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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Mar 5th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • marker="193" data-time="1152"> If they want to use their backup generation, they actually have to leave
  • ...have to leave the grid in order to utilize it.
  • If they want to use their backup generation, they actually have to leave the grid to use it.
  • They have to leave the grid in order to utilize it. The fourth scenario is co-location, where...
Summary: The meeting convened primarily to discuss HB5066, focusing on energy policy and power generation in Texas. Key discussions revolved around the challenges and opportunities associated with forecasting energy demand and the balance between different types of generation sources, including renewables and thermal energy. Members voiced concerns about the speed at which new power generation can be integrated into the grid, with panelists emphasizing the critical need for effective transmission enhancements to keep pace with increasing demand. Notably, members also scrutinized the historical allocation of a $5 billion fund intended for energy projects, urging a review of previous allocations before committing further funds.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 Mar 18th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • A parent or caregiver should not have to leave work to pay for the care they receive at school.
  • The NSES doesn't mention fetal development until 10th grade and they only require the students to leave
  • It will leave, excuse me, for example, most Texans reject
  • It's through our community colleges that we're not leaving that door open.
Summary: The Senate Education Committee convened to discuss multiple bills, primarily focusing on SB1619 and SB6019. Senator Dean Zaffirini presented SB1619, and the discussion revolved around modernizing the state's approach to epinephrine delivery devices. The highlighted importance of addressing anaphylaxis treatments in schools, particularly focusing on ensuring that both current and future delivery methods are adequately represented in the legislation was prominent. Participation from public testimony was also anticipated, allowing for community engagement.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Human Services Apr 29th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • So the notice probably should be in the patient room or, at the very least, leave it at the nearest nurse
  • This shows that there are staff available, but these staff will tell you they leave because of poor working
  • To get to her, only one will leave. That's it. Thank you.
  • OK, so we'll leave you. And then, Lynn Cowles, you are.
Summary: The meeting was organized to address several key bills affecting health care and public assistance programs. A significant portion of the time was dedicated to discussing HB4585, which seeks to streamline claims processing for Medicaid providers by instituting strict payment timelines and limiting the use of artificial intelligence in utilization reviews. Representative Spiller and various stakeholders provided testimonies highlighting the frustrations of rural health care providers regarding payment delays. Concerns were raised about preserving patient access to necessary services amid administrative burdens. Another important discussion revolved around HB2734, which aims to combat fraud in public assistance programs, a topic that sparked heated testimonies reflecting the complexities faced by low-income families in navigating application processes. Critics expressed worries that the bill could mistakenly criminalize innocent mistakes in applications.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Transportation Funding Apr 14th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House S/C on Transportation Funding

Transcript Highlights:
  • One of these bus-to-the-gate situations, the county leaves
  • The Chair will leave HB 4905 pending.
  • As it currently stands, my constituents already have to pay a toll when they leave my district to come
  • Individuals and their families in this situation are worried enough with the uncertainty of leaving their
Summary: The committee meeting centered on several key legislative bills focused primarily on transportation and toll road policies. Notable discussions included HB1589, which aims to require voter approval before any new toll road can be constructed. Representative Dirty emphasized that Texans should have a voice regarding tolling roads they didn't vote for, while opponents argued that this could impede necessary road funding. HB2725, which proposed toll exemptions for first responders, also received significant attention as it seeks to alleviate financial burdens on those who serve the community during emergencies. Witnesses testified on behalf of these bills, providing personal stories and statistics to support their positions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 23rd, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Are you going to leave for another meeting?
  • Sorry, he's leaving now. Yeah. OK.
  • And I didn't want to leave. I wanted to build something great and do it right.
  • span>

    Actually, I have several questions, but I'm going to leave

Summary: Additionally, the committee reviewed HB4531, aiming to protect property owners from fraudulent ownership claims, which generated extensive discussions on real estate fraud and the support mechanisms for citizens lacking legal representation. Testimonies from various stakeholders pointed out the bill's potential to streamline the process for dispute resolution and protect vulnerable property owners, furthering the overarching goal of ensuring justice and accountability within the property systems. The committee concluded with the discussion of HB4903, which seeks to enhance workforce support through better child care initiatives.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part I) May 15th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm going to ask him to leave this room. I may need to leave. Okay.
  • Okay, so it does look like it might leave us open to some frivolous lawsuits.
  • We'll get to the next witness, but just leave this

