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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations Feb 18th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Appropriations Committee

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  • that there was a $6.6 billion that we supplanted GR funds for the Texas Department of Health and Criminal
  • We have $4.5 billion for schools, $6.6 billion for criminal justice, and $7.3 billion for dedicated funds
  • stand trial.
  • They cannot be served by the criminal justice system.
  • Part of that is connected to criminal justice issues.
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on reviewing the proposed budget for the upcoming biennium, with substantial discussions around House Bill 1 and its implications for public education, healthcare, and border security. The Comptroller presented a revenue overview indicating a total of $194.6 billion available for general purpose spending, which reflects a slight decrease compared to previous years due to fluctuating economic conditions. Members raised questions regarding spending limits and the impact of federal funding on state programs, highlighting concerns about the sustainability of funding in light of potential changes at the federal level.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 9th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

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  • House Bill 3016 is about closing a dangerous and costly loophole that's being used by organized criminal
  • Today, organized criminals are exploiting a loophole in state law using collision damage waivers, also
  • online-facilitated ring that's draining businesses' resources, wasting police time, and helping criminals
  • So what that means to me is criminals, they catch on, and
  • Today, I continue to wait for my small claims court jury trial date.
Summary: This committee meeting predominantly focused on the discussions surrounding several significant bills aimed at enhancing child care accessibility and addressing the issues related to deepfake technology. Representative Bojani introduced HB3133, which seeks to create a clear reporting process for deepfake material, ensuring social media platforms take accountability for harmful content. The bill aims to safeguard users from digital manipulations. Notably, the representatives engaged in a robust dialogue regarding the rising need for responsible management of deepfake content, establishing that Texas could take a leading role in this area.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Property Tax Appraisals Apr 17th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House S/C on Property Tax Appraisals

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  • What if there is an ARB hearing or a trial in...
  • A trial court and an appraisal review board decide what's relevant and what's not, what's discoverable
  • I pretend to be one at trial.
  • , of which one of the plaintiff's counsels is adamant about going to actual trial.
  • The other thing is, should you proceed to trial...
Summary: The meeting addressed multiple pieces of legislation related to property appraisal, primarily focusing on HB1952, HB4703, and HB3524. There was a lively discussion surrounding HB1952, which proposes to increase the number of elected members on appraisal boards, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability. Public testimony included varied perspectives, with residents expressing a desire for more representation in appraisal decisions, while some members voiced concerns about the potential politicization of these boards. The committee left the bill pending for further scrutiny, indicating the complexity of the subject matter and the differing opinions within the community.
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  • And it went to trial, and it was thrown out because of some
  • They conduct criminal...
  • marker="733" data-time="4392"> I must have successfully completed at least one phase of a clinical trial
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.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part II) Feb 4th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

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  • Without treatment, many young people experiencing psychosis may later end up in our criminal legal system
  • On the side of the criminal punishment system, every time
  • ...out of unnecessary criminal justice involvement.
  • Increased criminal activity among clientele has also risen over the last year.
  • You have raised issues that are criminal and felonious.
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting focused on several critical issues, primarily surrounding funding for mental health services in Texas. Various stakeholders, including representatives from mental health organizations and community service providers, provided testimonies advocating for increased investments in mental health resources, particularly for children's mental health initiatives and support systems. One prominent discussion was around the need for family preservation funding to maintain support for families in crisis. The evidence presented highlighted an alarming rise in food insecurity, which underscored the necessity of legislative action to protect vulnerable populations.
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  • among you of justice: 'I will be quick to testify against those who deprive them; I will put you on trial
  • But, you know, attorneys have different opinions sometimes; I guess that's why there's trials.
  • We're deporting dangerous criminal aliens.
  • data-time="15552"> But when Castro opened the prisons in 1980, we had an estimated 10,000 hardcore criminals
  • Thousands of hardcore criminal aliens have come across in the last four years, and my grandchildren will
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Congressional Redistricting focused primarily on the discussion of HB4 and SB4, concerning the redistricting process based on the 2020 Census data. Chairman King opened the session, expressing gratitude to the committee members for their attendance and emphasizing the importance of completing redistricting within the special session's 30-day timeframe. Public testimony was a major component, with numerous individuals voicing their opinions both in favor and against the proposed redistricting maps, emphasizing issues of representation and concerns of racial injustices inherent in the process. The majority of witnesses highlighted the need for immediate attention to pressing issues such as flood relief instead of focusing solely on redistricting.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Feb 6th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

