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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 19th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • HB 2784 by Meza, relating to the health benefit plan

  • HB 2815 by Gertie's, relating to the financing of water supply projects, including the state water plan
  • HB 2860 by Gara, relating to a plan by the Department

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    HB 2883 by Thompson, relating to the crime action plan

  • the provision of nutrition support services to Medicaid recipients in lieu of other state Medicaid plan
Summary: The meeting involved robust discussions among committee members about various bills, notably those concerning criminal justice reforms and public health matters. Significant focus was placed on speaker bills such as HB2792, which addressed a proposed moratorium on capital punishment, and HB2813, aiming to enhance notifications to victims regarding scheduled court proceedings. Additionally, notable debates unfolded around bills aimed at improving access to health care services and environmental regulations.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 (Part I) May 8th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • their local intellectual and developmental disability authority by age 14, when adult transition planning
  • ">They facilitate waiver programs and offer guidance and resources for families so they can better plan
  • This investment would allow TSTC to plan for long-term growth
  • I have not reviewed this bill, which I plan to do this weekend.
  • We're also supportive of the inclusion of language that prohibits the District of Innovation plans from
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Education, K-16, revolved around multiple bills, notably HB1188, HB2856, HB3126, HJR5, and HB6. Key discussions highlighted the importance of early intervention for families with special needs through HB1188, which aims to provide better resources for parents. Public testimony included compelling narratives that underscored the personal impact of such legislation. Additionally, the committee engaged in important dialogue concerning student discipline, specifically focusing on vaping in schools and its consequences under HB6.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health Apr 17th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health

Transcript Highlights:
  • programs focused on women's health and preventative health care: Healthy Texas Women, the Family Planning
  • Our network includes FQHCs, public health departments, hospitals, and freestanding family planning clinics
  • ...and we're looking towards discharge planning for you to
Summary: The meeting revolved around critical discussions regarding health-related bills, particularly focusing on women's health and food access issues highlighted in HB1786 and HB231. Representative Howard proposed HB1786 to reinstate the Women's Health Advisory Committee, emphasizing its necessity to address women's healthcare challenges in Texas due to the dissolution of the committee, which had previously facilitated valuable collaboration among healthcare providers. The discussions included testimonials from various stakeholders including health professionals and representatives from advocacy groups, all supporting the need for an advisory body that could effectively address women's health concerns. Additionally, there was strong support for HB231, which aims to study the impact of food deserts on vulnerable populations, as articulated by Representative Morales, making a case for equitable access to nutritious food across the state.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • It's currently going through the state water planning process and is included in the regional water plan
  • It requires applicants to demonstrate plans for securing

  • Updating, I believe, don't just spend a bunch of money or plan and spend money to upgrade your capacity
  • 3078"> I don't remember how many units there were previously, but the folks that have it now are planning
Summary: The meeting was convened to discuss several pivotal bills primarily relating to water management, environmental regulations, and labor standards. Amongst key discussions, SB243 aimed to reform migrant housing penalties, transforming the flat fee structure into a more compelling model that could incite improvements in living conditions for migrant workers. Furthermore, the committee deliberated on SB2159 and SB2568, both significant for addressing water resource management in Medina County, with testimonies from local water authority representatives emphasizing the urgent need for updated legislative support amid local growth pressures. Other bills discussed included SB1891 and SB1442, which prompted lively debates regarding utility rate adjustments and environmental compliance procedures for wastewater facilities.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce (Part I) Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • A facility must include a site plan that has setbacks unless waived by the adjacent property owner.
  • No, sir, and we plan to be very clear.

  • What's your plan to apologize to our constituents?
  • And to that point, do you have a communication plan?
  • ...plan.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Business and Commerce Committee primarily focused on legislative issues following Hurricane Beryl, particularly Senate Bill 231, which aims to create a process for CenterPoint to compensate its customers for overcharges related to backup power and mobile generation units. During discussions, Executive Vice President Jason Ryan outlined CenterPoint's commitment to refund approximately $430 million and absorb future costs related to these generators. The bill's substitute also mandates that leased emergency generators be mobile and capable of quick deployment during significant outages, addressing previous concerns over inefficiencies experienced during past weather events.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Apr 9th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I am the former Director of System Planning for ERCOT

