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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Mar 5th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • , but nothing from the wildfire report.
  • Specifically, are they mandated to report to us?
  • I noticed you included the Hurricane Beryl report in your handout, but nothing from the wildfire report
  • report, and I started it.
  • And then finally, a little report on the winter storm...
Summary: The meeting convened primarily to discuss HB5066, focusing on energy policy and power generation in Texas. Key discussions revolved around the challenges and opportunities associated with forecasting energy demand and the balance between different types of generation sources, including renewables and thermal energy. Members voiced concerns about the speed at which new power generation can be integrated into the grid, with panelists emphasizing the critical need for effective transmission enhancements to keep pace with increasing demand. Notably, members also scrutinized the historical allocation of a $5 billion fund intended for energy projects, urging a review of previous allocations before committing further funds.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Corrections Apr 16th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Corrections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • p>The chair moves that House Bill 1828, without amendments, be reported
  • The reporter couldn't make it.
  • We have done several reports that we've presented throughout the years.
  • ...report.
  • Again, this is a problem that Sunset recognized in its report that was adopted earlier this year.
Summary: The committee meeting was focused primarily on voting and discussions surrounding a range of house bills, particularly those related to criminal justice reform and the structure of educational programs within correctional facilities. Significant bills discussed included HB1828 on legislative leave for correctional officers and HB5261, which aims to transfer the administration of post-secondary education for inmates from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to the Windham School District. The committee members expressed varying levels of support for the bills and highlighted the need for improvements in the correctional system, particularly in education and health standards for inmates. Additionally, public testimony underscored the urgency of air conditioning in prison facilities, citing recent court findings regarding extreme temperatures as a violation of inmates' rights.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 9th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Representative Bhojani moves that HB322 be reported to

  • Representative Harris Davila moves that HB1240 without amendments be reported to the full house with
  • The bill moves that HB2037 be reported as a substitute.
  • Representative moves that HB3255 as substituted be reported to the full House.
  • Chairman Longoria moves that HB3698 as substituted be reported.
Summary: The meeting of the committee covered a range of bills focusing on various legislative measures aimed at improving transparency and accountability in both the public and private sectors. Notably, HB576 drew attention as it sought to clarify the legal definition of a 'person' in relation to real property transactions, addressing longstanding confusion in property law. Witnesses provided testimony supporting this bill, arguing it would greatly enhance clarity and uniformity in property dealings.
TX

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

Transcript Highlights:
  • Do we also need to say, like, we want the report by such and such?
  • That will be the next report.
  • The bill would require HHSC to complete the biannual report and include additional reporting information
  • The proposed substitute would require more detailed financial reporting as well as reporting.
  • As detailed in the report by the U.S.
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Apr 2nd, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • , basically beefing up the report on inactive wells.
  • report.
  • There being six ayes and two nays, Senate Bill 1758 is reported favorably.
  • There being seven ayes and no noes, Senate Bill 1759 is reported favorably.
  • Senate Bill 1759 is reported favorably.
Bills: SB2122, SB2050
Summary: The Senate Committee on Natural Resources convened to discuss developments regarding SB1150, related to the plugging of inactive wells. Senator Middleton presented the committee substitute for the bill, detailing key adjustments, including extending the effective date by two years to September 2027 to provide operators and the Railroad Commission adequate time for implementation. The discussions sought to address concerns regarding compliance complexity, particularly for wells inactive for more than 15 years. The relaxed timeline was intended to mitigate an initial rush before escalating requirements were imposed on stakeholders. In addition to the new timeline, revisions were made to enhance the clarity of reporting standards for operators regarding inactive wells.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Apr 16th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Governance regarding judicial reporting, court security, fee
  • First, Comptroller... or report to us what other committees can be eliminated from the agency to help
  • The committee substitute to Senate Bill 1574 is reported
  • Senate Bill 2774 will be reported favorably to the

  • ...be reported favorably to the full Senate.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on several key bills including SB2873, SB2900, HJR4, SB1574, and SB2774. Senator Nichols played a prominent role in discussing and moving multiple bills forward, indicating strong bipartisan support as votes consistently showed 'aye' without any dissent in the committee. Public testimony was received during discussions of these bills, notably around HJR4, which addresses concerns from the financial sector regarding the imposition of new taxes on transactions, and SB2774, which modifies the tax definitions to better include industrial uniform rental businesses. The discussions highlighted the importance of economic implications as well as sector-specific needs and benefits, ensuring various sectors were represented in the discourse. The committee adjourned with all bills reported favorably for further consideration by the full Senate.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation May 23rd, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • One company reported that it can take up to 15 days..

