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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs May 7th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • center moving to Texas versus Oklahoma or wherever else it might be looking, so that ERCOT can then assess
  • Equally, regardless of their flexibility, it's a fair assessment.
  • Do you agree with that assessment?
  • Empowering ERCOT to assess this through a stakeholder process
Bills: SB6, SB11, SB33
Summary: The meeting focused primarily on Senate Bill 6, which aims to address the needs for increased reliability and transparency in Texas's energy infrastructure. There were multiple testimonies from stakeholders representing various sectors, including data centers and electric cooperatives, discussing their support and concerns regarding the bill's impact on interconnection and load management. Key issues raised included improving load forecasts, the adequacy of existing methodologies for cost allocation, and ensuring the reliability of the grid amidst the growing demand from large energy consumers like data centers. The discussion emphasized the need for a balance between fostering economic growth and maintaining grid reliability, amidst concerns about potential uncertainty for businesses due to some provisions in the bill. The committee concluded the meeting while keeping the bill pending for future deliberation.
US

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hearings to examine restoring Boeing's status as a great American manufacturer, focusing on safety first. Apr 2nd, 2025 at 09:00 am

Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • If the aircraft has equipment not installed, we go through a safety risk assessment and look at the risk
  • If the aircraft has equipment not installed, we go through a safety risk assessment and look at the risk
  • assess whether Boeing could be trusted to properly carry
  • expert panel report we reviewed last year found instances where Boeing supervisors worked on annual assessments
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on significant safety concerns surrounding Boeing and its compliance with federal aviation standards. Lawmakers expressed frustration over the Army's failure to provide requested operational transparency regarding helicopter operations near Washington, D.C., amid recent incidents indicating a strained air traffic control situation. Several members called for reform in Boeing's oversight, emphasizing the need for a robust safety culture and mandatory safety management systems to prevent future disasters like the 737 MAX crashes. The discussions were passionate, with survivors and families impacted by past accidents present, highlighting the urgency and seriousness of the issues at hand.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 21st, 2025 at 10:08 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Team that immediately responds to a disaster to assess the
  • " data-time="5315"> That is under TDEM's rules; that is not in statute, but that is the way TDEM assesses
  • span marker="749" data-time="7473"> If the equipment is compliant with the Project 25 Compliance Assessment
  • We assess criminal penalties and civil remedies.
Bills: HB1, HB2, HB3, HB5, HB20, HB22
Summary: The committee meeting conducted a thorough review of multiple bills aimed at enhancing disaster preparedness and response in Texas. Key discussions focused on HB1, the Resident Youth Camp Emergency Plans, presented by Mr. Darby, which emphasizes creating emergency plans for youth camps following tragic incidents. The bill received broad support and passed mostly unanimously, highlighting a collective commitment to improving safety for vulnerable populations. Another significant piece of legislation, SB2 by Mr. King, aimed at disaster recovery and preparedness, also saw robust discussions, resulting in a passing vote that underscored the necessity of establishing clear emergency management protocols at local levels.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Jurisprudence Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • colleague Dan Meyer and I studied what happened in the state of Wisconsin when the interest rate assessed
  • That's what we assessed. If you want a figure, I can give you that figure.
Summary: The meeting conducted by the Jurisprudence Committee featured significant discussions surrounding several bills focused on improving legal representation for indigent families and reforming the child support system in Texas. Notably, Senate Bill 2501 was presented to enhance access to legal counsel for families involved with the Child Protective Services, allowing them to choose their own attorneys. The bill was well-received with various testimonies supporting its potential positive impact on legal outcomes for families. Additionally, Senate Bill 629 aimed at reducing the interest rates on child support arrears was highlighted, with studies presented that indicated a decrease in non-custodial parents’ debt burden would lead to increased compliance in payments and better support for families.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Licensing & Administrative Procedures Apr 29th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Licensing & Administrative Procedures Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Additionally, delays in demolition following fires or natural disasters are prolonged due to mold assessment
  • employees to perform mold assessments and remediation activities
Summary: The committee meeting covered a variety of bills primarily focusing on public safety, regulatory measures, and licensing issues. Notable discussions included the approval of SB1366, which mandates the inclusion of construction and maintenance work zone information in driver education curriculums, and SB378, which clarifies the restrictions on cosmetologists and estheticians regarding injections and incisions, addressing safety concerns regarding unauthorized procedures. Members actively debated the merits of these bills, with several voiced concerns about the implications for public health and safety. The meeting also saw the passage of several bills without opposition, indicating a generally collaborative atmosphere among members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Apr 9th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • and Public Improvement District Assessments.
  • marker="436" data-time="2610"> Certificated service area of a utility, and you may have to pay assessments
  • Water rights owners aren't assessed by utility districts for water and wastewater service.
Summary: The meeting of the committee was primarily focused on water management and infrastructure issues, highlighted by discussions surrounding several bills intended to address water supply and flood control. Representative Kitzman presented HB1535, which aims to extend the sunset review date for the Trinity River Authority, ensuring continued governance and operational improvements. Furthermore, HB3915 was introduced as a multi-purpose flood mitigation measure, offering solutions to the severe water scarcity in the region, particularly following recent catastrophic flooding events that emphasized the urgent need for improved water management. Public commentary reflected a strong interest in flood mitigation strategies, especially given the impacts of climate change and rapid population growth in the area.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select Jul 31st, 2025 at 09:07 am

House Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • He assessed the low water crossings.
  • We are acting to strengthen protocols regarding low-water crossing assessment.
  • Third, we're already taking steps to assess how we can further enhance our county-wide alert system to
  • Then I returned to the church and moved down to Windy Valley to assess the damage.
  • Multiple employees came to our county, and over a week's time, we finished road assessments.
Summary: This meeting, held in Kerr County, focused on the recent flooding disaster that affected the area. Lieutenant Governor Patrick and Speaker Burroughs spearheaded discussions, emphasizing the need for improved emergency response and flood management. Various testimonies highlighted the community's resilience while revealing critical gaps in communication and the effectiveness of evacuation strategies during the flooding. The commitment from state leaders to address these issues was evident, as they assured the local populace that legislative action would follow to prevent future tragedies. Overall, the meeting served as both a reflection on the recent disaster and a clarion call for enhanced preparedness measures across Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Feb 7th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
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    The A-BEST framework provides a crucial benchmark for assessing

  • ...of these prospective students, assess how they think about
  • If you've done an assessment, let's just take students as an example.
  • and academic analysis of all of our academic programming, all the way down to the course level, to assess
  • unit, the disaster assessment and recovery unit, through
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting of the committee was marked by an in-depth discussion on various funding requests and program expansions across agencies. Notably, the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) presented its plans to enhance disaster readiness and response capability, emphasizing an increase in funding to support initiatives under the Keeping Texas Prepared program. The discussion also involved the significance of leveraging federal funds for disaster recovery and the importance of precise tracking of these funds. Key stakeholders, including representatives from various state agencies, were called upon to detail their funding requirements and the anticipated impact of their requests on public safety and community resilience.
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

Transcript Highlights:
  • The board is requesting an additional FTE for a dam safety engineer in the field to assess dam sponsors
  • We've assessed million-dollar fines deposited into the state treasury.
  • We can assess the need across all of our programs.
  • a water loss division that works with almost all water service providers throughout the state to assess
  • So those leaky pipes go back to that kind of assessment of that cost—$80 billion—what we did.
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

Public Health Apr 14th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Have their assessments assessed by others who will then
  • You're going to be involved with multiple different people who are training in a discipline and assessing
  • So there's a number of assessment steps along the way in
  • We all have our healthcare assessment, our advanced healthcare assessment, pharmacology, pathophysiology
  • ...core components for advanced health assessment to formulate
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Public Health addressed a range of health-related bills, with significant discussions surrounding House Bill 3717, aimed at establishing a grant program for clinical trials related to Ibogaine as a treatment for opioid use disorder. Representative Harris presented the bill, which received unanimous support from the committee. Other bills, such as House Bill 3800, which seeks to create an advisory group for local workforce partnerships in education and health care, were also approved with committee substitutes, reflecting clarifications made for better implementation. The overall atmosphere was positive with members actively engaging in voting and discussion.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Article III Feb 25th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Appropriations - S/C on Article III

