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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House Natural Resources Committee

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  • The chair now calls Chair L'Oreal Stepney of the Texas Water Development Board and Executive Director
  • Development Board, is that correct?
  • Life and property during different flood events.
  • We do need a consultant or engineering help developing that full application. But our...
  • Does that fall under the previous speaker's discussion with the Texas Water Development Board?
Summary: During this meeting of the Texas House Natural Resources Committee, critical discussions centered on various legislative proposals impacting water management and conservation in the state. Chairman Harris emphasized the importance of balancing economic growth with conservation efforts, noting the urgency of addressing Texas's finite water resources. Several members raised concerns about the administrative processes governing water laws, and a variety of bills were presented, including a definition cleanup bill and modifications to reporting requirements. The committee heard testimony from multiple stakeholders who provided insights on existing issues and proposed solutions to enhance water management in Texas.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Justice May 6th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

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  • " data-time="36">Senate bills on a variety of issues, from stopping attacks by dangerous dogs to property
  • owners' liability to defend themselves and their property, to enforcement.
  • The present theft of real property is treated no differently than the theft of a purse.
  • This bill addresses real property theft and real property fraud
  • It reinforces that these are crimes against real property owners, buyers, banks, lenders on real property
Summary: The committee meeting predominantly revolved around several significant bills aimed at enhancing public safety and enforcing stricter laws regarding child custody interference and animal control. Key discussions included Senate Bill 2794, which proposes a three strikes law for parents interfering with court-ordered custody, thereby establishing more rigorous consequences for repeated offenders. Public testimonies highlighted the emotional and legal hardships faced by families navigating these situations, emphasizing the widespread support for the urgency of such legislation. Additionally, the Ramon Najera Act was discussed, focusing on stricter regulations for dangerous dogs following a tragic incident, reinforcing the need for community safety measures against violent animal attacks.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 5th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • to its location in the Eagle Ford Shale region, the county has experienced significant economic development
  • This program gives them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, and
  • > Harlingen is committed to distinguishing itself as a leader in higher education and workforce development
  • , alteration, or construction of certain monuments, memorials, or designations located on public property
  • HB 854 by Garcia-Hernandez, relating to the payment for the replacement cost of lost or damaged property
Summary: The committee meeting began with a moment of silence dedicated to the memory of the late Congressman Sylvester Turner, acknowledged by multiple members who spoke eloquently about his legacy and contributions to the community. This emotional tribute was followed by a series of announcements, including recognizing distinguished guests and discussing significant upcoming dates such as Alamo Day. The atmosphere of the meeting reflected a blend of mourning and celebration of service, as members recounted personal anecdotes and expressing gratitude for Turner's guiding influence in their political paths.
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  • This is a crucial development as we plan for future energy needs.
  • ERCOT is still in the process of developing this.
  • It's akin to property taxes; the value times the rate.
  • Yes, over property and casualty.
  • It's like property taxes—it's the value times the rate.
Summary: The meeting focused on various critical issues affecting Texas, primarily the challenges surrounding the electric grid and rising insurance costs. Members discussed the ongoing implications of weatherization standards and the operational performance of the grid since the Winter Storm Uri. Significant attention was given to the growing demand for electricity in the state, especially in the context of emerging industries like cryptocurrency mining, and how that influences the need for resilient transmission planning. Additionally, extensive discussions occurred regarding the potential transition of transmission infrastructure from 345 kV to 765 kV, weighing the costs and future readiness of Texas' electrical grid.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 (Part I) May 15th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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  • school districts than it does for property-poor districts?
  • I have an idea because all of our school districts' property
  • insurance costs have gone up, and I have an idea that we just do a property insurance study to help
  • And so that gives districts the ability to get technical assistance from TEA to develop those programs
  • Development and are assigned duties.
Bills: HB2
Summary: The Senate Education Committee's meeting focused heavily on HB2, which proposes an historic investment of $8 billion into Texas public education. Senator Creighton led the discussion, explaining the components of the committee substitute and emphasizing the importance of increasing funding beyond past measures, highlighting that this package exceeds any previous investment in public education. The committee heard testimonies from public witnesses who expressed strong support for the bill, including educators discussing the positive impacts of the Teacher Incentive Allotment. The meeting adjourned after a vibrant discussion about the various provisions included in HB2, such as adjustments in funding allocations for both traditional and charter schools, and the ongoing issues related to educational equity across districts in Texas.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 19th, 2025 at 10:02 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • We could take up property tax relief, water infrastructure, or Abbott's emergency items.
  • The Senate, for example, just sent a measure which would give our homeowners significant property tax
  • We have Susie Torres from Killam Developments.
  • Achievement and contributions to the state's development.
  • Their commitment to public education, advocacy, and student development is commendable.
Summary: The meeting featured a range of resolutions being discussed, with many representatives emphasizing the importance of various community celebrations across the state. Notable mentions included HR288 recognizing Medical City Dallas Hospital for its contributions to healthcare, and HR273 honoring Delta Xi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority at the University of Texas for its historic significance and community work. The discussion emphasized praise for local organizations contributing to healthcare, education, and cultural heritage.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Delivery of Government Efficiency Apr 30th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee

