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• The Committee on State Affairs will come to order.

• There's a committee substitute which has been laid out and it needs to be adopted.

• The committee substitute is adopted.

• It will be reported favorably.

• Senate Bill 2459 has a committee substitute.

Bills: SB82, SB1807, SB2254, HB119, HB130, HB581, HJR98, SB1988

Keywords: business liability, concealed carry, handgun policy, premises liability, criminal acts, civil liability, business premises, concealed handgun, property liability, criminal acts, concealed carry, business liability, property rights, gun regulations, criminal liability, protective order, confidentiality, personal information, court records, victim protection

Summary: During the committee meeting, a range of bills were discussed, with several being reported favorably for further consideration by the full Senate. Notably, Senate Bill 2403 was moved by Senator Middleton and adopted without objection. Additionally, Senate Bill 1888, concerning jury selection in certain counties, also gained unanimous approval. The committee expressed clear support for Senator Hagen's Senate Bill 2943 regarding discrimination against occupational license holders, which was substituted and reported favorably. Furthermore, House Bill 1393, proposed by Representative Metcalfe to establish year-round daylight saving time, also received a positive recommendation and was adopted with only a few dissenting votes.

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• There is a committee...
• The chair offers a committee substitute.
• Good morning, Madam Chair and committee members.
• Thank you for coming to our committee. Thank you, Chair. Thank you, committee members.
• Good morning, Madam Chairman and members of the committee.

Bills: HB1087, HB2504, HB4113, HB5144, HB5146, HB5377, HB5543, SB140, SB264, SB1244, SB1343, SB2121, HR868

Keywords: property owners, board vacancy, special election, association governance, community management, property owners' association, resale certificate, fees, real estate regulation, homeowners, fraudulent filing, financing statement, secured transactions, Business & Commerce Code, legal liability, affidavit, termination statement, filing office, court action, data broker

Summary: The Committee on Trade, Workforce and Economic Development convened to discuss a range of bills addressing workforce policies, business practices, and data privacy issues. A highlight was the presentation of HB5146, aimed at expanding subsidized childcare eligibility to include parents pursuing non-credit workforce training, which drew significant support from both committee members and witnesses. Additionally, SB2121 was introduced to rectify clerical errors within the data broker law, ensuring better consumer protections around the collection and use of personal data. Various other bills saw quick passages with unanimous support, reflecting broad agreement among members regarding workforce development and operational efficiency.

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• The Senate Committee on Finance will come to order.

• SB10 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
• Senator West moves that Senate Bill 16 be reported favorably to the full Senate.
• Senate Bill 5 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
• Senate Bill 34 will be reported to the Senate with a favorable recommendation.

Bills: SB2, SB3, SB5, SB9, SB10, SB14, SB16, SB34, SB18

Keywords: flooding, public safety, outdoor warning sirens, disaster preparedness, emergency response, flood warning, outdoor sirens, disaster preparedness, local government, safety measures, flood management, outdoor warning sirens, emergency preparedness, municipal safety, disaster response, disaster relief, emergency funding, flood management, Meteorological forecasting, local government assistance

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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• Good morning, Chairman Button and committee.
• The chair offers a committee substitute.
• HB 175 as substituted will be reported to the full house.
• I've got a separate report with the moves that HB 576, without the amendments, be reported to the full
• The chair offers a committee substitute to SB2420.

Bills: HB2226, HB2269, HB2343, HB2760, HB3621, HB4079, HB4204, HB4518, HB4531, HB4555, HB4850, HB4876, HB4903, HB4996, HB5122

Keywords: property owners association, landscaping, grass maintenance, sustainability, water conservation, shrimp, restaurants, food service, imported shrimp, domestic shrimp, consumer protection, notice requirements, judicial review, Texas Workforce Commission, unemployment compensation, legal proceedings, labor law, ticket sales, event tickets, transparency

Summary: The committee meeting focused on several significant bills, with notable discussions revolving around HB2343. This bill, presented by Representative Leo Wilson, aims to enhance transparency in the shrimping industry by requiring restaurants to disclose the origin of shrimp served. The bill was met with mixed reactions, especially from the Texas Restaurant Association, which raised concerns regarding the burdensome requirements for menu updates and potential liability issues if inaccuracies were reported. Meanwhile, the committee passed other bills, including HB4204 aimed at protecting older homeowners from unfair contracts, which received support from AARP Texas and sparked discussions about the implications on consumers' rights. In addition to presentation and testimony on bills, the committee also examined HCR76, which urges the federal government to regulate imports of foreign shrimp, reflecting a proactive stance on protecting local industries from unregulated competition. Overall, the meeting demonstrated a commitment to addressing economic concerns, consumer protection, and the sustainability of local businesses. The chamber was well attended, and many stakeholders provided public testimony for and against the various proposals.

