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• The chair lays out House Bill 1240 and recognizes Chairman

• Members, House Bill 1240.

• If there's no objection, House Bill 1240 will be left

• The chair lays out House Bill 1253 and recognizes the

• House Bill 1353 helps us make better use of that opportunity

Bills: HB1240, HB1353, HCR76, HCR90

Keywords: border region, infrastructure, economic development, government operations, education, international cooperation, infrastructure investment, bond issuance, state agencies, economic development, shrimp industry, federal regulations, foreign imports, economic impact, public health, Gulf Coast communities, Texas-Mexico border, trade office, economic partnerships, cybersecurity

Summary: The Subcommittee on Internet convened addressing significant legislative matters, including House Bill 1240, which aims to update definitions surrounding the Texas-Mexico border region to promote consistency across various state statutes. Chairman Guillen led the discussion, highlighting the importance of providing clarity for stakeholders involved in policy and implementation. Additionally, House Concurrent Resolution 90 was discussed, advocating for the establishment of a Texas Economic Trade Office in Israel. Several witnesses testified, emphasizing the benefits this office would offer in terms of economic partnerships and innovation transfer, particularly in technology sectors such as cybersecurity and medical technology. The meeting was characterized by active participation, and the members acknowledged the importance of reinforcing Texas's role on the global stage.

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• Chair lays out as pending business, House Bill 2844.

• Out is pending business, House Bill 3896.

• I appreciate you allowing me the opportunity to lay out House Bill 5082.
• Against House Bill 5082.
• House Bill 5510 is left pending.

Bills: HB229, HB3990, HB5082, HB5510

Keywords: biological sex, government information, definitions, sex-based distinctions, public health, flags, display, state law, municipalities, government buildings, abortion, civil liability, abortion-inducing drugs, private civil right of action, destruction of property, qui tam action, Committee meeting, abortion, drug trafficking, local government policies

Summary: The meeting of the committee brought forward several bills, including notable discussions on HB5082 and HB5510. During the meeting, concerns regarding local governments' ability to adopt decriminalization policies were addressed, particularly as these have led to legal actions involving the state. Witness testimonies presented both support and opposition to the bills, with strong sentiments expressed on both sides. Representative Leach advocated for stricter regulations on abortion drug trafficking and the need for better protections for women. An emotional debate ensued addressing the implications of these regulations on women's health and rights. Additionally, the committee debated the repercussions of the bills on local governance and public health outcomes.

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• House Bill 3005 addresses audits that circumvent the Texas

• All right, the chair lays out House Bill 5093.
• House Bill 4518.
• Senator Schwartner, when you and 30 of your colleagues voted for House Bill 16, Keywords: public records, transparency, workforce policies, healthcare access, dental workforce, Texas legislation

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.

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• House Bill 2225.
• The chair lays out House Bill 2797.
• The chair lays out House Bill 1835 and recognizes Representative Guillen to explain the bill.
• Is there anyone else who wishes to testify for or against House Bill 1835?
• I thank you for hearing this bill today, House Bill...

Bills: HB1835, HB2561, HB3630

Keywords: manufactured housing, HUD-code, zoning, local government regulations, installation permits, municipal utility district, board meetings, public access, meeting location, transparency, fire prevention, agriculture, local government, fire safety, regulations, municipal utility districts, public notice, housing regulations, legislation, committee testimony

Summary: The meeting convened with a quorum present and was primarily focused on multiple pieces of legislation related to municipal utility districts (MUDs). Among the bills discussed, HB2225 was moved forward favorably, extending public notice requirements for fee impositions. Representative Nozzolio and Vice-Chair Malani contributed significantly to the discussion, highlighting the implications of these changes. Another significant bill was HB2797, which prohibits municipalities from regulating the number of occupants in a dwelling unit based on various status categories. The committee adopted a substitute for this bill, which suggested that key modifications address community concerns around housing policies. Positive sentiments were expressed regarding the adaptability of this substitute which was widely discussed among the members.

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• We'll open public testimony on House Bill 1506.