Summary: The meeting of the committee covered significant legislative matters, emphasizing the discussion around several bills such as HB2025, which aims to streamline the process of filing plats with tax receipts to prevent rejections. Representative Tepper and Senator Hughes led extensive discussions to clarify the implications of this bill, which resulted in public testimony that was ultimately closed with no opposition. Additional discussions included SB3065 regarding the creation of specific municipal management districts, where the committee expected to reconcile drafting errors in a forthcoming committee substitute. Besides, the committee reviewed HB4506, which proposes electronic delivery of zoning notices to enhance communication efficiency in municipalities. Overall, the meeting demonstrated a focused approach towards improving housing and governance-related processes within the community.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Education K-16 Aug 6th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And then as far as getting rid of the STAR test and replacing it, are you leaving that open for each
  • Leaving

  • So when you think about them leaving school at the end of the year,
  • that they leave little time for instruction and that they're
Bills: SB8
Summary: The Senate Committee on Education K-16 convened to discuss Senate Bill 8, focusing on revising Texas's statewide assessment system by eliminating the STAR test and replacing it with a more efficient structure. This bill was highlighted as an important effort to enhance student accountability and academic performance through three testing phases: beginning, middle, and end of the academic year, to commence in the 2027-2028 school year. During the meeting, various stakeholders including educators and business leaders presented their support, emphasizing the need for a timely, transparent, and actionable assessment strategy that better serves students' educational needs and alleviates the pressure of over-testing in schools. Furthermore, the committee addressed the importance of ensuring assessments align closely with the Texas educational standards and provide teachers with the resources to adapt instruction based on real-time student data.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Border Security (Part I) Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Border Security Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Leave

  • All right, I'll lay it out, and then we'll leave it pending.
  • p> If not, we will leave
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance May 20th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Somebody an excuse to leave the state of Texas, right in
  • I'll leave it there. We welcome the interim conversation.
  • insurance commissioners nationwide had joined the insurance industry within less than a decade of leaving
Bills: SB1642, SB1643, SB2530
Summary: The committee meeting held extensive discussions on multiple pieces of legislation focused primarily on insurance and healthcare. A significant portion of the meeting revolved around SB1643, which proposes changes to how property and casualty insurance rates are regulated in Texas by requiring prior approval from the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) for any rate changes exceeding 10%. Members expressed mixed feelings about this proposal, with concerns that it might lead to increased costs for consumers while discussing the balance between consumer protection and maintaining a competitive insurance market. Witnesses offered testimony both in favor and against the bill, highlighting the importance of thoughtful regulatory frameworks amidst rising insurance costs.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • That leaves us with.

