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FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations Feb 18th, 2026

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • The committee assistant will read each amendment sponsor and the barcodes offered by that sponsor.
  • The committee assistant will read each amendment sponsor and the barcodes offered by that sponsor.
  • The committee assistant will read each amendment sponsor and the barcodes offered by that sponsor.
  • Let me begin by first thanking our bill sponsor for bringing this good bill forward.
  • We want to thank the sponsor for bringing it forward.
Summary: The committee heard presentations on the Senate’s proposed 2026-2027 budget, SPB 2500, with chairs outlining major spending in K-12 education, higher education, health and human services, criminal and civil justice, transportation/tourism/economic development, and agriculture/environment/general government. Highlights included a $115 billion overall budget, pay raises for state employees and public safety workers, major K-12 funding increases and enrollment supplements, higher education workforce and nursing investments, expanded Medicaid/KidCare and behavioral health funding, corrections and law enforcement operational funding, transportation and housing investments, and significant environmental and water quality spending. Members asked about civic education funding, declining enrollment, professor retention, APD waiver waitlists, cultural grant allocations, and other line items. Public testimony also addressed HIV/AIDS drug assistance funding and prison air conditioning. SPB 2500 was adopted as a committee bill after amendment consideration and a roll call vote. The committee then took up implementing and related budget bills, including SPB 2502 (implementing the General Appropriations Act), SPB 2504 (state employee bargaining placeholder), SB 7028 (Florida Retirement System contribution rates and related retirement changes), SPB 2506 (fuel tax distributions), SPB 2508 (state agency law enforcement radio system surcharge), SPB 2510 (termination of an unused court trust fund), SPB 2512 (new judgeships), SPB 2514 (K-12 conforming changes), SPB 2516 (higher education conforming changes), and SPB 2518 (health conforming changes). Most were explained as technical or conforming measures tied to the budget, and all were reported favorably as committee bills, with SB 7028 amended to direct a portion of increased contributions to disability and line-of-duty death benefits in the FRS investment plan. The committee also heard and passed several member bills, including CS for SB 1074 on rounding rules for cash transactions in a world without pennies, CS for SB 678 restoring the alcohol loss deduction framework for distributors, and SB 964 on firefighter cancer benefits and prevention. SB 964 drew the most discussion, with questions about the one-year death-benefit window, the separate $25,000 cancer diagnosis payment, and whether the bill could create gaps in coverage for firefighters diagnosed or dying just outside the new time limits. Firefighter representatives testified in support, saying the bill would provide clearer protections for members and families. All of these measures were reported favorably.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/22/2026 - House Health & Human Services

Health & Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • I also appreciate the amendment that the sponsor introduced.
  • Seeing none, let's bring up our bill sponsor to explain the bill.
  • Members, questions for the bill sponsor? Thank you, Madam Chair.
  • Members, any questions for the bill sponsor?
  • Seeing none, let's bring up our bill sponsor.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/14/2026 - Senate Judiciary and Elections

Judiciary and Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • Sponsor. Thank you, Madam Chair. Fine job, young lady.
  • Sponsor. Thank you, Madam Chair. Fine job, young lady.
  • Any questions for the sponsor? Madam Chair, I have a question for the sponsor.
  • Any questions for the sponsor?
  • Questions for the sponsor? Testifiers?
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Mar 20th, 2025

