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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee Aug 27th, 2026
Privacy and Consumer Protection
Transcript Highlights:
- Cruz Beach Boardwalk, who will testify, what happened is, for example, in this case, they had thousands
- Cruz Seaside Company, which owns and operates the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
- My name is Chris Reyes, and I'm here on behalf of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
- I'm here on behalf of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
- The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is owned and operated by the Santa Cruz Seaside Company, and we're proud
Bills:
SB1078
Committee:
House Privacy and Consumer Protection
Keywords:
Santa Cruz, taxation, transactions and use tax, local government, public services, voter approval
Summary:
The Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee heard one bill, SB 1078 by Senator Laird. The bill would create a temporary safe harbor allowing businesses to continue using preprinted gift cards with outdated cash-redemption disclosures for a limited period, so long as consumers are clearly informed of their current right to redeem cards with balances under $15 for cash. Senator Laird said the measure was intended to prevent businesses from having to destroy large inventories of otherwise usable cards after the recent change in redemption threshold.
Support testimony came from Chris Reyes of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, who said the boardwalk had about a million preprinted cards that would otherwise become obsolete, representing roughly $250,000 in cost. He emphasized that the bill would not weaken consumer protections or redemption rights and would simply allow a transition period. Sabrina DeMaio Lockhart, representing the California Attractions and Parks Association and the California Travel Association, also voiced support. There was no registered opposition.
After some delay while waiting for a quorum, the committee took up the bill and members voiced general support, including a comment that the measure would help smaller businesses. The committee voted do pass, and SB 1078 received enough votes to pass out of committee, with the roll left open briefly for absent members before the hearing adjourned.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Government, Elections And Indian Affairs Feb 17th, 2026 at 08:37 am
House Government, Elections & Indian Affairs
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Government, Elections And Indian Affairs Feb 16th, 2026 at 08:46 am
House Government, Elections & Indian Affairs
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Government, Elections And Indian Affairs Feb 16th, 2026 at 08:37 am
House Government, Elections & Indian Affairs
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- I am co-chair of Indivisible SOS, Santa Fe, which is the organization that has been, Rachel is part of
- We know that he had a ranch here in Santa Fe County and visited New Mexico for at least 26 years.
Committee:
House House Judiciary
Keywords:
constitutional amendment, legislative sessions, veto override, New Mexico legislature, session length, legislative session, even-numbered years, New Mexico Constitution, student behavior, physical restraint, seclusion, public schools, training, de-escalation, student safety, behavior interventions, criminal offenses, peace officer, Victims of Crime Act, law enforcement
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Appropriations and Finance Feb 9th, 2026 at 06:36 pm
House Appropriations & Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- On a personal note, I grew up here in Santa Fe and was fortunate...
- On a personal note, I grew up here in Santa Fe and was fortunate enough to attend some of the programs
Committee:
House House Appropriations & Finance
Keywords:
water project fund, New Mexico Finance Authority, NMFA, Water Trust Board, water infrastructure, wastewater, drinking water, flood prevention, watershed restoration, water storage, conveyance, delivery, water treatment, recycling, reuse, municipal infrastructure, local government finance, capital outlay, grants, loans
NM
Committees:
Senate Senate Finance , Senate House Appropriations & Finance
Keywords:
water project fund, New Mexico Finance Authority, NMFA, Water Trust Board, water infrastructure, wastewater, drinking water, flood prevention, watershed restoration, water storage, conveyance, delivery, water treatment, recycling, reuse, municipal infrastructure, local government finance, capital outlay, grants, loans
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee Mar 24th, 2026
Natural Resources and Water
Transcript Highlights:
- California's central coast, including San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz counties.
- Clara, San Mateo, and Santa Cruz counties.
- Santa Cruz Mountains. Santa Cruz Mountains, that's right. So go ahead and call roll. Thank you.
- The Santa Cruz Mountains are a special area of ecological significance.
- And I thank the Senator from Santa Cruz for his words.
