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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations Feb 18th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And then just real quickly about the ESF.

  • of Texas does not come in and collect property tax.
  • to maintain the property tax relief established since House Bill 3 of the 86th Legislature.
  • Whether you include property tax relief or others.
  • Just real quick, thank you so much for the presentation. I just wanted to go back to the.
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 (Part I) May 15th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • school districts than it does for property-poor districts?
  • I have an idea because all of our school districts' property
  • insurance costs have gone up, and I have an idea that we just do a property insurance study to help
  • We have seen real results.
  • Madam Chair, real quick, don't leave, Doctor.
Bills: HB2
Summary: The Senate Education Committee's meeting focused heavily on HB2, which proposes an historic investment of $8 billion into Texas public education. Senator Creighton led the discussion, explaining the components of the committee substitute and emphasizing the importance of increasing funding beyond past measures, highlighting that this package exceeds any previous investment in public education. The committee heard testimonies from public witnesses who expressed strong support for the bill, including educators discussing the positive impacts of the Teacher Incentive Allotment. The meeting adjourned after a vibrant discussion about the various provisions included in HB2, such as adjustments in funding allocations for both traditional and charter schools, and the ongoing issues related to educational equity across districts in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation Apr 16th, 2025

Senate Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Had they not done that, property taxes would have had to be used to pay for that, and that kept property
  • It's a big issue in Corpus Christi because most of this property that the port has is tax exempt.
  • The Economic Development Authority can lease property or whatever they need.
  • This is very much a real concern that I have as I read this.
  • Uh, right, you can't levy a property tax, right? Correct.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on legislative discussions surrounding multiple Senate bills, with a significant emphasis on Senate Bill 2080, which aims to modernize outdated regulations affecting navigation districts and port authorities in Texas. Senator Alvarado led the discussion on this bill, highlighting its potential to streamline operations and enhance flexibility in Texas ports, aligning them with national best practices. Several members of the committee expressed support for this legislation, citing its economic implications for Texas, particularly in relation to job creation and infrastructure improvement. However, concerns were raised by representatives from the city of Corpus Christi regarding provisions within the bill that might expand the port's authority, potentially impacting local governance and tax revenue.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Mexico is depriving the state of Texas of its property under the treaty.
  • managing water resources in certain areas of Mexico that is depriving Texas and the U.S. of its property
  • And we try to protect trees, but the real issue here is the
  • For over 30 years now, Mexico has regularly failed to fulfill its delivery obligations, leading to real
  • frightening scenario that South Texans could not turn on their faucet and have no water is all too real
Summary: During this committee meeting, significant discussions focused on water resource management and legislative measures required to address the ongoing water crisis in Texas, particularly the implications of non-compliance with the 1944 Water Treaty by Mexico. Chair Senator Perry highlighted the urgent need to enforce water allocation agreements as they have direct impacts on Texas agriculture and local economies. Notably, Senate Bill 744 and Senate Bill 1248 were passed, addressing the pressing needs for improved water management practices and data protection for wildlife information gathering, respectively. There was overwhelming support expressed for SCR 13, emphasizing the necessity for action to ensure Mexico meets its water obligations, which are critical for sustaining Texas's agricultural sectors and economic stability.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part II) Feb 11th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's real. We got rid of the surveillance zones and containment zones in the last revision.
  • It seems to me the real threat to a deer in Texas is more from traffic than it is anything else.
  • So here's a real quick question. The duck stamp is an actual national issue.
  • But there are some actual holding places, like you would visualize a real dam with a reservoir.
  • Ultimately, we want to reduce the loss of life and the loss of property.
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting included a comprehensive discussion on various upcoming budget recommendations impacting the Railroad Commission and water funding allocations. Significant dialogue focused on Senate Bill 30, which addresses water funding appropriations crucial for developing and maintaining the state's water infrastructure amidst growing demand. Testimonies from various stakeholders emphasized the urgency of addressing water resource issues in Texas, given the state's increasing population and the forthcoming infrastructure needs. Additionally, climate change impacts and funding challenges were heavily underscored by the participants, showcasing a collective concern over future water supply and management. The committee also reviewed the implications of Senate Bill 8 and Senate Joint Resolution 75 regarding the creation of new funds and programs for water management and development. Importantly, the potential for a dedicated revenue stream was raised, echoing the sentiment that a historic investment in water infrastructure is critical. The meeting adjourned with plans for a follow-up to further evaluate and confirm budget appropriations, reflecting a strong commitment to tackle Texas's pressing water challenges.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 19th, 2025 at 10:02 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We could take up property tax relief, water infrastructure, or Abbott's emergency items.
  • The Senate, for example, just sent a measure which would give our homeowners significant property tax
  • At the rodeos, Cody is a real man of morals and sticks by his word.
  • In 1937, Texas BOMA represents the interests of stakeholders in the commercial real estate business.
  • Texas BOMA and its members serve as a voice for those who work in the commercial real estate industry
Summary: The meeting featured a range of resolutions being discussed, with many representatives emphasizing the importance of various community celebrations across the state. Notable mentions included HR288 recognizing Medical City Dallas Hospital for its contributions to healthcare, and HR273 honoring Delta Xi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority at the University of Texas for its historic significance and community work. The discussion emphasized praise for local organizations contributing to healthcare, education, and cultural heritage.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • p>I think the United States has a bit to catch up, but it is a real
  • business and a very real operation.
  • against real property and the enforcement of a deed of trust.
  • Regarding insurance of properties in hurricane-prone areas
  • Yeah, just explain real briefly to the dais...

