Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee Apr 4th, 2023

Meeting Video(s)

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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Veteran Affairs Apr 4th, 2023

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

The meeting focused on the discussion and considerations surrounding various bills, including SB653 regarding parking privileges for veterans with disabilities. Senator Blanco introduced the bill aimed at addressing unintended consequences of previous legislation that impacted veterans' ability to park in designated spaces. Public testimonies were heard, with representatives from the Texas VFW and the Coalition of Texans with Disabilities expressing support for the bill. Additionally, other bills, including SB1376 and SB1859, were also discussed and moved forward for further consideration.

Bills on the Agenda

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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1859

Filed
3/8/23  
Out of Senate Committee
4/5/23  
Voted on by Senate
4/12/23  
Out of House Committee
4/24/23  
Voted on by House
5/2/23  
Governor Action
5/15/23  
Relating to benefits and services for veterans and certain other related benefits.
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Texas Senate Bill SB422

Filed
1/12/23  
Out of Senate Committee
4/5/23  
Voted on by Senate
4/13/23  
Out of House Committee
5/18/23  
Voted on by House
5/24/23  
Governor Action
6/18/23  
Relating to the authority of certain military service members to engage in a business or occupation in this state.
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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB653

Voted on by Senate
 
Out of House Committee
 
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to certain offenses regarding parking privileges of veterans with disabilities.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1376

Filed
3/1/23  
Out of Senate Committee
4/5/23  
Voted on by Senate
4/20/23  
Out of House Committee
5/18/23  
Voted on by House
5/24/23  
Governor Action
6/18/23  
Relating to an employment preference for members of the military and their spouses for positions at state agencies.