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  • The bill charges the Texas Education Agency with developing a corrective action plan.
  • To go through there so we can abate and write this property down to zero.
  • At that time, fully autonomous development was considered a distant goal.
  • The tool that ERG developed is called the performance matrix.
  • What we haven't done until now, we're developing it right now.
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on discussing several bills pertinent to public safety and regulatory standards for emerging technologies, specifically autonomous vehicles and charter school oversight. Notable discussions surrounded HB3837, which aims to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for autonomous vehicles in Texas. Vice Chair Bajani highlighted the rapid advancements in the autonomous vehicle industry and the necessity for updated regulations that ensure safety while promoting innovation. Additionally, SB2425 was examined for its proposals to enhance public safety while balancing industry interests, garnering support from various stakeholders, including representatives from the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association. There was considerable concern regarding previous incidents involving autonomous vehicles and their implications for public trust and safety standards.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Agriculture & Livestock Mar 4th, 2025 at 02:00 pm

House Agriculture & Livestock Committee

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  • We deliver all the rural economic development grants.
  • To clarify, timberland property tax appraisals are crucial.
  • A lot of developers use that.
  • ...to new developments.
  • But often that's a step we kind of skip in the development world.
Summary: The meeting covered various topics and was characterized by in-depth discussions among the members. There were significant dialogues about the implications of recent legislation and its impact on community services. The chair facilitated input from multiple members, allowing for both support and opposition to be voiced regarding key issues. Additionally, there were several public testimonies that added to the discourse, reflecting diverse perspectives on the matters at hand.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Insurance Committee

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  • We're actually the largest state-based property and casualty trade association in the country.
  • property market data.
  • Which is unreasonable for Texas property owners.
  • It's small strip center property owners.
  • Developing a diverse network...
Summary: The committee meeting revolved around key discussions on several proposed bills, particularly focusing on HB3211, which aims to improve patient access to optometrists. Multiple stakeholders participated, expressing their views and concerns regarding the impact of the bill on vision care networks. The discussions highlighted the need for a clearer application process for optometrists to be included in vision plan networks, reflecting a powerful sentiment from both healthcare professionals and patients about access to care. The meeting also encapsulated varying perspectives on the legal aspects surrounding HB2275, addressing arbitration provisions for surplus policies, illustrating the committee's diligence in scrutinizing regulatory frameworks for consumers.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Economic Development May 21st, 2025

Senate Economic Development Committee

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  • The Economic Development Committee will come to order.
  • Additionally, school districts that receive surplus property under this provision cannot sell it before
  • the second anniversary of the date on which the property is received, ensuring that the resources remain
  • This is an economic development tool.
  • ...of Texas has received more money from hotel development
Summary: The meeting centered around several significant bills and resolutions, with a focus on supporting veteran-owned businesses and the manufacturing industry in Texas. The discussion led to the adoption of committee substitutes for multiple bills, including HB346 and HB5596, which aimed to streamline business processes and support local communities by reporting on municipal hotel occupancy tax revenues. Notably, HCR127 emphasized the importance of the relationship between Texas and Taiwan, highlighting trade partnerships and mutual benefits for both regions. Public testimony was minimal, which may have contributed to a swift passage of many measures without contention.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Education May 20th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Public Education Committee

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  • and then we had a statewide property tax issue, but that's
  • They are being good neighbors here and basically giving Bridge City ISD a portion of the property that
  • These are standards developed by advocacy groups with

  • The NSES standards, for example, say to develop a plan to
  • So post-2020, the state then developed TEKS.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several critical bills aimed at improving educational standards and student safety in Texas. Notably, the discussions around SB735 concerning Holocaust education highlighted the urgency of addressing rising anti-Semitism and ensuring comprehensive education on human rights histories within public schools. Testimonies from various witnesses underscored the necessity for students to learn from historical injustices to prevent future atrocities. Moreover, SB570, aimed at implementing stricter truancy policies to enhance student attendance, was discussed with testimony supporting its significance in improving educational outcomes for at-risk students.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Apr 7th, 2025 at 03:30 pm