Summary: The committee meeting included extensive discussions on a variety of bills, predominantly focusing on cleanup legislation aimed at aligning Texas laws with current practices and standards within various professional fields. Notable bills discussed included SB703, which addressed licensing consequences for massage establishments to close loopholes in existing law, and SB764, which related to improving procedures for electrician's licensing appeals. Several members expressed support for these measures, highlighting their importance in maintaining professional integrity and public safety. Public testimonies were received, offering insights and support from professionals in the fields impacted by these legislative changes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Mar 5th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Life and property during different flood events.
  • Then, real quickly, I want to mention our federally

  • Back to slide 11 real quick, Brian, on the ARWAF, through the Rural Water Assistance Fund, and on the
  • That was a real upturn at that point. We certainly look at analyzing those cost-increased trends.
  • One of the real tension points here is the apportionment in that treaty.
Summary: During this meeting of the Texas House Natural Resources Committee, critical discussions centered on various legislative proposals impacting water management and conservation in the state. Chairman Harris emphasized the importance of balancing economic growth with conservation efforts, noting the urgency of addressing Texas's finite water resources. Several members raised concerns about the administrative processes governing water laws, and a variety of bills were presented, including a definition cleanup bill and modifications to reporting requirements. The committee heard testimony from multiple stakeholders who provided insights on existing issues and proposed solutions to enhance water management in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Education May 20th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Public Education Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • and then we had a statewide property tax issue, but that's
  • They are being good neighbors here and basically giving Bridge City ISD a portion of the property that
  • Just real quick, I've got a kid in second grade.

  • ...real, real brief response. It's very brief.
  • Real brief.
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • 3710 by Drew Darby concerns the effect of the tax certificate accompanying a transfer of certain property
  • County and Regional Government, HB 3733 relates to the fees charged by county clerks for certain property
  • p>

    HB 3751 by Trent Ashby relates to the transfer of certain real

  • property from the Texas Department of Transportation to the Texas Department of Public Safety for the
  • Relating to the transfer of certain property from the Texas
Summary: The committee meeting highlighted a series of bills focused on various legislative concerns, including healthcare, education, and regulatory measures. The discussion was notably lively, with several members expressing strong support for initiatives aimed at enhancing workforce development in the healthcare sector. Specific bills such as HB3801 and HB3803 were examined, with members detailing the benefits of establishing dedicated councils to improve local health resonating throughout the meeting. Additionally, the incorporation of advanced technologies in the education system was a focal point, particularly in relation to HB3828 regarding the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Mar 6th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We talked a lot about that on the floor in the property

