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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II) Mar 20th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • Supreme Court did leave a narrow path at that time.
  • or a couple of foster families back or by a system that they were thrown into.
  • Citizens on the citizens, leaving the non-citizen blank.
  • We're going to leave that bill pending.
  • We will leave Senate Bill 1209 pending.
Summary: The meeting focused on significant discussions regarding several bills, particularly SB396 and SB827. Public testimonies were heard against SB396, expressing concerns over government overreach regarding voter registrations. Various witnesses highlighted potential disenfranchisement of eligible voters and the inefficiencies of the proposed residency confirmations. SB827 was another bill of interest, with discussions centered around the methods of election monitoring and concerns regarding the accuracy and cost-effectiveness of hand-counted audits.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part II) Feb 13th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

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  • We're requesting funding for a lump sum leave payout and...
  • So we should leave plenty of time on either end for the PUC to do the work on their end.
  • It could also be leaving for other agencies if they just leave because they feel like they need more
  • families. You know a little bit about that?
  • Unfortunately, she had a family emergency requiring her immediate attention.
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting covered significant budget recommendations for the Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) and the Texas Funeral Service Commission, focusing on their proposed changes and the implications of the funding adjustments. Blake Paul from TDLR presented a comprehensive overview including a $23.1 million net decrease in their budget and a significant push for anti-trafficking efforts, which received positive feedback. Additionally, discussions on the whole body donation program highlighted increased funding to facilitate its transition following the recent legislative changes. The committee members engaged actively, debating the sufficiency of the proposed budgets and their impact on ongoing initiatives.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House S/C on Transportation Funding

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  • 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
  • "> Chairman, Vice-Chair, I will just say this bill would definitely alleviate any stress that any family
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 2nd C.S.

Public Health Aug 22nd, 2025 at 09:08 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I just want to make sure that we're not, you know, leaving any gaps.
  • For the sake of the children and families who brought us here in 2019.
  • I'm going to leave the ring on Dan Chandler. Let's let these two people go first.
  • In family code, it goes into more detail, yes, and it talks about DFPS.
  • I have lots of family in East Texas.
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Feb 4th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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  • , and has practiced full-scope family medicine for over 45 years.
  • Most of my family is there, our family burial plot,

  • He is board certified in family medicine and has practiced full-scope family medicine for over 45 years
  • He serves the Lord and his family.
  • Most of my family is there. Our family burial plot is rich in our family's history.
Bills: SB2, SJR36, SB2, SR19, SR27, SR30, SR32, SCR11
Summary: The meeting focused on several resolutions, notably including House resolutions which recognized the academic achievements of the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) and its merging with the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio. Senator Menendez and others praised the benefits of the merger, highlighting its potential for advancing research and education in Texas. Furthermore, various senators acknowledged the presence of community leaders and representatives, emphasizing the importance of local contributions to state development.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Ways & Means May 5th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Ways & Means Committee

