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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Let it do pass, be printed.

    Clerk, call the roll.

  • If the law passes, a health teacher can be arrested for showing diagrams of human sexual organs.
  • ...So pass this bill and more like it.
  • So last session, as I mentioned, Chairman Geren passed House Bill.
  • That legislation passed easily.
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Thereof do pass and be printed.
  • Do pass to be printed.
  • , but that the substitute adopted in lieu thereof do pass and be approved.
  • But we don't want to pass this unless the committee.
  • I passed out a little pamphlet here that shows all of my entities.
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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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance May 23rd, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • And obviously, this is regarding the presumptions that we pass in this body.
  • The Miscellaneous Claims Bill is required to be passed

  • It's a bill we pass every session.
  • What passed the House and what was important to us?
  • We passed a House Committee substitute to House Bill 2 out of the Senate last night, eight and a half
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee featured extensive discussions surrounding several important bills, notably House Bills 500, 4486, and 3010. Chair Huffman presented HB500, a supplemental budget addressing vital state services, in which $2.5 billion was allocated for water infrastructure projects. The committee approved the bill unanimously, showcasing bipartisan support for its critical provisions including enhancements to Texas's cybersecurity and disaster response capabilities. Discussions also revolved around HB4486, which was substituted and subsequently reported back to the full Senate, indicating ongoing legislative refinement and collaboration among members. Additionally, HB3010, aimed at facilitating disaster recovery for rural infrastructure, was brought forward by Senator Nichols, emphasizing the state's commitment to assisting communities impacted by natural calamities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources (Part II)Audio only. May 7th, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Senate recommends that it be passed and printed.
  • but that the committee substitute be adopted in lieu of the review passed and reprinted.
  • Senator Parker moves that HB 1238 be reported to the full Senate with a recommendation that it be passed
  • Senator Parker moves that HB 2890 be reported to the full Senate with a recommendation that it be passed
  • Birdwell moves that House Bill 206 be reported to the full Senate with a recommendation that it do pass
Summary: The Senate Committee on Natural Resources convened to discuss several bills, primarily focusing on environmental and land resource management. Notable discussions included the passage of HB1089, related to the Gulf Coast Protection Account, which was presented by Senator Alvarado and reported favorably to the full Senate without objections. Additionally, the committee discussed HB2970 and HB1238, both of which were recommended for local and uncontested calendars. The meeting was efficient, with each bill swiftly moving through the agenda after being presented and debated by committee members, primarily led by Dean Zaffirini.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • I’m going to pass the hat in a minute.
  • The motion is to do pass in print, and the clerk will call the roll.
  • House Bill 29 does pass.
  • House Bill 1689 by Representative Gerdes recommends that HB 60 do pass and be...
  • , but that the committee substitute adopted in lieu thereof do pass.
Summary: The meeting of the committee addressed significant issues surrounding groundwater conservation, with a focus on several proposed bills aimed to enhance the management and sustainability of water resources in the region. House Bill 1633 was discussed, which seeks to strengthen criteria used by groundwater conservation districts (GCDs) when permitting, ensuring that they factor in potential impacts on neighboring exempt wells. Positive sentiments were expressed regarding the need for more stringent evaluations of groundwater permits to preserve resources effectively. This bill aims to reinforce accountability among GCDs, emphasizing the criticality of groundwater, especially in rural areas where access is essential for agricultural and domestic use. In addition, House Bill 1689 and Senate Bill 3058 were presented, both aimed at improving how GCDs utilize export fees and manage water conservation measures. Public testimony highlighted the concerns of landowners about excessive pipeline construction fees and a lack of adequate authority to collaborate with counties on water projects. The committee adopted several amendments to these bills to better align the interests of landowners with water conservation goals. The meeting concluded with an acknowledgment of the pressing need to balance development and conservation, signaling a collective intent to move forward with actionable legislation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Apr 23rd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • chair moves that SB926 be reported favorably to the full House, with the recommendation that it do pass
  • chair moves that HB3316 be reported favorably to the full House with the recommendation that it do pass
  • Price transparency was passed by this legislature with Chairman Burroughs at the time.
  • And we can't pass those fees on to the client, but we're getting those fees passed on to us, which further
  • Members of the legislature passed Senate Bill 833.
Summary: The House Committee on Insurance meeting covered multiple bills focused on healthcare regulations and patient accessibility. Notably, House Bill 3057 was highlighted in testimony from citizens advocating for expanded access to CAR T-cell therapy, which has shown effectiveness for blood cancers. Testimonies were given by affected individuals, emphasizing the need for local treatment options without the burden of travel to distant medical facilities. Similarly, House Bill 4603 was laid out with the intent to align arbitration options and ensure that consumers receive timely resolutions in disputed medical charges. Overall, the committee demonstrated an active engagement with the public and various stakeholders while navigating key issues affecting health insurance and patient care in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Mar 17th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We passed it in the House actually, but it ran out of time in the Senate.