• House Bill 1506, so we'll ask if anyone is present wishing to testify for or against House Bill 1506
• House Bill 4285 strengthens the...
• for or against House Bill 201.
• Chairman and members, House Bill 3909 clearly is a bipartisan bill.

Bills: HB186, HB201, HB229, HB796, HB1506, HB2702, HB2885, HB3225, HB3909, HB4285, HB5138

Keywords: social media, children, account verification, data privacy, parental control, financial crime, card fraud, motor fuel theft, law enforcement, criminal activity, skimmers, prevention, training, biological sex, government information, definitions, sex-based distinctions, public health, federal directives, state authority

Summary: During this meeting, the committee engaged in in-depth discussions on several legislative proposals, focusing primarily on HB201, HB796, and HB2702. A key highlight was the debate on HB2702, where Senator Hinojosa detailed the bill's modifications aimed at supporting VFW posts and their critical services to veterans. The legislation seeks to exempt these posts from certain closure restrictions during emergencies, underlining the necessity of keeping veteran support structures readily available. The committee also heard public testimony, where stakeholders expressed strong support for the bill's potential impact on veteran communities.

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• The chair lays out House Bill 3441 by Representative Luther and recognizes its sponsor, Paul Bettencourt
• On House Bill 3441.
• Is there anyone else present wishing to testify for or against House Bill 3441?
• So House Bill 3441 is still before us.
• It's House Bill 3385. That's a great point.

Bills: HB220, HB783, HB2240, HB3336, HB4202, HB4449, HB4904, HB3441, HB4284

Keywords: sexual assault, healthcare facilities, forensic examination, survivor support, emergency contraceptive, online impersonation, civil liability, social media, identity theft, defamation, counseling damages, injunctive relief, public health, safety regulations, community health, state standards, healthcare access, identification, real estate, proof of identity

Summary: The meeting held by the Committee on State Affairs focused on two significant bills, HB3441 and HB3385. HB3441, aimed at holding vaccine manufacturers liable for harm caused by their advertised products, generated considerable discussion among committee members and witnesses. Senator Hall presented the bill, emphasizing the need for accountability and drawing attention to the lack of liability for vaccine manufacturers under current federal law. The committee heard testimonies from various stakeholders, expressing both support and concern regarding the implications of this bill on public trust and medical practices. Following extended dialogue, HB3441 was reported favorably to the full Senate with a recommendation to pass, gathering a vote of nine ayes to one nay.

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• Bill 102.
• , to explain the bill.
• To better support these students, House Bill 102 would grant

• So House Bill 300 modernizes the program, raises the

• Bill 300?

Bills: HB102, HB300, SB2255

Keywords: military education, early registration, ROTC, corps of cadets, higher education, military academy, scholarship, military, higher education, ROTC, Texas Armed Services, military spouses, occupational licensing, state agency, license requirements, reciprocity, training and education, occupational licensing, military spouses, SB2255

Summary: The meeting centered around various legislative bills, notably focusing on HB102, HB300, and SB2255. Senator Sparks presented SB2255, aimed at easing occupational licensing for military spouses and veterans, eliminating bureaucratic delays that hinder their employment opportunities after relocation. Key testimonies from various stakeholders highlighted the importance of this bill, emphasizing how it could alleviate the economic burden faced by military families when transitioning to new roles. The updates on HB300 aimed at revitalizing the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program underscored efforts to modernize assistance for military students.

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• The chair lays back House Bill 5365.

• Please join me in opposing House Bill 5356.
• The primary purpose of this bill, House Bill 1701, is to
• House Bill 1701 will allow counties and emergency services districts...
• House Bill 1701 will be left pending at this time.

