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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

State Affairs Jul 22nd, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • We endorse where the medical grade is, and we agree with them.
  • I can't give medication or patches.
  • self-medicating.
  • ...treatment.
  • The big difference is I have medical professionals prescribing medical treatments that are helping.
Bills: SB5, SB11, SB12
Summary: The committee meeting focused on discussions surrounding public safety and health, particularly in relation to the regulation of THC products through Senate Bills 5, 11, and 12. A significant point of contention was Senate Bill 5, which sought to regulate THC products to prioritize child safety, with law enforcement officials arguing that existing regulations have failed to protect youth adequately. The committee heard several testimonies from both supporters and opponents of the legislation, emphasizing a deep divide on the efficacy of regulation versus prohibition. Lawmakers debated the implications of these bills, with some members advocating for a complete ban while others called for more moderate, regulated approaches to address the concerns surrounding THC consumption and its impact on mental health. Notably, the meeting concluded with a series of votes indicating a strong push towards tightening regulations on THC products to ensure public safety.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Agriculture & Livestock Apr 1st, 2025 at 02:00 pm

House Agriculture & Livestock Committee

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  • I'm also on-site during treatment in case any issues arise.
  • The Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners retains oversight authority over veterinary...
  • of medication.
  • I've also served as a past president of the Texas Veterinary Medical Association.
  • It's more affordable, and medications can be purchased without in-person consultations.
Summary: The second bill, House Bill 3469, was introduced to address pest control regulations concerning nuisance birds. Representative Campos explained how the bill proposes non-lethal methods to deter these birds, such as the use of laser lights and sounds, which avoids conflict with both state and federal regulations. The committee heard impassioned testimonies from members of the public who shared firsthand experiences regarding the adverse effects of these birds on property and public health. The meeting concluded with both bills being left pending, reflecting a desire for further deliberation among the committee members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services May 13th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • Instructions for how to request medical records and file
  • Many patients fear the hidden financial costs of medical care, and they often defer or avoid treatments
  • Medical assistants are essential healthcare professionals
  • Medical professionals play a vital role in identifying and assisting victims, which is why we believe
  • What has the medical community said about this coverage item?
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Feb 3rd, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Some would say medical inflation.
  • huge savings for the medical costs.
  • Is it medical or...?
  • All medical costs, pure medical, not treatment or education. You've talked about educational beds.
  • Is that required by law, the treatment?
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting focused on various topics related to child welfare, particularly emphasizing the importance of kinship placements in the foster care system. Senators Alvarado and Hinojosa engaged in a detailed discussion regarding the benefits of kinship care, highlighting better outcomes for children and the financial implications for the state. They emphasized a need for continued investments in kinship care as a strategy to improve child welfare outcomes, encouraging the legislature to consider this approach moving forward. Additionally, the committee reviewed community-based care programs, which aim to keep children in their communities to promote stability and familial connections.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session May 30th, 2025 at 12:05 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • 1144" data-time="6858"> The Senate added some additional language for resources for respiratory medications
Summary: The committee meeting covered a variety of legislative issues, prominently featuring discussions surrounding both Senate Bill 1198 and Senate Bill 509, along with multiple House Bills including HB2017 and HB3000. Representative Morales presented the conference committee report for SB1198, addressing clarity on hazardous areas and garnering strong support with 118 votes in favor. Conversely, SB509 faced some contention regarding the provisions for the Attorney General in election cases, eventually receiving approval with a vote tally of 97 ayes to 37 nays after amendments were discussed to limit the Attorney General's ability to delay hearings. Additionally, various other bills received motions to concur with Senate amendments, highlighting the committee's active engagement in fine-tuning legislation through collaborative discussions among members.
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  • Gegbe has worked in various medical settings, including outpatient care, hospital medicine, telemedicine
  • Ask him what keeps him up at night, and he will tell you without hesitation: medically fragile children
  • The medically fragile babies waiting for our help, and every
Summary: In this meeting, the committee focused primarily on Senate Bill 293, which proposes significant judicial pay raises. Senator Huffman passionately advocated for the bill, emphasizing that it provides well-deserved compensation for judges who serve the state. The motion to adopt the conference committee report on SB293 was met with unanimous support, leading to intense discussions among members about the importance of ensuring judges are compensated fairly to attract qualified candidates for judicial service. Senator West and other committee members highlighted the collaborative efforts over the past days to refine the legislation, discussing its overall positive implications for the state's judicial system.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Mar 5th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

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  • It provides no-fault benefits, including medical bills and a portion of lost wages.
  • In our system, medical benefits are for injured employees for life, as long as...
  • as the treatment is related to the compensable injury and
  • They determine together if that's reasonable and necessary treatment for what the work-related injury
  • Rates have gone down 41% since 2005 due to those major changes in treatment guidelines.
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on the implementation and impacts of the Texas CHIPS Act, aimed at bolstering the semiconductor industry within the state. Legislators praised its potential to create jobs and capital investment. The discussion also highlighted recent international business development missions undertaken by Governor Abbott, including visits to India, the UK, and Taiwan, to foster stronger economic ties and attract foreign investment. Chairwoman Button emphasized the importance of a robust economic development strategy to maintain Texas's leading position in job and economic growth.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Public Health Aug 13th, 2025 at 09:08 am