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• The Fund Board respectfully requests that HB1399 be approved and reported out of this committee favorably
• The committee substitute for House Bill 2802 is reported favorably to the full Senate.
• The committee substitute for Senate Bill 524 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
• The committee substitute for Senate Bill 782B is reported
• The committee substitute to House Bill 2894 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.

Bills: SB524, SB782, HB42, HB1056, HB2894, HB3033, HB3474, HB3594, HB4738, HB5246

Keywords: severance tax, oil, gas, restimulation wells, tax exemption, civil penalty, hydrocarbons, Texas Railroad Commission, higher education, funding, financial allocation, state budget, Texas A&M University, University of Houston, education funding, gold standard, legal tender, currency, transactional currency, financial transactions

Summary: The meeting covered multiple bills, primarily focusing on House Bill 2802, which relates to the Austin Firefighter Retirement Fund Pension, and House Bill 1056 regarding the establishment of gold and silver as legal tender in Texas. Senator Schwartner introduced several committee substitutes aimed at improving provisions in these bills, with the committee discussing amendments and seeking public testimony on the implications of these changes. Notably, the discussion highlighted varying perspectives on the use of gold as a currency and its constitutional implications, eliciting significant public and legislative engagement.

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• and for a superintendent who is aware of the principal's failure to report and doesn't then report themselves
• Chairman and honorable members of the committee.
• Chairman, committee members, Mr. Bernal, you said that.
• Chairman, members of the committee.
• Members, the chair offers the committee substitute.

Bills: SB204, SB570, SB735, SB784, SB1207, SB1396, SB1447, SB2392, SB2540

Keywords: parental rights, education, school trustees, training, handbook, adoption, parenting, education, family law, health curriculum, education, Holocaust, anti-Semitism, truancy, student safety, public testimony, legislation

Summary: The committee meeting focused on several critical bills aimed at improving educational standards and student safety in Texas. Notably, the discussions around SB735 concerning Holocaust education highlighted the urgency of addressing rising anti-Semitism and ensuring comprehensive education on human rights histories within public schools. Testimonies from various witnesses underscored the necessity for students to learn from historical injustices to prevent future atrocities. Moreover, SB570, aimed at implementing stricter truancy policies to enhance student attendance, was discussed with testimony supporting its significance in improving educational outcomes for at-risk students.

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• And, you know, I'm happy to report that outcome.
• I think the rest of the committee does as well. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
• As I've been on this committee, and I was on the VA committee
• , and nearly half reported shortages of psychiatrists.
• It's been very meaningful and important to the committee.

Keywords: veterans, mental health, suicide prevention, Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Grant Program, HOPE Act, BRAVE Act, Every State Counts for Vets Mental Health Act, advocacy, legislation, mental health resources

Summary: The committee meeting focused primarily on the critical issues surrounding veterans' mental health and suicide prevention. Discussions centered on the reauthorization of essential programs aimed at providing non-clinical support services to veterans, particularly the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program. Senators emphasized the urgent need for adequate mental health resources as the suicide rate among veterans remains alarmingly high. Key testimonies were provided by various advocates and officials, illustrating both successful implementations of these programs and areas needing improvement.

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• The investigative committee report identified "irresponsible oil and natural gas operators" as a major
• The committee report concluded that, "between RRC and PUC, enforcement authority must be closed."
• What we saw at the investigative committee was...
• Chairman and members of the committee.
• Hearing none, the committee stands adjourned.