  • Since leaving our family gas station, I had the privilege of serving the American people in multiple
Summary: The meeting was convened to discuss several significant nominations, particularly focusing on Preston Wills Griffith III for Undersecretary of Energy and Dr. Dario Gil for Undersecretary of Science. The committee underscored the importance of these roles in shaping American energy policy and scientific innovation. The discussion highlighted the nominees' backgrounds, with Griffith having extensive experience at the Department of Energy and the White House, and Gil bringing expertise in quantum technology and energy research. Members expressed a strong desire to understand the nominees' perspectives on current challenges facing the energy sector, including regulatory mandates and national security concerns. The meeting concluded with a commitment to ensuring thorough evaluations of the candidates and their proposed approaches to pressing issues.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • So our message to Governor Abbott and Mike Morath is: leave our kids alone. Thank you.
  • ...that leave too much to interpretation to the Texas Education
Summary: The committee meeting focused on the impacts of House Bill 8, which proposes increasing the frequency of state testing for students in Texas. During the meeting, various testimonies were provided by students, highlighting their concerns about the negative effects of standardized testing on their educational experience. Students expressed that the pressure of multiple assessments causes significant stress and detracts from the joy of learning. Some lawmakers voiced their opposition to the bill, emphasizing the need for a thorough review and consideration of alternative evaluation methods that prioritize student well-being over testing metrics.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Human Services Apr 1st, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I didn't want you to leave here thinking that I'm against it.
  • on maternity leave.
  • The chair leaves out HB 3595 and offers a committee substitute and recognizes Representative Barry to
  • I'm going to leave it there. I appreciate it. Thank you very much.
  • And Tamitha had to leave; she's a family member.
Summary: The committee meeting encompassed a comprehensive discussion regarding various legislative matters, including the critical examination of HB741, HB341, HB582, and HB471. Representative Gervin Hawkins presented HB741, aimed at enhancing financial support for relative caregivers, ensuring an alignment in assistance with licensed foster parents to foster kinship placements. This initiative was met with supportive testimonies from several stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of keeping children connected with their families for stability. Furthermore, representatives voiced differing views on the proposed regulations in HB341 and HB582, leading to a vibrant debate where several public members provided insight into practical implications and potential consequences of the bills.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) Mar 31st, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Bill 1698 addresses a true lack of clarity that undermines fines enforcement and leaves us open
  • If we just address this as eight-liners, is that going to leave the door open for him to come up with
  • And leave Senate Bill 1860 pending.
  • We will close, and we will leave Senate Bill 2429 pending
  • And it is also unconstitutional; I'll just leave it at
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on State Affairs featured intense discussions centered around the regulation of tobacco and e-cigarette products, with a particular focus on protecting minors from harmful marketing practices. Senators presented various bills addressing the marketing of these products, which included SB1313, SB1314, and SB1316. Senator Cook laid out SB1313, aimed at prohibiting deceptive marketing techniques that entice minors, alongside testimony from concerned parents advocating for stronger regulations against smoke shops near schools. The committee also examined the App Store Accountability Act, led by Senator Paxson, which aims to ensure age verification for app downloads and hold app stores accountable for protecting minors online. Public testimony played a crucial role in the discussion, with parents and experts weighing in on the necessity of stringent regulations to safeguard youth from exploitation by marketers of addictive products.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V Feb 26th, 2025 at 09:30 am

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

Transcript Highlights:
  • If officers have to leave the campus to go and train, then
  • populations, but still leaving some juveniles out of the
  • I think UTMB, if they were actually paying for the rent, I'd certainly have to leave that to UTMB.
  • Yes, certainly when our staff are leaving they're

  • Both phases have been implemented, leaving a positive impact on the agency.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on comprehensive budget recommendations across various law enforcement and correctional agencies. Notable discussions included funding for the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and the Legislative Budget Board's educational and support initiatives for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Specific emphasis was placed on addressing staffing shortages and retention of personnel, particularly in parole and correctional officer positions, amid rising concerns regarding jail standards and operational efficiency. The meeting also saw testimonies from agency heads who outlined their needs and challenges, underscoring the importance of legislative support for public safety and corrections reform.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Feb 3rd, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We also did not try to get answers from higher education, and I'm going to leave that up.
  • There's a lot of talk about **OBGYNs** in our state leaving or not having access to rural healthcare.
  • Our charge before we leave this session, and I'm filing a bill to address the juvenile detention.
  • Well, please give our best to the—did she leave? I'm sure she left her job.
  • But you can't leave them in the environment that they're doing violence in.
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting focused on various topics related to child welfare, particularly emphasizing the importance of kinship placements in the foster care system. Senators Alvarado and Hinojosa engaged in a detailed discussion regarding the benefits of kinship care, highlighting better outcomes for children and the financial implications for the state. They emphasized a need for continued investments in kinship care as a strategy to improve child welfare outcomes, encouraging the legislature to consider this approach moving forward. Additionally, the committee reviewed community-based care programs, which aim to keep children in their communities to promote stability and familial connections.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Apr 2nd, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Sheriff Brian Hawthorne had to leave.