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  • Our lives, as a family, involved ever-changing living conditions and challenges.
  • Military spouses left at home become family to one another.
  • These financial impacts can be life-altering to the surviving spouse and family.
  • families.
  • Though modest in number, this inclusion symbolizes our equal recognition of Gold Star families.
Summary: The meeting covered several key legislative proposals aimed at enhancing property tax relief and supporting community development initiatives. House Bill 2032, which addresses tax exemptions for disabled veterans, was discussed; the bill proposes a proportional property tax deduction based on disability ratings, helping veterans secure housing stability amidst rising property costs. House Bill 4270 was also introduced to revitalize declining neighborhoods by offering property tax exemptions for young families moving into these areas—an initiative prompted by demographic shifts in urban areas such as El Paso. The discussions emphasized the critical need for fostering sustainable communities and supporting vulnerable populations.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 (Part I) Apr 16th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We show no one, but I don't want to leave anyone behind.
  • Families, please welcome Vice Provost for Research at Baylor University.
  • It's very easy to connect those people to their families; they find out where they live.
  • I've had the privilege of working with students, families, and fellow educators.
  • These teachers leave HMMSA trainings feeling equipped, empowered, and deeply moved.
Summary: During the committee meeting, key issues surrounding higher education legislation were discussed, focusing on several significant bills. Notably, discussions revolved around SB2233, which mandates public institutions in Texas to prohibit non-immigrant visa holders from supporting terrorist activities. This bill raised concerns regarding free speech and potential overreach in monitoring students and faculty, with various testimonies highlighting its implications for academic freedom. The bill faced opposition from various civil rights organizations and law students who emphasized that such measures could create a chilling effect on political expression and disproportionately affect marginalized communities. In contrast, SB735 on Holocaust education received strong support, aiming to improve educational resources and awareness amid rising anti-Semitism, with calls for comprehensive training for educators. Other bills discussed included SB2683, which restricts institutional benefits from foreign entities considered to pose a national security risk, further emphasizing the tension between security concerns and academic freedom.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 May 1st, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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  • So I think that's important for students and families.
  • I'm sorry you had to leave for New Mexico.
  • We met so many frustrated families from Texas along the way that are facing the same concerns as us.
  • And if we had our own program here in Texas, we could save a lot of money for Texas families.
  • Families and bring in more dollars from surrounding states
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Education K-16 was characterized by a series of discussions on multiple Senate Bills aimed at enhancing educational opportunities across the state. Notably, SB750 was presented by Senator Eckhardt, which seeks to close a loophole that currently excludes standalone EMS employees from receiving tuition exemptions available to firefighters and law enforcement. The testimony from James Monks of the Austin EMS Association highlighted the critical shortage of EMS personnel and the need for incentives to attract workers to this career path. The committee allowed public testimony, which generally supported the bill, leading to positive discussions among members regarding the importance of equal benefits for all first responders. Additionally, SB2430, introduced by Senator Higginbotham, aims to regulate higher education institutions' interactions with foreign adversaries. The bill received support from witnesses such as Michael Lucci, who emphasized the necessity of securing Texas's higher education from potential threats while facilitating collaborations with trusted entities. These discussions emphasized the need for strategies that not only bolster educational funding and accessibility but also protect academic integrity. Overall, the meeting was well-attended, with robust engagement from both committee members and the public.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Texas public schools have been leaving valuable tools on the
  • the people before me, I've actually had a lot of experience representing young people and their families
  • and students while students and families are going...
  • She did have to leave.

    Okay, thank you.

  • We serve 23,000 students, most of whom are the first in their families to go to college.
Summary: The meeting largely centered on discussions about House Bill 120, which aims to improve career and technical education in Texas, particularly focusing on rural students. The bill was introduced as an innovative approach to enhance educational pathways for high-demand jobs, including programs for military readiness and industry-based certifications. Various stakeholders, including educators and representatives from the Career and Technical Association of Texas, provided testimonies in support of the bill, emphasizing the need for such initiatives to address the workforce requirements of the state. Conversely, concerns regarding the bill's implications were raised by several witnesses, primarily focusing on the potential unintended consequences for students with disabilities and the importance of maintaining a collaborative educational approach rather than a punitive one.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations Feb 19th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • If you know that 5,000 students leave your...
  • What I've seen anecdotally is some students leave to go somewhere else, and then come back.
  • The concern is after we leave here, after we sign the budget
  • Students leave, even if they leave for, say, a voucher program
  • Where students may be leaving to go to a charter, and then
Summary: The meeting covered various topics, but specific discussions and bills were not detailed in the available transcript. Despite the lack of documented debates or acknowledgments, it was noted that committee members were present, and there may have been attempts to address crucial legislative matters. The dynamics of the meeting suggested a standard procedural gathering where routine insights were likely shared among the attendees.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • heart disease, and obesity are crippling our workforce, burdening our hospitals, and bankrupting families
  • Now we look at children from lesser means, from economically disadvantaged families, and they're obese
  • I was just going to say the other part of my story growing up in Texas is that I was in a foster family
  • span>

    With that, yeah, I was going to... all right, we'll leave

  • We will stand in recess until after we leave the Senate floor
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Health and Human Services centered around two significant bills, SB25 and SB314, aimed at addressing the growing health crisis in Texas, particularly concerning children. The legislators acknowledged the prevalence of diet-related chronic health issues, including obesity and diabetes, and emphasized the need for a legislative response to improve dietary standards in schools. Senator Kocher championed SB25, which promotes measures like nutrition training for physicians, enhanced food labeling, and physical activity in schools as ways to combat the health crisis. Senator Hughes presented SB314, focusing specifically on prohibiting certain harmful chemicals in school meal programs and ensuring that children have access to healthier food options during school hours.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • Okay, we leave it pending and do a substitute next.

