Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee May 21st, 2025

Meeting Video(s)

TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development May 21st, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

The meeting of the Economic Development Committee was marked by a series of important discussions surrounding a range of bills, including SB315, SB584, and SB7105. SB2670, which aims to protect businesses from misleading solicitations, was highlighted during the session, where its provisions were debated among committee members. Additionally, SB2637 was presented to tackle misinformation disseminated on social media platforms. Witnesses provided insights into the implications of these bills, specifically focusing on consumer protection and the balance between technological advancement and public safety. The chair urged thoughtful consideration of the bills in the context of their impact on both businesses and residents of the state. The meeting concluded with a call for further analysis of several key bills that were left pending, indicating strong interest in ensuring that legislations align with public interests while addressing modern challenges posed by technology and misleading practices. Attendance was robust, with committee members actively engaging with witnesses and each other to ensure comprehensive discussions were had. Notable commentary emphasized the need for regulations to adapt to the evolving digital landscape and protect citizens from dishonest business practices.

Bills on the Agenda

TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1361

Filed
2/18/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/9/25  
Voted on by Senate
5/14/25  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to a disaster recovery loan program for small and micro-businesses.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2105

Filed
3/7/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/7/25  
Voted on by Senate
5/12/25  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the authority of a county attorney or district attorney to enforce human trafficking awareness and prevention in commercial lodging establishments.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2637

Filed
3/13/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/5/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to disclosures about certain automated posts on social media platforms; providing a civil penalty.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2690

Filed
3/13/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/5/25  
Voted on by Senate
5/7/25  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to solicitations for the retrieval of certain documents from the secretary of state; providing a civil penalty.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SCR38

Recognizing the strategic importance of the Gulf of America to the economic and security interests of Texas and the United States.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2713

Filed
3/13/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/5/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to preventing discrimination in membership in a professional or trade association.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2881

Filed
3/14/25  
Out of Senate Committee
4/15/25  
Voted on by Senate
4/24/25  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the access and communications settings for accounts of minor users of digital services.