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  • Falkender some credit.
  • Oz would be in charge of these programs.
  • The question is, will you oppose cuts to this program?
  • You want people to have confidence in the program.
  • of largest health programs in the United States of America.
Summary: The committee convened to discuss critical issues surrounding the nomination of Michael Falkender for the position of Deputy Secretary of the Treasury. This meeting included a series of remarks from committee members who expressed divergent views on Falkender's qualifications and the implications of his appointment. Senator Wyden voiced strong opposition, arguing that Falkender represents harmful policies expected to be perpetuated under the current administration, especially concerning taxpayer privacy and IRS tactics. Meanwhile, other members defended Falkender, noting his extensive experience, including a commitment to transparency in government operations if confirmed.
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Trade, Workforce & Economic Development May 7th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

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  • The Workforce Development Grant Program.
  • They have to go to that program.
  • programs are directly tied to work for them.
  • These bridge programs acknowledge that people's journeys start from different points.
  • She deserves support now, not only once she has reached a credit-bearing class.
Summary: The Committee on Trade, Workforce and Economic Development convened to discuss a range of bills addressing workforce policies, business practices, and data privacy issues. A highlight was the presentation of HB5146, aimed at expanding subsidized childcare eligibility to include parents pursuing non-credit workforce training, which drew significant support from both committee members and witnesses. Additionally, SB2121 was introduced to rectify clerical errors within the data broker law, ensuring better consumer protections around the collection and use of personal data. Various other bills saw quick passages with unanimous support, reflecting broad agreement among members regarding workforce development and operational efficiency.
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89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 26th, 2025 at 10:08 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • One is establishing a grant program, is that correct?
  • grant program. Is that my understanding?
  • in place and to develop what that program looks like, so I would say the answer is yes.
  • water and wastewater impact fee credit.
  • Government programs, once launched, never disappear.
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.
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S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband Mar 31st, 2025 at 10:03 am

House S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband

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  • attaching, and then all of a sudden we find out one day they didn't come talk to us, they didn't do my credit
  • I have dual service with Encore Electric. They can choose between me and them.
Bills: HB3445, HB3448
Summary: The meeting of the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Broadband centered around significant issues regarding broadband deployment in rural Texas. Notably, discussion focused on HB3448, which aims to address barriers related to pole attachment rates charged by electric cooperatives, which have historically operated under different regulatory standards compared to other utilities. Chairman Darby emphasized the need for consistency and transparency in pricing to accelerate broadband deployment, especially given the state’s substantial investments in infrastructure. Several stakeholders, including representatives from electric cooperatives and broadband providers, expressed varied opinions on the proposed bill, with some highlighting concerns about the existing disparities in pole attachment costs and others advocating for cooperative protections against undue financial burdens from legislative changes.
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Education K-16 Apr 29th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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  • requirement in economics with a half credit in personal financial literacy.
  • In addition to that, there are lower credit card debt, higher credit scores, better savings rates, less
  • And then our after-school program.
  • They weren't aware of a non-public program. And so.
  • So you're changing the way they can manage the program.
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.
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Energy Resources Apr 14th, 2025 at 11:04 am

House Energy Resources Committee

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  • So you're also asking for a credit of 20%?

  • That tax credit, is that a federal tax credit on capital expenditures, or is that a state tax credit?
  • I think that that's a state tax credit the way the

  • Just all the exemptions from sales tax, capital taxes, tax credits, and franchise taxes.
  • Because it's a new $100 million program, right?
Summary: The meeting focused on a series of bills primarily related to oil and gas infrastructure, safety, regulatory issues, and the burgeoning hydrogen industry in Texas. Several bills were discussed and voted on, including HB3911 concerning voluntary plugging of orphan wells, HB3021 related to oil and gas emergencies, and HB5600 aimed at establishing Texas as a leader in the clean hydrogen market. The Chair and members debated the provisions of these bills, considering environmental implications and economic impacts, particularly in light of recent natural disasters like the winter storm Uri.
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Education K-16 (Part II) Apr 15th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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  • Specifically, Senate Bill 1635 aims to provide a credit