  • You can leave. Is there anybody else wishing to testify for or against Senate Bill 767?
  • The family in this community of Capitol people is phenomenal

  • And it has not gone unnoticed from every family member included
Summary: The Senate Committee on Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs convened to discuss multiple key pieces of legislation focused on water management, emergency response, and related matters commemorating Texas Water Day. Notably, Senate Bill 790, introduced by Senator Alvarado, seeks to implement a simplified resolution process for tenant complaints regarding water discrepancies, which could reduce lengthy administrative hearings. During the session, several bills were passed without opposition, including SB971, which cleaned up inconsistent definitions related to rural political subdivisions, and SB1066, which amended payment and performance bond thresholds, promoting more local vendor access for community projects. The discussions revealed the committee's intent to streamline processes and better address the ongoing challenges faced in water management and emergency services, which are becoming increasingly critical in the face of climate change and resource scarcity.
US
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  • judge can stop a ...nationwide policy in its tracks and leave
  • I think it's a good solution because, like all good compromises, it probably leaves everyone a little
  • Some of these threats have turned into acts of violence that have taken the lives of judges' family members
  • p>Senator, with respect, this bill, the Chairman's bill, would leave
  • ...to judges and to their families, which I think there's
Summary: During this meeting, the committee focused on the implications of universal injunctions, which have become a significant concern in recent years. The discussion centered around various legislative proposals aimed at addressing the perceived overreach of district judges who issue nationwide injunctions that affect policies across the entire country. Several members expressed the belief that such injunctions undermine judicial authority and disrupt the balance of power between the judiciary and executive branches. Expert witnesses testified about the historical context of universal injunctions and the necessity for reforms that would limit the power of courts to grant remedies benefitting non-parties.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance May 7th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • estate, inheritance, legacy, succession, gift, or generation-skipping transfer tax on individuals, families
  • It's a generational killer from family business perspectives and such.
  • They have to treat export the same, even though this groundwater is leaving their communities.
  • existing state and federal funding programs will cover roughly 25 percent of this need, and this will leave
  • We're going to leave this bill pending for now.
Bills: HB3077, HJR2, HJR7
Summary: The meeting focused on HJR7, with substantial discussions surrounding Texas' dire water infrastructure needs and proposed funding allocations. The committee, led by Chairman Perry, emphasized the necessity for a dedicated funding source to address an estimated $154 billion required for both water supply projects and repairing aging infrastructure. Witnesses, including executives from various engineering and environmental organizations, testified about the critical state of Texas' water systems and the anticipated shortfall of 6.8 million acre-feet of water annually by 2070. Testimony highlighted the urgency of implementing strategies such as desalination and flood mitigation to secure Texas' future water resources.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II) Mar 17th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • She may have had to leave.
  • Not only did this distributor leave us with nearly half

  • span> of filing a complaint when we find our business at risk and leaves
  • It leaves Texas farmers and Texas wine businesses with no solution to the exact same problem in the statute
  • My company, Texas Vine Country, is a family-owned, vertically-integrated wine business.
Summary: The Senate Committee on State Affairs conducted a thorough review of multiple bills including SB1349, SB1585, and SB667, with extensive public testimony and discussion. Witness Samantha Fillmore-Vick provided insights on SB667, while the committee emphasized the need for clarity in the legislative process amid a lengthy session. Other bills were also presented, but they remain pending with no final decisions made during this meeting.
US

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hearings to examine certain pending nominations. May 1st, 2025 at 08:30 am

Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel

Transcript Highlights:
  • We also want to recognize the families that are here today.
  • I wish to acknowledge and thank my family.

