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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

Business and Commerce Apr 10th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Committee substitute for Senate Bill 1468 is favorably reported.
  • I would recommend adding an option for a police report.
  • Police reports are the standard way to document identity theft.
  • you to make the report means that if you make a false report, you're subject to criminal charges in
  • order to get the FTC report.
Summary: The meeting of the committee commenced with the establishment of a quorum, where members discussed and voted on five significant bills related to energy efficiency, insurance regulation, and public utility governance. Notably, Senate Bill 2717 was presented, incorporating feedback to foster collaboration among various state agencies for improved energy efficiency performance. This was followed by a detailed discussion on Senate Bill 1642, which proposed changes to the Texas Department of Insurance's executive structure to optimize management and consumer focus. Each bill saw active participation from senators who moved to adopt committee substitutes for clarity and responsiveness to stakeholder concerns, indicating a proactive approach to legislative issues.
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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.
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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

Health and Human Services Mar 18th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Perry moves that Senate Bill 53 be reported to

  • Senate Bill 53 is favorably reported.
  • favorably reported.
  • and media reports, we built our own database.
  • However, that is why we have the report.
Summary: The meeting of the committee was focused predominantly on various bills concerning healthcare and insurance policies, reflecting significant discussions on how these laws impact the community. Notably, Senate Bill 660 was introduced to enhance safety measures at healthcare facilities, discussing the necessity for bollards to prevent unauthorized vehicular access, highlighting a bipartisan understanding of public safety. Senator West emphasized the importance of these regulations, citing real-world incidents that necessitate such actions. Public testimonies complimented this discussion, providing insight into community needs for enhanced security in hospitals.
TX

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.
TX

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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Veteran Affairs (Part II)Audio only. May 15th, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It will also push back the report dates to December 1st.
  • Senator Parker moves that House Bill 1875 be reported

  • Senator Parker moves that House Bill 1894 be reported

  • Senator Hancock moves that HB 102 be reported back to

  • Senator Hancock moves that HB 300 be reported back to

Summary: The Senate Veteran Affairs Committee convened to discuss several key bills, primarily focusing on HB39, HB114, HB1875, and HB1965. Notably, Senator Parker presented a committee substitute for HB39, addressing concerns raised by state agencies to ensure better information accuracy and extending report deadlines to December 1st. The committee members unanimously adopted this substitute and recommended its passage. Further discussions included amendments and swift votes on multiple bills, with HB114 following suit with a similar committee substitute process, which was also passed without objection.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II) May 8th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Transparency around reporting is really important.
  • We reported this, and no one has been here.
  • We turn it over to the state, and we're very clear: no one should be reporting to the...
  • There are over 82,000 claimants because the BSA did not report predators for over 100 years.
  • It was reported by one of the prosecuting attorneys in the Kennecott case, I believe.
Summary: The Committee on State Affairs convened to discuss critical legislation aimed at preventing child sexual abuse, focusing on HB748 and SB835. Both bills received significant support from various witnesses, including representatives from the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops, who emphasized the importance of eliminating non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) that allow perpetrators to escape accountability. Witnesses shared impactful personal testimonies, illustrating the harmful effects of NDAs on survivors and stressing the need for a transparent legal environment to protect vulnerable populations. The atmosphere underscored a collective commitment to reform and to stop allowing predators to hide behind confidentiality clauses.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services (Part I) Mar 26th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • is favorably reported.
  • There being six ayes, Senate Bill 1122 is favorably reported.
  • This is favorably reported. Thank you.
  • There being eight ayes and zero nays, Senate Bill 1332 is favorably reported.
  • There being eight ayes and zero nays, Senate Bill 1098 is favorably reported.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to discuss various pieces of legislation, addressing critical issues affecting healthcare and social services in Texas. Notable discussions included Senate Bill 481, which mandates backup power provisions for nursing homes and assisted living facilities to ensure the safety of vulnerable residents during outages, and Senate Bill 596, aimed at improving reporting requirements related to child welfare, enhancing the oversight of removals and placements. The committee also reviewed several other bills aimed at supporting healthcare access and enhancing protections for children under various circumstances.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 3385 is really based on... and I brought the report—over a hundred pages from the TABC and
  • their recommendations and report regarding the winding...
  • As a result, many wineries report...
  • Six ayes and no nays, Senate Bill 621 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
  • There being six ayes and no nays, House Bill 1506 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
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

