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OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 28th, 2026 at 09:00 am

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Right, young ladies and gentlemen, these are. Thank you for being here for this week.
  • Paxton, asham's consent that the vote on the bill be considered to vote on an emergency given those right
  • And I plant my flag up here on protecting property rights. and just rule of life.
  • Green, Adam's consent that the vote on the bill be considered the vote on the emergency giving those rights
  • President, no, not right offhand, I don't.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Apr 28th, 2026

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • She's fighting for parents' rights and things like that, I guess leaping over tall buildings and things
  • I understand you, right? Would they have culinary degrees or would they have education?
  • All right, without objection, that will be the order. Will there be changes?
  • Because ultimately, the criminal case, it's a person's rights, as an American citizen, rights to a fair
  • And so just out of concern for due process, right, our basic constitutional guarantees, when a judge
Summary: The Senate began with ceremonial recognitions for several student groups and community visitors, including Carl Albert High School’s boys and girls swim teams, the Lady Titans basketball team, and the Choctaw High School speech and debate team. Senators and coaches highlighted the teams’ state championships, academic achievements, and perseverance, and the chamber also welcomed visiting groups from Aline, Owasso, and Tulsa County. After the presentations, the Senate returned to general order and took up a series of House bills. Among the measures considered, House Bill 3720 expanded the Local Food Freedom Act by raising the gross annual sales threshold for local food establishments from under $75,000 to $250,000; it passed 39-4. House Bill 3849 updated the Oklahoma mentoring children of incarcerated parents program and passed 42-1. House Bill 3882 created a revolving fund for industrial and lake access improvement projects and passed 33-9, then also passed the emergency clause 39-4. House Bill 3919 reduced county free fair association boards from nine members to five to address quorum problems and passed 45-0. House Bill 3941 codified a pay raise for a court secretary and passed 45-0, including its emergency clause. House Bill 4118 updated the family caregiver tax credit and passed 44-1. House Bill 4141 removed the sunset on the statewide sexual assault nurse examiner coordinator position and passed 45-0. The chamber also debated several policy bills more extensively. House Bill 4268 created a growth-based teacher compensation program using Oklahoma Teacher Empowerment Funds and restored a $5,000 stipend for national board-certified teachers; it passed 45-0 and its emergency clause also passed 45-0. House Bill 4342 allowed prior instances of domestic violence or abuse to be admitted as propensity evidence in court, with supporters saying it would help interrupt the cycle of abuse and opponents raising due process concerns; it passed after debate. House Bill 4428 required public pension plans to base proxy voting decisions solely on financial considerations, and House Bill 4429 required proxy advisors to disclose when recommendations were not based on financial analysis; both passed after debate, 35-8 and 37-7 respectively. Two Rule 7-9 motions to pull House Bills 4422 and 4423 from committee and place them on general order failed by recorded vote. The Senate then announced Denim Day for domestic violence and sexual assault awareness, noted a few final reminders, and adjourned until April 29, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Session Apr 2nd, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • That's right.
  • So I'm right then, right? I believe so.
  • That's right.
  • That's right. That's right. Yes sir. But we also agree.
  • That's right. That's right. That's on your bill. Correct?
Summary: In this meeting, significant discussions revolved around the passage and modification of various Senate Bills, including SB1388, which pertains to family support services under the Health and Human Services Commission. Senator Kolkhorst advocated for the bill, emphasizing its focus on pro-life, family-centered care. The committee passed the bill after thorough examination, showcasing a collaborative effort among the members to ensure its alignment with successful past initiatives. In another session, Senator Hughes presented SB942, aimed at retroactive child support linked to prenatal care, which sparked a constructive dialogue reflecting bipartisan support for maternal and child welfare.
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Mar 10th, 2026

County and Municipal Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • . >> Right. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
  • Right now, uh, we have titles in Alabama.
  • It kind of defines what your consumer rights are, you know, and they're listed on the right box there
  • >> Right. Yes, ma'am. They're supportive of this. >> All right.
  • >> Right. Yes, ma'am. They're they're >> Right. Yes, ma'am.
Bills: SB292 , HB351 , HB141 , HB273 , SB292 , HB351 , HB141 , HB273
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Business and Insurance 2ND REVISED Mar 5th, 2026 at 09:30 am

Business and Insurance

Transcript Highlights:
  • This is a nationwide issue right now. And so, I'm always happy to take feedback.
  • So to be able to do that, though, you have to be able to buy it, right?
  • I don't remember the exact hours right now offhand.
  • This is not an insurance bill; this is a beer bill, right?
  • Right? I mean, we cannot prevent sick or demented people from doing sick and Demented things.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Business and Insurance 2ND REVISED Mar 5th, 2026