  • We are also blessed to have a number of family, friends, and former teammates with us here today.
  • Again, welcome to the family and friends.
  • Since leaving active duty...
Summary: The meeting was primarily focused on discussing nominations for key positions within the Department of Defense, specifically for roles such as the Undersecretary of the Air Force and the Deputy Undersecretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security. Senators expressed urgent concerns about global security threats, the need for robust military readiness, and the emphasis on effective collaboration with NATO allies amidst rising tensions with adversaries such as Russia and China. Several senators highlighted the challenges facing military infrastructure and defense capabilities, suggesting a critical need for improvements and investment in these areas to ensure national security.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Intergovernmental Affairs Apr 15th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

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  • That makes the grid more stable and protects families when they need energy the most.
  • Or a family with an...

  • And this isn't just good for families, it's good for Texas.
  • There is nothing to do in San Antonio after 9 PM for families.
  • My business is family-owned.

Summary: The committee meeting revolved around significant discussions regarding various housing and firefighter-related issues in Texas. Prominently, House Bill 3171 aimed to reinstate bargaining tools for firefighters that were invalidated by a recent Supreme Court ruling. The bill sparked diverse opinions among stakeholders, with testimonies highlighting the need for effective labor negotiations and concerns about financial implications from local government representatives. House Bill 2142 focused on addressing homelessness through innovative solutions like tiny home shelters, emphasizing collaboration between state, local, and university resources. This bill sought to provide critical mental health services and other supportive measures to the homeless population in Texas, which is notably large and growing.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

State Affairs Sep 3rd, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • span marker="10" data-time="54"> or making certain expenditures while absent from the state without leave
  • for legitimate reasons such as a medical emergency or a family
  • That's so blatant: just mail it the day before we leave and
  • Their posts leave the state and break quorum for the purpose
Bills: HB18
Summary: The committee meeting focused on House Bill 18, which aims to establish penalties for lawmakers who intentionally break quorum to obstruct legislative processes. Senator Hinojosa presented the bill, explaining that it prohibits absent legislators from fundraising and incurs civil penalties for violations. Public testimony was taken, with supporters emphasizing the need for accountability and transparency among legislators. Discussions among committee members highlighted the bill's implications and raised questions about its efficacy in preventing planned quorum breaks.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources (Part I) May 14th, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Madam Dean will leave the bill pending and we'll try to vote quickly.
  • Affecting the livelihoods of those and countless families
  • Personally, my family lost cattle, pasture, and structures.
  • Our family has cattle all over, so I just appreciate it.
  • With no other questions, then we'll leave the bill pending.
Summary: The meeting included a robust discussion on several bills aimed at addressing regulatory issues in the state. Key among these was House Bill 4384, presented by Representative Darby, which focuses on alleviating financial burdens caused by regulatory lag for natural gas utilities. The bill seeks to allow temporary deferral of costs related to new infrastructure, and public testimonies highlighted a significant division in opinion, with some stakeholders arguing it would increase costs for consumers without adequate oversight. The committee members engaged actively with the testimonies, indicating a comprehensive review of the implications of the bill. House Bill 2663 was also introduced, aimed at preventing wildfires through better oversight of outdated electrical infrastructure at inactive oil and gas well sites, emphasizing the need for removed or de-energized equipment to avoid future incidents. Additionally, several other bills like HB1237 and HB3071 were discussed, with the latter addressing the cancellation of inactive landfill permits to reflect current land use and community development. The overall tone of the meeting was collaborative, with members expressing gratitude for professionalism despite some disagreements on policy details. The meeting concluded with several bills left pending for further discussion before moving to votes in subsequent sessions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) May 25th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • impracticality of pursuing criminal charges,

    this leaves

  • Very well, we will leave the bill pending at this time, but
  • to look up the product of conception for DNA purposes, and I cannot imagine how she felt and her family
  • They don't have the means to leave the hospital in a car, go and get help.
  • a patient who was in an abusive relationship and she was terrified of her partner and had tried to leave
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.

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