Video & Transcript Research : 'legislature'
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NE
Nebraska 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Morning Session Apr 17th, 2026
Nebraska Unicameral Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And, you know, it's the Nebraska Legislature as the Nebraska Legislature turns, you know, but I would
- the Governor may have for the Legislature.
- people who work for us in the Legislature.
- And that is the way I think the Legislature should work.
- I move that the One Hundred Ninth Legislature, Second Session of the Nebraska Legislature, having finished
TX
Bills:
HB293
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 20th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Bills:
HB4
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Senate SessionReceipt of House messages; reading and referral of bills. Aug 20th, 2025
Texas Senate Floor Meeting
Bills:
HB4
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- In other words, it's a recodification bill, known to much of us in the legislature.
- In other words, it's a recodification bill, uh, known to much, much of us in the legislature.
- Through House Concurrent Resolution 92, the legislature would be designating the 4th Thursday in March
Bills:
HCR7
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Administration met with six members present and took up several commemorative and code-revision measures, along with one hospice/palliative care resolution. Senator Hall presented HB 2703, designating July as American Patriotism Month, and HCR 7, designating September 29 as Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Day; both drew no public testimony and were reported favorably. Senator Kolkhorst presented HB 1615, a non-substantive Texas Legislative Council recodification bill relating to water and wastewater special districts, which was also reported favorably. Senator Parker presented HCR 86 recognizing Denton’s “31 Days of Denton Halloween,” and Senator Johnson presented HB 1620, another non-substantive code update; both were left pending at first and later reported favorably. Senator Johnson also presented SB 644, creating Hospice and Palliative Care Day on the second Saturday in October, which was left pending and later reported favorably.
The committee also heard HCR 75, HCR 93, HCR 126, and HCR 92. HCR 75 concerned a local designation tied to marina/guide services and was left pending initially, then later reported favorably. HCR 93 would renew Nacogdoches as the Garden Capital of Texas, HCR 126 would designate Corrigan as the Timber Products Capital of Texas, and HCR 92 would designate the fourth Thursday in March as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day; all were heard without public opposition and later reported favorably. Several members emphasized the historical, cultural, or economic significance of the local designations, while the code-update bills were described as non-substantive recodifications prepared by the Texas Legislative Council.
After taking up pending business, the committee voted to report the measures favorably, with most also recommended for the May 14, 2025 local and uncontested calendar. The committee certified the local and uncontested calendar list for that date, with some items removed because they had already passed earlier in the day or had other issues. The meeting concluded with a motion to recess.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs Apr 7th, 2025
S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- answer to, to that is, uh, those authorities have, um, they were given their authority by this legislature
- House Bill 2426 would create a game plan so the legislature can ensure we are capitalizing on our resources
- to figure out, you know, who's, what the recommendations are going to be, how we can help as a legislature
- Mandated entity, uh, that gathers together to provide recommendations to the legislature on various veteran
Bills:
HCR7
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The Senate of the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas will come to order.
- The 89th Legislature of the State of Texas will come to order.
- It is up to the legislature to establish the guidelines, the laws of what must be done to ensure that
- He brought this understanding to the Texas Legislature.
- He brought this understanding to the Texas legislature.
Bills:
SCR7
Summary:
The Texas Senate convened for the opening of the 89th Legislature with an invocation, roll call, and certification of the newly elected senators. Chief Justice Jimmy Blacklock administered the oath of office to the senators-elect, and Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott addressed the chamber, emphasizing priorities such as foster care, the budget, border security, school choice, and maintaining Texas’s economic growth and constitutional principles. Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick also welcomed members and guests, noted the Senate’s bipartisan culture, and highlighted the chamber’s organization for the session.
The Senate then held its organizational election for President Pro Tempore. Senator Tan Parker nominated Senator Brandon Creighton, and Senator Paul Bettencourt seconded the nomination, both praising Creighton’s background, legislative record, and leadership. The chamber voted by standing vote to elect Creighton, who was then escorted to the front and sworn in as President Pro Tempore by State Minister Scott Wall. Creighton delivered remarks about his family, his time as a Senate messenger, and his priorities for the session, including education, border issues, energy, and Texas sovereignty.
After the leadership election, the Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 7, granting permission for either house to adjourn for more than three days during the specified January period. The resolution passed by a recorded vote of 31 ayes and no nays. The Senate then adopted a motion by Senator Zaffirini to recess until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15, after a caucus at 10 a.m. in the Betty King Room.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- to act boldly in addressing... ...the Texas Legislature to act boldly in addressing the underfunding
- I'd like to take a moment to thank the members of the Texas Legislature who have been working hard to
- I'd like to take a moment to thank the members of the Texas Legislature who have been working hard to
- I urge the legislature to invest in special education this session because everyone deserves a great
- I urge the legislature to invest in special education this session because everyone deserves a great
Summary:
This was a press conference calling on the Texas Legislature to increase and reform funding for special education, with speakers arguing that the current system leaves a roughly $1.7 billion gap and forces districts to stretch general education dollars to cover mandated services. Sabrina Gonzalez Ocedo of The Arc of Texas opened by framing the issue as one of equity and self-determination for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and noted support for legislative efforts including Senate Bill 568 and House Bill 2. She also thanked a coalition of advocacy groups and legislators involved in special education funding work.
