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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation May 8th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Transportation will come to order.

  • And so that's literally the statute change is just striking out.
  • We'll change it if this works.
  • So maybe it's just changing the definition of a residence district.
  • severity, but also changing street design.
Summary: The meeting focused on various transportation-related bills, including discussions around essential infrastructure for flood control, electric bicycles, and safety measures for cyclists. Representative Martinez introduced HB3544, highlighting the flooding issues in the Rio Grande Valley and the need for proper stormwater management. The bill garnered attention as it addresses urgent concerns for local emergency services and community safety. Additionally, CSHB4089 outlined regulations for electric bicycles in state parks, promoting access and safety for all park-goers. There was a significant public turnout, with testimonies both in support and against various proposed bills, reflecting community engagement and interest in transportation safety.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • span marker="1" data-time="0"> The committee will come to order
  • The committee will come to order.
  • Federal court orders.
  • A couple of weeks ago, President Trump issued an executive order directing Secretary Burgum...
  • The law hasn't changed, and that is my opinion.

Summary: The committee meeting was dominated by discussions on a variety of legislative bills including major topics such as nuclear energy advancement, the effects of regulatory hurdles on energy production, and proposals to improve national park staffing and maintenance. Members expressed concerns over the federal government's handling of uranium imports and the necessity for maintaining a robust domestic nuclear supply chain. Efforts to streamline permitting processes to facilitate more efficient energy project development were also a focal point, alongside public testimony from stakeholders in the energy and environmental sectors. The meeting highlighted the urgent need for infrastructure development to meet rising energy demands while addressing climate change impacts.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Feb 5th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Senate Committee on Finance please come to order, and the clerk

  • These changes primarily deal with new programs that were created last session.
  • Pages 25 to 27 show the funding changes by strategy for general revenue funds.
  • The only rider changes on page 7 are conforming changes, and Appendix A on page 9 lists funding recommendations
  • Many of the major funding changes detailed in this table...
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting focused on the funding recommendations for public health-related institutions and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. During the session, significant discussions were held around the $4.2 billion in total funding recommended for the 2026-27 biennium, which reflects a notable decrease compared to the previous biennium. Key highlights included an increase in funding for various educational support programs like the Graduate Medical Education expansion, and the need for modern data systems in colleges to ensure educational programs meet workforce demands. Testimonies from representatives highlighted both concerns about budget cuts and optimism for enhanced funding initiatives.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce May 25th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Committee on Business and Commerce has come to order.

  • Without objection, so ordered.
  • In order to establish the validity of the reimbursable grants, I mean who is...?
  • Seeing none, it is so ordered. Mr.
  • Following the Dean's example, I'd like to change my vote on House Bill 2488.
Summary: The meeting of the Business and Commerce Committee was characterized by extensive discussions on several vital bills aiming to advance various economic and energy initiatives within the state. Notably, Senator King played a pivotal role in steering discussions as multiple bills were presented for voting. The committee favorably reported on a number of bills, including HB7, HB1094, and HB2037, with unanimous or overwhelming support. The focus on streamlined legislation indicated a collaborative effort among committee members to address pressing issues efficiently. Furthermore, Senator Menendez raised questions regarding the validation process of reimbursable grants linked to nuclear developments, underlining the committee's emphasis on ensuring fiscal responsibility alongside innovative energy solutions.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • It is, and if we had direction from the legislature, we'd certainly change it.
  • It's changed the market, and it's just not the same market.
  • That's the only change under this statute.
  • Hearing none, so ordered.
  • Hearing none, it's ordered.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on a variety of bills primarily concerning water management and rights. Significant discussions included House Bill 3333, which addressed the management of groundwater and was moved favorably with a recommendation for local and contested calendars. Additionally, House Bill 4158 was passed unanimously, relating to the oversight of ecological water rights dedicated to the Texas Water Trust. Members of the committee emphasized the importance of these bills for sustainable water management practices in the state, reflecting a shift towards more responsible governance in resource use.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session (Part III) Feb 26th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members of the Senate will come to order.

  • Hearing no objections, so ordered.

  • How does that change that dynamic?

