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FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-03-13 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Last legislative session, we expanded the definition for persistently low-performing schools for the
- I commend you for that, and I look forward to working with you on that in future sessions because no
- Subcommittee, and Representative Barrero, CS for CS for House Bill 399, a bill to be entitled an act
- Thank you so much for your service this regular session.
- Thank you so much for your service this regular session.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband Apr 16th, 2025
S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband
Transcript Highlights:
- Everyone, I want to thank you for being here at the public hearings of the Subcommittee on Telecommunications
- These archaeological surveys can cost thousands of dollars to conduct. lay work for months.
- I want to thank Chair. for working with one of our members on this bill.
- Transportation and Public Works Director for the City of Fort Worth, Snapper Carr, an attorney for the
- of the city for that public works project to be forced to change either.
Committee:
House S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband
Keywords:
telecommunications, local exchange companies, universal service fund, rate maintenance, business expansion, broadband access, internet service, multiunit residential properties, urban areas, affordability programs, fiber-optic cables, public land, construction permits, environmental impact, notification requirements, municipal projects, infrastructure, facility relocation, public right-of-way, 1184
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee Nov 6th, 2025
Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- We are also seeing states start to prepare for these changes by holding special sessions and convening
- About our wildfire grants, but the work we do in collaboration with the Forest Service and the need for
- I am interested in your top proposals for the coming legislative session.
- Once again, just devastating for a community that small. People have learned to work the system.
- IPRA, the The amount of work that we help assist in for IPRA is outrageous.
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Government Finance Committee Mar 19th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- But 99% of the time it works. Thank you for that. So, but 99% of the time it works.
- So when you left for the regular session, you know, we were forecasting for the four major revenues for
- So when you left for the regular session, you know, we were forecasting for the four major revenues for
- We're shooting for four program evaluators that will be working to, well, right now they're working on
- our transportation study subcommittee, and Greg Steeman will give the update for the other study for
Summary:
The Government Finance Committee met with new leadership, approved the December 11 minutes, and received a series of informational updates on the state’s finances and related policy issues. The Office of Management and Budget reported the general fund is tracking very close to forecast, with revenues about $2 million above forecast and an estimated ending balance of about $397 million, higher than previously expected. OMB also reviewed balances in major funds, including the budget stabilization fund, legacy fund, foundation aid stabilization fund, social services fund, and strategic investment and improvements fund, and answered questions about oil tax revenues and fund management.
The Tax Department provided updates on taxable sales and purchases by county and industry, noting Cass County as the largest county by taxable sales and that retail trade remains the largest industry sector. Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus also discussed the federal One Big Beautiful Bill Act and its estimated effects on North Dakota income tax collections, explaining that the projected revenue impacts are measured against a 2025 baseline and that some provisions are temporary while others are permanent. He also reported that primary residence tax credit applications were running ahead of last year, with more than 154,000 received so far and an expectation of roughly 160,000-plus applications.
The committee also heard fee-study presentations from the Department of Transportation and the Information Technology Department. DOT explained that driver’s license fees cover only about half of program costs and that the shortfall is subsidized by the highway fund, while also noting recent changes such as the blackout plate and motor vehicle excise tax distribution changes. NDIT described its internal service fund model, current billing structure, and possible future changes to simplify invoices and billing frequency. Legislative staff also updated the committee on office space needs in Bismarck-Mandan and on legislative branch space planning, and subcommittees reported progress on fixed-route transit funding and regional jail capacity, including a visit to the Burleigh-Morton detention facility and discussion of future prison bed needs. No formal votes or legislative actions beyond approving the minutes were taken, and the committee adjourned with its next meeting set for June 25.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
FL House Floor Session - 2025-04-25 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- CS for CS for HB 1221 provides us additional flexibility as we work through the budget and work through
- Lombardo for working with me on this bill.
- It maintains a 30-hour cap for minors working while school is in session unless a parent or superintendent
- It maintains a 30-hour cap for minors working while school is in session unless a parent or superintendent
- So thank you for your work. Thank you for your advocacy. Thank you.
Summary:
The House opened with prayer, a moment of silence for fallen Oviedo Officer Jimmy Serrano-Torres, the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognition of Chief Joseph Tuminelli as law enforcement officer of the day. The Rules and Ethics Committee report setting the special order calendar was adopted, and the Speaker announced schedule changes for the following week, including canceling the floor session on Monday and starting Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.