Bills: HB386, HB1449, HB1701, HB2142, HB2675, HB2857, HB3063, HB3171, HB3641, HB3732, HB4045, HB4370, HB4491, HB4505, HB4626, HB5267, HB5356

Keywords: construction contracts, change orders, local government, budget limits, Texas legislation, homelessness, housing, community development, higher education, partnerships, political subdivision, personal property, acquisition, local government, cloud computing, government contracts, municipal ordinances, parking regulations, civil fines, local government

Summary: The meeting focused on key legislative issues including the submitted bills targeting affordable housing, budget transparency, and fire code enforcement. Notably, discussions around HB4045 involved concerns about local government support and neutrality in tax credit applications, with several stakeholders expressing their views on the barriers faced in securing housing development in high-opportunity areas. Additionally, the committee deliberated on HB5267, which aims to reform the budgeting processes for cities and counties by standardizing formats and limiting expenditures in line with population growth and inflation. Public testimonies offered a range of perspectives on these bills, highlighting the importance of community support in legislative outcomes.

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• that the former House Bill 13 from the regular session, which is now House Bill.
• So that bill passed as House Bill; Senate Bill.

• Senate Bill 16, relating to the...

• Senator Hughes moves final passage of Senate Bill 16. The secretary will call the roll.
• In fact, House Bill 8 and Senate Bill 8 were filed identically by both Chairman Buckley and myself, and

Bills: SB8, SB4, SB43, SB1, SB2, SB13, SB6, SB10, SB16, SB14, SB3

Keywords: dams, reservoirs, erosion control, flood control, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, permit exemption, environmental regulation, permit exemption, erosion control, floodwater management, sediment control, local government, flooding, public safety, outdoor warning sirens, disaster preparedness, emergency response, flood warning, outdoor sirens, disaster preparedness

Summary: The meeting of the legislative committee prominently featured discussions surrounding several critical bills, including SB1, which addresses natural disasters and emergency preparedness in Texas. Senator Perry presented detailed amendments focusing on enhancing the state's response capabilities to flooding, which included the establishment of better training protocols for first responders and the development of a statewide flood monitoring system. Public testimony was actively solicited, with multiple witnesses providing input regarding the implications of SB1, highlighting the need for comprehensive disaster management strategies following recent floods that impacted the community severely. Additionally, considerable dialogue took place around SB6, relating to abortion-related civil liabilities, where senators debated the bill's implications on women's health and wellness in Texas, leading to contentious voting results and reflections on the bill's social impact.

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• Madam Chair and members, Senate Bill 15, the same bill we passed out of the body.
• Senate Bill 16. All right. Close public testimony.
• Senator West moves that Senate Bill 16 be reported favorably to the full Senate.

• Senate Bill 16 will be reported favorably to the full

• The bill empowers either house of the legislature or a legislative

Bills: SB2, SB3, SB5, SB9, SB10, SB14, SB16, SB34, SB18

Keywords: flooding, public safety, outdoor warning sirens, disaster preparedness, emergency response, flood warning, outdoor sirens, disaster preparedness, local government, safety measures, flood management, outdoor warning sirens, emergency preparedness, municipal safety, disaster response, disaster relief, emergency funding, flood management, Meteorological forecasting, local government assistance

Summary: The committee meeting covered multiple bills, primarily focusing on flood relief initiatives and education reforms. Senator Bettencourt presented SB3, detailing updates to the state's flood warning system. He expressed that the bill's objective is to enhance early warning systems funded through the governor's office. Public testimony was opened but no individuals expressed their opinion, leading to a smooth progression as the bill was reported favorably to the Senate. Additionally, Senator Perry discussed SB14, which aims to provide impact fee credits to cities to encourage innovative water conservation efforts. This bill mirrored previous legislation passed last session.

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• House Bill 4359 proposes a practical and balanced accountability
• Public testimony will close on House Bill 4359.
• House Bill 5381 will be left pending.
• House Bill 123 addresses this in two key ways.
• The chair lays out House Bill 5606.

Bills: HB123, HB5606, HB549, HB2757, HB4359, HB5381, HB1939

Keywords: sick leave, public education, employee benefits, school district policy, retirement, school health, respiratory distress, airway clearance devices, medication training, public health, education policy, foreign military, admission age, Texas schools, military families, education funding, school district, attendance credit, financial incentive, public school finance

Summary: In this committee meeting, various educational bills were discussed, reflecting significant attention on improving public schooling. Notably, the discussion on HB123 focused on foundational literacy and numeracy for public school students, which received widespread support from multiple testimonies emphasizing the need for early intervention in education. Stakeholders highlighted the importance of investing in teacher training to effectively teach critical subjects like math. Additionally, HB1939, aimed at providing financial incentives for school districts to pay recapture payments early, generated a robust discourse around fiscal responsibility and budgeting in education funding. The meeting concluded with all bills being favorably reported to the full Senate for further review.

