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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation Apr 22nd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • In other words, do they not allow for a proper notice period for the contractors?
  • A day notice unless that's waived by both parties.
  • How much notice would you like to receive?
  • We should want them to be noticeable, hard to ignore, and not something we've become overly familiar
  • Did you notice that?
Summary: The committee meeting focused on significant discussions surrounding various legislative bills, particularly those affecting infrastructure and navigation regulations in Texas. Notable among these was HB4148, which aims to modernize outdated regulations impacting navigation districts and port authorities. Vice-Chairman Peruzza presented this bill emphasizing its importance in enhancing operational efficiency and updating management practices to better serve Texas's economic needs. Additionally, the chair laid out HB3332, which addresses regional mobility needs and aims to expedite infrastructure projects, reflecting the growing pressures on local communities due to population influx and outdated facilities. The meeting featured public testimonies that highlighted the urgency for legislative action to support infrastructure developments crucial for economic vitality in the region.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Mar 19th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • ...effort to give notice to someone that their property
  • And so when we distribute a public notice, we do it.
  • ...as soon as that notice is filed.
  • All of that technology, I know, is provided at no extra cost, and the website notices are outside the
  • Representative Hicklin, is there a fee associated with these notices in the paper?
Summary: The meeting of the House Committee on Homeland Security and Public Safety involved a range of discussions surrounding significant bills aimed at enhancing public safety measures, particularly in response to issues highlighted by past events. Notable was the discussion on HB33, proposed by Representative McLaughlin, which sought to overhaul school safety and establish a statewide emergency response protocol for active shooter situations. This bill emphasizes the importance of coordinated training among law enforcement and school officials to ensure a swift and effective response in emergencies, aiming to prevent delays seen in past incidents. The discussions also included input from law enforcement officials who acknowledged the necessity of improving communication and coordination between agencies, which was a highlighted failure in previous responses to crises.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part I) Mar 24th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Cities must publish notice and hold hearings before imposing a moratorium.
  • However, the temporary moratorium takes effect five days after the city posts notice.
  • Senate Bill 1882 will align transparency, notice, and moratoriums with the requirements of commercial
  • SB 1882 corrects the current practice of giving only four days of public notice before a hearing on a
  • is a shortage of infrastructure, as the statute allows, but it does state that there needs to be notice
Summary: The committee meeting focused primarily on the discussion of various bills aimed at addressing key issues related to housing development and youth tobacco use. Notably, SB1882 was brought to the floor by Senator Betancourt, which aims to reassess the regulations surrounding moratoriums on residential and commercial property development. Several industry representatives testified in favor of the bill, emphasizing the necessity of increased transparency and more robust guidelines for imposing moratoriums. The discussions highlighted the economic impact that open-ended moratoriums can have on local builders and potential homeowners, urging the need for legislative changes to protect development rights and housing availability.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources (Part I) May 21st, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • and have any notice on and ask you to vote 30 minutes later
  • fact or law with a state agency, a person, party, or a representative of those entities except on notice
  • Notice in the House testimony that many who testified or
  • in the state of Texas, for free, at will, with no notice
  • to notice of plugging. Wow. Thank you, Andrew.
Summary: The committee meeting covered several significant bills with a focus on environmental concerns and public health implications. Notably, House Bill 2440 was discussed, which aims to prevent state agencies from restricting vehicle ownership based on energy sources, ensuring Texans can choose the vehicles that suit their needs. Representative Curry presented the bill, emphasizing the need for consumer choice and the protection of personal freedoms in transportation policies. The bill left the floor pending after no public testimony was provided.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Mar 12th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • You've got notice. It presents them with a problem when I come along after they burn up everybody.
  • If, in effect, through the notice, you put everybody on notice, you're going to stop this in a hurry.
  • Everybody's putting on notice, and you'll stop this in a hurry.
  • ...notice to the landowner and to the operator.
  • The landowner will also be copied on the notice of violation or the complaint letter.
Summary: During the committee meeting, significant discussions focused on wildfire prevention and emergency communication. Notably, House Bill 13 was presented as a critical measure aimed at improving interoperability among emergency communication systems to respond effectively to disasters. Witnesses, including representatives from Texas 2036 and local emergency responders, testified in support of the bill, emphasizing the increasing wildfire risks faced due to climate change. They argued that this bill will establish a statewide plan to harmonize communication systems and enhance local governments' capacity to respond to emergencies effectively. The discourse highlighted the historical context of Texas wildfires and the necessity of streamlined communication among first responders during critical incidents.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Property Tax Appraisals Apr 17th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House S/C on Property Tax Appraisals