The main floor action centered on CS/HB 7033, the House tax package. Sponsor Rep. Duggan described broad tax changes, including reducing the state sales tax rate from 6% to 5.25%, exempting certain bullion sales, repealing the aviation fuel tax, delaying the natural gas fuel tax, changing corporate income tax treatment for charitable trusts, reducing the pari-mutuel tax on card rooms, and major changes to tourist development tax (TDT) use. The bill would redirect most TDT revenue toward property tax relief, dissolve tourist development councils, and include related property tax and local tax administration changes. Several amendments were debated: a Driscoll amendment to preserve local TDT flexibility failed; Duggan’s amendment giving local governments 25% discretion over TDT revenues was adopted; Eskamani’s combined-reporting amendment failed; and a Duggan amendment requiring audit certification of compliance with the TDT/property tax relief provisions was adopted. After debate, CS/HB 7033 passed 78-29.
The House then took up CS/CS/HB 1221 on local option taxes, which was presented as a companion-style measure to give local governments more flexibility while redirecting TDT revenues toward property tax relief. Supporters argued the bill would provide immediate relief to property owners and restore accountability in local tax use, while opponents warned it would undermine tourism funding, infrastructure, and local services. An amendment allowing local governments to retain 25% of TDT revenues for general purposes was adopted, and the bill passed 62-45 after floor debate.
The final item shown was the reading of CS/CS/HJR 1257, a proposed constitutional amendment related to property tax exemptions and assessment limits, but the transcript cuts off before debate or action on that measure.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2025-04-25 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- CS for CS for HB 1221 provides us additional flexibility as we work through the budget and work through
- Lombardo for working with me on this bill.
- It maintains a 30-hour cap for minors working while school is in session unless a parent or superintendent
- So thank you for your work. Thank you for your advocacy.
- So thank you for your work.
Summary:
The House opened with prayer, a moment of silence for fallen Oviedo Officer Jimmy Serrano-Torres, the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognition of Chief Joseph Tuminelli as law enforcement officer of the day. The chamber approved the journal and adopted the special order report, and the Speaker announced a schedule change canceling the floor on Monday and starting Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.
The main business was CS for HB 7033, the House tax package, presented by Rep. Duggan. He described a broad set of tax changes, including the previously passed sales tax rate reduction from 6% to 5.25%, exemptions for certain bullion sales, changes to tourist development tax (TDT) use, property tax administration updates, affordable housing-related exemptions, repeal of the aviation fuel tax, delayed natural gas fuel tax implementation, corporate income tax changes, and other provisions. Debate focused heavily on the TDT section and the bill’s property tax relief structure. Amendments to preserve local flexibility or remove the TDT restrictions were offered and debated; one Duggan amendment was adopted to allow local governments to keep 25% of TDT revenues for general use while directing 75% to property tax relief, and another amendment requiring audit certification of compliance was also adopted. A combined reporting amendment offered by Rep. Eskamani to close corporate tax loopholes was debated at length but failed.
On final passage, supporters argued the bill provides immediate, permanent tax relief and affordability help, while opponents said it diverts tourism dollars away from local needs and could harm tourism-dependent counties and services. CS for HB 7033 passed the House 78-29. The chamber then took up CS for CS for HB 1221 on local option taxes, which would give local governments more control over certain local taxes and, as presented, redirect TDT revenues toward property tax relief with some local flexibility. After questions and amendments, including a Miller amendment allowing 25% of TDT revenue for general purposes and another accountability amendment, the bill moved to final debate. Members split sharply: supporters framed it as immediate tax relief and local accountability, while opponents warned it would undermine tourism marketing, infrastructure, and county budgets. The transcript ends during closing debate on HB 1221, before final passage is recorded.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
April 15, 2025 - 09:00 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- THE JUSTICE BUDGET SUBCOMMITTEE WILL COME TO ORDER, MS.
- I WAS WAITING FOR A QUORUM.
- FOR EACH CHAMBER AND THAT MARKS THE FIRST STEP IN THE PROCESS THAT EVENTUALLY BECOMES THE BUDGET FOR
- THANK YOU FOR YOUR INDULGENCE.
