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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Human Services Mar 4th, 2025 at 08:03 am

House Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We license them and we police them.
  • Licensed psychology

    2.

  • that you go through in order to get fully licensed.
  • licensing exams, as do most folks.
  • What would it cost us as a state to do our own licensing should we pursue that?
Summary: The meeting of the committee centered around the presentation of Senate Bill 593, which focuses on reforming licensing requirements for kinship and foster care homes. Significant discussions revolved around the proposed changes to reduce duplicative regulations aimed at helping kinship families qualify for foster care payments. Members emphasized that the reforms would ensure that health and safety standards remain paramount while streamlining processes for providers. Various stakeholders expressed optimism that these changes would eliminate barriers and improve the system for both kinship caregivers and the children they support. Public comment on the new rules is anticipated in May 2025, with the new regulations set to take effect in October 2025. The chair and committee members expressed gratitude towards the agencies involved for their contributions during the review process.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • They would still have to apply to TDI for a license to operate.
  • The compact also maintains high licensing standards.
  • In 2023, our state licensed nine.
  • hygienists to be licensed on the spot.
  • PAs must hold an active, unencumbered license in their home state.
Summary: The meeting focused on various legislative proposals with notable discussions surrounding bills aimed at improving transparency in public information access, adapting workforce policies for state employment, and addressing public health workforce shortages in Texas. The key highlights included HB4214 which seeks to centralize public records request processes for better accessibility, and HB1803 aimed at enhancing the state's dental workforce through participation in a compact with other states. Several members presented arguments highlighting the necessity of these legislative initiatives in light of ongoing economic and social challenges facing Texas. Public testimonies supported these bills, demonstrating stakeholder engagement and community concerns regarding transparency, workforce efficiency, and health access.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • ...kind of licensed Texas laboratory.
  • It adds up to a total of about $212,000 per year by each TEACUP license.
  • To obtain a license to sell and...
  • It includes new conditions like chronic pain and adds 12 new licenses.
  • because you can imagine putting licenses in rural areas where there are five hemp stores.
Summary: The meeting centered on the Texas Compassionate Use Program (T-CUP) and recent legislative changes, primarily focusing on HB46, which aims to improve accessibility and regulations within the program for medical cannabis. Senator Roland Gutierrez expressed continued support for the T-CUP, underscoring the importance of ensuring safety for minors and regulating the untested hemp products on the market. He highlighted the need for a more robust framework to mitigate risks posed by synthetic cannabinoids and to protect patients relying on the program, particularly veterans and individuals with chronic illnesses. Discussions revealed a bipartisan commitment to enhancing T-CUP, though challenges persist regarding the oversight of hemp production and sales.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Jun 1st, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • If they have no license, then they're in violation of every non-medical provision, correct?
  • If they're not licensed at all, they the specialty.
  • The intent of the bill is to move the proper enforcement under licensed professionals.
  • But again, the issue is not that another person has a different license.
  • Let me ask it this way: if I'm practicing medicine without any license, any specialty...
Summary: The committee meeting held a comprehensive discussion on multiple bills, with significant focus on Senate Bill 2900 and its implications for streamlining agency oversight regarding advisory committees. Senator Sparks led the conversation, emphasizing the need for ensuring local communities maintain their input on critical funds essential for indigent health care, following amendments that were made in the House. Additionally, the conference committee reports for Senate Bill 2753, which deals with election code changes, and House Bill 46, focusing on prescription medication management, were passed with a strong bipartisan support, reflecting the commitment to improving state governance in these areas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Licensing & Administrative Procedures May 6th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Licensing & Administrative Procedures Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Committee on Licensing

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    This bill addresses the denial of an electrician's license

  • It establishes a licensing requirement for operators of the swim schools that provide instructions to
  • Two hundred and five dollars for licensing fees, life-saving measures like CPR and AEDs can increase
  • There are proven models for licensing and...