Business and Insurance

Transcript Highlights:
  • I don't remember the exact hours right now offhand. Follow up.
  • This is a beer bill, right? This should be a little bit easier and maybe more fun.
  • And so reasonable normally is how you define simple negligence, right?
  • And so reasonable normally is how you define simple negligence, right?
  • He's just at the wrong entrance, right?
Summary: The Business and Insurance Committee considered a series of bills focused on credit card interchange fees, insurance regulation, alcohol licensing, utility contractor authority, medical marijuana bonding, and business liability. Senators Thompson’s SB 2102 and SB 1940 sought to limit swipe fees on large financial institutions and on taxes and tips, respectively; both passed after questions about the asset thresholds and their impact on merchants and banks. SB 1625, by Senator Fricks, would let the Oklahoma Insurance Department prepare impact analyses on health benefit plan legislation, and passed unanimously. SB 1442, by Senator Dossett, lowered distiller licensing fees, created a microdistillery license, and restored a liability insurance proof requirement through an amendment; it passed 11-0. SB 1623, by Floor Leader Daniels, would revise the state credit union charter and passed 11-0. SB 1242, by Senator Hamilton, increased the bond required for medical marijuana grows from $50,000 to $100,000 and passed 10-0. The committee also heard SB 1949 from Senator Logan, which would allow utility contractors to work closer to buildings on private property, up to five feet from structures, instead of stopping at the property line. The bill drew extended questioning from Senator Brooks about permitting, training, liability, and the relationship between utility contractors and plumbers; an industry representative testified that utility contractors already do much of the work under licensed plumbers and that the bill would reduce costs and speed projects, especially in rural areas. SB 1949 passed 8-2. Senator Reinhardt’s SB 1592 and SB 1913, both insurance-related committee substitutes, were described as ongoing negotiations aimed at homeowner insurance transparency and consumer protections; members were told the bills were still being refined, but both passed, 9-1 and 10-0, respectively. Additional measures included SB 592, which would let distributors issue credits to retailers after repeated product replacements, aimed at reducing losses from poor inventory control at large retailers; it passed 9-0. SB 992 would provide civil liability protection for businesses and property owners when violent criminal acts occur on their premises, except in cases of gross negligence; it prompted debate over gun-free zones, security, insurance, and whether the bill would reduce incentives for safety measures, but passed 5-3. Finally, SB 1241 created the Oklahoma Fraud and Ticketing Accountability Act to address fake tickets, bots, deceptive resale websites, and venue liability in the live-event market; supporters included arts venues, and the bill passed 8-0. The committee adjourned after completing its agenda.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/18/2026 - Senate Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency

Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency

Transcript Highlights:
  • All right, I don't know if it's a male or a female. All right, well then that's it, ma'am.
  • All right.
  • All right. Let's see her. All right. Steve Wagner. Okay, Steve's over there.
  • All right, gentlemen, looks like that's it for today. All right. Thank you.
  • All right.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/18/2026 - Senate Public Safety

Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • side, right?
  • Right.
  • So that is how I look at that, right? Am I off or wrong on that? Okay, that's right.
  • So at the right now, we do still have some amendments that we want to work on, right?
  • At the right now, we do still have some amendments that we want to work on, right?
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations and Budget Natural Resources Subcommittee Feb 9th, 2026 at 10:30 am

A&B Natural Resources Subcommittee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The turnover is about 20% right now. Any other questions? Do I hear a motion?
  • Also, right, can you hear me now? Yeah, that sounds good.
  • We've got to get studying it right here in our own state.
  • Yeah, and they do that at the point source right as it leaves the treatment plant.
  • So right now, the money goes to the public education.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Feb 5th, 2026

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Summary: The Oklahoma Senate convened, the clerk called the roll, and a quorum was declared. The session opened with prayer, followed by a gallery introduction recognizing the Convention of States Organization and related guests in the North Gallery for Capital Freedom Day and the 250th anniversary of the nation. The Senate also granted unanimous consent for an entourage to come to the floor. Senator Bullard presented a citation of valor honoring multiple law enforcement officers from Atoka County, Stringtown, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, and Tulsa Police Department for their response to a dangerous May 2025 incident involving a high-speed pursuit and armed confrontation. The citation praised their courage, coordination, and actions that helped protect civilians and resolve the situation safely. The Senate extended its gratitude to the officers, and members of law enforcement present were recognized on the floor. Several floor introductions and announcements followed, including recognition of a UCO student intern, Senator Alvord’s mother-in-law, and caucus and committee notices. Announcements included Republican caucus meeting plans, committee meetings for Business and Insurance and Energy, a Diabetes Caucus meeting, a Women’s Caucus social event, and a note that the Senate won the prior day’s blood drive competition. No legislation was debated or voted on, and the Senate adopted a motion to adjourn until Monday, February 9, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Ways and Means General Fund Committee Feb 4th, 2026

Ways and Means General Fund

Transcript Highlights:
  • I think it may even increase the number of permits by those being disabled. Yeah, I think so.
  • . disabled. disabled.
  • &gt;&gt; Um now this will be once the joint fund is<00:11:41.600><c> passed,</c><00:11:42.079><c> right
  • It it should be is passed, right?
  • I appreciate it. >> All right. Any other questions?
Bills: HB247 , HB317 , HB318 , HB253 , HB271 , HB135 , HB247 , HB317 , HB318 , HB253 , HB271 , HB135
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Community Affairs Feb 3rd, 2026