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• Thank you for the opportunity to present Senate Bill 16."
• House Bill 3631.
• Senate Bill 1635 and House Bill 3631 specifically.
• That's where Senate Bill 1635 and House Bill 3631 come in
• House Bill 3631 offers a targeted, fiscally responsible,

Bills: SB2920, SB2929, SB2398, SB865, SB401, SB2619, SB2927, SB1395, SB1972, SB2540, SB1635, SB1581, SB2008

Keywords: steroids, student athletes, athletic competition, University Interscholastic League, medical purpose, gender transition, school athletics, spectator conduct, referees, ejection policy, extracurricular activities, concussion, brain injury, school policy, academic accommodations, student welfare, cardiac arrest, emergency response, CPR training, automated external defibrillators

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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• Senate Bill 3 is a critical step in addressing the needs

• The bill works in tandem with what I said as Senate...

• What is in House Bill 2 that you support that is not

• in Senate Bill 3?
• House Bill 2 includes an interoperability council that really is statewide; it’s not just for dealing

Bills: SB3

Keywords: flood response, SB3, disaster preparedness, public testimony, emergency funding, first responders, training facilities, FEMA

Summary: The Senate committee on finance convened to discuss critical flood response legislation, particularly SB3, which aims to address the needs of flooding victims in Texas. The bill, presented by Chair Huffman, includes $200 million for FEMA reimbursements and additional funding for disaster preparedness, equipment, and training facilities. Public testimony indicated strong support for SB3, highlighting the significant need for improved flood response mechanisms. Several first responders shared their need for consistent, year-round training facilities, emphasizing that current training resources are insufficient.

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• The chair moves to leave House Bill 5127 pending. Is there any objection?
• Hearing none, House Bill 5127 is left pending.
• The chair calls House Bill 4477 and recognizes Representative Rosenthal to explain his bill.
• I appreciate the opportunity and thank you for your time and consideration of House Bill 4477.
• The chair moves to leave House Bill 4477 pending. Is there any objection? Hearing none.

Bills: HB2814, HB4477, HB5084, HB5108, HB5127, HB5383, HB5611, HB5663, HB5664, SB1563, HB2668, HB3841, HB4114

Keywords: juvenile justice, release documents, children, identification, Texas Juvenile Justice Department, civil service, staffing requirements, local government, positions exemption, Texas legislation, fireworks, Lunar New Year, retail permits, local government, public safety, Texas law, holiday sales, county purchasing, government authority, local government

Summary: The meeting of the committee was productive, centered around discussions for three key bills: HB5127, HB4477, and HB5126. Representative Galo emphasized the necessity of HB4477 to enhance the accountability of county purchasing agents, arguing that the current system under the Board of Judges lacks the required oversight. The committee members engaged in a detailed dialogue regarding employment protections and the operational effectiveness within county offices. As the members took turns to articulate their perspectives, they highlighted the importance of maintaining fair employment practices within the Sheriff's Civil Service and the need for resource adequacy within related commissions. Public testimonies were welcomed, reflecting the various concerns surrounding the implications of these bills on local governance.

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• House Bill 2 SSLC Notification Language, which is the Senate Bill.
• We don't just support House Bill 2; we need House Bill 2.
• Bill 2 when it passed the House.
• It's in the House bill though?
• It's in the House bill as well, yes.

Bills: HB2

Keywords: public education, teacher compensation, certification, funding, school finance, educator rights, education funding, charter schools, staff compensation, state aid, retention allotment, HB2, public education, special education funding, pre-K eligibility, teacher compensation

Summary: The meeting focused prominently on the discussions surrounding HB2, which entails significant investments in public education and aims to reform funding mechanisms to better support students and teachers. Multiple stakeholders, including educators and policymakers, conveyed their support while also voicing concerns about the bill's potential shortcomings. Witnesses discussed the urgent need for increased funding for special education and the necessity of expanding pre-K eligibility for students with disabilities. The testimony highlighted the historical context of the funding model and emphasized the importance of creating equitable solutions for all public school districts.

