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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance Feb 7th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

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  • This requires developing...
  • Additionally, TEEX will develop an emergency preparedness exercise program.
  • As part of this, we will develop and ...
  • TEEX does other types of workforce development, like what...
  • It becomes the property of that AI company for the most part, right?
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting of the committee was marked by an in-depth discussion on various funding requests and program expansions across agencies. Notably, the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) presented its plans to enhance disaster readiness and response capability, emphasizing an increase in funding to support initiatives under the Keeping Texas Prepared program. The discussion also involved the significance of leveraging federal funds for disaster recovery and the importance of precise tracking of these funds. Key stakeholders, including representatives from various state agencies, were called upon to detail their funding requirements and the anticipated impact of their requests on public safety and community resilience.
US
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  • to develop American technology.
  • Tragically, we're starting to see the consequences; former DOE researchers are helping China develop.
  • marker="99" data-time="1176"> If we fail to protect our scientific leadership, our intellectual property
  • largest supporter of physical scientific research in the federal government, conducting research and developing
  • technologies across a range of fields from artificial intelligence to vaccine development to astrophysics
Summary: The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee convened to address pressing issues related to research security risks at the Department of Energy, focusing specifically on foreign nationals' access to sensitive information. The meeting highlighted the increasing threats posed by espionage from the Chinese Communist Party, which has sought to infiltrate U.S. national laboratories and exploit American research for military purposes. Discussions included the importance of tightening security protocols to safeguard national interests and maintain technological advantages. Witnesses provided insight into historical contexts and current vulnerabilities, emphasizing that without proper measures, the gaps could jeopardize national security.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Transportation Funding Mar 10th, 2025 at 10:03 am

House S/C on Transportation Funding

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  • As you can see, the largest portion of that funding goes to developing, delivering, and maintaining our
  • Then we go in and begin doing all of the final design and development of that.
  • We then develop the budget.
  • I've heard the discussion earlier about the development...
  • We've developed a sustainable transportation network system. It used to be in the old days...
Summary: The meeting of the Standing Subcommittee on Transportation addressed crucial issues relating to state transportation funding, focusing primarily on Propositions 1 and 7. The discussions, led by Chairman Canales, highlighted the significant contribution these propositions make to Texas's transportation budget and the impending challenges tied to a projected funding shortfall of $15 billion. Mark Williams, Executive Director of TxDOT, along with Stephen Stewart, CFO, emphasized the importance of sustained funding to support Texas’s growing infrastructure needs amidst rising costs and diminishing revenue sources, notably due to changes in vehicle fuel efficiency and increased reliance on electric vehicles. Notable public testimony from Pete Sepulveda from the Cameron County Regional Mobility Authority provided insights into local funding mechanisms and their role in enhancing the regional transportation networks.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

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

House Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select Committee

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  • This will affect some of those properties where development could have occurred before.
  • to instead not develop but institute green stormwater infrastructure practices.
  • Development Office.
  • DSHS will be required to develop a communications plan for local governments.
  • So we don't necessarily want... we're not even letting the Chinese buy property.
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

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  • We recognize as parents and And as lawmakers, that the development
  • fully developed until perhaps somewhere around 25 years of
  • This bill ensures that property owners are treated

  • Charles, I have you here on behalf of yourself and the South Texans Property Rights Association for the
  • The South Texas Property Rights Association helped

Summary: During the meeting, the committee engaged in substantial discussions surrounding several key pieces of legislation, particularly focusing on HB3004 which aims to enhance safety standards around high voltage power lines. Testimonies revealed concerns about the historical inadequacies of existing safety protocols, with multiple stakeholders advocating for strengthening provisions to avoid incidents of electrocution. Additionally, HB1088 was addressed, with debates regarding its potential implications on healthcare access, especially concerning transgender youth. There were conflicting opinions expressed regarding the necessity and impact of these legislative changes, highlighting the broader societal debates occurring around health and safety regulations.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Mar 19th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

