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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part I) Apr 7th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

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  • Now, if the land is too far away to be effectively...
  • Where land can be annexed, it's tied to the utility system that's in place.
  • It includes free land. I got my bids in two weeks ago, and they came in.
  • from the housing authority donating the land into the property.
  • In preservation, we're not increasing the number of units we can preserve.
Summary: The meeting covered several significant bills, primarily focusing on enhancing transparency and accountability within local government and homeowners' associations. Notably, Senator Hinojosa introduced SB1935, aimed to reform the operations of Property Owners Association Boards, addressing concerns over insufficient representation and transparency for homeowners. The bill drew a mix of support and opposition, with testimonies highlighting the need for greater homeowner engagement in decisions affecting their communities. Additionally, SB2046 was discussed, which would enhance penalties for public officials engaging in bid rigging, emphasizing the need for stricter enforcement of competitive bidding processes to curb misconduct within government contracts.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 6th, 2025 at 10:02 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • Speaker of the House of Representatives of the State of Texas and will, to the best of my ability, preserve
  • Representatives of the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas and will, to the best of my ability, preserve
  • With a population of over 30,000 and once known as the land
  • Hearts into preserving the county's history, fostering its
  • With a population of over 30,000 and once known as the land...
Summary: In this meeting of the legislative body, the committee engaged in a series of significant discussions and recognitions. Dr. Lalani honored Prince Rahim for his contributions to education and community service, linking it to a larger narrative of Texas being a global economic powerhouse. Furthermore, numerous resolutions, such as HR 135 recognizing Howard County Day and HR 190 in memory of Antonio Cornelius Baker, were adopted, highlighting community contributions and memorializing impactful individuals. Representative Jones stressed the importance of HIV/AIDS awareness, reflecting the meeting's commitment to societal issues. The session culminated in a call for unity and service to the public from the speakers present.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Jul 15th, 2025 at 01:07 pm

House Natural Resources Committee

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  • Land that has supported so many generations of Texans before.
  • You know, again, not all land is created equal.
  • We've actually been designated a wildlife preserve.
  • So we sold them or gave them a little square of land.
  • Texas forest lands are part of the water solution.
Summary: The meeting of the Texas House Natural Resources Committee was focused on issues surrounding groundwater management and recent legislative developments, specifically addressing concerns over high-capacity groundwater wells. Various experts and community members provided testimony emphasizing the need for thoughtful regulation to balance conservation and property rights. The discussions highlighted the necessity for legislative action to strengthen regulations, manage groundwater sustainably, and clarify the criteria for issuing export permits. Notably, the overwhelming participation from local residents showcased the community's commitment to addressing these critical water issues, which will have long-term implications for the region's land and resources. The meeting concluded with calls for further review of groundwater regulations with the intent to come up with effective solutions that prioritize the needs of local communities while ensuring sustainable water practices.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Nominations Feb 24th, 2025

Senate Nominations Committee

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  • or the School Land Board.
  • David is the governor's appointee for the School Land Board.
  • Preservation of error.
  • The School Land Board approves sales, trades, exchanges, and the purchase of land for the Permanent School
  • And that preserves everything for review.
Summary: The meeting focused on several crucial issues, including the Texas Water Fund and its implications for development in the state. Various members highlighted the critical need for effective management of water resources, discussing the role of the Water Development Board and their strategies for outreach to local governments. The committee engaged in a thorough examination of funding projects and the sustainable financing necessary for communities facing challenges in meeting their infrastructure needs. Additionally, there was notable discussion regarding promoting workforce development and the alignment of educational programs with the demands of the job market as indicated by recent trends in community colleges.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Apr 9th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • relating to the purchase or acquisition of real property by certain entities for the Committee on Land
  • This aims to preserve school districts' funding entitlements under the Foundation School Program during
  • This aims to preserve school districts' funding entitlements under the Foundation School Program during
  • relating to the purchase or acquisition of real property by certain entities for the Committee on Land
  • fiber optic cable projects from certain notice requirements for projects on state or local public land
Summary: In this meeting, significant discussions took place surrounding various bills aimed at improving state operations and addressing public concerns. Notably, HB204 was passed, which deals with the annual salary of certain state prosecutors and was presented by Mr. Tepper. The committee also engaged heavily with HB748, titled Trey's Law, which seeks to end the use of non-disclosure agreements in cases of sexual abuse against minors. The bill received a strong response from the members, reflecting a growing concern for child's rights within the legislature. Furthermore, the committee deliberated on HB912, focused on compensation for renewable generation owners, and moved forward with discussions about infrastructure funding reforms, illustrated by SB14's passage.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part II) Apr 28th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