Alabama Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I am a co-sponsor of his colleague. I am a co-sponsor of his colleague.
  • Um, Senator, I was just saying I am a co-sponsor of your saying I am a co-sponsor of your saying I am
  • And so, um, have uh have co-sponsored. And so, um, have uh have co-sponsored.
  • I believe the sponsor sees that as believe the sponsor sees that as believe the sponsor sees that as
  • All to the to the sponsor of this bill. All to the to the sponsor of this bill. All right.
Bills: SCR 13, SCR 24, SB 1, SB 12, SB 15, SB 17, SB 24, SB 57, SB 65, SB 213, SB 371, SB 372, SB 378, SB 379, SB 388, SB 400, SB 402, SB 427, SB 495, SB 499, SB 502, SB 509, SB 535, SB 583, SB 610, SB 621, SB 650, SB 706, SB 740, SB 840, SB 854, SB 856, SB 875, SB 893, SB 918, SB 925, SB 974, SB 995, SB 1006, SB 1018, SB 1025, SB 1061, SB 1073, SB 1106, SB 1121, SB 1194, SB 1252, SB 1253, SB 1268, SB 1300, SB 1343, SB 1362, SB 1447, SJR 36, SJR 12, SJR 57, SCR 25, SCR 22, SCR 12, SCR 24, SCR 8, SB 565, SB 372, SB 765, SB 62, SB 666, SB 707, SB 888, SB 687, SB 847, SB 1248, SB 740, SB 14, SB 1006, SB 504, SB 925, SB 1121, SB 995, SB 857, SB 305, SB 296, SB 284, SB 815, SB 1379, SB 1300, SB 1497, SB 1499, SB 1498, SB 1061, SB 65, SB 241, SB 304, SB 402, SB 499, SB 621, SB 974, SB 1023, SB 1024, SB 1025, SB 1106, SB 686, SB 112, SB 371, SB 204, SB 400, SB 609, SB 1447, SB 670, SB 502, SB 427, SB 850, SB 854, SB 413, SB 1555, SB 1362, SB 1346, SB 1033, SB 1220, SB 1073, SB 810, SB 987, SB 1539, SB 893, SB 447, SB 875, SB 406, SB 509, SB 985, SB 965, SB 1119, SB 1505, SB 24, SB 57, SB 1194, SB 1253, SB 1215, SB 1532, SB 1268, SB 1302, SB 856, SB 650, SB 583, SB 673, SB 840, SB 213, SB 681, SB 1172, SB 1252, SB 378, SB 610, SB 918, SB 1343, SB 608, SB 487, SB 955, SB 957, SB 988, SB 990, SB 1019, SB 1021, SB 1120, SB 251, SB 958, SB 535, SB 761, SB 1, SB 541, SB 315, SB 379, SB 1018, SB 1737, SB 266, SB 1415, SB 57, SB 499, SB 974, SB 1025, SB 1061, SB 1268, SR 302, SR 303, SR 304, SR 305, SB 30, SB 1333, SB 1666, SB 30, SB 1333, SB 1666
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • I co-sponsored the bill, and I'm hesitant because I want the fish and wildlife to be able to afford to
  • I co-sponsored the bill, and I'm hesitant because I want the fish and wildlife to be able to afford to
  • one of my main concerns I I co-sponsored one of my main concerns I I co-sponsored the<00:21:32.200
  • of two of the probably been the sponsor of two of the larger<00:26:24.360> bills<00:26:25.360
  • <00:40:01.560> the today to both thank the sponsor the today to both thank the sponsor the
Summary: The Natural Resources Committee first approved the minutes from the prior meeting and then took up Senate Bill 245, which would give the legislature more authority to review appointments to the Fish and Wildlife Resources Commission and clarify language about commissioners serving before confirmation. The sponsor said the bill was meant to allow a deeper background review and prevent unconfirmed appointees from voting on budget matters. The bill was adopted with a sub and title amendment, and Senator Boswell explained his yes vote as a way to ensure timely and proper confirmation votes in the future. The committee then discussed Senate Bill 112, concerning fishing on privately owned lakes and ponds. Senator Boswell argued that landowners should be able to fish on their own property without a license and should control fish harvest on private waters, while still requiring permission for others to fish. Commissioner Rich Storm opposed the proposal, saying landowners already may fish on their property, warning that the bill could reduce fishing-license revenue and federal grant support, and noting the department’s work stocking fish, maintaining access, and funding conservation programs. Senator Webb said he was exploring possible compromise language, and other members raised concerns about pay lakes, youth access, and potential abuse of exemptions. Boswell ultimately withdrew the bill voluntarily, and the committee agreed not to vote on it that day. Finally, the committee heard a discussion-only presentation on Senate Bill 8, focused on long-term energy policy and the role of the Public Service Commission. The sponsor said Kentucky needs a broader energy strategy to address growing demand from new industries such as large data centers, grid capacity limits, and the need for expertise and possibly different pay scales to recruit qualified staff. Members responded positively to the discussion, noting the importance of the PSC and the need for continued work on the issue, but no vote was taken.
MD

Maryland 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session, 3/16/2026 #1