  • And who do I give this to so it can be passed out?
  • Another question: if this bill is passed, does it change any types of regulations?
  • They also have to pass the first two parts of the USMLE, which are done here. Right.
  • We're going to make sure and pass it online, okay?
Summary: The committee meeting welcomed discussions centered on maternal health, particularly relating to the delays in the Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee's report. The Commissioner noted significant delays due to a backlog in the review process for maternal death cases and staff shortages, essentially making it difficult to meet statutory deadlines. A proposed bill, HB713, aims to allow nurses to access unredacted materials during the review to expedite the Committee's reporting process and address the increasing maternal mortality rates in Texas. The urgency surrounding this legislation indicates the committee's commitment to improving maternal outcomes in the state.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Justice May 13th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chairman and members, House Bill 2596 by Representative Will Metcalfe was passed unanimously by the House
  • And when the House passed it unanimously, they had asked that
  • And I know that we will all work together to make sure that this bill is passed.
  • to pass favorably and be printed.
  • The bill is identical to Senate Bill 1325, which already passed this committee unanimously.
Summary: During the meeting, multiple bills were reviewed and discussed, with the most prominent being HB33, known as the Uvalde-Strong Act. This bill aims to improve school safety and preparedness in active shooting situations by implementing stringent security measures and training requirements for law enforcement and educational institutions. The bill generated significant discussion about its provisions, the urgency for enhanced safety protocols, and the lessons learned from previous tragedies. HB1261, which allows for dual publication methods for public notices, was also reported favorably without objections, reflecting a growing need to adapt legislative processes to modern communication standards. The meeting concluded with several bills advancing to the full Senate for further consideration.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Human Services Apr 22nd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • do pass and be printed. The clerk will call the roll.
  • The reason this bill should pass...
  • We need to get it passed, as you can see from all the great witnesses.
  • This did pass out of the house last session and passed out of the committee unanimously.
  • No more passing the buck, no more internal interviews or reviews, no more cover-ups.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on several key bills related to health care and adoption services, with a significant emphasis on fostering care systems. Vice Chair Emanuel presented bills that aimed to streamline reporting requirements for the HHSC, while Representative Slauson's bill on voluntary adoption registries prompted a discussion on improving access and procedures within the child welfare system. Each bill was generally met with favorable votes, indicating strong bipartisan support for these initiatives. The committee heard testimonies from various stakeholders who voiced the importance of these legislative efforts in enhancing the quality of life for children and families involved in the welfare system. Notably, the committee also tackled the issue of Medicaid services and accessibility for children needing medical equipment like baby helmets, which have been a burden for many low-income families.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Feb 19th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Nevertheless, it may pass constitutional muster.
  • And then we passed legislation, Senate Bill 6, I think.
  • We need to pass any law that we can to protect all Texans.
  • The bill passes to engrossment.
  • There being 28 ayes and two nays, the bill passes.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate addressed significant legislative changes regarding bail procedures and the use of public funds in bail payments. Notably, the committee reviewed SB9 and SB40, both aimed at tightening regulations surrounding bail bonds and enhancing public safety. Senator Huffman presented an amendment to SB9 that allows judges to reassess bail after indictments, especially in cases of violent offenders, reiterating the need for strict bail practices to protect victims and communities. Additionally, SB40 introduces restrictions on the use of public funds by local governments to cover bail for defendants, addressing public concerns over the transparency and safety implications of such practices.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Human Services Apr 1st, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Bill 136 as substituted be reported in favor to the full House with the recommendation that it do pass
  • Bill 109 as substituted be reported favorably to the full House with the recommendation that it do pass
  • span marker="541" data-time="3240"> favorably to the full House with the recommendation that it do pass
  • That should be kept confidential and never passed on.
  • And if so, how does it work, and how would that be passed on to us?
Summary: The meeting convened with Chair Hull overseeing the discussions, and a quorum was confirmed with all members present. The primary focus was on voting several bills that had been discussed in previous hearings. Notable among them was HB1155, which relates to monetary assistance from the DFPS to certain parents. The committee adopted a substitute for the bill without objection and subsequently moved it forward with recommendations for favorable approval to the full House. Another significant topic was HB136, which aimed to include lactation consultation in Medicaid coverage, which also passed out of committee with a substitute.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

