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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Opening Ceremonies of the 89th Legislature Jan 14th, 2025 at 12:01 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We all want our children to receive a good education.
  • We all want our children to receive a good education.
  • We all want our children to receive a good education.
  • We all want our children to receive a good education.
  • We all want our children to receive a good education.
Summary: The meeting of the Texas House of Representatives marked a significant start to the 89th Legislature, highlighted by the election of the new Speaker, Dustin Burroughs. The session began with heartfelt speeches from various members, emphasizing unity and the importance of collaboration in tackling Texas's pressing issues such as property tax relief, educational support, and water infrastructure investment. Members voiced their support for Burroughs, noting his ability to foster an inclusive environment for all representatives. The elected speaker's commitment to transparency and cooperation was a recurring theme throughout the discussions, which set an optimistic tone for the upcoming legislative session.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Border Security (Part I) Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Border Security Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I've got to go lay out two bills in education. They should be pretty simple.
  • The legislation also provides for robust research, planning, and education initiatives, ensuring that
  • ...collaboration through higher education institutions.
  • Or are they going to be working to train those volunteers through the higher education institutions?
  • We try to educate law enforcement agencies a lot, and they're doing a lot better.
Bills: SB36, SB2202
Summary: The Senate Committee on Border Security convened to discuss SB36, which aims to establish a Homeland Security Division within the Department of Public Safety. Senator Parker presented the bill, highlighting its intent to consolidate various homeland security operations to enhance coordination across federal, state, and local levels. Notable discussions revolved around the bill's focus on border security, critical infrastructure protection, and emergency preparedness. Testimonies from law enforcement officials and security experts emphasized the need for enhanced collaboration and the integration of advanced technologies in ensuring Texas’ safety against transnational threats and local criminal activity.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 13th, 2025 at 09:02 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • > Living Legend Award from the Texas Alliance of Black School Educators
  • honor, as she has been recognized with the Living Legend Award by the Texas Alliance of Black School Educators
  • organization serves as a forum for financial support, innovation, professional development, and education
  • Higher Education: Chair Wilson, Vice Chair Howard.
  • Public Education.

Summary: The meeting was focused on several notable resolutions, including HR245 recognizing February 13th, 2025 as Texas in a HRO Day. Ms. Hinojosa elaborated on the significance of the Texas chapter of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials in advocating for affordable housing, highlighting their 49 years of service. Other resolutions included HR255 and HR257, which commemorated important community figures and anniversaries, showcasing the collective efforts and achievements of Texas communities. The atmosphere was one of celebration and acknowledgement, with various representatives speaking passionately about their respective constituents and the contributions made by local leaders.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Jan 29th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • , the group has made a positive difference with its important work in the areas of civil rights, education
  • Kappa Alpha Sorority is the oldest Greek letter organization established by African-American college-educated
  • heights through implementation of programs that are laser-focused on issues involving economics, education
  • marker="49" data-time="1440"> **Senator West**: Resource witnesses, expert witnesses for you, be it education
  • supports those who operate, improve, and maintain public works and infrastructure through advocacy, education
Bills: SJR36, SB2, SR9, SR10, SR16
Summary: Additionally, the committee recognized police chiefs from various districts for their dedication to public safety, highlighting their essential role in the community. Senators expressed their gratitude towards law enforcement and emphasized the collaborative efforts needed to enhance community relations. The meeting was marked by a spirit of recognition and celebration, fostering a sense of unity among the members present.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education May 8th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • The subcommittee on Academic and Career-Oriented Education will come

