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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Apr 7th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House State Affairs Committee

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  • It's not designed to handle many of those issues such as
  • I was designated as a witness in the rescheduling hearing, and finally, I was appointed by the state
  • "3400" data-time="20394">My company, Fork, is not a hemp company; we develop innovative software designed
  • Every day, through our shops, we meet veterans, parents, teachers, first responders, and seniors.
  • TABC is designed to regulate alcohol products.
Bills: HB28, SB3
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on discussions surrounding HB28, which aims to regulate the hemp market in Texas following the 2018 Farm Bill. The committee heard testimonies from stakeholders including industry advocates and law enforcement representatives. Notably, there were opposing views on the efficacy and safety of the proposed regulations, particularly concerning the potential impact on children and the risks associated with unregulated THC products. Many witnesses emphasized the need for a balanced approach to ensure consumer safety while allowing responsible adult access to THC products.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Mar 4th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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  • ...from the teachers and hear from all the practitioners
Summary: The committee meeting covered a range of topics, including memorial resolutions in honor of influential figures such as L. Clifford Davis and Reverend Dr. William Lawson. Senator West spoke warmly about Judge Davis, highlighting his contributions to civil rights, while others praised Reverend Lawson for his community service and leadership. These discussions underscored the committee's focus on recognizing individuals who have shaped Texas's history and values, fostering a deeper appreciation for the state's heritage.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Nominations Mar 31st, 2025

Senate Nominations Committee

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  • My mother was a devoted English teacher who served

Summary: The meeting of the committee predominantly focused on discussions surrounding juvenile justice reform and nomination confirmations. A notable point of contention was the nomination of Officer Justin Barry to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, which was met with dissent from Senator Eckhardt due to previous allegations of excessive force against protesters. The committee also engaged in discussions about the state of juvenile facilities and the Department of Juvenile Justice's current capacity and staffing, with various members emphasizing the importance of rehabilitation and reducing recidivism. There's a collective effort observed among committee members to adopt new strategies that encompass better training and improvements in facilities to ensure the proper care of youth within the system. Towards the end of the meeting, members reflected on past legislative efforts to increase funding and resources aimed at enhancing the juvenile justice system's effectiveness. The committee adjourned with decisions to continue refining their approaches to juvenile rehabilitation and to reconnect with community stakeholders to improve outcomes. Public contribution to these matters was apparent, highlighting a commitment to collaborate with various entities for better juvenile justice practices in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Intergovernmental Affairs Mar 18th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

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  • And I'm curious, was this program ever designed to be providing
  • Again, the Texas Housing Finance Corporations Act was designed to facilitate affordable housing within
  • Let's reject House Bill 530 and allow local governments the freedom to design and implement programs
  • It's about keeping people exactly where the system designed them to be: dependent, exhausted, and just
  • 2791" data-time="16740"> I served in the Austin Independent School District as a special education teacher
Summary: The meeting highlighted significant issues regarding housing funding mechanisms, particularly surrounding the complexities of Housing Finance Corporations (HFCs). Members voiced their concerns about the financial impacts these HFCs have on local government revenues, given that many property tax exemptions are given while maintaining market-rate rents. This discussion was sparked by alarming statistics indicating a rapid increase in tax dollars removed from local jurisdictions due to HFC activities, stressing the need for regulatory reforms to preserve affordable housing without financially jeopardizing municipalities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Apr 1st, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • 1375" data-time="8244">HB 4319 by Toth relating to the establishment of the service credit in the Teacher
Bills: HJR4, HJR6, HB195, HB13, HB143, HB135
Summary: The meeting focused primarily on H.J.R. 4, a proposed constitutional amendment that aims to prohibit taxes on securities transactions and occupation taxes on securities market operators. Representative Meyer introduced the resolution, explaining its intention to prevent the state legislature from imposing such taxes indefinitely. The proposal received unanimous support from the Ways and Means Committee but faced scrutiny from other members concerned about its implications for equity and taxation in Texas. Key discussions highlighted the potential long-term consequences of locking in tax breaks for wealthier entities, particularly amid rising living costs for ordinary Texans.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Jun 2nd, 2025 at 11:06 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • Sanchez is a former teacher with a master's in planning from UT Austin.
  • American artists to design for that company.
Summary: In this meeting, the committee primarily focused on the conference committee report for SB293. Representative Leach highlighted the collaborative efforts of both the House and Senate conferees in crafting a historic legislative package that aims to provide significant pay raises for Texas judges, a move deemed essential for maintaining a strong judiciary in the state. The discussion underscored the importance of bipartisan cooperation in achieving meaningful legislative outcomes. Additionally, there was a recognition of the hard work put in throughout the 89th session, with various members expressing pride in their achievements, particularly in public education reform.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Ways & Means Aug 22nd, 2025 at 10:08 am