  • more for you in this building to try to make sure that you deliver the service of health care in a real
  • ...have so many real concerns in this state and so many of
  • our citizens that are asking for real help.
  • Committee of Heirs reviews of real property owned

Summary: The meeting focused on several significant bills, including SB703, which addresses the criminal and licensing implications for various massage establishments and was aimed at aligning state laws with federal regulations by closing existing loopholes. Senator Zaffirini played a vital role in facilitating discussions on multiple bills, including SB21, which proposes the establishment of the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, emphasizing the need for Texas to explore forward-thinking financial strategies amidst federal monetary inflation concerns. Additionally, SB790, aimed at streamlining the resolution process for tenant-landlord disputes regarding water and wastewater billing, was also presented, drawing attention to due process concerns but ultimately supported for its efficiency improvements.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 Feb 20th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • ...real support and protections.
  • So we had record teacher pay on top of a record property tax bill.
  • people, for real families, these teachers.
  • We're working on getting property tax down.
  • Educators need real, permanent, and equitable compensation.
Bills: SB26
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Education featured an extensive discussion on Senate Bill 26, aimed at reforming teacher compensation in Texas. Notable highlights included testimonies emphasizing the urgent need for meaningful salary increases for teachers across the state. Members discussed the historical nature of the proposed pay raises, which would establish a permanent salary allotment for teachers, allowing for dispatches of nearly $5 billion aimed at boosting educator retention. The importance of addressing teacher safety and equality across various educational roles was also a significant point of focus during this meeting.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • had been to individual landowners whose property line abutted
  • This can lead to problems of property owners who do not want or refuse to maintain the land.
  • County Road existed if the property is wholly or partially
  • He was from Atlanta, Georgia, and a real community leader
  • Let's call the roll real quick. Let's go ahead and call the roll.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee focused extensively on several bills, including discussions surrounding public safety and road management in Texas. A notable bill discussed was SB1351, which aims to designate a section of U.S. Highway 281 in honor of a fallen Border Patrol agent. Hearing emotional testimonies from family members highlighted the community's support for this tribute. Additionally, the committee progressed through multiple bills including SB2589 and SB2707, both addressing local governance issues and emergency response improvements, with discussions on operational practices and compliance with safety standards involving transportation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation (Part II) Apr 9th, 2025

Senate Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • These are real emergencies, with people sometimes experiencing
  • I know you worry about property taxes, but they didn't; they used the surplus money.
  • First flag—this is a history lesson, but it's a real one. The flag went up.
  • So I wanted to just kind of share real quickly.
  • We opened our property in 2021, and I can vouch for our commissioner.
Summary: The meeting involved significant discussions around several bills focused on public safety and infrastructure, particularly involving the Texas Toll Road Authority. A prominent topic was SB2722 and its implications for funding essential services at the local level. Various members expressed concerns that the bill could undermine local budgets and infrastructure projects, potentially redirecting funds intended for critical transport services to cover emergency responses without proper oversight. Fire and police representatives emphasized the importance of toll revenue being used for its intended purposes rather than being diverted to address fiscal mismanagement within the city.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 18th, 2025 at 12:08 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Legislation reducing the property tax burden on... and legislation imposing spending limits on entities
  • authorized to impose property taxes.
  • "864">Select HB number twenty-three by Harless relates to exemptions from ad valorem taxation of property
  • by Bella Montgomery relates to the allocation and deposit of certain surplus state revenue to the property
  • tax relief fund for use in reducing property taxes.
Summary: The committee meeting addressed a range of legislation aimed at addressing public safety and emergency preparedness, particularly focusing on the aftermath of recent storms in Texas. A noteworthy aspect of the discussions involved several bills related to youth camp safety, disaster preparedness, and the establishment of emergency communication systems. Members actively debated the merits of various proposals, with particular attention on HB80, which addresses abortion-related liabilities, indicating a contentious atmosphere surrounding personal rights and public health issues. Testimonies from public witnesses reinforced the urgency of implementing stronger flood response measures and safeguarding vulnerable populations during emergencies.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 19th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • p>We could take up school choice right now, we could take up property
  • The Senate, for example, just sent which would give our homeowners significant property tax relief, and
  • Let me real quick recap the excuses we have heard over

