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TX
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  • enforcement agencies.
  • The law enforcement folks that are there do not have

  • **Senator Paxton**: So how many law enforcement people

  • enforcement.
  • Well, in my sources from both Mexican law enforcement and public officials and on this side of the border
Summary: The meeting involved a comprehensive review of various legislative bills, with members voicing their opinions and concerns on each. Significant discussions centered around land use policies, education reforms, and public health initiatives. A number of witnesses were called to share their insights, providing both supportive and opposing perspectives on the proposed bills. The committee demonstrated a commitment to thorough deliberation, ensuring all voices were heard before taking votes on the legislation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Nominations Mar 10th, 2025

Senate Nominations Committee

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  • We make the law.
  • Even the laws in criminal law are generally much clearer than they may be in other areas of the law.
  • law.
  • Laws allow close family members and law enforcement to
  • The ERPO expired and he had no further contact with law enforcement.
Summary: The meeting revolved around various critical discussions, primarily focusing on school safety and the challenges surrounding border security. Key testimonies highlighted the significant strides made in reducing illegal crossings but emphasized the need for continued vigilance against crime and drug trafficking, particularly fentanyl. Members expressed gratitude towards the Texas Senate's supportive role in funding for safety measures and strengthening resources to keep the state safe. Conversations also centered around the implementation of new safety protocols in schools, including the establishment of the Office of School Safety and Security, and how schools are addressing vulnerabilities identified from assessments. Furthermore, the importance of mental health resources was underscored as a complement to physical security improvements within educational institutions.
US
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  • They're not dictated by law.
  • enforcement.
  • The field office, along with other federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, has been actively
  • ...state and local law enforcement in the state of Arkansas
  • But the key to success there is our partnership with state and local law enforcement, who have the ground-level
Summary: The Senate Intelligence Committee convened for a significant meeting focused on the Annual Worldwide Threats Hearing. Prominent officials from various intelligence agencies presented their insights on emerging national security threats, including concerns over increasing cyber threats, particularly from China and non-state actors. A major discussion point included the balance between national security and civil liberties, as evidenced by conversations surrounding Section 702 of FISA and its implications for privacy protection. The challenges posed by cartels and transnational criminal organizations, especially related to narcotics trafficking, were emphasized as pressing issues necessitating coordinated responses from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. This meeting underscored the necessity of public-private partnerships to tackle these multifaceted threats effectively.
TX
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  • in a prior session are indeed enforceable against such plans.
  • Other OIG peace officers investigate SNAP fraud at retailers and collaborate with other law enforcement
  • Enforcement (TCO).
  • This bill will allow the OIG to offer salaries comparable to those of other state law enforcement agencies
  • enforcement agencies.
Summary: The meeting involved in-depth discussions focused primarily on several significant bills aimed at reforming healthcare, improving consumer protection, and enhancing community-based care. Key highlights included House Bill 1919 and House Bill 1763, which address the roles and regulation of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in Texas. Lawmakers emphasized the need for these bills to create a fairer landscape for independent pharmacies while ensuring patient access to necessary medications. Public testimonies reflected both support for the reforms and concerns regarding their potential implications. Another major topic was Senate Bill 513, which proposes the development of a pilot program for community-based care in rural West Texas, aiming to improve child welfare services in regions facing unique challenges.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services Apr 2nd, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • And we already know the strain that is on law enforcement right now in trying to assist these patients
  • Last year, Senator Whitmire had some concerns about law enforcement in jail, and this bill had his blessing
  • For example, what law enforcement entity will respond

  • Law enforcement is doing this work all the time, and that is very important to see because we have so
  • But if I look at it, we've tried to intervene multiple times, so we are ineffectively using our law enforcement
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to discuss several significant bills, including SB968, SB966, and SB437. Senator Zaffirini presented SB968, which aims to modernize podiatry regulations in alignment with current practices, while SB966 involves the licensing and regulation of podiatry, addressing outdated provisions following a 2017 transition to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Both bills indicate a necessary clean-up of statutory language to better reflect contemporary standards in healthcare regulations. Additionally, Senator Hinojosa proposed SB437, which focuses on providing effective regulatory frameworks for chemical dependency treatment facilities, highlighting an urgent increase in demand due to rising substance abuse rates post-COVID-19.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence Mar 4th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

