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• God of humility, you show us the way of the servant.
• motivated by pride and self-righteousness, may we as your people clothe ourselves with kindness, humility
• God<00:06:04.960> of<00:06:05.199> humility, God of humility, God of humility, you<00:06
• as your people clothe ourselves with<00:06:19.360> kindness, with kindness, with kindness, humility
• , humility, humility, gentleness,<00:06:23.840> and<00:06:24.160> patience.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• We come before you this day not in pride but in humility, recognizing that all authority is given by
• Grant all of us clarity of mind, humility of spirit, and a commitment to fairness that rises... special
• but in humility. but in humility.
• /c><00:13:53.640> mind, Grant all of us clarity of mind, Grant all of us clarity of mind, humility
• <00:13:55.400> of<00:13:55.520> spirit, humility of spirit, humility of spirit, and<00:

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• Failure leads to the greatest success, which is humility.
• which is humility. which is humility.
• The bigness of this place has taught me that humility is a raw reminder that being human is about enduring
• > a<00:09:31.040> raw<00:09:31.240> reminder<00:09:32.120> that that humility
• is a raw reminder that that humility is a raw reminder that being<00:09:32.640> human being human

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: Representative Kresha delivered his final House floor speech as he finished his seventh term and retired from the legislature. The remarks were largely reflective and humorous, with thanks to House leadership, nonpartisan staff, education committee colleagues, constituents, and his family. He spoke about how he entered office during redistricting, described the legislature as challenging but rewarding, and emphasized humility, public service, and the importance of listening to others’ stories. He also offered personal anecdotes about colleagues and staff, including Representatives Swedzinski, Schumacher, Joe Hoppe, Sarah Anderson, Davids, Jen Loon, Roger Erickson, and others, and praised the professionalism of nonpartisan staff and education committee personnel. He thanked Speaker Damuth, Chair Youakim, and his education members for both disagreements and collaboration, saying there was still important work to do. No legislation was debated or voted on in this segment. The only action was the conclusion of his farewell speech, followed by applause.

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• Grant these senators clarity of mind and humility of spirit.
• Even in argument, may we have the humility to acknowledge that our opinions may be right for us, but
• humility of spirit. humility of spirit.
• /c><00:02:04.000> the Even in argument, may we have the Even in argument, may we have the humility
• to acknowledge that our humility to acknowledge that our opinions<00:02:06.880> may<00:02:07.119

Keywords: Senate streaming session for Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 960, senate, all

Summary: The Maryland Senate convened with a quorum present and began the session with an invocation by Rabbi Ari Goldstein of Temple Beth Shalom, who urged senators to listen carefully, act with humility and integrity, and keep policy focused on real people and practical justice. His remarks were journalized without objection. The chamber also welcomed several guests, including a senior Girl Scout troop from Jefferson, family members of a senator, and visiting teachers, educators, and students from the College Board Foundation. The main floor action was a resolution recognizing Korean-American Day and honoring the Korean Society of Maryland and the broader Korean American community for their contributions to Maryland and the nation. The sponsor highlighted the community’s history since the first Korean immigrants arrived in North America in 1903 and named several Korean American leaders present in the gallery. The resolution was read in full and adopted unanimously, with applause and thanks extended to the guests. The Senate then handled first-reader bill introductions: Senate Bill 280, relating to state parks terminology in the Natural Resources/Education/Energy/Environment committees, and Senate Bill 281, the Metro Funding Modification Act of 2026, referred to Budget and Taxation. Leadership noted that the early weeks of session would be committee-heavy, with most bills going to standing committees rather than the floor. Committee chairs then gave scheduling updates, including truncated hearing formats due to bill volume, upcoming hearings on longevity, the AHEAD model and emergency department wait times, election law bills, controller briefings, and departmental hearings. The Senate adjourned without objection until Wednesday, January 21, for a 10:00 a.m. pro forma session.

