Video & Transcript Research : 'Hernandez Rojas'

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US
Transcript Highlights:
  • Hernandez Rojas.
  • Scott about his handling of the Rojas investigation.
  • Hernandez Rojas death, and none found any evidence of actions that were inconsistent with law, regulation
  • Hernandez Rojas.
  • Hernandez. as Rojas' family allegations of law enforcement misconduct in the investigation of his death
Summary: The meeting centered on the nomination of Rodney Scott to serve as the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Throughout the session, various senators expressed concerns regarding CBP's recent practices, including issues related to border security and the treatment of migrants. Questions were raised about Scott's involvement in previous incidents, particularly surrounding the controversial death of Mr. Hernandez Rojas while in custody, which sparked a heated discussion about accountability and transparency in current border policies. Senators emphasized the importance of balancing efficient border security with humane treatment of individuals seeking asylum.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs Apr 7th, 2025

S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • Ana Hernandez. I had the privilege of meeting Ms.
  • I learned about her son, Corporal Armando Hernandez. Corporal Hernandez was a dedicated Marine.
  • The Chair calls on Ana Hernandez. Ms. Hernandez, thank you for being here this morning.
  • The Chair calls Esmeralda Hernandez. Ms. Hernandez, thank you for being here today.
  • My name is Esmeralda Hernandez. I am 18 years old.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Apr 1st, 2025

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Richard Hayes, Thresa Meza, David Spiller, Briscoe Cain, Cole Hefner, Joe Moody, Liz Campos, Ana Hernandez
  • Mihaela Plesa, Gene Wu, Lulu Flores, Erin Zwiener, Daniel Alders, Katrina Pierson, Cassandra Garcia Hernandez
  • Garcia-Hernandez for her recognition. Thank you. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
  • Benavides, Ileana Garza Rojas, and Cassandra Hatfield. We also have Superintendent Dr.
  • HB 4398 by Garcia Hernandez, relating to the municipal permitting requirements for certain development
Bills: HJR4, HJR6, HB195, HB 13, HB143, HB135
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Highway 281 in Hidalgo County as the Jose Rojas Highway Memorial Highway to honor Border Patrol Processing
  • Testifying is one of the family members of Border Patrol agent Ricardo Hernandez.
  • My name is Ricardo Hernandez. So other than this, a surprise report of a tragic event...
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Public Safety Committee Mar 11th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • Arianna Montes with the Hernandez Strategy Group, on...
  • Ariana Montez with the Hernandez Strategy Group, on behalf of California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
  • Vanessa Rojas, Initiate Justice Action, strong support.
  • Vanessa Rojas, Initiate Justice Action, strong support.
Summary: The committee heard several public safety-related bills. AB 383 by Assembly Member Davies would expand and clarify firearm restrictions tied to juvenile adjudications, allow certain minor firearm possession for hunting or training with guardian approval, and authorize warrants in some domestic violence-related firearm surrender situations. Supporters, including a district attorney representative, argued it would close gaps in existing law and improve public safety; opponents said it would over-criminalize youth and disproportionately affect marginalized communities. The bill passed as amended to Appropriations. AB 400 by Assembly Member Pacheco would require law enforcement K-9 units to meet statewide POST standards covering training, use of force, and handler skills. Supporters said the bill would create consistency, accountability, and safer deployments; opponents argued the standards were inadequate and would legitimize harmful canine practices. After debate over whether the bill expanded canine use or simply standardized it, the committee approved AB 400 and sent it to Appropriations. AB 380 by Assembly Member Gonzalez would extend price-gouging protections during emergencies, including for hotels, food, essential goods and services, and commercial property, and would remove the 12-month lease limit loophole for rent gouging. Supporters said the bill responds to wildfire-related exploitation and provides clarity for disaster victims; business and landlord groups warned it could amount to commercial rent control and create uncertainty for future emergencies. The author said he would continue working on amendments, and the bill passed as amended to Appropriations. AB 358 by Assembly Member Alvarez would create a narrow exception to Cal-ECPA so law enforcement could inspect tracking or surveillance devices found in a person’s home, vehicle, or property with the finder’s consent. Supporters said the change would help stalking and domestic violence victims preserve evidence quickly; privacy advocates argued warrants and existing emergency exceptions already cover these situations. The chair proposed narrowing the language to “tracking or surveillance device,” and the bill was held on call after an initial roll with only three votes in favor. The transcript also began AB 247, which would raise pay for incarcerated hand crew firefighters, with testimony from formerly incarcerated firefighters in support, but the discussion was not completed in the excerpt.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Education Committee Mar 12th, 2025

