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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • marker="856" data-time="5130">The second change we made was to make permanent the veterans franchise tax
  • The Senate amendments remove the hotel occupancy tax and correct two drafting errors to bring it in compliance
  • We will be five and a half billion dollars under the constitutional tax limits.
  • data-time="10224">The budget for the current biennium will end with approximately $41 billion in property tax
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Hotel occupancy taxes under the Texas Tax Code Section 351.004
  • tax, I guess, right?
  • It's the hotel occupancy tax. Oh, yeah, the HOT tax. I don't have an assessment.
  • , state hotel tax, and being responsible operators in their neighborhoods.
  • So they pay their hotel occupancy taxes?

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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 26th, 2025 at 10:08 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • data-time="15984"> This is the bill we passed earlier today that creates the opportunity and the incentive
  • subdivisions to work with developers, the business community, builders, and developers to provide an incentive
Bills: HB8, HB12, SB3, HJR1, SB11, SB16, SB14
Summary: In this meeting, significant discussions revolved around several key bills, including SB3, SB11, SB14, SB16, and HB8. SB3, concerning outdoor warning sirens, was emphasized for improving flood safety with community input and grants. SB11 proposed defenses for victims of human trafficking, affirmatively recognizing their coerced actions. Meanwhile, SB14 incentivized water conservation efforts by allowing political subdivisions to credit fees to developers for conservation projects. Each of these bills received robust debate and support from members. HB8, proposed by Buckley, aimed at reforming public school assessments, ultimately emphasizing accountability and transparency in educational measures, generating considerable discussion around reducing testing pressures on students and improving educational outcomes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Feb 11th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Archbishop of the Galveston-Houston Diocese when I was a tax
  • Fortunately, he took pity on a repentant tax assessor

  • Maybe the fact that I was for a tax cut helped, I'm not sure, but then he went on to say...
Summary: The meeting consisted of a comprehensive discussion of several resolutions and bills, with notable emphasis on education and community engagement. Senator Hinojosa recognized the Texas State Technical College for its significant contributions to the education system and workforce development in Texas, highlighting the importance of providing vocational training for students. Members expressed gratitude towards various educational institutions and acknowledged their role in fostering economic growth and skilled labor in the state. The meeting also welcomed a British delegation, reaffirming the strong ties between Texas and the United Kingdom, which have historically supported job creation and bilateral cooperation. Throughout the meeting, various senators took the opportunity to promote significant local initiatives, resolutions, and educational institutions impacting their districts. The tone was collaborative, with appreciation for public service. The meeting concluded with resolutions being adopted unanimously and calls for continued support of educational initiatives and partnerships.
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Summary: The meeting was convened to announce the formation of the Texas Legislative U.K. Caucus, aimed at strengthening the relationship between Texas and the United Kingdom. Representative Claudia Ordaz and other legislators discussed the historical significance of this relationship and its implications for trade, cultural exchange, and innovation. The formation of this caucus is seen as a vital step towards promoting Texas interests abroad and enhancing bilateral policy discussions on key economic sectors such as energy, technology, and healthcare. Talks included plans for establishing a Texas trade office in the U.K., inspired by successful models with Texas and Taiwan.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce (Part II) Apr 1st, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • retail electric provider,

