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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part I) Feb 4th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

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  • victims of crime, predominantly child sexual abuse cases, including child sex trafficking, as well as
  • And we want to make sure if a child is in Beaumont, they are receiving the same treatment as a child
  • victims of crime, predominantly child sexual abuse cases, including child sex trafficking, as well as
  • We cannot put your child in SSLC, and you're going to have to at least put your child in at least three
  • And so she wanted to send her child elsewhere.
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting focused on public testimony regarding key health and human services issues affecting various groups in Texas. Notable discussions included funding requests for recovery housing, maternal health programs, and behavioral health services. Testimonies addressed the urgent need for additional resources to improve recovery housing availability, with advocates pushing for an increase in the number of accredited recovery homes and mentioning that Texas currently ranks low in recovery housing access. Similar testimonies highlighted the rising maternal mortality rates, particularly among minority populations, and the necessity for robust funding for maternal health initiatives. The session also saw voices advocating for better support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, emphasizing the critical need for transformed waiver services and improved provider accountability.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 Apr 29th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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  • instead of the special education director, who has no experience with the child.
  • So anyway, we won on the child fund.
  • We've been cited in the past, for example, for moving a child out of a situation.
  • We had a journal entry, and we learned the development of the child.
  • If you could help us understand the different stages of development for the child.
Summary: The meeting focused on several bills related to education, showcasing robust discussions on various legislative measures aimed at enhancing educational frameworks in Texas. Notably, Senate Bill 205 was presented as a refile intended to make fetal development instruction a permanent component of junior high health curricula. The bill garnered support from multiple members as they highlighted its significance in educating students about human development. Public testimony was invited, although no significant opposition was noted during this segment.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 (Part I) May 8th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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  • to give our children the best start in life, and no one enters into parenthood expecting to have a child
  • With my sister, who is a single mom to a special needs child
  • >I want to begin by asking the committee to picture this: a new mom who has been worried about her child
  • Yes, we do care about the child who has the violent behavior, but we first have to remove them.
  • I don't want to put any child in D.A.E.P., but these behaviors persist.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Education, K-16, revolved around multiple bills, notably HB1188, HB2856, HB3126, HJR5, and HB6. Key discussions highlighted the importance of early intervention for families with special needs through HB1188, which aims to provide better resources for parents. Public testimony included compelling narratives that underscored the personal impact of such legislation. Additionally, the committee engaged in important dialogue concerning student discipline, specifically focusing on vaping in schools and its consequences under HB6.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health Apr 3rd, 2025 at 08:00 am

House S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health

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  • I almost lost my child that day and several other days for 15%.
  • Try telling that to your nine-year-old child. You have to endure.
  • , or even will be effective for a child?
  • but my other child as well, stating medical neglect.
  • I have a duty and an obligation to protect my child.
Summary: During this meeting, the committee engaged in extensive discussions regarding various bills aimed at improving public health and welfare, including chronic kidney disease resources and statewide health literacy initiatives. Chair Guillen presented House Bill 3269, which proposes the creation of a centralized resource center for chronic kidney disease that is tailored to help patients and healthcare providers with information and resources, garnering robust support from the committee. Additionally, House Bill 1295 was discussed, focusing on enhancing statewide health literacy with a long-range coordination plan from the Department of State Health Services, which was also received favorably by committee members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

State Affairs Aug 22nd, 2025 at 08:08 am

House State Affairs Committee

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  • A choice to leave that includes leaving without your child.
  • The father of the child could not even get a civil injunction to stop her from murdering their child.
  • The first starves the child, and the second expels the dead baby.
  • We must pass the Women and Child Protection Act.
  • He was a Marine who was about to leave and didn't want to leave a child.
Bills: HB7, SB8
Summary: Simultaneously, SB8 initiated thorough debates over privacy and safety concerns in public restrooms. Supporters argued for the necessity of maintaining biologically separated spaces to protect women and children, while opponents highlighted the discrimination and potential harm caused to transgender individuals. Various stakeholders, including business representatives and community activists, voiced their opposition to SB8, emphasizing its negative implications for Texas's reputation as a welcoming state. The session concluded without any definitive resolutions, with both bills remaining pending for further consideration.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services Mar 18th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • The child should not have...
  • And your child was a minor. She was four.
  • Tilden Childs.
  • The responsible decision-making for a child should always be given by the parent or guardian of the child
  • Childs, here we go. Thank you.
Summary: The meeting of the committee was focused predominantly on various bills concerning healthcare and insurance policies, reflecting significant discussions on how these laws impact the community. Notably, Senate Bill 660 was introduced to enhance safety measures at healthcare facilities, discussing the necessity for bollards to prevent unauthorized vehicular access, highlighting a bipartisan understanding of public safety. Senator West emphasized the importance of these regulations, citing real-world incidents that necessitate such actions. Public testimonies complimented this discussion, providing insight into community needs for enhanced security in hospitals.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education May 1st, 2025 at 08:05 am

