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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Apr 30th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • "124" data-time="738"> This is a bill, Senate Bill 896, that would extend the amount of time that parents
  • Complications and pregnancies, we believe that the parents
  • I see where parents miss getting their kids out of that.
  • Texas has made great strides in accessible birth control options.
  • IUDs, as you have heard, are a method of birth control that is placed inside the uterus.
Summary: The meeting of the House Committee on Insurance focused on several significant bills, including HB854, which aims to reform insurance payment structures to improve accessibility for homeowners needing urgent repairs. Representative Garcia-Hernandez strongly advocated for this bill, highlighting the struggles faced by constituents unable to cover upfront repair costs. Additionally, HB4092 was discussed, which seeks to clarify regulations surrounding pre-suit notices in insurance claims, emphasizing the importance of protecting policyholders' rights. The meeting included various testimonies, with both supporters and opponents voicing their concerns about how these bills could impact consumers and the insurance industry.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation (Part I) Apr 9th, 2025

Senate Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Now, did the parent take responsibility for the child? Because now...
  • We're not going to have any control or influence over that
  • The responsibility for Sadie's injuries falls largely on the parent company of the driver, as it knew
  • Parents aren't supposed to bury a child.
  • He had the cruise control on.
Summary: During the committee meeting, significant discussions revolved around three main bills: SB39, HB19, and SB2246. Senator Bettencourt laid out SB39, aimed at revising the admission rule related to commercial vehicle collision cases. The intention behind this bill is to standardize trial procedures by limiting the evidence admissible in the first phase, ensuring that unnecessary complexity does not cloud the issue of fault. Various stakeholders, including trial lawyers and business representatives, provided insights into the impact of these changes, highlighting concerns over insurance costs and practical implications on litigations. Public testimony reflected a mix of support and opposition, showcasing the contentious nature of the bill's modifications. Additionally, the committee addressed SB2246 regarding salvage auto dealers and the process of obtaining titles for vehicles that will not return to the road, which was met with relatively little challenge as stakeholders recognized the necessity for clarity and efficiency in this process. The meeting concluded with promises from members to continue discussions on these important legislative measures, indicating an ongoing commitment to addressing the complex issues at hand.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II) Mar 24th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • You're supposed to, after you finish voting, reconnect it to the controller.
  • and so the votes had to be retrieved from the memory card inside the slate itself, not from the controller
  • training to teachers that instructed them to keep the gender identity of students a secret from their parents
  • I'm a parent to five children between the ages of 25 and 5 years old, all of whom have attended Texas
  • Harassing and being a hateful person against somebody else merely for something they have no control
Summary: During this meeting of the Senate Committee on State Affairs, significant discussions revolved around Senate Bill 618, which seeks to establish civil penalties for election officials who fail to adhere to the Texas election laws. Proponents, including Dr. Laura Pesce from True Texas Elections, passionately advocated for the bill, emphasizing the need for accountability and integrity in the electoral process. The committee heard testimonies underscoring the importance of consistent application of election laws and the necessity to deter violations that undermine public trust in the elections. Many witnesses detailed personal experiences with administrative overreach and violations of election law that directly affect voters and candidates alike. In addition to SB 618, the committee also reviewed Senate Bill 1999. This bill was met with considerable opposition, particularly from advocates arguing that it would promote discrimination against transgender students and exacerbate bullying within schools. Testimonies portrayed stark contrasts between supporters who claimed it would uphold religious freedom and critics who argued it would harm vulnerable youth by legitimizing discrimination based on gender identity. Ultimately, the meeting evidenced the varied views on legislative intent and societal implications surrounding these bills.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Apr 14th, 2025 at 02:04 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • help save our youth, particularly at-risk youth that come from backgrounds where they may not have a parent
  • Does Texas have any control over the settlement of the lawsuit
  • You will destroy families, parent-child relationships, and you will create problems for folks.
  • A parent system like the NIL provides.
  • It's hard for parents to find out what happened to their
Summary: The committee meeting was marked by significant discussions surrounding several House Bills, particularly focusing on topics such as the payment for college athletes and the commemoration of veterans. HB290 was passed with a vote of 115 to 29, while HB300, aimed at updating the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program, garnered unanimous support with 147 votes in favor. A notable moment came during the discussion of HB2143, which proposed to dedicate a segment of a farm-to-market road in honor of Army Specialist Joey Lenz, eliciting heartfelt responses from members as they recognized his sacrifice and service to the country. Overall, the meeting included both procedural motions and passionate debates on the implications of the proposed legislation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services Apr 16th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • So we are faced with the choice: to regulate and get control of it or do we just get rid of it?
  • Their medical students, nurses are working in a very controlled environment with donated bodies.
  • They have been working closely with us to get this under control.
  • We don't need to control what shouldn't exist. You hear all the stories, the last gentleman there.
  • to control something that should not exist. Thank you.