Committee:
Senate Natural Resources and Water
Summary:
The Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee heard several measures focused on conservation, wildlife access, and coastal protection. SB 1108 would create the Grasslands Ecological Area Conservancy in Merced County to coordinate land, water, habitat, and wildlife corridor protection in the largest remaining wetland/grassland complex west of the Mississippi. Supporters, including the Grasslands Water District and Audubon California, emphasized the area’s importance to migratory birds, groundwater sustainability, and voluntary conservation easements; there was no opposition. The committee members generally praised the bill’s regional coordination and ecological significance.
The committee also heard SB 1021, which would direct the Fish and Game Commission to create a program allowing youth with physician-certified life-threatening illnesses to participate in hunting and fishing opportunities under structured supervision. The author and supporters described it as a compassionate, tightly limited program with conservation safeguards, hunter education requirements, reporting, and a sunset. There was no opposition, and members expressed support for the bill’s intent.
SB 949 would designate the Santa Cruz Mountains as a resource of statewide significance, with an emphasis on biodiversity, watershed protection, wildfire resilience, public access, working lands, and collaboration with tribes and private landowners. Support came from Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, Sempervirens Fund, and several local and conservation organizations; no opposition was heard. The committee also considered SJR 12, which urges the federal government to remove California from proposed offshore oil and gas leasing plans and calls for stronger environmental review and public engagement. Supporters cited spill risks, coastal economic harm, and prior local and state opposition to offshore drilling. All measures were approved by the committee, with the bills and resolution moving forward on recorded votes, and the consent calendar items were also adopted.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee Mar 24th, 2026
Natural Resources and Water
Transcript Highlights:
- California's central coast, including San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz counties.
- across Santa Clara, San Mateo, and Santa Cruz counties.
- The Senator from Santa Cruz is here to hopefully support his bill.
- The Santa Cruz Mountains are a special area of ecological significance.
- And I thank the Senator from Santa Cruz for his words. Listen, designating this...
Committee:
Senate Natural Resources and Water
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee Mar 24th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- California's central coast, including San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz counties.
- Importantly, this bill does not place the Santa Cruz Mountains above other regions.
- The Santa Cruz Mountains are a special area of ecological significance.
- And I thank the Senator from Santa Cruz for his words.
- Listen, designating this... ...the Senator from Santa Cruz for his words.
Summary:
The Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee heard several conservation and wildlife-related measures. SB 1108 by Senator Caballero would create the Grasslands Ecological Area Conservancy in the California Natural Resources Agency to coordinate protection and restoration of the Grasslands Ecological Area in Merced County. Supporters, including the Grasslands Water District, Audubon California, Defenders of Wildlife, California Waterfowl Association, The Nature Conservancy, and others, said the area is a major wetland and wildlife corridor facing groundwater-driven land retirement and needs a coordinated, voluntary, incentive-based framework. Senator Laird noted the bill followed prior conservancy models and moved it forward. The committee later approved SB 1108 on a 7-0 vote to Appropriations.
The committee also heard SB 1021 by Senator Choi, which would direct the Fish and Game Commission to create a narrowly tailored program expanding hunting and fishing opportunities for youth with life-threatening illnesses. The author and supporters from Field of Dreams and the Angling Hunting Conservation Coalition described it as a compassionate, supervised program that would create meaningful experiences for families while maintaining hunter education and conservation safeguards. No opposition was presented, and the bill was approved 7-0 to Appropriations.
SB 949 by Senator Becker would designate the Santa Cruz Mountains as a resource of statewide significance, with supporters from Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, Sempervirens Fund, Green Foothills, and others citing biodiversity, watershed protection, wildfire resilience, public access, and coordination across public and private lands. Some committee members raised questions about working lands, property rights, and fire responsibility, but the bill was moved forward and passed 5-0 to Appropriations. The committee also adopted SJR 12 by Senator Laird, which opposes the federal offshore oil and gas leasing plan for California waters; supporters emphasized spill risks, coastal economic impacts, and public opposition, and the resolution passed 5-1. File item 3, SB 1085, was pulled, and the remaining consent calendar items were adopted 7-0.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Land Grant Sep 8th, 2025
House Rural Development, Land Grants And Cultural Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Santa Cruz de la Cañada, if you'll look at your pamphlet, Madam Chair.