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • Good afternoon Carlos Rojas with the Kern County Superintendent of Schools.
  • Carlos Rojas with the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office in opposition.
  • Today testifying with me in support of this bill is Zachy and Priscilla Hernandez. Thank you.
Keywords: 988, house, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Education Committee Apr 30th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • Asusena Hernandez, Executive Vice President at Families and Schools and a mother, 100% in support of
  • Hi, Sandy Hernandez, I'm an educator, and I am here on behalf of Families and Schools, and I am here
  • Carlos Rojas, representing the county superintendent in the school's office, and respectful opposition
  • Carlos Rojas, representing the current county superintendent in the schools, in support. Thank you.
  • Chair and committee members, Carlos Rojas, representing the Kern County superintendent of schools as
Summary: The Assembly Education Committee heard AB 84, a charter school accountability measure focused on non-classroom-based charter schools and fraud prevention. The author and supporters said the bill was intended to respond to the A3 charter fraud case and related scandals by strengthening audits, transparency, authorizer oversight, and funding determination rules, while ensuring public education dollars are used for public education. Supporters included FCMAT, CSEA, CTA, and CSBA, who argued the bill would improve oversight and protect taxpayers. Opponents, including the California Charter Schools Association, Green Dot, many charter parents, educators, and charter operators, said the bill was too broad, would impose major new costs and bureaucracy on all charter schools, and could reduce options for families, especially those using flexible, homeschool, or special-needs charter programs. After extensive testimony and committee discussion, the bill passed on a 5-1 vote and was sent to Appropriations, with the item left open for additional votes. The committee then approved a consent calendar of 11 education bills, including AB 542, AB 563, AB 731, AB 753, AB 784, AB 964, AB 988, AB 1034, AB 1233, AB 1255, and AB 1381, all moving to Appropriations. The consent calendar passed unanimously. Later, the committee heard AB 1454, a literacy and reading instruction bill authored by Assembly Members Rubio and Revis. The bill would require the state to create professional development resources for evidence-based literacy instruction, update English language arts and English language development instructional materials, and revise administrator preparation standards to include literacy training. The authors and a broad coalition of supporters, including CTA, EdVoice, Families in Schools, Decoding Dyslexia, school administrators, and parent advocates, described the measure as a compromise aimed at improving reading outcomes and addressing California’s literacy crisis. There was no opposition testimony at the hearing, and members voiced strong support for the bill and its collaborative approach.
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session Mar 27th, 2025

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • President Cynthia Garcia and an exceptional board, including Sarah Lucy, Brandy Lopez, Telly Colon, David Rojas
  • , JJ Hernandez, Deanna Marcel.
  • HB 3872 by Hernandez relating to the state Ambient air quality standards for benzy.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Education Committee Apr 30th, 2025

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • Azucena Hernandez, Executive Vice President at Families in Schools.
  • Sandy Hernandez. I am an educator and I am here on behalf of families and schools.
  • Carlos Rojas, representing the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office in respect. to continue to
  • My name is Chris Rojas representing the current County Superintendent of Schools in support.
  • Chair and committee members Carlos Rojas representing the Kern County Superintendent of Schools as well
Keywords: 988, house, all
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/09/2026 - House Health & Human Services

Health & Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • Seeing none, let's bring on our bill sponsor, Representative Hernandez. Representative Hernandez.
  • Hello members, Representative Hernandez from District 21.
  • Representative Hernandez: Please. Okay.
  • My name is Johnny Rojas. I'm a below-the-knee amputee.
  • Thank you, Representative Hernandez.
Summary: The committee heard and acted on several health care bills. HB 2726 would require Access contractors to cover diagnosis and treatment of mild obstructive sleep apnea, including a new prescription tongue-stimulation device; supporters said it offers an effective, less burdensome alternative to CPAP and could improve adherence and outcomes, while Access was neutral and raised concerns about cost and bypassing its normal clinical review. The committee adopted the Bliss amendment and then approved HB 2726 as amended on an 8-4 due-pass vote. HB 2435 would create a pathway for internationally trained physicians to receive a provisional Arizona medical license, with a later amendment adding a four-year supervised rural practice requirement and automatic conversion to a full license if criteria are met. Supporters argued it would help address severe physician shortages in rural and underserved areas, especially for cardiology and other specialties, and several doctors testified about their experience and the need for more access. Opponents, including the Arizona Medical Board, said the state already has a case-by-case licensure process for foreign-trained physicians and warned the bill could weaken safeguards and allow insufficiently vetted applicants. After adopting the amendment, the committee approved HB 2435 as amended on a due-pass recommendation. HB 2958 would require Access to cover comprehensive dental care for pregnant women age 21 and older, with a $500,000 pilot program and reporting requirements. The sponsor and public health advocates said preventive dental care during pregnancy can reduce infections and improve maternal and infant outcomes, and the bill drew broad support from health and advocacy groups. The committee passed HB 2958 on an 11-1 due-pass vote. The committee also approved HB 2176, which changes criteria and timelines for health care institution licensing complaints and informal dispute resolution, with supporters saying it would improve transparency and predictability for hospitals while preserving enforcement authority. Finally, the committee heard HB 2447, which would bar insurers from paying certified registered nurse anesthetists less than physicians for the same anesthesia service; opponents argued it would interfere with contract negotiations and raise costs, while supporters said insurer reimbursement cuts are harming rural access and shifting costs to hospitals. The transcript ends during testimony on HB 2447, before any committee vote on that bill.
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

