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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce Apr 10th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I would start on slide 5 of that presentation.

  • The first thing we did was take the full forecast that came in and delay the in-service date for all
  • We started to get these officer letter loads.
  • This will allow us to start looking at the probability of how much extra is needed.
  • You know, if you think about, I learned in law school about this term, contrary to public policy.
Summary: The meeting of the committee commenced with the establishment of a quorum, where members discussed and voted on five significant bills related to energy efficiency, insurance regulation, and public utility governance. Notably, Senate Bill 2717 was presented, incorporating feedback to foster collaboration among various state agencies for improved energy efficiency performance. This was followed by a detailed discussion on Senate Bill 1642, which proposed changes to the Texas Department of Insurance's executive structure to optimize management and consumer focus. Each bill saw active participation from senators who moved to adopt committee substitutes for clarity and responsiveness to stakeholder concerns, indicating a proactive approach to legislative issues.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

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

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • 396"> Issues rise and fall, but this body has endured wars, economic depressions, and core breaks dating
  • HB number eight by Buckley relates to public school

  • indicators and achievement, public school performance ratings, interventions, and sanctions under the
  • public school accountability system, a grant program for the school district local accountability plans
  • No. 173 by Hicklin relating to the use of school district or school district employee public funds for
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

Elections Apr 9th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Elections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • With that, we'll start public testimony.
  • So we started five days before to do it.
  • So they start reviewing them three weeks out, but only about five days out do they actually start.
  • So Harris County wouldn't be able to get it done if they started then, so they usually start about 5
  • Let me just start my testimony.
Summary: The House Committee on Elections convened to discuss HB3709, a bill focused on reforming the post-election audit process. Representative Dialo presented the bill, emphasizing its bipartisan support and the critical need for modernization to enhance the integrity and transparency of the voting process. The existing auditing method, which relied on random precinct selection, was criticized for being outdated and inefficient. The proposed changes aim to standardize audits across various voting methods, allowing election officials to evaluate results by voting locations instead of individual precincts, and thus improving accuracy and efficiency.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Apr 14th, 2025 at 02:04 pm

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm a former high school English teacher and a public school educator. I was interested in what Mr.
  • , or elementary school, or high school.
  • Is it high school age?
  • When my two older kids were in middle school, they were...
  • as a school district collection development policy.
Summary: The committee meeting was characterized by extensive discussions on several bills concerning public libraries, energy utilities, and health care. Notably, HB3225 aimed to protect minors from accessing sexually explicit material in public libraries, which sparked significant public testimony both in favor and against the bill. Proponents argued for the necessity of safeguarding children, while opponents raised concerns about censorship and the implications for freedom of information. Similarly, HB4503 addressed patient privacy and health care information but faced scrutiny regarding its potential impact on medical records access for minors. The session concluded with multiple bills left pending for further review.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Agriculture & Livestock Jul 21st, 2025 at 01:07 pm