  • That is affecting not only order in the classroom but also a reasonable learning environment.
  • Hearing none, it is so ordered.
Summary: During this meeting, the Texas Senate discussed the pivotal CSSB26, aimed at addressing the rights and compensation of public school educators. The bill represents a significant shift in financial support for teachers, marking a historic commitment to permanently allocate resources for teacher salaries while removing existing constraints on district funding. Senator Creighton emphasized the need for comprehensive support not only for teachers but also for support staff such as librarians, bus drivers, and cafeteria workers. The meeting notably featured discussions on the implementation of the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) and the introduction of new protection measures aimed at enhancing the teaching environment and ensuring educator safety.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 24th, 2025 at 02:03 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The House will come to order.

  • HB 3451 by Jon Rosenthal relating to the change of name

  • " data-time="702"> HB 3542 by Armando Martinez relating to the effect of pharmacy benefit manager changes
  • ="720">HB 3546 by Armando Martinez relating to the authority of an independent school district to change
  • Low proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing each house of the legislature to determine the order
Summary: In the recent committee meeting, a wide array of bills were discussed, including significant topics such as education reforms, public health initiatives, and environmental regulations. Members engaged in a robust discussion regarding HB3478, which relates to definitions of child abuse and neglect, where concerns were raised about the implications for vulnerable children. Additionally, HB3487 sparked debate over tax collection practices that affect restaurant owners involved in oyster shell recycling programs, highlighting the balance between environmental sustainability and business concerns.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

State Affairs Aug 15th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Committee on State Affairs will come to order.

  • That has not changed.
  • The safety concerns have not changed, and if anything, they have gotten worse.
  • ...in order to protect their privacy.
  • I started testosterone in 2020, and my life has changed.
Bills: SB6, SB7, SB8, SB11, SB12, SB13, SB15
Summary: This meeting of the committee addressed several significant bills, with strong expressions of support and opposition from various stakeholders. Notably, SB8, a controversial bill concerning gender identity and access to bathrooms, drew extensive public testimony. Many speakers voiced concerns about the implications of such legislation, emphasizing the potential harm to transgender individuals and the necessity for an atmosphere of safety and inclusivity. In contrast, other members supported the bill, arguing for the protection of women's spaces. The committee also discussed SB15 regarding police records, which sparked debates on transparency and accountability in law enforcement. The meeting concluded with the committee members voting favorably on several bills, despite ongoing public dissent and calls for more urgent discussion on flooding relief efforts and community safety.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select Aug 5th, 2025 at 03:08 pm

House Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • This change ensures...
  • food for an evacuation or assist in the ordering of an evacuation.
  • If an autopsy is ordered, it goes to one of those 13.
  • Let's make that change real quick. We have made the change, you're good to go.
  • Own, changing their frequencies, changing their encryption
Bills: HB2, HB1, HB18, HB19, HB20
Summary: The meeting focused heavily on disaster preparedness and management strategies in response to recent catastrophic events in Texas, particularly concerning House Bills related to flood response and communication infrastructure. Notably, House Bill 19 was introduced to mandate that campgrounds in flood-prone areas develop actionable flood plans to ensure safety during emergencies. Stakeholders voiced strong support for the bill, emphasizing its importance for child safety in recreational areas. Additionally, House Bill 18 aimed at improving emergency communication systems received considerable attention, as members raised concerns about the need for efficient and interoperable communication during disasters. Similar themes of ensuring preparedness and safeguarding communities were echoed throughout the discussions, with experts and witnesses providing impactful testimony on the challenges confronted during recent flooding incidents in Kerr County.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) Mar 24th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Senate Committee on State Affairs will come to order.