  • amount of their premiums, the excess funds would still be remitted to the state through the recapture program
  • 90">If a school district's premiums are more than their recapture payment, they would only receive credit
  • get credit on those higher premiums that you would pay for
  • By allowing a credit against recapture, these bills would help.
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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Business and Commerce (Part II) May 1st, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

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  • HB 149 creates the AI sandbox program, allowing companies

  • of the Texas Credit Union Association.
  • At the time, I worked for a company that sold a hybrid loan with a lower payment option through credit
  • The Credit Union mission is people helping people, and helping members make these large purchases is
  • Often, credit unions are willing to take a risk on a consumer at a lower rate when others won't because
Summary: The committee meeting focused heavily on the discussion surrounding HB149, an act aimed at establishing a comprehensive framework for the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) in Texas. The bill seeks to ensure that AI technologies are developed and deployed in a manner that is both innovative and responsible, addressing potential harms while protecting individual rights and privacy. Chairman Schwartner led the conversations, emphasizing the importance of balancing regulatory measures with the need for technological advancement. Several stakeholders, including legal experts and industry representatives, provided testimony in support of the bill, praising its potential to position Texas as a leader in AI governance. Public testimony reflected a mixture of support and caution, with some witnesses advocating for greater accountability and regulatory oversight to mitigate risks associated with AI systems.
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  • That means people are going to need these programs, like the SNAP program.
  • As this committee looks at federal child nutrition programs, we should ensure that changes to the programs
  • those programs is essential.
  • I am seeing success stories with farm-to-school programming through the Patrick Leahy program with the
  • as a commodity credit.
Bills: SB222
Summary: This meeting of the committee focused primarily on the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, S222, which aims to permit schools to offer a fuller range of milk options, including whole, reduced, and low-fat varieties, that have garnered bipartisan support. Chairman Bozeman opened the session by highlighting concerns over children's nutrition and the obesity epidemic, emphasizing the significance of nutritious school meals in addressing these issues. Experts from various organizations were invited to discuss the implications of this bill as well as the current challenges facing school meal programs, including budget constraints and food supply issues. The meeting included passionate testimonies about the direct impacts of current dietary guidelines and federal funding reductions affecting schools' abilities to provide healthy meal options.
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89th Legislative Session Mar 5th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • Members, today we recognize Spiral, the spring brand program for improved reasoning and accelerating
  • This program gives them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, and
  • Pasadena is a community leadership program within Pasadena.
  • HB 752 by Gervin-Hawkins relating to a grant program

  • and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit service organizations, increasing a criminal
Summary: The committee meeting began with a moment of silence dedicated to the memory of the late Congressman Sylvester Turner, acknowledged by multiple members who spoke eloquently about his legacy and contributions to the community. This emotional tribute was followed by a series of announcements, including recognizing distinguished guests and discussing significant upcoming dates such as Alamo Day. The atmosphere of the meeting reflected a blend of mourning and celebration of service, as members recounted personal anecdotes and expressing gratitude for Turner's guiding influence in their political paths.
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Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Mar 31st, 2025 at 10:03 am

House Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Committee

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  • voluntarily exited the TRS ActiveCare program.
  • My office has worked directly with... to create a program that preserves actuarial stability.
  • As a part of the return, aside from the new fee, re-entering the program must remain enrolled through
  • , driving the cost up for the program.
  • credit cards.
Summary: The Committee on Pensions, Investments, and Financial Services convened to discuss various legislative bills focused on enhancing financial security for public employees and addressing instances of financial fraud. Notably, House Bill 3594 was presented by Representative Lujan, aimed at modernizing the San Antonio Fire and Police Retiree Health Care Fund, with support from key stakeholders, indicating broad consensus on the bill's implications. In addition, House Bill 3109 was addressed, expanding the scope of the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center to include payment fraud, reflecting Texas's proactive approach to tackling criminal financial activities and protecting its citizens.
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State Affairs Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House State Affairs Committee

