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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select Aug 5th, 2025 at 03:08 pm

House Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Certainly, House Bill 1 creates an emergency manager license that will be required for a person to be designated
  • coordinator is not available, meaning either out of town or sick, would the backup coordinator or designated
  • Disaster aid to citizens already damaged by recent floods could be designed to incentivize moving development
  • The flood mitigation strategy is designed specifically for
  • Of designing the bill the way it was designed.
Bills: HB2, HB1, HB18, HB19, HB20
Summary: The meeting focused heavily on disaster preparedness and management strategies in response to recent catastrophic events in Texas, particularly concerning House Bills related to flood response and communication infrastructure. Notably, House Bill 19 was introduced to mandate that campgrounds in flood-prone areas develop actionable flood plans to ensure safety during emergencies. Stakeholders voiced strong support for the bill, emphasizing its importance for child safety in recreational areas. Additionally, House Bill 18 aimed at improving emergency communication systems received considerable attention, as members raised concerns about the need for efficient and interoperable communication during disasters. Similar themes of ensuring preparedness and safeguarding communities were echoed throughout the discussions, with experts and witnesses providing impactful testimony on the challenges confronted during recent flooding incidents in Kerr County.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Energy Resources Mar 31st, 2025 at 02:03 pm

House Energy Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Carbon dioxide happens to be the way God designed the world to function to feed us, to raise our crops
  • I mean, in the 21st century, we have to go from design to construction a lot faster than we're doing
  • We are also in design for the largest project that we've ever done in the city of McAllen.
  • It happens to be a utility project, so we are in design for
Summary: The meeting of the Energy Resources Committee was marked by extensive discussions on several key legislative bills, particularly those concerning carbon capture, geothermal energy, and oilfield theft. Representative Zwiener laid out HB2612, aimed at creating a carbon dioxide sequestration policy council under the Railroad Commission. The bill's supporters emphasized its potential economic benefits while addressing safety concerns raised by witnesses regarding existing underground injection practices. Notably, there was a strong consensus among proponents that addressing these complex issues proactively is essential for Texas to maintain its leadership in the energy sector. The committee also heard testimony on HB1647, focused on combating petroleum product theft, which remains a growing concern within the state. Witnesses highlighted the pressing need for improved coordination among law enforcement and the establishment of a dedicated task force to tackle this issue effectively.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Mar 24th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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  • The bracket is designed to make sure that the affordable housing bills affect the same group, which is
  • because there's a thousand-foot set aside in this bill, as well as the fact that this is primarily designed
  • span marker="1939" data-time="11628">Senate Bill 2116 by Parker and Hagen relates to the critical designation
  • operating or moving an overweight vehicle transporting hazardous materials on a route other than the designated
Summary: The committee meeting featured significant discussions surrounding several Senate Bills, primarily focusing on SSB840, which was passed after debates regarding the housing market and regulatory impacts. Senator Hughes led the conversation, emphasizing the need for increased supply of housing units and argued against governmental restrictions on development. The debate highlighted varying perspectives among members, showing both support and opposition to the bill, which ultimately led to its passage. Additionally, there were discussions around bills addressing health care, public safety, and energy efficiency, reflecting the diverse legislative priorities the committee is currently addressing.
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  • These are weapons designed to outmatch and deter the

  • When he designates someone as having access, they do indeed have access to that information.
Summary: The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee convened to address pressing issues related to research security risks at the Department of Energy, focusing specifically on foreign nationals' access to sensitive information. The meeting highlighted the increasing threats posed by espionage from the Chinese Communist Party, which has sought to infiltrate U.S. national laboratories and exploit American research for military purposes. Discussions included the importance of tightening security protocols to safeguard national interests and maintain technological advantages. Witnesses provided insight into historical contexts and current vulnerabilities, emphasizing that without proper measures, the gaps could jeopardize national security.
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    USAID also funded a group of Ukrainian women-led designers

  • This is not what our government was designed to do.