- >> Chair Maney: THANKS FOR THE QUESTION.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-02-04 (4:00PM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- By Student Academic Success Subcommittee and Representative Gossett Seidman and others, CS for House
- By Health Professions and Program Subcommittee and Representative Salzman, C.S. for House Bill 237, a
- this work under really any sort of be in the line of fire for this work under really any circumstances
- By Judiciary Committee, Criminal Justice Subcommittee, and Representative Maney and others, CS for CS
- By Judiciary Committee, Criminal Justice Subcommittee, and Representative Maney and others, CS for CS
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Article III Feb 25th, 2025
Appropriations - S/C on Article III
Transcript Highlights:
- state, to expand opportunities for our students, for our communities, and for our. and committed to working
- today, and I'm going to say thank you for all the work you do for Texas and for the cause of higher
- And I look forward to working with you during this session. I have been in this role for 11 years.
- Admiral, thank you for all the work you do.
- Thank you all for the work you did last session for the historic funding that you put into the work.
Committee:
House Appropriations - S/C on Article III
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- for the 89th legislative session.
- As the chair of the Transportation Committee for the 88th legislative session, I chaired a hearing on
- If they're working for us, either our own or private sector, they're evaluated.
- That's really what we need to do if an engineer is working for a city or a county.
- So I can work on that for you. And Mark, would TxDOT please help us? with that as well.
Committee:
House S/C on Transportation Funding
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 29th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I want to thank, I think, our subcommittee chair, Mr. Ramos, for his incredible work.
- Bernardino, for his work in this area.
- Pasadena and from Thousand Oaks for that important work.
- And I want to thank our budget subcommittee chair and our health policy chair for their important work
- , for our working.
Summary:
The Assembly convened after a quorum call, prayer, and pledge, then moved through a largely procedural session with several unanimous-consent motions, guest introductions, and budget-related trailer bills. Members also adopted resolutions recognizing June as Dairy Month and June 2026 as Electronic Dance Music Month, and later approved H.R. 88 commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Guest introductions highlighted the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Kappa League, Assembly staff member Mukhtar Ali, and Jennifer Levy, who is advocating against drunk driving after the death of her son.
On the floor, the Assembly considered a series of Senate budget trailer bills presented by Assembly Member Gabriel. SB 170 reorganizes housing and homelessness agencies; SB 171 makes labor-related cleanup changes; SB 172 addresses general government, broadband, and NextGen 9-1-1; SB 174 extends remote court hearings and related court provisions; SB 177 advances options related to Medi-Cal and employer contributions; SB 180 extends the California Competes tax credit and conforms tax treatment for certain savings accounts; SB 169 covers transportation and DMV-related provisions; SB 168 creates a zero-emission vehicle incentive program and other clean-energy changes; SB 166 implements natural resources and environmental protection budget items; SB 165 extends the skilled nursing facility financing framework; SB 163 updates developmental services; and SB 135 funds higher education initiatives, including community college enrollment and Cal Grant changes. Most of these measures passed with bipartisan support, though several drew opposition over concerns about bureaucracy, fees, oversight, or policy direction.
The Assembly also passed SB 719, which updates vehicle-related protections for domestic violence survivors, SB 97, an urgency bill making clarifying changes to digital financial asset law, SB 1350, which supports hydrogen and clean energy development, and SB 1344, which aims to reduce meritless lawsuits delaying affordable and supportive housing projects. AB 182, which sets the order for proposition numbers on the November ballot, was approved despite criticism that it manipulates the ballot numbering process. Votes on the measures were recorded, with many passing on strong margins and several transmitted immediately to the Senate or Governor as noted in the proceedings.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Other - PSCOC Apr 22nd, 2026
Public School Capital Outlay Oversight Task Force
Transcript Highlights:
- Great, thank you for all your work in that area. Victoria just joined us.
- for we're working in a 1970s building for auto and welding, and they want to expand that.
- Thank you, Daniel, for your hard work for us.
- Thank you, Daniel, for your hard work for us. You're welcome. Okay.
- So this is really key for this council. So appreciate. All the work on it and the continued work.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
January 14, 2025 - 01:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair: Well, members, welcome to our Civil Justice Subcommittee meeting for the 2025 Legislative Session
- Just curious what we're working with on the subcommittee. So I'll go first.
- And for that, I've been traveling a decent amount and working long hours.
- She tends to take the lead on that while I clean up from dinner, as that's worked for us for years.