House Chamber - Fri Mar 28, 2025, 12:00PM HST - Day 41

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Goodfellow, Mike Grat, Kawana Kino, Lauren Lore, Kylie Okazaki, Relle Oi, Donna Paw, Kelly Pototts, Jade Rojas
  • Goodfellow, Mike Grat, Kawana Kino, Lauren Lore, Kylie Okazaki, Relle Oi, Donna Paw, Kelly Pototts, Jade Rojas
  • Relle Oi, Donna Paw, Kelly<00:13:52.600> Pototts,<00:13:53.600> Jade<00:13:54.000> Rojas
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Keywords: 910, house, all
Summary: The House met with 47 members present and 4 excused, approved deferral of the journal reading, and received no messages from the governor. In Senate communications, the chamber received a Senate concurrent resolution and several House bills returned from the Senate with amendments; Representative Todd moved to disagree with the Senate amendments, and that motion carried by voice vote. The main business was adoption of large groups of standing committee reports. The House adopted reports 1662 through 1696, then 1697 through 1714, and later report 1715, with several members noting “no vote” or “with reservations” on specific measures. One extended floor exchange centered on a measure concerning emergency access in West Oahu, where Representative Souza argued for a second access point for Makakilo residents and referenced wildfire evacuation concerns; other members raised points of order under Rule 287, and the Speaker ruled on the debate. The House also suspended the rules to consider certain Senate bills on third reading by consent calendar. On third reading, the House passed Senate bills listed on page 18, including SB 100 and SB 112, with recorded no votes from several members and support with reservations from Representative Iwamoto, who said SB 100 was a home rule issue better handled at the county level. The chamber then heard announcements, including Representative Takayama’s request for donations of new or gently used women’s business attire for the YWCA Dress for Success program. The House adjourned until 12:00 noon Monday.
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

State Affairs May 7th, 2025

State Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chairman King, Hernandez, Ania, Darby, Davis, Garon, Ian Hall, McQueeney, Metcalf, Phelan, Raymond, Smithy
  • It's, uh, Rojas and Hale plaintiffs versus City of Ocala. I've read several cases.
Bills: SB 6, SB 11, SB 33
TX

Texas 89th Regular

State Affairs May 7th, 2025

State Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • Vice Chair Hernandez? Anchía? Darby? Davis? Aaron here. Ian Hall? McQueen? Mecca? Peña Raymond?
  • City of Ocala, it's Rojas and Hale. I've read several cases; that's not one of them.
Bills: SB6, SB11, SB33
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Committee Jun 22nd, 2026

Business, Professions and Economic Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • My name is Julian Hernandez from Lodi, and I am an FFA member, and I oppose.
  • My name is Julian Hernandez from Lodi, and I am an FFA member, and I oppose.
  • Hi, Alejandra Hernandez, a member of APG, owner of a farm and feed store in Fresno, and I strongly oppose
  • Good morning, my name is Jorge Antonio Hernandez.
  • Angelica Rojas from San Benito Health Foundation, former patient and daughter and granddaughter of former
Keywords: 987, senate, all
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Transcript Highlights:
  • behalf of my office and Representative Men's office, to introduce Consul General Peru Franklin Miller Rojas
  • Minister Rojas Escalante is a distinguished career diplomat with over three decades of service to his
  • Please join me in welcoming Consul General Franklin Rojas Escalante and Marcia Thompson Mr.
Bills: HR1052, SB2184, SB171
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

Senate Commerce (04/14/2026)

Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
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Keywords: 1191, senate, all
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Education Postsecondary Mar 17th, 2025