- Cruz de la Cañada to re-populate the village of Santa Cruz after the Pueblo Revolt.
- These people arrived north in Santa Fe and joined the settlers who had returned to Santa Cruz after the
- It had a real vision for Santa Cruz.
- , east, and south. of Santa Cruz, because to the west were the pueblos.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- We will first begin with the Nogales, Santa Cruz County...
- We will first begin with the Nogales, Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce.
- With that, The beautiful gem that we have in Santa Cruz County.
- Greg Lucero for the Santa Cruz County Provisional College District. Thank you. Mr.
- Santa Cruz County was one of those.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
01/28/2026 - House International Trade
House International Trade Committee of Reference
Transcript Highlights:
- We will first begin with the Nogales-Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce.
- We will first begin with the Nogales-Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce.
- With that, ...the beautiful gem that we have in Santa Cruz County.
- Greg Lucero for the Santa Cruz County Provisional College District. Thank you. Mr.
- Santa Cruz County was one of those. So... Community colleges are tax districts.
Summary:
The House Committee on International Trade held its first meeting of the session with member introductions and opening remarks emphasizing Arizona’s interest in foreign relations, border commerce, and collaboration with trading partners, especially Mexico. Chair Tony Rivera noted the state’s trade offices in Mexico and framed the committee’s work as a way to strengthen Arizona’s international relationships. Staff were introduced, and members were reminded of amendment deadlines, though no bills were heard.
The committee then heard a presentation from the Nogales-Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce and the Santa Cruz County Provisional Community College District. Chamber representatives described Nogales as a major gateway for trade, tourism, agriculture, and logistics, and said the region is investing in entrepreneurship support, bilingual business resources, digital and e-commerce training, and workforce development tied to mining and logistics. They also highlighted tourism promotion efforts and said infrastructure, housing, and pedestrian access at the ports of entry are major needs. Committee members asked about regulatory and infrastructure improvements, housing and health-care challenges, and tourism data.
Greg Lucero of the provisional community college described the district’s unusual status, its contract with Pima College to provide instruction, and the impact of South32’s mining project on enrollment and workforce training demand. He said the district is focusing on AI, advanced manufacturing, trades, and ESL support, while working toward accreditation. Members asked about industry partnerships, certificate timelines, and programs tied to Arizona-Mexico trade.
The committee also heard from Cattlemex, T4 Ranch, Arizona Cattle Feeder Association, and J.M. Fletcher Cattle Co. on the closure of the U.S.-Mexico border to live cattle imports because of New World screwworm concerns. Testimony argued that Sonora cattle are safe, that Arizona ports are strategically important, and that reopening the ports would support feedlots, packing plants, jobs, and lower beef prices. Witnesses urged a state-by-state USDA reopening, especially for Sonora, and said Arizona should not be penalized for outbreaks elsewhere in Mexico. Members asked about industry support, the effect of grazing restrictions, the future of Arizona’s livestock sector, and whether a Sonora-specific carve-out could be safely implemented. No votes or formal actions were taken.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Aug 10th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- One, I want to ask the author from Santa Cruz to forgive me.
- Her work... ...transgender studies while earning her Ph.D. from UC Santa Cruz.
- Born at the Santa Cruz County Hospital on September 2, 1944, Ken graduated from Santa Cruz High School
- Some of Ken's earliest friendships began in the playgrounds and ball fields of Santa Cruz.
- Cruz Chamber of Commerce, Boys and Girls Club, Santa Cruz Lions Club, and the Downtown Association.