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• Grant us then the humility to serve this body as we seek to serve this country and you in this time.
• Grant<00:06:06.080> us<00:06:06.240> then<00:06:06.479> the<00:06:06.639> humility
• ><00:06:07.039> to<00:06:07.280> serve<00:06:07.600> this Grant us then the humility
• to serve this Grant us then the humility to serve this body<00:06:08.960> as<00:06:09.199>

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• humble Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, the model of all virtue and perfection, grant to us the virtue of humility
• We cannot love Thee more until humility shows us our own nothingness.
• We cannot love Thee more until humility shows us our own nothingness.
• You've given to the world a glorious apostle of humility, St. Martin de Tours.
• Martin and of the surpassing value of the virtue of humility, through the same Christ our Lord.

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the prior journal, and took attendance. Members then recognized several guest groups and individuals, including the West Valley Regional Chamber, Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics Arizona, Vitalant for National Blood Donor Month, and veterans and military family representatives in advance of a Veterans Caucus meeting. A proclamation was read recognizing January as National Blood Donor Month in Arizona and honoring Vitalant’s role in supplying blood to Arizona patients. The chamber also heard a declaration naming January 22, 2026, West Valley Regional Chamber Day, and members made personal remarks, including a memorial tribute to Jennifer Marie Walker Skaggs and announcements about committee meetings and caucus events. The House recorded attendance, entered committee reports, and processed a large number of bills through first and second reading, covering elections, education, veterans, health, housing, taxation, artificial intelligence, public safety, and other topics. Several bills were also withdrawn and reassigned to different committees, including referrals to Artificial Intelligence and Innovation, Government, and Public Safety and Law Enforcement. No substantive floor debate or final votes on legislation occurred in the transcript beyond procedural motions. The House later recessed and reconvened, continued first-reading referrals for additional bills and resolutions, and then adjourned on a motion approved by voice vote until 1:15 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2026.

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• Matthew embodies a spirit of 96792, dedicated, grounded, and guided by humility and aloha.
• Matthew embodies a spirit of 96792, dedicated, grounded, and guided by humility and aloha.
• Matthew embodies a spirit of 96792, dedicated, grounded, and guided by humility and aloha.
• Military Youth of the Year. dedicated, grounded, and guided by dedicated, grounded, and guided by humility
• humility and aloha. humility and aloha.

Bills: HR209, SB3131, SB2494, SB2447, SB2727, SB2145, SB2143, HR22, HCR22, HR97, HCR105, HR138, HCR146, HCR16, HCR35, HCR40, HR3, HCR4, HR161, HCR171, HR109, HCR117, HR33, HCR33, HR141, HCR149, HR190, HCR200, HR193, HCR203, HR194, HCR204, HR196, HCR206, HR197, HCR207, HR191, HCR201, HR12, HCR10, HR148, HCR157, HR184, HCR194, HR195, HCR205, HR192, HCR202, HR173, HCR183, HR179, HCR189, HR181, HCR191, HR21, HCR21, HR23, HCR24, HR60, HCR66, HR113, HCR121, HR145, HCR153, HR74, HCR82, HR77, HCR85, HR90, HCR98, HR27, HCR36, HR165, HCR175, HR187, HCR197, HR5, HCR6, SB2054

Keywords: entertainment, comedy, youth wellness, cultural identity, Hawaiian culture, mental health, public service, job title, administrative assistant, executive assistant, state personnel, civil service, modernization, employment standards, bribery, corruption, statute of limitations, public servant, criminal justice, campaign finance

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• I reflect back on my journey to this moment with humility, gratitude, and amazement.
• We undertake our work with humility, with deep respect, and are always mindful our decisions profoundly
• <00:50:49.160> with undertake our work with humility with undertake our work with humility
• You led the Judiciary with humility and have always been an independent thinker.
• and have always been an humility and have always been an independent<00:58:48.240> thinker<00

Keywords: State of the Judiciary Address by Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald, 912, senate, all

