House International Relations & Economic Development Committee
The meeting focused on three key legislative items, primarily centered around improving the efficiency of workforce and social services in Texas. SB2315 was introduced to create a task force aimed at consolidating these services, with supportive testimony highlighting the need for a more holistic approach to assist beneficiaries. SCR26 urged Congress to amend federal laws, promoting the consolidation of federally funded workforce and social safety net services. The committee also discussed HB1343, which proposed prohibiting the carrying of firearms while intoxicated. Overall, there was an emphasis on finding better solutions to meet the needs of Texans through strategic consolidation and thoughtful policy making.
Relating to the creation of a task force to develop a plan for the consolidation of the functions of workforce development programs administered by the Texas Workforce Commission and social services programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.
Urging Congress to amend federal law to allow states to provide for the consolidation of federally funded workforce development services with federally funded social safety net services.