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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, September 10, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Keywords:
appropriations, military construction, veterans affairs, VA funding, USDA, agriculture appropriations, legislative branch appropriations, fiscal year 2026, omnibus, spending bill, rural development, rural housing, broadband, SNAP, WIC, school lunch, food safety, FDA user fees, veterans health care, toxic exposure
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, November 12, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It shall be in order to take from the Speaker's table H.R. 5371, Making Continuing Appropriations and
- There are three appropriations bills put here to jump-start our appropriations process.
- But with an important addition: three full-year appropriations bills for fiscal year 2026.
- I thank my friend, the chairman of Appropriations, Mr.
- We have three appropriations bills attached to this. They do important things.
Keywords:
Richard B. Cheney, Congress, House of Representatives, respect, resolution, continuing resolution, appropriations, fiscal year 2026, omnibus, government funding, federal budget, USDA, Department of Agriculture, FDA, Food and Drug Administration, Veterans Affairs, VA health care, military construction, legislative branch, Congress funding
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, June 25, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And two, does it provide appropriate resources to VA to get the job done?
- And two, does it provide appropriate resources to VA to get the job done?
- So, we have no clear idea how VA intends to spend the money we would be appropriating to the department
- ><c> VA</c><02:49:19.680><c> to</c><02:49:20.000><c> get</c><02:49:20.160><c> the</c> appropriate resources
- to VA to get the appropriate resources to VA to get the job<02:49:20.720><c> done?
Keywords:
appropriations, military construction, veterans affairs, VA funding, USDA, agriculture appropriations, legislative branch appropriations, fiscal year 2026, omnibus, spending bill, rural development, rural housing, broadband, SNAP, WIC, school lunch, food safety, FDA user fees, veterans health care, toxic exposure
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, September 11, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- She will be working for appropriations under my dear friend and fellow Oklahoma Chairman Tom Cole.
- </c> She will be working for appropriations She will be working for appropriations under<00:09:42.080
- book to children with their appropriate book to children with their own<01:59:50.000><c> bear</c><01
- And so today I believe it appropriate that I first say a prayer and then, after the prayer, I'd like
- that I first I believe it appropriate that I first say<03:06:28.240><c> a</c><03:06:28.479><c> prayer
Keywords:
appropriations, military construction, veterans affairs, VA funding, USDA, agriculture appropriations, legislative branch appropriations, fiscal year 2026, omnibus, spending bill, rural development, rural housing, broadband, SNAP, WIC, school lunch, food safety, FDA user fees, veterans health care, toxic exposure
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, September 19, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:24:54.240><c> and</c> the Continuing Appropriations and the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions
- I rise today in support of H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extension Act of 2026. appropriations
- c><00:34:07.279><c> talk</c> absolutely appropriate that we talk absolutely appropriate that we talk
- </c><01:13:34.159><c> And</c> appropriations committee, not this.
- And appropriations committee, not this.
Keywords:
courthouse construction, federal regulations, urban development, government spending, judicial facilities, political violence, Charlie Kirk, civil discourse, freedom of speech, unity, political extremism, condemnation, Civic engagement, continuing resolution, appropriations, fiscal year 2026, omnibus, government funding, federal budget, USDA
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, May 15, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Milcon VA appropriations bill to furnish stellate ganglion block, or SGB, in every VA facility, not
- This amendment increases and decreases the amount appropriated to furnish SGB in every VA facility.
- This amendment increases and decreases the amount appropriated to furnish SGB in every VA facility.
- </c> on the bureaucracy at the BA at the VA on the bureaucracy at the BA at the VA and<00:26:50.480><
- </c> chair of the Military Construction VA chair of the Military Construction VA subcommittee,<00:39:
Bills:
HB8469
Keywords:
military construction, veterans affairs, VA appropriations, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, military housing, family housing, veterans health care, veterans benefits, medical services, community care, toxic exposure fund, burn pits, women veterans, suicide prevention, Veterans Crisis Line, electronic health record modernization, EHRM, barracks, telehealth
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, May 14, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- In March, I testified in front of the Appropriations Committee in support of a $600 million appropriations
- We can and appropriate healthcare.
- .<03:39:03.359><c> HR6260</c> appropriately.
- HR6260 appropriately.
