Day, and a Peruvian consul general and guest commemorating U.S.-Peru diplomatic relations. The House also announced Earth Day-related activities and 4-H Day at the Capitol. A major focus of the day was 4-H. House Resolution 1052 was presented and adopted without objection, proclaiming April 22, 2026, as the 27th annual Oklahoma 4-H Day at the Capitol. Two 4-H members, Cian Tarafet and Kate Sherrill, addressed the chamber about the program’s impact on leadership, citizenship, workforce readiness, and community engagement. Members and program leaders also recognized the contributions of extension agents, land-grant universities, and 4-H participants across the state. The House also held several special presentations honoring student achievements and public service. Kane Lee of Sand Springs was cited for calling 911 and helping calm students during a school bus medical emergency. The Red Oak basketball team and the Ponca City High Steppers were recognized for state and national championships, and the Union girls wrestling program was honored for multiple state titles. Representative Ken LaTrell delivered a farewell address reflecting on his legislative service, veterans’ issues, tribal policy, energy work, and family, with members offering remarks in response. No substantive legislation beyond the 4-H resolution was debated in the transcript, and the only formal action recorded was unanimous adoption of H.R. 1052. The House then adjourned until Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Baldwin County Legislation Committee Mar 12th, 2026

Baldwin County Legislation

Transcript Highlights:
  • doing is saying that the county commission may appoint, versus shall appoint, the contract employees of
  • doing is saying that the county commission may appoint, versus shall appoint, the contract employees of
  • I know there's a lot of wording that scratched out on page one, but that says the exact same thing.
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  • They all four this &gt;&gt; all four of them.
Bills: HB606, HB606