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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

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  • would, any other line of work where you don't get paid or can't even bill a hundred percent of the compensation
  • We would like to thank Representative Capriglione and his staff for addressing many of our concerns and
  • Capriglione and his excellent staff who have been working with us on our thoughts about this bill.
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    Used to be you'd get a claim, you'd get the full compensation

  • Thank you to him and his staff for their diligent

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.
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Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence May 14th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

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  • It involves notice of certain managed judicial compensation and related retirement benefits and the reporting
  • Members, this is Senator Zaffirini's bill relating to the appointment of attorneys ad litem and the compensation
  • data-time="1656"> Senator Zaffirini's bill relating to the appointment of attorneys ad litem and the compensation
Bills: SB1015, SB2933
Summary: The meeting of the committee centered around several significant pieces of legislation, highlighting bills primarily focused on court proceedings, mental health services, and civil liabilities. Notable discussions included Senate Bill 441, which addressed civil liabilities for the promotion of artificial intimate visual material, and SB1164, concerning emergency detention for individuals with mental health issues. Both bills saw no amendments and garnered unanimous support in votes, showcasing the committee's intent to streamline judicial processes concerning these sensitive areas. Additionally, bills regarding guardianships and decedent estates were included, reflecting a commitment to improve the judicial system's handling of family law matters.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Property Tax Appraisals Apr 3rd, 2025 at 10:30 am

House S/C on Property Tax Appraisals

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  • It's 18% of our entire teaching staff.
  • Under 53,000 students and about 8,600 staff members.
  • budget shortfalls, such as Arlington ISD, ensuring that we can meet the needs of our students and staff
  • that appraisals would happen once every three years for smaller jurisdictions that had neither the staff
  • 7848">In local districts, the drop in local revenue requires the state to provide more funding to compensate
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several key bills related to property tax appraisals and education funding. Notable discussions included House Bill 2786, which proposed annual reappraisals to ensure property values reflect current market conditions. Representative Turner highlighted concerns around inconsistent appraisals that could adversely affect funding for local schools, particularly in Tarrant County. The session also saw testimony from representatives and concerned citizens advocating for the bill, emphasizing the importance of fair and accurate appraisals for maintaining educational funding and taxpayer equity. The committee members discussed the overall impact of property tax policies on local districts and pushed for a resolution to this ongoing issue.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce (Part I) Apr 8th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

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  • Basically, it is to help our insurance carriers, the workers' compensation insurance carriers based in
  • where before there was some concern that the insurance carriers in other states issuing workers' compensation
  • ...and the staff, because I really trust the members on this
  • Not just the members, but also the staff behind us regarding fashioning the right policy for the state
  • And so with that, I'd ask each and every one of y'all through your staff to think about things.
Summary: In this committee meeting, a wide range of topics were addressed, notably the advancement of nuclear energy in Texas. The committee discussed Senate Bill 2967, aimed at exploring innovative energy technologies and the role of nuclear power in ensuring energy security. Several expert testimonies were heard, including insights from former PUC Commissioner Doug Robinson, who emphasized the potential of modular reactors and necessary state support to navigate the financial challenges commonly faced by nuclear energy projects. The committee's focus was on understanding current nuclear technology stages, determining required state incentives, and assessing the overall energy landscape in Texas.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Nominations May 19th, 2025

Senate Nominations Committee

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  • I have not heard out of the 850 real estate agents and the 45 staff members we have a complaint about
  • Is to talk to them about how we are compensated and whether
  • It was her staff that educated me on all of these policy issues that arose after Winter Storm Uri and
  • So yes, staff now knows that if we see a reduction in spending compared to what we anticipate, that's
  • Their efforts to recruit and have more in-house staff are
Summary: The committee meeting, focused primarily on the ongoing regulatory reforms following the recent weather-related crises, commenced with the introduction of Thomas Gleason as the new Chairman of the Public Utility Commission of Texas. The Chairman emphasized the need for resilience and proactive measures to improve infrastructure and communications among utility companies, especially in light of recent disasters that impacted service delivery. High-level discussions revolved around HB1500, which mandates stronger oversight and accountability mechanisms for ERCOT, pushing the commission to enhance its monitoring capacity. Several topics of concern, including vegetation management and cost distribution among consumers, were highlighted as priorities moving forward.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Energy Resources Mar 31st, 2025 at 02:03 pm

House Energy Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I realize we can't be compensated, but work is work, right
  • Morales, and I thank you, Representative Guerra, for also leading the charge on this, you and your staff
  • The Railroad Commission of Texas employs a staff of