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  • Any over-collection must be refunded or credited to customers.
  • Lloyd, what's the effect of a refund on your credit rating?
  • rate than I would if I had a better credit rating.
  • I just, is the comptroller in a position today to implement this program?
  • You may or may not end up with this program.
Summary: This meeting of the State Affairs Committee primarily focused on discussing several important bills, including HB1846, which aims to establish an Electric Truck Advisory Council for developing a statewide electric vehicle infrastructure plan. Representative Wally detailed the need for this council to facilitate the growing medium and heavy-duty electric vehicle market, emphasizing collaboration with state agencies and the private sector. The discussions included an in-depth analysis of proposed amendments and the fiscal implications of the bill. Witnesses provided testimony both supporting and opposing the bill, highlighting various perspectives on infrastructure development and economic impact.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part II) Jan 28th, 2025

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  • There are other vocational programs that Windham is doing and educational programs.
  • This program is a grant-funded program at this point.
  • This program is a grant-funded program at this point.
  • at this point, and we would like to move that program into a permanent funded program.
  • The STAR program addresses...
Summary: The meeting of the committee centered around discussions on the budgets for the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. Significant recommendations included a proposed budget of $3.7 billion for the Department of Public Safety, which reflects a decrease of $199.6 million from the previous cycle. Key topics included customer service enhancements and the increase of staff to improve operations and reduce wait times. Additionally, the Juvenile Justice Department's funding was discussed, including adjustments related to staff salary increases and facility needs.
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Veteran Affairs Apr 1st, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

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  • , as personal credit is used until business credit can be established.
  • ...service-disabled veterans to the Texas HUB Program.
  • I'm here today to present some history and context about Texas HUB programs.
  • There's a distinct difference, though, between federal and state programs around the country.
  • We've found, in our pursuit of documentation to support our interests and the Texas HUB program, that
Bills: SB390, SB1197, SB1271
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Veteran Affairs addressed several significant bills aimed at supporting veterans and their businesses. Among the bills discussed was SB390, which seeks to expand the definition of historically underutilized businesses to include all veteran-owned businesses, regardless of disability status. This change aims to create a more equitable economic landscape for veterans and to foster their participation in state procurement opportunities. The committee heard strong testimony supporting this initiative, emphasizing the importance of providing veterans with fair chances in business development.
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Insurance Apr 2nd, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Insurance Committee

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  • So because they're a government-subsidized program, if you will?
  • There are fortification programs against hail.
  • And so there are programs for this.
  • Due largely to this program. So the program does work.
  • We think it's a good program.
Summary: The meeting of the House Committee on Insurance revolved around discussions primarily focused on the intricacies of multiple proposed bills aimed at reforming insurance regulations, particularly in the context of windstorm insurance. Chairman Hunter introduced HB3689, which seeks to create a more equitable funding system for the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association by eliminating costly debt financing options. Multiple testimonies from representatives of the insurance industry highlighted collaboration efforts that have resulted in more affordable coverage options for residents in coastal regions. Key stakeholders, including insurance experts and affected constituents, expressed overwhelming support for the proposed changes, emphasizing the urgent need for reform to combat the rising costs that have burdened homeowners over the years. Additionally, discussions around HB1576 focused on incentivizing homeowners to improve the resilience of their properties against weather-related damage through a proposed grant program administered by the Department of Insurance. This proposal was deemed a significant step toward stabilizing insurance costs and encouraging safer construction practices.
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Senate Session Mar 6th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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  • Texas Foundational Regional Program, being only one of two
  • They’re backstopped by the full faith and credit of that sovereign.
  • I would argue that the full faith and credit of all

  • I know you'd like to say it's the full faith and credit of the United States.
  • Full faith and credit, Senator. Full faith.

Summary: The meeting focused on several significant bills, including SB703, which addresses the criminal and licensing implications for various massage establishments and was aimed at aligning state laws with federal regulations by closing existing loopholes. Senator Zaffirini played a vital role in facilitating discussions on multiple bills, including SB21, which proposes the establishment of the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, emphasizing the need for Texas to explore forward-thinking financial strategies amidst federal monetary inflation concerns. Additionally, SB790, aimed at streamlining the resolution process for tenant-landlord disputes regarding water and wastewater billing, was also presented, drawing attention to due process concerns but ultimately supported for its efficiency improvements.
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Natural Resources (Part I) May 14th, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