Bills: HB13, HB143, HB144, HB145, HB366, HB470, HB805, HB912

Keywords: emergency communication, infrastructure, first responders, grant program, interoperability, Texas Interoperability Council, local governments, electric utility, distribution poles, inspection, public safety, compliance plan, wildfire mitigation, utilities, electric service, liability, risk management, self-insurance, Texas Division of Emergency Management, political advertising

Summary: During the committee meeting, significant discussions focused on wildfire prevention and emergency communication. Notably, House Bill 13 was presented as a critical measure aimed at improving interoperability among emergency communication systems to respond effectively to disasters. Witnesses, including representatives from Texas 2036 and local emergency responders, testified in support of the bill, emphasizing the increasing wildfire risks faced due to climate change. They argued that this bill will establish a statewide plan to harmonize communication systems and enhance local governments' capacity to respond to emergencies effectively. The discourse highlighted the historical context of Texas wildfires and the necessity of streamlined communication among first responders during critical incidents.

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• As I told you in this, or I told the committee.
• So Senate Bill 6 is reported favorably.
• I think the committee knows that even though this was a new committee.
• formal studies or consultant reports.
• , I know some of you were in that committee.

Bills: SB6, SB7, SB8, SB11, SB12, SB13, SB15

Keywords: gender designation, civil penalties, private civil rights, multiple-occupancy spaces, Texas Women's Privacy Act, education, accountability, public school assessment, state law, transparency, intervention, performance ratings, lobbying, public funds, political subdivisions, government accountability, transparency, impact fees, water conservation, reuse projects

Summary: This meeting of the committee addressed several significant bills, with strong expressions of support and opposition from various stakeholders. Notably, SB8, a controversial bill concerning gender identity and access to bathrooms, drew extensive public testimony. Many speakers voiced concerns about the implications of such legislation, emphasizing the potential harm to transgender individuals and the necessity for an atmosphere of safety and inclusivity. In contrast, other members supported the bill, arguing for the protection of women's spaces. The committee also discussed SB15 regarding police records, which sparked debates on transparency and accountability in law enforcement. The meeting concluded with the committee members voting favorably on several bills, despite ongoing public dissent and calls for more urgent discussion on flooding relief efforts and community safety.

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• The committee substitute for Senate Bill 618 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.

• Senator Hughes moves that we report the committee

• Senator Hughes moves that we report the committee

• Senator Hughes moves that we report the committee

• Committee members, I have a committee report to present

Bills: SB31, SB33, SB510, SB871, SB1868, SB2024, SB2166, SB2309, SB2880, SJR27, SJR39, SJR40

Keywords: voter registration, Election Code, registrar duties, funds withholding, state compliance, disaster response, emergency management, legislative authority, business operations, state of emergency, e-cigarettes, marketing prohibition, youth protection, criminal penalties, public health, voting, election integrity, tabulation equipment, testing procedures, election code

Summary: The meeting focused on discussions surrounding several proposed bills, notably SB31, SB33, and SB2880, which address abortion and related healthcare regulations. Prominent advocates for these bills included medical professionals and attorneys who argued for the necessity of stricter regulations to protect unborn children and prevent the indirect funding of abortion-related services. Testimonies featured intense debate, with supporters claiming the bills would enhance accountability and protect both mothers and children, while opponents raised concerns about potential negative impacts on women's health and constitutional rights.

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• It's a committee substitute. There is a proposed committee substitute.
• Good evening, Chairman and committee members.
• I will, however, add a request that the committee, Mr.
• This was amended after committee, so this was on the floor.
• A committee substitute was previously laid out.

Bills: SB2784, HB23, HB247, HB1533, HB2011, HB2013, HB2273, HB2421, HB2464, HB3120, HB3424, HB3575, HB3788, HB4370, HB4809, HB5057, HB5084, HB5534, HB5668, HJR34

Keywords: Somervell County, hospital district, board of directors, elections, local governance, staggered terms, third-party review, property development, local government, permits, construction inspection, regulatory authority, land development, liability, occupancy certificate, border security, tax exemption, ad valorem, real property, infrastructure

Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on a range of bills covering various legislative matters. Notably, bills concerning property rights, environmental sustainability, and public safety were debated prominently. HB2011 was presented and discussed in detail, with supporters highlighting its importance for ensuring property owners can repurchase their land if it has been acquired through eminent domain without due payments of property taxes. Furthermore, Senator Cook emphasized the need for accountability in the process while several senators expressed concerns regarding potential unintended consequences of new laws affecting local jurisdictions and public safety standards. Public testimony was also received from stakeholders both in support and against various bills, reflecting a diverse range of views on the proposed legislation. In addition to HB2011, several other bills, including HB4809 and HB2421, moved forward with recommendations for passage and were set for future calendars.