Maryland Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's just to add co-sponsors. >> Uh >> Absolutely, Mr. President. >> Or?
  • So, I was sponsors in the committee.
  • just to add co-sponsors. just to add co-sponsors.
  • Amendment number one adds co-sponsors, Mr. President.
  • Amendment number one adds co-sponsors, Mr. President.
Summary: The Senate convened on Monday, March 16th, with an invocation focused on safety during storms, support for first responders, and recognition of Women’s History Month. A quorum was present, and the President noted the chamber was preparing for a very busy week, with possible double sessions and a Saturday session if needed. The House message on House Bill 297, concerning adult education and high school diploma pathways, was received and referred to the appropriate standing committees. The chamber then took up several committee reports, mostly adopting committee amendments and favorable reports without objection. Among the bills advanced to third reading were SB 85 on use of Information Technology Investment Fund revenues, SB 520 on public safety spending flexibility in charter counties, SB 558 creating a Chesapeake Bay Enhancement Program, SB 641 on procurement exceptions for historic preservation services, SB 647 establishing a catastrophic disability benefit tier for certain law enforcement retirement members, SB 654 raising the State Police mandatory retirement age to 62 and adjusting DROP rules, and SB 668 on Children’s Cabinet funding for local management boards. SB 756, a Baltimore City PILOT/tax exemption bill for a Downtown Rise District project, was also advanced. Several bills were special ordered to allow time for amendments or further discussion. SB 334 on machine gun convertible pistols was special ordered to the next day after members said amendments were not ready. SB 309, concerning a statewide sales and use tax exemption for precious metal bullion or coins, was also special ordered for the next day so members could add co-sponsors. SB 818 on State Center development contract requirements and an advisory group was special ordered to the appropriate time the next day after discussion of its community input and federal-law compliance provisions. The Budget and Taxation Committee then reported on the fiscal 2027 operating budget, SB 282, and the budget reconciliation and financing act, SB 284. The committee chair said the budget left a $250 million cash surplus and $2.2 billion in the rainy day fund, kept general fund spending below the current year, imposed no tax or fee increases, and funded priorities including behavioral health in schools, child care scholarships, local government disparity grants, nursing homes, developmental disabilities services, public schools, Medicaid, energy assistance, and economic development. Both SB 282 and SB 284, along with their committee amendments, were laid over until the next day for second reading debate.
WV
Transcript Highlights:
  • If not, would the bill sponsors like to approach? I'm sorry, Jeff, Carl—no, for the bill sponsors.
  • Okay, the bill sponsor or sponsors like to approach. Delegate, welcome. Thank you.
  • The bill sponsor is here, if you might be helpful. Yeah, thank you.
  • Are there further questions for the bill sponsor? Thank you, Senator.
  • Are there further questions for the bill sponsor?
Keywords: 994, senate, all
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.
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Municipal and County Government (02/10/2025)

Municipal and County Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • in the caucus that the sponsors belong to never noticed it.
  • Representative Davis, the prime sponsor, begins testimony.
  • <03:34:38.120> of<03:34:38.359> this sponsor of this sponsor of this legislation<03:34:
  • We did commit, and I've had conversations with the sponsor.
  • conversations with the with the sponsor conversations with the with the sponsor we<04:45:38.080>
Keywords: 1189, house, all
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

Senate Education (05/13/2025)

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • But even not the sponsor, but the co-sponsor who introduced the bill said that the majority of this,
  • > the<00:40:28.000> co-sponsor<00:40:28.560> who not the sponsor but the co-sponsor
  • who not the sponsor but the co-sponsor who introduced<00:40:29.200> the<00:40:29.359> bill
  • the collaboration of the prime sponsor the collaboration of the prime sponsor Senator<00:45:14.240
  • <01:53:57.280> I sponsor do that? He's a house member. I sponsor do that?
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Criminal Justice and Public Safety (01/22/2026)

Criminal Justice and Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • to introduce HB 1203 uh for the sponsor to introduce HB 1203 uh for the sponsor who<00:32:27.840
  • They didn't come, so I I the sponsor.
  • <01:38:36.960> to Bill 1576 and invite the sponsor to Bill 1576 and invite the sponsor to
  • Um but as the sponsor payments.
  • Um, the sponsor was able out to victims.
Keywords: 1189, house, all
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Mar 18th, 2025

Alabama House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • It should not depend upon who sponsors the sponsors the sponsors the bill. when it's something that's
  • . co-sponsors. co-sponsors.
  • Cler call co-sponsors, 99 co-sponsors. Cler call co-sponsors, 99 co-sponsors.
  • I ask for co-sponsors. Welcome. Unlock the machine co-sponsors. Welcome.
  • that. sponsoring that. sponsoring that.
Keywords: 1136, house, all
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Rules Feb 17th, 2026

