Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Business & Commerce Committee Mar 25th, 2025

Meeting Video(s)

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Business and Commerce Mar 25th, 2025 1 of 3

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

The committee meeting was marked by extensive discussions surrounding various bills aimed at strengthening Texas's role in financial and regulatory frameworks. Significant emphasis was placed on Senate Bill 1239, presented by Senator Milton, which seeks to bolster Texas's position in global financial markets by amending existing laws related to sovereign debt. This bill aims to position Texas as a reliable jurisdiction for handling sovereign debt issues. Public testimony was heard, with several industry experts expressing support for the bill, highlighting the need for Texas to compete effectively with established financial jurisdictions like New York. The committee voted favorably on multiple bills, indicating a proactive approach to addressing legislative needs.
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Senate Committee on Business and Commerce Mar 25th, 2025 at 08:00 am 2 of 3

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Committee on Business and Commerce Mar 25th, 2025 at 08:00 am 3 of 3

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

The meeting of the committee showcased an extensive agenda where multiple bills were discussed with a focus on their implications for Texas legislation. Key highlights included the passage of several bills with strong bipartisan support, notably SB1202 which underwent changes via a committee substitute to better align with emerging needs. The discussions were marked by active participation from committee members, with many bills sent for favorable reporting to the full Senate. Public testimony was encouraged, providing insights into the potential impact of the proposed legislation.

Bills on the Agenda

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Texas Senate Bill SB483

Voted on by Senate
 
Out of House Committee
 
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the sharing and protection of certain utility proprietary customer information.
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Texas Senate Bill SB522

Filed
12/2/24  
Out of Senate Committee
3/31/25  
Voted on by Senate
4/10/25  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the certification and regulation of certain out-of-state certified public accountants.
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Texas Senate Bill SB783

Filed
1/15/25  
Out of Senate Committee
4/2/25  
Voted on by Senate
4/10/25  
Out of House Committee
4/28/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities for the construction or alteration of residential or commercial buildings.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1239

Filed
2/12/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/31/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to choice of law and assignment or acquisition of claims and demands in connection with certificated and uncertificated securities.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1254

Filed
2/13/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/31/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the regulation of professional employer organizations.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1255

Filed
2/13/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/31/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the regulation of mold assessors and remediators.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1259

Filed
2/13/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/31/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the regulation of land surveyors by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1341

Filed
2/18/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/31/25  
Voted on by Senate
4/10/25  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the regulation of manufactured homes.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1664

Filed
2/27/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/31/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to public information regarding the rates of a transmission and distribution utility.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1762

Filed
2/28/25  
Out of Senate Committee
4/7/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to designate certain persons as the operator of an orphaned oil or gas well.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1856

Filed
3/4/25  
Out of House Committee
 
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to a capacity cost recovery rider for certain electric utilities.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1877

Filed
3/4/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/31/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the authority of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to access certain data.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1977

Filed
3/6/25  
Out of Senate Committee
4/7/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the recovery and reimbursement of certain expenses by an electric utility or a water and sewer utility in a rate proceeding.