    who are going to provide incentives

  • Through their tax contributions, they are enabling the state to act in some capacity as a
Summary: The meeting of the committee featured extensive discussions surrounding SB2021 and SB2330, both of which sparked notable debate among members and stakeholders. SB2021, aimed at regulating Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), faced scrutiny for potentially creating barriers to integration and increasing costs for consumers. Advocates highlighted the bill's intention to clarify operational standards and improve accountability, while opponents raised concerns about excessive red tape hindering innovative energy solutions. SB2330 sparked similar contention, particularly regarding its implications for public employee unions and the suggested removal of government involvement in dues collection processes. Testimonies expressed worries that this would limit educators' access to professional resources and advocacy, crucial for their roles in the education sector.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce (Part I) Apr 1st, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • cause delay, but there is no incentive not to.
  • There's no incentive one way or the other.
  • It's just an incentive to finish that contract within a certain amount of time.
  • This is better for tax and ratepayers.
  • provided by tax abatements to attract businesses to the state.
Summary: The Business Commerce Committee meeting was marked by the successful reporting of several bills, notably Senate Bill 783, SB1238, and SB1706, all of which received unanimous support from committee members. The chair facilitated discussions around the potential implications of these bills, with committee members highlighting the necessity for timely updates to current legislation. Public testimonies were heard regarding Senate Bill 1968, emphasizing its efforts to clarify the agent-buyer relationship in real estate transactions through the introduction of written representation agreements. Additionally, concerns were raised about regulations regarding backup generation for energy loads in the Senate Bill 2321 discussion, reflecting ongoing discussions about balancing energy needs with environmental regulations.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Workforce Apr 15th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House S/C on Workforce

Transcript Highlights:
  • In exchange, private industry will receive a tax credit, which is capped at $150 million for the life
  • safeguards to protect the integrity of the program and the state's obligation through the issuance of tax
  • span>

    A clawback provision allows the state to recapture the tax

  • Members, in closing, this program creates an incentive

  • The comptroller has the ability to recapture the tax

Summary: The meeting held by the committee focused on several bills aimed at improving worker safety and economic support for rural communities. Key discussions included the introduction of HB446, which aims to establish a Heat Illness Prevention Advisory Board to address the increasing number of heat-related worker deaths in Texas. Testimonies from various stakeholders highlighted the need for heat safety standards and the emotional impact of heat-related illnesses on workers' lives. HB1609 was also presented, seeking protections for volunteer firefighters during declared disasters to prevent job loss while responding to emergencies. The committee expressed strong support for these initiatives, suggesting a collective understanding of their importance amid rising temperatures and demands on the workforce.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce (Part II) Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The tip wouldn't necessarily apply at Racetrack, but on the sales tax and tips, sales tax applies to
  • And so the convenience factor, whether it's tax, sales tax, the actual product, or a tip, is the same
  • If we were to take the percent of tax out of our total sales, and then...
  • It would just be where the local sales tax is paid on a transaction with a card.
  • They have to reconcile and make sure they pay the comptroller the sales tax.
Summary: The meeting focused on several important legislative proposals, with significant discussions around AI regulation and copyright protections in light of emerging technologies. Notably, Senate Bill 1964, aimed at promoting ethical AI adoption within government bodies, was presented by Senator Parker. The bill received support from witnesses who emphasized the need for transparency and a regulatory framework that safeguards civil rights while fostering innovation. Conversely, concerns were raised about potential overreach and the implications for accountability in AI implementation. Additionally, Senate Bill 1960 sparked a passionate debate concerning the protection of individuals' digital likenesses from unauthorized use, highlighting the rising stakes as digital content increasingly intersects with personal rights.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce (Part I) Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chairman, and to the members here is, you know, we're a sales tax state.
  • We have zero income tax, right?
  • what my credit card fees on tax are.
  • tax.
  • than my profit margin on that sale.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Business and Commerce Committee primarily focused on legislative issues following Hurricane Beryl, particularly Senate Bill 231, which aims to create a process for CenterPoint to compensate its customers for overcharges related to backup power and mobile generation units. During discussions, Executive Vice President Jason Ryan outlined CenterPoint's commitment to refund approximately $430 million and absorb future costs related to these generators. The bill's substitute also mandates that leased emergency generators be mobile and capable of quick deployment during significant outages, addressing previous concerns over inefficiencies experienced during past weather events.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part II) Mar 31st, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The 5% financial incentive for appraisal districts to impose
  • merged the penalty into the amount of tax.
  • not what my tax bill should be because they don't realize there's a penalty in there.
  • It is what the certified mail is costing the taxing unit
  • Therefore, we can reduce the taxes. This bill does it. It's a reasonable analytical approach.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government was marked by significant discussions on multiple bills aimed at enhancing governance and protecting taxpayer interests. Among the notable legislations was SB1951, where Senator Paxton emphasized reforms to reduce erroneous penalty notices imposed by appraisal districts, eliminating the financial incentive for such penalties. The session concluded with public testimonies that highlighted the importance of transparency and accountability in taxpayer dealings. Additionally, Senator Middleton presented SB1504 and SB2237, focusing on the operational frameworks of local authorities and executive severance payments, respectively, both of which sparked considerable debate among committee members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part I) Mar 31st, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Just one question: does the county tax assessor-collector...?
  • I thought you have to go back and pay back taxes.
  • Why do you assume that you have to pay back taxes?
  • It wasn't on the 2020 tax bill.
  • We would be absolutely thrilled to pay taxes.
Summary: The committee meeting on [date] focused on several key pieces of legislation, primarily addressing land use and city governance issues. Prominent discussions included SB1579, which seeks to empower municipalities in El Paso County to manage abandoned properties through a court-appointed receiver process. This bill aims to tackle long-standing challenges posed by undeveloped and neglected land parcels that hinder community growth. Public testimonies highlighted concerns regarding safety, illegal dumping, and the economic potential of reclaiming these properties for housing and development. Notably, Mayor Rudy Cruz Jr. of Socorro expressed strong support for the bill, emphasizing the need for a clear process in handling unoccupied land. Additionally, SB1851 was discussed, aimed at addressing audit compliance for Texas cities to improve financial transparency and accountability. Senator Nichols presented this bill, arguing for its necessity in ensuring cities cannot raise taxes without adhering to established audit requirements. Public testimonies underscored the experiences of city officials facing obstacles due to outdated audit practices, with calls for legislative action to protect taxpayers while enforcing compliance. The meeting was characterized by substantial participation from public officials, showcasing a collaborative effort to address these pressing issues.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Intergovernmental Affairs Mar 18th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