  • The staff functions similarly to administrative law judges.
  • and staff at the State Office of Administrative Hearings,
Summary: The meeting of the Energy Resources Committee was marked by extensive discussions on several key legislative bills, particularly those concerning carbon capture, geothermal energy, and oilfield theft. Representative Zwiener laid out HB2612, aimed at creating a carbon dioxide sequestration policy council under the Railroad Commission. The bill's supporters emphasized its potential economic benefits while addressing safety concerns raised by witnesses regarding existing underground injection practices. Notably, there was a strong consensus among proponents that addressing these complex issues proactively is essential for Texas to maintain its leadership in the energy sector. The committee also heard testimony on HB1647, focused on combating petroleum product theft, which remains a growing concern within the state. Witnesses highlighted the pressing need for improved coordination among law enforcement and the establishment of a dedicated task force to tackle this issue effectively.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House Licensing & Administrative Procedures Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • If you require assistance in registering, please ask one of the staff

  • " data-time="54"> If you require assistance in registering or testifying, please contact committee staff
  • My family was able to sue and get compensation, but here we are with these locations...
  • We're talking about a school that teaches babies how to swim, and all we're asking is that the staff
  • Some of your chiefs of staff mentioned that they actually had fake IDs in college.
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.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part II) Feb 4th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We don't have dietary staff, and we don't have laundry staff. It's our staff that do that.
  • Our direct care staff manage everything, where the state facility staff has specialized roles such as
  • Our staff, they do...
  • My staff works really hard.
  • Please give my staff a raise because the staff cannot live on $10.60, and we are short-staffed.
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting focused on several critical issues, primarily surrounding funding for mental health services in Texas. Various stakeholders, including representatives from mental health organizations and community service providers, provided testimonies advocating for increased investments in mental health resources, particularly for children's mental health initiatives and support systems. One prominent discussion was around the need for family preservation funding to maintain support for families in crisis. The evidence presented highlighted an alarming rise in food insecurity, which underscored the necessity of legislative action to protect vulnerable populations.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Licensing & Administrative Procedures Apr 8th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Licensing & Administrative Procedures Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • data-time="36">If you require assistance in registering or testifying, please contact the committee staff
  • So thanks to Chairman Harris and his staff for always having an open door.
  • We look forward to continuing to work with you, your staff, and each committee member.
  • They work on projects in other states and require their staff to have licenses in those states.
  • ...your fantastic staff.
Summary: The meeting was marked by thorough discussions regarding several pivotal bills aimed at addressing safety and regulatory reforms within various sectors. Notably, House Bill 3352 was a focal point, where industry representatives highlighted the urgent need for enhanced driver safety training in work zones due to a rise in fatalities. Supporters argued that including work zone safety in driver education programs could significantly improve awareness and reduce accidents. Additionally, House Bill 2186 drew scrutiny from small business owners who expressed concerns about the regulatory burden it would impose on electricians and the potential impact on employment within the industry. Despite the commitment to improve safety, stakeholders warned of unintended consequences that could affect operational viability for non-signatory firms.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband May 2nd, 2025 at 09:05 am

House S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband

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  • They are multinational, huge companies that should compensate
  • of this revenue means that Austin would be forced to cover millions of dollars in costs without compensation
Summary: The meeting of the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Broadband included significant discussions surrounding Senate Bill 924, which addresses cable service providers and their financial obligations related to franchise fees. Council Member Julian Ramirez opposed the bill, emphasizing its potential fiscal impact on cities like Houston and Austin by restricting franchise fee collections, thus threatening vital public services funded by these fees. Public testimony supported his stance, highlighting the financial realities these cities face, particularly in maintaining public safety and infrastructure.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation Apr 24th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Yeah, my staff does a real good job of making sure that there's no ambiguity to what my projects speak
  • The costs include things like workers' compensation and
  • What we're talking about is 30% going to the City of Houston to compensate it for the...
  • Police should have some compensation for it, much like
  • I won't go into detail, but I will say this: the city has provided this service without compensation
Summary: The meeting was centered around the discussions of several bills, primarily focusing on HB3187, which proposes to reduce DART's funding by 25%. This bill drew significant opposition from various members and public witnesses who argued it would severely impact public transportation services in North Texas, especially with the upcoming FIFA World Cup in 2026. Many speakers highlighted the economic consequences, job losses, and diminished accessibility for residents that would result from passing this legislation. Members of the committee engaged in heated debates, with some representatives advocating for the preservation of DART's funding and others supporting the proposed cuts based on financial grievances from certain cities. The meeting ended with a resolve to consider future negotiations among local municipalities instead of pursuing state intervention on the funding issue.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services Apr 30th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's a tool that agency staff fills out based on their knowledge and observations of the children they
  • Kind of compensation.
  • In some cases, the IBCLCs are not on staff at all and are only available remotely.
  • 8604">Chair Kolkhorst, I thank you and your committee team and members of the committee and their staffs
  • Investigation processes can differ across the state depending on the region, variation in staff turnover
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Health and Human Services covered multiple bills focusing on healthcare, education, and child welfare. A key highlight was the presentation of Senate Bill 3001, which aims to add medical nutrition counseling as a Medicaid service for patients with chronic conditions. Chairman Korkhorst emphasized the importance of this bill in addressing healthcare needs in low-income communities. Public testimony was gathered, with several professionals supporting the inclusion of nutrition services to improve health outcomes for Texans, particularly those battling chronic diseases. Another notable discussion revolved around Senate Bill 425, designed to enhance the accuracy of investigations into child and adult protective services. Members raised concerns regarding the need for transparency and improved protocols in these sensitive areas.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Mar 5th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • They, alongside the rest of my staff, are here to assist you with anything you might need.
  • I know you mentioned your staff earlier, Mr. Chairman.
  • Our staffs are all getting up to speed pretty quickly.
  • So do we, but with a much smaller staff.
  • I mean, they've got a whole staff devoted to this, a lot of complaints about it.
Summary: The meeting involved extensive discussions on various topics, although specific bills or motions were not highlighted. The members engaged in a dialogue surrounding the financial aspects of policies under review, particularly referencing rate components and reserves. Questions were raised regarding the allocation of premiums and the implications for future budgets, but no concrete resolutions were made. The Chair, after guiding the discussion, indicated the conclusion of the agenda and called for any additional business before moving to adjourn.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Agriculture & Livestock Apr 8th, 2025 at 02:00 pm

