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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Feb 5th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

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  • working hard to try to do as much communication as we can with community colleges, working closely with
  • strictly community.
  • colleges, just strictly community.
  • professionals that address the critical demand for health care in our communities.
  • We really see this as community-led and community-driven

Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting focused on the funding recommendations for public health-related institutions and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. During the session, significant discussions were held around the $4.2 billion in total funding recommended for the 2026-27 biennium, which reflects a notable decrease compared to the previous biennium. Key highlights included an increase in funding for various educational support programs like the Graduate Medical Education expansion, and the need for modern data systems in colleges to ensure educational programs meet workforce demands. Testimonies from representatives highlighted both concerns about budget cuts and optimism for enhanced funding initiatives.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 4th, 2025 at 02:02 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • Today we'd like to recognize the very, very dear members of our community.
  • Morales: ...the incredible contributions of the East End community.
  • Please join me in recognizing the Cedar Creek Lake community.
  • It's a thriving community filled with opportunities.
  • ...access to care for our Texans.
Summary: The committee meeting highlighted several key resolutions, including the recognition of various days to celebrate regions and groups within Texas. Notably, H.R. 127 was passed, recognizing February 4th, 2025, as Texas Energy Day, underscoring the significance of the oil and gas industry in Texas' economy. During discussions, Representative Harrison voiced strong opposition to SCR 11, expressing concerns over legislative inaction and advocating for tackling pressing issues like property taxes and educational reform. His remarks underscored frustrations with the current leadership’s handling of significant legislation, suggesting a pattern of strategic inaction to avoid accountability.
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  • visits and for patients in rural communities and for clients who can't regularly access patient care
  • At one time, I did teach at McLennan Community College in the...
  • This lack of care forces people from all walks of...
  • Take care of your own stuff if that's what you want to mandate.
  • And then you have marginalized communities that get just fed this.
Summary: The meeting was convened to discuss various Senate Bills, focusing on issues pertinent to agriculture, environment, and public health. Notably, Senator Perry spearheaded discussions on SB1247 and SB1948, emphasizing the need for committee substitutes to adapt the bills to recent legislative requirements. SB1948, in particular, was introduced to exempt agricultural structures from certain fire safety regulations, reflecting concerns among agricultural producers regarding compliance costs. Multiple members supported this legislation, highlighting the impact on the agricultural sector's operational viability.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • And so, it's a huge loss to the East Texas community.
  • El Paso Community Foundation, Gigi's Playhouse of El Paso.
  • Leadership Southwest's mission is to connect people in the community.
  • His legacy and his community advocacy are unmatched. Al B.
  • Including licensure, community-based care, contractors,
Summary: The meeting involved robust discussions among committee members about various bills, notably those concerning criminal justice reforms and public health matters. Significant focus was placed on speaker bills such as HB2792, which addressed a proposed moratorium on capital punishment, and HB2813, aiming to enhance notifications to victims regarding scheduled court proceedings. Additionally, notable debates unfolded around bills aimed at improving access to health care services and environmental regulations.
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  • Mink continues to give back to his community.
  • Mink continues to give back to his community. He has even led.
  • community partners.
  • for our troops, and ensuring they receive world-class care.
  • I will continue to communicate.
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on military procurement and modernization, with significant discussions surrounding the Air Force's capabilities and strategic needs. Key topics included the urgent need for recapitalization of the Air Force's fighter squadrons, as well as the importance of integrating new technologies like autonomous systems to bolster military effectiveness. Several senators raised concerns about the current resources available to the Air National Guard and the potential loss of skilled service members if recapitalization plans are not swiftly developed. There were also discussions on the importance of maintaining air superiority in light of evolving threats, particularly from adversaries like China.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Workforce Apr 29th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House S/C on Workforce

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  • providers, including emergency care.
  • Economic damages, including lost wages, medical bills, and psychological care...
  • in our community.
  • because they don't care.
  • line, a community that is a fifth.
Summary: The meeting of the committee included significant discussions centered around various bills, particularly those related to workers' compensation, opportunity youth, and sexual harassment. Representative Patterson spearheaded a discussion on HB2369, a bill aimed at reforming the workers' compensation system for first responders, stressing the need for swift evaluations and treatment to facilitate quicker recovery. Several members voiced their support, citing the bill's importance in ensuring that injured first responders can return to work more efficiently. Public testimony highlighted personal stories that underscored the critical impact of the legislation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 27th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • Let us be one state under your providential care, one