- I want to thank the Appropriations Appropriations Appropriations Committee<04:38:43.680><c> Chairman,
Keywords:
monitoring, court appointments, public service, accountability, government oversight, pro bono, reduced fees, cashless bail, criminal justice, public safety, Attorney General, pretrial release, Iran, military force, War Powers Resolution, U.S. Armed Forces, hostilities, Congress, national security, bail fraud
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, June 24, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> language at the VA. Additionally, Mr. language at the VA. Additionally, Mr.
- And then we have an appropriations bill that continues this trend toward privatizing VA services and
- And then we have an appropriations bill that continues this trend toward privatizing VA services and
- And then we have an appropriations bill that continues this trend toward privatizing VA services and
- And then we have an appropriations bill that continues this trend toward privatizing VA services and
Keywords:
Minnesota lawmakers, political violence, domestic terrorism, assassination attempt, state legislators, Melissa Hortman, John Hoffman, Yvette Hoffman, Mark Hortman, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, public safety, law enforcement response, civil discourse, democracy, gun violence, elected officials, House resolution, condemnation, bipartisan unity
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
01/28/2026 - House Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections
Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections
Transcript Highlights:
- They may or may not be enrolled in VA programs and not have a VA card.
- VA does, VA takes you 20 years to pay you.
- and understand quickly and easily and fill out the appropriate forms because the VA and most of the
- It wouldn't be the VA then?
- It wouldn't be the VA then.
Committees:
House Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections , House House Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections Committee of Reference
Keywords:
sample ballots, elections, primary election, general election, mailing deadline, ballot mailing, county election officials, board of supervisors, secretary of state, early voting list, election administration, voter information, postal service, USPS processing center, city elections, town elections, special district elections, Arizona election law, ballot proofing, party chair
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, May 19, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- That includes the VA.
- VA benefits.
- VA benefits.
- VA benefits.
- </c><04:59:25.440><c> in</c> the VA home loan program, bringing VA in the VA home loan program, bringing
Bills:
HR1286 , HR1263 , HB1578 , HR1364 , HB2201 , HB1823 , HB1815 , HR1147 , HR217 , HB1701 , HB1453 , HR1223
Keywords:
trade policy, tariffs, trade enforcement, workers rights, labor standards, environmental standards, Buy America, domestic content, offshoring, manufacturing jobs, factory closures, family farmers, small business, supply chains, dumping, countervailing duties, antidumping, trade agreements, USMCA, investor-state dispute settlement
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Paul Lawrence, of Virginia, to be Deputy Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Feb 19th, 2025 at 08:30 am
Senate Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Directly from the press, from VA employees, or from veterans. Never from the VA leadership.
- operation of the VA.
- My dad spent a lot of time in the VA. We've got a lot of good VAs.
- The rough estimate for cost for the VA, it costs the VA about $300,000.
- If that happens, the VA is going to have an even harder time hiring the appropriate number of nurses,
Committee:
Senate Senate Veterans' Affairs
Keywords:
veterans affairs, VA modernization, employee layoffs, mental health, suicide prevention, transparency, senate committee, bipartisan support, oversight
Summary:
The meeting involved detailed discussions on various veterans' issues, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) amidst a backdrop of significant staffing changes. Members expressed deep concerns over the recent layoffs of over 1,000 VA employees, emphasizing the crucial nature of these positions in the context of mental health support for veterans, particularly amid rising suicide rates. Senators articulated the need for transparency and effective communication between the VA and Congress to avoid further breakdowns in services. The session also spotlighted the ongoing modernization of VA systems and the urgent need to streamline processes to benefit veterans effectively.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine S.124, to amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for disciplinary procedures for supervisors and managers at the Department of Veterans Affairs and to modify the procedures of personnel actions against employees of the Dep Mar 11th, 2025 at 09:30 am
Senate Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- First, VA supports the Restore Accountability Act of 2025 subject to amendments and availability appropriations
- VA also supports with amendments and subject to the availability appropriations The aviators cancers
- The VA also supports ensuring vet success on campus subject to availability appropriations but seeks
- from VA.