Summary: The committee meeting addressed government spending and foreign aid, with a particular emphasis on perceived wasteful expenditures. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing a funding resolution for the committee, which received unanimous support from the members present. The chair noted a quorum at the beginning of the meeting, signaling that the committee was ready to conduct its business. Discussions highlighted ongoing debates concerning fiscal responsibility and the necessity of legislative oversight, notably regarding foreign aid allocations and their implications for domestic fiscal health.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence Apr 3rd, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • They resemble children and are designed for sexual stimulation.
  • They are anatomically correct and designed for sexual stimulation.
  • Designed, made, or adapted for use in the commission of
  • The jugging MO, the modus operandi, is designed to avoid higher-level charges. It is premeditated.
  • But what's this offense designed to capture? It is to capture just what you're saying.
Summary: The meeting focused primarily on the discussion surrounding HB1414, presented by Representative Bowers on behalf of Representative Dr. Alma Allen. The bill aims to eliminate the Class B misdemeanor penalty for driving with a suspended license (DWLI) for those with prior convictions, allowing county courts to dedicate resources to more serious offenses and potentially preventing many Texans from facing excessive debt and jail time. Representatives and witnesses provided insights into the bill's implications for individuals unable to afford civil surcharges that lead to license suspensions, highlighting the financial burdens placed on lower-income families.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Apr 9th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Committee

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  • Would it be designated to a certain organization, or would
  • This is designed to promote regulatory consistency across Texas over the regulation.
  • Representative Van Dever seeks to formally designate the
  • House Bill 2914 by Representative Alders designates a portion of US Highway 69.
  • So in a perfect world, yes, we can designate those.
Summary: The meeting of the Committee covered various bills with a notable focus on HB3426, which aims to modernize how Texans access and present their driver's license by introducing a digital option. Testimonies from proponents highlighted the convenience and necessity of making identification more accessible in a digital age, while security and privacy concerns around the potential for data mishandling were also addressed. Additional discussions included HB3033, which proposes a donation mechanism for non-profits supporting Department of Public Safety employees, reinforcing community support for those in service.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Apr 2nd, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • This bill is designed to close a loophole, which I'll explain a little bit more.
  • Same as they have a right to appeal for a pre-filing designation of them as a vexatious litigant.
  • It allows them the right to appeal the designation as a vexatious litigant.
  • It's designed to protect municipalities.
  • It is not designed to protect private...
Summary: The committee meeting encompassed a wide range of discussions focusing heavily on various bills aimed at enhancing community safety and legal procedures. Notably, House Bill 2176 was introduced by Chairman Harless as a cleanup bill that seeks to improve courtroom safety. This drew significant attention as witnesses, including Holly Williamson from the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association, testified regarding the alarming increase in security incidents reported in Texas courts, emphasizing the need for reinforced court security measures. The concerns raised about the safety of judges, court personnel, and the public during court proceedings highlighted the gravity of the situation and the necessity for legislative action.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Ways & Means Apr 21st, 2025 at 01:04 pm

House Ways & Means Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • A few sessions ago, the legislature took a great step by allowing property owners to designate where
  • Well, certainly, you know, this design for the bill