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  • The longer the regulatory lag, the greater the negative impact on the utility's credit rating, affecting
  • I can borrow money, but just like all of us personally, I have a credit rating.
  • That credit rating directly affects the interest rate that I pay a bank or...
  • , so credit positive legislation helps to reset that and gives me the chance to have a better credit
  • Again, that credit positive, to me, means...
Summary: The meeting included a robust discussion on several bills aimed at addressing regulatory issues in the state. Key among these was House Bill 4384, presented by Representative Darby, which focuses on alleviating financial burdens caused by regulatory lag for natural gas utilities. The bill seeks to allow temporary deferral of costs related to new infrastructure, and public testimonies highlighted a significant division in opinion, with some stakeholders arguing it would increase costs for consumers without adequate oversight. The committee members engaged actively with the testimonies, indicating a comprehensive review of the implications of the bill. House Bill 2663 was also introduced, aimed at preventing wildfires through better oversight of outdated electrical infrastructure at inactive oil and gas well sites, emphasizing the need for removed or de-energized equipment to avoid future incidents. Additionally, several other bills like HB1237 and HB3071 were discussed, with the latter addressing the cancellation of inactive landfill permits to reflect current land use and community development. The overall tone of the meeting was collaborative, with members expressing gratitude for professionalism despite some disagreements on policy details. The meeting concluded with several bills left pending for further discussion before moving to votes in subsequent sessions.
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89th Legislative Session Mar 4th, 2025 at 02:00 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • His success is a testament to the strength and quality of TSU's academic programs.
  • We have programs like A Brother's Keeper, Hope for People, and Go To High School, Go To College.
  • ...master's program in Texas.
  • and insurance premium tax credit for the growth of that program, including the award of attorney fees
  • for certain developments financed through the private activity bond program.
Summary: The committee meeting predominantly focused on a multitude of bills concerning various legislative amendments. Key discussions included the pros and cons of constitutional amendments, such as one by Schofield proposing year-round daylight savings time, and issues around taxation reforms highlighted by various members. The committee engaged in vibrant discussions, inviting public testimonies from both supporters and opponents of several bills, emphasizing the importance of community input in legislative processes. Notably, there were extensive debates on HB720, which pertains to the Ketamine Treatment Grant Program for veterans and first responders, underscoring the significance of mental health legislation. Members expressed their concerns about implementing the program effectively while ensuring adequate funding and oversight.
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89th Legislative Session Mar 31st, 2025 at 04:03 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • span marker="247" data-time="1476"> HB 4190 by Schatzlein relating to the annual audit of attendance credit
  • purchased by school districts and refunding the attendance credit used for a prohibited purpose, referred
  • 1710">HB 4220 by Turner relating to the creation of a committee to review education and training programs
  • HB 4225 by DeRazio relating to military toll discount programs

  • HB 4249 by Reynolds, relating to the establishment of a grant program
Summary: The committee meeting primarily addressed various proposed bills concerning public safety, education, and taxation. Notably, HB4250 was discussed, relating to emergency power sources for nursing facilities. During the session, several amendments were proposed, leading to an in-depth discussion on the adequacy of the current infrastructure to support emergency generators, especially in light of recent events. The committee members also engaged in conversations regarding H.J.R. 172, a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at tax exemptions for residential properties, which sparked considerable debate about its fiscal implications.
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89th Legislative Session Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • HB 3727 by Patterson concerns the grant program for

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    HB 3731 by Martinez addresses the creation of the program

  • HB 3830 by Curry relates to the franchise tax credit

  • HB 3849 by Kinala relates to program categories and

  • the unified transportation program for the Subcommittee on Transportation Funding.
Summary: The committee meeting highlighted a series of bills focused on various legislative concerns, including healthcare, education, and regulatory measures. The discussion was notably lively, with several members expressing strong support for initiatives aimed at enhancing workforce development in the healthcare sector. Specific bills such as HB3801 and HB3803 were examined, with members detailing the benefits of establishing dedicated councils to improve local health resonating throughout the meeting. Additionally, the incorporation of advanced technologies in the education system was a focal point, particularly in relation to HB3828 regarding the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute.

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