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• bill.

• So House Bill 4394 simply says that our elected county

• House Bill 3929 will help Texas become a leader in sovereign debt cases by amending the Business and
• House Bill 3929 aims to provide a pathway to strengthen Texas's role in the global...
• My name is David Fagan, testifying in support of House Bill 175.

Bills: HB74, HB175, HB460, HB576, HB2271, HB2294, HB2874, HB3016, HB3133, HB3191, HB3458, HB3929, HB4063, HB4115, HB4394

Keywords: Puerto Verde, Port Authority, eminent domain, bonds, tax assessments, economic development, infrastructure, transportation, public welfare, child care, certifications, Texas Rising Star Program, grant program, disability inclusion, child care, family income, affordability, economic impact, state study, child care

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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• I move final passage of House Bill 913.
• House Bill 9...
• bill and the affordable housing shortage.
• House Bill 37.
• of House Bill 37.

Bills: HJR1, HB9, HB21, HB26, HB30, HB37, HB116, HB630, HB879, HB913, HB1151, HB1318, HB1593, HB1899, HB2703, HB2809, HB2890, HB2970, HB3307, HB3526, HB5092, SB128, SB203, SB317, SB393, SB397, SB644, SB731, SB801, SB913, SB1071, SB1073, SB1086, SB1087, SB1232, SB1250, SB1262, SB1285, SB1310, SB1359, SB1444, SB1483, SB1705, SB1782, SB1861, SB1897, SB1944, SB2023, SB2043, SB2082, SB2133, SB2215, SB2297, SB2298, SB2309, SB2532, SB2549, SB2566, SB2617, SB2619, SB2639, SB2688, SB2696, SB2717, SB2790, SB2841, SB2847, SB2850, SB2857, SB2891, SB2919, SB2928, SB2972, SB3052, SB3053, SB1, SB260, SB1506, SB1637, HB37, HB109, HB334, HB1130, HB1238, HB1327, HB1610, HB1615, HB1620, HB1689, HB2081, HB2809, HB2884, HB2890, HB4215, HB5092, HCR7, HCR75, HCR86, HCR92, HCR93, HCR126, SB644, SB1086, SB1230, SB1310, SB1361, SB1553, SB1778, SB1790, SB2344, SB2460, SB2515, SB2600, SB2747, SB2751, SB2785, SB2790, SB3047, SB3048, SB3050, SB3051, SB3052, SB3053, SB3056, SB3058, SB3061, HJR1, HB1130, HB1689, HB2884, HB1393, HB2559, HB26, HB3012, HB1327, HB109, HB1238, HB2890, HB9, HB4215, HB2970, HB37, HB1899, HB1593, HB2607, HB3526, HB3810, HB5092, HB388, HB2809, HB1151, HB913, HB3307, HB879, HB116, HB12, HB2703, HB1610, HB1615, HB1620, HB30, HB21, HB2712, HB2692, HB1633, HB1318, HB685, HB630, HB4753, HB2742, HB303, HB198, HB1535, HB762, HB148, HB1520, HB5061, HB2286, HB1606, HB1041, HB132, HB11, HCR7, HCR75, HCR86, HCR92, HCR93, HCR126, SJR36, SJR50, SJR63, SCR12, SCR39, SB2023, SB1310, SB2972, SB1073, SB2847, SB2532, SB2619, SB62, SB666, SB847, SB284, SB854, SB810, SB1505, SB583, SB507, SB1434, SB1772, SB2016, SB1122, SB731, SB397, SB508, SB1436, SB287, SB1882, SB393, SB1791, SB209, SB2429, SB511, SB2309, SB1085, SB1975, SB2717, SB1262, SB636, SB2056, SB884, SB1200, SB1845, SB2458, SB801, SB3014, SB3013, SB758, SB2797, SB2076, SB2876, SB1640, SB1449, SB1181, SB1359, SB1234, SB2926, SB2841, SB1528, SB2891, SB1854, SB317, SB1250, SB2082, SB1285, SB1237, SB2819, SB629, SB2608, SB1602, SB2009, SB2460, SB867, SB640, SB1698, SB2680, SB2994, SB2747, SB913, SB1071, SB1086, SB1087, SB1483, SB1444, SB1553, SB1556, SB1703, SB2133, SB2297, SB2298, SB2622, SB2955, SB2334, SB1861, SB2043, SB1367, SB2857, SB128, SB3058, SB2044, SB2363, SB2565, SB1888, SB3048, SB3052, SB3053, SB3036, SB3057, SB3056, SB3043, SB3050, SB3063, SB3035, SB1790, SB1778, SB203, SB3061, SB2799, SB2790, SB2688, SB2515, SB1230, SB2522, SB2639, SB2459, SB3051, SB2655, SB2251, SB1884, SB2617, SB2751, SB2928, SB2566, SB1897, SB1749, SB1361, SB2549, SB2553, SB2919, SB1782, SB1705, SB2696, SB1944, SB2215, SB644, SB1232, SB2850, HB45, HB48, HB1261, HB1465, HB1778, HB2596, HB5238, HB33, HB1188, HB210, HB1022, HB1458, HB5560, HB1240, HB1950, HB2027, HB2768, HB2788, HB2791, HB3146, HB3698, HB3699, HB1893, HB3700, HB4850, HB4187, HB1397, HB4885, HB4804, HB3751, HB3611, HB2775, HB2061, HB2003, HB1729, HB1242, HB791, HB2029, HB647, HB2522, HB4738, HB3033, HB3594, HB3474, HB2563, HB2802, HCR90, SJR87, SB2969, SB3073, SB2497, SB1798, SB2603, SB2607, SB781