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  • This is set to enter clinical trials in humans.
  • Of those, 11 are already in clinical trials.
  • So where are you in clinical trials?
  • First patient enrolled in the clinical trial, that's a milestone; payment comes back.
  • Last patient enrolled in the clinical trial, clinical trial completed, payment comes back.
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting of the committee was primarily focused on budget requests and legislative priorities from various educational institutions. Each institution expressed the need for increased funding to support academic programs, STEM education, and critical health initiatives. For instance, representatives from UT Dallas highlighted the importance of their Fentanyl Protection Initiative and advances in pain therapy, reaffirming their commitment to combat the opioid crisis in Texas. Other notable discussions included the need for updates to campus infrastructure and the request for new programs aimed at enhancing workforce development across various fields, particularly healthcare and technology. Topics such as the restoration of Institutional Enhancement Funds and the increase of appropriations for research initiatives were also extensively discussed. The meeting concluded with a call for collaboration among universities to strengthen Texas's overall higher education landscape.
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  • You know, in that A&M example I gave you earlier, there were criminal charges.
  • Additional criminal penalties.
  • of Criminal Appeals were not followed in that case.
  • But in 2021, the Court of Criminal Appeals said, no, the AG does not.
  • The Court of Criminal Appeals has coexisted.
Summary: The meeting focused on several crucial pieces of legislation, notably Senate Joint Resolution 40, which proposed a constitutional amendment to clarify the powers of the governor, the legislature, and the Supreme Court during emergencies. Senator Birdwell presented the resolution, emphasizing the need for legislative involvement during prolonged crises. It garnered broad support, passing with 29 votes in favor and only 1 against. Following this, Senate Bill 871, considered the enabling legislation, was also moved for discussion, with the aim of reinforcing the legislature's authority during emergencies while establishing clear guidelines for the governor's powers.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health Apr 3rd, 2025 at 08:00 am

House S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health

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  • "604" data-time="3618"> The bill also creates a kidney health clinic and a kidney health clinical trials
  • registry to keep patients and families informed of research and trial opportunities.
  • The power of those two accessing this would be a registry, a place where clinical trials could be placed
  • span marker="808" data-time="4842">A place where all of that work that is being done, those clinical trials
  • After choosing not to continue with the phase two clinical trial, CPS filed a court order to remove my
Summary: During this meeting, the committee engaged in extensive discussions regarding various bills aimed at improving public health and welfare, including chronic kidney disease resources and statewide health literacy initiatives. Chair Guillen presented House Bill 3269, which proposes the creation of a centralized resource center for chronic kidney disease that is tailored to help patients and healthcare providers with information and resources, garnering robust support from the committee. Additionally, House Bill 1295 was discussed, focusing on enhancing statewide health literacy with a long-range coordination plan from the Department of State Health Services, which was also received favorably by committee members.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Apr 23rd, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Insurance Committee

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  • Texas Trial Lawyers Association and yourself registered for SB458, is that correct?
  • You get a bad ruling, a bad deposition, you're not ready for trial, and you pop out, demanding for appraisal
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on discussions surrounding SB458 and its companion bill HB4570, which address appraisal provisions in insurance policies. Chairman Dean emphasized the importance of preserving consumer rights regarding appraisals in dispute resolution and thanked stakeholders for their involvement. Testimonies were presented by various experts who supported the bill, highlighting how it could help consumers by providing a more efficient alternative to litigation in settling claims and potentially leading to higher awards for policyholders. The bill aims to streamline the appraisal process and ensure timely resolutions for insurance claims related to both personal and auto insurance.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services Mar 18th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • patients to access investigational therapies that have completed an FDA-approved phase 1 clinical trial
  • Often, there are no clinical trials with rare or ultra-rare diseases because there are simply not enough
  • but were still undergoing trials to determine their efficacy before receiving treatment.
  • Try legislation, allowing patients access to experimental treatments that have passed FDA safety trials
  • However, the clinical trial system created in the 1960s was designed for evaluating drugs that would
Summary: The meeting of the committee was focused predominantly on various bills concerning healthcare and insurance policies, reflecting significant discussions on how these laws impact the community. Notably, Senate Bill 660 was introduced to enhance safety measures at healthcare facilities, discussing the necessity for bollards to prevent unauthorized vehicular access, highlighting a bipartisan understanding of public safety. Senator West emphasized the importance of these regulations, citing real-world incidents that necessitate such actions. Public testimonies complimented this discussion, providing insight into community needs for enhanced security in hospitals.
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  • In the 2019-20 school year, we ran a school milk choice trial.
  • Byler, in your testimony, you highlighted the significant reduction of milk waste as a result of the trial
  • So when we had the milk trial after about seven years of not having those options, the students were
  • The milk that we were ordering increased by 50%, and the waste decreased by 95% during the trial years
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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  • After my time as a trial attorney with DOJ, I joined HUD as the Deputy General Counsel, where I continue
  • I believe this extensive trial experience will help

Summary: The meeting involved significant discussions around key legislative proposals, primarily focusing on various bills such as HB2 and SB5. The committee examined the implications of these bills on issues like housing affordability and financial regulation. Notable members engaged in debates, providing differing perspectives on the potential economic impacts of the proposed bills. The meeting witnessed public testimony, which included a call for accountability in government actions and oversight of current financial policies. Members echoed concerns about following through on commitments to address critical issues affecting everyday Americans.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Education Feb 25th, 2025 at 10:00 am

