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TX
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- Dunham not only because he had movie star good looks, but he's a brilliant man, brilliant man, and a
- The Marble Falls Highland Lake area chamber of commerce is ensuring that the members of this select program
- from business and industry, tourism, arts, and education. time y'all graduate from this rigorous program
- diligent financial stewardship and their invaluable contributions to the people and communities of Lone Star
- argues the bill has more than one subject because requires different entities to act on different programs
Keywords:
regulatory reform, government efficiency, administrative law, rulemaking, agency deference, judicial review, de novo review, Texas Government Code, Administrative Procedure Act, state agencies, plain language, regulatory burden, regulatory reduction, cost-benefit analysis, fiscal note, public benefits and costs, contested case, rule challenge, Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office, advisory panel
NH
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- Oh, say does that star-spangled banner yet wave o'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.
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KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Natural Resources & Energy. (2-25-26)
Natural Resources & Energy
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- It also says, if you don't have a federal program and the state is going to go it alone, they need to
- and the state is going federal program and the state is going to<00:09:21.960>
go <00:09:22.240 - In programs that are technology forcing.
- Uh, Senator West, I will tell you that you are a bright star for us in the General Assembly.
- for us in the that you are a bright star for us in the General<00:54:14.560>
Assembly.
Keywords:
Meeting Start 00:00
Attendance Roll Call 02:38
SB 178 Discussion 03:36
SB 178 Roll Call Vote 43:10
SCR 66 Discussion 47:55
SCR 66 Roll Call Vote 53:48, 958, all
Summary:
The Senate Natural Resources Committee met with a quorum, approved the prior minutes, and then took up Senate Bill 178 by Senator Greg Elkins. Supporters, including representatives of the U.S. Chamber, Kentucky Chamber, Kentucky Chemistry Council, and Kentucky Association of Manufacturers, said the bill would require state environmental regulations to rely on the best available science, align with federal standards when applicable, and use technologically achievable requirements. They argued it would improve predictability for businesses, promote national uniformity, and increase public confidence in regulatory decisions. Senator Elkins and supporters also said the bill is aimed at several environmental and public health areas, including emergency response, solid waste, water quality, radiation/NORM, environmental permitting, and coal-related regulation.
Committee members asked questions about what “best available science” means and whether the bill duplicates existing law. Supporters responded that it means reliable, unbiased, peer-reviewed, scientifically sound studies and that the bill is intended to reduce political influence in regulatory decisions. They also said similar measures had passed in Tennessee and Alabama. Some senators expressed concern that science is already political and asked for clarification on the bill’s scope.
Opponents, including Audrey Ernsberger of the Kentucky Resources Council, research scientist Erin Haynes, and attorney Katherine Harcourt Rice, argued that SB 178 would sharply limit Kentucky’s ability to protect public health and the environment. They said the bill would prevent agencies from adopting stronger protections than federal minimums, create ambiguity and regulatory paralysis, and impose an overly restrictive scientific standard. They also objected to language requiring a direct causal link and manifest bodily harm, saying it would force agencies to wait until people are already sick before acting. Harcourt Rice argued the bill is duplicative of existing law and evidentiary rules. No final vote or other action on SB 178 was taken in the portion provided.
TX
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- The legislature also funds our 25 year old State of Texas Advanced Resource Recovery or STAR program,
- Doctor Moscardelli has headed up our tremendously successful STAR program over the last 4 years, but
- The Text seismic Monitoring and seismology Research Program is a multidisciplinary program funded by
- In a, in a program that didn't create a two-tiered system.
- Um, the, the, the thing about this program is the, the way it reads it.
Bills:
HB206
Keywords:
HB206, school district bonds, bond election, voter approval, Education Code, Chapter 45, Section 45.003, Section 45.0034, Texas schools, school finance, local tax election, bond referendum, school construction, capital improvements, election frequency, five-year waiting period, district bonds, public school funding
MN
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- Um, a part of that work was seeing the program approval of around 630 teacher preparation programs.
- approval of around 630 teacher program approval of around 630 teacher lure<00:33:13.519>
programs - And so by that we mean lure programs.
- And so we're their lensure program.
- . program. program.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Full Formal with Calendar) Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Massachusetts has always led on ensuring dignity in our safety net programs, but before we can ensure
- Transportation remains one of the most significant barriers and cost drivers for this program.
- So there is precedent for a program to be put into place to mitigate any enrollment disruptions.
- The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education offers grant programs.
- The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education offer grant programs.
Summary:
The Senate considered a supplemental appropriations bill and a series of amendments focused on education, health, transportation, tax administration, and oversight. Senator Kennedy spoke in support of increasing funding for DTA caseworkers to improve SNAP access and reduce delays, but then withdrew the amendment by unanimous consent. Senator O’Connor’s amendment adding $500,000 for Free Period to provide free menstrual products in public schools was adopted, as was Senator Miranda’s $1 million METCO transportation and student support amendment. Senator Collins briefly proposed extending paid family and medical leave and unemployment insurance coverage to graduate student workers, but withdrew that amendment for later discussion.
