At its meeting the Senate Judiciary Committee amended and advanced several bills (including SB 14‑67, SB 19‑29 to finance, SB 25‑33 to finance, SB 22‑10, SB 23‑23 and others) while several contested measures (including SB 26‑19 and SB 9‑04) failed to advance; this summarizes recorded roll calls and formal actions from the hearing.

Commissioners declare March 6, 2025, as Frank M Butler Junior Day in Okaloosa County.

House members express condolences for ex-president Jarabo and approve several legislative items.

The committee reported seven bills out of committee with due‑pass recommendations on Feb. 25; vote tallies ranged from unanimous voice votes to contested roll calls. This roundup lists each bill, the committee action, and the announced roll‑call totals.

During executive session the committee recommended due‑pass or sent to rules/ways & means several bills including EHB 1345 (ADU limits), ESHB 1500 (resale certificate changes), ESHB 1501 (inquiry process for associations), ESHB 1974 (land bank authorities), and SHB 2228 (building code/compact stairs).

Summary of formal floor actions taken March 12, 2026: House ordered perfection/printing or adopted committee substitutes on multiple bills including H.B. 26-36, 17-18, 21-20, 27-48, 20-35, 32-31, 25-47 and a set of calendar items; several votes were recorded on procedural motions.

Council approves Matthew Wirt's appointment during closed session meeting.

The Oklahoma House passed three bills on final passage during the session: House Bill 1484 (education), House Bill 1085 (contracts), and Senate Bill 133 (groundwater permits). Vote tallies recorded on the floor were HB 1484 (96–1), HB 1085 (88–8), and SB 133 (85–12); emergency clauses were approved for HB 1484 and SB 133.

Senate File 24-70 establishes permits and taxes for event-driven contracts traded on dedicated contract markets (prediction markets). Sponsor Senator Dawson said the bill targets markets tied to sports, elections and legislative actions and includes contingency tax provisions and increased permit fees; an amendment addressing insider-participation was withdrawn and the Senate adopted amendment 51-42 before passing the bill.

The Senate recorded multiple roll‑call and unanimous‑consent actions: adoption of a retail amendment to H 39 24 (36–3), tabling of an on‑site consumption amendment (23–16), second reading of H 39 24 (35–4), third readings on several bills including S 8 31 and S A 29, and adoption of local road‑naming resolutions and appointments.

During the 11/13/2025 special session the Nevada Senate adopted two assembly concurrent resolutions, accredited press, declared emergency status for several bills, and passed SB1, SB2, SB3 and SB5; the most contested floor debate concerned whether SB5 could fund providers that provide abortion-related services.

Ohio political updates reveal shifts in leadership and ongoing legislative actions. The Ohio Education Association (OEA) has elected Jeff Wensing, a math teacher from Parma City Schools, as its new president, with Dan Greenberg, an English teacher from Sylvania, taking on the role of vice president. In the race for Ohio’s 13th congressional district, Auditor Keith Faber has publicly endorsed Kevin Coughlin, the Republican candidate. State Representative Rodney Creech has announced his campaign for the Ohio State Senate seat currently held by Steve Huffman in the 5th district. Recognizing recent birthdays are former Governor John Kasich and Mike DeWine, a former spokesman. Legislation continues to move forward, notably a bill aiming to prohibit cell phone use in Ohio’s schools. This measure is progressing through the Senate committee. Financial concerns are evident, with the State Historic Preservation Office facing potential staff reductions due to uncertain federal funding. Related to this, ongoing cuts stemming from the Trump administration’s policies are impacting Ohio communities, with a link provided for further details. Other legislation under consideration includes HB 29, which would guarantee access to complimentary feminine hygiene products for female inmates. HB 114 addresses the cell phone ban. Governor Jim Tressel is actively promoting a new program at Sinclair Community College, designed to eliminate prerequisites for high school students pursuing college coursework in high-demand fields. He will also be touring Sinclair’s Robotics Lab. A noteworthy quote emerged from former Representative Bob Ney, who advised George Santos with the observation, “If you can survive the Hill, you can survive in prison.” Mark your calendars for upcoming events: Governor Tressel's visit to Sinclair Community College is scheduled for Tuesday, May 21st at 2 p.m. The State House and Senate will be in session on Wednesday, May 5th at 2 p.m. and 1:30 p.m., respectively. Ohio’s political landscape is currently characterized by a concentrated emphasis on education, budgetary anxieties, and pivotal electoral contests, all while federal policies continue to affect the state.

Committee recommends adopting resolutions honoring the sport fish restoration program's anniversary.

House passes resolution honoring David T. Donnelly and adopts sick leave bank legislation

The committee acted on 13 bills. Notable committee actions: AB 11 99 (recredentialing) referred to Senate Health; AB 13 49 (speculative ticketing) and AB 17 20 (ticket resale cap for small venues) were advanced to the committee handling digital technologies/consumer protection; AB 23 86 (international physicians) moved to Appropriations.

On Jan. 20, 2026, the Assembly adopted ACR 139 by voice vote (61 coauthors recorded), passed AB 1656 on the floor (58–0), and adopted the consent calendar (63–0). The session also included ceremonial recognitions and adjournments in memory.

The House Public Safety Committee handled a block of uncontested items, adopted substitutes, conformed several senate bills to house language and struck HB 533 from the record. Multiple bills were reported, commonly on party‑line tallies.

The agriculture subcommittee reported HB 65 and HB 512 and adopted HB 292; it also passed procedural 'pass by' motions on HB 112 and HB 322. Vote tallies: HB 65 — reported 10‑0; HB 292 — adopted 11‑0; HB 512 as amended — reported 10‑0.

Committee members finalize details ahead of important voting session scheduled for tonight.

Senate concurrent resolution 17 celebrates Colonel Richard Kidd's life and military service.

A roundup of roll-call and voice-vote outcomes from the West Virginia Senate on March 12, 2026, listing resolutions and bills the chamber adopted, with vote tallies where recorded.

House passes bills honoring veterans and modifying vehicle regulations in North Dakota.