- Knope works hard to provide for his family and does work Ms. Perkins: long hours, which leaves Mrs.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 13th, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- But I was working for that Republican leader.
- I think at this moment in time this budget bill represents for me a work in progress. and a work in good
- We're working for perfection, right?
- And so I want to thank the, again, the staff for working diligently, working extreme hours in order to
- I will be voting for this budget. We still have work to do.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- chairs for their hard work last year.
- And I want to thank the work of the Department of Finance and the L.A.O. for all your hard work and steering
- I, again, want to thank the Chair for our incredible work and all your entire team, and thank you for
- So we're grateful for all of their hard work.
- Thank you for the work that you do to allow this process to move forward.
Committee:
House Budget
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Energy and Natural Resources Apr 10th, 2025 at 10:00 am
Energy and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- Point of clarification: I work for the Department of Environmental Quality and not the Department of
- As a little background, there is a desire, and has been for several sessions, to have a uniform on-site
- Questions for Mr. Glott? Mr.
- I don't need additional work. We don't need additional work. Let it go. Let's sleep in dollars lie.
- We're not asking for an FTE. The 995, I think it's just for the next biennium.
Committee:
House Energy and Natural Resources
Summary:
The House Energy and Natural Resources Committee met with a quorum and took up several bills, beginning with Senate Bill 2267 on on-site wastewater systems. DEQ testified that the bill would make DEQ the sole agency responsible for developing statewide wastewater code and licensing installers, replace local public health unit codes, create enforcement authority and civil penalties, and provide a $99,500 general fund appropriation for implementation. Members discussed whether the bill and proposed amendments adequately protected existing functioning or nonconforming septic systems, and DEQ said it would compare the Senate amendment with the committee’s draft and return the next day with feedback.
The committee then considered Senate Bill 2339, a wildfire mitigation plan bill, and adopted amendment 02001 with a change from “Shell” to “May” on one line. After amendment, the bill passed 9-3 on a do pass as amended vote, despite opposition from members who argued it created a utility carve-out, reduced liability exposure for utilities, and incentivized safety without requiring compliance. The companion study bill, Senate Bill 2340, on fire service operational response needs also received a do pass recommendation, and the committee later agreed it should be handled on the floor before the mitigation bill so the two measures could be explained together.
The committee also approved Senate Bill 2210, a study bill on watershed boundaries, with members noting it would help inform ongoing work on related water legislation. Finally, Senate Bill 2325, dealing with ordinary high watermark determination, received a unanimous do not pass recommendation after members expressed concern that high-water-mark language is difficult to define and may be better addressed in a separate study or resolution. The committee adjourned after noting that DEQ would return the next day with proposed amendments and that work on Senate Bill 2276 would continue with interested parties.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Article I, IV, V Mar 5th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Just for reference we Is for them.
- DPS, um, for technical adjustments, the first item is for Alamo Security.
- This is uh 57 million for 260.3 FTEs specifically for the call center.
- So this is for folks that are, this is specifically for DPSG.
- That being said, uh, I wanna thank everybody for all their hard work today and their trust and understanding
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Status of Persons with Disabilities Apr 27th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- want to work, earn an income and a wage, and really work on that independence for employment.
- So that's one way that we're looking for the work to continue.
- And I know a lot of the work for BCCI is focused on work early, expect success, and thinking about it
- And I wanted to snatch you up for this subcommittee so they can hear all of this great work.
- And I wanted to snatch you up for this subcommittee so they can hear all of this great work.
Summary:
The Employment Subcommittee of the Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities met on April 27 and approved the prior meeting minutes. The main presentation was from the Lawrence Partnership for Transition to Employment (LPTE), a five-year Administration for Community Living grant focused on improving transition outcomes for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Lawrence. Presenters described the project’s community conversations, consortium model, and four work groups, with emphasis on the family-partnership work group and a survey designed to better understand family engagement, barriers, and expectations around transition planning.
The survey results showed that family participation increased significantly after Lawrence Public Schools helped distribute it, rising from a small number of responses to more than 200. Key findings included barriers such as meeting times, language access, child care, and limited understanding of IEPs and transition timelines. Families generally expected college or employment outcomes for their children, but many reported limited awareness of pre-employment training and transition planning, especially for younger students. Lawrence Public Schools described its five-person transition team, bilingual resources, workshops, and a new transition website, while noting that even with added supports, engagement remained lower than hoped and requires ongoing relationship-building.