House Public Health Committee

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  • medical hemp refugees.
  • I don't see it as a medical problem.
  • No treatment had worked.
  • It was medical at the time.
  • The treatment is $30,000 per month.
Bills: HB5
Summary: The meeting of the Public Health Committee focused primarily on discussions surrounding HB5, which seeks to regulate THC consumables in Texas. Numerous witnesses provided testimony, both in favor and against the bill, highlighting concerns regarding public health and safety as well as the economic implications of regulation versus prohibition. Chairman Van Dever and other committee members actively engaged with witnesses to clarify the potential impact of the proposed legislation. The testimonies brought to light intense disagreements over how best to approach the management of hemp and cannabis products, demonstrating a division between those advocating for strict regulations versus those calling for responsible oversight without outright bans on THC.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I mean, the Texas Medical Board goes looking for doctors?
  • If a medical provider has fear about speaking out freely about unethical standards within the medical
  • I am a medical field care provider.
  • The medical community, though, can't even tell you that.
  • I'm not asking for special treatment; I'm just asking.
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on Senate Bill 2043, aiming to provide protections for healthcare professionals against retaliation for reporting unethical practices. Chairman Hughes initiated the discussion, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding medical practitioners' rights. Testimonies from various witnesses highlighted real-life implications of the bill, with some expressing personal experiences of facing significant backlash for whistleblowing on unethical practices within healthcare facilities. Supporters of the bill touted it as a crucial step towards ensuring transparency and accountability in the medical field, particularly concerning the treatment of minors in gender transition procedures.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs Mar 3rd, 2025 at 11:03 am

House S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • We have 24 healthcare advocates spread throughout the state in 24 medical facilities.
  • I was a medic, an Army medic, and I never left. I stayed and went to school here.
  • You have this particular situation, and I'm giving you this particular medication and here's your treatment
  • Did you know that he wasn't getting the treatment? Yes, yes, yes. Everybody knew, yes, yes, yes.
  • That's MRIS, which is the Medical Intense Supervision, Medical Release.
Summary: The meeting of the Defense and Veterans Affairs Committee served as the inaugural session for the legislative year, focusing on various significant veteran issues and programs. Chairman Cortez led discussions around the upcoming legislative workload, with an estimated 75 bills anticipated for review. Members acknowledged the importance of addressing recruitment and retention challenges within the defense forces, with insights on necessary facility upgrades and the impacts on local communities. Collaborative efforts, such as home loan programs and the Veteran Entrepreneur Program, were highlighted to demonstrate the support provided to veterans in transitioning to civilian life. The committee emphasized the vital role of outreach initiatives to ensure veterans are aware of available services.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Agriculture & Livestock Aug 19th, 2025 at 02:08 pm

House Agriculture & Livestock Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • FDA and EPA to expand treatment options.
  • It's my understanding that the producers are going to have to pay for any treatment.
  • The pre-treatment with ivermectin...
  • for wildlife, specifically in situations where there might be a treatment area, as Dr.
  • During the Florida Keys outbreak, doramectin was administered through medicated feed and topical treatment
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Agriculture and Livestock addressed the ongoing threat of the New World Screw Worm, which poses significant risks to both livestock and wildlife in Texas. Chairman Kitzman emphasized the importance of a coordinated response among state and federal agencies, including the recent $750 million investment for a new sterile fly facility in south Texas, crucial for combating this threat. Several invited witnesses provided insights on current research, management strategies, and the collaboration needed to effectively handle potential infestations.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Apr 7th, 2025 at 03:30 pm

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • For years, I visited doctor after doctor across the country, trying every possible treatment and medication
  • Medical staff were his new friends, and pharmaceuticals—medications were considered snacks.
  • It's a public medical journal.
  • It can provide those to medical providers.
  • My medical team and I are intelligent.
Bills: HB28, SB3
Summary: The meeting featured significant discussions regarding HB28, where the chair outlined the plans to bring forward a substitute for the bill. The chair emphasized the importance of maintaining order and decorum during the proceedings. Members engaged in deliberations, and a number of public witnesses were invited to testify, thereby enriching the discussion around the bill. This interaction provided valuable insights into public sentiment regarding the issues at hand.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V Feb 26th, 2025 at 09:30 am