Keywords: housing finance, multifamily residential, low income, tax exemption, audit requirements, affordable housing, local government, development bonds, Medicaid, nutrition support, maternal health, chronic conditions, pilot program, disaster relief, tax rates, local government, voter-approval tax rate, emergency services, perinatal bereavement, healthcare

Summary: The committee meeting was marked by extensive discussions surrounding several key bills, particularly those affecting child welfare and educational reforms. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to debating HB1151, which aims to clarify the grounds for child neglect and the subsequent termination of parental rights. Senator West highlighted the bill's intent to protect parental rights in medical decision-making, drawing notable attention and support from various members. The bill passed with unanimous consent, reflecting a broad agreement on its importance. Additionally, Senate Bill 2847 gained traction, focusing on innovations in core curriculum designed to expedite the awarding of bachelor's degrees. The passage of this bill was praised as a progressive step toward improving educational outcomes in Texas, with multiple senators, including Senators King and Crayton, contributing their insights to bolster its approval.

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• Senate Bill Senate Bill 305, Senate Bill 326, Senate Bill
• 463, Senate Bill 494, Senate Bill 530, Senate Bill 769, Senate Bill 783, Senate Bill 856.
• Senate Bill 1169, Senate Bill 1238, Senate Bill 1967, Senate
• Bill 2196, Senate Bill 2312, and SCR 29.
• We also passed House Bill 3, which continued the efforts