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• From this posture of humility and faithfulness, may your design for this day and for our work be fulfilled
• <00:04:27.360> this<00:04:27.600> posture<00:04:28.000> of<00:04:28.160> humility
• <00:04:28.639> and From this posture of humility and From this posture of humility and faithfulness

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Give us grace to approach you with humility and honesty.
• <00:06:16.560> with Give us grace to approach you with Give us grace to approach you with humility
• humility and honesty. humility and honesty.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, January 16, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• We come before you today with humility and reverence, acknowledging that without you, we can do nothing
• Let their leadership reflect your heart for justice, mercy, and humility.
• reflect your heart for justice, mercy, reflect your heart for justice, mercy, and<00:03:56.319> humility
• 57.920> them<00:03:58.080> to<00:03:58.319> love<00:03:58.480> the and humility
• Teach them to love the and humility.

Keywords: MS Senate Floor - 23 February, 2026; 4:00 PM, 925, all

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum present, received an invocation from Reverend Tony Chrysler, and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Routine motions were adopted to dispense with reading the journal, committee reports, and bill and resolution titles. The chamber also recognized Dr. Scott Hamilton as doctor of the day and welcomed a group from the Hancock County Youth Academy to the gallery. On the calendar, several items were passed over and retained, including items one through six on the finance calendar, a motion to reconsider Senate Bill 3053, and House Bill 1076. No substantive debate on those measures was recorded in this segment. The Senate then moved into announcements. Announcements included a capital prayer gathering the next morning, the Mississippi Legislative Sportsman’s Caucus catfish dinner, an appropriations committee meeting, a joint appropriations/IT meeting to discuss statewide computer and technology issues, a finance committee meeting, and notices that Insurance and Judiciary Division B would not meet the next morning. Members also requested that the Senate adjourn in memory of several individuals, including Jimmy Scott McMon of Starkville, Mary Margaret Casease of Oxford, Brent Coleman of Sebast, and Leila Bea Keys of Clarksdale and Robera Jameson of Marks. The Senate voted to stand in recess until 5:00 p.m., with the journal to reflect adjournment until 10:00 a.m. the following morning.

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• If we approach our relationships through vulnerable, honest dialogue, through the humility that we are
• :11.680> dialogue,<00:08:12.319> through<00:08:12.560> the<00:08:12.720> humility
• honest dialogue, through the humility honest dialogue, through the humility that<00:08:13.840>

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• This trait of self-awareness and humility struck me in a way that is still vividly remembered.
• self-awareness<00:04:51.520> and This trait of self-awareness and This trait of self-awareness and humility
• humility humility struck<00:04:54.240> me<00:04:54.400> in<00:04:54.560> a<00:04

Keywords: 926, house, all

Summary: The House met to take up a special action item: reading HCR 196, a concurrent resolution honoring U.S. Army Major General and Vermont Adjutant and Inspector General Gregory Knight for his service to Vermont and the nation. The resolution recounted his career in the Coast Guard, Burlington police, Vermont Air National Guard, and Vermont Army National Guard, including his deployment to Iraq, later promotion to major general, and his appointment as adjutant and inspector general in 2019. It also noted his military honors and leadership during his seven-year tenure, and directed the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to Knight and the Vermont National Guard. Several members offered remarks praising Knight’s leadership, humility, humor, and commitment to service. Speakers highlighted his role in strengthening the Vermont National Guard, building accountability and institutional capacity, and supporting needed change within the organization, including for women in uniform. One member recalled first meeting Knight during his campaign for adjutant general and described him as a strong, detail-oriented leader and collaborator. The House also welcomed Knight, his family, and guests to the State House. A member announced that a reception would be held later in the Cedar Creek Room in his honor. No vote on the resolution was described in the transcript, and the House then recessed until later in the day, with instructions to return for the joint assembly with the Senate.