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  • done juvenile justice issues, I have seen parents that almost treat their child like chattel or property
  • In the middle of the night, you hear someone climbing over the fence onto your property.
  • You get off of my property, at which time he, being about
  • Oh, well, he's got a development company. And there's this $50 million suit.
  • So developing a wild cave to allow touring by the public is a careful process.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on various legislative proposals, with significant discussions surrounding bills aimed at enhancing legal protections for citizens and jury privacy. Notably, House Bill 1110, presented by Chairman Shaheen, addresses safeguards for citizens reporting suspicious activities, ensuring they are protected from legal repercussions when acting in good faith. There was unanimous support for HB 349, which relates to civil liabilities associated with removing individuals from vehicles, illustrating the committee's commitment to providing social protections amid rising concerns around public safety.
TX
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  • span marker="27" data-time="260">So this exactly is allowing our county commissioners to designate property
  • It's a private market, it's a free market, and so the city of X or the housing development of...
  • to charitable organizations and allow for a broader reach of donations of county surplus property.
  • Agent success in getting our surplus property sold off.
  • So it becomes decommissioned property.
Summary: The meeting focused on various bills concerning law enforcement and budgetary practices in the state. Discussions highlighted the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies, particularly in Harris County, regarding staffing shortages and funding gaps. Representatives presented bills such as HB2413 and HB2014, which aim to address pay parity and improve law enforcement capabilities within the local jurisdiction. Witness testimonies underscored the urgency of ensuring that law enforcement agencies have the necessary resources to meet the demands of their communities, especially in light of rising crime rates and public safety concerns.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on International Relations Apr 14th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House S/C on International Relations

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  • Property taxes for the same acreage in Arizona are $4,000, but because we have greenhouses, it's almost
  • span> At our bridge, we recently worked with the Roma Economic Development
  • Corporation to purchase and develop a 300-acre industrial park near the Roma Miguel Aleman International
  • This development is based on knowing that we have a strong foothold...
  • We're working with several developers from Mexico and Texas.
Bills: HCR108, HCR127
Summary: The committee meeting focused on two significant resolutions: HCR108 and HCR127. HCR108 urges the U.S. Department of Commerce to maintain the tomato suspension agreement, which has been pivotal for Texas's economy and food security since its inception in 1996. Numerous stakeholders, including county commissioners and mayors, testified on the agreement's importance, claiming that its termination could jeopardize over 30,000 jobs and lead to a $4.5 billion loss in the Texas economy. The tomatoes imported under this agreement are crucial not only for fresh produce availability but also for maintaining a stable market for local farmers and businesses. The chair acknowledged the testimony and discussed the economic ramifications of potential changes to trade policies, insisting on the need for support to continue the current agreement.
TX
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  • that $200,000 in rent expense is excessive when they don't have a debt service of $170,000 on that property
  • If you look to the owner of the property, you can examine that situation.
  • I'm just saying, as you peer into that, pierce into that property.
  • I'm limited to only capturing costs for true depreciation, mortgage interest, and property tax.
  • ...property and casualty insurance.
Summary: The meeting of the committee primarily focused on several significant bills aimed at enhancing accountability and transparency within Texas's Medicaid and long-term care systems. Notably, SB457 seeks to ensure that a substantial portion of Medicaid funds is allocated directly to patient care in nursing facilities, addressing concerns about the misuse of taxpayer dollars. Various testimonies were provided from key stakeholders, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by nursing homes and the pressing need for reform. Notably, AARP Texas endorsed SB457, emphasizing the critical need for improvements in care quality, especially in light of staffing shortages and neglect issues prevalent in some facilities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Education Apr 29th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Public Education Committee

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  • Many of them hold job titles that oversee district-wide curriculum and professional development.
  • How would allowing a student to develop a belief even be determined?
  • Children develop thoughts and their personalities by expressing themselves in different ways.
  • and quality teacher development.
  • You couldn't own real property. You couldn't own personal property.
Summary: The committee meeting was marked by significant discussions surrounding House Bill 4, which aims to reform the Texas public school assessment and accountability system. The bill proposes to eliminate the existing STAAR testing framework and replace it with a nationally norm-referenced assessment that emphasizes growth over year-end testing, promoting a more individualized learning experience for students. This shift was widely supported among educators and stakeholders, with many testifying in favor of creating a system that aligns better with both educational outcomes and community accountability. Notably, there were concerns raised about maintaining adequate oversight and integrity in the assessment process, as well as the timing of implementing these significant changes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) Apr 14th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • Property damage or placing any person in fear of imminent serious
  • Commission to develop a training program so state employees
  • The substitute may deal with some of that, but if you look at how under strategy development... we talk
  • working within their society, getting resources from the adversary to strengthen yourself, and developing
  • three decades of economic warfare, currency manipulation, transnational repression, intellectual property
Summary: The Senate Committee on State Affairs convened to discuss three critical bills, primarily centered around national security concerns and their implications on civil liberties. Notably, Senate Bill 2514 drew significant scrutiny and opposition from various witnesses who raised alarms about how the bill could infringe upon free speech rights and privacy. The bill aims to establish a framework for identifying and monitoring foreign influence operations against Texas, specifically targeting adversaries like China and Russia. Proponents argued that such measures are necessary to protect the integrity of state governance and prevent malign foreign influence, while opponents warned that it may lead to excessive governmental oversight and potential abuse of power.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part I) Jan 28th, 2025