  • Cody is a real man of morals and sticks by his word.
  • Texas BOMA and its members serve as a voice for those who work in the commercial real estate industry
Summary: The committee meeting was conducted with several discussions surrounding various proposed bills, addressing both public interests and legislative concerns. Specific bills were presented, and members debated the implications of each, emphasizing their potential impact on the community and state regulations. Notably, several testimonies were heard from stakeholders, which enriched the conversation and provided different perspectives on the bills being reviewed.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • modernize the North American economy and the North American Aerospace Defense Command to meet the real
  • There have been efforts to try to seize American property
  • Do those strike you as some of the real drivers of migration?
  • I want to just also move on real quickly.
  • Last year, I introduced language to impose real costs on Mexico for these failures.
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 Regular

Appropriations Feb 18th, 2025 at 08:02 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • You know, the fact is, obviously, I have heard about property...
  • of Texas does not come in and collect property tax.
  • For new property tax relief, the new property tax relief
  • I know sometimes you don't always see things in real life, but...
  • Because it is real and that is a major impact for turnover.
Summary: The meeting involved a series of discussions around various legislative matters, focusing primarily on proposed bills and amendments. Members of the committee voiced their opinions on the implications of each bill, and several public witnesses offered testimony supporting and opposing different initiatives. Notable conversations revolved around fiscal responsibilities and the impact of these legislations on local communities. Overall, the dialogue was constructive, highlighting the differing perspectives among committee members and witnesses.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part I) May 26th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • But it's not property taxes.
  • districts and cities are paid by residential property owners.
  • All property owners... within the district only.
  • Are you looking at, you know, industrial property? Is it going to be...
  • of the larger property owners that have property that would be amenable to industrial development.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Local Government convened to discuss various important bills, primarily focusing on housing and local governance issues. Significant discussions included House Bill 5509, aimed at enhancing municipal powers against human trafficking by allowing the suspension of hotel occupancy certificates when crimes are suspected. The committee thoroughly reviewed the proposed committee substitutes for several bills, stressing stakeholder input and the importance of due process in legislative changes. Additionally, public testimony highlighted community support for the new amendments designed to ensure safety and welfare, particularly concerning vulnerable populations. House Bill 5663, addressing vital infrastructure needs and associated funding, also received a favorable recommendation from the committee, advancing its path through legislative scrutiny.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Economic Development May 12th, 2025

Senate Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Are these on public or private property or both?
  • span marker="205" data-time="1224"> and actually found that all of these creations were still the property
  • Would the state need a right to enter the private property?
  • data-time="1296"> A Civil War Centennial Marker or a Republic of Texas Centennial Marker is state property
  • , regardless of whether the marker is located on public or private property, Senator Johnson.
Summary: The meeting of the Economic Development Committee featured extensive discussions on several bills focused on streamlining processes, improving technology education, and preserving historical sites. House Bill 1240 was presented to unify the definition of the Texas-Mexico border region, which drew no objections during the public testimony segment. Another significant bill discussed was HB2768, aimed at establishing an IT apprenticeship credential to address workforce shortages in state government, indicating a proactive approach to enhancing the state's technical capabilities. The chair emphasized the importance of these initiatives in bolstering both education and economic capacity within Texas.

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