Several amendments were debated and either adopted or rejected. Senator Tarr’s proposal to create oversight of the Group Insurance Commission and fund an Inspector General review was defeated after opposition argued existing oversight was sufficient. Tarr also offered amendments on MBTA deficiency fund withdrawals and on requiring 90 days’ notice before state tax code decoupling changes; both were rejected after standing votes. Senator Driscoll’s amendment for Randolph Public Schools restroom improvements was adopted, while his veterans student loan forgiveness amendment was withdrawn. Additional amendments were adopted for Bridgewater Middle School water filtration, Uffum’s Corner Health Center, and NeighborHealth’s pharmacy technician training program for local high school students.
A major discussion centered on school funding and enrollment declines. Senator DiDomenico withdrew an amendment that would have provided $100 million to address Chapter 70 funding losses tied to enrollment drops, but he and Senator Collins used the floor to argue that districts facing declining enrollment and rising costs need a broader state response. The Senate also adopted a new draft of the supplemental budget and then passed the bill to be engrossed by a roll call vote, with 35 members in the affirmative and 4 in the negative. The chamber then adjourned to meet again Monday, and did so in memory of Arthur H. Tobin, a former Quincy mayor, state legislator, and clerk magistrate.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- We had the federal government pushing back on Operation Lone Star when Texas was simply just entering
- We had many different examples that ultimately led to Operation Lone Star seizing over 472 million lethal
- We had many different examples that ultimately led to Operation Lone Star seizing.
- and thank you for your support, along with the number of us to continue to support Operation Lone Star
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Border Security met to consider SCR 39, authored by Senator Creighton, which urges the federal government to take immediate action on border security and calls for Texas to be reimbursed for roughly $11 billion spent on border-related efforts. Creighton argued the federal government has failed to secure the border, leading to illegal crossings, fentanyl trafficking, and the need for Texas to step in through Operation Lone Star. A DPS chief financial officer was present as a resource witness, though no public testimony was taken.
Several senators spoke in support of the resolution while also noting broader context. Senator Hinojosa of Nueces said border security has been neglected by multiple administrations, not just the Biden administration, but supported the measure and emphasized the need for lawful immigration and border enforcement. Senator Hinojosa of Hidalgo and Senator Flores also supported the resolution, highlighting cartel activity, trade impacts, and Texas’s role in maintaining border integrity. Senator Eckhardt questioned the author about what specific federal actions were meant by “immediate action,” and Creighton pointed to more staffing, better radio interoperability, stronger drug interdiction, and renewed federal responsibility for wall construction and enforcement.
After questions and discussion, public testimony was closed. Senator Flores moved that SCR 39 be favorably recommended to the full Senate, and the committee approved the motion by a vote of 4 ayes and 1 nay. The chair then announced that SB 36, creating a border security division within DPS, would be the committee’s primary focus at the next meeting.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Now they're coming back again with a universal life or some kind of cash value program to it, so they
- And so I want to point folks to an article from the Star Tribune last June, and I want to read from it
- And so I want to point folks to an article from the Star Tribune last June, and I want to read from it
- And so I want to point folks to an article from the Star Tribune last June, and I want to read from it
- And so I want to point folks to an article from the Star Tribune last June, and I want to read from it
PA
Transcript Highlights:
- We are so honored that Representative Powell from Allegheny County is with us: Miss Military Star.
- We are thrilled to have two young star-studded sisters, both of whom are excited to move on with their
- Abigail Hall, Miss Military Star, the 2026 Miss Steel State preteen.
- Miss Military Star, the 2026 Miss Steel State preteen winner, and her sister is Madeline Hall, Miss Military
- Star, 2026 Miss Mountain Laurel State Preteen winner.
Summary:
The House convened, approved a prior journal, confirmed a quorum, and received several bill referrals and calendar motions before moving into caucus and committee announcements. Members also welcomed a number of guests and student visitors to the chamber. After recess, the House resumed with committee reports from Appropriations and Rules, agreeing to re-reported bills including House Bills 1006, 106, 2014, 2037, 2460, 2512, 2559, 2644, 733, 2455, 2499, and 2529.
The chamber adopted two resolutions: House Resolution 462 designating May 17, 2026, as World Neurofibromatosis Awareness Day, and House Resolution 553 designating May 19, 2026, as Pontian Greek Genocide Remembrance Day. Both sponsors spoke in support, with the NF resolution emphasizing awareness, diagnosis, and research, and the Pontian Greek resolution focusing on remembrance of historical persecution and ethnic violence. The House also passed several bills on final consideration, including House Bill 2014 on opportunities for minors in emergency service organizations, House Bill 2037 on cryptocurrency-related ethics restrictions, House Bill 2512 on rideshare pricing protections, House Bill 2644 on legislative authorization for capital bridge projects, and House Bill 2559 on state property conveyances.