  • Communications and the president of the Ms.
  • The MetroCrest Chamber plays a vital role in our communities.
  • You all are the community that makes the Stemmons Corridor go.
  • or other residential care, was referred to the Committee on Higher Education.
Summary: The meeting focused on honoring Senator Judith Zaffirini for her exceptional service to the state of Texas, marking her as the first female dean of the Texas Senate. Various members spoke of her achievements, highlighting her dedication to public service and her significant impact on the community and education, particularly for students with disabilities. The atmosphere was filled with camaraderie and deep respect, as colleagues shared personal anecdotes and affirmed her role as a mentor and leader.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Apr 7th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Public Health Committee

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  • This has led to confusion among the medical community, directly affecting the care provided to pregnant
  • We treat acute care.
  • Prosecution is very real on the health care community, correct
  • to go out of state for care, or in the state for care.
  • care to serve Texas women.
Summary: The meeting convened to discuss multiple bills, with a significant focus on HB44, which addresses medical exceptions in abortion law following the recent Dobbs decision. Lawmaker discussions highlighted concerns around the clarity of existing statutes, with several members expressing the need for a unified legal standard to protect both patients and medical professionals. The committee heard compelling testimonies from various industry experts advocating for the bill, emphasizing its importance in preventing confusion that could lead to detrimental health outcomes for women. Another noteworthy action was the committee's favorable recommendation for HB220, aimed at providing emergency contraception to survivors of sexual violence, reflecting the committee's commitment to addressing vulnerable communities' health needs. Additionally, discussions included the passage of HB499, which mandates social media warnings regarding mental health consequences, showcasing the diverse array of issues tackled in this session.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Mar 6th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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  • medicine, and urgent care.
  • Great community colleges, great higher ed as well.
  • to countless members of the San Antonio and the 26 surrounding counties' communities.
  • Everybody from Methodist, we really appreciate everything you do for our community and taking care of
  • They don't have health care to speak of.

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.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II) Apr 14th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • Senator, for your careful consideration of the feedback.
  • I want you to know our business community and our philanthropic community are... we wouldn't be able
  • But then we hear time and time again in this community...
  • It's really fine, and I really admire every member of this community.
  • for the care.
Summary: The meeting of the State Affairs Committee involved deliberations on a series of significant bills addressing issues such as election procedures, mental health crises, and the interplay between homelessness and public safety. Notably, Senator Parker presented Senate Bill 2487, focusing on creating infrastructure for mental health crisis management in urban areas, emphasizing the need for crisis service centers. Testimonies were heard from various stakeholders about the impact of mental health on homelessness, with supporters advocating for more comprehensive care while opposing viewpoints cautioned against conflating mental illness with criminal behavior. Another prominent discussion was around Senate Bill 2876, which proposed increasing penalties for rioting, specifically targeting those who conceal their identities. This stirred public outcry as civil rights advocates raised concerns about potential profiling and freedom of expression.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

State Affairs Aug 15th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • Stop attacking the community. Stop attacking the trans community.
  • And it's revolting to me that we have to sit here and pretend like you care about Texans or you care
  • care in our state.
  • The state won't even provide them with information on prenatal care or funding for prenatal care.
  • Do we care about their privacy or not? Do we really care?
Bills: SB6, SB7, SB8, SB11, SB12, SB13, SB15
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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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V Feb 26th, 2025 at 09:30 am

House Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V

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  • For example, the communications, they're not communicating
  • I do think that there are youth in my care and custody that exceed my care.
  • It should be coming from within the community, investing in the community and working together for it
  • system of care that safely...
  • If we expect children to be successful when they leave our care and go back into the community, they
Summary: The committee meeting focused on comprehensive budget recommendations across various law enforcement and correctional agencies. Notable discussions included funding for the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and the Legislative Budget Board's educational and support initiatives for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Specific emphasis was placed on addressing staffing shortages and retention of personnel, particularly in parole and correctional officer positions, amid rising concerns regarding jail standards and operational efficiency. The meeting also saw testimonies from agency heads who outlined their needs and challenges, underscoring the importance of legislative support for public safety and corrections reform.
TX
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  • You deserve, in America, health care that's affordable and available.
  • Texas' broken health care system, where far too many children
  • , women, seniors, and veterans don't have access to the health care that they need to live a life of
  • Black and brown communities will suffer the most.