  • Senator West moves that HB 227 be reported to the Senate. Recommendation to do pass be printed.
  • HB 227, report in favor. All opposed say aye.
  • West moves that HB 2686 be reported to the Senate with a recommendation to pass.
  • HB 2686 is reported favorably to the Senate.
Summary: The meeting conducted by the Senate Transportation Committee focused on the evaluation and passage of various bills, including House Bills 1960, 2012, 2686, 3642, 3815, 3928, and 4520. Notably, HB1960 honors the late Lieutenant Milton Gabriel Veracendez for his service, and saw minimal public testimony, indicating broad support. Additionally, HB3815 proposed the creation of specialty license plates for U.S. Army Rangers, eliciting emotional and supportive responses from representatives and witnesses alike. All bills discussed were passed with unanimous votes without opposition, reflecting a cooperative effort among committee members to advance significant legislative initiatives. During the meeting, the atmosphere was congenial, with committee members commending each other for their collaborative spirit and contributions to public service. The committee declared its intention to adjourn after resolving the current bills, indicating a successful conclusion to the meeting. Public participation was limited, suggesting that stakeholders in the community largely supported the bills.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Cook moves that Senate Bill 1079 be reported to

  • Senator Nichols moves that Senate Bill 1243 be reported

  • Senator Paxson moves that Senate Bill 1504 be reported

  • Senator Cook moves that Senate Bill 1921 be reported

  • It is reported to the full Senate.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government revolved around the discussion and voting on several significant bills. Notably, Senate Bill 1079 was reported to the full Senate with a unanimous recommendation for passage, followed by an equally successful vote for Senate Bill 1243. Discussions included procedural details and recommendations for local calendars, showcasing a disciplined approach to legislative processes. The committee also reviewed Senate Bill 1504, which was similarly passed and referred to local and contested calendars. Throughout the meeting, senators engaged in structured dialogue, ensuring all voices were heard during roll calls and motions.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • Clerk will report.
  • Clerk will report.
  • Clerk will report.
  • Clerk will report.
  • Clerk will report.
Summary: The meeting of the committee was marked by significant discussions regarding various bills, including HB22 and SB5. A notable moment was the introduction of nominees Senator David Perdue and Ms. Monica Crawley, which led to discussions on the implications of their roles, particularly in relation to U.S.-China relations and foreign policy. Members exchanged views on the nominees' qualifications, emphasizing the importance of leadership in foreign diplomacy. Additionally, the committee heard testimonies from several witnesses both supporting and opposing certain bills, showcasing the diverse perspectives present.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 May 20th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The requirement to report out to both the FBI and law enforcement, other than school law enforcement,
  • In other words, the reporter has no obligation to collect evidence themselves.
  • For example, the language of Senate Bill 571 contains clearer reporting requirements.
  • the allegation to CPS, but we also follow up with the report.
  • Families were often reported by neighbors.
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on discussions surrounding various bills aimed at improving educational standards and safety in Texas. Notable discussions included House Bill 121, which was proposed to enhance school safety by allowing the Texas Education Agency to commission peace officers for schools, a measure that received both support and opposition regarding the authority of local school district police. Additionally, House Bill 367 addressed the issue of excused absences for students with serious illnesses, emphasizing the need for clear documentation requirements to assist families and educators in managing these situations. The meeting was marked by public testimonies from various stakeholders, including educators and policy advocates, who provided insights and experiences that illustrated the importance of the legislation being considered.
TX
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    Let's see, Senator Paxson moves House Bill 5688 be reported