Amendments were considered on several measures. On House Bill 2359, which prohibits government agencies from entering nondisclosure agreements related to data centers, one amendment requiring hyperscale data centers to pay their own energy costs failed on a 101-101 tie, another amendment making the bill effective immediately was adopted, and a third amendment protecting trade secrets failed. On House Bill 779 regarding abusive towing practices, an agreed-to amendment was adopted. House Bill 733 modernizing marriage ceremony law, Senate Bill 1294 on penalties for unlicensed commercial driving schools, and Senate Bill 1259 clarifying parole record privilege and access were agreed to, and House Bill 2499 concerning the State Workers Insurance Fund and Investment Authority was also advanced. The House then recommitted several bills to Appropriations, removed others from the tabled calendar, and adjourned until June 30, 2026.
TX
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- For the Medicaid program?
- Any other programs, can you identify those programs that you are taking money from?
- It's a legitimate by- and it's not going to take programs away from people on the Medicaid program.
- to use that same program.
- program.
Keywords:
appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, state budget, mental health funding, education funding, infrastructure improvements, public safety, groundwater, water conservation, financial assistance, Texas Water Development Board, innovation fund, local conservation districts, transportation protection agreement, funeral services, insurance exemption
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
MN House passes omnibus workforce, labor, and economic development policy and finance bill 5/5/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
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in the Office of Justice Programs in the Office of Justice Programs in Department - a March end of March article in Star a March end of March article in Star Tribune<00:52:14.280><
- and in enacting a program such as this. and in enacting a program such as this.
- "We're going to destabilize the program. "We're going to destabilize the program.
Summary:
House File 3732, the Department of Employment and Economic Development appropriations bill, was presented as a package of budget and policy changes from the Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Committee. The author described it as a set of practical fixes, including changes to reporting requirements, repealing unused programs, recommendations from a Governor’s Workforce Development Board subcommittee on direct appropriations, and creation of an Office of Community Investment within DEED. Members also noted the bill had been revised after earlier floor debate and included a modified version of a previously contentious proposal.
The first major floor debate centered on Amendment A12, offered by Representative Zeleznikar, which would create an exemption from meal and break requirements for certain 24-hour care settings such as disability group homes and home care. Supporters argued the current break law does not fit the realities of one-on-one or overnight care and could force providers into unsafe or impractical staffing models. Opponents, including Representatives Johnson and Pinto, said the amendment would weaken or repeal worker break protections and remove clear standards and remedies. After debate, the House took a roll call and the amendment failed on a 67-67 tie.
A second amendment, A13 by Representative Tabke, proposed a $150,000 state aviation fund-backed loan fund to help TSA and other airport workers who had gone without pay during a federal shutdown, by backstopping bank loans for affected families. Tabke framed it as worker relief tied to the aviation system, while Representative Niska argued it was not a serious proposal, had not been vetted, and unfairly used state money to address a federal dispute. Debate on the amendment became highly partisan and included a point of order over personalities in debate before the Speaker ruled the point well taken and returned discussion to the amendment.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Finance Jul 22nd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- And in FY 26 we are continuing these programs with the likelihood of adding at least one more funding
- program.
- The good news is that these programs are yielding results.
- administering, uh, so really a direct tie to see the impact that these programs are having.
- with our pathways to the stars curriculum.
AL
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- I was a guy that was a young cop and had to work full-time, and their programs allowed me to do that.
- go and their programs allowed me to do go and their programs allowed me to do that<00:02:27.360>
and - . >> Bobby Singleton, Patricia Anne Jones, and Angela Star. >> Anyone here except for Senator Singleton
- critical role in what types of programs critical role in what types of programs that<00:18:41.120
- to support that need for those programs to support that need for Alabama's<00:18:45.600>
economic
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session - part 2 May 1st, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
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- of a vehicle without an interlock device when someone is on, or eligible or supposed to be on the program
- Just today there was a story on the Star Tribune about the impact of our small businesses, particularly
- One was designating IHRSA minor, which... ...the North Star as the state constellation, and the other
- It requires agencies to notify the program within five days of the reason for the withholding.
- of fraud and the program participant is a subject of the investigation.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- What kind of programs could we see as far as— That no new revenue rate for five years would be horrendous
- penned last year by a sitting San Marcos City Councilman. ...member who said the following: the Death Star
- And that ruling holds in that jurisdiction, but outside that jurisdiction, the Death Star Law is still
- I don't believe that lawless mindset strictly applies to just the Death Star Law; there are numerous
Keywords:
municipal management district, bonds, assessments, property taxes, economic development, eminent domain, special district, SB 427, local government, political subdivision, state loan, state grant, financial reporting, annual financial statement, annual report, county report, municipal finance, water district, municipality, county auditor
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- What this program does...