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• And yet in these seats of power, we pray that you would give us humility.
• Humility to open our ears towards challenging dialogue.
• Humility to think beyond our own selfish interest and desires.
• Humility to know that we are crafting legislation not for the moment but that we are writing the scripts

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• The point is that life's journey is a balancing act, walking the razor's edge between pride and humility
• So, we can relax and have some humility because all of this is a precious, because all of this is a precious
• Would you give each of us humility enough to listen, enough to listen, and to learn, and to serve something
• Give us courage to lead with both humility and confidence, conviction and compassion, and may the work

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a roll call establishing a quorum. The journal from the previous day was approved as corrected, and House Files 5140 through 5143 were introduced and given first reading. The Committee on Rules and Legislative Administration also reported that Senate File 3720 was designated for the calendar for Thursday, May 14, 2026, with a pre-filing requirement for amendments. During the floor session, Representative Long repeatedly questioned the status of Senate File 4067, described as a comprehensive gun violence prevention package, asking where it was located and when it would move through committee. The Speaker responded that the bill, along with other omnibus bills from the Senate, was under review and would move at the appropriate time, which was within the Speaker’s prerogative. Long argued that families affected by gun violence wanted the bill advanced to the floor for a vote and urged leadership to move it forward. Representative Niska then moved that the House recess to the call of the Speaker, and the motion carried. The House announced it would recess, with members also indicating they would meet in their caucuses.

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• them clarity to see the needs of their constituents, the courage to act with integrity, and the humility
• courage to act with integrity<00:02:08.879> and<00:02:09.000> the<00:02:09.160> humility
• c><00:02:09.640> to<00:02:09.840> listen<00:02:10.360> to integrity and the humility
• to listen to integrity and the humility to listen to and<00:02:11.360> appreciate<00:02:11.920

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• every single voice, patience to endure these challenges ahead of us, and the grace to lead us with humility
• every single voice, patience to endure these challenges ahead of us, and the grace to lead us with humility
• every single voice, patience to endure these challenges ahead of us, and the grace to lead us with humility
• boldness with collaboration<00:35:47.359> leadership<00:35:48.040> with<00:35:48.240> humility
• collaboration leadership with humility collaboration leadership with humility and<00:35:49.240><

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The House convened for the opening of the 2025-2026 Minnesota legislative session. Secretary of State Steve Simon called the chamber to order, appointed a clerk pro tem, and Pastor Ben Mayatt delivered the prayer before the Pledge of Allegiance. The clerk then conducted the roll call, and after an initial dispute over quorum and authority, the House determined that 67 members were present, establishing a quorum. The main business was organizing the House. Members nominated and seconded Representative Lisa Demuth for Speaker, and she was elected on a 67-0 roll call vote. After taking the oath, Speaker Demuth delivered remarks emphasizing service, civility, bipartisan cooperation, accountability, and focusing on practical results for Minnesotans. The House also adopted a resolution accepting the findings in the District 40B election contest and declaring a vacancy there, and another resolution adopting temporary House rules for the session, including a committee structure and a fraud prevention/state government oversight committee. Members then adopted a resolution authorizing necessary House employees to continue working, and the Speaker announced appointments for Speaker pro tempore, Deputy Speaker pro tempore, and the House Committee on Rules and Legislative Administration. The House also approved permanent desk assignments for the Republican and DFL caucuses. The session ended with announcements about a reception and a Rules Committee meeting, followed by adjournment until noon on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.

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• Bless this chamber with humility that you may listen before you speak.
• 00:06:00.240> this<00:06:00.560> chamber<00:06:01.039> with<00:06:01.720> humility
• Bless this chamber with humility work.
• Bless this chamber with humility that<00:06:02.960> you<00:06:03.199> may<00:06:03.639>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• pray that you would fill them with leaders who listen well to their constituents and who lead with humility
• c><00:01:31.920> who<00:01:32.240> lead<00:01:32.600> with<00:01:32.800> humility
• constituents and who lead with humility constituents and who lead with humility and<00:01:33.600