  • Senator Paxson moves that House Bill 5674 be reported

  • Senator Cook moves that House Bill 5671 be reported to

  • Senator Paxson moves that House Bill 5694 be reported

  • The committee substitute to House Bill 5696 is reported to the full Senate.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on the review and recommendations for several bills concerning utility districts and development projects. Among the key bills discussed was HB5671, which updates the Johnson County Special Utility District's provisions to accommodate rapid county growth. Chairman's call for public testimony on various bills indicated broad community interest, though many bills advanced without opposition. Notably, HB5694, aiming to create the Fannin County Improvement District, illustrated strong legislative support, gaining a swift recommendation to pass without any public testimony against it. Additionally, HB5696 saw a proposed committee substitute that resulted from the feedback regarding its statewide implications, highlighting the committee's responsiveness to community concerns regarding localized impacts.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • reports to state leadership, and quarterly public meetings
  • Senator Sparks moves that House Bill 112 be reported favorably to the full Senate with the recommendation
  • There being four ayes and one nay, House Bill 112 will be reported to the full Senate with a favorable
  • There being three ayes and two nays, House Bill 117 will be reported to the full Senate with a favorable
  • There being five ayes and zero nays, the committee substitute for House Bill 5616 will be reported to
Summary: The Senate Economic Development Committee convened to discuss several proposed bills, primarily focusing on enhancing economic growth, infrastructure, and public safety. Key discussions included HB112, which aims to establish Texas Science Park Districts to foster innovation and secure the state's economic future. Senator Parker presented this bill, emphasizing its potential to support local entrepreneurs and technology leaders while safeguarding Texas jobs. There were no witnesses registered for public testimony for this bill, highlighting the requirement for robust stakeholder engagement moving forward. Additionally, HB3686 was addressed, which involves the recognition of retired peace officers' ranks on their credentials, a measure intended to uphold their dignity and address past oversights in the credentialing process.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Public Health Aug 22nd, 2025 at 09:08 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • They have a duty to report, but what do they do with the reporting? And who do they report to?
  • ...report.
  • there's a second report.
  • or issue a report?
  • adverse reaction, there are reporting...
Bills: HB265, HB25
Summary: In this meeting of the Public Health Committee, the primary focus was on youth camp safety and legislation designed to address serious regulatory gaps. Representative Hull presented HB265, which aims to reform the oversight of youth camps to ensure better safety protocols and stricter regulations. The emotional testimony from families affected by past incidents highlighted the urgent need for change and accountability in camp operations. Representatives discussed necessary amendments to the bill, emphasizing the inclusion of child safety experts on the advisory committee and proposing measures to improve the enforcement of safety standards.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Delivery of Government Efficiency Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • In our reports, we have found instances where reported

  • on the cost report, such as gifts.
  • Self-report and the agency's audit?
  • They don't exist, and if you've ever dealt with our agency, the number of reports, ad hoc reports, audits
  • on that self-report...
Summary: The meeting of the committee involved detailed discussions surrounding several key pieces of legislation, most notably focused on the implications of artificial intelligence through HB149. This bill was presented by Chairman Capriglione as a comprehensive framework aimed at addressing potential harms associated with AI usage in Texas, emphasizing consumer protection and accountability. Witnesses from various organizations provided input, highlighting the bill's aim to create clarity around acceptable AI practices while simultaneously fostering innovation. Some members raised concerns over specific provisions related to political viewpoint discrimination and local preemption, indicating a need for adjustments to ensure comprehensive protections without infringing on existing rights.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Apr 23rd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • SB455, without amendment, be reported favorably to the full
  • The chair moves that HB3316 be reported favorably to

  • The Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council, housed at HHSC, and its 2024 report cites conditions.
  • Again, the data was compiled and reported in 2024, so there's no way to...
  • It was not compiled as a statistical report, a compilation by the Department of Insurance.
Summary: The House Committee on Insurance meeting covered multiple bills focused on healthcare regulations and patient accessibility. Notably, House Bill 3057 was highlighted in testimony from citizens advocating for expanded access to CAR T-cell therapy, which has shown effectiveness for blood cancers. Testimonies were given by affected individuals, emphasizing the need for local treatment options without the burden of travel to distant medical facilities. Similarly, House Bill 4603 was laid out with the intent to align arbitration options and ensure that consumers receive timely resolutions in disputed medical charges. Overall, the committee demonstrated an active engagement with the public and various stakeholders while navigating key issues affecting health insurance and patient care in Texas.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce Apr 24th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Sharon King moves that Senate Bill 2139 be reported favorably