House Public Health Committee

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  • Well, we've over time tried to develop ways to help ourselves get through this.
  • So, it could be like chemotherapy if it was developed as an IV formulation.
  • And you have another developer that says, hey, we're going to give you a 30% slice of that pie.
  • industry develop this.
  • It is constantly monitored by the software and by the technology that we've developed.
Summary: The meeting of the public health committee focused on the pressing issue of opioid addiction in Texas, with a particular emphasis on House Bill 3717. Chairman Harris detailed the bill's intent to fund a grant program for Ibogaine clinical trials, framing it as a critical response to the ongoing opioid crisis. He shared poignant testimonies highlighting the struggles of families and veterans battling addiction and mental health issues. The conversation underscored the necessity of innovative treatments, like Ibogaine, which showed promising results in studies for reducing symptoms of withdrawal and PTSD.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 Apr 22nd, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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  • But what we are doing in these workforce development areas.
  • Senate Bill 2928 offers support for students in development beyond the classroom.
  • Many attend professional development or work a second job.
  • , leadership, and workforce development.
  • and leadership development as well.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Education Committee was marked by intense discussions surrounding several key pieces of legislation, particularly focusing on SB1798, which seeks to repeal the Texas DREAM Act. Advocates for the bill argued that it is important to restrict state financial aid to individuals unlawfully present in the United States, asserting that taxpayer resources should primarily benefit legal residents. Conversely, numerous witnesses testified against SB1798, emphasizing the economic contributions of Texas DREAMers and the long-standing positive impacts of the existing DREAM Act on Texas communities and workforce. The heated debate highlighted the stark divisions surrounding immigration policies and their implications on education and opportunity for young Texans who have grown up in the state. The meeting concluded with SB1798 left pending, awaiting further consideration, signifying ongoing concerns and unresolved sentiments among committee members.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II) Apr 28th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • listing property, talking about property, nothing at all.
  • Of showing property, selling property, actions taken outside
  • And again, I was not showing property, I was not talking about listings.
  • We would show any property.
  • ...development policies.
Summary: The meeting saw significant discussions centered around several Senate bills, notably SB2487, SB1698, and SB2101. Senator Parker introduced and advocated for SB2487, which aims to enhance crisis service models for mental health interventions, receiving feedback from various stakeholders during formal testimony. The committee adopted the substitute version of this bill, which emphasizes local governance, expands service options, and tightens clinical timelines, responding to concerns from communities about service accessibility. Furthermore, the bill successfully passed from the committee with unanimous support, moving forward to the full Senate for consideration. In addition to SB2487, the committee reviewed SB1698, focusing on regulatory changes surrounding e-cigarette products. The committee recognized the importance of aligning state law with federal guidelines while ensuring strong consumer protections. Public testimonies included insights from enforcement officials and industry participants, highlighting the newly proposed measures aimed at preventing youth access to e-cigarettes. Lastly, SB2101, which addresses the regulation of sexually explicit materials in public libraries to ensure safe environments for minors, generated mix responses, with testimonies reflecting concerns over censorship and parental rights. The meeting concluded with the passage of SB2819 as well, which addresses political activities of county election administrators.
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  • Beyond leadership development, the program emphasizes community engagement.
  • We have to seek a balance between property rights and persons given the right to lease these properties
  • We represent renters, but we also represent people that are willing to rent their property.
  • Senators collected the rents for themselves, not the actual property owner.
  • So, back to the property owner and them renting, and in this case, houses.
Summary: The meeting focused on several crucial pieces of legislation, notably Senate Joint Resolution 40, which proposed a constitutional amendment to clarify the powers of the governor, the legislature, and the Supreme Court during emergencies. Senator Birdwell presented the resolution, emphasizing the need for legislative involvement during prolonged crises. It garnered broad support, passing with 29 votes in favor and only 1 against. Following this, Senate Bill 871, considered the enabling legislation, was also moved for discussion, with the aim of reinforcing the legislature's authority during emergencies while establishing clear guidelines for the governor's powers.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Jan 30th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

