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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II) Mar 17th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's been a long day, longer than folks anticipated.
  • I do not anticipate that the TABC would receive many complaints, as most wholesalers have good working
  • data-time="828"> to itself, ensuring that the company cannot use the new permit structure to circumvent taxes
Summary: The Senate Committee on State Affairs conducted a thorough review of multiple bills including SB1349, SB1585, and SB667, with extensive public testimony and discussion. Witness Samantha Fillmore-Vick provided insights on SB667, while the committee emphasized the need for clarity in the legislative process amid a lengthy session. Other bills were also presented, but they remain pending with no final decisions made during this meeting.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Feb 7th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I just wanted to note that you described the runways at Easterwood as being ancient.
  • Issue 3 discusses keeping tax returns.

  • Yes ma'am, noted. Okay. Okay. Senator Perry.
  • These funds would support anticipated costs...
  • Madam Chair, I have taken a lot of notes over these days as we look to make these investments.
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting of the committee was marked by an in-depth discussion on various funding requests and program expansions across agencies. Notably, the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) presented its plans to enhance disaster readiness and response capability, emphasizing an increase in funding to support initiatives under the Keeping Texas Prepared program. The discussion also involved the significance of leveraging federal funds for disaster recovery and the importance of precise tracking of these funds. Key stakeholders, including representatives from various state agencies, were called upon to detail their funding requirements and the anticipated impact of their requests on public safety and community resilience.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 (Part I) Mar 11th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We strongly, let me just go to my notes here.
  • With tax dollars, we want you to eat healthy.
  • I think if you didn't have that provision, that would cure the physical note.
  • Tax with zero markup.
  • ...notes or your staff was. So great.
Bills: SB568, SCR5, SB57, SB1447, SB27, SB24
Summary: The committee meeting centered around special education funding and safety provisions for children with disabilities. Key discussions were led by Senator Bettencourt regarding the transformative potential of SB568, which proposes a transition to an eight-tier service intensity funding model. This model is designed to better accommodate the needs of special education students, ensuring they receive the necessary services tailored to their unique requirements. The bill received strong support from stakeholders and included testimony from educators and advocates highlighting the importance of early intervention and the need for ongoing funding support.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V Feb 25th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V

Transcript Highlights:
  • Section 1715, you'll see there's a note there that says there's
  • This morning from LBB, it's anticipated that this would be
  • I do want to note that I've heard wonderful things

  • an outside contractor with an anticipated end date of October
  • I will note that since the printing of the packet, the agency has increased the amount for exceptional
Summary: The meeting held by the committee featured a series of discussions aimed at addressing key funding requests from various state agencies. Notably, the Texas Public Finance Authority presented updates on their recent issuance of bonds related to House Bill 1520, which was aimed at providing customer rate relief following the winter storm. This was met with appreciation from committee members, highlighting the ongoing need for effective financial management in response to natural disasters. Other discussions included the Texas Veterans Commission's efforts to secure funds for mental health services and enhancements to IT systems, indicative of a broader commitment to improving services for veterans.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Senate Session (Part II) Jul 21st, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • A few other things to note, we have re-established, as I mentioned earlier in the questions, <
  • So I've made a bunch of notes on the things that you've responded to and the things that you've said.
  • Senate, such as border security, tax cuts, international policy, because of my belief that those are
  • there has not been any input allowed or voted successfully on the floor, but I would make one more note
  • in their tents, in that anticipation of a great day.
Summary: The meeting centered around the discussion of congressional redistricting, where the committee established the procedures to ensure a fair and transparent process. Led by Senator King, the session focused on adopting a resolution that authorized a special committee dedicated to congressional redistricting and allowed for regional hearings to gather public input via videoconferencing. Concerns were raised about ensuring adequate notice for public participation, especially from marginalized communities potentially affected by proposed changes. Disagreements emerged regarding the timeline for regional hearings and how to address the implications of the redistricting process on minority districts. Overall, participants acknowledged the complex nature of redistricting and the importance of engaging constituents in the legislative process.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Mar 19th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Um, part of what we anticipate is that if there are users
  • In addition, over the two-decade horizon, we anticipate interest earned on any initial deposit or capitalization
  • The district would not have the authority to impose taxes, charge fees, lease, or exercise eminent domain
  • Now, I will note that while the flood control district does not have jurisdiction over Lake Houston,
Summary: The recent committee meeting addressed various critical bills, focusing primarily on water management and flood control across Texas. Notable discussions included House Bill 1177, which proposes introducing stricter penalties for floodplain violations, aiming to deliver swift accountability for ongoing offenses. Representative Cunningham highlighted the urgency of this issue, emphasizing that current enforcement mechanisms lead to prolonged legal challenges, which can heighten flood risks for vulnerable communities. This bill sparked numerous inquiries from members, showcasing the committee's commitment to improving flood management legislation.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part II) Jan 28th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • Construction is anticipated to begin this March, and once