House S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education

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  • House Bill 4980 creates the Child Care Professional

  • certificate or associate degree related to the field of professional child care.
  • Child care, obviously.
  • What is a Child Development Associate credential? I mean, what are we talking about there?
  • It's basically for the things that you would expect one who would provide child care.
Bills: HB1079, HB3651, HB4980
Summary: The meeting of the committee on academic and career-oriented education centered on a series of bills focused on career and technology education. Notably, Representative Kerr introduced HB1079, which aims to formally recognize JROTC and LOTC programs as viable career and technology education pathways. Kerr expressed the significance of these programs for student readiness in both military and civilian careers, emphasizing the importance of leadership and teamwork skills gained through these courses. Public testimony included support from former JROTC members, highlighting the positive impact of the program on their lives and career trajectories.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs May 7th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House State Affairs Committee

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  • She has a young child with her, and she doesn't have child care.
  • The question is there, but, you know, similarly, child care, you know, there are some public child care
  • Every unborn child...
  • Once a child is conceived, it is a human being.
  • If there is a child or group of children...
Bills: SB6, SB11, SB33
Summary: The committee meeting was centered around the discussion of two key bills: SB33 and SB11. SB33 received significant attention as it aimed to close loopholes related to local government funding for abortion travel, which several representatives argued was an overreach of governmental power. Testimonies from supporters highlighted the need for this bill to clarify taxpayer protections, while opponents raised concerns about infringing on local autonomy and access to healthcare. The discussion featured passionate inputs from various stakeholders, emphasizing the societal implications of legislations regarding reproductive rights and healthcare services. At the conclusion of deliberations, both bills were left pending, indicating that further consideration is required before moving forward.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence Mar 4th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

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  • Earlier that year, it was concluded that another staff member had abused the child.
  • That would be harmful to the child. And so, you know, you're never alone with the child.
  • I get calls to my office, "Will you please represent my child who's locked up?"
  • Earlier that year, it was concluded that another staff member had abused the child.
  • I get calls to my office, "Will you please represent my child who's locked up?"
Summary: The meeting of the Texas Juvenile Justice Committee focused on addressing key issues within the juvenile justice system, particularly outlining a severe staffing shortage that impacts service delivery to youth in secure facilities. The Director of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department presented significant findings, including a spike in violence among youth and a concerning increase in youth with heightened aggressive behaviors and mental health needs. The committee emphasized the urgent need for additional staffing and funding to enhance the living and working conditions in juvenile facilities and ensure adequate programming for the youth involved.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 Mar 18th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Parents should be able to expect that the care their child receives at school is consistent with the
  • I'm an adopted child. I knew that, and I'm so thankful.
  • for life, for their child. Well, thank you.
  • real option for their child.
  • They would ask, 'Where did this child come from?

Summary: The Senate Education Committee convened to discuss multiple bills, primarily focusing on SB1619 and SB6019. Senator Dean Zaffirini presented SB1619, and the discussion revolved around modernizing the state's approach to epinephrine delivery devices. The highlighted importance of addressing anaphylaxis treatments in schools, particularly focusing on ensuring that both current and future delivery methods are adequately represented in the legislation was prominent. Participation from public testimony was also anticipated, allowing for community engagement.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