Transcript Highlights:
  • marker="94" data-time="558"> System administration is covered by different resources, including assessments
  • Additional funding from the state for such functions would reduce the assessments on our universities
  • Additional funding from the state for such functions would reduce... would result in lowering the assessments
  • to be aligned with the market, Texas Southern is presently engaged in a comprehensive strategic assessment
  • span>

    It is outstanding, and presently we're engaged in assessing

Summary: The meeting focused on key funding initiatives related to mental health and higher education in Texas, highlighting the importance of sustaining the loan repayment program for mental health professionals. Public testimony underscored a significant 600% increase in applications resulting from recent funding and legislative changes, positioning Texas as a critical area for addressing mental health provider shortages, particularly in rural communities. The discussion also touched on the Behavioral Health Innovation Grant Program, which remains unfunded despite its potential to further strengthen the state’s workforce pipeline.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services Mar 18th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • the FBS to assess a capitated funding model and integrated
  • /span> the ER, that's a lot, that I was female, so they could assess
  • "2017" data-time="12096"> And I am representing myself and other parents who are being medically assessed
  • If the Texas Medical Board conducts an initial assessment or investigation and sees that the person is
  • ones that were surveyed at the time do have them, and hospitals should be allowed to continue to assess
Summary: The meeting of the committee was focused predominantly on various bills concerning healthcare and insurance policies, reflecting significant discussions on how these laws impact the community. Notably, Senate Bill 660 was introduced to enhance safety measures at healthcare facilities, discussing the necessity for bollards to prevent unauthorized vehicular access, highlighting a bipartisan understanding of public safety. Senator West emphasized the importance of these regulations, citing real-world incidents that necessitate such actions. Public testimonies complimented this discussion, providing insight into community needs for enhanced security in hospitals.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Agriculture & Livestock Jul 21st, 2025 at 01:07 pm

House Agriculture & Livestock Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • They went to Mexico City to evaluate the diagnostic lab capabilities and also to assess what...
  • We are currently assessing the potential to build a

  • USDA is assessing the potential to build a facility

  • ...some data that you're using to assess what the needs
  • We're also assessing what systems need to be employed

Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on the urgent issue of the New World Screwworm and its implications for Texas agriculture. Members heard urgent testimonies emphasizing the need for funding and resources to combat the potential spread of this pest, which poses severe threats to livestock and wildlife. Many representatives voiced concerns about the inadequacy of current sterile fly production capacities and the potential economic impact on the state's ranchers and farmers, with estimates suggesting losses could reach billions. Discussions also included coordination efforts among state and federal agencies to prevent the introduction and spread of the pest, with a notable emphasis on the importance of public awareness and rapid response strategies.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Education Mar 11th, 2025 at 02:30 pm