Summary: The Senate meeting featured extensive discussions on significant legislative proposals, primarily focusing on the ethical treatment and regulation of unclaimed bodies in Texas. The committee addressed concerns raised by Senator Parker regarding the alarming misuse of unclaimed remains, urging the necessity for stricter guidelines and accountability for organizations involved in anatomical donations. Public testimonies illustrated harrowing experiences of families affected by these practices, prompting legislators to consider more robust regulatory measures, including possible criminal penalties for bad actors in the industry. The committee exhibited a unified stance in advocating for enhanced protections that would ensure the dignity of deceased individuals is respected.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Human Services Apr 1st, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We heard previously that relates to the monetary assistance provided by DFPS to certain parents.
  • Now, absolutely, if they call us or they have a case that they're looking at, a parent has been arrested
  • Here's this innocent, really great family, great parents
  • The parents should be. Then we don't want a situation down the road where.
  • This bill gives prosecutors the tools they might need to close an investigation of a parent or other
Summary: The meeting convened with Chair Hull overseeing the discussions, and a quorum was confirmed with all members present. The primary focus was on voting several bills that had been discussed in previous hearings. Notable among them was HB1155, which relates to monetary assistance from the DFPS to certain parents. The committee adopted a substitute for the bill without objection and subsequently moved it forward with recommendations for favorable approval to the full House. Another significant topic was HB136, which aimed to include lactation consultation in Medicaid coverage, which also passed out of committee with a substitute.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health May 12th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • span marker="253" data-time="1512"> Hidden costs and fees bring in millions for equity investors who control
  • ...learning and impulse control in adolescent brains.
  • My heart breaks when I sit with bereaved parents—parents who tried hard to access care for their child
  • As the parent of a child with serious mental illness, I worry so much about my kid.
Summary: The meeting featured vigorous discussions around several significant bills, including SB2024 concerning youth vaping and its potential consequences. Witnesses presented compelling testimonies highlighting the dangers of e-cigarette use among teenagers, emphasizing how marketing tactics cleverly target this demographic. The bill faced no opposition during discussions but was left pending for further review and amendments. Additionally, HB5537 aimed to empower psychologists to prescribe medication, spurred different viewpoints from committee members about mental health measures and prescription regulations. Amidst these discussions, there was a focus on ensuring access to care while maintaining safety and quality standards.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Education Mar 4th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Public Education Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We don't have that same local oversight and control regarding why taxpayers are saying yes or no.
  • I can't control what people do; I've asked, but I can't make them. But the other point is ...
  • We know that millions of students and parents are counting on all of us.
  • The $2,000 allotment for that is particularly driving for a parent to choose to homeschool.
  • As a parent, I would be going into the classroom.
Bills: HB2
Summary: The committee meeting was focused on discussing HB2, a significant piece of legislation aimed at reforming school finance in Texas. During the discussion, members highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by school districts, including the impact of county appraisal districts failing the comptroller's property value study, which has led to budget reductions for many districts. Concerns were raised about ensuring that schools receive their entitlement funding and the need for potential amendments to address unresolved issues permanently. Various members expressed appreciation for the efforts made in HB2 to increase funding for at-risk students and improve overall educational outcomes.
TX
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  • They have specialty pharmacies; together they control over
  • So this control is an inherent conflict of interest.
  • This will ensure that at least one designated climate-controlled area is maintained.
  • Control space. Also, SB 732 is not.
  • I will say that I'm from Missouri City, and my parents are elderly and still live there, although in
Summary: The meeting involved in-depth discussions focused primarily on several significant bills aimed at reforming healthcare, improving consumer protection, and enhancing community-based care. Key highlights included House Bill 1919 and House Bill 1763, which address the roles and regulation of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in Texas. Lawmakers emphasized the need for these bills to create a fairer landscape for independent pharmacies while ensuring patient access to necessary medications. Public testimonies reflected both support for the reforms and concerns regarding their potential implications. Another major topic was Senate Bill 513, which proposes the development of a pilot program for community-based care in rural West Texas, aiming to improve child welfare services in regions facing unique challenges.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 20th, 2025 at 10:08 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I think we ought to have control over it. This is a circuit.
  • But my preference would be that we have some control over our own election.
  • It will determine who gets the clinic and who gets the flood control.
  • You didn't have to have famous parents. All you needed to do was work.
  • substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act, referred to the Committee on State Affairs.
Bills: HB4
Summary: The committee meeting included extensive discussions on various bills, primarily focusing on ad valorem tax regulations and implications for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and disabled. Representative Schofield presented HB4, which revolves around setting limitations on ad valorem taxes for homesteads of disabled, elderly, and their surviving spouses. The bill sparked a thorough debate among committee members, leading to significant public testimony. Additionally, HJR No. 25 proposed by Cook focused on exempting part of the assessed value of property owned by certain disabled veterans from taxation, highlighting a priority for veteran support within the session's agenda. Overall, the meeting was marked by a strong turnout from both committee members and the public, showcasing a high level of engagement on these critical issues.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Transportation Funding Mar 31st, 2025 at 10:03 am