Education Postsecondary

Transcript Highlights:
  • Lina Rojas, FSU, waves in support. Bredip Behidi, waves in support, FSU.
  • Lena Rojas, Florida State University, waving in support. Is there any debate on the bill?
Summary: The Senate Committee on Education Postsecondary met with a quorum present and first considered CS/SB 1356, relating to the Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases. Senator Burton explained a delete-all amendment that would create the institute at Florida State University, establish the Sunshine Genetics Pilot Program for newborn screening at select sites, and form a Sunshine Genetics Consortium to coordinate researchers and clinicians. The amendment also included $5 million in recurring funding for the institute and $2 million in nonrecurring funding for the pilot program. The committee heard supportive testimony from Gavin Lambert and his mother, who described the benefits of earlier diagnosis for Friedreich’s ataxia, along with support from representatives of Alexion Pharmaceuticals, FSU, BioFlorida, and the Biotechnology Innovation Organization. Senators Berman and Harrell spoke in favor of the bill, emphasizing early detection and collaboration. The amendment was adopted, and CS/SB 1356 was reported favorably on a roll call vote. The committee then took up SB 892, which would codify the Florida State University Election Law Center in statute and make it eligible for recurring funding. Senator Simon said the center was created in 2023 with a $1 million nonrecurring appropriation and that the bill would help sustain its work and attract talent in election law and related fields. Senator Berman asked about current funding and whether the center would be supported through recurring General Appropriations Act funding in the future; Senator Simon responded that the bill would allow it to compete for recurring dollars. Jack Rowan, an FSU law student, testified in support and highlighted the center’s work, including a Bush v. Gore 25th anniversary conference. Professor Michael Morley and Lena Rojas also supported the bill. No opposition was presented, and SB 892 was reported favorably by roll call vote. The committee then adjourned.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Education Committee Mar 12th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • Carlos Rojas, with the county superintendent's office, is in opposition.
  • Today, testifying with me in support of this bill is Zaki and Priscilla Hernandez. Thank you.
Summary: The Assembly Education Committee met for its first hearing of the session, adopted its committee rules on a 6-0 vote, and then heard several bills. AB 347, which would require written notice to students about the right to opt out of animal dissection and receive a comparable assignment, drew strong support from the author, a student, and multiple advocacy and education groups, while opponents argued it would burden teachers and duplicate existing law. The committee approved AB 347 on a 7-0 vote and sent it to Appropriations. AB 281, which would expand parent access to sex education materials and require disclosure of outside consultants’ credentials, drew mixed testimony. Supporters framed it as a transparency and parent-rights measure, while school administrators and county education officials said current law already allows inspection and that the bill would create an unfunded administrative burden. After extended member discussion, the bill failed on a 4-3 vote with one abstention, though reconsideration was granted. AB 65, which would provide paid pregnancy leave for educators without requiring them to exhaust sick leave first, was supported by teachers, CTA, and the State Treasurer, but opposed by school administrators and business officials over cost concerns; it passed 6-0 to Higher Education. The committee also approved AB 361, which would extend and expand LAUSD’s best-value procurement authority for school construction to all school districts for five years, on a 5-0 vote with one abstention. AB 86, which would require the State Board of Education to adopt standardized K-8 health education instructional materials, passed 5-0. Finally, AB 228, the Zaki Fast Act, was introduced to clarify that schools may stock any federally approved epinephrine delivery system, including newer devices beyond auto-injectors, and was presented with testimony from the bill’s young namesake and his family; the transcript cuts off before the committee vote on that measure.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • Carlos Rojas, representing the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office.
  • Chair and committee members, Carlos Rojas, representing the current county. Good morning, Mr.
  • Chair and committee members, Carlos Rojas, representing the Kern County Superintendent Schools Office
Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education Finance held its first hearing of the year on Proposition 98, focusing on the Governor’s budget estimates for the three-year budget window, the Public School System Stabilization Account (PSSA), and repayment of education deferrals. The Department of Finance said the minimum guarantee would rise by about $21.7 billion over the 2025 Budget Act, with increases in each year, full repayment of the existing settle-up obligation in 2024-25, a new $5.6 billion settle-up obligation proposed for 2025-26, and a higher guarantee in 2026-27. Finance also noted revised downward estimates for transitional kindergarten attendance and Los Angeles County property tax reimbursements, and said community colleges would be funded above the split because of enrollment growth. The Legislative Analyst’s Office emphasized fiscal risk and volatility, warning that recent revenue gains are tied heavily to the stock market and tech sector and could reverse quickly. The LAO argued the Governor’s proposed $5.6 billion delay shifts risk into future years and recommended instead fully funding the current estimate, making a larger reserve deposit, considering advance payments or pension-related uses, and finding additional non-Prop 98 solutions to reduce the state’s structural deficit. On the reserve and deferral items, Finance described revised PSSA deposits and withdrawals that would leave about $4.1 billion in the reserve by 2026-27, and both Finance and the LAO supported paying off the remaining LCFF and SCFF deferrals as good fiscal practice. Committee members questioned the size of the settle-up amount, the degree of revenue volatility, the use of the reserve, and the ongoing K-12/community college split. Finance said the proposal is meant to avoid overappropriation if revenues fall, while the LAO said a buffer of roughly $3.5 billion would address typical forecasting risk. Public commenters, including school boards, county offices of education, teachers, and advocacy groups, largely opposed the $5.6 billion withholding or settle-up delay, calling it a manipulation of Prop. 98 and urging full funding and more stable revenue solutions. Several speakers also urged dedicated funding for students experiencing homelessness. The hearing ended with no vote, and the chair announced that broader program discussions would occur in later hearings.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Jun 1st, 2025