Rules

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, the reason why I filed this amendment, and I did speak with the bill sponsor this morning, and
  • So you're saying that cities would no longer be able to sponsor those type of events?
  • If a fundraiser is being sponsored by the City of Jacksonville for the Urban League of Jacksonville,
  • The bill's sponsor has stated that individuals are not being hired on merit.
  • I was trying to follow the sponsor, but it was kind of like listening to somebody talk about tax code
Summary: The Committee on Rules met with a quorum and considered a long agenda of bills, many of them retained from the prior week. The most debated measure was CS for SB 706, which would preempt naming of major commercial service airports to the state and designate Palm Beach International Airport as the Donald J. Trump International Airport, subject to FAA approval and a trademark agreement. Amendments were offered and rejected, including proposals to prevent private financial benefit from the naming. Several senators spoke in opposition, citing concerns about naming an airport after a sitting president, lack of local input, and the trademark/licensing arrangement; supporters argued there was no cost to the airport and that the bill simply set a state naming policy. The committee reported the bill favorably after a roll call vote. The committee also reported favorably CS for SB 546 on conservation land notice requirements, CS for CS for SB 1014 on municipal utility service to properties outside city limits, CS for SB 1500 on uncontested probate proceedings, SB 962 on excluding farms from certain zoning definitions, and CS for SB 820 on problem-solving court reporting requirements. The committee then approved several bills from Senator DiCeglie and Senator Arrington. SB 840, addressing land-use regulations for local governments affected by natural disasters, was supported by local-government and environmental advocates who said it would restore local control after SB 180’s hurricane-related restrictions; the sponsor said it was intended to correct unintended consequences of last year’s law. CS for SB 856, requiring online listing platforms to show estimated ad valorem taxes on residential listings, was amended to exclude social media platforms and broaden liability protections; the sponsor and a county property appraiser described it as a consumer-transparency measure. CS for SB 110, clarifying homestead exemption treatment for long-term leases that end at death, was also reported favorably. The committee took up a controversial strike-all amendment to SB 212, which focused on public swimming pools and added residency and related restrictions for certain sex offenders and offenders on community control or probation. The amendment drew strong opposition from advocates and affected families, who argued it would worsen homelessness, impose broad geographic restrictions, and lack evidence of improving child safety; supporters said it was a targeted public-safety measure. Despite the objections, the committee reported the bill favorably. The committee also approved SB 684 on electronic signatures for total-loss vehicle and vessel titles, SB 394 on reinsurance intermediary managers, SB 434 on property tax assessment treatment for wind-hardening improvements, CS for CS for SBs 658 and 608 on water-safety requirements for rental properties with pools or nearby water, SB 748 on adding voting-rights restoration information to sentencing score sheets, and CS for SB 824 requiring school districts to inventory unimproved real property. The meeting ended while the committee was beginning SB 848 on stormwater treatment, with an amendment being introduced as the transcript cut off.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Day 41 (3-6-26)

Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • As the sponsor? Yes.
  • As as the primary sponsor Mr. President.
  • Senator from Jefferson 37, uh, co-sponsor request, Mr. President.
  • Please proceed. >> With the permission of the primary sponsor, I'll move to be added as co-sponsor to
  • Thank co-sponsor to Senate Bill 131.
Keywords: 958, all
Summary: The Senate convened with an invocation and pledge, established a quorum, approved the prior journal, and received a message from the House announcing passage of House Bills 364, 534, 600, and 662 and requesting concurrence. The chamber then took up second-reading reports, placing several bills on the Rules Committee calendar, and briefly recessed for caucus meetings before returning to floor business. The first major floor action was Senate Bill 11, a residential safe room rebate program aimed at rural tornado preparedness. Supporters described it as a way to use FEMA or private funds to help homeowners build personal storm shelters that could also serve neighbors; one senator opposed it over a fiscal note and concerns about unintended consequences in rural areas. The Senate adopted a committee substitute and passed SB 11 by a vote of 33–3. The Senate then considered Senate Bill 8 on public utilities and PSC intervention procedures. A committee substitute and floor amendment were adopted to clarify intervention standards, limit delay tactics, allow written comments from non-intervenors, and revise transmission-line approval thresholds; supporters said the changes would improve PSC efficiency and protect ratepayers, while some senators objected to a provision moving records from the Energy and Environment Cabinet to the state auditor as politically motivated. SB 8 passed 30–5. Senate Bill 94, dealing with dealer compensation for warranty and recall work, was also amended and passed unanimously after supporters said it reflected agreement between auto dealers and manufacturers. Finally, Senate Bill 197 on economic development incentives was amended to create county tiers, expand incentives for distressed areas, allow cross-border projects near state lines, and correct clerical errors; it passed 36–0.
FL