  • However, DPS anticipates that the number will likely be

  • I wonder if you anticipate you will be called in to

  • I'm wondering if you have felt, or do you anticipate

  • You can guess my first complaint is property taxes. Yep, right.
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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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance May 25th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • proposes a constitutional amendment to dedicate a portion of the revenue derived from state sales and use tax
  • into that 10 or 12 year range and you're looking at projects that will extend beyond that, I fully anticipate
Summary: The Senate Committee on Finance convened to discuss several key bills focused on public finance and water resources. Senator Perry presented House Bill 3000, which proposes a $90 million grant program aimed at providing financial assistance to qualified ambulance service providers in rural counties. The bill received strong support, being reported favorably to the full Senate without any opposition. Concurrently, the committee adopted a substitute for HGR 7, which seeks to amend the state constitution for revenue allocation to the Texas Water Fund, extending the dedication period from 16 to 20 years. This change was met with discussions on revenue splits and interim allocations, pivotal for funding future projects related to water infrastructure in Texas.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Apr 2nd, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • to the Texas Department of Insurance, thus paying themselves, you know, taxes and maintenance taxes.
  • TWA and the Texas Fair Plan pay these taxes.
  • By 2030, they're anticipating that fiscal note to be $19 million.
  • They just won't be charged the 1.6% tax.
  • One position of note was somebody that...
Summary: The committee meeting addressed several key bills, with significant discussions surrounding HB778, which focuses on insurance coverage for individuals undergoing gender transition and those wishing to detransition. During the presentations, the bill's author, Chairman Leach, emphasized the importance of ensuring coverage for potential adverse effects from gender transition procedures. However, concerns were raised by various witnesses regarding the potential implications of limiting coverage for transgender care, leading to heated debates and a range of testimonies from both supporters and opponents of the bill. HB2517 and HB2213 also received attention, with discussions centered on insurance premiums and board eligibility for the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, respectively.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Article II Feb 25th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Appropriations - S/C on Article II

Transcript Highlights:
  • We anticipate there will be a joint status hearing, and then on July 2nd, the end of this day, will happen
  • We anticipate on.
  • We anticipate moving forward, depending on if something else happens.
  • the administrative costs, the payroll costs, the taxes,
  • add the base wage and the payroll taxes and the service
Summary: The meeting of the House Appropriations Subcommittee focused on the budget and operational needs of the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), with a particular emphasis on addressing the significant issue of SNAP benefit theft. Key discussions included the challenges faced by the agency in combating fraud, the need for increased support for state peace officers, and the implications of rising health concerns such as congenital syphilis, which has seen an alarming increase in Texas. Representatives expressed their concerns about handling these issues effectively and discussed the importance of resource allocation to prevent further fraud and provide adequate care to Texans in need.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Energy Resources Mar 24th, 2025 at 11:00 am

House Energy Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • that's not reflected on the fiscal note?
  • I don't anticipate any costs; there was no fiscal note

  • We received this fiscal note, which is in excess of that.
  • You noted, if you want to rest, what time period was that?
  • And that's where I was going because I noted that...
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on the discussion and advancement of several key bills, notably HB1285, HB2890, HB1971, and HB1169. Chairman Darby opened the session by presenting HB2890, addressing the economic impact of liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, particularly in light of recent federal pauses on LNG projects which have affected Texas significantly. The committee heard testimonies regarding the necessity of increasing communication between Gulf states to protect the industry, illustrating the importance of unified action against federal regulations that may harm Texas's LNG sector.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Delivery of Government Efficiency Mar 5th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Of note, when we deregulate things, it typically costs.
  • Because the court did, and you put here in the notes...
  • And we anticipate a significant return on this initial investment.
  • That are some of the things that had no fiscal note.
  • I went back and looked at the fiscal note; the fiscal note was about a million dollars a year.
Summary: The meeting of the House Committee on Delivery of Government Efficiency marked the beginning of a new era focused on holding government agencies accountable and eliminating inefficiencies. Chairman Capriglione emphasized the committee's role in modernizing state government, implementing rigorous oversight, and ensuring that taxpayer dollars are used effectively. The committee plans to address waste, mismanagement, and corruption, aiming for an ambitious agenda over the next 22 months. Discussions included the establishment of public hearings to foster transparency and the development of legislative proposals to drive reform. Several state agencies provided insights into their operations, with a particular focus on how they can better serve the public through increased efficiency and enhanced cybersecurity measures.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Finance Aug 12th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We only collect property tax in my department, no sales tax.
  • Because of the way we operate, we don't receive sales tax; we only get property tax.
  • 1530"> The immediate needs of the community and try to make a difference in what we can do now to anticipate
Bills: SB3
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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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Apr 7th, 2025 at 03:30 pm