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  • This is the bill that addresses special district annexation of non-contiguous land.
  • provided to the county in which the land is located.
  • In short, this bill will help protect and preserve homes, strengthen the portfolio, and ensure future
  • but the land was zoned for development.
  • The taxes of the building were zero dollars, land value is two and a half million.
Summary: The meeting of the committee effectively reviewed and voted on multiple bills pertaining to public safety, affordable housing, and local governance. Notably, Senator Cook introduced SB2262, which grants municipalities authority to regulate automated defibrillators, aiming to enhance public health responses in urban areas. Public testimony was heard on several bills, illustrating community support and concerns, particularly around affordable housing issues raised by Senator Menendez's SB2137, which seeks to improve access to low-income housing by altering existing criteria used by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. Additionally, the discussions also touched on the impact of various bills on local governance and property rights, highlighting the committee's aim to address essential services within communities effectively.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Apr 30th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House State Affairs Committee

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  • Under those rules, the chair is responsible for preserving order and decorum.
  • Federal law is the supreme law of the land, right or wrong?
  • Did you say land management?
  • Land management, uh-huh.

  • The heat that is generated because you take a black land property...
Summary: The committee meeting covered a wide range of bills, highlighting legislative efforts to address energy efficiency, border security, and public safety. Notably, the discussions surrounding HB3824 focused on establishing fire safety standards for battery energy storage systems, inciting concerns about their proximity to schools and hospitals. Members expressed varying opinions on the technology while considering public safety and infrastructure requirements. The meeting also saw the passage of multiple bills, including HB1554, which prohibits the use of public funds for legal services for unlawfully present individuals, showcasing a strong political consensus on border-related issues. Overall, the session was marked by substantial public engagement and the intent to address critical legislative priorities effectively.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Natural Resources Aug 21st, 2025 at 02:08 pm

House Natural Resources Committee

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  • span marker="49" data-time="288"> They gave the legislature not only the authority to conserve and preserve
  • legislative measures like this that have been upheld as legally valid by the highest courts in the land
  • So they were trying to preserve the water rights for

  • I'm guessing they put in the organic numbers for the folks that have land out there that are just going
  • ...under their land because some local districts will not
Bills: HB24, HB27
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on House Bill 24 and House Bill 27, which pertain to groundwater management in Texas. Representative Ashby expressed appreciation for the committee's efforts and emphasized the significance of these discussions, given the ongoing concerns around groundwater conservation in East Texas. The committee engaged in detailed dialogue regarding the implications of groundwater exports and the need for scientific studies to understand the potential impacts on local water resources. House Bill 27 aims to conduct a scientific study on the aquifers, requiring a temporary moratorium on new export permits to facilitate better data-driven decision-making. Public testimony included a wide range of stakeholders who shared perspectives on the importance of maintaining a balance between urban growth and rural water needs.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Agriculture & Livestock Mar 4th, 2025 at 02:00 pm

House Agriculture & Livestock Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's not land; it's water.
  • If he goes to 50 in terms of dry land farming, he'll now take that 14.
  • I'm pulling some land out.
  • I'm looking at how to farm dry land. I'm going to take preventive insurance on this.
  • Last year, our family was inducted into the Family Land Heritage Program for farming that land for over
Summary: The meeting covered various topics and was characterized by in-depth discussions among the members. There were significant dialogues about the implications of recent legislation and its impact on community services. The chair facilitated input from multiple members, allowing for both support and opposition to be voiced regarding key issues. Additionally, there were several public testimonies that added to the discourse, reflecting diverse perspectives on the matters at hand.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Apr 2nd, 2025 at 11:00 am

House State Affairs Committee

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  • All it does is preserve the member's opportunity to

  • This preserves your opportunity to invoke it, and if you want to waive it, it preserves your opportunity
  • On one hand, there is municipal regulation of land