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• The committee offers up the committee substitute.

• The committee substitute, Mr.
• Chairman, members of the committee.
• Committee Substitute, did you lay out a Committee Substitute
• Thank you, committee.

Bills: HB1301, HB2278, HB2776, HB2820, HB3848, HB3920, HB4172, HB4215, HB4284, HB4285, HB4463, HB4517, HB4690, HB4765, HB4766, HB4767, HB4768, HB4769, HB4773, HB4830, HB5506

Keywords: alcohol, beverages, winery permit, restaurant, malt beverages, Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code, alcohol production, home brewing, Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code, family use, craft beverages, massage therapy, licensing, criminal offenses, sexually oriented businesses, public safety, bingo, charitable gaming, operating capital, regulation

Summary: The committee meeting was held to discuss a variety of bills concerning state regulations and community needs. Key discussions revolved around HB2885, which aims to allow local political subdivisions to call for option elections regarding alcoholic beverage sales. The bill was well received, passing favorably without amendments. Another notable bill discussed was HB2996, relating to gambling offenses, which also passed favorably, indicating a broader support for regulatory improvements in these sectors. Public testimony was provided on several bills, emphasizing community engagement and the importance of local governance in decision-making processes.

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• The Committee on Transportation will now come to order.

• favorably reported, and I close.
• Guillen is laying out other bills in other committees.
• We're going to withdraw the committee substitute at this point.
• Is there an objection to the adoption of the committee substitute?

Bills: HB767, HB1242, HB1373, HB1404, HB1708, HB1936, HB2041, HB2198, HB2270, HB2315, HB2415, HB2427, HB2455, HB2457, HB2522, HB2523, HB2686, HB2763, HB2775, HB2944, HB3034, HB1683, HB1695

Keywords: highway designation, memorial, Montgomery County, Paul P. Mendes, transportation, Los Robles Trail, Farm-to-Market Road, Nueces County, road designation, transportation, County Road 1250, state highway system, transportation, infrastructure, Navarro County, memorial highway, Kevin Ramirez Vasquez, Ector County, transportation, state designation

Summary: The Committee on Transportation convened to discuss several significant bills related to highway designations and public safety. Notably, House Bill 2457 aims to designate a stretch of US Highway 287 as the Mollie Mullins Mile, honoring a 9-year-old girl who tragically lost her life in a traffic accident. The bill highlights the efforts of her family to improve highway safety following their loss, receiving support from local authorities and advocates. The committee also discussed House Bill 2198, proposing the designation of a portion of State Highway 34 as the Jacob Candonza Memorial Highway, honoring a police officer who died in the line of duty. This tribute underscores the value placed on the sacrifices made by law enforcement in ensuring community safety.

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• We've had reports given to them.

• The committee substitute for House Bill 1523 is reported

• The committee substitute for House Bill 1690 is reported

• House Bill 2128 is reported.
• The committee substitute for House Bill 5659 is reported in favor to the full Senate.

Keywords: water management, groundwater, Texas Water Trust, sustainability, House Bill 3333, House Bill 4158, ecological rights

Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on a variety of bills primarily concerning water management and rights. Significant discussions included House Bill 3333, which addressed the management of groundwater and was moved favorably with a recommendation for local and contested calendars. Additionally, House Bill 4158 was passed unanimously, relating to the oversight of ecological water rights dedicated to the Texas Water Trust. Members of the committee emphasized the importance of these bills for sustainable water management practices in the state, reflecting a shift towards more responsible governance in resource use.

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• Yes, Chair Hull, committee members.
• All of my compliance reports go to CAC.
• And so, I urge the committee.
• You could have a deficiency cited on the federal report but not on the state report.
• No reports are eliminated, just improved.

Bills: HB2510, HB3589, HB4611, HB4655, HB4665, HB4666, HB4670, HB4700, HB4730, HB4798, HB4838, HB5136, HB5243, HB5302, HB5539

Keywords: assisted living, healthcare, licensing, criminal offense, personal assistance, group home, licensing, regulation, health and safety, inspections, resident care, criminal background checks, adoption, parental rights, registry, vital statistics, disclosure, counseling, foster care, independent living

Summary: The committee meeting covered a wide range of legislative proposals, with significant focus on addressing child welfare, language access, and transparency in funding for children's advocacy centers. Representative Richardson presented HB5136, aimed at strengthening governance and accountability in child advocacy centers, reflecting concerns over transparency due to recent scandals. The bill was discussed extensively as members expressed the need for better oversight in organizations receiving public funding. Additionally, HB4838 was championed for enhancing language access in emergency services, with witnesses emphasizing its critical importance for non-English speakers during crises. Overall, strong engagement from both representatives and the public was evident, with passionate testimonies highlighting the necessity of these legislative measures.