  • ...limited decommissioning plans, and even public safety
  • We collaborate with them to develop customized emergency response plans, including digital emergency
  • We act as the Metropolitan Planning Organization, or MPO, for the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
  • Our plans could go to power data centers. What is it, Star Wars? That one, Stargate.
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on State Affairs was convened with a quorum present, led by Chair King. A primary focus of the meeting was on House Bill 3782, which addresses the shift from physical newspaper publications to digital platforms for public notices. Chairman Smithy introduced a committee substitute for the bill, highlighting the necessity for government entities to adapt to the declining availability of physical newspapers. The bill proposes allowing these entities to meet public notice requirements through qualified digital publications, ensuring they meet certain standards, including an audited paid subscriber base and reporting on local news.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce May 20th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The plan today is to attend to pending business and then

  • We support these improvements in statewide IT planning

  • You know, they're basically praying to get through it without any real plan or any expertise or anything
  • What I will assure you is that this will be an excellently executed plan where we take what we currently
  • I don't mean to jump in, but we'll tell you exactly where we are with the—my understanding is the plan
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several legislative items, including significant discussions about cybersecurity and the implementation of new technology in state operations. Key bills such as HB1500, which restructures the Department of Information Resources (DIR) to enhance cybersecurity measures and modernize its functions, were discussed extensively. There was consensus among members regarding the importance of safeguarding Texas's information infrastructure, with particular emphasis on the need for streamlined governance, a focus on artificial intelligence capabilities, and improved IT procurement processes. The members also addressed public testimony that raised important points concerning the balance between innovation and regulatory oversight. Consequently, multiple bills, including HB2467 and HB4310, were favorably reported to the Senate without objections.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Delivery of Government Efficiency Apr 2nd, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • finally we will be taking up invited testimony on cyber security, AI, the Texas emissions reduction plan
  • This means that regardless of where you go during the day, you have to create a plan ahead of time.
  • can be critical in planning those attacks.
  • Starting on slide three of your packet, there is a brief agenda of what I plan to cover today.
  • He realized he could work with the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan to cover 80% of the cost of a brand
Summary: The meeting centered around the discussion of House Bill 3700, presented by Representative Vaux, which seeks to amend the Texas Labor Code to enhance the regulatory authority for the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). Representative Vaux highlighted the need for clear statutory authority to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in all TWC programs, engaging members with an emphasis on the implications of the changes proposed. Public testimony was also invited, allowing various stakeholders to express their views on the bill.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband Apr 16th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband

Transcript Highlights:
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    put their plan

  • 400" data-time="2394"> I urge you to oppose this bill and protect the ability of municipalities to plan
  • And so in initial planning for the 26th bond, we're anticipating...
  • We have a third fair plan that's available for anybody.
Summary: The Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Broadband convened to discuss several important bills aimed at improving broadband infrastructure and managing the financial responsibilities associated with utility right-of-way relocation. Notably, Chair Morales advocated for HB3953, focused on assessing broadband availability in multifamily housing, highlighting significant gaps observed during the COVID-19 pandemic where families struggled to access necessary internet services for education. Testimonies were provided by various stakeholders, underlining the critical nature of broadband accessibility for vulnerable populations, including low-income families and students.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations May 8th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • you can take a stab at that and help me figure out, you know, in terms of simple household math planning
  • And you know, Senator Perry came out with a plan by

  • That's the plan.

  • We can't, I'm not saying we should plan on that.

Bills: SJR4
Summary: The meeting focused on Senate Joint Resolution 4, which proposes to raise the constitutional cap of the Economic Stabilization Fund from 10% to 15%. Members engaged in a comprehensive discussion regarding the potential implications of this increase, especially in relation to Texas's long-term financial liabilities. Concerns were raised about maintaining adequate reserves while simultaneously addressing the need for taxpayer relief, especially considering factors such as property tax compression and future economic downturns. Various members voiced their opinions on the balance between saving for potential future needs and returning money to taxpayers, fostering a vigorous debate on the state's fiscal strategy and priorities.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband May 2nd, 2025 at 09:05 am