House Public Education Committee

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  • But that information is related to criminal cases.
  • I'm having to talk at length about this, but then the blue chart represents not criminal history hits
  • p> And there are criminal
  • > The number seems to be cut off on my printout, but that is criminal
  • We are compelled to get criminal history hits on all these individuals, but if it is not one of those
Summary: The House Committee on Public Education convened a comprehensive meeting focused on critical issues impacting education in Texas. Chairman Buckley emphasized the committee's commitment to providing the largest public education investment in the state’s history while addressing pressing concerns such as funding disparities, teacher retention, and legislative changes impacting the educational landscape. Notably, Commissioner Mike Morath presented an extensive report detailing the current state of public education, highlighting a pressing need for adequate funding aligned with student needs and the challenges posed by deficit budgets in various school districts stemming from overreliance on temporary federal funding sources.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs May 5th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House State Affairs Committee

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  • So what are we criminalizing? Performance or identity?
  • favorite comedy movie, My Cousin Vinny, we find out a little bit into the movie that in his first murder trial
Bills: SB34, SB75, SB330, SB1535, SB18
Summary: The committee meeting was focused on several critical pieces of legislation, particularly SB34 aimed at enhancing wildfire response capabilities for volunteer fire departments throughout Texas. This bill introduces a statewide database for firefighting equipment and raises the grant cap for rural volunteer fire departments. Various witnesses, including experts and stakeholders, testified in support of the bill by emphasizing the increasing wildfire threats experienced in recent years. The committee spent considerable time addressing the amendments and concerns surrounding ongoing wildfire risks, ensuring that necessary resources are allocated to combat this urgency effectively. Discussion also revolved around SB75, a bill that seeks to codify security measures for the Texas electric grid in response to potential electromagnetic pulse threats and other vulnerabilities, with multiple testimonies highlighting the considerable risks posed to public safety and infrastructure if inaction persists. In addition to other bills discussed, there were notable debates around SB18 which aims to restrict public funding for libraries hosting certain performances. Critics expressed concerns over the potential limitations on community literacy programs, drawing attention to the overwhelming need for inclusive educational resources to combat literacy issues in Texas. The rigorous dialogue reflected the committee's commitment to not only legislative processes but also the significant impact these decisions hold for the broader Texas community. Overall, the meeting was well-attended, indicating active participation from both members and the public.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Feb 27th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

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  • ...to go on a dementia trial, but she did enroll in one.
  • We have about 70 trials that have been completed or are ongoing for the full range of diseases.
  • particular, we develop and test innovative models of health care delivery using randomized clinical trials
  • The results of these trials provide an evidence base for treatment guidelines for other clinicians caring
Bills: SB5, SJR3
Summary: The meeting focused on important legislative considerations surrounding dementia and healthcare funding in Texas. Discussions were centered on SB5 and SJR3, which aim to establish the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (DPRIT) and enhance funding for dementia research and prevention efforts. Senators highlighted the urgency of addressing the growing prevalence of dementia, emphasizing that nearly half of nursing home residents suffer from Alzheimer's or other related disorders. Public testimonies from experts and advocates underscored the need for research funding and the dire need for comprehensive care that could affect millions of Texans.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services Apr 15th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • are the expanded clinical trials.
  • span marker="796" data-time="4770">So there's a five percent chance when you're at phase one clinical trial
  • You know, we've had to, you know, the companies have closed the clinical trials, but we have several
  • And so I'm hoping that you have some trials and some grants being sought to look at this.
Summary: The committee meeting showcased extensive discussions surrounding multiple bills, predominantly focusing on the health sector and legislative processes. Senator Cook presented Senate Bill 1310, emphasizing the need for independent living facilities to develop disaster response plans to better protect vulnerable residents during emergencies. This bill sparked discussions on the importance of balancing regulatory oversight with compliance implementation, showcasing testimonies from stakeholders who supported the proactive measures outlined in the bill. Together, the members evaluated the relevance of continuing legislation aimed at strengthening emergency preparedness for Texas' senior population, illustrating a palpable concern for their welfare and safety.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House Appropriations - S/C on Article III

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  • Our second exceptional items request seeks to build upon our legacy and success in the criminal justice
  • With the Law Enforcement Academy and nationally recognized criminal
  • in criminal justice and related fields, bridging the gap
  • justice department is, as well as the criminal justice district, many of our alumni from the university
  • We don't have any clinical trials.
Summary: The meeting focused on key funding initiatives related to mental health and higher education in Texas, highlighting the importance of sustaining the loan repayment program for mental health professionals. Public testimony underscored a significant 600% increase in applications resulting from recent funding and legislative changes, positioning Texas as a critical area for addressing mental health provider shortages, particularly in rural communities. The discussion also touched on the Behavioral Health Innovation Grant Program, which remains unfunded despite its potential to further strengthen the state’s workforce pipeline.

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