House Agriculture & Livestock Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We'll start with... Thank you, Mr.
  • So when we started the eradication program, they started
  • But y'all have got a pretty good start.
  • It starts with us.
  • I'm 59, and I'm still starting.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on the urgent issue of the New World Screwworm and its implications for Texas agriculture. Members heard urgent testimonies emphasizing the need for funding and resources to combat the potential spread of this pest, which poses severe threats to livestock and wildlife. Many representatives voiced concerns about the inadequacy of current sterile fly production capacities and the potential economic impact on the state's ranchers and farmers, with estimates suggesting losses could reach billions. Discussions also included coordination efforts among state and federal agencies to prevent the introduction and spread of the pest, with a notable emphasis on the importance of public awareness and rapid response strategies.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 9th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We've heard that typically the negotiation starts at $10,000.
  • I see it in my school constantly.
  • I'd be extremely excited to tell my parents about this at my school. Thank you.
  • My wife and I own and operate the Goddard School in Southlake.
  • Today, I continue to wait for my small claims court jury trial date.
Summary: This committee meeting predominantly focused on the discussions surrounding several significant bills aimed at enhancing child care accessibility and addressing the issues related to deepfake technology. Representative Bojani introduced HB3133, which seeks to create a clear reporting process for deepfake material, ensuring social media platforms take accountability for harmful content. The bill aims to safeguard users from digital manipulations. Notably, the representatives engaged in a robust dialogue regarding the rising need for responsible management of deepfake content, establishing that Texas could take a leading role in this area.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Jan 27th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • It fully funds school district entitlements through the Foundation School Program, including $1.7 billion
  • It actually starts on page 28 of this document.
  • for school bonds, a property tax is related to school funding.
  • We recently started collecting...
  • We recently started collecting...
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Finance Committee was marked by extensive discussions around the budget proposals for various judicial services and the impact of proposed salary increases on staffing. Notably, there were concerns raised regarding a significant attorney shortage in rural areas, which has seen a 27% decline in attorneys taking positions compared to previous years. Scott Ehlers highlighted a crucial $12 million funding request aimed at addressing this shortfall to maintain the adequate operational capacity of indigent defense services across the state. The committee members, led by Chairman Hinojosa, emphasized the importance of finding solutions to improve legal access and representation in underserved areas to respond effectively to this critical issue.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Environmental Regulation May 1st, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Environmental Regulation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's a great start. And to your question about the out-of-state tires, we'll get there.
  • For every tire manufactured after the effective date of this bill?
  • And then you start adding...
  • Our public schools reflect this reality as well when students get home and they...
  • schools and even churches.
Summary: The meeting of the Environmental Regulation Committee delved into various bills concerning environmental safety and regulatory measures. One significant point of discussion was HB1949, introduced by Representative Howard, aimed at amending the Texas Clean Air Act for improving oversight on incineration facilities, such as crematories. Concerns were raised regarding the discharge of pollutants impacting public health, with the bill seeking to install greater accountability measures for these facilities to enhance compliance reporting. The committee also discussed HB1682, which is designed to aid local governments in reclaiming funds from civil penalties associated with environmental disasters, highlighting the persistent challenges faced by communities dealing with contamination and public health risks from industrial activities. This bill aims to ensure recovery funds are properly allocated for environmental remediation rather than reverting to the state’s general fund.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Business and Commerce Aug 1st, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • ...from the date the transaction takes place.
  • To get started, I will clarify for the record, judges is a name, not a title.
  • start of a nightmare.
  • The other thing that it does is it starts to address something called seller impersonation fraud.
  • being not really the date that it was.
Bills: SB15
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Business and Commerce focused primarily on the discussions surrounding SB15 and SB2611, which address the significant issues of property fraud and deed theft. Senator Kolkhorst led the meeting, emphasizing the integration of these bills to effectively tackle the criminal aspects of deed fraud. Numerous testimonies were heard from affected individuals and stakeholders, highlighting the growing problem of property fraud which has seen a disturbing rise over recent years. Guests shared personal accounts of the devastating impacts of such fraud, stressing the bill’s necessity for safeguarding property rights.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 23rd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Or eat at a school cafeteria and have no idea that the shrimp
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    As filed, this bill prohibits state agencies and school

  • span> I don't think it goes far enough, but it's certainly a good start
  • I'm also sharing with you the results that are paper clipped to date for each state that...
  • in a county or district court from the very start, fixing
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several significant bills, with notable discussions revolving around HB2343. This bill, presented by Representative Leo Wilson, aims to enhance transparency in the shrimping industry by requiring restaurants to disclose the origin of shrimp served. The bill was met with mixed reactions, especially from the Texas Restaurant Association, which raised concerns regarding the burdensome requirements for menu updates and potential liability issues if inaccuracies were reported. Meanwhile, the committee passed other bills, including HB4204 aimed at protecting older homeowners from unfair contracts, which received support from AARP Texas and sparked discussions about the implications on consumers' rights. In addition to presentation and testimony on bills, the committee also examined HCR76, which urges the federal government to regulate imports of foreign shrimp, reflecting a proactive stance on protecting local industries from unregulated competition. Overall, the meeting demonstrated a commitment to addressing economic concerns, consumer protection, and the sustainability of local businesses. The chamber was well attended, and many stakeholders provided public testimony for and against the various proposals.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Ways & Means Aug 22nd, 2025 at 10:08 am