  • Senate Bill 1494 would grant municipalities the ability to change the dates of their officer elections
  • This change now allows the city council to move its election date by ordinance once the state allows
  • I mean it's a big change if you want people to be participating in the elections; November's where they
  • Would it have changed the election?
Summary: The meeting addressed several key pieces of legislation, including SB1626, which proposes to enhance Texans' ability to pursue legal action against social media platforms for censorship. The bill aims to provide statutory damages, making it easier for individuals to protect their free speech rights. Testimonies were heard from various public representatives expressing support for the bill, emphasizing its importance in maintaining free speech in the digital age. Other bills discussed included SB1719 and SB1494, each receiving varying levels of scrutiny and support.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 2nd, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • , Workforce, and Economic Development will Now come to order
  • However, changes in federal law have expanded eligibility to be open to any individual who is receiving
  • increase benefits in order to support working families.
  • One is just to emphasize that nothing in HB 199 changes the Texas.
  • Furthermore, HB 3466 does not change the existing regulatory scheme, nor does it eliminate the FTC's
Summary: The meeting convened to discuss HB2214, a bill aimed at clarifying notification requirements regarding flood risks for tenants. Chairman Wallace articulated the bill's intent, discussing how it adjusts previous legislation to alleviate duplicative notifications for temporary leases or short-term rentals. The committee engaged in vibrant dialogue about the implications of this legislation, with representatives expressing support and raising questions about its implementation and effectiveness. Public testimony included insights from realtors and stakeholders, which highlighted the balance between tenant rights and landlord responsibilities in the wake of flood events.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation Apr 16th, 2025

Senate Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Transportation Committee will come to order.

  • revenue in order to be able to secure these grants.
  • He helped us with this bill in order to close up this gap.
  • We look forward to continuing to work with her office on some of those potential changes.
  • Hearing no objections, so ordered.

Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on several bills aimed at enhancing the operational efficiency of Texas transportation and port authorities. Key discussions included the implications of SB2080, which seeks to streamline operations for navigation districts by raising procurement authority, exempting security discussions from recording requirements, and aligning Texas ports with national standards to foster economic growth. Senator Alvarado advocated fervently for the bill, emphasizing its positive impact on competitiveness with ports in states like Virginia and New Jersey. Public testimony reflected mixed responses, with strong support from industry representatives but opposition from some municipal authorities concerned about the potential overreach of port authorities into local development.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • marker="1" data-time="0"> The Senate of the 89th Legislature, second called session, will come to order
  • Members, to clarify, there was a change in the second session
  • The governor made two changes to THC.

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    Senator Perry presented his bill regarding regulatory changes

Summary: This meeting of the Texas Senate during the second called special session focused on a variety of pressing legislative issues. Notably, the session included discussions on multiple Senate Bills including SB2, concerning disaster preparedness measures, and SB3, which aimed to improve early warning systems in flood-prone areas. The Governor's announcement to convene the special session triggered robust debates, particularly regarding the incorporation of stricter regulations on hemp products and funding allocation for disaster relief. The members of the Senate participated actively, with motions proposed for immediate hearings on several bills following their introduction, emphasizing the urgency of the issues at hand. The dynamics were marked by a sense of collaboration among members while grappling with complex topics affecting their constituents.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • President, we've got everyone here, so we will come to order.
  • Gonzalez and Representative Guillen to change the law in
  • And I don’t think that changed.
  • His phone number may have changed.
  • But I struggle with changing something that's been established.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on a range of bills addressing important topics such as artificial intelligence and sexual exploitation laws. Notably, House Bill 235, which aims to add civil and criminal liability for the use of AI-generated deepfake materials, garnered discussion from multiple members and witnesses, including Adrian Shelley from Public Citizen who expressed support for the bill. Concerns about ensuring the legislation's clarity and enforcement were raised. Additionally, House Bill 207 was presented, which seeks to expand definitions within sexual offense laws to include representations involving anatomically correct dolls, eliciting varied perspectives from representatives during the debate.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation Mar 27th, 2025 at 10:03 am

House Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Transportation Committee will be called to order.

  • We're changing from 10 locations to 75 locations within a 100-mile radius.
  • I'm going to change it. You're on the bill.
  • Does that change your opinion at all?
  • It's about changing driver behavior and preventing the unthinkable.
Summary: The committee meeting comprised extensive discussions on various legislative bills, focusing particularly on transportation, school safety, and accessibility issues. One prominent topic was HB3034, which seeks to clarify and expand the use of school bus stop-arm cameras, allowing communities to implement this life-saving technology more effectively. Testimony from multiple community leaders highlighted the need for clear regulations to protect children from vehicle accidents during school bus boarding and disembarking times. Concerns were raised about the potential misuse of ticketing from these cameras, with calls for accountability from the companies involved in managing these systems. Other bills such as HB2427 and HB2455 addressed the movement of commercial vehicles across international bridges, emphasizing the need for fair competition and safety in transportation infrastructure.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations Mar 31st, 2025 at 02:03 pm

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The House Appropriations Committee will come to order, and the clerk

  • ="19" data-time="108"> Now, as a reminder, we'll call on members for comments and questions in the order
  • That biannual change is $8.1 billion, or 5.4%.