Florida 2026 5th Special Session

Judiciary Apr 1st, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • I disagree with the sponsor. This puts a tool, a weapon, a hatchet...
  • I disagree with the sponsor.
  • I disagree with the sponsor. This puts a tool, a weapon, a hatchet. I disagree with the sponsor.
  • I've spoken to the sponsor.
  • And I also want to thank Senator Leak for co-sponsoring this bill with me.
Summary: The committee first took up SB 1272 on guardianship, which would limit a guardian’s ability to isolate an adult ward from family and require notice to family or other named persons about major events such as a ward’s death or medical relocation. Senator Jones said the bill was intended to curb abuse by bad actors while not affecting good-faith guardians. Fortuna Smuggler and Phyllis Smith spoke in support, describing the need for family notification and closure. The bill passed unanimously, 8-0, and was reported favorably. The committee then considered CS/SB 1284 on wrongful death for an unborn child. Senator Graal explained that the bill would expand Florida’s Wrongful Death Act to allow parents to recover economic and non-economic damages for the death of an unborn child. An amendment was adopted to define “unborn child” as a member of the species Homo sapiens carried in the womb and to state that the act does not authorize a wrongful death action against the mother or a health care provider acting within the applicable standard of care. The amendment drew questions about abortion, medical emergencies, and whether fathers could sue; the sponsor said the bill was not intended to create claims against mothers or lawful medical care. Public testimony was sharply divided, with supporters arguing it gives families parity and accountability, and opponents warning it could be used to target abortion care, increase malpractice pressure, and worsen physician shortages. The committee approved the bill as amended by a 6-4 vote. Finally, the committee heard a strike-all amendment to SB 1288 on parental rights. The amendment would strengthen parental consent requirements for minors’ medical care, with exceptions for emergencies, court orders, certain legal categories of minors, and other existing statutory exceptions. It also would require parental consent for treatment related to STD screening, give parents more control over school or health surveys, and address use of biofeedback devices. Supporters said the measure restores parents’ authority and protects children from inappropriate questioning or treatment, while opponents argued it could block needed care for minors in unsafe homes, reduce access to STI treatment and mental health services, and create unintended consequences. The amendment was adopted, and the committee continued hearing testimony on the bill.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Judiciary Committee Jun 16th, 2026

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • I also want to thank the author and sponsors.
  • I also want to thank the author and sponsors.
  • I'm happy to be here on behalf of sponsor Attorney General Rob Bonta's office.
  • We've been working with the author and the sponsors.
  • We've been working with the author and the sponsors.
Keywords: 988, house, all
MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

2026 Legislative Session - Day Seventy - Thursday, May 14 - Morning Session

Missouri House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Speaker, to inquire of the bill sponsor.
  • Every single co-sponsor that has co-sponsored my HCR 28 and H.R. 4 last year.
  • The lady, the bill sponsor, and the lady from St.
  • Speaker, but at least the bill sponsor is.
  • I think the bill sponsor has articulated the return.
Keywords: 959, house, all
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

Senate Transportation (04/14/2026)

Transportation

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:27:29.600> And<00:27:29.840> he sponsor, "Hey, how about ID?"
  • And he sponsor, "Hey, how about ID?"
  • Um, and try to explain sponsor the bill.
  • Would you be willing to work with the sponsor if they wanted to discuss that with you? Absolutely.
  • if they wanted to discuss that sponsor if they wanted to discuss that with<01:05:18.319> you?
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Ways and Means Education Committee Feb 18th, 2026

Ways and Means Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • There were no questions for the sponsor.
  • >> Any questions for the sponsor? >> Any questions for the sponsor?
  • questions or comments for the sponsor? questions or comments for the sponsor?
  • Any questions for the sponsor?
  • Any questions for sponsor? >> Right. Any questions for sponsor?
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

Senate Finance (04/08/2025)

Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • Certainly, in the employer sponsored Certainly, in the employer sponsored part<00:28:08.159>
  • Currently, about 70% of the 312 or so employers that are sponsoring are fully sponsoring, so they're
  • 312 or so employers that are sponsoring 312 or so employers that are sponsoring are<00:29:09.760
  • > fully<00:29:10.080> sponsoring.
  • So they're fully are fully sponsoring.
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

Judiciary Apr 1st, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • I disagree with the sponsor.
  • While the sponsor, the bill may claim that this has nothing to do with abortion.
  • I do not scribe to the sponsor, a hidden agenda for for purposes of this bill at all.
  • And we have spoken to the sponsor. No, that's not his intent.
  • I also want to thank Senator leak for co-sponsoring this boat. Me.
Keywords: 999, senate, all