Summary: The meeting of the committee primarily focused on discussing various bills, including HB1800, which aims to establish safety standards for swim schools. The bill was introduced by Ms. Garcia, who shared a heart-wrenching personal story about her son, Mitchell, who drowned during a swim program due to inadequate safety protocols. This led to strong public testimony both supporting and opposing the bill, with many witnesses emphasizing the need for stringent regulations to protect children in swim schools. In contrast, some representatives voiced concerns about over-regulating well-established programs that already have safety measures in place.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services May 13th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 4273 prohibits a physician from purposefully failing to indicate the type of license held
  • Licensed professionals at freestanding psychiatric hospitals undergo criminal background checks, but
  • boards and during their license renewal.
  • Currently, SSCCs are required to be licensed under the minimum standards for child-placing...
  • Eliminating the licensing...
Summary: The committee meeting centered on several significant bills regarding public health and safety, particularly focusing on healthcare access, transparency, and opioid crisis response. Notably, House Bill 4783 sparked considerable discussion as it aims to enhance the state's approach to prevent opioid overdoses by directing the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to prepare biannual reports on opiate antagonist programs. The testimony from public officials like Dallas City Council's Paula Blackman, who spoke passionately about the ongoing fentanyl epidemic, highlighted the urgent necessity of improved access to life-saving medications. In addition, House Bill 1314 drew attention for addressing hospital pricing transparency, attempting to ease financial burdens on patients by mandating accurate upfront estimates for healthcare costs.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • they have a clinic in the state of Texas, not just licensed through a compact or licensed and then left
  • Debbie Elliott, a licensed Texas veterinarian and TVMA member.
  • reciprocity agreements for licensing.
  • go back the next weekend, you buy another three-day license.
  • license.
Summary: The meeting was convened to discuss various Senate Bills, focusing on issues pertinent to agriculture, environment, and public health. Notably, Senator Perry spearheaded discussions on SB1247 and SB1948, emphasizing the need for committee substitutes to adapt the bills to recent legislative requirements. SB1948, in particular, was introduced to exempt agricultural structures from certain fire safety regulations, reflecting concerns among agricultural producers regarding compliance costs. Multiple members supported this legislation, highlighting the impact on the agricultural sector's operational viability.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Delivery of Government Efficiency Mar 12th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • They license the name by a board. So, if you own their name?
  • Here it is: slide two showing the licensing totals by program.
  • Out of 900 licenses, I mean, you have over a third of your licenses in that one area.
  • This also impacts our licensing division.
  • , some training licenses we use, and not every employee is using it.
Bills: HB10, HB12, HB675
Summary: The meeting featured extensive discussions surrounding the Local Government Purchasing Cooperative, emphasizing approaches to enhance procurement processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Representatives from Pearland City Council provided firsthand insights regarding their experiences with cooperative purchasing. Key topics included the complexities of contracts, the challenge of aligning with state procurement laws, and the importance of supporting local vendors through cooperative initiatives. The session also included invited testimony, exploring how the cooperative model influences municipal and educational budgets across Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Human Services Apr 1st, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • They don't need an additional license that really is irrelevant.
  • When you were licensed, your dining room met that square.
  • Your plan is oftentimes reviewed by the state at the time of re-licensing.
  • means they can only get half of what a licensed foster parent receives.
  • Each of these facilities has been licensed by the state.
Summary: The committee meeting encompassed a comprehensive discussion regarding various legislative matters, including the critical examination of HB741, HB341, HB582, and HB471. Representative Gervin Hawkins presented HB741, aimed at enhancing financial support for relative caregivers, ensuring an alignment in assistance with licensed foster parents to foster kinship placements. This initiative was met with supportive testimonies from several stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of keeping children connected with their families for stability. Furthermore, representatives voiced differing views on the proposed regulations in HB341 and HB582, leading to a vibrant debate where several public members provided insight into practical implications and potential consequences of the bills.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health May 12th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm a 49-year licensed practicing funeral director in Odessa.
  • We, Texas funeral directors, are licensed.
  • We just have to have a license to practice. So, we have to achieve certain...
  • I think it's 42 or 48 hours every two years just to keep our license.
  • I knew there's a license...
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Public Health was centered around discussions on several significant bills, including HB4175 and SB2721. HB4175 seeks to expand mental health leave policies to cover a wider range of qualified employees, including peace officers and parole officers. The motion for HB4175 was approved with a roll call vote showing a majority in favor. Conversely, SB2721 sparked extensive dialogue concerning the regulation of anatomical donations. Testimonies revealed public concerns over unclaimed bodies and the necessity for informed consent in body donation practices. The bill underwent substantial scrutiny, highlighting the balance between supporting medical education and protecting family rights.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services May 20th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • under the hospital's license.
  • Gladney is licensed in many states, and we work with birth mothers everywhere.
  • We're licensed in 19 states, including this great state of Texas.
  • We're the licensing board. We have Texas standards, so you think...
  • We have a license called FTL, which is a faculty temporary license, and those physicians who have gone
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Health and Human Services discussed multiple bills focused on diverse health issues including maternal care, organ transplant eligibility, and child welfare regulations. Notably, HB215, presented by Senator Perry, received attention for its provisions on requiring itemized bills from healthcare providers to enhance transparency. The bill garnered support from various witnesses who emphasized the importance of clearer billing processes for patients. Another significant discussion point was HB4076, which aimed to prevent discrimination against individuals seeking organ transplants based on vaccination status. This bill sparked public testimony highlighting the ethical implications of such mandates on vulnerable patients, especially children. Overall, the committee's deliberations emphasized a commitment to improving health care transparency and patient rights in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 15th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in order to advertise as licensed.
  • Licenses are valid for two years.
  • Like, the licensing is for one year, and we changed