State Affairs Aug 11th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • born child of residents of the state.
  • And she's not informed that she's going to deliver a very real deceased human child.
  • So then, how does the innocent child deserve to die for the crime of their parent?
  • Her unborn child died.
  • or the desired birth of the child in a...
Bills: SB10, SB16, SB6
Summary: The committee meeting featured discussions on several key legislative issues, particularly focusing on human trafficking and related victim protections. Notably, Senate Bill 10 was presented by Senator Parker, aiming to provide an affirmative defense for victims of trafficking charged with crimes committed under coercion. The bill garnered significant support as witnesses provided personal testimonies highlighting the struggles faced by survivors, emphasizing the need for legal recognition of their circumstances. Additionally, Senate Bill 6 concerning the regulation of medication used in abortions was debated, with concerns raised about its potential implications on women's health rights and judicial protections for healthcare providers. The meeting included a robust exchange of views, reflecting a wide array of stakeholder interests including public health and law enforcement.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services (Part II) Apr 9th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • Necessary to safely care for a child until the dental care
  • Health insurance will pay for anesthesia when a child needs ear tubes or when the child needs their tonsils
  • find it difficult to get insurers to approve payment for the medically necessary anesthesia when a child
  • It's no more dangerous to put a child to sleep to fix their
  • Some of the horror stories were, you know, my child was...
Summary: The meeting of the committee covered critical discussions focused on several key bills aimed at enhancing safety and improving healthcare access for vulnerable populations, particularly seniors and pediatric patients. The members heard testimony in support of SB1283, with Lieutenant Jonathan Blanchard from the Dallas Police Department advocating for the bill as a means to ensure safer environments in senior facilities by instituting criminal history checks for employees. Carmen Tilton from the Texas Assisted Living Association also highlighted the bill's balance between safety and privacy, showing strong support from various stakeholders. Additionally, the committee discussed SB527, which addresses the challenges of obtaining insurance coverage for general anesthesia required for pediatric dental procedures. Experts testified about the urgent need for reform to prevent potential health crises in children and to streamline care access for parents.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health Apr 17th, 2025 at 09:04 am

House S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health

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  • interactions, as well as reducing abuse, neglect, and child welfare involvement.
  • But you've got to be able to build a child than to have to repair an adult.
  • The chair calls Tilden Childs. You are Dr.
  • Tilton Childs.
  • I'm Tilden Childs, a radiologist from Fort Worth.
Summary: The committee meeting engaged in comprehensive discussions surrounding various health-focused bills aimed at improving community services and mental health care access. Notably, House Bill 475 was refiled by Representative Johnson, highlighting the deficiencies in Texas Medicaid regarding community-based care for youth at risk for criminal behavior. The committee examined the merits of the bill, emphasizing the need for evidence-based intervention programs. Meanwhile, House Bill 2060 received attention for its focus on ensuring automatic Medicaid coverage for infants, addressing gaps in access highlighted by a report indicating a significant number of newborns missed enrollment at birth. Members expressed strong support for this initiative, delineating the critical nature of health coverage for Texas’ youngest citizens.
TX
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  • span> I mean, how expensive are the helmets, and how long does a child
  • The length of time a child needs to wear them depends on the severity of the asymmetry when they start
  • With the helmets, the children sleep with them, and they're fitted for each child.
  • This could be a child taking a caseworker's $1,000 iPhone and throwing it and breaking it.
  • home unless the court finds there is continuing danger in the home that prevents the return of the child
Summary: The meeting of the Health and Human Services Committee covered a variety of bills primarily focused on health care service enhancements and legal protections for employees. A notable discussion surrounded HB50, which aims to integrate HIV testing into routine STD screenings, a topic that received unanimous backing due to its potential to reduce the transmission of the virus. There was also significant dialogue around HB2399, which requires courts to provide detailed findings when making safety determinations regarding children's placements, further ensuring transparency and clarity in decision-making processes. The committee deliberated on various aspects of health care accessibility, particularly regarding individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as legislative measures to protect family services workers from damages caused in the line of duty. The session was characterized by thoughtful engagement from committee members and testimonies from various stakeholders.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Mar 19th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