- We believe that community care is a great supplement to VA care when used consistently in a Appropriately
Bills:
SB124 , SB201 , SB275 , SB410 , SB478 , SB607 , SB610 , SB611 , SB654 , SB702 , SB787 , SB831 , SB892
Committee:
Senate Senate Veterans' Affairs
Keywords:
Department of Veterans Affairs, disciplinary procedures, accountability, personnel actions, whistleblower protection, cancer, military, aircrew, veterans, health study, toxins, morbidity, mortality, service members, mental health, community care, accessibility, treatment programs, substance abuse, appointments
Summary:
During the meeting, various members engaged in extensive discussions surrounding 15 proposed bills related to veterans' affairs. Notably, concerns regarding recent VA workforce changes sparked debates, particularly about potential cuts and their implications for veterans' care and benefits. Chairman Moran emphasized the need for thoughtful reforms and coordination with stakeholders, urging responsible measures to prevent negatively impacting service delivery. The meeting highlighted a significant bipartisan effort to enhance veterans' access to essential health services, particularly in light of recent challenges faced by the VA workforce. Senator Blumenthal's assertions about the urgent plight of veterans due to cuts in personnel drew strong reactions, showcasing the deep concern among committee members regarding the current state of veteran services.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint hearings with the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs to examine the legislative presentation of The American Legion and multi VSOs: Minority Veterans of America, Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A, National Association of County Veterans Servic Feb 26th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Senate Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- at the center of the VA mission.
- VA home loans due to redlining?
- And the VA.
- Finally, we urge Congress to immediately pass this year's VA funding and secure FY 2026 appropriations
- in essence is VA care.
Committee:
Senate Senate Veterans' Affairs
Keywords:
veteran services, homelessness, unemployment, VA funding, mental health, congressional oversight, testimonies, American Legion, Dole Act, suicide prevention
Summary:
This meeting focused on veteran services, emphasizing the urgent need to address the alarming rate of unemployment and homelessness among veterans. Numerous testimonies were presented detailing the impact of mass furloughs and cutbacks at the VA on personnel, notably veterans who were serving as employees. Various representatives expressed deep concern over how these firings could drastically affect the quality of care available to those who have served the nation. There was a strong call for Congress to bolster funding for existing programs aimed at alleviating veteran homelessness and improving overall care quality, especially in mental health services.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, May 5, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> access their earned VA access their earned VA benefits.<02:47:25.520><c> Each</c><02:47:25.840><
- VA appoints fiduciaries for veterans who are unable to manage their VA financial benefits.
- VA benefits.
- misuse was the result of VA the misuse was the result of VA negligence. negligence. negligence.
- </c> and developing appropriate responses. and developing appropriate responses.
Bills:
HR36 , HR530 , HB1800 , HB2416 , HR1316 , HB1724 , HB1540 , HB1486 , HB1512 , HB1503 , HB1912
Keywords:
federal programs, government efficiency, budget cuts, committee, oversight, rules resolution, House Rules Committee, procedural rule, floor procedure, appropriations, military construction, Veterans Affairs, VA funding, fiscal year 2026, immigration enforcement, special interest aliens, DHS reporting, monthly report, inadmissible, deportable
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Finance and Taxation General Fund Committee Mar 10th, 2026
Finance and Taxation General Fund
Transcript Highlights:
- This is the Children's First Trust Fund, the appropriation for that. Anyone need any explanation?
- Children's First Trust Fund, the appropriation for that. Anyone need any explanations?
Bills:
SB143 , SB144 , SB145 , SB152 , SB153 , SB154 , SB162 , SB226 , SB146 , SB143 , SB144 , SB145 , SB152 , SB153 , SB154 , SB162 , SB226 , SB146
Committee:
Senate Finance and Taxation General Fund
Keywords:
SB143, solid waste, garbage collection, trash fees, refuse collection, municipal fees, county fees, fee exemption, veterans benefits, veteran household, disabled veteran, VA benefits, Social Security exemption, low-income households, poverty level, county commission, municipal governing body, Alabama solid waste law, certificate of exception, public health
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, September 15, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- My bill would permanently extend the exemption for VA health care professionals with the appropriate
- Patients and VA current VA practice.