  • It's changed to two years for the licensing?
  • of a license and better work for a consumer.
Summary: The committee meeting covered a wide array of bills focusing primarily on workforce development, manufacturing improvements, and online safety for children. Notably, provisions were discussed under HB4196, aimed at modernizing the manufacturing sector through increased digital integration and automation strategies. Witnesses from various sectors, including manufacturing companies and educational representatives, offered their perspectives on the importance of creating a skilled workforce able to adapt to new technologies. Additional discussion highlighted the pressing need for legislation that protects minors in the digital landscape, with testimonies emphasizing the adverse effects of unfiltered online content on children’s mental health, as encapsulated in HB4901.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 15th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Under the bill, a contractor must be licensed through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
  • (TDLR) in order to advertise as licensed.
  • Licenses are valid for two years.
  • Like, the licensing was for one year.
  • No education or license is required.
Summary: The meeting held by the Committee on Trade, Workforce, and Economic Development involved a variety of discussions centered around multiple bills aimed at improving workforce development and addressing contemporary challenges in digital spaces, particularly concerning youth and technology. A notable point in the meeting was the presentation of HB 4196, which aims to modernize Texas's manufacturing sector through digital integration and automation, enhancing job creation and addressing barriers to innovation. Committee members engaged in extensive dialogue with witnesses advocating for and against various bills, with many emphasizing the importance of balancing innovation with the protection of consumer rights, particularly in the realm of children's safety online. Committee Chairwoman Button guided the discussions and maintained an efficient pace to cover a considerable number of bills. Several bills passed with bipartisan support, showcasing a collective interest in fostering economic growth through strategic legislative measures. Public testimonies were incorporated into the proceedings, with representatives from various sectors, including education and technology, providing their insights, which enriched the discussions and highlighted community concerns.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance May 7th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • State law requires Texas-licensed healthcare professionals to review claim denials.
  • This is a bill that asks for the licensing of insurance appraisers.
  • Did you know Louisiana already licenses?

  • It's not direct licensing, but more registration.
  • Not licensed. So I assume what that means is that that list of umpires, etc., that list of who's...
Summary: The meeting of the House Committee on Insurance centered around numerous healthcare-related bills, focusing heavily on issues such as artificial intelligence (AI) in medical determinations, autism insurance coverage, and HIV prevention. Representative Garcia Hernandez presented HB4635, aiming to ensure transparency in the use of AI in medical claim denials, which has become increasingly prevalent. The bill introduces mandates for disclosures on AI algorithms used in decisions, enhancing patient rights and keeping the Texas Department of Insurance informed of potential denials. Public testimony supported the bill as essential for safeguarding Texans from unintended biases in AI applications. Additionally, HB813, presented by Representative Goodwin, garnered attention for its effort to update autism-related insurance mandates, removing outdated age restrictions for therapy coverage. This legislation is seen as a crucial step in accommodating the needs of all individuals on the autism spectrum, regardless of the timing of their diagnosis.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Human Services Apr 8th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • So we're licensing the entity and the operation.
  • So we're licensing the operation to do business.
  • Speaking to the licensed side, just from the placement perspective, DFPS licenses the operation.
  • of fit for their license type.
  • It includes licensed professional counselors, licensed