  • Yes, that's what it's designed for.
  • The funding to execute the design and construction is essential.
  • We make high-quality stainless steel cookware designed and priced for home chefs who love to cook for
Summary: The committee meeting focused heavily on evaluating a series of bills aimed at improving fiscal responsibility and transparency in local government borrowing. A significant discussion centered around HB19, which proposes reforms to debt issuance by local governments. Members expressed concerns that some provisions could hinder local government operations. Some stakeholders acknowledged positive aspects of the proposed reforms but highlighted potential impacts on public safety and ongoing projects due to stricter debt limits. Throughout the meeting, various representatives voiced differing opinions, contributing to a robust dialogue on improving taxpayer protections while ensuring local governments can meet community needs.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 (Part I) Apr 1st, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Each drone would be designed...
  • So, you know, lethal is weapons designed to cause loss of life.
  • Less lethal is effects designed to...
  • It was a design year, then an implementation year, and then an impact year.
  • to follow those designations.
Summary: The meeting focused on key legislative measures aimed at enhancing school safety and student communication technology. Senator Nichols discussed SB1262, emphasizing its role as a follow-up cleanup bill on previous measures that improved public school safety through House Bill 3. The committee adopted a committee substitute which includes provisions for the Texas Education Agency to commission peace officers for school safety purposes, thereby enabling better collaboration with local law enforcement in case of emergencies. The discussions were enriched by testimony from resource witnesses, including security professionals from the Texas School Safety Center.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Delivery of Government Efficiency Apr 2nd, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We have a limited scope targeted and designed to enhance both security and competitiveness.
  • However, these requirements are obsolete and no longer compatible with today's vehicle design standards
  • Just to reference the committee substitute, why did it change from allowing a designated agency from
  • So let's just designate TEA as being in charge; they have the capability, the skills, and they're one
  • They have really cool designs.
Summary: The meeting centered around the discussion of House Bill 3700, presented by Representative Vaux, which seeks to amend the Texas Labor Code to enhance the regulatory authority for the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). Representative Vaux highlighted the need for clear statutory authority to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in all TWC programs, engaging members with an emphasis on the implications of the changes proposed. Public testimony was also invited, allowing various stakeholders to express their views on the bill.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services (Part I) Mar 26th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Central Registry is a federal requirement, as it was originally designed.
  • funds and loans to qualifying entities to design, procure
  • span marker="1324" data-time="7938"> ...that when a parent voluntarily surrenders their child to a designated
  • health of the enrollee on at least an annual basis, without regard to the sex or gender identity designation
  • This is important because insurance companies are taking advantage of the designation on medical records
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to discuss various pieces of legislation, addressing critical issues affecting healthcare and social services in Texas. Notable discussions included Senate Bill 481, which mandates backup power provisions for nursing homes and assisted living facilities to ensure the safety of vulnerable residents during outages, and Senate Bill 596, aimed at improving reporting requirements related to child welfare, enhancing the oversight of removals and placements. The committee also reviewed several other bills aimed at supporting healthcare access and enhancing protections for children under various circumstances.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 26th, 2025 at 09:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • marker="955" data-time="5724"> Then we're not allowing our Constitution to operate the way it was designed
  • Then we're not allowing our Constitution to operate the way it was designed.
  • We must remember that our Constitution was designed to limit the power of government and protect the
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    By implementing a system where each case has a designated

  • or it might make us look bad, then we're not allowing our Constitution to operate the way it was designed
Summary: The meeting featured a address by Chief Justice Jimmy Blacklock, who emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the legal system and ensuring fair access to justice for all Texans. He addressed the challenges facing the judiciary, notably the need for increased funding for district judges, which has not seen a raise since 2013. The Chief Justice highlighted how inadequate compensation has affected the ability to attract and retain qualified judges. He urged the legislature to consider a substantial increase in judicial salaries as a matter of public interest and necessary for the state's judicial system.
TX
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  • This rate that they gave us in 2000 was designed to pump up the reserve and then take that reserve money
  • They were designed by Dr. Merlin Tuttle of Bat Conservation. The idea is to keep...
  • data-time="3816"> bats, and we should make sure that these areas do not allow bat entry due to incomplete design
  • water production zones as designated by the Texas Water
  • The Development Board has completed 16 studies, with an additional 3 studies underway, and has designated
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee was notably focused on critical infrastructure bills, particularly dealing with water resource management in Texas. Discussions centered around SB1169, which proposes a regional collaboration model to enhance water accessibility, particularly for small, rural communities facing significant water shortages. Advocates from various sectors provided testimony highlighting the urgency of addressing water supply issues exacerbated by population growth and climate challenges. Senator Hinojosa and other committee members expressed strong support for this initiative, emphasizing the need for expanded solutions and proactive legislation to secure Texas's water future.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Apr 16th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • As Starlab and other CLD participants are designing and building a commercial space station that will
  • shall designate that it be assigned to the 15th Court unless
  • duplicative of information that's already out there and that it accomplishes the goal that the bill is designed
  • "6210">Right, that provision was part of, I think it was Senate Bill 6 four years ago, which was designed
  • offices have obtained grants or other funding to put data dashboards up on their websites that are designed
Summary: The meeting of the committee centered on several bills related to liability, fraud, and public safety. Representative Slauson's HB1088 concerning healthcare liability claims related to gender modifications was revisited, with discussions highlighting the implications of amendments and a contentious vote that resulted in a 7-4 decision to report it to the full House. Notably, HB4101, led by Vice Chair Hayes, introduced a committee substitute that raised the limited liability from $50,000 to $250,000 for funeral service providers in cases of mental anguish, which passed after brief deliberations. Additionally, the committee discussed HB4281 targeting fraudulent crowdfunding campaigns, aiming to provide victims legal recourse, which sparked an emotional response due to real-life implications presented by witnesses.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Jurisprudence (Part I) May 21st, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