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• Please vote this bill out of committee.
• Please vote this out of committee.
• I'll have to send you the report; I don't have it by memory, but I'll send you the report to your office
• Like, what's required is for the hospitals to report it to the agency, and then we're going to report
• each period that they're reporting on.

Bills: HB150, HB869, HB876, HB1043, HB1494, HB1522

Keywords: cybersecurity, state command, information resources, data protection, incident response, information technology, classification officer, job descriptions, state positions, competency-based, cybersecurity, information sharing, government efficiency, public sector, private sector, distributed ledger, title registry, real estate, property liens, pilot program

Summary: The meeting held by the committee involved significant discussions surrounding various bills, notably focused on transparency and budgeting processes. There were multiple testimonies from public citizens advocating for improved access to local budgets, emphasizing the need for transparency within governmental operations. One speaker highlighted that enabling public access to finalized budgets within three business days can ensure that community voices are heard prior to important votes, enhancing local governance and accountability. The committee members engaged actively, with questions posed to witnesses to clarify points made regarding public access to financial documentation.

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• All of you have received your individual district reports.
• A lot of people had a duty to report, and they didn't do it.
• assume this is a committee substitute.
• Okay, Senator Creighton and committee members.
• Thank you, members of the committee.

Keywords: educational reform, HB4, nationally-normed assessment, STAAR test elimination, transparency in evaluation, public testimony, accountability, legislative session

Summary: The committee meeting covered significant legislative discussions, focusing largely on educational reform bills, particularly the committee substitute for HB4 which aims to replace the STAAR test with a simpler, nationally-normed assessment model. This proposed shift intends to reduce testing fatigue while providing timely feedback for teachers and parents. Senator Bettencourt presented reinforcing points for HB4, arguing it would create a more equitable education system that aligns classroom assessment with state standards. Feedback from numerous education stakeholders highlighted the urgency for a transparent and reliable evaluation framework. The conversation also included contrasting public testimonies, where some community members voiced concerns about the perceived inadequacies of the reform efforts, citing a need for genuinely transformative changes in education policy. The session concluded without final votes on the bills, leaving several pending for further review and consideration.

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• Is the Chair to recall the committee substitute, withdraw the committee substitute rather, and to leave
• There is a committee.
• There’s a committee substitute. The chair lays out the committee substitute for House Bill 3758.
• As you all know, a reporter could be a mandatory reporter.
• Against a reporter? No. Against the app?

Bills: HB557, HB732, HB1892, HB1954, HB2301, HB3180, HB3405, HB3650, HB3758, HB4035, HB4621, HB4795, HB4870, HB5069, HB5137, HB5149

Keywords: child support, arrears, court enforcement, contempt, legal protections, healthcare, insurance, cost reduction, accessibility, regulations, healthcare, impotency, marriage annulment, Family Code, Texas law, marriage annulment, impotency, family law, Texas legislation, dissolution of marriage

Summary: The committee meeting covered a range of legislative bills centered around child welfare and family rights. Notably, House Bill 4870, presented by Representative Aisha Davis, aimed at supporting kinship caregivers by creating a grant program to alleviate the high legal fees for obtaining custody authority. The bill received strong support from testimony highlighting the importance of kinship care in keeping families together and reducing the costs associated with foster care. The witnesses included representatives from various legal aid organizations, all emphasizing the significant financial savings and emotional benefits of formalizing kinship arrangements. Additionally, discussions surrounding HB3758 focused on ensuring due process for parents in child protective services cases, stressing the need for legal protections during therapy and treatment. Observers noted the passionate debates around parental rights and child welfare, underscoring the delicate balance legislators seek to maintain.