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  • In my law enforcement experience, a patrol... a whole shift or investigative division runs smoothly if
  • Law enforcement has them; they're throughout the country.
  • Because even the occupations code for law enforcement officers and most policies in law enforcement agencies
  • Law enforcement has them throughout the country.
  • enforcement officers and most policies in law enforcement agencies across the state and across the country
Summary: The meeting of the Texas Juvenile Justice Committee focused on addressing key issues within the juvenile justice system, particularly outlining a severe staffing shortage that impacts service delivery to youth in secure facilities. The Director of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department presented significant findings, including a spike in violence among youth and a concerning increase in youth with heightened aggressive behaviors and mental health needs. The committee emphasized the urgent need for additional staffing and funding to enhance the living and working conditions in juvenile facilities and ensure adequate programming for the youth involved.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources (Part I) May 21st, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

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  • And there's not really currently an enforcement mechanism.
  • So there's no enforcement ability for us to require a project developer to.
  • I'm also an adjunct professor of wildlife law and animal law at SMU College of Law.
  • ...special agent within the law enforcement division of that
  • This legislation does not preempt existing laws.
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

Public Health Apr 21st, 2025 at 12:04 pm

House Public Health Committee

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  • I was also a mental health officer, and I can tell you firsthand from the law enforcement perspective
  • I've been in law enforcement for nearly 40 years, and in that time, we haven't moved the needle very
  • far for law enforcement when it comes to handling people in mental health crises.
  • They cycle through because law enforcement doesn't have any options.
  • Law enforcement and first responders have few choices on
Summary: The Committee on Public Health convened to discuss various bills related to mental health, public health initiatives, and animal care. Notably, representatives presented House Bill 2264, which aims to facilitate communication between mental health patients and their families, allowing family members to provide important medical information during emergencies. The bill sparked a substantial discussion, with advocates from the National Alliance on Mental Illness supporting its intention to improve patient outcomes. Other significant bills included HB 1747, introduced to create a council for mental health and substance use, fostering collaboration among affected systems, and HB 2684, which focuses on palliative care options for parents facing life-limiting diagnoses for their unborn children. Public testimonies supported these measures, highlighting their importance in enhancing care and support for vulnerable populations.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Justice May 14th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

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  • law.
  • ...law enforcement.
  • There was a T-Coal work group that met for a long period of time, made up of both law enforcement and
  • non-law enforcement personnel.
  • Every city that's under state civil service, it's a matter of law with them already.
Bills: SB3073, SJR87
Summary: The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice convened to discuss important legislative amendments regarding bail reform in Texas. The meeting centered around two key bills: SJR87 and SB3073. SJR87 is a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at imposing stricter bail conditions for repeat violent offenders, requiring judges to deny bail without individual assessments of risk in certain cases. This sparked contentious debate, highlighting the concerns among committee members and public witnesses about potential infringements on due process and judicial discretion. Proponents argued that the amendment would help safeguard the community against repeat offenders by ensuring that those with serious crimes on their record could not be released on bail under questionable circumstances.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Mar 26th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

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  • To enforce a self-service storage facility.
  • We have quite a bit of authority through the 501, but the IDA law is very archaic.
  • What is the current state of the law for electricians?
  • of Texas Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Enforcement Institute
  • Enforcement Institute, and yourself, and that you are for the bill.
Summary: The meeting addressed several key pieces of legislation, with significant focus on bills related to property owners' associations and the Texas Workforce Commission's training programs. Representative Harris-Navila presented HB517, which aims to allow property owners' associations to impose fines for discolored vegetation during watering restrictions. The committee adopted a community substitute for this bill before moving it forward with a recommendation for passage. Meanwhile, HB2791, highlighted by Chairwoman Button, focusses on vocational rehabilitation programs for individuals with disabilities, with provisions that require efficient operation to avoid lapses in service.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Mar 19th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Natural Resources Committee