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V Feb 24th, 2025 at 10:00 am

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

Transcript Highlights:
  • They have a quarterly reporting cycle with us, so they're reporting financial expenditures quarterly.
  • They're also reporting quarterly progress data.
  • They have a quarterly reporting cycle with us, so they're reporting quarterly.
  • They're also reporting quarterly progress data.
  • The full report is available on page 13 of this packet.
Summary: The meeting of the committee was primarily focused on reviewing various bills, with robust conversations surrounding fiscal allocations for upcoming bienniums. Notably, discussions centered around SB22, which relates to salary assistance grants for law enforcement agencies, indicated strong support, with members expressing a consensus on the importance of enhancing financial resources for police departments across Texas. Additionally, the committee examined HB1, which proposed increases to funding to improve tax collection efficiencies and recruitment of professionals in critical roles. The meeting witnessed input from various stakeholders and representatives emphasizing the significance of these initiatives for state operations and public safety.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, we do have as a member of the Commonwealth Council reports.
  • The committee substitute for Senate Bill 1351 is reported favorably to the full Senate.
  • Senator Miles moves that Senate Bill 1423 be reported.
  • Being six ayes, no nays, Senate Bill 1423 is reported favorably to the full Senate.
  • The committee substitute for Senate Bill 1568 is reported favorably to the full Senate.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee focused extensively on several bills, including discussions surrounding public safety and road management in Texas. A notable bill discussed was SB1351, which aims to designate a section of U.S. Highway 281 in honor of a fallen Border Patrol agent. Hearing emotional testimonies from family members highlighted the community's support for this tribute. Additionally, the committee progressed through multiple bills including SB2589 and SB2707, both addressing local governance issues and emergency response improvements, with discussions on operational practices and compliance with safety standards involving transportation.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Education Apr 8th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Public Education Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The process—excuse me, let me back up—I'm proud to report that during the 2024 inaugural MRO process,
  • So they currently work for the TEA, so they don't report to the board, which is functional generally.
  • However, the hiring decisions and the reporting structure would be through the SBOE Chairman.
  • They are mandated reporters.
  • Yes, report. And it is also a Title IX report.
Summary: The meeting of the House Committee on Public Education involved significant discussions regarding several bills aimed at improving the functioning and quality of public education in Texas. Notably, Representative Tepper presented HB3627, which seeks to empower the State Board of Education to employ its own personnel to fulfill its responsibilities more effectively. Chairman Kinsey also provided testimony highlighting the continued commitment to enhancing educational materials and instructional quality following the successful passage of HB1605 in the previous session. The committee demonstrated active engagement as members reviewed the implications of these bills on teacher workload and administrative burdens associated with current educational regulations, indicating a desire to enhance the work environment for educators.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • And, you know, I'm happy to report that outcome.
  • We know that the VA's 2024 annual report on...