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  • The Landowners' Compensation Program was developed to provide
  • There are significant developments expected in the coming months, and we anticipate providing updates
  • Doing damage to properties... this is when people have

  • damage to their property; literally, you know, if you have five cross fences cut, mowed down because
  • span marker="45" data-time="1337"> **Senator Hinojosa**: This is when people have damage to their property
Summary: The meeting of the committee primarily focused on the Office of the Attorney General, where General Ken Paxton and his staff presented budget recommendations, highlighting a proposed decrease of $163.9 million from the 2024-25 biennium budget. Discussions included essential service funding such as the Crime Victims Compensation Program, which is facing challenges due to revenue shortfalls and increased demand. The committee raised concerns regarding the method of finance swaps that impacted the overall budget, leading to a $38 million cut that the Attorney General’s office deemed an error. Representatives from the LBB were also questioned about the implications of these funding changes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Border Security (Part I) Apr 10th, 2025

Senate Border Security Committee

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  • These developments are driven in part by organized crime
  • data-time="4032"> It's just the model that I see that they're taking; they're looking to purchase property
  • span marker="676" data-time="4050"> Del Rio Eagle Pass area also, and they're even expanding to properties
  • sure that they're doing everything correctly because we don't want anything bad to happen to the property
  • span>

    No, I understand that, but that's protecting the property

Summary: The Senate Committee on Border Security convened to discuss SB2949, focusing on the regulation of transportation for motor fuels and hazardous materials. Chairman Birdwell highlighted the urgent need for oversight due to recent increases in fuel-related crimes along the Texas-Mexico border, including theft, illegal documentation, and the operation of unregulated fuel depots. The committee received testimony from several experts, including representatives from the Comptroller's office and law enforcement, who elaborated on the environmental and safety risks posed by the current unregulated fuel transport practices. The discussion centered around how SB2949 aims to tighten regulations and enhance penalties for illegal hauling activities to safeguard public safety and compliance with state laws.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Transportation Committee

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  • had been to individual landowners whose property line abutted
  • This can lead to problems of property owners who do not want or refuse to maintain the land.
  • County Road existed if the property is wholly or partially
  • Current statutes for closing the county road require us to convey about 30 feet to the abutting property
  • While he's coming up, registering but not wishing to testify for the bill is Scott Kibb, American Property
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee focused extensively on several bills, including discussions surrounding public safety and road management in Texas. A notable bill discussed was SB1351, which aims to designate a section of U.S. Highway 281 in honor of a fallen Border Patrol agent. Hearing emotional testimonies from family members highlighted the community's support for this tribute. Additionally, the committee progressed through multiple bills including SB2589 and SB2707, both addressing local governance issues and emergency response improvements, with discussions on operational practices and compliance with safety standards involving transportation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on County & Regional Government May 5th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House S/C on County & Regional Government