House Ways & Means Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • But that starts spreading our resources even further.
  • I would start with some of the things that we're tasked...
  • Our school passed a school bond for a new middle school in West Odessa.
  • That middle school goes into play in August of 2026.
  • I will tell you that our police officers' starting salary in the...
Bills: HB17, HB23, SB10
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several significant bills, particularly HB17 and SB10, both of which address property tax regulations in Texas. HB17 aims to enhance transparency and accountability in taxpayer notifications regarding property tax rate changes, requiring taxing entities to provide detailed information in notices. The bill received mixed reactions, with some supporting its intention to empower taxpayers while others criticized it as an unfunded mandate. Meanwhile, SB10 proposes to lower the voter approval tax rate for larger municipalities from 3.5% to 2.5%, sparking debates about its potential impact on public safety funding and local governments' financial flexibility. The discussions delved into the challenges posed by budget constraints and the need for efficient local governance in the face of rising costs and public safety demands. Overall, the meeting was well-attended, featuring robust discussions and a variety of perspectives around key legislative initiatives affecting Texas residents.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources (Part I) Mar 12th, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • That's the September 1st, 2040 date on that.
  • this went into effect today, the 15-year clock starts today, not...
  • be 2040 before the clock starts.
  • We believe that would get things started faster.
  • Conceptually, this is a good start.
Summary: The meeting centered around the discussion of SB1150, which is designed to address the issue of inactive wells in Texas. Senator Middleton presented the bill, highlighting the concerns surrounding the current regulations that allow wells to remain inactive indefinitely, which poses various risks to health, safety, and the environment. The proposed legislation includes requirements for owners to plug or return inactive wells to production after certain timelines, with a compliance plan to be evaluated by the Railroad Commission. Several stakeholders participated in the discussion, expressing their support and emphasizing the importance of addressing the rising costs associated with orphaned wells and the financial burden on taxpayers. The bill is seen as a critical step toward sustainable oil and gas management in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 20th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Tarleton has a rich history dating back to 1899.
  • The whole school is here. Chair recognizes Mr.
  • impact leadership schools.
  • of Team PAC Leadership School stated, Team PAC is designed
  • a teacher, as well as the superintendent of Harts Bluff Independent School District.
Summary: The meeting encompassed extensive deliberations on various bills and their implications on public policy. Members voiced their opinions on key issues including education reform, healthcare access, and environmental regulations. Notably, debates arose around HB123, where representatives expressed concerns about funding mechanisms, with some advocating for a more equitable distribution of resources. Public testimonies were also heard, bringing different perspectives to the table and illustrating the diversity of opinions on the proposed legislation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Apr 7th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Let me start with, you started talking about the sepsis.
  • We do the right things by starting antibiotics.
  • I want to start by thanking Dr. Fuller.
  • I'm going to start with you, Ms. Holman.
  • The CME starts on page 11. It starts with page 18 and the requirement to take it.
Summary: The meeting convened to discuss multiple bills, with a significant focus on HB44, which addresses medical exceptions in abortion law following the recent Dobbs decision. Lawmaker discussions highlighted concerns around the clarity of existing statutes, with several members expressing the need for a unified legal standard to protect both patients and medical professionals. The committee heard compelling testimonies from various industry experts advocating for the bill, emphasizing its importance in preventing confusion that could lead to detrimental health outcomes for women. Another noteworthy action was the committee's favorable recommendation for HB220, aimed at providing emergency contraception to survivors of sexual violence, reflecting the committee's commitment to addressing vulnerable communities' health needs. Additionally, discussions included the passage of HB499, which mandates social media warnings regarding mental health consequences, showcasing the diverse array of issues tackled in this session.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Elections May 15th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Elections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • So, members, we're going to go and start hearing bills.
  • However, once they've set that date, changing it again can be difficult.
  • to the November uniform election date if they choose to.
  • Moving the election date.