  • We want to preserve that.
  • The land clearing started a couple of weeks ago.
Summary: The meeting of the State Affairs Committee convened to discuss House Bill 1606, focusing on public safety and communication regarding vegetation management near power lines. Representative Metcalf presented the bill, highlighting concerns raised by constituents about overgrown vegetation posing risks such as power outages and fire hazards. The bill aims to mandate electric utilities to provide customers with information on how to request vegetation management, thereby enhancing public awareness and safety without imposing new regulations.
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  • like the Federal Land Policy Management Act?
  • When I hear public lands, I think of multiple use and public sustained yield under multiple use lands
  • and to the benefit of the state, involving tribal owned land and state-owned land.
  • what they call a BLM public lands rule.
  • the land.
Summary: The committee meeting was dominated by discussions on a variety of legislative bills including major topics such as nuclear energy advancement, the effects of regulatory hurdles on energy production, and proposals to improve national park staffing and maintenance. Members expressed concerns over the federal government's handling of uranium imports and the necessity for maintaining a robust domestic nuclear supply chain. Efforts to streamline permitting processes to facilitate more efficient energy project development were also a focal point, alongside public testimony from stakeholders in the energy and environmental sectors. The meeting highlighted the urgent need for infrastructure development to meet rising energy demands while addressing climate change impacts.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V Feb 25th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V

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  • We have a lot of land out there.

  • There are lots of partners that we would like to bring in to help them see how they can use the land,
  • And so there's glacier storage for the long-term permanent preservation, which is the cheaper storage
  • The chair calls Rod Welch, Executive Director for the State Preservation Board.
  • My name is Rod Welch with the State Preservation Board.
Summary: The meeting held by the committee featured a series of discussions aimed at addressing key funding requests from various state agencies. Notably, the Texas Public Finance Authority presented updates on their recent issuance of bonds related to House Bill 1520, which was aimed at providing customer rate relief following the winter storm. This was met with appreciation from committee members, highlighting the ongoing need for effective financial management in response to natural disasters. Other discussions included the Texas Veterans Commission's efforts to secure funds for mental health services and enhancements to IT systems, indicative of a broader commitment to improving services for veterans.
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  • Or preserving the environment, but instead, we've chosen
  • Texans deserve competitive districts that reflect people, not party preservation.
  • I live in Leander, where the South San Gabriel River flows across our land.
  • It pollutes our land. and degrades the river.
  • Our rivers, our land, our health; the risk isn't just to land.
Summary: The Senate Special Committee on Congressional Redistricting convened to gather public input regarding redistricting in the North Texas region. With an emphasis on improving public participation, several committee members expressed the need for in-person hearings, highlighting the limitations of virtual formats. Despite technical glitches, participants were encouraged to provide testimony via video conference. Notably, one citizen voiced concerns about the legislature's shift away from traditional redistricting processes, arguing that mid-decade changes undermine fair representation. The committee reiterated its commitment to collecting public opinion and plans to hold future hearings in different regions of Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Culture, Recreation & Tourism Aug 6th, 2025 at 10:08 am

House Culture, Recreation & Tourism Committee

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  • This committee has a responsibility to all Texans to participate in preserving and protecting the way
  • emergency preparedness and response to floods and other natural disasters, the role of habitat preservation
  • The Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Program, our conservation easement program, has a primary focus of ensuring
  • Offices across the nation to prepare a 10-year statewide preservation plan.
  • Commission Board, Library and Archives, and the General Land Office—met and developed a plan.
Summary: The meeting held by the Cultural, Recreation, and Tourism Committee focused primarily on emergency preparedness and responses to natural disasters, notably in the context of the recent floods that occurred in Texas on July 4th. The committee expressed deep sympathy for the affected communities and acknowledged the impressive efforts of first responders during the calamity. Testimonies were provided by representatives from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the Texas Historical Commission, and various youth camps, focusing on the challenges faced during these emergencies and the steps taken to ensure visitor safety and habitat preservation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 12th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • A passionate advocate for justice, inclusivity, and historic preservation, Ms.
  • an advocate for preserving African-American history and culture
  • My great-grandfather was one of the early pioneers to purchase land in what became the first African-American
  • Preserving our history and culture is, at its core, an act of love.
  • HB 1608 by Garcia relates to the adoption of a veterans land