House Ways & Means Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It can take just as long from design to completion.
  • Just like we have a teacher shortage, we may even have a
Bills: HB17, HB23, SB10
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several significant bills, particularly HB17 and SB10, both of which address property tax regulations in Texas. HB17 aims to enhance transparency and accountability in taxpayer notifications regarding property tax rate changes, requiring taxing entities to provide detailed information in notices. The bill received mixed reactions, with some supporting its intention to empower taxpayers while others criticized it as an unfunded mandate. Meanwhile, SB10 proposes to lower the voter approval tax rate for larger municipalities from 3.5% to 2.5%, sparking debates about its potential impact on public safety funding and local governments' financial flexibility. The discussions delved into the challenges posed by budget constraints and the need for efficient local governance in the face of rising costs and public safety demands. Overall, the meeting was well-attended, featuring robust discussions and a variety of perspectives around key legislative initiatives affecting Texas residents.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence Mar 18th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

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  • This is designed to give the magistrate guidance about what constitutes a history.
  • designated under U.S.
  • The system is supposed to be designed to protect the public, and most importantly, the most vulnerable
  • I am the primary teacher at the judges' CLE on bail and bonds for the people that the municipal judges
  • In the rural counties, I know sometimes they don't have, I guess, a designated judge, and they'll have
Summary: The committee meeting centered around a range of bills, with significant focus on public safety and welfare issues. Discussions highlighted the implications of HB166, which aims to enhance protections for vulnerable populations against the dangers of fentanyl exposure. Witness testimonies were presented both in support and opposition to the legislation. Representative Capriglione underscored the urgency of addressing this growing concern, as fentanyl's potency poses a lethal risk, particularly to children, elderly individuals, and disabled individuals. The session included a robust debate on how best to enforce these legal protections while balancing concerns about enforcement complexities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Apr 28th, 2025 at 11:04 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • This bill was designed to allow communities the option to expand this authority if it works for them
  • Part of the problem we have here is, as you've heard from the testimony, there are not clearly designated
  • ...designated dog dangerous, if appropriate.
  • As it is written now, we would be able to designate a dog
  • The section on the designation of a dog in the City of
Summary: During this meeting of the health committee, several key bills were discussed primarily focusing on health care practices and patient rights in Texas. In particular, House Bill 4553 drew significant attention as it aims to improve transparency in midwifery practices and ensure the safety of out-of-hospital births. Testimonies were presented both in support and opposition, with concerns raised by midwives regarding the implications of the bill on their practice and autonomy. Additionally, House Bill 3708, designed to assist those burdened by medical debt, was strongly supported by several witnesses bringing forth personal stories underscoring the need for improved access to charity care information. The meeting also covered discussions on organ transplant eligibility and informed consent related to vaccines, echoing larger public health considerations in the post-pandemic era.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation May 19th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We have about 7,000 employees and represent DOTs in both design-build and design-bid-build traditional
  • Design-build is not a silver bullet.
  • a design-bid-build.
  • First of all, design-build is the...
  • TxDOT might not want to design that type of bridge themselves, but by doing it design-build, the contractor
Summary: The committee meeting focused on various legislative proposals, particularly those related to transportation and public safety. A significant point of discussion was Senate Bill 35, which seeks to limit the Texas Department of Transportation's ability to utilize design-build contracts for infrastructure projects. Advocates for the bill expressed concerns over financial implications and the efficiency of project delivery, while opponents emphasized the need for flexibility and innovation in addressing Texas's growing infrastructure needs. Several stakeholders, including the Texas Trucking Association, engaged in debates over the impacts of the proposed limitations.
TX
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  • been for so many, as a primary income, but more importantly as a secondary income for some of our teachers
Summary: The meeting of the committee primarily focused on several significant bills aimed at enhancing accountability and transparency within Texas's Medicaid and long-term care systems. Notably, SB457 seeks to ensure that a substantial portion of Medicaid funds is allocated directly to patient care in nursing facilities, addressing concerns about the misuse of taxpayer dollars. Various testimonies were provided from key stakeholders, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by nursing homes and the pressing need for reform. Notably, AARP Texas endorsed SB457, emphasizing the critical need for improvements in care quality, especially in light of staffing shortages and neglect issues prevalent in some facilities.
US

