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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular
88th Legislative Session Apr 6th, 2023 at 08:04 am
Texas House Floor Meeting
Keywords:
supplemental appropriations, budget, education funding, healthcare, infrastructure, economic development, General Appropriations, public education, healthcare funding, property tax relief, mental health services, state budget, community colleges, education savings accounts, supplemental appropriations, budget, education funding, healthcare, infrastructure, economic development
Summary:
The committee meeting primarily focused on three major bills: HB1, a general appropriations bill, and SB30, which dealt with supplemental appropriations and adjustments. During the discussion of HB1, members highlighted the significant budget allocations for education, health services, and public safety. A notable contention arose around the inadequacy of funding for public education, with multiple members expressing the need for further investment in teachers and school infrastructure. In contrast, HB1 was ultimately passed with a record vote, indicating broad support despite some dissent regarding its provisions for education funding.
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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular
Culture, Recreation & Tourism Apr 6th, 2023 at 08:04 am
House Culture, Recreation & Tourism Committee
Keywords:
major events reimbursement, Texas government code, event funding, sports events, economic development, major events reimbursement, events trust fund, sporting events, eligibility requirements, Texas legislation, National Reined Cow Horse Association, funding, major events reimbursement program, championship series, eligibility, World Cup, major events reimbursement program, economic impact, Houston, Dallas
Summary:
The Committee on Culture, Recreation, and Tourism meeting addressed several house bills aimed at enhancing funding eligibility for various major events, such as cricket events and historic monuments. Bills discussed included HB4805, which relates to the eligibility of cricket events for funding, and HB3835, focused on the management of the Iwo Jima monument by the Texas Historical Commission. Members engaged in discussions about the economic benefits of these events and the importance of preserving historical sites. Several bills were reported favorably with recommendations for further consideration.