- What this program does, and what it required after four years of a study program, is if there's a problem
- Both programs are supposed to be the school safety interoperability program.
- The 1583 program mentioned is meant to be the program in this bill.
- All the programs happen in schools.
Keywords:
student discipline, classroom management, temporary removal, administrative action, education policy, foreign relations, university governance, research security, international agreements, Arizona Board of Regents, interscholastic activities, student eligibility, criminal offenses, school district, youth sports, academic participation, conduct, planned communities, homeowners association, HOA
Summary:
The Senate Education Committee heard a presentation from Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne focused on school safety, academic improvement, career and technical education, ESA oversight, and teacher pay. Horne argued that students cannot learn without safe schools and urged more funding for school police officers, citing threats and violent incidents. He also highlighted Project Momentum, tutoring, attendance, classroom phone restrictions, the Student Industry Partnership, expanded ESA participation, and his call to use Proposition 123 land trust funds for direct teacher raises. In response to a question, he said the department is using AI tools, residency checks, and investigators to reduce ESA fraud and abuse.
The committee then considered SB 1074, which would require written certification from a principal or administrator before a student removed for discipline could return to class. Horne and the sponsor said the bill would support teachers and hold administrators accountable, while opponents from the Arizona Education Association argued it was redundant, could undermine administrator judgment and FERPA-protected information, and would not address the root causes of classroom disruption. The bill passed 4-3. The committee also heard SB 1327, as amended by a strike-everything amendment requiring Arizona public universities to adopt and report on research security policies to protect against foreign adversary threats and preserve federal funding eligibility. Support came from the sponsor, State Armor, and the Arizona Board of Regents, and the amended bill passed 5-2.
Members next approved SB 1475, which bars students convicted of, or admitting to, certain serious offenses from participating in school-sponsored interscholastic activities, with some discussion about rehabilitation, school discretion, and whether a readmittance process should exist. Supporters said the measure was needed for accountability and uniformity after a particularly egregious case; opponents warned it could remove an important rehabilitative outlet. The bill passed 4-3. The committee then advanced SB 1582 and SB 1583, both related to school safety interoperability funding and technical corrections; SB 1582 passed 4-2, and SB 1583, as amended, passed 4-2. Finally, SB 1598, which appropriates $500,000 for school and community gardens, passed unanimously 5-0 after testimony that gardens serve as hands-on learning spaces and supportive environments for students.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the VA's Community Care Program. Jan 28th, 2025 at 09:30 am
Senate Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- And I will put in the record later today a list of programs.
- The freeze on funding affects vital programs, including suicide prevention programs.
- The program last year.
- The FOX suicide prevention program that was mentioned...
- And there was a mention of the electronics record program.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session-Day 6, February 16, 2026-AM
Wyoming House Floor Meeting
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Riverton, Oh, we've got Star Valley, Riverton, Oh, we've got Star Valley, - House Bill 36, sponsored by the Appropriations, Forestry and Conservation Program, Wildland Fire
- I rise in support, overwhelming support, because of what we had happen in Star Valley this year with
- I rise in support, overwhelming support, because of what we had happen in Star Valley this year with
- I rise in support, overwhelming support, because of what we had happen in Star Valley this year with
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm the director of the Texas Water Program at National Wildlife Federation.
- based on need without stranding precious assets and underutilized programs.
- I'm Afghanistan Spears, the water program coordinator with the Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter.
- as a separate program.
- As I mentioned earlier, more details... ...infrastructure fund program as a separate program.
Keywords:
judicial administration, court reform, juvenile diversion, court security, mental health services, drug offenses, constitutional amendments, water infrastructure, Texas Water Development Board, financial assistance, water supply projects, rural municipalities, water access assessment, aquifer storage, Edwards Aquifer, water injection, environmental regulations, groundwater management, San Antonio River, pollution control
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- of Public Safety, which required them to determine certain industry standards and cybersecurity programs
- , non-compliance with the Death Star Law, and non-compliance with the E.T.J. law.
- The E-Verify program ensures that these criteria have been met.
- We cannot rely on guest worker programs because there's still room for abuse there, unfortunately.
- The great state of Texas should legislatively expand the E-Verify program.
Keywords:
E-verify, employment verification, state contracts, immigration, labor compliance, ERCOT, Texas electric grid, interconnection, Public Utility Commission, PUC, Public convenience and necessity, electric cooperative, municipally owned utility, electric utility, transmission, generation facilities, grid reliability, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, FERC, SERC