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members of the public who would like to submit comments electronically should refer to the public notice
  • This is just a continuation of clarification of notice.
  • We've had numerous instances where a notice of a delinquent
  • I've handed out to each of you a copy of the property owner's notice of protest.
  • appraisal notice was.
Summary: The meeting addressed multiple pieces of legislation related to property appraisal, primarily focusing on HB1952, HB4703, and HB3524. There was a lively discussion surrounding HB1952, which proposes to increase the number of elected members on appraisal boards, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability. Public testimony included varied perspectives, with residents expressing a desire for more representation in appraisal decisions, while some members voiced concerns about the potential politicization of these boards. The committee left the bill pending for further scrutiny, indicating the complexity of the subject matter and the differing opinions within the community.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Mar 5th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • You'll notice at the top of our exceptional item list, we're asking for 50 additional.
  • State and federal regulations require a boil water notice to be issued by a system as soon as possible
  • the boil water notice.
  • These boil water notices are typically attributable to low
  • I do think it's so important for the state to take notice of the essential water wars that we're being
Summary: During this meeting of the Texas House Natural Resources Committee, critical discussions centered on various legislative proposals impacting water management and conservation in the state. Chairman Harris emphasized the importance of balancing economic growth with conservation efforts, noting the urgency of addressing Texas's finite water resources. Several members raised concerns about the administrative processes governing water laws, and a variety of bills were presented, including a definition cleanup bill and modifications to reporting requirements. The committee heard testimony from multiple stakeholders who provided insights on existing issues and proposed solutions to enhance water management in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part II) Mar 31st, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • marker="205" data-time="1224">Senator Paxson explains her bill, which addresses rendition penalty notices
  • Then in 2011, because people were having trouble, we required that they send a notice by regular mail
  • For the notice to be sent by certified mail and by June 1st
  • units are seeing that this is what it's costing the appraisal district to send out this certified notice
  • Senate Bill 1504 provides requirements for notice,

Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government was marked by significant discussions on multiple bills aimed at enhancing governance and protecting taxpayer interests. Among the notable legislations was SB1951, where Senator Paxton emphasized reforms to reduce erroneous penalty notices imposed by appraisal districts, eliminating the financial incentive for such penalties. The session concluded with public testimonies that highlighted the importance of transparency and accountability in taxpayer dealings. Additionally, Senator Middleton presented SB1504 and SB2237, focusing on the operational frameworks of local authorities and executive severance payments, respectively, both of which sparked considerable debate among committee members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Intergovernmental Affairs Apr 1st, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • data-time="2268">For all those who are interested in submitting a public comment, please view the notice
  • If you expect the notice, scroll down to the very bottom
  • We'll start with the 162 notice.
  • It is a consumer notice that the state promulgates; it's a state promulgated form.
  • You've... and the original intent of this notice back in,
Summary: HB2464, presented by Representative Heffner, seeks to reduce unnecessary local regulations on home-based businesses, supporting Texans' abilities to operate no-impact businesses from their residences. The discussions highlighted the balance between enabling entrepreneurship and ensuring community standards are upheld, along with concerns regarding potential impacts on existing zoning laws. The meeting concluded with a call for more clarification and a focus on ensuring the bill protects local interests while promoting small business growth.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 30th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • SB2349 by Senator Everardo, relating to the notice requirement
  • So there wouldn't be any notice required by restaurants to
  • And what that does is it puts everybody on notice.
  • ...notice from her federally subsidized housing complex,
  • This kind of structure of notice and opportunity to remedy.
Summary: The Committee on Trade, Workforce, and Employment held a meeting focused on various bills related to workforce development, consumer protection, and business regulations. Notably, HB5317, aimed at establishing a self-insured retention fund to lower insurance costs for state agencies, received significant attention, with discussions on its potential fiscal benefits. The committee also reviewed bills concerning unemployment benefits, regulation of food service surcharges, and property rights for homeowners, particularly in the context of water conservation amid ongoing drought conditions. Public testimony highlighted concerns over transparency in mandatory fees charged by food service establishments, with stakeholders advocating for clearer disclosures to protect consumer trust.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