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  • That increased to 156 million cases of child sexual abuse material.
  • But even when the child gets home, you just can't get away from it.
  • manipulated by the child.
  • But a child can't even agree to these terms and conditions, much less, a child shouldn't be...
  • This can be traced back to harmful influences online who have groomed a child.
Summary: In this meeting, the focus was on HB1093, which addresses the advertising requirements for self-service storage facility lien sales. The bill, presented by a representative, advocates for updating outdated newspaper notice requirements that have been in place since 1984. The representative emphasized that many areas in Texas no longer have access to printed newspapers, making it crucial to adapt the law to allow for advertising on publicly accessible internet platforms and other methods to ensure transparency and access to information regarding lien sales. Several stakeholders and witnesses shared opinions on the merits and potential drawbacks of the bill, leading to a lively discussion.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II) Apr 14th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • on chain of custody records, on seals, and on central counting
Summary: The meeting of the State Affairs Committee involved deliberations on a series of significant bills addressing issues such as election procedures, mental health crises, and the interplay between homelessness and public safety. Notably, Senator Parker presented Senate Bill 2487, focusing on creating infrastructure for mental health crisis management in urban areas, emphasizing the need for crisis service centers. Testimonies were heard from various stakeholders about the impact of mental health on homelessness, with supporters advocating for more comprehensive care while opposing viewpoints cautioned against conflating mental illness with criminal behavior. Another prominent discussion was around Senate Bill 2876, which proposed increasing penalties for rioting, specifically targeting those who conceal their identities. This stirred public outcry as civil rights advocates raised concerns about potential profiling and freedom of expression.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Environmental Regulation May 8th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Environmental Regulation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • So Commissioner Woolley and I ensured the chain of custody of this calf transported to TVDML.
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on the discussion of various environmental legislative bills, notably HB1341, which sets maximum allowable ground level concentrations of hydrogen sulfide, and HB1674 regarding PFAS regulations in biosolids. Representative Reynolds presented HB1341, emphasizing the health risks associated with hydrogen sulfide and the need for clear regulatory standards to protect communities near industrial operations. This received support from health advocates and oversight bodies, highlighting the urgent need for regulations to safeguard public health. Meanwhile, HB1674 faced significant opposition, particularly from environmental organizations which argued that the bill's provisions could disrupt biosolid disposal processes and increase costs significantly. Many testimony segments reflected concerns regarding the adequacy of scientific understanding related to PFAS and its implications for agricultural safety and water quality.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • 18 amends this section to include that the designated signer of consent for treatment for a minor child
  • can include an adult with whom the child normally lives.
  • ="373" data-time="2232"> I mentioned this earlier: the parent, guardian, or an adult with whom the child
  • Your child mattered, existed, and will not...

  • has value, and the loss of any child is an absolute tragedy.
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.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • He never wants a child to die senselessly.
  • She was the angel child, but now she's just an angel.
  • That doesn't mean she was the 27th child found.
  • This is a child who...
  • No child should sleep in a floodplain.
Summary: The meeting focused on discussion around SB1, addressing safety reforms in youth camps in light of a tragic flooding incident that resulted in multiple fatalities. The committee heard testimony from various stakeholders, including family members of the victims, who shared heartfelt stories and the urgent need for reforms to ensure that such a tragedy would not happen again. The testimonies highlighted the importance of establishing better safety measures, including evacuation plans and compliance with new safety regulations. Senator Perry emphasized that the bill aims to create objective standards that protect children attending camps, prompting a strong emotional response from attendees as they reflected on the lives lost during the flash floods.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Education Feb 25th, 2025 at 10:00 am

House Public Education Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Dyslexia screening would determine whether the child suffers from dyslexia.
  • determine that the teacher actually did not hit the child but that the laptop fell and hit the child
  • So if a child hit a teacher and the teacher hit the child back, that wouldn't automatically result in
  • When that child walks out, it gets a $10,000 voucher.
  • Leave with the child?
Summary: The House Committee on Public Education convened a comprehensive meeting focused on critical issues impacting education in Texas. Chairman Buckley emphasized the committee's commitment to providing the largest public education investment in the state’s history while addressing pressing concerns such as funding disparities, teacher retention, and legislative changes impacting the educational landscape. Notably, Commissioner Mike Morath presented an extensive report detailing the current state of public education, highlighting a pressing need for adequate funding aligned with student needs and the challenges posed by deficit budgets in various school districts stemming from overreliance on temporary federal funding sources.

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