Representative Steve Toth spoke in favor of investing surplus dollars in special education, citing high rates of functional illiteracy and dyslexia among prison populations and saying earlier intervention could change life outcomes. Amy Litzinger described how accommodations and assistive technology helped her succeed in school and urged continued investment so other students can access similar supports. Sarah Harden, a parent and disability advocate, shared her daughter’s positive experience in a well-supported district but warned that many Texas districts cannot provide comparable services because of funding shortages and that families are increasingly worried about cuts.
Rachel Hull, a special education director, said well-resourced special education is transformational and outlined the need for individualized services, therapies, vocational training, and college readiness supports. Jean Mayer, a school trustee, said districts are struggling to meet state and federal requirements because funding does not match actual costs, pointing to staffing shortages and the need for parent engagement and professional development. The speakers repeatedly urged lawmakers to fully fund Senate Bill 568 and broader special education reforms this session; no votes were taken, as this was an advocacy event rather than a committee hearing.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 20th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And without any action of the Texas Legislature. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr.
- They will no longer have that choice if the legislature passes this bill.
- Readings are proof that the legislature should not be responsible for drawing these maps.
- Gervin-Hawkins, Chair of the Legislature. Sleda Black, caucus, thank you for being brave.
- Now, this legislature is poised to defy that court ruling from 2011.
Keywords:
district composition, congressional election, Texas, legislature, voting districts, 997, house, all
TX
Keywords:
district composition, congressional election, Texas, legislature, voting districts, 1185, senate, all
TX
Texas 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Aug 11th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- They are critical measures that would expand the powers of the Texas Legislature.
- They are critical measures that would expand the powers of the Texas Legislature.
Keywords:
redistricting, congressional districts, Texas Legislature, elections, 2020 Census, 997, house, all
TX
Texas 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Aug 8th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you for the wisdom and protection that our governor, our legislature, and all of our peace officers
Keywords:
redistricting, congressional districts, Texas Legislature, elections, 2020 Census, 997, house, all
TX
Texas 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Aug 5th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We ask you to be with every member of this legislature and all the staff that helped work it together
- briefing on their efforts to locate and return the members who are actively trying to thwart. the legislature
Keywords:
redistricting, congressional districts, Texas Legislature, elections, 2020 Census, 997, house, all
TX
Texas 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Aug 4th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Keywords:
redistricting, congressional districts, Texas Legislature, elections, 2020 Census, 997, house, all
TX
Texas 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Aug 4th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Keywords:
redistricting, congressional districts, Texas Legislature, elections, 2020 Census, 997, house, all
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Congressional Redistricting, Select Aug 1st, 2025
Congressional Redistricting, Select
Transcript Highlights:
- Is it allowed for members of the legislature to submit statements?
- We have been a part of this legislature.
- I've been asked this for as long as I've been in the legislature.
- It is asking for the Texas Legislature to do what the Texas Legislature has always done, which is...
- I ask that the legislature spend time on those issues.
Bills:
HB4
Keywords:
district composition, congressional election, Texas, legislature, voting districts, 997, house, all
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The Senate of the 89th legislature of the state of Texas will come to order.
- Senator [Menendez](link from function call): of the members of the Senate of the 89th Legislature, 2025
- Governor [Greg Abbott](link from function call): It is up to the legislature to establish the guidelines
- He brought this understanding to the Texas legislature.
- Senator [Parker](link from function call): He brought this understanding to the Texas legislature.
Bills:
SCR7
Keywords:
legislature, adjournment, permissions, Texas Constitution, session, legislative authority, 1185, senate, all
TX
Keywords:
public education, HB2, teacher salaries, special education, emergent bilingual programs, Texas legislature
Summary:
The meeting primarily revolved around the discussion of HB2, which aims to increase funding for public education in Texas. Key points included enhancements to teacher salaries, special education funding, and initiatives to support emergent bilingual programs. Legislators highlighted the need for collaboration and leadership in addressing the challenges faced by public schools, noting the vital role that education plays in the state's future. Speaker Burroughs expressed confidence in achieving significant improvements for Texas students through this legislation, which has been deemed one of the most consequential bills of the session.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Apr 14th, 2025
Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- So for decades now, the legislature in Texas has gradually and systematically loosened our gun laws.
- The Texas legislature legislature is arming terrorist organizations, would potentially be the headline
Bills:
HB259
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- During these unexcused absences, only during the moratorium period and during years that the Texas legislature
- This bill pertains to members of the legislature who are absent from the state for purposes related to
- By a minority faction of the Legislature.
- We should make sure the executive and all the Legislature are treated equally.
- Challenges the integrity of the legislature when members can disrupt the legislative process.
Bills:
HB18
Keywords:
HB 18, Texas Legislature, quorum break, quorum-busting, legislative walkout, absent legislators, political contributions, campaign finance, political expenditures, legislative caucus, specific-purpose committee, Texas Ethics Commission, civil penalty, show cause order, district court, Fifteenth Court of Appeals, session fundraising, travel lodging food expenses, legislative session, compelled attendance
Summary:
The meeting of the committee focused on the discussions surrounding HB18, which aims to prevent legislators from financially benefiting when they break quorum. Chairman Shaheen emphasized that this bill addresses the integrity of the Texas legislature and responds to constituent concerns about lawmakers being absent and raising funds simultaneously. Throughout the meeting, members discussed the implications of enforcing penalties for breaking quorum and the balance between legislative strategy and financial transparency. Various representatives expressed their views, with some supporting the bill for enhancing accountability, while others argued that it imposes unfair restrictions on a constitutional tactic historically used by minority factions.