Summary: The meeting centered around House Bill 636, presented by Representative Wally, which aims to address the growing issue of homelessness in Texas. It was highlighted that approximately 62,000 Texans are expected to experience homelessness in 2024, with significant numbers being veterans and victims of domestic violence. The bill proposes that the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs collaborate with the Texas Homeless Network to create a unified data sharing system. This collaborative effort is intended to enhance communication between various agencies and service providers to improve service delivery for those experiencing homelessness.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Workforce Apr 29th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House S/C on Workforce

Transcript Highlights:
  • Out-of-state insurers are made to pay the difference between the state's overall tax rate and the tax
  • burden for purposes of calculating retaliatory taxes.
  • Retaliatory taxes, just as he said, are taxes that

  • tax calculation.
  • or employment taxes.
Summary: The meeting of the committee included significant discussions centered around various bills, particularly those related to workers' compensation, opportunity youth, and sexual harassment. Representative Patterson spearheaded a discussion on HB2369, a bill aimed at reforming the workers' compensation system for first responders, stressing the need for swift evaluations and treatment to facilitate quicker recovery. Several members voiced their support, citing the bill's importance in ensuring that injured first responders can return to work more efficiently. Public testimony highlighted personal stories that underscored the critical impact of the legislation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce Mar 18th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The tax is ultimately paid by the shareholder.
  • No sales tax.

    Yeah, sales tax.