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  • The other part is our computer system that we've designed, which is supposed to be implemented next month
  • next month was only designed based upon the interest rate
  • We designed our system based upon that, and anything that has to do with...
  • This statute is designed to take away some of that discretion because we have some evidence that that
  • data-time="7056"> The court may order counseling under those sections where they render an order that is designed
Summary: The Committee on State Affairs meeting was predominantly focused on several pivotal bills, including HB3783, HB4213, and HB1916. Notably, the chair initiated discussions on HB3783, which aims to regulate court-ordered counseling practices, particularly targeting what is known as 'reunification therapy.' The bill generated significant attention due to allegations surrounding its misuse, with multiple witnesses providing testimonies both for and against the measure. Concerns were raised about the practices involved, particularly regarding forced separations from custodial parents which many argue could lead to further trauma for children involved in high-conflict situations. The meeting also saw robust discussions regarding HB4213, aimed at revising child support interest rates and improving compliance levels for non-custodial parents, highlighting the financial burdens these families face. Each bill was left pending for further consideration at future meetings, reflecting the complex nature of the topics discussed and the need for deeper examination of possible implications.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Apr 30th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • should be incentivized to pay more for prescription drugs, but that's exactly how the PBMs have designed
  • Many other testimonies that our insurance premiums and the way benefits are designed are a balancing
  • 3600">I also just want to step back and say, OK, the legislature doesn't generally mandate how we design
  • Claims without the accountability safeguards designed to
  • >

    What we're talking about here is a computer software designed

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.
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  • President Trump's designation of cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, his enforcement of security
  • ...at the microprocessor design, assembly, testing, and packaging
  • Right now, most of those are designed in the United States, tested, packaged, and assembled mostly in
  • ...I understand that the designation of the drug cartels
  • data-time="5736"> ...On the installation of scanners that are currently sitting in a warehouse that were designed
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on critical discussions concerning U.S. foreign policy, particularly relationships with Mexico and Japan. Notable attention was given to border security, trade agreements, and implications of drug trafficking. Ambassadorial nominees discussed their strategies to strengthen ties with these nations, emphasizing the importance of cooperation in addressing mutual challenges, particularly concerning security and trade. The committee engaged in extensive dialogue, highlighting the urgency of improving intergovernmental communications to deter drug trafficking and support democratic governance.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Culture, Recreation & Tourism Aug 6th, 2025 at 10:08 am

House Culture, Recreation & Tourism Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • This includes four-wheel drive trucks, boats, special search and rescue boats that are designated for
  • Historic Sites also have designated...
  • I am designated by the governor as the Texas State

  • span> We shut down the classes and move all the kids to their designated
  • Well, every city or county might not have a designated

Summary: The meeting held by the Cultural, Recreation, and Tourism Committee focused primarily on emergency preparedness and responses to natural disasters, notably in the context of the recent floods that occurred in Texas on July 4th. The committee expressed deep sympathy for the affected communities and acknowledged the impressive efforts of first responders during the calamity. Testimonies were provided by representatives from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the Texas Historical Commission, and various youth camps, focusing on the challenges faced during these emergencies and the steps taken to ensure visitor safety and habitat preservation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 21st, 2025 at 10:08 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • legislature, and whereas, pursuant to a gubernatorial proclamation issued on... to consider the subjects designated
  • Speaker, I move to suspend House Rule 8, Section 5D to designate as joint sponsors and co-sponsors for
  • Additionally, SB2 creates an emergency manager's license that will be required for a person to be designated
  • SB2 would allow a six-month grace period for an individual to get licensed after being designated as
  • House Rule 8, Section 5D, to designate as joint sponsors
Bills: HB1, HB2, HB3, HB5, HB20, HB22
Summary: The committee meeting conducted a thorough review of multiple bills aimed at enhancing disaster preparedness and response in Texas. Key discussions focused on HB1, the Resident Youth Camp Emergency Plans, presented by Mr. Darby, which emphasizes creating emergency plans for youth camps following tragic incidents. The bill received broad support and passed mostly unanimously, highlighting a collective commitment to improving safety for vulnerable populations. Another significant piece of legislation, SB2 by Mr. King, aimed at disaster recovery and preparedness, also saw robust discussions, resulting in a passing vote that underscored the necessity of establishing clear emergency management protocols at local levels.

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