Bills: HJR98, HJR99, HB29, HB136, HB142, HB166, HB353, HB1399, HB2000, SJR59, SCR19, SB128, SB261, SB317, SB383, SB393, SB397, SB466, SB517, SB571, SB612, SB705, SB715, SB731, SB748, SB801, SB867, SB913, SB945, SB946, SB986, SB1013, SB1071, SB1086, SB1087, SB1117, SB1181, SB1250, SB1263, SB1285, SB1444, SB1483, SB1528, SB1553, SB1556, SB1608, SB1723, SB1858, SB1946, SB1957, SB1986, SB1999, SB2043, SB2056, SB2082, SB2105, SB2133, SB2138, SB2177, SB2203, SB2221, SB2311, SB2334, SB2337, SB2340, SB2373, SB2417, SB2446, SB2452, SB2477, SB2532, SB2565, SB2587, SB2615, SB2622, SB2633, SB2637, SB2681, SB2713, SB2717, SB2781, SB2782, SB2835, SB2841, SB2857, SB2891, SB2943, SB2994, SB2995, SB3016, SB3047, SB3057, SB3059, SJR3, SB5, SB72, SB509, SB616, SB963, SB985, SB1143, SB1172, SB1267, SB1271, SB1273, SB1759, SB1786, SB2361, SB1025, SB1080, SB1245, SB1355, SB1422, SB1, SB260, SB1506, SB1637, HJR98, HJR99, HJR2, HJR1, HB1109, HB1392, HB22, HB3093, HB517, HB1130, HB142, HB1689, HB2018, HB136, HB2884, HB1393, HB2730, HB1399, HB1244, HB467, HB331, HB2559, HB29, HB26, HB166, HB353, HB2000, HB2756, HB3248, HB3513, HB3204, HB3135, HB3012, HB2763, HB2523, HB2457, HB2415, HB2198, HB2143, HB1708, HB1672, HB767, HB1327, HB2723, HB451, HB140, HB109, HB3096, HCR6, HCR12, HCR29, HCR50, HCR55, HCR56, HCR58, HCR70, HCR71, HCR74, HCR78, HCR80, HCR107, HCR116, HCR117, SJR36, SJR50, SJR63, SJR59, SCR12, SCR39, SCR48, SCR19, SB2023, SB1957, SB2615, SB2138, SB3016, SB1999, SB62, SB666, SB847, SB284, SB854, SB1073, SB810, SB1505, SB583, SB507, SB1434, SB1772, SB2016, SB1163, SB1122, SB731, SB397, SB508, SB1436, SB287, SB261, SB1882, SB393, SB1791, SB209, SB2429, SB511, SB2309, SB510, SB1085, SB1975, SB2717, SB1262, SB636, SB2056, SB884, SB517, SB1200, SB1845, SB2681, SB2458, SB801, SB3014, SB3013, SB758, SB1013, SB2797, SB2076, SB2876, SB715, SB1640, SB2538, SB1449, SB1181, SB1359, SB410, SB1234, SB2926, SB2972, SB2841, SB1856, SB1528, SB1373, SB672, SB2891, SB1854, SB317, SB2539, SB2532, SB1250, SB2082, SB2203, SB1285, SB1454, SB2520, SB1237, SB1586, SB2819, SB629, SB2342, SB2903, SB2477, SB3029, SB375, SB777, SB2367, SB2703, SB2608, SB2965, SB2521, SB2165, SB2501, SB2452, SB2835, SB1602, SB1704, SB1723, SB1858, SB1946, SB2009, SB2177, SB2460, SB2785, SB2373, SB867, SB1608, SB640, SB1698, SB383, SB705, SB748, SB1117, SB2340, SB2680, SB2994, SB2747, SB1950, SB913, SB1071, SB1086, SB1087, SB1483, SB1444, SB1553, SB1556, SB1703, SB2133, SB2297, SB2298, SB2622, SB2955, SB3059, SB2782, SB2781, SB2637, SB2633, SB2337, SB2334, SB1861, SB2043, SB1367, SB946, SB945, SB2857, SB128, SB571, SB1263, SB3058, SB612, SB2221, SB2587, SB2044, SB2363, SB2713, SB2311, SB1986, SB2565, SB2943, SB1888, SB2417, SB3048, SB3052, SB3053, SB3036, SB3057, SB3056, SB3043, SB3037, SB3050, SB3063, SB3047, SB3035, SB2446, SB466, SB2611, SB2794, SB2105, SB2017, SB1790, SB1778, SB1730, SB2995, SB2847, SB205, SB2619, SB1903, SB203, SB3061, SB1581, SB2600, SB2799, SB2790, SB2688, SB2515, SB1230, SB876, SB2522, SB2639, SB2137, SB2519, SB2403, SB2459, SB3051, SB2655, SB2251, SB2764, SB2878, SB1884, SB111, SB582, SB2617, SB1835, SB2751, SB2959, HB206, HB1238, HB1089, HB2890, HB9, HB2081, HB4215, HB2970, SB2063, SB1400, SB2058, SB2260, SB2928, SB1310