  • Cities in Central Texas that went down in sales tax revenue
  • Solar's popularity has grown rapidly, fueled by federal tax incentives and increased demand for energy
  • when only one sale can occur.
Summary: The committee meeting was marked by a series of discussions regarding several bills aimed at improving local regulations, particularly around food service operations. Members discussed the challenges of regulatory inconsistencies affecting restaurants and the food industry, emphasizing how Senate Bill 1008 could alleviate some financial burdens. Various stakeholders, including representatives from the Texas Restaurant Association, testified in support of this bill, highlighting the need for clearer and more predictable regulations. The discussions included provisions that would cap local permit fees, preventing duplicate charges that hinder small businesses' operations. Notably, there was strong bipartisan support demonstrated as numerous bills were reported favorably with unanimous votes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 15th, 2025 at 12:08 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • span marker="52" data-time="306"> Safeguarding women's private spaces and reining in runaway local taxes
  • data-time="324"> Immediately to pass a strong pro-life bill to protect women's spaces and more property tax
Bills: HB4, HB1, HB2, HB18, HB19, HB20
Summary: The meeting of the Texas House of Representatives focused on ensuring quorum for the ongoing special session and addressing pressing legislative matters. Speaker called attention to the absence of certain members who had not returned, leading to discussions on maintaining attendance and possibly issuing civil arrest warrants if necessary. The discussions also included emphasis on pro-life legislation and property tax protections, as well as addressing safety concerns highlighted by tragic incidents such as those at Camp Mystic. Notably, House Bill 1 focusing on camp safety and House Bill 25 for over-the-counter ivermectin were among the priorities mentioned for upcoming sessions.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • sales taxes and other forms of incentives also allow for agreements
  • As such, they should not be when it comes to school abatement tax incentives.
  • The tax types that are used include sales and use tax, hotel occupancy tax, and vehicle rental...
  • ...incentive you wouldn't build, or because of this tax incentive
  • receipts, state sales tax, hotel occupancy tax, mixed beverage tax, and motor vehicle tax, as determined
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on various bills aimed at workforce development and economic growth, particularly in rural areas. Key discussions revolved around Senate Bill 2448, which aims to support rural small businesses and enhance technical assistance in workforce development. Testimonies from several stakeholders underscored the necessity of aligning education with local workforce needs, showcasing the lack of resources in rural regions. The testimony highlighted how the proposed bills could bridge the gap between education and employment opportunities for Texans, especially focusing on youth who are disconnected from education and the workforce.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Mar 24th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It also prohibits the purchase and sale of cigarettes and
  • /span> These marketing agreements often provide financial incentives
  • span marker="5653" data-time="33912"> We would encourage this committee to look at prohibiting the sale
  • tobacco products, increasing the price of the permit to sell these addictive, deadly products, and taxing
Summary: The committee meeting centered around significant discussions on healthcare legislation, specifically focusing on two main bills: HB18 and HB37. HB18, known as the Rural Health Stabilization and Innovation Act, was presented to ensure that rural Texans have access to healthcare services, outlining a series of grants and the establishment of a new office to aid rural hospitals. The chair emphasized the importance of this legislation, particularly for counties with limited access to hospitals. In contrast, HB37 was discussed with emphasis on perinatal palliative care, where various members voiced their opinions regarding its impact and necessity, noting the compassionate approach it signifies for families dealing with life-limiting diagnoses.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Apr 23rd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Natural Resources Committee

Summary: In this meeting, the committee engaged in extensive discussions surrounding House Bill 1523, which addresses the City of Austin's Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) project. Representative Gerdes laid out substantial concerns regarding the potential risks posed to local aquifers, as he emphasized the lack of transparency and community engagement by the City of Austin. Testimonies from members of the Lost Pines Groundwater Conservation District supported the bill, citing worries about adverse chemical reactions and the implications for groundwater as crucial reasons for opposing the project. Conversely, representatives from the City of Austin expressed the necessity of the ASR project for regional water supply planning and addressed the purported benefits it would provide.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 9th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chapter 51, governs liens on real property and authorizes trustees and sub-trustees to oversee the sale
  • the deed of trust to oversee the sale of the property, while
  • to describe who is authorized to be the trustee or substitute trustee to exercise the power of the sale
  • That can cry the sale in the role of the substitute trustee
  • Having an incentive like this where the ...

Summary: The meeting of the committee covered a range of bills focusing on various legislative measures aimed at improving transparency and accountability in both the public and private sectors. Notably, HB576 drew attention as it sought to clarify the legal definition of a 'person' in relation to real property transactions, addressing longstanding confusion in property law. Witnesses provided testimony supporting this bill, arguing it would greatly enhance clarity and uniformity in property dealings.

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