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

Transcript Highlights:
  • services, medication, and counseling services by mental health staff.
  • and serious violent offender treatment.
  • treatment, and behavior.
  • And 67% need serious violent offender treatment, so that would be a criteria.
  • Medical transport.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on comprehensive budget recommendations across various law enforcement and correctional agencies. Notable discussions included funding for the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and the Legislative Budget Board's educational and support initiatives for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Specific emphasis was placed on addressing staffing shortages and retention of personnel, particularly in parole and correctional officer positions, amid rising concerns regarding jail standards and operational efficiency. The meeting also saw testimonies from agency heads who outlined their needs and challenges, underscoring the importance of legislative support for public safety and corrections reform.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development May 14th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • There are different treatments we may do that will

  • treatment and for research.
  • I don't expect Will to become a medical doctor or the lawyer of a property right, individual property
  • I am the Chief Medical Examiner in Fort Bend County.
  • I have been discussing this with our medical examiner committee.
Summary: The meeting focused on several key legislative bills that were discussed thoroughly, including SB140, SB1484, and SB1802 among others. One of the notable discussions was around SB1484, which seeks to prevent food service establishments from misleading consumers by accurately labeling catfish products. Witnesses from the Texas Aquaculture Association testified in support of this bill, emphasizing the importance of truth in labeling to protect local producers. The bill passed with unanimous support, showcasing a collaborative effort to support Texas's catfish industry. Additionally, SB1802 proposed making it the landlord’s responsibility to repair elevators in senior housing, addressing safety concerns for vulnerable populations. The discussions around this bill resulted in proposed amendments to enhance protections for residents in such facilities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Mar 19th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • In 1922, the Texas Medical Association said that this was powered data.
  • ...my medical provider prescribing the appropriate treatment
  • I am speaking today on behalf of the Texas Medical Association.
  • From the medical community, from the patient community.
  • training facility that does research in medical science.
Bills: HB138, HB335, HB388
Summary: The House Committee on Insurance convened a meeting focusing on critical legislative objectives aimed at insurance reform. Noteworthy discussions emerged around HB138, which aims to address cost reduction in health insurance and increase transparency in the reporting of private insurance costs. The committee members emphasized the need to identify cost drivers and cut unnecessary regulations while also working on effective methods to deliver insurance benefits efficiently. There were extensive remarks made regarding the implications of insurance mandates on overall costs, bring forth a call for a thorough evaluation and revision of existing mandates that may result in unintended consequences.
US
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  • mission, including the readiness of medical services during military operations and for ensuring the
  • mission, including the readiness of medical services during military operations and for ensuring the
  • in the military medical treatment facilities, both domestic
  • ...care, including timely access to medication.
  • itself, like when the DoD is the sole customer for that medication.
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on military procurement and modernization, with significant discussions surrounding the Air Force's capabilities and strategic needs. Key topics included the urgent need for recapitalization of the Air Force's fighter squadrons, as well as the importance of integrating new technologies like autonomous systems to bolster military effectiveness. Several senators raised concerns about the current resources available to the Air National Guard and the potential loss of skilled service members if recapitalization plans are not swiftly developed. There were also discussions on the importance of maintaining air superiority in light of evolving threats, particularly from adversaries like China.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Senate Session (Part III) Aug 27th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • freedom by increasing their treatment options at a much higher cost.
  • As a matter of fact, the Texas Medical Association...
  • In fact, there are side effects of every medication.
  • The Texas Medical Association, I don't know their position.
  • should or should not be approved as a prescribed medication or should be allowed out as an OTC medication
Bills: SB3, SB16, SB2, SB5, SB10, HB17, SB54, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4, HB8, HB25, HB26, HB192
Summary: The meeting featured extensive discussions centered on several legislative bills, particularly focusing on House Bill 8, which aims to reform public school accountability and testing methods in Texas. The bill's sponsor passionately argued for its transformative potential, highlighting the replacement of the STAAR test with shorter, more frequent assessments to better measure student performance. Amendments were proposed to restore social studies testing, emphasizing the importance of history in Texas education. The bill ultimately passed with a vote of 21 ayes and 5 nays, showcasing strong support among the members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) Mar 31st, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • First, stop the manipulation and inflation of medical damages.
  • It does not set medical billing rates.
  • We'll call this the medical expense section.
  • The lawyer has nothing to do with their medical treatments.
  • They just go to a doctor and receive medical treatments.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on State Affairs featured intense discussions centered around the regulation of tobacco and e-cigarette products, with a particular focus on protecting minors from harmful marketing practices. Senators presented various bills addressing the marketing of these products, which included SB1313, SB1314, and SB1316. Senator Cook laid out SB1313, aimed at prohibiting deceptive marketing techniques that entice minors, alongside testimony from concerned parents advocating for stronger regulations against smoke shops near schools. The committee also examined the App Store Accountability Act, led by Senator Paxson, which aims to ensure age verification for app downloads and hold app stores accountable for protecting minors online. Public testimony played a crucial role in the discussion, with parents and experts weighing in on the necessity of stringent regulations to safeguard youth from exploitation by marketers of addictive products.

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