  • Hawthorne had to leave?

  • You had to leave? All right. Thank you for your testimony.
  • This fear will force many people to leave Texas.
  • I don't want to leave Texas because of this bill.
Summary: The Committee on Homeland Security and Public Safety and Veterans Affairs meeting focused on multiple legislative proposals primarily addressing issues related to safety, security, and law enforcement. Chairman Heffner led the committee through discussions on various bills including HB2318, which establishes a statewide Human Trafficking Data Repository, and HB2363, which expands the authority of peace officers to arrest individuals without a warrant outside their jurisdiction. Testimonies from various stakeholders were heard, emphasizing the importance of these measures in combating crime and enhancing public safety in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Property Tax Appraisals May 1st, 2025 at 10:05 am

House S/C on Property Tax Appraisals

Transcript Highlights:
  • I want to make some comments; he did leave some...
  • This bill and leave it pending in committee forever.
Summary: The meeting of the Permanent Standing Subcommittee on Property Tax Appraisals focused on several important bills aimed at improving the efficiency and transparency of property appraisal processes. Notably, Senate Bill 2073 was discussed, which seeks to provide appraisal districts with more flexibility in managing facility improvements while streamlining the approval process. The bill was noted to enhance operational efficiency, allowing Appraisal Districts greater financial tools to manage long-term capital projects. Witness Leona Mann testified in support, highlighting the need to reduce bureaucratic barriers that currently hinder timely decisions on property acquisitions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 May 19th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Emerging teachers and our best teachers are leaving

  • 954"> Teachers surveyed who have been in the profession for three years or longer are considering leaving
Summary: The Senate Committee on Education K-16 convened to discuss House Bill 2, which focuses on public education funding and reforms. Senator Creighton presented amendments to the bill, highlighting significant increases in funding for special education and enhancements to teacher pay. Notably, the committee adopted a new substitute version of the bill after thorough discussions regarding its implications on districts and educators. Several senators expressed their concerns and support for the bill, emphasizing the importance of ensuring that all educational stakeholders are adequately compensated and that the bill addresses ongoing educational challenges in Texas.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair will leave House Bill 1105 pending for reconsideration
  • Members, just for clarification for the record, it's the Chair's intent to leave House Bill 1105 pending
Summary: In this meeting of the Senate Committee on Education K-16, significant discussions were held regarding a variety of educational bills. Notable among these was the discussion on HB4, which focuses on public school accountability and the implementation of an instructional assessment program. The committee substitute proposed for HB4 was passed with a majority vote, reflecting a commitment to enhancing educational standards. Additionally, HB4687 was favorably reported, aiming to address immunity and liability laws pertaining to charter schools. Members actively debated the merits of each bill, reflecting diverse viewpoints and concerns, particularly around educational policies and their impacts on school governance and accountability. Further deliberation led to the reporting of several other bills, including HB2598, which pertains to licensing requirements for school psychologists, and HB3629, which aims to prohibit sex offenders from serving on school boards. Each of these bills was discussed thoroughly, with motions made to certify them for conditional calendars, moving them forward in the legislative process. The meeting showcased robust participation from committee members, indicating a proactive approach to shaping the future of education policy in the state.
US

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hearings to examine the nomination of Lori Chavez-DeRemer, of Oregon, to be Secretary of Labor. - Part 2 of 2 Feb 19th, 2025 at 09:00 am

Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • embarrassment of America being the only major country on earth that does not guarantee paid family and medical leave
  • span> Your country on earth doesn't guarantee paid family medical leave
Summary: The meeting centered around an in-depth discussion of the PRO Act, with representatives expressing passionate opinions both for and against the legislation. Representative Chavez de Rimmer emphasized the importance of worker freedom, arguing that the PRO Act would infringe upon individual rights by coercing unionization. This perspective was strongly received by members from right-to-work states, who articulated their concerns about the potential erosion of workers' choices and protections. Speaker after speaker conveyed conflicting views on labor laws, indicating a deeply polarized environment surrounding labor issues at the moment.

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