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• Final passage of the Committee Substitute for House Bill 35.
• Final passage of Committee Substitute for House Bill 2427.
• Senator Nichols moves final passage of the committee.
• ...committee.
• It also changes the executive committee to a voluntary advisory committee and it adds the financial responsibility

Bills: SB731, SB801, SB867, SB2082, SB2717, SB2919, HB4, HB26, HB103, HB108, HB117, HB126, HB144, HB145, HB186, HB201, HB223, HB229, HB272, HB493, HB521, HB551, HB621, HB700, HB748, HB1106, HB1234, HB1403, HB1500, HB1661, HB2017, HB2026, HB2035, HB2038, HB2073, HB2080, HB2221, HB2253, HB2294, HB2306, HB2313, HB2427, HB2512, HB2516, HB2593, HB2674, HB2761, HB2818, HB2820, HB2844, HB2851, HB2885, HB3010, HB3016, HB3053, HB3057, HB3133, HB3151, HB3159, HB3180, HB3181, HB3225, HB3234, HB3250, HB3254, HB3284, HB3333, HB3512, HB3556, HB3595, HB3689, HB3711, HB3732, HB3749, HB3812, HB3833, HB3866, HB3928, HB3940, HB3966, HB4063, HB4112, HB4157, HB4264, HB4281, HB4384, HB4454, HB4486, HB4488, HB4520, HB4530, HB4666, HB4690, HB4743, HB4749, HB4751, HB4795, HB4848, HB4903, HB5081, HB5115, HB5138, HB5149, HB5154, HB5247, HB5308, HB5394, HB5436, HB5659, HB5671, HB5674, HB5680, HB5696, HCR40, HCR108, HCR118, SJR5, SJR59, SB4, SB8, SB9, SB10, SB12, SB22, SB23, SB25, SB27, SB34, SB36, SB37, SB38, SB40, SB261, SB650, SB777, SB924, SB1188, SB1318, SB1333, SB1398, SB1448, SB1566, SB1621, SB1723, SB1862, SB2405, SB2406, SB2407, SB3070, SB1, SB17, SB21, SB260, SB379, SB509, SB1405, SB1506, SB1637, SB1833, SB2155, SB2308, HB300, HB2525, SJR36, SJR50, SJR63, SCR12, SCR39, SB2023, SB62, SB666, SB847, SB284, SB854, SB810, SB1505, SB583, SB507, SB1434, SB1772, SB2016, SB1122, SB731, SB397, SB508, SB1436, SB287, SB1882, SB393, SB1791, SB209, SB2429, SB1085, SB1975, SB2717, SB1262, SB636, SB2056, SB884, SB1200, SB1845, SB2458, SB801, SB3014, SB3013, SB758, SB2797, SB2076, SB2876, SB1640, SB1449, SB1181, SB1234, SB2926, SB2841, SB1528, SB1854, SB317, SB1250, SB2082, SB1237, SB2819, SB629, SB2608, SB1602, SB2009, SB867, SB640, SB1698, SB2680, SB913, SB1071, SB1086, SB1087, SB1483, SB1444, SB1553, SB1556, SB1703, SB2133, SB2297, SB2298, SB2622, SB2955, SB2334, SB1367, SB2044, SB2363, SB2565, SB1888, SB3036, SB3057, SB3043, SB3063, SB3035, SB203, SB2688, SB2522, SB2459, SB2655, SB2251, SB1884, SB2928, SB2566, SB2549, SB2553, SB2919, SB1944, SB1232, SB1798, SB2603, SB2607, SB2683, SB1319, SB3045, SB3071, HJR7, HB2674, HB3556, HB26, HB4384, HB748, HB5652, HB3395, HB2516, HB180, HB1306, HB3966, HB4112, HB322, HB126, HB5650, HB4894, HB1629, HB5698, HB3171, HB2694, HB5664, HB4751, HB4690, HB4464, HB4063, HB3623, HB3016, HB2520, HB2221, HB2213, HB700, HB252, HB146, HB5596, HB3619, HB5320, HB5651, HB5670, HB5665, HB5437, HB5679, HB5699, HB5661, HB5662, HB5654, HB5672, HB5656, HB4743, HB4666, HB3812, HB3595, HB3057, HB2035, HB721, HB346, HB2512, HB5695, HB5694, HB5671, HB5674, HB2038, HB3185, HB2761, HB2593, HB2348, HB2073, HB1871, HB108, HB2306, HB2017, HB1135, HB144, HB3689, HB5308, HB101, HB5666, HB5677, HB5682, HB5680, HB5658, HB5696, HB4144, HB3159, HB3254, HB3866, HB3010, HB4520, HB3642, HB3928, HB3815, HB2686, HB2012, HB1960, HB227, HB654, HB1690, HB2128, HB4158, HB4530, HB4630, HB5659, HB1523, HB2078, HB2427, HB145, HB1973, HB3333, HB3697, HB3546, HB3225, HB3181, HB3133, HB3053, HB2885, HB2820, HB2294, HB2253, HB1661, HB1506, HB1234, HB640, HB621, HB551, HB521, HB493, HB272, HB229, HB223, HB201, HB186, HB119, HB2080, HB2818, HB5394, HB4795, HB4466, HB4454, HB3940, HB3749, HB3151, HB3284, HB1403, HB1106, HB2844, HB2851, HB1500, HB4488, HB4264, HB4, HB4170, HB3909, HB4081, HB4145, HB4157, HB4281, HB4285, HB4463, HB4749, HB4995, HB5081, HB5115, HB5138, HB5624, HB1449, HB3711, HB2598, HB3629, HB4361, HB824, HB1868, HB4848, HB2243, HB40, HB117, HB2313, HB3686, HB500, HB3793, HB112, HB104, HB1056, HB42, HB4486, HB3000, HB100, HB2240, HB718, HB27, HB4904, HB4202, HB2853, HB5129, HB5093, HB4765, HB4748, HB4559, HB4350, HB4214, HB3388, HB3112, HB5196, HB4211, HB3516, HB3092, HB4233, HB4687, HB705, HB1094, HB2037, HB3005, HB3848, HB1105, HB121, HB3372, HB367, HB783, HB3336, HB3441, HB4449, HB5616, HB2407, HB2854, HB3425, HB5294, HB1178, HB4623, HB14, HB3963, HB1211, HB5646, HB5629, HB3783, HB4236, HB46, HB4638, HB1052, HB4070, HB5509, HB5435, HB4134, HB3923, HB3520, HB3320, HB2517, HB2488, HB5663, HB2731, HB3073, HB2655, HB2399, HB541, HB4099, HB111, HB1532, HB3483, HB2963, HB4580, HB3748, HB713, HB632, HB426, HB4730, HCR141, HCR118, HCR40, HCR59, HCR76, HCR108, HB26, HB108, HB144, HB145, HB201, HB272, HB493, HB551, HB621, HB700, HB1500, HB1661, HB2017, HB2038, HB2073, HB2080, HB2221, HB2253, HB2294, HB2306, HB2313, HB2427, HB2516, HB2593, HB2761, HB2818, HB2844, HB2851, HB2885, HB3010, HB3016, HB3133, HB3151, HB3159, HB3254, HB3284, HB3595, HB3689, HB3711, HB3866, HB3928, HB3940, HB3966, HB4063, HB4112, HB4264, HB4281, HB4384, HB4454, HB4486, HB4488, HB4520, HB4530, HB4666, HB4743, HB4749, HB4751, HB5081, HB5308, HB5394, HB5659, HB5671, HB5680, HB5696, HB2674, HB3556, HB223, HB1403, HB3053, HB5115, HCR108, HCR118, SB20, SB33, SB75, SB213, SB269, SB458, SB528, SB647, SB648, SB681, SB740, SB840, SB843, SB1061, SB1120, SB1121, SB1150, SB1202, SB1253, SB1423, SB1535, SB1574, SB1709, SB1789, SB2037, SB2078, SB2268, SB2544, SB2570, SB1198, SB2601, SB2778

Keywords: housing finance, low income, moderate income, affordable housing, ad valorem tax exemption, open meetings, tenant protections, multifamily developments, housing choice voucher, concrete crushing, hospital proximity, environmental regulation, public health, zoning laws, emergency plans, renal disease, healthcare facilities, power requirements, generator, Medicaid

Summary: This meeting centered on Legislative discussions involving multiple bills concerning water management, jury qualifications, and various public safety measures. A significant focus was placed on HB4530, which mandates that groundwater rights be managed similarly to existing surface water rights to enhance oversight and promote sustainable use. Senator Johnson strongly advocated for the passage of this bill, underscoring its importance for environmental conservation and water resource management. Another noteworthy moment was the discussion around HB4749, relating to the reconstitution of juror qualifications, which passed after minimal debate, endorsed unanimously by the members present.