  • Teachers and students pursuing career and technology education
  • It can apply to the Commissioner of Education for reimbursement.
  • In addition, the Education Code is amended to reflect these
Bills: HB1061, HB2800
Summary: The meeting of the subcommittee on academic and career-oriented education was convened, with a focus on discussing House Bill 1061. Representative Bojani presented the bill, which aims to enhance financial assistance for public school teachers and students pursuing career and technology education certifications in Texas. A key amendment in the bill removes the cap on the number of reimbursement claims students can make for certification exam costs, allowing them to apply for multiple reimbursements depending on their professional aspirations. The bill also broadens the support for teachers beyond just cybersecurity certifications, encompassing all career and technology education fields.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • span marker="155" data-time="1848"> to support cash flow concerns, providing financial coaching and education
  • provides special underwriting standards and Tier 1 interest rates along with personal and business education
  • Education costs are increasing, and investments are constantly made to improve the tools, infrastructure
  • The first one is that it's really important with these area plans that a farmer is well educated by their
  • programming, and we provide that educational programming to them.
Summary: The meeting of the agricultural committee focused on significant concerns regarding the current state of America's rural economy, highlighting the need for a strong five-year farm bill to address the challenges faced by farmers, particularly young and beginning farmers. Key testimony was given by multiple stakeholders including agricultural leaders and young farmers, emphasizing issues related to crop insurance, access to credit, and the adverse impact of recent USDA funding freezes. Various members discussed the necessity of risk management tools that farmers rely on to secure financing, which is crucial for sustaining agricultural operations and supporting rural communities. The importance of timely legislative action was underscored, as many farmers reported struggles in the current economic climate, raising urgency for reforms within the Farm Bill framework.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • We work to train and to educate what to do.

  • We've been trying to educate and inform to ensure that if you
  • Texas Trucking Association and Titus Transportation to say boys are sex trafficked too, to bring education
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    So together, we must be able to fight this and bring education

  • And it takes a team like this to come together to really bring education
Bills: SJR36, SB2, SR9, SR10, SR16
Summary: The meeting focused on the critical issue of human trafficking in Texas, particularly highlighting the trafficking of boys and young men. Several legislators, including Senator Parker, emphasized the necessity of raising awareness about the misconception that trafficking predominantly affects women and girls. The introduction of the first-ever safe house for young male victims was a significant point of discussion, with various stakeholders, including the Texas Trucking Association, collaborating to promote awareness campaigns. Senator Parker and Representative Baumgartner expressed their commitment to eradicate this issue and highlighted the urgency due to its prevalence within communities across Texas.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Mar 31st, 2025 at 08:03 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 1803 maintains the requirement for continuing education.
  • Texas actually has the third lowest requirements for continuing education.
  • Therefore, there's a lack of education to the public in this regard.
  • So-and-so, and maybe have a doctorate in education.
  • For other disciplines, maybe CE, continuing education.
Summary: The public health committee meeting convened to discuss a variety of bills aimed at improving health-related policies in Texas. Noteworthy discussions included House Bill 1887, which seeks to enhance access to birth certificates for adult adoptees, and House Bill 754, which mandates medical assistance personnel to complete training on human trafficking. Both bills received positive support from the members present, and there were assurances that the bills would be reported favorably to the full House. Public testimony was also encouraged, allowing stakeholders to voice their opinions on these significant pieces of legislation.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Apr 9th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • the education system.
  • There's no education in it.
  • I have a master's degree in special education. I taught moderate to severe special education.
  • educators that are currently still teaching, and educators who have publicly defied policy that are
  • And I appreciate you educating me on it.
Summary: In the recent meeting, the Judiciary and Cellular Disturbance Committee convened to discuss several critical issues, highlighted by the testimony surrounding HB1761. The committee chair emphasized the importance of the bill, gathering a panel consisting of key witnesses who offered various perspectives. Notably, Kathy Ward from the State Commission on Judicial Conduct voiced concerns regarding potential pitfalls of imposing sanctions on false complaints, advocating for a more inclusive process that considers mental health perspectives. Jacob Putnam, a District Attorney, echoed the sentiments, highlighting the bill's implications for public service recruitment and the necessity for competitive pay in public positions.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Agriculture & Livestock Apr 22nd, 2025 at 02:04 pm