  • , adding those dates.
Summary: The meeting of the House Committee on Elections covered several significant bills, particularly focusing on election integrity and voter registration processes. Notable discussions included the challenges posed by election irregularities and the introduction of electronic voter registration aimed at enhancing efficiency and security. Representative Swanson presented SB 505, which would strengthen oversight in election irregularities, while HB 311, discussed in detail, proposed an electronic voter registration system modeled after successful implementations in other states. Both bills sparked robust discussions among committee members and witnesses, highlighting various perspectives on improving electoral processes. The members indicated a shared goal of maintaining transparency and accountability in Texas elections, though differing opinions on specific measures were apparent throughout the meeting. The meeting adjourned with many bills left pending, awaiting further consideration as the committee seeks a consensus.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence May 13th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • ...dated and arbitrary population threshold.
  • You know, I'm not an immigration attorney, but I did start my practice helping out my dad in his immigration
  • She was here for medical school; she's already a doctor in China and she's coming over and needed to
  • That's what the other started saying—is like, well, some of the people that you would be exempting in
  • affecting these women as they are trying to get out of their life, as they are trying to rebuild and start
Summary: The meeting of the committee primarily focused on several legislative bills aimed at enhancing public safety and criminal justice reforms. Notable discussions included Senate Bill 2595, which aims to criminalize acts of concealing identity while committing harassment or intimidation, with provisions for affirmative defenses. Additionally, Senate Bill 1980 was discussed, aiming to increase penalties for assaults on peace officers and extending legal protections to community supervision officers. The meeting featured testimonies from various stakeholders, emphasizing the need for enhanced protections for vulnerable groups, including victims of trafficking.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on State-Federal Relations May 1st, 2025 at 08:05 am

House S/C on State-Federal Relations

Transcript Highlights:
  • This policy from the legislature dates back to 1969, back when I had hair.
  • ...treated water throughout the distribution system that dates
  • There was supposed to be an earlier implementation date for
  • span marker="199" data-time="1188"> REAL ID, because Texas has been issuing this since, I guess, it started
  • When you check in, it gives you a warning that you're going to need a REAL ID starting May 7th.
Bills: HB3484, HCR112, HCR125
Summary: During the meeting, the committee addressed significant legislative topics, focusing on HB3484 and HCR112. HB3484 was presented by Chairman Van Dever, who detailed the challenges faced by border cities like Texarkana in accessing funding for facilities located across state lines. The discussion included testimonies from community members highlighting the necessity of operational agreements between neighboring municipalities to streamline resource management and funding eligibility. This bill aims to ensure that infrastructure projects serving both Texarkana, Texas and its Arkansas counterpart are recognized adequately for funding purposes. The testimony emphasized the benefits of cooperative projects such as wastewater treatment plants and how these arrangements have historically contributed to the well-being of residents in both regions. HCR112, presented by Representative Perez, urged Congress to accept state-issued Real ID cards for U.S. citizens reentering the country, streamlining identification processes at border crossings. The resolution sparked dialogue about the practical impacts of federal ID compliance on daily border interactions and the potential economic benefits for border communities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

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

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Now, it does not include things like vacation Bible school.
  • This would pull those camps in as well, if it's at the school.
  • Going through school, school certifications are completely different. But back to this point, yes.
  • start dates.
  • I started, I became a precinct chair in 2023 and...
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.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Land & Resource Management Apr 17th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Land & Resource Management Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I need to start on it again. Just say it again.
  • Stuff already started, you guys already started putting

  • So, when do you start your first traffic study, and when do you actually start pouring roads and stuff
  • So from the start of planning to actually starting construction could be anywhere from 18 to 24 months
  • We complete the roadway system, and we start selling houses.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on a variety of bills, with notable discussions surrounding the challenges faced by municipalities in managing growth and public safety. Bills such as HB447 and HB3897 sparked conversations on the impact of Municipal Utility Districts in high-density areas and the necessity of thorough traffic impact assessments before approving new developments. Representative Cook highlighted concerns over a specific project related to HB3671, which aimed to dissolve a municipal district due to contradictory prior agreements. Public testimonies included concerns from residents, signaling the tension between development needs and public safety requirements.

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