Summary:
The Assembly convened after a quorum call, prayer, and pledge, then moved through a largely ceremonial and floor-action-heavy session. Early business included unanimous consent motions, removal of several Senate bills from the consent calendar, and recognition of the 2025-26 Assembly Fellows and California Council on Science and Technology Policy Fellows. The chamber also welcomed several student and community guests, including National Science Bowl champions from Mission San Jose High School and a group of fifth graders touring the Capitol. One concurrence item, AB 2106, was adopted 65-0 after the author explained Senate amendments expanding enhanced vote-vetting requirements to geologists and geophysicists.
The floor then took up several resolutions and one appropriations bill. ACR 199 recognizing India’s Independence Day was adopted by voice vote after remarks highlighting Indian American contributions and the role of the Sikh community in India’s independence movement. HR 119 recognizing International Referees Day was adopted, with 59 coauthors added, and the chamber honored referee Marcia Barclay. HR 125 declaring August as Chicano Heritage Month was adopted with 61 coauthors, with members speaking about Chicano history, civil rights, military service, and economic contributions. ACR 221 on sudden cardiac arrest awareness among student athletes was adopted by voice vote, and AB 2597, an urgency appropriation bill paying specified claims against the state, passed 60-0 on both the urgency clause and the measure.
The Assembly also adopted ACR 231 designating Coastal Stewardship Day, with members discussing coastal protection, wetlands, climate change, and marine ecology, and ACR 234 declaring California Wine Month, which passed after remarks on the wine industry’s economic importance and challenges. HR 126 proclaiming September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month drew extensive, emotional testimony from the author and several members about suicide loss, youth mental health, LGBTQ+ youth, Native communities, and prevention resources; it was adopted with 63 coauthors. HR 127 recognizing Transgender History Month was also adopted after debate focused on transgender history in California, current attacks on transgender people, and the importance of dignity and safety; 47 coauthors were added. Finally, HR 129 recognizing Sarcoma Awareness Month passed with 60 coauthors after members discussed pediatric sarcoma, rare cancer awareness, and a cluster of Ewing sarcoma cases in South Orange County. The consent calendar, including ACR 233 on Sepsis Awareness Month, was adopted 63-0, and the chamber then moved toward adjournments in memory.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Aug 10th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- One, I want to ask the author from Santa Cruz to forgive me.
- And so I want you to know, the gentle lady from Santa Cruz, please do this.
- Her work... ...transgender studies while earning her Ph.D. from UC Santa Cruz.
- Born at the Santa Cruz County Hospital on September 2, 1944, Ken graduated from Santa Cruz High School
- Cruz Chamber of Commerce, Boys & Girls Club, Santa Cruz Lions Club, and the downtown down.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Local Government Committee Mar 18th, 2026
Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
- This was done a few months ago in Santa Clara County, and it passed, and this would just give Santa Cruz
- I'm Nicole Coburn, the county executive officer of the County of Santa Cruz.
- I want to note that 83,000 people in Santa Cruz County are enrolled in Medi-Cal.
- So when would Santa Cruz County want to go to the voters for this tax increase?
- So let's keep focused on Santa Cruz. Senator Choi, did you? Thank you, Chair.
Committee:
Senate Local Government
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Local Government met and first adopted a consent calendar covering SB 1005, SB 1080, SB 935, and S.J.R. 11 by a 4-0 vote, with those items remaining on call until later in the hearing. SB 992 was pulled at the author’s request. The committee then heard SB 922, which would clarify that local governments may recover street maintenance and repair costs caused by public service operations, such as waste hauling, through rates, fees, or franchise agreements. Supporters included the League of California Cities, county groups, cities, waste haulers, and legal counsel who argued the bill restores a long-standing practice and reduces litigation risk after a recent court decision; the California Building Industry Association opposed unless amended, warning the bill could affect construction impact fees. The bill passed the committee 7-0 to the Senate floor.