House Agriculture & Livestock Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Preservation efforts are educational, raising awareness of the importance of seed conservation.
  • 198">Texas A&M Agricultural Life Extension Service an educational
  • agency focused on life sciences and natural resources, delivers wide-ranging educational programs focused
  • With continuing education supporting nearly... with an annual wage base of $1.2 billion.
Bills: HB5085
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several agricultural bills, including HB5085, SB1035, and SB2155. Representative Hawkins opened the discussion regarding HB5085, emphasizing the importance of seed banks and preservation efforts for maintaining food security and biodiversity in light of environmental challenges. The bill was passed favorably with a vote of six to three after discussion on its potential impact on local agricultural practices. The meeting proceeded with SB1035, which aims to provide a legal pathway for agricultural operators to contest unlawful local regulations, where a committee substitute was successfully adopted. This bill received unanimous support in voting before moving on to SB2155, which seeks to modernize the structure of the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners, also passed with unanimous support.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services May 5th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Educate me here in the formula that I'm reading in the bill
  • Education members play a significant role in overseeing our state's public education system.
  • That is the largest public education fund in the United States
  • I was elected in 2020 to the State Board of Education and
  • data-time="1044">But they have guarded that program and grown that program to the largest public education
Summary: During this committee meeting, several important bills were discussed, including HB5632, HB3900, and SJR57. The committee focused on HB1342, which aims to reorganize the priority structure of private activity bonds for residential rental projects, responding to concerns raised by various stakeholders about the efficiency and accessibility of these bonds in supporting affordable housing. Additionally, HB3002 was presented as a consumer protection bill requiring debt collectors to disclose rights in all written and electronic communications, ensuring average Texans are informed of their rights regarding debt obligations. The meeting concluded with a discussion about upcoming bills and the schedule for the next sessions.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Education Apr 15th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Public Education Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Public Education will come to order.

  • We're responsible for the education and well-being of hundreds
  • And so this is not just an educational issue; it's a fundamental equity issue.
  • More than one-third are considered at risk by the Texas Code of Education.
  • It's good for parents, it's good for educators, and certainly it's good for society.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on discussions surrounding several bills aimed at improving vision care for students in Texas. Chairman Dutton introduced HB2967, which aims to enhance vision screenings in public and private schools and ensure that students identified with vision problems receive necessary resources like eyeglasses. Testimonies from educators highlighted the connection between vision issues and learning difficulties, emphasizing that many children struggle academically due to unaddressed vision disorders. Public testimony revealed the pressing need for a more robust system to not only identify but also aid students with vision impairments, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The committee engaged in an in-depth discussion about the importance of timely interventions and adequate support mechanisms to ensure equal educational opportunities.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Property Tax Appraisals Mar 6th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House S/C on Property Tax Appraisals

Transcript Highlights:
  • , representing the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, and Amy Copeland representing the Texas Education
  • , and then our appraisers go out and they're not tasked with funding public education.
  • The Education Code requires this.
  • That's a tough thing to try to explain and educate.
  • That's a tough thing to try to explain and educate.
Summary: The meeting covered a range of legislative topics, including key discussions about various bills and public concerns surrounding new policies. Committee members engaged in a robust debate regarding the economic impact of proposed legislation, with several representatives sharing differing viewpoints. The discussion highlighted the importance of public input in shaping effective laws.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Ways & Means Feb 25th, 2025 at 11:00 am

House Ways & Means Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • So we do have that happen in education.
  • Once the Comptroller's office has completed its work, do you provide a report to the Texas Education
  • So, on page 6 of the document, under major funding items, I'll begin with public education.
  • for an education savings account, and $400 million for the school safety allotment.
  • Education funds, both by...
Summary: The House Committee on Ways and Means conducted a productive meeting addressing several key issues related to taxation and budget projections. The meeting opened with invited testimony from representatives of the Comptroller's Office and the Legislative Budget Board, focusing on the biennial revenue estimates and significant funding changes. Members participated actively, posing questions about specific budget allocations and the impact of tax policies on both local governments and residents. A significant discussion revolved around property tax relief, with calls for higher measures of relief to support taxpayers amid growing financial burdens. Furthermore, recommendations for financial reforms were proposed, stressing the importance of sustaining the benefits from previous tax relief efforts.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 6th, 2025 at 10:02 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • has passed the following measures, **SB 2**, **Creighton**, relating to the establishment of an education
  • 960">It's a thriving center of diverse industries, including oil and gas production, health care, education
  • Home to Howard College and Southwest College for the Deaf, our county continues to be a leader in education
  • received an honorary doctorate from **Texas A&M University** in recognition of his commitment to education
  • It is a thriving center of diverse industries including oil and gas production, health care, education
Summary: In this meeting of the legislative body, the committee engaged in a series of significant discussions and recognitions. Dr. Lalani honored Prince Rahim for his contributions to education and community service, linking it to a larger narrative of Texas being a global economic powerhouse. Furthermore, numerous resolutions, such as HR 135 recognizing Howard County Day and HR 190 in memory of Antonio Cornelius Baker, were adopted, highlighting community contributions and memorializing impactful individuals. Representative Jones stressed the importance of HIV/AIDS awareness, reflecting the meeting's commitment to societal issues. The session culminated in a call for unity and service to the public from the speakers present.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Juvenile Justice Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House S/C on Juvenile Justice