  • , with a whopping 61% of Veterans Health Administration facilities reporting such a shortage.
  • , and nearly half reported shortages of psychiatrists.
  • We provide our reports; we just don't know how we rack up against others.
Summary: The committee meeting focused primarily on the critical issues surrounding veterans' mental health and suicide prevention. Discussions centered on the reauthorization of essential programs aimed at providing non-clinical support services to veterans, particularly the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program. Senators emphasized the urgent need for adequate mental health resources as the suicide rate among veterans remains alarmingly high. Key testimonies were provided by various advocates and officials, illustrating both successful implementations of these programs and areas needing improvement.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. May 5th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • 17" data-time="150">The rate is six in favor; the committee substitute House Bill 26 is favorably reported
  • p>There being 9 ayes and 0 nays, Senate Bill 2311 is favorably reported
  • 560">There being nine ayes and zero nays, the committee substitute to House Bill 451 is favorably reported
  • >There being nine ayes and zero nays, the committee substitute for Senate Bill 1310 is favorably reported
  • >There being nine ayes and zero nays, the committee substitute for Senate Bill 2446 is favorably reported
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services meeting featured extensive discussions surrounding several bills pertaining to health services and child protection. Notably, House Bill 109, aimed at establishing therapeutic residential treatment placements for children, was presented along with a committee substitute that included a provision for pass-through grants to build mental health facilities. The bill passed unanimously and was recommended for the local and contested calendar without any objections. Furthermore, House Bill 140 saw significant amendments to sharpen its focus on child protective services, receiving unanimous support as well.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation Mar 27th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • favorably reported, and I close.
  • The chair moves that House Bill 1242 without amendments be reported favorably to the full House.
  • The chair moves that House Bill 767 without amendments be reported favorably to the full House.
  • We report a fair bill to the full House with the recommendation to do pass, printed.
  • Without amendments, be reported for review to the full House with the recommendation to do pass.
Summary: The Committee on Transportation convened to discuss several significant bills related to highway designations and public safety. Notably, House Bill 2457 aims to designate a stretch of US Highway 287 as the Mollie Mullins Mile, honoring a 9-year-old girl who tragically lost her life in a traffic accident. The bill highlights the efforts of her family to improve highway safety following their loss, receiving support from local authorities and advocates. The committee also discussed House Bill 2198, proposing the designation of a portion of State Highway 34 as the Jacob Candonza Memorial Highway, honoring a police officer who died in the line of duty. This tribute underscores the value placed on the sacrifices made by law enforcement in ensuring community safety.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Public Education Aug 21st, 2025 at 08:08 am

House Public Education Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 8 builds on where the House Bill 4 Conference Committee report left off during the regular
  • The bill requires reporting...

  • Then, on the end of year assessment, we will also report criterion-referenced performance.
  • Is there a safeguard in there for a teacher to confidentially report to you? What happens?
  • Parents are emailed reports. We conduct test interpretation meetings in English and Spanish.
Bills: HB8
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on House Bill 8, which seeks to reform the public school accountability and assessment system in Texas. Key discussions included the repeal of the STAAR test and its replacement with a series of shorter assessments throughout the school year, aimed at reducing the high-stakes nature of a single day test. Educators and advocates provided testimony on the need for assessments that better reflect student progress while ensuring accountability measures are fair and based on diverse community needs. Members raised concerns about the implementation timeline and the necessity of teacher involvement in the development of assessment items to enhance trust in the system. Overall, the atmosphere was collaborative, with many participants eager to improve educational outcomes for Texas students.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) May 25th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • to report and sometimes not report cases, but they do go to
  • Central Hall moves that House Bill 1661 be reported

  • There being aye's and no nay's, House Bill 4202 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
  • There being eight ayes and one nay, House Bill 4449 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
  • There being nine ayes and no nays, House Bill 4904 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
Summary: The committee meeting included significant discussions surrounding several bills, notably HB220, HB3336, and HB4904. HB220, which addresses access to emergency contraception for survivors of sexual assault, sparked intense debate among committee members and witnesses. Various stakeholders testified for and against the bill, emphasizing the importance of immediate access to such services while also raising ethical concerns regarding contraception. Public testimony was robust, showcasing strong opinions on both sides of the legislation, with many advocating for the rights and protections of survivors.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part II) Apr 28th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Excuse me, Senate Bill 628 be reported to the Senate with
  • Senator Nichols moves that Senate Bill 2521 be reported to the full Senate.
  • We looked at the bartender and said, "Are you going to report that?"
  • All right, I want to report on all that.

  • In terms of the last crime report, how is crime in downtown Dallas?
Summary: The meeting of the committee effectively reviewed and voted on multiple bills pertaining to public safety, affordable housing, and local governance. Notably, Senator Cook introduced SB2262, which grants municipalities authority to regulate automated defibrillators, aiming to enhance public health responses in urban areas. Public testimony was heard on several bills, illustrating community support and concerns, particularly around affordable housing issues raised by Senator Menendez's SB2137, which seeks to improve access to low-income housing by altering existing criteria used by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. Additionally, the discussions also touched on the impact of various bills on local governance and property rights, highlighting the committee's aim to address essential services within communities effectively.

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