Summary: The meeting of the committee addressed a broad range of topics with significant attention paid to HB1554 and HB1569. HB1554, presented by Caprigliano, involved discussions on the authority of political subdivisions to utilize public funds for legal services for unlawfully present individuals, which stirred a debate among committee members regarding state resources and responsibilities. In contrast, HB1569, which concerns prohibitive measures on non-consensual medical procedures for minors with intersex traits, generated compelling testimony from advocacy groups and health professionals, stressing the bill’s implications on patient rights and medical ethics. Overall, the committee dedicated time to hearing from both proponents and opponents of these bills, ensuring a thorough examination of the issues at hand.
TX
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  • ...preserved for patients with special needs to make sure
  • Like I said, I'm just trying to figure out where I'm landing on this, because I...
  • ...blood and preserve the blood, correct?
  • It's a problem, so I will do the best I can with the information I have, and I'll try to land in the
  • Why they were there is that they wanted to preserve the right to shut off their direct donor program
Summary: The meeting of the Public Health Committee focused on several significant bills concerning blood donation practices and patient care. Notably, Senate Bill 125 faced opposition from multiple testimonies that raised concerns about the potential risks associated with directed donations. Testimony from representatives of the blood centers highlighted alarming statistics about the increased incidence of infectious diseases among directed donors, urging the committee to reconsider the bill's implications. Supporters of the bill argued for the necessity of such provisions to protect patients with rare blood types, stressing the importance of ensuring their access to appropriate care. As discussions unfolded, the challenges of maintaining a balanced blood supply while accommodating specific patient needs became a central theme.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII Feb 27th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII

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  • Land Board.
  • Recommendations for the Texas General Land Office and Veterans Land Board.
  • Don Buckingham, Commissioner with the General Land Office, and I know we have.
  • as well as submerged lands throughout the state.
  • That's just land acquisition, right?
Summary: The committee meeting addressed several pressing issues, notably focusing on funding appropriations for the Gulf Coast Protection District and infrastructure projects, including the Alamo complex. Members expressed concerns over budget constraints, with requests for substantial funds aimed at supporting environmental initiatives and the upcoming biennium. Discussion points included the efficacy of previous funding and the anticipated impact of new capital on local communities. Public testimony was encouraged at various intervals throughout the meeting, adding robust dialogue amongst members and stakeholders.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 6th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • data-time="954"> From his service on the Galveston City Council to his leadership in real estate and land
  • His work with the Texas General Land Office and the Texas Veterans Land Board reflected his dedication
  • His work with the Texas General Land Office and the Texas Veterans Land Board reflected his dedication
  • She has been active in preserving East Austin's murals as part of Arte Tejas and attempting to prevent
  • future while preserving the town's rich traditions.
Summary: The meeting focused on celebrating Jim Wells County Day at the Capitol, where various dignitaries from the county, including Judge Pete Trevino and County Commissioners were present. Representative Lozano took the floor to explain the significance of Jim Wells County, highlighting its historical importance, particularly as a once-thriving oil boom town and its cultural contributions, such as Tejano music. The discussion praised ongoing economic development efforts and future plans for water resource management through desalinization initiatives.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Mar 24th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • May the work of this body strive for the preservation of.
  • So any land that is zoned for heavy industrial is not covered by this bill.
  • know the land."
  • The bottom line is there's no new land coming online.
  • for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open space land to Local Government.
Summary: The committee meeting featured significant discussions surrounding several Senate Bills, primarily focusing on SSB840, which was passed after debates regarding the housing market and regulatory impacts. Senator Hughes led the conversation, emphasizing the need for increased supply of housing units and argued against governmental restrictions on development. The debate highlighted varying perspectives among members, showing both support and opposition to the bill, which ultimately led to its passage. Additionally, there were discussions around bills addressing health care, public safety, and energy efficiency, reflecting the diverse legislative priorities the committee is currently addressing.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Apr 24th, 2025 at 10:04 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • p>Whether through the development of new industries or the preservation
  • Paul, relating to the creation of the Gulf Coast Protection Account to be administered by the General Land
  • However, the tax code assumes that every parcel of land where the dedicated cemetery has an identifiable
  • and have been oppressed wherever they have gone and have lived in fear for their mortal lives in the land
  • providing authority to issue bonds, imposing assessment fees and taxes, referred to the Committee on Land
Summary: The committee meeting featured extensive discussions surrounding multiple bills, with a clear focus on issues related to privacy and technology. One notable discussion was led by Mr. Morales, who introduced HB1495 aimed at protecting the privacy of jurors after alarming incidents of intimidation. The bill garnered support and passed with a unanimous vote, reflecting a strong consensus on the importance of juror safety in civil trials. Furthermore, the committee reviewed HB368, concerning the use of remote control over electronic devices in protective orders, which also passed without opposition, indicating a proactive approach to evolving technological concerns in legislation. Additionally, Mr. Capriglione emphasized the establishment of an artificial intelligence division within the Department of Information Resources through HB2818, which was seen as a critical step toward leveraging AI for state modernization projects.

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