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a roll call that established a quorum. The journal from the previous day was approved as corrected, standing committee and division reports were adopted without objection, and several bills received second readings, including House Files 719, 2484, 2486, and 4808, and Senate Files 334, 1943, and 5200. The House also received House Files 5150 through 5155 for first reading, and Senate File 3236 was introduced and referred to the Transportation Finance and Policy Committee; it relates to requiring helmets for operators of electric-assisted bicycles under age 18. The main substantive action was on House File 3489, the education bill establishing a field trip policy and the criminal offense of grooming. Representative Bennett explained that the Senate amendments removed the field trip component, added training for mandated reporters to identify sensitive situations such as field trips, and tightened the grooming definition to avoid unintended coverage. Representative Jordan supported the amended bill, and the House voted to concur in the Senate amendments. The bill then passed third reading as amended by the Senate by a vote of 133 ayes and 0 nays, with its title agreed to. The Committee on Rules and Legislative Administration also designated House File 2354 for the supplemental calendar for Saturday, May 16. Representative Niska’s motion to adjourn until Sunday, May 17 at 1:00 p.m. prevailed, and later the House recessed to the call of the Speaker after discussion of a future Rules Committee meeting and a planned recognition of a foreign dignitary.

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• He brought humility into the courtroom.
• He brought humility into the courtroom.
• He brought humility into the courtroom.
• His character was defined by humility and strength.
• With grace and humility, Judge Harris believed firmly in second chances.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on the Judiciary held a late-file hearing on several bills, with Chairs Michael Day and Lydia Edwards outlining hearing rules, testimony limits, and written-testimony procedures. The first bill discussed was H. 4876, a proposal to strengthen supports for survivors of abuse. Representative Carol Faiola testified on behalf of a constituent who described how a lifetime restraining order was effectively undermined after a family member’s death, arguing the bill should limit abusers’ legal standing after death, improve survivor notification and privacy protections, expand coercive-control definitions, and create education and resource programs. The committee then heard testimony on H. 5111, which would strengthen the Massachusetts Antitrust Act. Representative Dave Rogers and Attorney General’s Office antitrust chief Anthony Mariano said the bill would give the state more tools to pursue anti-competitive conduct, including conduct with multi-state effects, while allowing enforcement even when federal authorities are also involved. They said it would increase penalties, clarify that invitations to conspire are violations, protect labor markets, remove limits affecting some housing transactions, and extend the statute of limitations. The committee also heard support for a related “universal 1983” bill, S. 2976/H. 2976, creating a state cause of action for constitutional violations by federal, state, or local officers acting under color of law; supporters said it would fill gaps in remedies against federal officers while preserving qualified immunity. Testimony also supported H. 4783, a bill affirming the rights of people experiencing homelessness. The Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless said the measure would push back against growing criminalization of homelessness, especially after the Supreme Court’s Grants Pass decision and local encampment bans, and would protect the use of public spaces without discrimination based on housing status. On H. 4826, condo owners and advocates said Chapter 183A is outdated and leaves owners with too little say and too few remedies against mismanagement, citing problems such as unsafe water, major assessments, and lack of meaningful dispute resolution. The committee also heard strong support for H. 5116, renaming the Dorchester Division of the Boston Municipal Court the Judge Leslie E. Harris Courthouse, with testimony from family members, legislators, attorneys, and community leaders describing Judge Harris’s mentorship, community service, and commitment to second chances. Later testimony covered S. 2975, a bill to deter ICE courthouse arrests and protect access to justice; CPCS, law students, and defense advocates said courthouse arrests chill participation by defendants, witnesses, and victims and disrupt pending cases. The committee also heard support for H. 5244, repealing an archaic law criminalizing concealment of a child’s death, with advocates arguing it has been used to punish pregnancy loss and should be removed. The hearing concluded with additional testimony in favor of S. 2976 and more support for the Judge Harris courthouse renaming, after which the chairs closed the hearing and reminded the public how to submit written testimony.