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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce Apr 15th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

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  • that include negative impacts to shipping routes, tourism, recreational and commercial fishing, and water
  • Shipping lanes off the Texas coastal waters are lifelines for our industries and commerce.
  • span> Yes, that's right, because it's mostly done in federal waters
  • I used to do a lot of deep-water sailing.
  • There's not a lot of water—a long shelf out there—so there's not a lot of under-keel clearance for some
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee featured extensive discussions centered around numerous bills, with a particular focus on Senate Bill 1705 concerning virtual currency kiosks. During this discussion, members expressed concerns regarding the potential for fraud and the need for regulation surrounding cryptocurrency exchanges. Testimonies from law enforcement emphasized the increase in fraud cases associated with these kiosks, leading to a consensus on the need for consumer protection measures. The committee favorably reported several other bills with unanimous votes, showcasing a collaborative effort amongst senators to address various legislative concerns effectively.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Delivery of Government Efficiency Apr 16th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee

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  • It's all appraisal review boards and all water districts,
  • Environmental Quality, where we work hard every day to ensure that Texans have clean air to breathe and clean water
  • contamination and the freedom to take our kids fishing and swimming without worrying about whether the water
  • data-time="3996">I don't personally work out in the field anymore, but I know from previous jobs in water
  • Maybe that requires traveling at the last minute in response to a hurricane or traveling to collect a water
Summary: The meeting of the committee addressed several bills focusing on transparency and innovation in Texas governance. A significant portion of the discussions revolved around House Bill 4990, which seeks to establish an open records hotline to better facilitate public access to government information. Witnesses, including local journalists, strongly supported the bill, citing its importance for accountability in government operations. Other bills, such as HB 4751, focusing on technological advancements, were also highlighted as critical to maintaining Texas's competitive edge in the quantum technology industry. Each bill was left pending for further consideration, indicating ongoing negotiations and a collaborative effort among committee members to refine the proposed legislation.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Border Security Feb 27th, 2025

Senate Border Security Committee

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  • changed somewhat from the time we had the catch and release situation, which really overwhelmed our water
  • We have committed to the water, so in many respects

  • I think the Attorney General's office talked about being like water, waiting to see what the Trump administration
Summary: The meeting of the Border Security Committee was marked by intensive discussions surrounding the ongoing initiatives related to Operation Lone Star. Members shared updates on border security measures, underscoring the significant operational changes resulting from shifts in federal policies. General Salter provided extensive insights into the deployment of state resources, highlighting the 5,000 active personnel engaged in various border control operations. The various strategies employed for enhancing surveillance and interdicting drug smuggling were also covered, emphasizing the importance of strong collaboration between state and federal agencies.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Agriculture & Livestock Apr 8th, 2025 at 02:00 pm

House Agriculture & Livestock Committee

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  • stop the cities from mowing a 50-foot setback, and how to stop the cities from not letting them drill water
  • span> A line ran down the side of the street that we supply the water
  • We pay the water bill for the right-of-way easement to maintain it and keep it looking beautified as
Bills: HB2013, HB4163, HB4810
Summary: The meeting of the Agriculture and Livestock Committee mainly centered around discussions regarding three bills: HB4810, HB2013, and HB4163. Notable emphasis was placed on HB4810, which seeks to renew the Trade Agriculture Inspection Grant Program due to its critical role in ensuring the efficient flow of agricultural goods between Texas and Mexico. Testimonies from various stakeholders highlighted the importance of cross-border trade and the economic impact of agricultural imports, which supports thousands of jobs and ensures a reliable food supply. The committee members engaged in thoughtful deliberations about the necessity of maintaining and expanding the program to accommodate rising trade volumes and local agricultural needs.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband Apr 16th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband

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  • I imagine there's just emergencies, such as a water main break or something like that, and a significant
  • imagine would be something driven by development, where you need to change the diameter or the size of a water
  • I think we all know we can't control a broken water line or some sort of weather event, and those are
Summary: The Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Broadband convened to discuss several important bills aimed at improving broadband infrastructure and managing the financial responsibilities associated with utility right-of-way relocation. Notably, Chair Morales advocated for HB3953, focused on assessing broadband availability in multifamily housing, highlighting significant gaps observed during the COVID-19 pandemic where families struggled to access necessary internet services for education. Testimonies were provided by various stakeholders, underlining the critical nature of broadband accessibility for vulnerable populations, including low-income families and students.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Sunset Advisory Commission Jan 15th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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  • marker="33" data-time="960">I understand we have with us this morning the new director of the Texas Water
  • September meeting of the Sunset Commission, we adopted a motion directing staff to review the Texas Water
Bills: SR1, SR2
Summary: The final Sunset Commission meeting of this biennium was marked by a series of votes on modifications and new recommendations affecting multiple agencies, including the Texas Ethics Commission and the Trinity River Authority. Notable discussions included a modification proposed by Senator Middleton, aimed at alleviating concerns regarding the accumulation of late filing penalties, particularly for post-election reports. The modifications addressed public feedback on the need for clearer guidance and support from the Ethics Commission for filers navigating the complexities of compliance. The committee successfully passed all recommended changes without objection.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Finance Aug 15th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

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  • will now have options to provide a percentage back toward builders for creative and innovative new water
  • held the hearing, this is, of course, for early warning flood sirens at the discretion points by the Water
Bills: SB2, SB3, SB5, SB9, SB10, SB14, SB16, SB34, SB18
Summary: The committee meeting covered multiple bills, primarily focusing on flood relief initiatives and education reforms. Senator Bettencourt presented SB3, detailing updates to the state's flood warning system. He expressed that the bill's objective is to enhance early warning systems funded through the governor's office. Public testimony was opened but no individuals expressed their opinion, leading to a smooth progression as the bill was reported favorably to the Senate. Additionally, Senator Perry discussed SB14, which aims to provide impact fee credits to cities to encourage innovative water conservation efforts. This bill mirrored previous legislation passed last session.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Licensing & Administrative Procedures Apr 8th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Licensing & Administrative Procedures Committee

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  • The water is always warm in the Republican, yeah.
  • I mean, there's no better expert on what it takes to correctly engineer a water project.
  • TSPE has thousands of members who design roads, bridges, schools, water, and wastewater systems, and.
  • I understand a structural engineer might be different than a rural water engineer.
  • I'm not trying to throw shade on water; I'm just using the example that Chairman Harris mentioned.
Summary: The meeting was marked by thorough discussions regarding several pivotal bills aimed at addressing safety and regulatory reforms within various sectors. Notably, House Bill 3352 was a focal point, where industry representatives highlighted the urgent need for enhanced driver safety training in work zones due to a rise in fatalities. Supporters argued that including work zone safety in driver education programs could significantly improve awareness and reduce accidents. Additionally, House Bill 2186 drew scrutiny from small business owners who expressed concerns about the regulatory burden it would impose on electricians and the potential impact on employment within the industry. Despite the commitment to improve safety, stakeholders warned of unintended consequences that could affect operational viability for non-signatory firms.
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  • This bill standardizes, digitizes, and maps fishing restrictions in federal waters.
  • Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act is designed to show where fishing is permitted in federal waters
Summary: The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held an important meeting where they discussed various bills aimed at addressing pressing issues like consumer protection, technology, and environmental management. Chairman Cruz opened the meeting by emphasizing the role of subpoenas in ensuring accountability and oversight, highlighting a recent compliance from several parties following such threats. The meeting progressed to consider several bills, including the Romance Scam Prevention Act championed by Senator Blackburn, which seeks to protect vulnerable populations from online dating scams that have resulted in enormous financial losses, particularly among seniors. The committee also nominated Michael Kratios for the Office of Science and Technology Policy and Mark Medder for the Federal Trade Commission, underscoring the significance of leadership in fostering innovation and consumer protection in technology sectors.
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  • ...water and unconventionals, and I hold over a hundred
  • The geothermal process is different from traditional geothermal because traditional geothermal needs water
  • We bring the water. We need hot rocks.
  • We inject the water into the hot rocks, and we generate electricity. This opens up vast areas.
  • marker="1234" data-time="7398"> Pardon me, conventional battery systems, not geothermal systems, not water
Summary: The meeting focused on various legislative proposals with notable discussions surrounding bills aimed at improving transparency in public information access, adapting workforce policies for state employment, and addressing public health workforce shortages in Texas. The key highlights included HB4214 which seeks to centralize public records request processes for better accessibility, and HB1803 aimed at enhancing the state's dental workforce through participation in a compact with other states. Several members presented arguments highlighting the necessity of these legislative initiatives in light of ongoing economic and social challenges facing Texas. Public testimonies supported these bills, demonstrating stakeholder engagement and community concerns regarding transparency, workforce efficiency, and health access.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Economic Development Mar 24th, 2025