House S/C on Transportation Funding

Transcript Highlights:
  • Any chance that inflation gets under control?
  • ...It begs the question, who is in control and what is going
  • And so we just have to maintain control.
  • We had just gone to see my parents and were trying to head home. It took us a weird way.
  • I'm also a parent, and the reason that I do this work is due to upper respiratory issues affecting my
Summary: The recent committee meeting focused heavily on transportation infrastructure, with significant discussions surrounding multiple bills aimed at addressing funding and operational strategies. Notably, HB263 aimed to update grant distribution from the Transportation Infrastructure Fund to better reflect the needs of rural and energy-producing counties, thereby ensuring equitable support for necessary infrastructure improvements. Public testimonies in favor of the bill highlighted its importance to local communities impacted by oil and gas activities on their roads. Additionally, HJR58 was discussed, proposing to permit the Texas Department of Transportation to allocate funds toward transit-oriented projects, marking a shift toward multi-modal transportation strategies to reduce congestion and foster economic development. However, opposition arose regarding the potential misuse of gasoline taxes for non-road purposes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. Mar 27th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • under their control are stored physically within the United
  • span> Electronic medical records shall now include language that parents
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services met to discuss multiple bills, notably including SB731, SB732, SB1589, SB397, and SB1188. Senator Miles explained amendments to SB732, detailing that the bill now allows existing buildings a five-year compliance period, and emphasized that it is not retroactive. Senator Cook moved the adoption of the community substitute to SB732, which passed without objection. SB1589 was also favorably reported and recommended for a local calendar, while SB397 faced a similar fate with unanimous support from committee members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Apr 2nd, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • "556" data-time="3330"> I have the blessing of having a child with autism, educators, and all the parents
  • And I just want to say I'm grateful to all of the professionals and all the parents who work within this
  • Appraisal values but also say tax rates are out of control, so that's why we're looking to address that
  • Of the rate, since you said that we control that at

  • span> Required reporting of information for the ownership and control
Summary: The committee meeting highlighted significant discussions surrounding several key bills, including HB908, which aims to establish a required reporting protocol for missing children cases. The bill received robust support, with members emphasizing its potential to enhance child safety and streamline law enforcement responses. Another notable piece of legislation discussed was HB1392, which addresses delays in property tax payment due to unforeseen circumstances like natural disasters and other emergencies, ensuring Texans are not penalized for situations beyond their control. The meeting concluded with enthusiastic participation from both committee members and the public, showcasing the community's engagement in the legislative process.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Environmental Regulation May 1st, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Environmental Regulation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • creating an off-site nuisance, failing to register all cremation units, and improperly maintaining control
  • ...could have been affected by even my own parents and the
  • In my own neighborhood, my parents speak Spanish, while my neighbors speak Vietnamese and Urdu.
  • the pollutant we're trying to control from these concrete
  • Fairness, local control, and accountability ensure