State Affairs Aug 26th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • There is one place because you win your battles in echelon, and as short of notice as this is, you know
  • situation where if you're not called back immediately after the veto period, then he has to give 30 days notice
  • The government requires notice.
  • The governor to give you a 30-day notice, then it handles
  • the language says a voter's registration takes effect immediately upon the registrar's receipt of a notice
Bills: SB53, SB54, HB16, SB19
Summary: The Committee on State Affairs convened to discuss several significant bills, including SB19, SB54, HB16, and SB2217. A major focus was the potential changes to fundraising rules during special legislative sessions, aimed at aligning policies for regular and special sessions. Senator Bettencourt presented SB19, which prohibits political contributions during special sessions, raising questions about the implications for ongoing fundraising activities. Additionally, the committee reviewed SB54, which seeks to amend recent changes around voting procedures to prevent misunderstandings related to voter registration within counties. The session featured robust discussions, particularly surrounding the balance of regulations and the need for clear public policy. The meeting concluded with several bills moving forward positively, highlighting the collaborative effort among members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Land & Resource Management Apr 17th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Land & Resource Management Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • When the ESD receives that notice, the ESD is required

  • Municipal notice, this bill requires the ESD board to evaluate
  • electronically and manage their preferences for receiving this notice either by text or email.
  • Notice of intent to introduce the legislation was given on February 4th, 2025, and it became eligible
  • If the municipality is not active within the time frame, it must be provided written notice that the
Summary: The committee meeting focused on a variety of bills, with notable discussions surrounding the challenges faced by municipalities in managing growth and public safety. Bills such as HB447 and HB3897 sparked conversations on the impact of Municipal Utility Districts in high-density areas and the necessity of thorough traffic impact assessments before approving new developments. Representative Cook highlighted concerns over a specific project related to HB3671, which aimed to dissolve a municipal district due to contradictory prior agreements. Public testimonies included concerns from residents, signaling the tension between development needs and public safety requirements.
TX

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:
  • > Members of the public who wish to electronically submit public comments may refer to the public notice
  • Additionally, they prepare and mail notices of appraised value.
  • And I noticed in Tarrant County, you all have a big jump too.
  • We have to send out the notices in April. We have to conduct all the hearings.
  • And I noticed in Tarrant County, you all have a big jump too.
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And these notices...

  • And you'll notice that most of them, there are like eight of them here, six of them are right on the
  • Notice is the very first step of the process. If they don't take part...
  • There's not much we can do, but if they don't get notice, there's not much they can do.
  • It would also ensure that if the development ends up going forward, there will be notice and hearing
Summary: The committee meeting focused on addressing several important water-related bills, including HB391, HB420, and HB2626 among others. Representative Bell presented updates on HB391 related to accountability for rural water districts, achieving a consensus for statewide applicability and allowing for virtual meetings. Multiple testimonies were heard, showcasing both support for and concerns regarding the bills, specifically emphasizing the significance of maintaining water resources and addressing community needs amid Texas's growth. Representative Buckley advocated for HB2626 aimed at establishing the Central Texas Water Alliance to ensure sustainable water management across the region, which involves collaboration among various public, private, and state entities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part I) Mar 31st, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We had a patient scout drop by our office and asked to see
Bills: SB22
Summary: The meeting centered around the discussion of SB22, the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program, which aims to provide reimbursement grants for projects produced in Texas. Senator Huffman presented the bill highlighting its potential to create jobs and grow the state's economy. Several members discussed the advantages of keeping film production within Texas, emphasizing that for every dollar spent in grants, an estimated $4.69 is returned to the state's economy. Additionally, a portion of the discussion focused on the need for careful oversight of taxpayer money utilized in the reimbursement process, ensuring grants are awarded only to those projects that align with the state's values.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services Apr 16th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • went to John Peter Smith Hospital, myself and my wife, and I was able to speak to what they called a patient
Summary: The Senate meeting featured extensive discussions on significant legislative proposals, primarily focusing on the ethical treatment and regulation of unclaimed bodies in Texas. The committee addressed concerns raised by Senator Parker regarding the alarming misuse of unclaimed remains, urging the necessity for stricter guidelines and accountability for organizations involved in anatomical donations. Public testimonies illustrated harrowing experiences of families affected by these practices, prompting legislators to consider more robust regulatory measures, including possible criminal penalties for bad actors in the industry. The committee exhibited a unified stance in advocating for enhanced protections that would ensure the dignity of deceased individuals is respected.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Intergovernmental Affairs Apr 29th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Review the public hearing notice that can be found under the
  • When you've selected the notice, scroll to the very bottom