Summary: The meeting brought forward significant discussions centered on various bills related to child welfare and mental health support, particularly focusing on the well-being of children in the custody of the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). Notable bills such as HB2789 and HB2809 were thoroughly reviewed, where stakeholders highlighted the critical need for improved data collection on suicide attempts among youth in foster care. The interventions proposed aim to enhance early identification and support for these vulnerable populations. The committee members engaged with professionals and advocates who emphasized the urgency of addressing these mental health challenges.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Energy Resources May 12th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Energy Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I know that a lot of the drivers are not properly licensed. A lot of the drivers, they know...
  • Just like in Texas, it's on your driver's license.

  • ...and CDL driver's license holders.
  • So we've been finding out that they weren't licensed.
  • are licensed to export fuel.
Bills: SB290, SB2949
Summary: The meeting featured robust discussions surrounding several bills, particularly focusing on HB2 and SB2949, which aim to establish better regulations for gas facilities and address concerns over fuel transportation. Representative Rosenthal introduced HB2, explaining its intent to improve protocols for gas installations, and shared a personal account of safety concerns that arose from similar incidents in his area. SB2949 was discussed with emphasis on curbing illegal fuel operations while protecting legitimate trade across the Texas-Mexico border. The bill drew attention due to a rise in fuel-related crimes and the need for effective tracking of fuel movements. Both bills left pending, highlighting the committee's commitment to revisiting and refining the proposed measures.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Apr 14th, 2025 at 02:04 pm

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I've been a licensed pharmacist for over 20 years.
  • an additional license.
  • Adding more licenses will increase competition.
  • Currently, you have three licenses in one region.
  • Actually, the 11 licenses don't change accessibility.
Summary: The meeting convened to discuss various health-related bills, with significant emphasis placed on addressing substance abuse and the associated healthcare challenges in Texas. Notable discussions revolved around HB5342, which aims to sustain 988 operations to aid individuals in crisis, while HB4454 focuses on updating laws to combat unethical patient brokering within substance use treatment programs. Various witnesses, including healthcare professionals, provided testimony supporting these initiatives, highlighting the impact of substance abuse on public health and the necessity for legislative backing in these areas. The committee heard from several members who articulated the urgency of implementing effective measures to address substance abuse, especially with the rising concerns around opioid-related deaths and treatment accessibility in underserved areas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Agriculture & Livestock May 14th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Agriculture & Livestock Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • >It prohibits retailers and wholesalers from purchasing ungraded eggs, and obtaining egg grading licenses
  • from a license to a restaurant, and, you know...
  • It was a license. Currently, we have 501 licensees under the egg program.
  • They are recovered through license fees.
  • The cheapest license we have is $100, and that is set in rule.
Bills: SB1864
Summary: This meeting of the committee centered around the discussion of SB1864, which aims to increase access to the graded egg market for small-scale producers. Chairman Wilson introduced the bill, highlighting its potential to lower barriers for entry, allowing smaller producers to sell ungraded eggs to retailers and wholesalers with proper labeling and documentation. The committee heard differing viewpoints, with supporters emphasizing the importance of farming diversity and access to local markets, while opponents raised concerns about food safety and maintaining quality standards. Testimonies from various stakeholders, including farmer representatives, industry experts, and regulatory bodies, were presented, showcasing the tension between market access for small producers and the need for consumer protection through existing food safety regulations.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 19th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • HB 2819 by Oliverson, relating to the licensing and

  • >

    HB 2827 by Paul, relating to the renewal of engineering licenses

  • referred to the Committee on Licensing and Administrative
  • for casino gaming and sports wagering operations, and establishing license application fees.
  • For the Committee on Licensing and Administrative

Summary: The meeting involved robust discussions among committee members about various bills, notably those concerning criminal justice reforms and public health matters. Significant focus was placed on speaker bills such as HB2792, which addressed a proposed moratorium on capital punishment, and HB2813, aiming to enhance notifications to victims regarding scheduled court proceedings. Additionally, notable debates unfolded around bills aimed at improving access to health care services and environmental regulations.

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