Committee members asked about cultural outreach, early transition planning, college and trade pathways, summer youth employment, and how to expand real-world work experiences. Presenters said the district is trying to start transition conversations earlier, improve access to accommodations and postsecondary options, and expand employment experiences beyond simulated settings. They also noted that the LPTE resource hub will be transferred to the Arc and remain available after the grant ends in September, and that the consortium model may continue in some form. No votes or formal actions were taken beyond adjournment, and members were reminded of an upcoming meeting with Seed on Massachusetts as a model employer and a future presentation from the Office of Veterans Affairs.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Apr 23rd, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- communities across the state, providing child care and after-school programs for working families, The
- state providing childcare and after-school programs for working families, swim lessons, water safety
- Rob and I were fortunate to work together for many years. I first met him around 2010.
- Members, the next floor session is scheduled for Monday, April 27th at 2 p.m.
- Members, the next floor session is scheduled for Monday, April 27th at 2 p.m.
Summary:
The Senate opened with a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, then recognized the YMCA on its 175th anniversary and later welcomed officials from the city of Lindsay. The chamber then moved through confirmations for Frank Darnell Jr. to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board, Michelle Edgar to the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, and David Galavis to the State Park and Recreation Commission; all three appointments were confirmed after roll calls. The Senate also adopted a consent calendar of bills and resolutions without objection.
On the floor, senators debated Senate Joint Resolution 12 opposing federal offshore oil and gas leasing off California. Supporters argued offshore drilling would threaten coastal environments and public participation, while opponents said California’s energy shortages and affordability problems require more in-state production. The resolution passed. The Senate also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 118 urging release of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein investigation files to promote transparency and accountability for survivors, and Senate Resolution 99 declaring April 21, 2026, California Agriculture Day, with broad praise for the state’s agricultural industry and concerns raised about water, farmland loss, and farmworker treatment.
Finally, the Senate adopted Senate Resolution 100 designating April 16, 2026, as Breaking the Silence Day of Awareness to highlight child sexual abuse prevention, mandated reporting, and survivor support. The chamber then adjourned in memory of Rob Trice and Alwyn Ben Holman, honoring their service and community impact. The session concluded with announcements of upcoming budget subcommittee meetings and notice that the Senate would reconvene on April 27, 2026.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Apr 23rd, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- communities across the state, providing child care and after-school programs for working families,..
- The state providing childcare and after-school programs for working families, swim lessons, water safety
- working landscape of over 40 million acres in use for agricultural purposes, creating 1.5 million jobs
- Members, the next floor session is scheduled for Monday, April 27th at 2 p.m.
- Members, the next floor session is scheduled for Monday, April 27th at 2 p.m.
Summary:
The Senate convened with a roll call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance, then recognized the YMCA’s 175th anniversary through floor remarks highlighting its long history of community service, youth programs, child care, and civic engagement. The body then moved through routine messages and appointments, confirming three gubernatorial appointments: former Judge Frank Darnell Jr. to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board, Michelle Edgar to the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, and David Galavis to the State Park and Recreation Commission.
On third reading, senators debated and adopted Senate Joint Resolution 12, which opposes the federal offshore oil and gas leasing proposal off California and calls for California to be removed from the plan and for stronger environmental review and public participation. Supporters emphasized coastal protection and climate goals, while opponents argued the state faces energy supply and affordability problems and needs more domestic production. The resolution passed by roll call. The Senate also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 118, urging full release of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein investigation files to promote transparency and accountability for survivors, and Senate Resolution 99, declaring April 21, 2026, California Agriculture Day and recognizing the state’s agricultural production, farmworkers, and climate-smart practices.
The final major item was Senate Resolution 100, designating April 16, 2026, as Breaking the Silence Day of Awareness to raise awareness of child sexual abuse, support survivors, and expand prevention and mandated reporter training. The author and supporters spoke about the prevalence of abuse, the importance of reporting, and survivor support; the resolution was adopted unanimously. The Senate then lifted the calls and confirmed the earlier appointments, adopted the consent calendar, announced upcoming budget subcommittee meetings, and adjourned in memory of Rob Trice and Alwyn Ben Holman. The session ended with notice that the next floor session would be Monday, April 27, 2026, with Denim Day observed that day.