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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular
Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Mar 15th, 2023 at 11:03 am
House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee
Bills:
HB1255, HB1561, HB1552, HB527, HB530, HB1741, HB1763, HB2014, HB2015, HB2022, HB2024, HB603, HB128, HB255, HB266, HB785, HB689, HB1182, HB1372, HB609, HB367
Keywords:
arbitration, limitations period, lawsuit, court, legal proceedings, interlocutory appeals, court decisions, legal proceedings, Texas Supreme Court, judicial efficiency, liability limitation, financial institutions, trusts, mergers, trustee accounting, civil actions, motion to dismiss, constitutional rights, exemptions, legislation
Summary:
The meeting covered a range of bills related to judicial conduct, civil liability, and jury service reforms. Key discussions included HB2024 on residential construction claims, and HB2015 which proposes increasing the age limit for jury service exemptions. Several bills, such as HB1182 and HB367, focused on improving transparency and the powers of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct. Overall, the committee engaged with a variety of witnesses and stakeholders to ensure comprehensive perspectives were considered.
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Keywords:
civil penalty, sign placement, public safety, visual blight, urban regulation, driver's license, suspension, convictions, traffic violations, legal reform, memorial highway, Deputy Samuel Leonard, law enforcement tribute, U.S. Highway 87, Concho County, memorial, highway designation, public safety, law enforcement, Sergeant Stephen Jones
Summary:
The meeting focused on various bills related to transportation, including discussions on SB261 concerning the titling and registration of assembled trailers and SB504, which designates a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 765 as the Sergeant Stephen Jones Memorial Highway. Public testimonies in support of several bills were heard, with representatives from various associations voicing their endorsements. Multiple bills were reported favorably back to the Senate, while others were left pending due to the need for further discussion or adjustments.
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Keywords:
mental health, school services, Medicaid, student wellness, rural healthcare, parental rights, threat assessment, student safety, school policy, education regulation, panic alert, school safety, Alyssa's law, emergency response, silent technology, education, rural schools, partnership, pathway programs, economic development
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Education meeting focused on several bills related to enhancing educational services, particularly for vulnerable populations. Key discussions included SB992, which aims to establish the Rural Pathway Excellence Partnership program, and SB838, focused on implementing silent panic alert technology in schools to improve safety. Various representatives and experts provided testimony, highlighting the importance of these initiatives for improving educational outcomes and mental health support for students. The committee concluded the session by moving bills forward for further consideration.
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Keywords:
municipalities, park land, home rule, elections, land use, municipal management districts, dissolution, petition, local government, accountability, transparency, drainage service charges, exemption, municipal fees, disabled, veterans, seniors, property tax relief, municipality, police department
Summary:
The meeting convened to discuss several bills related to municipal governance and public service programs. HB1440 streamlined the change order approval process for municipal contracts, while HB1472 expanded eligibility for the owner-builder loan program to help more families access home ownership. Testimony was given in support of HB149 regarding the sale of park land, and discussions surrounding HB997 emphasized the importance of allowing police and fire department employees to participate in employment-related petitions. Lastly, HB1248 aimed to add social workers to the Homes for Texas Heroes loan program, underscoring their vital role in community welfare.