JurisprudenceAudio only. Mar 20th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Bill 746, as substituted, be reported in favor to the full Senate with the recommendation to do pass
  • 1403, as substituted, be reported favorably to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass
  • With the recommendation that it do pass and be printed, will
  • There being five ayes and no nays, the bill is passed

  • ">This is the bill that this committee voted out last time, and we did check the votes and it was passed
Summary: The Senate Committee on Jurisprudence convened to discuss several important bills concerning guardianship, child support, and property owners. Notable discussions included the passage of SB746, a bill aimed at improving guardianship matters, which was reported favorably with unanimous consent. A committee substitute was also adopted, covering essential considerations around local and uncontested statuses, indicating smooth bipartisan support. Furthermore, the committee discussed SB1403 and SB1404, both related to procedures affecting parent-child relationships and support enforcement, demonstrating a focused effort on family law reform.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health May 19th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, SB 1117 is a bipartisan bill that passed unanimously

  • ...and passed unanimously out of the Senate.
  • It has bipartisan support and passed unanimously out of the Senate.
  • I respectfully ask for your support in passing this

  • That it do pass to be printed. Clerk will call the roll.
Summary: During this meeting of the Committee on Public Health, members discussed several significant bills focused on expanding the scope of practice for dental professionals, specifically regarding the administration of neuromodulators such as Botox for aesthetic purposes. Senator Van Dever presented SB1117, which would allow licensed dentists to administer these treatments following proper training, a point that sparked a lively debate among committee members. While proponents emphasized the benefits of improving patient access to regulated aesthetic care, opponents raised concerns about the potential for dentists to prioritize cosmetic procedures over essential dental care, fearing that the marketplace could prioritize profit over patient safety. The bill enjoyed bipartisan support, having passed the Senate unanimously but faced scrutiny regarding the implications of allowing such expansion beyond traditional dental practices.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Veteran AffairsAudio only. Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Hancock moves that Senate Bill 1818 does not pass, but
  • that the committee substitute to Senate Bill 1818 do pass and be recommended to the full Senate.
  • span marker="11" data-time="94">There being six ayes and zero nays, Substitute Senate Bill 1818 does pass
  • span>

    Senator Hancock moves that Senate Bill 1271 does not pass

  • , but that the committee substitute to SB 1271 do pass and be recommended to the full Senate.
Summary: The Senate Veterans Affairs Committee convened a meeting where multiple bills were discussed, notably Senate Bill 1818 and Senate Bill 1271. Senator Hancock presented SB1818, explaining that a committee substitute was introduced to allow agencies to issue full licenses rather than provisional ones, aimed at reducing costs and enabling service members and their families to work immediately. The committee moved to adopt the committee substitute without objection and recommended it to the full Senate with unanimous support. The discussion then shifted to SB1271, where Senator Hancock similarly moved to adopt a committee substitute, which also passed with minimal dissent from the committee members. The committee efficiently processed both bills, demonstrating a collaborative effort to address the needs of veterans and their families effectively. The meeting concluded with the committee standing in recess, highlighting a productive session requiring further legislative discussion in future meetings.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • "4" data-time="18"> 16 be reported favorably to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass
  • 1973, as substituted, be reported favorably to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass
  • Johnson moves that House Bill 2524 be reported to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass
  • With the recommendation that it do pass and be printed, House
  • There being four ayes and zero nays, the bill is passed