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  • I am here to voice my concern about the current noise ordinance, especially with increased development
  • so decide, county clerk filing for real and personal property
  • It only covers real property and personal...
  • Property filings, but even in Harris County, there are going
  • I think there's 1.8 million properties under HCaT.
Summary: The committee meeting convened to address a series of bills aimed at enhancing public safety, addressing homelessness, and improving governance associated with county purchasing agents. Key discussions revolved around HB3205, which seeks to implement a County Housing First Initiative to combat homelessness by allowing counties to create a dedicated funding source for such initiatives. Representative Campos presented compelling evidence supporting the efficacy of Housing First programs, citing substantial improvements in housing stability and quality of life for participants. The bill received favorable testimonies from various stakeholders, emphasizing its crucial role in tackling homelessness in Texas.
TX
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  • We are excited about the developments that are coming.
  • We are a new data center development company based out of Fort Worth.
  • It's property tax.
  • We're all sensitive to the property tax; we're working on that.
  • economy we're developing.
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on SB6, which is aimed at facilitating greater liability and addressing the challenges associated with load interconnection. The chair reopened discussions on the bill, engaging with several public testimonies. Among the 27 registered witnesses, many expressed support for the bill, emphasizing its significance in ensuring accurate load visibility and addressing issues in the energy sector. Notably, Lee Bratcher from the Texas Blockchain Council commended the committee's efforts while highlighting concerns related to transmission costs and their potential impact.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) Apr 28th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • framework creates confusion for businesses, challenges for city planners, and barriers to economic development
  • ...sustainable development.
  • SB 2782 would require TEC to develop rules requiring

  • The Natural Resources Economic Development Committee received
  • There is a discussion about managing the property over the Alamo versus sharing it with someone else
Summary: The meeting focused on several legislative measures concerning alcoholic beverages, ethics, and the protection of free speech. Notable discussions included the presentation of Senate Bill 2633, which aims to modernize the framework for alcohol sales in local communities and allow local option elections within designated zones. Additionally, Senate Bill 2713 garnered significant attention, addressing ideological discrimination in professional associations based on political beliefs, urging a need for greater protection of free speech in Texas. Public witnesses provided testimony, with a mix of support and concerns regarding various bills, indicating a vibrant discourse among committee members and the public.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Corrections Apr 9th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Corrections Committee

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  • the bill we heard previously by Representative Wharton, relating to the transfer of certain state property
  • restitution process by creating a clear and more victim-centered system for handling unclaimed properties
  • the payments are considered abandoned and are reported to the comptroller under Chapter 77 of the Property
  • dollars still support victims rather than being transferred to general state revenue as abandoned property
  • of violent crimes and other property crimes as well.
Summary: The Committee on Corrections convened to discuss various proposed bills aimed at enhancing the criminal justice system in Texas. Noteworthy among them was HB1760, presented by Chairman Leach, which seeks to increase the minimum imprisonment term for individuals convicted of intoxicated manslaughter. The committee voted favorably on several bills, including HB1772, which addresses the eligibility for community supervision. Public testimony highlighted community concerns around parole decisions, especially regarding violent offenders, which added emotional weight to discussions on HB2306 concerning children’s parole eligibility. Several members expressed strong sentiments advocating for stricter regulations for repeat offenders, underlining the impact of violent crime on victims' families. The meeting wrapped up with additional bills pending further discussions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part I) Feb 13th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

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  • , I was staffing this committee for Senator, before moving to Senator Bettencourt's Committee on Property
  • eight years, when you were our general counsel while Senator Perry and I were on a roadshow about property
  • > You know, it's one thing because we take a lot of calls on property
  • This is starting to become a bit problematic, and I want to address it before it develops into a situation
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance focused on reviewing budget recommendations from various agencies, particularly the Public Utility Commission (PUC). Significant discussions included the authorization of an additional $5 billion for the Texas Energy Fund, which was noted as a critical component for managing the state's energy needs. Chairman Thomas Gleason highlighted the importance of funding for regulatory and oversight roles, ensuring that the PUC continues to effectively manage Texas's growing electricity and water demands. Additionally, representatives from various agencies presented their specific funding requests, emphasizing the need for increased staff to handle rising workloads and maintain efficiency.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 13th, 2025 at 09:02 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • ensuring the availability of safe, adequate housing for persons of low and moderate incomes through development
  • data-time="1332">The organization serves as a forum for financial support, innovation, professional development
  • Trade Workforce and Economic Development: Chair Button

  • Permanent Standing Subcommittee on Property Tax Appraisals

Summary: The meeting was focused on several notable resolutions, including HR245 recognizing February 13th, 2025 as Texas in a HRO Day. Ms. Hinojosa elaborated on the significance of the Texas chapter of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials in advocating for affordable housing, highlighting their 49 years of service. Other resolutions included HR255 and HR257, which commemorated important community figures and anniversaries, showcasing the collective efforts and achievements of Texas communities. The atmosphere was one of celebration and acknowledgement, with various representatives speaking passionately about their respective constituents and the contributions made by local leaders.

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