Community Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • All right, we are back in action.
  • All right, okay, all right.
  • All right.
  • Colorblindness is not a real thing, isn't an excuse, right? Let's be honest, right?
  • And sometimes we got it right, and sometimes we didn't get it right.
Bills: S0484 , S0698 , S0706 , S0968 , S1118 , S1122 , S1134 , S1320 , S1342 , S1548 , S1614
Summary: The committee heard several housing, local government, utility, and transparency bills. SB 1342 on transportation infrastructure and land development regulations, by Sen. Rouson, was presented as a housing-affordability measure modeled on the Live Local Act for transit corridors. After adopting an amendment that removed the bill’s compelling-governmental-interest language in enforcement provisions, the committee heard testimony from local-government and housing interests both supporting and opposing the bill’s zoning preemption approach. The bill was reported favorably. The committee also reported favorably CS/SB 1614, by Sen. Leek, which was amended to remove stormwater and code-enforcement spending provisions and to tighten restrictions on local governments seeking state appropriations after audits or without required affirmations. SB 1548, the next Live Local Act iteration by Sen. Claddie Ude, was also reported favorably; it expands where Live Local projects may be located and adds fair-housing protections. SB 968 on home backup power systems, by Sen. McLean, was reported favorably after testimony from builders and energy-related stakeholders, with the sponsor noting he was still working on amendments to refine permit provisions. The committee then approved CS/SB 698, by Sen. Martin, which allows building permits for single-family homes to be issued before septic permits are finalized if application has been made, while still requiring septic approval before occupancy. Builders testified that septic permit delays were causing lengthy project delays and contract cancellations. The committee also reported favorably SB 1320, by Sen. Martin, requiring county tax-increase referenda to include a Department of Financial Services spending analysis if available; the sponsor said the goal was to give voters more standardized fiscal information, while opponents argued existing law already provides similar transparency. SB 484, by Sen. Avila, on data centers, was reported favorably after an amendment adding a knowledge requirement to the foreign-country-of-concern service prohibition; the bill addresses local planning authority, nondisclosure agreements, utility tariff requirements, and water-use limits for large data centers. The committee also reported favorably SB 1118, by Sen. Avila, creating a one-year public-records exemption for data-center location and proprietary information, with testimony split between economic-development supporters and transparency concerns. Finally, the committee took up SB 706, by Sen. Mayfield, preempting naming of major commercial service airports to the state and designating Palm Beach International Airport as Donald J. Trump International Airport subject to federal and trademark conditions; it was reported favorably after questions about local input and airport naming. The committee then heard extensive public testimony on SB 1134, by Sen. Yarbrough, which would prohibit counties and municipalities from funding, promoting, or taking official actions related to DEI and would create penalties and a private right of action for residents. The sponsor argued the bill was aimed at preventing taxpayer-funded DEI programs and cited examples from Jacksonville and other jurisdictions; opponents said the bill was vague, overbroad, and would chill local programs, public education, and civil-rights-related activities. The transcript ends during continued public testimony on SB 1134, with no final committee action shown in the excerpt.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Health Care & Wellness Jan 30th, 2026 at 08:00 am

Health Care & Wellness

Transcript Highlights:
  • All right.
  • All right, go for it. Yep. Oh, okay. Offline? Okay, sounds good. All right.
  • All right, whenever you're ready. Great. Thank you.
  • I urge you to do the right thing for our patients.
  • We agree it's moving in the right direction.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development May 14th, 2025

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • But if you make it a property right, it's still mine.
  • We like the bill, we just... ...want that carve-out for rights, right?
  • right, just within one hour of testimony.
  • That's your DNA; it's your right to that.
  • They have the right to close.
Bills: SB315 , SB584 , SB1228 , SB1484 , SB1860 , SB1802
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Apr 30th, 2025

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence

Transcript Highlights:
  • Yeah, that's right.
  • Right, so they had the policy, but they had policy there, right?
  • All right.
  • All right. Members, any questions? All right. Thank you, Chairman.
  • I'm happy to take any questions and reserve the right. right to close.
TX
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • thinking, does a bot have free speech rights, right?
  • Right, right. Okay, thank you. Thank you very much for the questions. Thank you, Senator.
  • All right. All right, okay. Ready? Yeah, really. I love it.
  • Yes, you heard that right.
  • right to freedom of speech.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • My name is Sheila Hamfield with Texas Right to Know.
  • Right. It applies to all faiths. Yeah. Okay. All right. No, no, no offense to present.
  • There is Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and in fact, the Office of Civil Rights of the Department
  • All right.
  • And I personally believe that if you have to know your own rights and fight for your own rights, you
Committee: Senate Education