Summary: The committee meeting focused on multiple bills, with notable discussions occurring primarily around HB1916, HB1973, HB2524, HB2530, and HB3180. Each bill was moved forward favorably to the full Senate, reflecting a collaborative spirit among committee members. Senator Johnson took the lead on several bills, advocating for their passage and ensuring that proper substitutes were adopted where necessary. The meeting witnessed a smooth flow of discussions, with all proposed bills being approved without significant opposition. Additionally, there was a sense of urgency as members sought to clear the agenda efficiently.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 Mar 18th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Bill 294 passed, and the Senate passed it, the

  • House passed it, and the governor didn't veto it.
  • If you pass this, you've narrowed it.
  • Passing this bill will be a significant step forward.
  • I hope it will pass through. Thank you for allowing me to be heard today.
Summary: The Senate Education Committee convened to discuss multiple bills, primarily focusing on SB1619 and SB6019. Senator Dean Zaffirini presented SB1619, and the discussion revolved around modernizing the state's approach to epinephrine delivery devices. The highlighted importance of addressing anaphylaxis treatments in schools, particularly focusing on ensuring that both current and future delivery methods are adequately represented in the legislation was prominent. Participation from public testimony was also anticipated, allowing for community engagement.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I think I'm going to take the gavel back; we're just going to pass this back and forth.
  • Go ahead and just pass the chair. Now recognizes Senator Alvarado on Senate Bill 865.
  • The student's tragic passing highlighted a critical gap in
  • Some bills around us, and the chair has passed some

  • I mean, we're going to pass a state law, so we should clarify what can be said. Right?
Summary: The meeting of the committee primarily addressed several significant bills, including SB2398 which aims to ensure that students recovering from concussions receive timely accommodations to support their academic, social, and behavioral needs. Senator Campbell presented the bill, emphasizing its importance in preventing long-term setbacks for affected students. The committee heard from various stakeholders, and testimony reflected strong support for the bill's intent, although concerns were raised regarding implementation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part I) May 8th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Adam, you can lead off or pass the lead to somebody.
  • Pass HB 3526. Thank you for your time.
  • What's the pass-fail rate?
  • We've already passed. Let's see fireworks once a quarter, right?
  • If passed, a board official may not be appointed or placed.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee focused on the discussion of several significant bills including HB3526, which aims to improve transparency in local government bond obligations. Advocates from the Texas Taxpayers and Research Association and Texas Public Policy Foundation emphasized the importance of this legislation for making financial information accessible to taxpayers and policy makers. Furthermore, the meeting included deliberations over HB148 and HB762, which seek to enhance the regulatory framework around appraisal district board training and limit executive severance packages in local government, respectively. Public testimonies reflected a range of perspectives, underscoring the complexities surrounding property rights and fiscal responsibility in governance.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Administration (Part I) May 27th, 2025

Senate Administration Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Hinojosa moves that HCR111 be reported favorably to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass
  • Hinojosa moves that HCR81 be reported favorably to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass
  • the substitute for HCR84 be reported favorably to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass
  • Hinojosa moves that HCR83 be reported favorably to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass
  • Hinojosa moves that HCR46 be reported favorably to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass
Summary: The meeting held by the committee involved discussions on multiple house and concurrent resolutions including HCR83, HB5689, and HB5655. Senator Hinojosa presented HCR83, which recognizes Rusk County as the Syrup Capital of Texas, emphasizing the cultural significance of ribbon cane syrup production in the area. The resolution passed favorably with no public testimony against it, showcasing community support. Additionally, HB5689, which amends laws regarding the Coal Ranch Improvement District No. 1, was reported favorably to the full Senate alongside HB5655, aimed at improving drainage systems in Fort Bend County. Both bills progressed without opposition, suggesting a consensus among committee members.

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