House S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband

Transcript Highlights:
  • It involves land acquisition, infrastructure installation, planning and maintenance, and tree management
  • It's about 29% of our staffing for our street repair budget, and it's 35% of our plan review and inspections
  • That's a big part of the cost of all the planning.
Summary: The meeting of the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Broadband included significant discussions surrounding Senate Bill 924, which addresses cable service providers and their financial obligations related to franchise fees. Council Member Julian Ramirez opposed the bill, emphasizing its potential fiscal impact on cities like Houston and Austin by restricting franchise fee collections, thus threatening vital public services funded by these fees. Public testimony supported his stance, highlighting the financial realities these cities face, particularly in maintaining public safety and infrastructure.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation Apr 17th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And then finally, we requested disclosure of any current or planned foreign investment in the project
  • where you're at in this project, you have no idea of a schedule, or do you have some kind of a master plan
  • marker="229" data-time="1368"> Roughly take six months to complete the kind of finalization of the planning
Summary: The committee meeting involved robust discussions focusing on three key bills: HB791, HB1729, and HB2876. HB791, presented by Representative Gortez, quickly passed through the committee with no objections, relating to approval for Central Catholic High School. Next, HB1729, which concerns term limits for commissioners of the free board, also saw no discussion before being moved favorably to the full House. The final bill discussed, HB2876, was pulled back from subcommittee and addressed amendments to a comprehensive development agreement aimed at enhancing portions of State Highway 130. The chair demonstrated an intent to expedite these measures, highlighting a commitment to advancing local infrastructure projects efficiently. Additionally, public testimony was not on the agenda for this meeting, indicating a focus on internal discussions. Members expressed gratitude for the cooperation shown during the session, suggesting a positive working environment. As the meeting adjourned, it was noted that the upcoming agenda would include numerous bills, ensuring ongoing legislative activity in the following weeks.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Delivery of Government Efficiency Mar 5th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • But the agencies are executing on that plan and following that plan.
  • Okay, so there's not a process or a plan.
  • This is going to blow up plan because we didn't want to walk into landmines.
  • and planning requirements under a different state law.
  • to do planning requirements under this state law, as well as planning requirements under a different
Summary: The meeting of the House Committee on Delivery of Government Efficiency marked the beginning of a new era focused on holding government agencies accountable and eliminating inefficiencies. Chairman Capriglione emphasized the committee's role in modernizing state government, implementing rigorous oversight, and ensuring that taxpayer dollars are used effectively. The committee plans to address waste, mismanagement, and corruption, aiming for an ambitious agenda over the next 22 months. Discussions included the establishment of public hearings to foster transparency and the development of legislative proposals to drive reform. Several state agencies provided insights into their operations, with a particular focus on how they can better serve the public through increased efficiency and enhanced cybersecurity measures.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Education Mar 6th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Public Education Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I was not going to say that, but if anyone was planning to
  • It's all about focusing on students at an individualized level and making plans for them, discussing
  • And also, even if they do have a plan, it is truly amazing. And we're just...
  • whether their district has an approved designation plan
  • ...plans to increase it.
Bills: HB2
Summary: The meeting focused primarily on legislation related to educational funding and support for students with disabilities. Testimonies were heard regarding HB2, which aims to enhance special education funding and improve the overall educational environment for students. Advocates stressed the importance of investing in mental health services within schools, emphasizing that a holistic approach to student welfare is essential for fostering a safe learning environment. Concerns were raised about charter school funding and the lack of accountability in financial expenditures related to such institutions. Additional discussions highlighted the urgent need for updated policies that reflect current economic realities in education, especially regarding the basic allotment for school funding.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Energy Resources Mar 24th, 2025 at 11:00 am

House Energy Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • couple of sessions ago, highlighted a need for our oil and gas infrastructure to have a comprehensive plan
  • Without proper plans of security against these attacks, our oil and gas industry is vulnerable.
  • ...going to provide a solid foundation that a new plan led
  • I just know that this requires us to create a plan based on the lined items.
  • I think what I've heard is a pretty comprehensive plan on how to minimize and to filter, et cetera.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on the discussion and advancement of several key bills, notably HB1285, HB2890, HB1971, and HB1169. Chairman Darby opened the session by presenting HB2890, addressing the economic impact of liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, particularly in light of recent federal pauses on LNG projects which have affected Texas significantly. The committee heard testimonies regarding the necessity of increasing communication between Gulf states to protect the industry, illustrating the importance of unified action against federal regulations that may harm Texas's LNG sector.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Sep 3rd, 2025 at 06:09 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The plan is not implemented for some unforeseen reason.
  • It was the redistricting plans in 2003, another mid-decade congressional redistricting.
  • Plan for a rigorous camp safety plan.
  • This is more about how DSHS drafts plans for these camps to...
  • The plan is in HB 1. That stuff is in HB 1.
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on discussions surrounding several bills, including HB8, which faced significant scrutiny for its approach to educational assessments and accountability. Representative Garcia Hernandez voiced strong opposition, emphasizing the bill's reliance on high-stakes testing and the lack of meaningful stakeholder engagement, particularly from educators and parents. She urged the committee to pause the bill for further consideration, advocating for a more inclusive reform process. The discussion highlighted a growing concern over the implications of school testing standards and the balance of state versus local control in education. Chairman Bonin presented a conference committee report for SB5 related to disaster funding, underscoring its significance for future preparedness and local government support following recent flooding events. The bill was adopted without significant contention, reflecting bipartisan agreement on its importance.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence Mar 25th, 2025 at 02:03 pm

