Meeting Video(s)

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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Natural Resources & Economic Development (Part II) May 3rd, 2023 1 of 2

Senate Natural Resources & Economic Development Committee

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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Natural Resources & Economic Development (Part I) May 3rd, 2023 2 of 2

Senate Natural Resources & Economic Development Committee

The Senate Committee on Natural Resources meeting covered various bills related to parkland dedication and the administration of alcoholic beverages at the Texas State History Museum. Notably, Senate Bill 2060 regarding the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages was introduced and discussed, highlighting revenue opportunities for the museum. Additionally, House Bill 1526 concerning parkland dedication faced opposition from city representatives who expressed concerns over its implications for local parks and green spaces. The committee ultimately left several bills pending for further consideration.

Bills on the Agenda

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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1602

Filed
1/25/23  
Out of House Committee
4/4/23  
Voted on by House
4/14/23  
Out of Senate Committee
5/9/23  
Voted on by Senate
5/12/23  
Governor Action
5/27/23  
Relating to performance criteria for the award of adult education and literacy funds.
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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2459

Filed
2/17/23  
Out of House Committee
4/11/23  
Voted on by House
4/26/23  
Out of Senate Committee
5/9/23  
Voted on by Senate
5/17/23  
Governor Action
6/12/23  
Relating to the administration of violations and administrative penalties of the employment of children.
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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1526

Filed
1/23/23  
Out of House Committee
4/6/23  
Voted on by House
4/13/23  
Out of Senate Committee
5/5/23  
Voted on by Senate
5/21/23  
Governor Action
6/10/23  
Relating to parkland dedication for multifamily, hotel, and motel property development by certain municipalities; authorizing a fee.
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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2060

Voted on by Senate
 
Out of House Committee
 
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the sale, possession, or consumption of alcoholic beverages at the Texas State History Museum.