  • of color, led by the Latino community, to elect the candidate of their choice.
Summary: The meeting highlighted significant concerns regarding the proposed redistricting in Texas, primarily driven by perceived political motivations from the Republican leadership. Speaker after speaker emphasized the urgency of stopping what they described as an attempt to gerrymander districts and suppress the votes of marginalized communities. Key figures such as House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries underscored that the current plans threaten not just democratic principles but directly impact the well-being of Texas constituents, particularly minority populations. The meeting stirred passionate debate about ensuring equitable representation and addressing systemic injustices within the electoral process. The persistence of local leaders and their collective stand against these actions was a focal point throughout discussions, showcasing a unified front against manipulation of electoral boundaries.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II) Mar 27th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • care.
  • There's a duty of care in the medical community to these patients, to these women.
  • We care about them. We care about their health. We care about their futures. I have mild asthma.
  • of reproductive health care options, including abortion care.
  • Finally, I could get care.
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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  • for people, caring for other families.
  • We do a lot for the community, within the communities, and it's a very honorable and sacred profession
  • In fact, one of them will someday take care of me.
  • A high-quality child care program in East Texas may be able to charge $50 a day for infant care and receive
  • This penalizes providers who serve our most vulnerable communities, reinforcing the child care deserts
Summary: The meeting conducted by the committee saw extensive discussion surrounding several key bills, including HB4749, SB621, and HB201. Notably, HB3133, which involves legislation regarding explicit deepfake content and social media, was presented and debated vigorously with a committee substitute being proposed to align it with federal standards following the recent federal 'Take It Down' Act. The committee moved to report several bills favorably, including HB1506, emphasizing support for updating laws concerning political contributions and expenditures. Public testimonies were held on various bills, allowing stakeholders to voice their perspectives, particularly on legislation concerning tactical medical professionals and their role during high-risk incidents. The committee concluded the meeting by laying out additional bills for further discussion in subsequent sessions, underscoring a commitment to thorough legislative review.
TX
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  • , African American communities, and Asian American communities.
  • The Mexican-American community and the Latino community want to be represented.
  • You said you live, reside, and care for your community—Congressional District 18, is that right?
  • This heavily affects communities of color, not that y'all ever cared about them anyway.
  • I represent many walks of life, and I care about the future of our communities. I'm here.
Summary: The meeting of the House Select Committee on Congressional Redistricting primarily focused on public testimony regarding the proposed revisions to the congressional redistricting plan known as C-2193. Various members of the public expressed their concerns about potential racial implications of the redistricting process, particularly the impact on black and brown communities. Testimonies highlighted the urgency for the legislature to prioritize flood relief and infrastructure instead of redistricting mid-decade, arguing that it undermines representative fairness and could disenfranchise many voters. The session saw active engagement from constituents who emphasized the importance of public input and transparency in a potentially transformative legislative process. The chair outlined a two-phase hearing plan to gather comprehensive public feedback before moving forward with legislative drafts.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part II) Jan 28th, 2025

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  • **Chair**: ...for health care costs for health care.
  • Access to the community was more important.
  • Is that the supplemental for UTMB care?
  • Is that the supplemental for UTMB care?
  • Is that the supplemental for UTMB care?
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

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  • The community came out in force to show their support for LBJ.
  • During the public meeting, the local community and staff of LBJ made themselves heard.
  • This bill is not just a direct answer to a serious problem that my community faces.
  • Which would be a treatment care facility.
  • I want to give you, Chairman, and my colleagues an example of what my community has.
Summary: The meeting of the committee convened to discuss multiple bills including SCR48, SB2351, SB2550, SB2203, SB410, and SB2082. Notably, Senator Miles presented SB2082, which aims to prevent concrete crushing facilities from operating near hospitals, following community outcry over health concerns linked to air pollution. The committee heard public testimony from various stakeholders, highlighting the community's significant opposition to such facilities in close proximity to critical healthcare services. Senator Alvarado's SB2351, addressing concrete plant regulations, was supported with favorable votes but faced concerns over the environmental implications of expansion requests. The meeting concluded with a recommendation for several bills to move forward to the full Senate for consideration.

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