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • they're relevant to something other than character, such as motive, opportunity, intent, preparation, plan
  • The perpetrator's modus operandi, state of mind, their plans
  • All of your plan and modus operandi evidence, including extraneous offenses, is already admissible as
  • part of a plan or an MO under 404, isn't it?
  • I mean, based on the judge's discretion to determine whether a plan or modus operandi exists that's going
Summary: The committee meeting focused on a range of bills addressing important topics such as artificial intelligence and sexual exploitation laws. Notably, House Bill 235, which aims to add civil and criminal liability for the use of AI-generated deepfake materials, garnered discussion from multiple members and witnesses, including Adrian Shelley from Public Citizen who expressed support for the bill. Concerns about ensuring the legislation's clarity and enforcement were raised. Additionally, House Bill 207 was presented, which seeks to expand definitions within sexual offense laws to include representations involving anatomically correct dolls, eliciting varied perspectives from representatives during the debate.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health Apr 3rd, 2025 at 08:00 am

House S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health

Transcript Highlights:
  • The bill would require a statewide health coordinating council to develop a long-range plan for improving
  • health literacy, along with a biennial report on the plan and any updates.
  • The bill further instructs DSHS to include health literacy issues in their state health plan.
  • grant amount, submit detailed information, implementation plans
  • daughter, my husband and I made the decision to seek a second opinion to continue with her treatment plan
Summary: During this meeting, the committee engaged in extensive discussions regarding various bills aimed at improving public health and welfare, including chronic kidney disease resources and statewide health literacy initiatives. Chair Guillen presented House Bill 3269, which proposes the creation of a centralized resource center for chronic kidney disease that is tailored to help patients and healthcare providers with information and resources, garnering robust support from the committee. Additionally, House Bill 1295 was discussed, focusing on enhancing statewide health literacy with a long-range coordination plan from the Department of State Health Services, which was also received favorably by committee members.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Workforce Apr 29th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House S/C on Workforce

Transcript Highlights:
  • span marker="400" data-time="2394"> I, Ray Tipton, with the City of Brownwood, I had a long speech planned
  • Council identified opportunity youth as a critical population in their most recent economic strategic plan
  • participate in the state system but still take care of their injured workers under injury benefit plans
  • 853" data-time="5112"> ...either provide workers' compensation insurance or have an injury benefit plan
  • As a part of our non-subscriber benefit plan, my company is involved in assisting with the withholding
Summary: The meeting of the committee included significant discussions centered around various bills, particularly those related to workers' compensation, opportunity youth, and sexual harassment. Representative Patterson spearheaded a discussion on HB2369, a bill aimed at reforming the workers' compensation system for first responders, stressing the need for swift evaluations and treatment to facilitate quicker recovery. Several members voiced their support, citing the bill's importance in ensuring that injured first responders can return to work more efficiently. Public testimony highlighted personal stories that underscored the critical impact of the legislation.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Jan 27th, 2025 at 04:01 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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    Heavenly Father, Proverbs 16:9 reminds us, "A man's heart plans

  • You've spoken about how you want everyone to have a seat at the table, and I'm simply asking if you can plan
  • You've spoken about how you want everyone to have a seat at the table, and I'm simply asking if you can plan
Summary: The meeting was primarily focused on legislative business, highlighting several resolutions and bills for discussion and voting. Notable discussions included HCR 54, which authorizes the legislature to adjourn for more than three days, a matter that was adopted with a significant majority. Furthermore, HR 114 was presented to commemorate January 27th as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, brought forward by Representative Rosenthal, who shared personal insights into his family's heritage and emphasized the importance of remembrance and combating anti-Semitism.

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