Senate Economic Development Committee

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  • marker="673" data-time="4032"> the areas off of my district and within this 10-mile zone of Texas waters
  • These areas are important and why they are Texas waters and
  • So we've got to recognize the importance of Texas waters
  • I appreciate that reference to Texas waters.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Economic Development Committee featured substantial discussions around several key bills aimed at advancing various sectors in Texas. Notably, Senate Bill 529 was supported by multiple stakeholders, including the Mayor of Midland, emphasizing its importance in allowing the city to access sales tax incentives that could bolster economic growth. The committee unanimously recommended several bills for certification, indicating a strong consensus among members on the proposed legislation's benefits. The focus on job creation and supporting local economies was prevalent throughout the meeting.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Mar 19th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House State Affairs Committee

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  • maintenance of public safety is crucial, such as hospitals, police stations, fire stations, and critical water
  • we coordinate with all of our regional partners to identify critical infrastructure, which includes water
  • marker="1048" data-time="6282"> some of our wastewater lift stations, which pump millions of gallons of water
  • This delay in power restoration put the system at risk of a boil water notice, which, as you guys know
Summary: The committee meeting covered a wide range of bills with robust discussions centering around House Bill 267, which aims to limit the exhibition of harmful content to minors. Representative Patterson emphasized the importance of narrowing the affirmative defenses allowed for educators regarding such material, advocating for the protection of children from exposure to objectionable content at schools. His testimony sparked considerations about existing legal loopholes and heightened concerns over child sexualization in educational settings. The bill was left pending for further discussion. Additionally, significant support was noted for House Bill 1640, which seeks to improve transparency in the rooftop solar industry by requiring the Public Utility Commission to guide consumers in understanding solar installations better.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Mar 5th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • ...and water, and my question on this, just general interest
  • really, does water include flood that was paid out by FEMA and claims in FEMA?
  • sense because it looks like there's something on the quarter of the second quarter 2021 with a lot of water
  • span>

    You know, we don't have the hurricanes and the high water

Summary: The meeting involved extensive discussions on various topics, although specific bills or motions were not highlighted. The members engaged in a dialogue surrounding the financial aspects of policies under review, particularly referencing rate components and reserves. Questions were raised regarding the allocation of premiums and the implications for future budgets, but no concrete resolutions were made. The Chair, after guiding the discussion, indicated the conclusion of the agenda and called for any additional business before moving to adjourn.
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  • began turning this around with long overdue investments in roads, bridges, transit, ports, drinking water
  • China builds high-speed rail, airports, and ports at warp speed while we tread water.
  • I'm eager to do a robust bipartisan water resources

  • So whether taking road, rail, sea, or water, Air, cutting
Summary: The committee meeting focused on the development of the next surface transportation reauthorization bill. Discussions centered around key principles aimed at improving the safety and reliability of the transportation network, reforming federal programs for efficiency, and addressing the diverse transportation needs across various states. Members emphasized the importance of bipartisan collaboration to streamline processes, eliminate bureaucratic delays, and ensure timely funding for critical infrastructure projects. There were also notable conversations about specific projects and funding challenges, reflecting the urgency for action and commitment to modernizing America's infrastructure.
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  • For all of our athletes, you put milk, tea, and water out there; they drink the milk. Athletes.
  • Okay, it's basically sugar water.
  • No, because milk is what, is it 80% water?

  • 90% water? But they're gonna buy a bottle of something.
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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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part II) Jan 28th, 2025

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  • away, having pipes that had no water in them.
  • away, having pipes that had no water in them.
  • away, having pipes that had no water in them.
  • Water is a concern.
  • ...have the water to be able to fight the fire.
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 1st C.S.