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Hernandez, is there any objection? Chair hears none, so ordered. The Chair recognizes Mr.
  • Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, HR883 by Littleson, Texas, HR962 by Garcia Hernandez, Martha Thomas
  • Angela Flores-Beck, HR1320 by Reynolds, Texas, Africa, HR1321 by Martinez, Fisher, Allen, O'Reilly, Rojas
Bills: HCR158, HCR159, HCR160, HCR161, HCR162, HCR163, HCR164, HR174, HR427, HR790, HR810, HR857, HR866, HR882, HR883, HR962, HR966, HR1001, HR1045, HR1085, HR1097, HR1127, HR1138, HR1141, HR1150, HR1152, HR1292, HR1296, HR1304, HR1305, HR1306, HR1308, HR1309, HR1310, HR1311, HR1312, HR1313, HR1315, HR1317, HR1318, HR1320, HR1321, HR1322, HR1323, HR1324, HR1325, HR1327, HR1328, HR1329, HR1330, HR1331, HR1332, HR1333, HR1334, HR1335, HR1338, HR1340, HR1341, HR1342, HR1343, HR1344, HR1345, HR1346, HR1347, HR1348, HR1349, HR1352, HR1353, HR1354, HR1355, HR1358, HR1359, HR1360, HR1361, HR1362, HR1363, HR1364, HR1365, HR1366, HR1368, HR1369, HR1370, HR1380, HR1383, HR1384, HR1385, HR1386, HR1387, HR1388, HR1389, HR1390, HR1392, HR1393, HR1396, HR1397, HR1398, HR1399, HR1400, HR1402, HR1403, HR1404, HR1405, HR1406, HR1407, HR1408, HR1409, HR1410, HR1411, HR1412, HR1413, HR1414, HR1415, HR1417, HR1418, HR1419, HR1420, HR1421, HR1422, HR1424, HR1425, HR1426, HR1427, HR1428, HR1429, HR1430, HR1431, HR1432, HR1433, HR1434, HR1435, HR1436, HR1437, HR1438, HR1440, HR1441, HR1442, HR1443, HR1444, HR1445, HR1447, HR1448, HR1449, HR1450, HR1452, HR1453, HR1454, HR1455, HR1456, HR1458, HR1459, HR1460, HR1461, HR1462, HR1463, HR1464, HR1465, HR1466, HR1467, HR1469, HR1470, HR1471, HR1472, HR1473, HR1475, HR1477, HCR132, HCR154, HR17, HR49, HR170, HR275, HR355, HR356, HR364, HR369, HR672, HR690, HR755, HR756, HR759, HR762, HR763, HR781, HR785, HR848, HR1240, HR1265, HR1303, HR1307, HR1314, HR1316, HR1319, HR1326, HR1336, HR1337, HR1350, HR1351, HR1367, HR1371, HR1372, HR1373, HR1374, HR1375, HR1376, HR1377, HR1378, HR1379, HR1382, HR1391, HR1395, HR1451, HR1457, HR1468, HR1474, HR1476, SB1637, SB2878, HB2885, HB2017, HB5246, SB8, SB2308, SB1405, HB 119, SB3059, SB15, SB568, SB2900, HB3642, HB3909, SB268, HB493, SB2217, HB2516, SB650, HB2963, SB1610, HB705, SB2972, SB1540, HB40, SB2753, SB1660, SB2024, HB1545, HB46