  • The three concerns we have:

    First is a notice provision

  • I understand y'all are working on the notice provision and that seems to make sense to me, that you need
  • Under this bill, I believe it would be if it's not done within 30 days of a written notice.
Summary: The meeting focused on the presentation and discussions around several House Bills, notably HB769, which aims to enhance pedestrian safety by providing funding for the construction of sidewalks and other pedestrian infrastructure in disadvantaged areas. Representative Gervin Hawkins presented the bill passionately, highlighting the necessity of sidewalks as basic infrastructure that supports community health and mobility. Testimony from various stakeholders, including local officials and community advocates, supported the bill, emphasizing the urgent need for improved pedestrian pathways due to rising pedestrian fatalities in Texas. Several bills were left pending as discussions were extensive, indicating ongoing negotiations and considerations.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • On the 19th, it was assigned, and the investigator gave notice to the water company.
  • would help provide timely notice to consumers.
  • I'm sure some of you have noticed the fiscal.
  • , a notice of the notice, if you will, and we support Senator Nichols' agreement to that second round
  • of notices.
Summary: The committee meeting was centered around critical discussions on various bills aimed at improving water management and mitigating losses in municipal water systems. Notably, Senate Bill 1190 sparked significant conversation regarding the high water loss rates among large utilities, with stakeholders emphasizing the need for stringent, consistent validation measures and penalties. The chair expressed appreciation for the collaborative efforts to enhance groundwater management through Bill 1855, which aims to clarify the certification process for groundwater availability, addressing concerns on the ambiguities in the previous legislation. Public testimonies were heard, with supportive sentiments towards improving water conservation strategies and accountability measures within water utilities.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • We see facilities having problems with line breaks, persistent boil water notices, or even needing to
  • Going out to 2070, what you'll notice is that demands trend
  • So TCEQ plays an oversight role here when we have an active boil water notice in place.
  • Both state and federal regulations require that a boil notice or boil water notice...
  • To lift that boil water notice, I want to point out that
Summary: The meeting, led by Chairwoman L'Oreal Stepney, covered several crucial topics focusing on Texas water management and the associated legislative priorities. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) presented its initiatives including the implementation of a 50-hour workweek for Texas Game Wardens, the Cultivated Oyster Mariculture Program, and enhanced funding requests aimed at improving water infrastructure and conservation efforts. Notably, discussions centered around the integration of innovative practices in oyster farming to ensure sustainability and boost coastal resources. Chairwoman Stepney also highlighted the need for improved infrastructure to address water quality and supply challenges given Texas's growing population demands. In addition to water management, there was a significant emphasis on expanding the biosecurity program to combat recent agricultural threats and the establishment of a suicide hotline for farmers, reflecting the committee's commitment towards the well-being of agricultural stakeholders. The meeting concluded with a strong sense of collaboration among committee members and commitments to addressing the pressing needs concerning water resources, conservation, and agricultural safety in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

House Administration Sep 1st, 2025 at 06:09 pm

House Administration Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • As described here, they must be given 24-hour notice.
  • constitutional provision does not permit the House to create new penalties going forward without some notice
  • You can give people 24 hours notice like they pretend to do, but that does not satisfy.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused primarily on the passage of HR128, a resolution which revises the sanctioning provisions for quorum breaks. Mr. Moody provided an overview of the changes proposed in the resolution, emphasizing that no retroactive fines would be applied and detailing the recalculation of seniority among members. The discussion highlighted potential penalties for those breaking quorum, including increased fines and the automatic rescission of certain appointments. Concerns were raised regarding the vagueness of new penalties and the need for due process in these matters, particularly relating to the Texas Constitution. After deliberations, the resolution was passed with a vote of six in favor and two against. Public commentary was invited but limited, indicating a streamlined process during this session. The environment was professional, with members expressing gratitude for attendance despite the complexities of the topics discussed. The meeting concluded with remarks from the chair and a summary of future discussions, ensuring that all members were informed of the next steps regarding the resolution.

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