  • Senate Bill 2139 is reported without objection and sent

  • Senate Bill 2530 is reported and we'll send that to the floor
  • The committee substitute for Senate Bill 2858 is reported, and we'll send that to the full Senate.
  • So, Senator Crane moves to reconsider the vote by which Senate Bill 1856 was reported in favor.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Business and Commerce Committee was marked by discussions on several significant bills, with a keen emphasis on legislative updates and committee substitutes. Notably, Senator Blanco presented a new committee substitute for SB2610, which modifies the employee cap from 100 to 250 and extends the update timeline for cyber security programs for small businesses. This substitute was adopted unanimously, reflecting a collaborative agreement among the committee members. Additionally, there were discussions surrounding SB1856 as Senator Crayton provided insights into how stakeholder feedback influenced the bill's committee substitute. The committee ultimately voted in favor, pushing it towards the local and contested calendar, indicating the bill's progression through legislative channels.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Apr 9th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • According to multiple reports...
  • I now report directly to the City Council. So does that answer your question?
  • So, could this report, it appears to me—and that it's the governor with the...
  • Or is this bill just to keep, let's make sure they do report?
  • I'm happy to report that today the bill passed.
Summary: The meeting of the Committee covered various bills with a notable focus on HB3426, which aims to modernize how Texans access and present their driver's license by introducing a digital option. Testimonies from proponents highlighted the convenience and necessity of making identification more accessible in a digital age, while security and privacy concerns around the potential for data mishandling were also addressed. Additional discussions included HB3033, which proposes a donation mechanism for non-profits supporting Department of Public Safety employees, reinforcing community support for those in service.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Administration Apr 28th, 2025

Senate Administration Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Kolkhorst moves that HCR64 be reported favorably

  • There being 4 ayes and 0 nays, HCR64 will be reported

  • be reported favorably to the full Senate.
  • SCR30 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
  • There being four ayes and three nays, HCR35 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
Bills: SCR3, SCR30, SB2375, HCR35
Summary: The Senate Committee on Administration convened to discuss several important bills, notably SCR30, SB2375, HCR35, and HCR64. Senator Cook presented SB2375, which is related to non-substantive codification of laws and ensures that existing codes are accurately maintained without substantive changes. The committee reported favorably on this bill, recognizing the significant cleanup it provides within the statute. Furthermore, SCR30 was discussed, aiming to designate Matagorda County as the Birding Capital of Texas, emphasizing the area's rich ecological diversity and the promotion of ecotourism. Public testimony supported the designation, highlighting local pride and environmental conservation efforts.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs May 7th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair moves that House Bill 1065, as substituted, be reported

  • Senate Bill 2543, without amendments, be reported favorably
  • Is there a motion to approve the report?

  • Now, the profiling report that we do, it's a guard-as-a-motor.
  • A report is done to the Commissioner’s Court, a report is
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on the discussion and voting of various bills, with significant attention given to HB2082, which addresses the definition of short barrel firearms, and HB5528, related to the establishment of the Texas Law Enforcement Crisis Prevention Task Force. Chairman Heffner led the meeting, facilitating discussions that included debates on several bills and their implications. Notably, HB3626 concerning coroners' state benefits saw a unanimous vote supporting its passage. Public testimony highlighted the impacts of these legislative efforts, particularly in relation to law enforcement's operational effectiveness and community safety initiatives.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and CommerceAudio only. May 26th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • You asked whether a cyber force of this magnitude should report

  • All such purchases will appear in a quarterly report to the legislature.
  • Committee substitute House Bill 150 is reported favorably to the full Senate.
  • House Bill 2517 is favorably reported. The Chair lays out as a matter of pending business two.
  • King moves that House Bill 3520 be reported favorably

Summary: During this meeting of the Senate Committee on Business and Commerce, significant discussions revolved around House Bill 150, which addresses the establishment of the Texas Cyber Command. Senator Parker presented a detailed overview of the bill, emphasizing its independence as a standalone agency that maintains legislative oversight while allowing the flexibility to partner with various state institutions. The members engaged actively, addressing concerns about procurement processes during cybersecurity emergencies and ensuring that local entities retain vendor choices without being forced to adopt particular systems. The committee unanimously supported the bill, moving it favorably to the full Senate.

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