Summary: The meeting of the Environmental Regulation Committee delved into various bills concerning environmental safety and regulatory measures. One significant point of discussion was HB1949, introduced by Representative Howard, aimed at amending the Texas Clean Air Act for improving oversight on incineration facilities, such as crematories. Concerns were raised regarding the discharge of pollutants impacting public health, with the bill seeking to install greater accountability measures for these facilities to enhance compliance reporting. The committee also discussed HB1682, which is designed to aid local governments in reclaiming funds from civil penalties associated with environmental disasters, highlighting the persistent challenges faced by communities dealing with contamination and public health risks from industrial activities. This bill aims to ensure recovery funds are properly allocated for environmental remediation rather than reverting to the state’s general fund.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 4th, 2025 at 02:00 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • ...initially embracing him as foster parents.
  • My parents attended Texas Southern.
  • Garza, who's a seventh grade junior high teacher, and the parents that are here who brought the students
  • span>

    HB 707 by Gervin-Hawkins, relating to the use of a parental

  • HJR 65 by Thompson, proposing a constitutional amendment allowing recovery of exemplary damages by parents
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations Feb 19th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Okay, so if there's a certified teacher that a parent

  • Therefore, whoever controls the board of an appraisal district effectively controls the appraisal district
  • There are circumstances where the school districts in the aggregate could actually have a controlling
  • on anything, even if they did have a controlling interest
  • Control over the board or not.
Summary: During this committee meeting, the focus was on discussing critical infrastructure funding, especially related to water supply and flood mitigation projects. Chairwoman Stepney and the Water Development Board presented extensive details regarding the Texas Water Fund, which included $1 billion appropriated to assist various financial programs and tackle pressing water and wastewater issues. Additionally, funding allocations aimed at compromising the state's flood risk and improving water conservation were hotly debated, emphasizing collaboration among committee members and the necessity of addressing community needs in such projects.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health May 12th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • ...and a regulation, because this is out of control.
  • It's like a parent. unless their kids run a house.
  • This bill came about when a group of concerned parents...
  • But TMB controls that right now. ...rule. Correct.
  • Yeah, by TMB rule they control that.
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Public Health was centered around discussions on several significant bills, including HB4175 and SB2721. HB4175 seeks to expand mental health leave policies to cover a wider range of qualified employees, including peace officers and parole officers. The motion for HB4175 was approved with a roll call vote showing a majority in favor. Conversely, SB2721 sparked extensive dialogue concerning the regulation of anatomical donations. Testimonies revealed public concerns over unclaimed bodies and the necessity for informed consent in body donation practices. The bill underwent substantial scrutiny, highlighting the balance between supporting medical education and protecting family rights.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • are full student protections that provide parents under
  • For parents of children with dyslexia, the moms are generally the ones that do the heavy lifting.
  • I did not do that as my parents disagreed.

  • You're a parent in West Texas.
  • It would make it really easy for single parents. Bottom line, our most vulnerable citizens...
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services (Part I) May 21st, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Brown stated, a lot of these cases, most of these cases, have to deal with parents.
  • These parents do not get the letters that are sent out by DFPS.
  • I'm the Communications Director at Parent Guidance Center.
  • So here's an email from the parents' perspective. This is an email I got from them.
  • That have gone out of control that I've seen.
Summary: The committee meeting convened to discuss a variety of bills primarily related to healthcare and early childhood education. Notably, the committee reported favorably on several bills including HB721, HB2035, and HB2038, with all receiving unanimous support of 7-0. Senator Perry played a crucial role in moving the bills forward, advocating for their inclusion on the local and uncontested calendars. Furthermore, there was significant discussion surrounding HB3940, which addresses Medicaid eligibility for newborns, emphasizing the necessity for automatic enrollment to avoid gaps in coverage for infants during critical early stages of development. The meeting was characterized by the committee's cohesive efforts to streamline processes and enhance the efficiency of healthcare services for vulnerable populations.

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