House Agriculture & Livestock Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Or testifying, please contact the committee staff.
  • their private property for a public purpose without compensation
Bills: HB2013, HB4163, HB4810
Summary: The meeting of the Agriculture and Livestock Committee mainly centered around discussions regarding three bills: HB4810, HB2013, and HB4163. Notable emphasis was placed on HB4810, which seeks to renew the Trade Agriculture Inspection Grant Program due to its critical role in ensuring the efficient flow of agricultural goods between Texas and Mexico. Testimonies from various stakeholders highlighted the importance of cross-border trade and the economic impact of agricultural imports, which supports thousands of jobs and ensures a reliable food supply. The committee members engaged in thoughtful deliberations about the necessity of maintaining and expanding the program to accommodate rising trade volumes and local agricultural needs.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 (Part II) Apr 15th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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  • This situation makes it extremely difficult to pay our teachers and other essential staff members a living
  • It represents roughly 14 full-time teachers with an average compensation package of $70,000 per year.
  • You know, our staff did what we could when we saw that there was no impact that we had studied here from
Summary: The meeting focused on advancing several significant pieces of legislation, particularly those pertaining to education and school finance. Notable discussions included the adoption of committee substitutes for various Senate Bills, such as SB2392, which introduced new reporting requirements for educators regarding misconduct cases. The committee also addressed SB1635, aimed at alleviating the financial burdens of high coastal insurance costs on school districts, which included provisions for credits against required recapture payments. Senator Hinojosa emphasized the urgency of responding to the challenges faced by local districts, underscoring the need for legislative support to ensure fair funding in coastal areas.
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  • A couple of preliminary questions about staff.
  • About 60% of my headquarters staff is government civilians.
  • data-time="4176">So it makes us look at things a little differently, and our strategy has changed to compensate
Summary: The meeting focused on the strategic posture of U.S. military capabilities with an emphasis on deterrence amid growing global threats. General Cotton from STRATCOM and General Whiting from SPACECOM provided insights into the modernization efforts of the nuclear triad. Key discussions involved the importance of maintaining control over specific frequency spectrums critical for military operations and the implications of potential auctioning of these bands. Members expressed concerns regarding the evolving landscape with adversaries like China and Russia, emphasizing that swift action is needed to adapt and preserve U.S. national security. Various proposals and existing programs, including the B-21 bomber and the nuclear-armed sea-launched cruise missile (SLICOM), were debated, alongside the necessity of increasing military investment in hypersonic defense systems.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House Licensing & Administrative Procedures Committee

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  • span marker="274" data-time="1638"> Services such as payroll, benefit administration, workers' compensation
  • uncertainty about the PEO's continuing status as a co-employer for unemployment taxes, workers' compensation
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.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part I) Mar 31st, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Thank you, Senator Hinojosa, for meeting with me or your staff.
  • Your staff indicated that you were considering all your options, so we appreciate that.
  • I know my staff just...
  • 157" data-time="936"> a governor-appointed board president, separating the board's policymaking from staff
  • This shortfall could place a significant financial strain on Granbury, forcing the city to compensate
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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Senate Session Mar 24th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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  • Of the county staff who pulled this off, of the ballot board
  • It's already hard to staff all the elections.
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    Thank you, Senator Hughes, for working with our staff

  • administration, including the term of a local administrative judge, court administration training, and the compensation
Summary: The committee meeting featured significant discussions surrounding several Senate Bills, primarily focusing on SSB840, which was passed after debates regarding the housing market and regulatory impacts. Senator Hughes led the conversation, emphasizing the need for increased supply of housing units and argued against governmental restrictions on development. The debate highlighted varying perspectives among members, showing both support and opposition to the bill, which ultimately led to its passage. Additionally, there were discussions around bills addressing health care, public safety, and energy efficiency, reflecting the diverse legislative priorities the committee is currently addressing.

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