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  • It's not a bill, but you'll see it as the budget comes out, how it develops.
  • To refresh everyone's memory, these are not lease payments to property owners.
  • They get to influence their decision to up a lease, move to a different property, or go to you.
  • They get to influence their decision to up a lease, move to a different property.
  • For Texas.gov, it is primarily application maintenance and development.
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting focused on several critical budget recommendations for various state agencies, including the Texas Facilities Commission, which proposed significant funding changes. Chair George Purcell highlighted a reduction in appropriations, along with the introduction of new funds aimed at refurbishing the Rudder Building and supporting facilities operations. Discussions also touched on border security, where it was reported that Governor Abbott formally requested congressional support to reclaim $11 billion in funding for Texas operations. The ongoing dialogue regarding the maintenance and responsibilities relating to border wall constructions was emphasized, noting the complexity and the need for clear allocation of responsibilities as discussions with federal authorities develop. Throughout the meeting, there were notable conversations about operational efficiencies, particularly in the context of expanding cyber threats and the need for improved cybersecurity measures at state agencies. Members engaged in deliberating the future hiring of staff and resources necessary for maintaining effective service delivery amidst increasing demand. The discussions concluded with a commitment to keeping an open line with constituents regarding the implications of these funding decisions and the overall strategic direction of the agencies involved.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • p>We could take up school choice right now, we could take up property
  • The Senate, for example, just sent which would give our homeowners significant property tax relief, and
  • ="562" data-time="3366"> just mentioned the Senate has already passed bills on school choice, on property
  • Their commitment to public education and student development is commendable.
  • It is essential to prioritize developments built for

Summary: The committee meeting was conducted with several discussions surrounding various proposed bills, addressing both public interests and legislative concerns. Specific bills were presented, and members debated the implications of each, emphasizing their potential impact on the community and state regulations. Notably, several testimonies were heard from stakeholders, which enriched the conversation and provided different perspectives on the bills being reviewed.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Culture, Recreation & Tourism May 1st, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Culture, Recreation & Tourism Committee

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  • allows for additional monuments or memorials to be added to the surrounding municipal or county property
  • No, I mean, it's pretty simple for state property.
  • With the committee substitute, you have property that was,
  • for those that have been there for under 50 years or over 50 years, and then for state and local properties
  • Your colleagues in the Senate Economic Development Committee considering an identical bill, SB 317, passed
Summary: The committee meeting extensively discussed SB1350, which aims to establish a commission for the Bicentennial Anniversary of Texas Independence in 2036. Several witnesses, including Lacey Finley and Russell Molina, testified in support of the bill, emphasizing the importance of extensive planning and community engagement for this significant celebration. They argued that the bicentennial should encompass the diverse history and culture of Texas and encouraged the committee to include a non-profit structure to facilitate fund-raising and coordination efforts. Furthermore, HB738 was debated, focusing on the preservation of Rosenwald schools and their potential use as community learning centers, with members advocating for support to maintain this integral part of Texas's educational heritage.
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  • Bill 5196 provides a practical, structural solution to this issue by requiring state agencies to develop
  • As been discussed, these credits are driving nuclear restarts, upgrades, and over 30 new development
  • And we have to develop a domestic industry to ensure that
  • HB 3388 is a common-sense approach that authorizes group property and casualty coverage for persons..
  • The bill also allows for both casualty and liability coverage incidental to property risks.
Summary: The meeting was characterized by a thorough examination of various bills, with particular focus on House Bill 5247, which dealt with capital cost recovery mechanisms for utilities and featured discussions on its implications for consumers. Senator Campbell presented the bill, emphasizing its balanced approach and necessity for clarity in existing utility provisions. Multiple members expressed support, leading to a unanimous vote for its approval, showcasing a collaborative atmosphere within the committee. Additionally, HCR 102 was highlighted, which sought to call attention to the importance of federal tax credits for sustaining and expanding nuclear energy in Texas. The testimony from industry experts reinforced the bill's significance as Texas seeks to maintain its leadership in energy production amidst rising demands and competitive pressures from international markets.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V Feb 24th, 2025 at 10:00 am

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

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  • From border security to economic development, from From film
  • This amount includes dedicated projects to develop and implement the property tax system to increase
  • There's intellectual property that's being developed

  • They develop portfolios and they present them to future employers and to colleges.
  • The impact on CPRIT is actually quite remarkable for economic development.
Summary: The meeting of the committee was primarily focused on reviewing various bills, with robust conversations surrounding fiscal allocations for upcoming bienniums. Notably, discussions centered around SB22, which relates to salary assistance grants for law enforcement agencies, indicated strong support, with members expressing a consensus on the importance of enhancing financial resources for police departments across Texas. Additionally, the committee examined HB1, which proposed increases to funding to improve tax collection efficiencies and recruitment of professionals in critical roles. The meeting witnessed input from various stakeholders and representatives emphasizing the significance of these initiatives for state operations and public safety.

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