- In both FY26 House and Senate Milcon VA appropriations bills, we secured $500,000 to carry out this mission
- In both FY26 House and Senate Milcon VA appropriations bills, we secured $500,000 to carry out this mission
- VA to meet VA efforts to properly propel VA to meet VA veterans<05:37:31.200><c> where</c><05:37:31.520
Bills:
HB1558 , HB3400 , HJR117 , HB4446 , HB3494 , HB3481 , HB2701 , HB2034 , HB3854 , HB3951 , HB3579 , HB2721 , HB3767 , HB1860 , HB2334 , HR1107 , HB3426 , HB3427 , HR452 , HB5100
Keywords:
financial management, government oversight, budgeting, accountability, reporting, federal financial management, government accountability, oversight, taxpayer funds, Office of Management and Budget, OMB, Chief Financial Officer, CFO, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, internal controls, financial reporting, financial audits, governmentwide financial management plan, financial management status report, performance metrics
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House Ways and Means General Fund Committee Mar 31st, 2026
Ways and Means General Fund
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> that this committee has appropriated that this committee has appropriated over<00:19:32.480><c>
- :09.039><c> for</c><00:21:09.280><c> the</c> supplemental appropriations for the supplemental appropriations
- Uh from the appropriation this year.
- Section 22, in addition to all of the appropriations thereof and hereafter made, there is hereby appropriated
- Section 22, in addition to all of the appropriations thereof and hereafter made, there is hereby appropriated
Bills:
SB146 , SB143 , SB144 , SB145 , HB224 , SB152 , SB153 , SB154 , SB162 , SB226 , SB146 , SB143 , SB144 , SB145 , HB224 , SB152 , SB153 , SB154 , SB162 , SB226
Committee:
House Ways and Means General Fund
Keywords:
supplemental appropriation, FY2025 budget, general fund, Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy, Unified Judicial System, court automation, advanced technology and data exchange, judiciary funding, transportation debt service, highway bonds, bridge bonds, Alabama Department of Transportation, ALDOT, public highways, federal matching funds, state appropriations, bond principal and interest, special funds, budget amendment, SB143
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Veterans and Military Affairs Division 3/11/26
Veterans and Military Affairs Division
Transcript Highlights:
- In a VA home Veterans have made immense sacrifices for our nation's safety and security.
- House File 3684 will help ensure that money the Legislature appropriates to the organization seeking
- We also are expanding the Veteran Health Navigator program into non-VA health care systems to implement
- Right now, we're in the process of hiring our navigators, and they'll be working with our non-VA health
- we received is they looked at MD VA as the convener as the kind of support organizer kind of like you
Committee:
House Veterans and Military Affairs Division
Keywords:
veterans property tax, homestead exclusion, disabled veteran, totally and permanently disabled, service-connected disability, property tax relief, market value exclusion, surviving spouse, family caregiver, county veterans service officer, Minnesota property tax, assessment year 2027, homestead tax benefit, veterans tax exemption, DD214, VA disability rating, veterans, veterans affairs, Department of Veterans Affairs, grant standards
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Trade, Workforce & Economic Development May 7th, 2025
Trade, Workforce & Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- The key issue, in my mind, is compliance with VA...
- The VA health system, myself, beginning in 1971, 54 years, I have seen.
- The VFW network of 164 VA-accredited service officers worldwide secured $14.6 billion and earned VA disability
- who are required to be VA accredited.
- We're embedded in the VA facilities, VA clinics, and vet centers.
Bills:
HB 1087 , HB2504 , HB4113 , HB5144 , HB5146 , HB5377 , HB5543 , SB140 , SB264 , SB1244 , SB1343 , SB2121 , HR868
Keywords:
property owners, board vacancy, special election, association governance, community management, property owners' association, resale certificate, fees, real estate regulation, homeowners, HB 4113, Texas Rising Star Program, child care, child-care providers, Texas Workforce Commission, TWC, safety barriers, crash-rated bollards, bollards, playground safety
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, February 3, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And I am appropriations process.
- </c> remaining six appropriation bills. remaining six appropriation bills.
- </c> Defense Appropriations Committee. Defense Appropriations Committee.
- </c> the Appropriations Committee, Mr. Case. the Appropriations Committee, Mr. Case.
- It included Appropriations bill.
Keywords:
Medal of Honor, valor, Army, Nicholas Dockery, military service, James Capers Jr., Vietnam War, acts of valor, military recognition, military valor, John W. Ripley, Marine Corps, appropriations, omnibus, consolidated appropriations, fiscal year 2026, FY2026, federal spending, budget bill, defense appropriations