State Affairs Jul 22nd, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's water soluble. It moves quickly.
  • It's like trying to tell people to pick up water with their hands; it isn't going to work.
  • Their revenues are from sales of water.
  • They actually provide a product, a commodity—in this case, water.
  • Complicated water issue.
Bills: SB5, SB11, SB12
Summary: The committee meeting focused on discussions surrounding public safety and health, particularly in relation to the regulation of THC products through Senate Bills 5, 11, and 12. A significant point of contention was Senate Bill 5, which sought to regulate THC products to prioritize child safety, with law enforcement officials arguing that existing regulations have failed to protect youth adequately. The committee heard several testimonies from both supporters and opponents of the legislation, emphasizing a deep divide on the efficacy of regulation versus prohibition. Lawmakers debated the implications of these bills, with some members advocating for a complete ban while others called for more moderate, regulated approaches to address the concerns surrounding THC consumption and its impact on mental health. Notably, the meeting concluded with a series of votes indicating a strong push towards tightening regulations on THC products to ensure public safety.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session May 30th, 2025 at 12:05 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • Water infrastructure has been a big discussion this session, and there's other legislation that will
  • dedicate future revenues to water infrastructure in our state, but in...
  • marker="1717" data-time="10296"> This supplemental includes two and a half billion dollars for the Water
  • Development Board to implement provisions of Senate Bill 7 and fund water infrastructure projects.
  • I know this bill has important funding that you just laid out for fire prevention, water infrastructure
Summary: The committee meeting covered a variety of legislative issues, prominently featuring discussions surrounding both Senate Bill 1198 and Senate Bill 509, along with multiple House Bills including HB2017 and HB3000. Representative Morales presented the conference committee report for SB1198, addressing clarity on hazardous areas and garnering strong support with 118 votes in favor. Conversely, SB509 faced some contention regarding the provisions for the Attorney General in election cases, eventually receiving approval with a vote tally of 97 ayes to 37 nays after amendments were discussed to limit the Attorney General's ability to delay hearings. Additionally, various other bills received motions to concur with Senate amendments, highlighting the committee's active engagement in fine-tuning legislation through collaborative discussions among members.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Licensing & Administrative Procedures Apr 1st, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Licensing & Administrative Procedures Committee

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  • data-time="10224"> For now, we have set three goals: to help revive Terry County's economy, conserve water
  • We've gone and done the wine tours and the brown water tours and all that kind of stuff, but...
  • marker="2083" data-time="12492"> Billions of gallons of water
  • per year as crumbling, leaky, and broken pipes allow water to seep...
  • A master plumber does the correct pipe sizings for your water, sewer, and gas.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused primarily on several key bills, including HB2286, HB1562, and HB1732, which were reported favorably to the full House with the recommendation that they do pass and be printed. Representative Hernandez notably contributed to the discussions on HB1562 and HB1732, both concerning massage therapy regulations. Furthermore, the committee heard discussions on HB491 regarding civil penalties for massage therapy violations and HB11 relating to occupation licensing reciprocity agreements. Most bills passed with unanimous support, indicating a strong consensus among committee members on these legislative issues.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Ways & Means Apr 7th, 2025 at 10:00 am

House Ways & Means Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • In that mash tun, we crush up the grain, we add it, and we hit it with hot water.
  • The spent grain touches water and heat, so it's a very safe product, and that's why it's so great for
  • Lubbock has 100-year water plan and we are in the permitting
  • phase to construct our next water supply lake, which will largely be a reuse lake that capitalizes on
  • data-time="5598"> will make Lubbock one of the few cities in West Texas that is more reliant on surface water
Summary: The Committee on Ways and Means convened to discuss several proposed bills, including HB4044, HB103, and HB3045, focusing on tax reform and support for local development initiatives. Representative Troxler introduced a committee substitute for HB103, which was subsequently adopted without objection, demonstrating consensus on its merits. HB3045 sought to incentivize spaceport operations with franchise tax breaks for contracts related to the Department of Defense, emphasizing Texas's commitment to lead in the aerospace industry. The meeting concluded with discussions around the importance of the Property Value Study (PBS) and its impact on equitable taxation, with members addressing concerns about the effective administration of property appraisals and future legislative actions.

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