  • And then the third is the Government Code, which also says that we can't adopt any kind of an order that
  • Payments to change the narrative that ERS is being

Bills: SB1, HB500
Summary: The meeting focused on reviewing the committee substitutes for SB1 and HB500, which are pivotal for the upcoming budget session. A significant point of discussion was the historic funding initiated under SB1, which dedicates approximately $4.1 billion to raise wages for personal attendants, improving services for vulnerable populations in Texas. Additionally, $78 million was allocated for crime victim services and infrastructure support within various counties. Representative Orr presented a robust overview of budget highlights, which received considerable backing from committee members emphasizing the importance of support for public safety and education.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House Energy Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • ...submitted a fiscal order on this bill.
  • The language on page two of the bill in subsection G needs to be changed to...
  • to be changed.
  • Well, sorry, the only change on the bill being proposed is the treated product.
  • He's the one that's going to be changing it.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on the discussion and advancement of several key bills, notably HB1285, HB2890, HB1971, and HB1169. Chairman Darby opened the session by presenting HB2890, addressing the economic impact of liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, particularly in light of recent federal pauses on LNG projects which have affected Texas significantly. The committee heard testimonies regarding the necessity of increasing communication between Gulf states to protect the industry, illustrating the importance of unified action against federal regulations that may harm Texas's LNG sector.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Mar 19th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • On state affairs, come to order
  • We got to change it.

    OK. OK. It is changed.

  • So this is serious to change the penal code, in my view.
  • With that growth comes fluidity and a changing landscape.
  • We're for the bill; it's an important change in a growing region. Thanks.
Summary: The committee meeting covered a wide range of bills with robust discussions centering around House Bill 267, which aims to limit the exhibition of harmful content to minors. Representative Patterson emphasized the importance of narrowing the affirmative defenses allowed for educators regarding such material, advocating for the protection of children from exposure to objectionable content at schools. His testimony sparked considerations about existing legal loopholes and heightened concerns over child sexualization in educational settings. The bill was left pending for further discussion. Additionally, significant support was noted for House Bill 1640, which seeks to improve transparency in the rooftop solar industry by requiring the Public Utility Commission to guide consumers in understanding solar installations better.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Apr 14th, 2025 at 02:04 pm

House Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It does not change how swipe fees are calculated or administered.
  • Changes like this do come at a cost.
  • We really need to make changes to it, and it’s quite expensive.
  • On the front end, there are some changes that they need to make.
  • Sometimes, when government cannot get their act in order fast enough, it is...
Summary: The meeting exhibited a heated discussion on the implications of House Bills 4124, 4061, and 40. Chairman Darby emphasized the importance of reducing credit card swipe fees that adversely affect small businesses in Texas, presenting HB 4124, which aims to exempt sales tax and gratuities from being subject to these fees. Various witnesses, including representatives from the Texas Retailers Association and the National Restaurant Association, supported HB 4124, arguing that it would alleviate financial burdens on local businesses and promote economic fairness. However, several opposing voices raised concerns regarding potential complications and regulatory hurdles that could complicate the business landscape further.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Apologies mean a lot; they mean a lot more as they do change.
  • based on a coming PUC order or rule.
  • By their rules, we cannot change prices based upon the fees of that card.
  • There are non-discrimination rules in order for me to accept MasterCard, Visa, and Amex.
  • I mean, they made changes to this.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Business and Commerce Committee primarily focused on legislative issues following Hurricane Beryl, particularly Senate Bill 231, which aims to create a process for CenterPoint to compensate its customers for overcharges related to backup power and mobile generation units. During discussions, Executive Vice President Jason Ryan outlined CenterPoint's commitment to refund approximately $430 million and absorb future costs related to these generators. The bill's substitute also mandates that leased emergency generators be mobile and capable of quick deployment during significant outages, addressing previous concerns over inefficiencies experienced during past weather events.

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