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • What do you anticipate?
  • It is important to note that this could end in tragedy, though, and would forever impact our children
  • I would point out that we have a positive fiscal note on this, which is great.
  • Is that something you anticipate? Yeah, I think that's accurate.
  • We have a location in Illinois, but we have been very interested in thinking about taxes.
Summary: The meeting of the public health committee focused on the pressing issue of opioid addiction in Texas, with a particular emphasis on House Bill 3717. Chairman Harris detailed the bill's intent to fund a grant program for Ibogaine clinical trials, framing it as a critical response to the ongoing opioid crisis. He shared poignant testimonies highlighting the struggles of families and veterans battling addiction and mental health issues. The conversation underscored the necessity of innovative treatments, like Ibogaine, which showed promising results in studies for reducing symptoms of withdrawal and PTSD.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence Mar 18th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Like, that would be noted to the...
  • Yes, and I'm making a note of that because...
  • I just noted that as Representative...
  • I've taken note to...
  • I'll also note that if we're talking about that bucket of cases...
Summary: The committee meeting centered around a range of bills, with significant focus on public safety and welfare issues. Discussions highlighted the implications of HB166, which aims to enhance protections for vulnerable populations against the dangers of fentanyl exposure. Witness testimonies were presented both in support and opposition to the legislation. Representative Capriglione underscored the urgency of addressing this growing concern, as fentanyl's potency poses a lethal risk, particularly to children, elderly individuals, and disabled individuals. The session included a robust debate on how best to enforce these legal protections while balancing concerns about enforcement complexities.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • Again, I hope everybody that is sitting along the walls here today takes special note, because all of
  • It takes knowledge and experience to translate and anticipate the issues that inevitably arise among
  • I would note just generally.
  • As I noted a few moments ago, I read yesterday, and

  • Now, on that note, how can we encourage more of the kind
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several nominees within key financial institutions, including discussions surrounding the SEC, the Federal Transit Administration, and the Comptroller of the Currency. Notable dialogue included concerns over regulatory balance, with various members emphasizing a need to streamline regulations to foster innovation while ensuring accountability and safety for investors. The importance of the proposed 'Empowering Main Street in America Act' was highlighted as a means to facilitate access to capital for small businesses, underlining the current administration's approach towards financial regulations.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Mar 12th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Well, as someone who's anticipating that surgery, hopefully this summer, I'm glad to hear about that,
  • It's absolutely offensive and ridiculous to see a $3.1 million dollar fiscal note to see fewer people
  • A fiscal note of over three million dollars?
  • What I mentioned was I had filed a bill in a previous session that did not have a fiscal note, and I
  • There is a general problem with fiscal notes.
Summary: The committee convened to discuss several major legislative bills, focusing particularly on enhancing law enforcement's ability to respond to missing children and addressing increasing border security concerns. One significant bill discussed was HB908, which mandates that law enforcement agencies report missing children to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children within a strict time frame. Testimonies primarily supported the urgency and need for swift action regarding missing children, with members underscoring the imperative to streamline procedures to ensure every case is handled urgently. Additionally, discussions on HB674 centered around adjusting the penalty structure for criminal trespass incidents related to avoiding law enforcement checkpoints, seen as a crucial measure to deter illegal crossings and enhance border security.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Apr 9th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • along will initiate a prior authorization request even before the physician is finished with their note
  • anticipated loss experience.
  • I anticipate that most of us will welcome and receive this cancellation after a very discreet vote on
  • data-time="7830"> Business: HB2517, by Barry, relating to the applicability of premium and maintenance taxes
Summary: The meeting of the committee included discussions concerning various bills primarily related to insurance policies, their regulations, and procedures. Notably, HB3812 was introduced to further streamline the prior authorization process in healthcare, enhancing the ease for practitioners to receive approvals for common procedures. The committee also deliberated over HB2213, which focused on the restructuring of the board of directors for the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, and there was broad consensus to move it forward. Several other bills, such as HB2518, addressing installment premium payment plans for windstorm insurance, were also discussed and moved to be reported favorably without amendments.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) Mar 13th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • registration with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and the payment of a $200 tax
  • This is in preparation for what we anticipate coming

  • ...without a tax stamp as long as it's made in Texas, it stays
  • But all 50 states and territories ban SBRs unless you have a tax stamp.
  • But there are only, even with a tax stamp, nine states that
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on discussions surrounding Senate Bills 1505 and 1596. The session began with an overview of SB1505, related to the Compassionate Use Program, which was moved favorably to the full Senate following extensive testimony. This bill garnered a positive reception among committee members, showcasing a unanimous vote for its advancement. Notably, public testimony highlighted various perspectives on the effectiveness and necessity of the Compassionate Use Program, contributing significantly to the discussions later in the meeting.

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