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  • Under current law, the PUC must determine a monetary amount
  • And if the parties cannot agree on compensation, usually it is kicked to an administrative law judge,
  • Is that the current law today, that you have to?
  • existing law to compel them to comply.
  • I think more vigorous enforcement of existing regulations would help.
Summary: The recent committee meeting addressed various critical bills, focusing primarily on water management and flood control across Texas. Notable discussions included House Bill 1177, which proposes introducing stricter penalties for floodplain violations, aiming to deliver swift accountability for ongoing offenses. Representative Cunningham highlighted the urgency of this issue, emphasizing that current enforcement mechanisms lead to prolonged legal challenges, which can heighten flood risks for vulnerable communities. This bill sparked numerous inquiries from members, showcasing the committee's commitment to improving flood management legislation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Elections Apr 30th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Elections Committee

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  • This, what the law.
  • issue of the current law?
  • I think what we're doing is complying with federal law. Federal law preempts state law.
  • And executive orders are not law.
  • The law is what we have right now in Texas.
Summary: The House Committee on Elections convened to deliberate on several legislative measures, focusing significantly on the accessibility and integrity of the voting process. Key discussions included the presentation of HB5430, which addresses the declaration of a candidate’s ineligibility based on their filing status. The committee also reviewed Senate Bill SB901, a companion bill that echoes the intentions of HB5430. Other bills such as HB2253 aimed to introduce flexibility for local governments in case of disaster declarations, allowing them to cancel elections in a specified timeframe, emphasizing the need for local leaders to act decisively during crises. Additionally, Senate Bill SB760 was introduced to protect vulnerable populations, ensuring that legal guardians are notified when mail-in ballots are requested by individuals in long-term care facilities. Testimonies both supported and challenged the measures, revealing deep concerns regarding potential implications of these bills on voter rights, particularly for disabled stakeholders and elderly populations.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Land & Resource Management Apr 3rd, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Land & Resource Management Committee

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  • state law, nor do we want the state to preempt local law.
  • No, it brackets around that law enforcement training

  • The Law Enforcement Training Center in Dallas County

  • That law enforcement.
  • enforcement training center in a county.
Summary: The meeting featured public testimonies from various stakeholders, including mayors from small cities who described the difficulties of rapid development with limited staff and resources. They highlighted the importance of balancing property rights and groundwater management while planning for sustainable growth. The discussions were robust, addressing the challenges of infrastructure demands stemming from growth and the necessary partnerships between local governments and developers. Overall, the meeting showcased the committee's engagement with community concerns regarding local governance and sustainable development practices.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Apr 7th, 2025 at 03:00 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • of this exceptionally young Texan and honorary law enforcement
  • And whereas, in the course of his treatment, DJ began visiting law enforcement, inspired by his fellow
  • D.J. is on the desk with a lot of law enforcement, some from Tarrant County.
  • To all the law enforcement officers present today, on the
  • You are surrounded by your law enforcement heroes today, but please know, you are a hero to every single
Summary: The committee meeting addressed significant topics, including two resolutions, HCR65 and HCR119. HCR65 commemorated the life of Tracy Lee Vincent from Longview, while HCR119 also addressed another memorial. These discussions involved motions for deferring other bills’ readings and the scheduling of a congratulatory memorial resolutions calendar. The meeting included formal recognitions of important individuals, including veterans and milestones in their contributions, illustrating the dignity of the proceedings and the respect given to public service. Additionally, the committee conducted motions to allow for committee meetings during session hours, ensuring legislative business continued smoothly despite scheduling challenges. Amidst these discussions, members recognized first responders and notable citizens whose actions had significantly impacted their communities. This highlighted the meeting's focus not only on legislative duties but also on honoring the individuals that contribute to societal welfare. The session was characterized by a spirit of collaboration and respect, as well as moments of solemn remembrance, establishing a balanced agenda that combined urgency in legislative work with the ceremonial aspects of governance. By the end of the meeting, a clear path forward was established with several motions ordered and memorials acknowledged.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee