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hearings to examine restoring Boeing's status as a great American manufacturer, focusing on safety first. Apr 2nd, 2025 at 09:00 am

Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

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  • My understanding is that the cause of the crash was the MCAS design, and those design changes have been
  • My understanding was that the cause of the crash was the MCAS design, and those design changes, the MCAS
  • has been redesigned, and design changes have been incorporated.
  • They fly designs, and we have potential design implementations.
  • So it's almost like how do you design a circuit card?
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on significant safety concerns surrounding Boeing and its compliance with federal aviation standards. Lawmakers expressed frustration over the Army's failure to provide requested operational transparency regarding helicopter operations near Washington, D.C., amid recent incidents indicating a strained air traffic control situation. Several members called for reform in Boeing's oversight, emphasizing the need for a robust safety culture and mandatory safety management systems to prevent future disasters like the 737 MAX crashes. The discussions were passionate, with survivors and families impacted by past accidents present, highlighting the urgency and seriousness of the issues at hand.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation May 23rd, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • designated a portion of Farm to Market Road 521 in Brazoria
  • This designation honors Gallagher, Hamby, and Gabriel Webb.
  • This committee heard the designation proposed in Senate Bill 3062 this past Wednesday.
  • and the fact that any new growth must be vetted before designation by the state.
  • Over corridors and designations.
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

Licensing & Administrative Procedures Mar 25th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Licensing & Administrative Procedures Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Basically, what's happened is the interior designers went

  • I'm a registered interior designer.
  • and later went on to earn a master's degree studying design for aging, which is my passion.
  • In 1991, when Texas passed the Interior Design Title

  • I was working as an interior designer for an architectural
Summary: The meeting of the committee predominantly focused on several key bills aimed at addressing significant social issues, particularly around human trafficking and workforce development. Among the notable discussions was House Bill 491, which seeks to empower local attorneys to collect penalties from illicit massage parlors to fund anti-human trafficking efforts. Testimonies revealed the alarming rise of such establishments in Texas and underscored the importance of effective legislative solutions. There were also discussions surrounding House Bill 1757, introduced to create an additional pathway for CPA licensure, addressing workforce shortages in the accounting field, which has become increasingly urgent as Texas experiences a population boom.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Mar 26th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And then my other concern is other designations.
  • So that means that the owner would still be able to designate the routes.
  • That should say shall designate.
  • Shall designate the routes. And then remove the hours.
  • The HTC classification or designation can apply to either...
Summary: The committee meeting featured extensive deliberations on several bills, most notably House Bill 1110, concerning civil suits against individuals reporting suspicious activity in good faith, proposed by Chairman Shaheen. The committee expressed unanimous support for the bill, and it was reported to the full House without amendments. Additionally, House Bill 865, introduced by Speaker Moody, addressing civil liability related to firearm hold agreements, also garnered unanimous approval, underscoring a collaborative effort among committee members. Public testimony highlighted concerns regarding proposed bills, specifically criticisms of House Bill 1748, aimed at exempting municipal courts from language certification requirements, which raised significant opposition related to equitable access to justice for non-English speakers.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Administration May 12th, 2025