Keywords: Article V, federal government, fiscal restraints, constitutional amendment, term limits, animal feed, tax exemption, ad valorem taxation, retail, constitutional amendment, Medicaid, lactation, healthcare, consultation, reimbursement, maternal health, infant care, child endangerment, controlled substances, penalty group

Summary: The committee meeting covered several significant bills, notably SB612, SB517, and SB2587. SB612 saw discussions around extending cost-based protections to developers, and it was moved to engrossment and eventually passed unanimously. The bill emphasizes limiting the fees imposed by water districts on developers, ensuring that they are reasonable and reflective of actual costs. Meanwhile, SB517 focused on gambling regulations, particularly addressing issues surrounding illegal electronic gambling devices, and passed with strong support. Additionally, SB2587 aimed at clarifying eligibility for national background checks in state employment, which was also passed after minimal objections.

Transcript Highlights:

• I was asking about your bill.
• Is this bill still worth it?
• This is a dangerous bill.
• Members, during the 2021 legislative session, this body passed House Bill 3257 to adopt the International
• And this bill was intended...

Bills: SJR27, SJR39, SB22, SB33, SB34, SB37, SB209, SB310, SB326, SB505, SB605, SB618, SB732, SB762, SB769, SB783, SB819, SB825, SB870, SB964, SB1030, SB1080, SB1085, SB1099, SB1124, SB1208, SB1233, SB1314, SB1320, SB1333, SB1398, SB1405, SB1541, SB1567, SB1596, SB1598, SB1625, SB1646, SB1662, SB1750, SB1758, SB1791, SB1804, SB1810, SB1818, SB1838, SB1855, SB1869, SB1951, SB2024, SB2077, SB2078, SB2252, SB2253, SB2368, SB2411, SB2420, SB2425, SB2569

Keywords: judicial conduct, state commission, judicial misconduct, commission membership, constitutional amendment, constitutional amendment, veto override, legislature power, governor, Texas Constitution, Texas, moving image industry, incentive program, film production, grant funding, job creation, economic development, higher education, curriculum review, governing board

Summary: The meeting was centered around a series of bills, with notable discussions on SB1810, which mandates transparency in title insurance premium rates and SB1320, which establishes an Organized Oilfield Theft Prevention Unit. Senators engaged in thorough debates over the implications of these bills, including the collection and publication of industry data to enhance accountability. The committee also addressed concerns about charter school expansions and their oversight, notably through SB605, aimed at regulating charter schools more stringently based on their academic and financial performance. Ultimately, most bills were passed with a majority consensus among committee members, showcasing a collaborative effort to improve legislative processes in Texas.

Transcript Highlights:

• House Bill 1 is fundamentally a bill about failure. The camp failed these girls.
• House Bill 1 is a real plan.
• We also have Senate Bill 2, Senate Bill 5, and House Bill 22.
• House Bill 20 is the disaster scam response.
• House Bill 22 is passed to engrossment.

Bills: HB1, HB2, HB3, HB5, HB20, HB22

Keywords: youth camp, emergency preparedness, safety standards, regulation, civil penalties, emergency communication, public safety, interoperability, Texas Interoperability Council, grant program, emergency communication, broadband, funding, natural disasters, technology, disaster relief, emergency communication, fraud prevention, legislation, public safety

Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on the discussion and passage of several key bills, including SB5, which pertains to supplemental appropriations for disaster relief. This bill was passed unanimously, highlighting the committee's commitment to addressing disaster preparedness. HB20, aimed at reducing fraudulent charitable solicitations during disasters, also saw significant debate, with positive sentiments expressed by its sponsor, Mr. Darby. Additionally, HB22, which expands the authority of the comptroller to fund emergency communication systems, was passed with overwhelming support, indicating a consensus on improving emergency response capabilities within the state. The session concluded with discussions about future legislative measures aimed at strengthening infrastructure against disasters.