The committee also heard SB 1078, which would allow Santa Cruz County voters to consider raising the county’s local tax cap to help fund health care, food assistance, and other safety-net services in response to federal cuts. The County of Santa Cruz and the Central California Alliance for Health supported the measure, emphasizing Medi-Cal enrollment, CalFresh needs, and potential impacts on hospitals and clinics. Senator Choi raised concerns that the bill effectively authorizes a tax increase and questioned the fairness of county-by-county exceptions, while other members supported giving local voters the choice. The bill passed 5-2 and was sent to the Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee.
After those actions, the committee returned to and approved the consent calendar items 7-0. The meeting concluded with thanks to the public and adjournment.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Local Government Committee Mar 18th, 2026
Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
- This was done a few months ago in Santa Clara County, and it passed, and this would just give Santa Cruz
- And it passed, and this would just give Santa Cruz County the opportunity to do that.
- I want to note that 83,000 people in Santa Cruz County are enrolled in Medi-Cal.
- So when would Santa Cruz County want to go to the voters for this tax increase?
- So let's keep focused on Santa Cruz. Senator Choi, did you? Thank you, Chair.
Committee:
Senate Local Government
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- What this bill does is add the Santa Cruz de la Cañada land grant into statute. Statute.
- I own a small farm in Santa Cruz.
- It's called Santa Cruz Farm, named after our land grant and our church, Santa Cruz Church.
- There were only three in New Mexico: Santa Fe, Albuquerque, and Santa Cruz.
- The Catholic Church has run out of land to bury people in Santa Cruz.
Committee:
Senate Senate Conservation
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Local Government Committee Mar 18th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- This was done a few months ago in Santa Clara County, and it passed, and this would just give Santa Cruz
- I'm Nicole Coburn, the county executive officer of the County of Santa Cruz.
- I want to note that 83,000 people in Santa Cruz County are enrolled in Medi-Cal.
- So when would Santa Cruz County want to go to the voters for this tax increase?
- So let's keep focused on Santa Cruz. Senator Choi, did you? Thank you, Chair.
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Local Government met, established a quorum, and first approved a consent calendar containing SB 1005, SB 1080, SB 935, and S.J.R. 11 on a 4-0 vote, with those items remaining on call until later. SB 992 had been pulled at the author’s request. The committee then heard SB 922 by Senator Laird, which would clarify that local governments may recover street maintenance and repair costs caused by public service operations, such as waste hauling, through rates, fees, or franchise agreements. Supporters included the League of California Cities, county groups, cities, waste haulers, and legal counsel who argued the bill restores a long-standing practice disrupted by a recent court decision and does not authorize new taxes or development fees. The California Building Industry Association opposed unless amended, warning the bill could inadvertently broaden local fee authority. After discussion about the bill’s scope and whether it would apply only to heavy service vehicles, SB 922 passed the committee 7-0 and was sent to the Senate floor.
The committee also heard SB 1078, which would allow Santa Cruz County voters to consider raising the local tax cap to fund essential services, including health care, food assistance, and hospital support, in response to federal funding cuts. The County of Santa Cruz and the Central California Alliance for Health supported the measure, emphasizing Medi-Cal enrollment, CalFresh needs, and budget shortfalls tied to HR1 impacts. Some senators questioned whether the bill was effectively authorizing a tax increase and raised concerns about setting a precedent for other counties, while supporters stressed that the measure only allows voters to decide. SB 1078 passed 5-2 and was sent to the Committee on Revenue and Taxation. The committee then reconfirmed passage of the consent calendar items 7-0 and adjourned after concluding the agenda.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Mar 21st, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Speaker: The lady from Santa Fe. Representative from Santa Fe: Mr.
- The lady from Santa Fe. Representative from Santa Fe: Mr.
- Speaker: The lady from Santa Fe. Representative from Santa Fe: Mr.
- The lady from Santa Fe. Representative from Santa Fe: Mr.
- Gentle lady from Santa Fe. Representative from Santa Fe: Mr.