Senate Administration Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • By designating this month, we celebrate in a unique way.
  • The second Saturday in October would be designated as Hospice and Palliative Care Day.
  • I move to designate Nacogdoches as the Garden Capital of Texas for the next 10 years.
  • HCR126 will designate the city of Corrigan as the official timber products capital of Texas.
  • This designation is well-earned and timely.
Summary: The Senate Committee meeting encompassed a variety of discussions surrounding significant bills, including the passage of resolutions aimed at designating specific honors and months for recognition. SB644, relating to palliative care and hospice, was notably highlighted for its recurrence from the previous legislative session, underscoring ongoing support for healthcare improvements. Multiple resolutions, including those aimed at recognizing American patriotism and the contributions of the Tuskegee Airmen, exhibited a theme of honoring historical and present contributions of various groups within Texas. The committee struck a positive tone with unanimous votes on several bills, indicating broad support among members present. Notably, several bills were recommended to be placed on the local and uncontested calendar for future consideration, reaffirming the committee's commitment to advancing legislation efficiently.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education May 1st, 2025 at 08:05 am

House S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • Under the Texas Education Code, CTE programs are designed

  • ...better than floral design.
  • And honestly, if they would spend less money on floral design and maybe flip this...
  • Well, we'll design it exactly like the other CTE programs.
  • design.
Bills: HB1079, HB3651, HB4980
Summary: The meeting of the committee on academic and career-oriented education centered on a series of bills focused on career and technology education. Notably, Representative Kerr introduced HB1079, which aims to formally recognize JROTC and LOTC programs as viable career and technology education pathways. Kerr expressed the significance of these programs for student readiness in both military and civilian careers, emphasizing the importance of leadership and teamwork skills gained through these courses. Public testimony included support from former JROTC members, highlighting the positive impact of the program on their lives and career trajectories.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs May 5th, 2025 at 12:05 pm

House S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs

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  • or a designated county executive.
  • The authority of those VSOs has been designated to them by the Veterans Affairs Commission.
  • However, these designated groups are currently required to pay an additional $3 fee for their license
  • This designation is in addition to any other designation, and it would allow for the design and construction
  • Members, Senate Bill 1931 relates to the designation

Summary: The meeting focused on the discussion of four key bills related to veteran services, primarily aimed at improving the transition from military to civilian life. Representative Rosita presented HB4458, which proposes the establishment of the Texas Veterans Achieving Self-Respect Reliance pilot program to help veterans navigate challenges post-service, such as employment and housing. The bill was well-discussed, emphasizing the need for proactive support, rather than reactive measures after veterans face difficulties. Public testimonies included support from various organizations advocating for the betterment of veteran services.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Apr 30th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
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    Three, that the land has been subdivided into town lots designed

  • It is designated as a street, alley, parkway, or park, or a railroad property or right-of-way.
  • ...removing this exclusion on designating a production zone
  • Designated brackish production zones are also required

  • of zones; the majority of the zones have now been designated.
Summary: The recent committee meeting showcased significant discussions around various groundwater management bills, emphasizing legislative accountability and environmental conservation efforts. Notably, HB4896 was presented, which aims to streamline the designation of brackish groundwater production zones, facilitating better management of Texas' water resources. Testimonies from multiple stakeholders underscored the necessity for transparency in groundwater conservation districts and the importance of adapting to climate impacts. Additionally, House Bill 4212 aimed to enhance interagency communication pertaining to land and water conservation, further stressing a collaborative approach to resource management.

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