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  • I mean, I've received other complaints about laws not being enforced.
  • I think that the law enforcement agencies I deal with, they're trying to do their best.
  • I mean, I've received other complaints about laws not being enforced.
  • I think that the law enforcement agencies I deal with, they're trying to do their best.
  • We do have one Medicaid law enforcement officer down in the valley that's hooked up into a task force
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development May 14th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

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  • enforcement.
  • Law enforcement does use this to solve particularly

  • The closest analog we have in the law to that is the ownership...
  • So we want to continue our good work for law enforcement, for the people, for the courts, and everything
  • Current federal law restricts federally funded social services with workforce.
Summary: The meeting focused on several key legislative bills that were discussed thoroughly, including SB140, SB1484, and SB1802 among others. One of the notable discussions was around SB1484, which seeks to prevent food service establishments from misleading consumers by accurately labeling catfish products. Witnesses from the Texas Aquaculture Association testified in support of this bill, emphasizing the importance of truth in labeling to protect local producers. The bill passed with unanimous support, showcasing a collaborative effort to support Texas's catfish industry. Additionally, SB1802 proposed making it the landlord’s responsibility to repair elevators in senior housing, addressing safety concerns for vulnerable populations. The discussions around this bill resulted in proposed amendments to enhance protections for residents in such facilities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 18th, 2025 at 12:08 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • Members, strict enforcement has been requested by Mr. Moody.
  • mechanisms, all without banning lawful hemp-derived products.
  • Legislation that protects law enforcement officers from

  • enforcement agencies regarding certain employees of the agency for the Committee on Homeland Security
  • HB number forty-four by McLaughlin addresses the jurisdiction and operation of the County Court and Law
Summary: The committee meeting addressed a range of legislation aimed at addressing public safety and emergency preparedness, particularly focusing on the aftermath of recent storms in Texas. A noteworthy aspect of the discussions involved several bills related to youth camp safety, disaster preparedness, and the establishment of emergency communication systems. Members actively debated the merits of various proposals, with particular attention on HB80, which addresses abortion-related liabilities, indicating a contentious atmosphere surrounding personal rights and public health issues. Testimonies from public witnesses reinforced the urgency of implementing stronger flood response measures and safeguarding vulnerable populations during emergencies.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 11th, 2025 at 02:00 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • Anne Manning is a proud graduate of Texas Tech University and the Texas Tech School of Law.
  • of Law, where she is set to graduate this coming summer.
  • HB 187 by Mesa relating to the law enforcement agency

  • Practice law in the state.
  • to enforce federal immigration law.
Summary: The committee meeting featured a thorough examination of several bills, including discussions on SB4 and HB2214. Members expressed varied opinions on the implications of these bills, with particular focus on land management and environmental concerns. The chair facilitated an active dialogue among members, highlighting both support and opposition from various stakeholders. Notably, public testimonies were also heard, contributing to the committee's understanding of community impacts related to the legislation. The meeting reflected a commitment to transparency and thorough consideration of each bill's potential effects.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Feb 24th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • law.
  • law?
  • law?
  • ...work for the state enforcing the law actually have to
  • They had three disciplines that they needed to meet: one had to be a CPA, one had to be a law enforcement
Summary: The meeting was a crucial session for discussing several important bills including SB992, which aims to establish a clear time frame for the Attorney General's approval on outside legal counsel for state agencies. Senator Nichols presented the bill, emphasizing its necessity for timely responses to ensure efficient legal processing. Another notable discussion centered around SB523, which seeks to allow parole and probation officers to use a business address on their driver's licenses for safety and security purposes. This bill passed favorably out of the committee, with public testimony supporting the need for such provisions due to the risks these officers face.

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