House Public Education Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Could the private school initiate that assessment?
  • Your public school to get an assessment? I don't know about the word order, but.
  • A lot of private schools don't have any way for taxpayers to assess them, but certainly what we would
  • data-time="12420"> ...rate on test scores like on state assessments
  • marker="2080" data-time="12474"> ...special needs students who, you know, struggle with the state assessment
Bills: HB3
Summary: The meeting centered around critical discussions regarding HB3, particularly focusing on public school funding and educational mandates. There were passionate exchanges among committee members as they debated the implications of the bill on equity in education and funding transparency. Expert testimonies were heard, including an education policy expert who underscored previous findings that highlighted the potential negative impacts of voucher systems on students, especially those from marginalized backgrounds. The discussion raised vital questions regarding how similar programs in other states had fared, emphasizing lessons learned from their experiences.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Should a utility violate provisions of this bill, while TCEQ may assess the penalty.
  • The intent there, and it's not obvious in the bill, is that TCEQ could assess administrative penalties
  • marker="745" data-time="4464"> If they are that resistant and just thumb their nose, then TCEQ could assess
  • Needed to assess the impacts of large-scale export projects
Summary: The committee meeting focused on addressing several important water-related bills, including HB391, HB420, and HB2626 among others. Representative Bell presented updates on HB391 related to accountability for rural water districts, achieving a consensus for statewide applicability and allowing for virtual meetings. Multiple testimonies were heard, showcasing both support for and concerns regarding the bills, specifically emphasizing the significance of maintaining water resources and addressing community needs amid Texas's growth. Representative Buckley advocated for HB2626 aimed at establishing the Central Texas Water Alliance to ensure sustainable water management across the region, which involves collaboration among various public, private, and state entities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services Apr 2nd, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It updates the Health and Safety Code to modify how penalties are assessed for violations at chemical
  • "1908">While in-person exams are the norm, telehealth is used to ensure patients receive timely assessments
  • It allows for timely genetic counseling, carrier assessment status for moms, initiation of multidisciplinary
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to discuss several significant bills, including SB968, SB966, and SB437. Senator Zaffirini presented SB968, which aims to modernize podiatry regulations in alignment with current practices, while SB966 involves the licensing and regulation of podiatry, addressing outdated provisions following a 2017 transition to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Both bills indicate a necessary clean-up of statutory language to better reflect contemporary standards in healthcare regulations. Additionally, Senator Hinojosa proposed SB437, which focuses on providing effective regulatory frameworks for chemical dependency treatment facilities, highlighting an urgent increase in demand due to rising substance abuse rates post-COVID-19.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 May 13th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It says here in the bill that on line 15, in at least one of the three most recent annual threat assessments
  • adversaries means a country: A, is one that's on at least one of the three most recent annual threat assessments
Summary: The committee meeting covered a wide range of bills focused primarily on education and public safety. Notable discussions included HB120 and HB126, both of which were adopted without objection, signaling strong support from committee members. Senators engaged in a detailed debate regarding the implications of HB2683, which addresses funding from foreign adversaries to student organizations at public institutions. Concerns were raised about the potential impact on students and the role of government oversight in such matters, showcasing a mix of support and caution among committee members. The session ended with several bills being recommended for favorable passage to the full Senate, reflecting an agenda driven by both educational progress and safety measures.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Ways & Means Mar 3rd, 2025 at 10:00 am

House Ways & Means Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • One is how that tax is assessed, and also how—sort of like
  • our own homes—how that can be wrong, how the assessment and the value can be incorrect, and what that
  • Can you give us an example of the equipment you bought, what you paid for it, and what the assessment
  • I recommend that we assess the tax rate on last year's valuation when it comes to the business personal
Bills: HB8, HB9, HJR1, HB22
Summary: The meeting focused on discussions surrounding bills HB9 and HCR1, aimed at providing tax relief and addressing disparities between residential and commercial taxpayers. Members expressed concerns over the rising property taxes and the burden small businesses have faced, particularly due to recent economic conditions. Testimonies from various stakeholders, including representatives from the Texas Oil and Gas Association and the Texas Association of Manufacturers, emphasized the need for equitable tax policies that would benefit all taxpayers. The committee was engaged in vibrant discussions, evaluating the implications and potential benefits of the proposed legislation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Culture, Recreation & Tourism Apr 23rd, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Culture, Recreation & Tourism Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • removal of fences around a breeder release site if at least five years have passed since the last assessment
  • publish a report on their website derived from long-term studies conducted between 2003 and 2025 that assess
  • already been reports that have already been done, and they assess
  • simply inadequate to capture cumulative long-term impacts of seawater desalination discharges and to assess
Summary: The meeting covered several legislative bills focused primarily on environmental impact and economic incentives, with significant attention given to HB3728, which aims to establish numeric salinity standards for Texas's bays and estuaries. Proponents argued that these standards would help protect delicate ecosystems while allowing for necessary industrial expansion, particularly in desalination. There was passionate testimony from environmental advocates emphasizing the potential long-term benefits for both the economy and local communities reliant on these waters. Additionally, concerns were raised regarding the efficacy of past subsidies as found in discussions surrounding HB4568, which faced opposition from the public and prominent committee members who criticized the use of state funds to support the film industry without demonstrating sustainable economic return on investment.

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