Transcript Highlights:
  • tell you that serving on this committee at one time... for many years and serving on the Public Education
  • ...sense that what I've kind of determined is that if we don't educate
  • ...what we spend on educating.
  • I wasn't able to further my education.
  • So thank you for also educating us on which judicial canon allows you to come up.
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on discussions surrounding HB2234, which aims to raise the age of criminal responsibility in Texas. There was a strong consensus among witnesses advocating for the change, citing the psychological and social implications of prosecuting 17-year-olds as adults. Several testimonies highlighted the damages inflicted by adult incarceration on youth, recommending a shift towards juvenile systems that provide rehabilitative support tailored for younger individuals. Chairman Dutton acknowledged the historical significance of this session's discussion, emphasizing the need for legislative change to align Texas with national trends and prioritize youth rehabilitation over punishment. The committee remains engaged in discussions on how to effectively implement this legislation, considering fiscal impacts and community needs. The meeting concluded with the bill left pending due to ongoing concerns regarding the financial implications for counties and the judicial system. A diverse panel of advocates, including youth service organizations and legal professionals, reinforced the argument that raising the age is not merely a matter of policy but an essential aspect of ensuring fair treatment and rehabilitation for young individuals in the justice system.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • Of Education during President Trump's first term, I have
  • Number two, when I went to the Department of Education

  • It gave me a real window into what's happening in the state of U.S. education.
  • I was not an education lawyer.
  • I find them educational, exciting, and that helps us get to the right outcome for the American people
Summary: The committee meeting was focused on various key issues, including the implications of recent violence in the Middle East and U.S. foreign policy in relation to Israel and Panama. Members discussed the need for diplomatic efforts between the U.S. and Israeli officials following the recent attack by Hamas. Governor Huckabee emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong U.S.-Israel relationship and reiterated the need for accountability for terrorist organizations involved in violent acts against civilians. Senators shared their concerns regarding the ramifications of U.S. actions in Panama and the presence of Chinese influence, highlighting the significance of the Panama Canal in terms of trade and security.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health May 19th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • All Texas licensed dentists receive extensive education

  • And education is focused on oral health rather than the skin
  • our ability to practice fully within our scope of education
  • This is why we have educational pathways such as oral and maxillofacial surgery training for a reason
  • We spend all of our education in the maxillofacial region.
Summary: During this meeting of the Committee on Public Health, members discussed several significant bills focused on expanding the scope of practice for dental professionals, specifically regarding the administration of neuromodulators such as Botox for aesthetic purposes. Senator Van Dever presented SB1117, which would allow licensed dentists to administer these treatments following proper training, a point that sparked a lively debate among committee members. While proponents emphasized the benefits of improving patient access to regulated aesthetic care, opponents raised concerns about the potential for dentists to prioritize cosmetic procedures over essential dental care, fearing that the marketplace could prioritize profit over patient safety. The bill enjoyed bipartisan support, having passed the Senate unanimously but faced scrutiny regarding the implications of allowing such expansion beyond traditional dental practices.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • ...also get stipends for education level, bilingual skills,
  • Yes, subsection 3 states that they can receive a stipend for education level, such as a GED or a college
  • marker="160" data-time="954">No, it's for their semester, their tuition, like they can be getting an education
  • Also, stipends for education level, bilingual skills, and
  • data-time="1512">And then there’s one last piece: subsection 3 states that they can get a stipend for education
Summary: The meeting of the House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee focused primarily on discussions surrounding the details of HB1, along with recommendations regarding law enforcement stipends. Several members expressed their concerns about updating the stipends to address discrepancies with local law enforcement agencies and enhance competitiveness. The conversation also touched on the technical adjustments and modifications needed for the current funding proposals, affirming a collaborative approach to managing the agency's budget and needs. Members expressed appreciation for each other's hard work and laid out future meeting plans to review riders and finalize recommendations for the chairman.
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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:
  • for the school district local accountability plans and actions is focused on challenging the Texas Education
  • Agency's decisions related to public school accountability for the Committee on Public Education.
  • > In populous counties, this bill is used to promote agricultural support for youth and provide educational
  • program and the adoption of assessment instruments in public schools for the Committee on Public Education
  • state-required assessments with instructionally supported assessments for the Committee on Public Education
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.

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