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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Apr 23rd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We support this bill and ask you to report it. Thank you.
  • That's the reality: all of you on this dais have reporting obligations, but you have support staff and
  • to do so after a local prosecutor has failed to initiate prosecution six months after receiving a report
  • of the Attorney General to prosecute after giving local prosecutors six months to bring their own report
  • Although some reports cite the potential high upfront cost
Summary: The committee meeting featured extensive discussions on various bills, with a notable emphasis on public testimony regarding energy efficiency and electoral ethics. HB5323 was presented, aiming to establish the Texas Energy Waste Advisory Committee, which seeks to tackle energy waste and improve power system reliability across Texas. Supporters highlighted the importance of coordination among state agencies to enhance existing programs and reduce energy consumption especially during high-risk periods. The bill progressed amidst a supportive public sentiment and promises of accountability through regular reporting to the legislature.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Border Security (Part I) Apr 10th, 2025

Senate Border Security Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • This provision aims to capture both the person filing the application or report, as well as the person
  • who caused the application or report to be submitted.
  • , and it will send you a report in Cameron County.
  • The blending that we've seen the most has been reported to us by drivers.
  • The importance of what has been discussed today and what has been reported by our own members.
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.
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  • Released a report card.
  • The American Society of Civil Engineers released a report card on our infrastructure, and our drinking
  • The chair recommends that Senate Bill 616 be reported to
  • There is none, Senate Bill 616 will be reported to

  • The chair moves that Senate Bill 565 be reported.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Water and Agriculture and Rural Affairs convened under the leadership of Chairman Kelly Hancock, who opened the meeting with a prayer in remembrance of Chairman Perry, who was absent due to a personal loss. The session focused on the discussions surrounding SB384, which aims to support the longstanding initiative known as Operation Game Thief. Senator Flores presented the bill, emphasizing its essential role in the fight against poaching through public support. The operation has a successful track record of convictions but is currently dependent on donations and merchandise sales for funding. The committee aimed to vote on multiple bills during this session, contingent on achieving a quorum. Notably, discussions also revolved around fiscal notes on two bills that were set aside for later consideration, indicating the committee's intention to carefully manage their legislative decisions. The meeting showcased a productive atmosphere, with committee members actively engaged in the review and potential advancement of key legislative measures.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Aug 20th, 2025 at 09:08 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Steve Bresnan, I have you here on behalf of the Texas Court Reporters

  • very much for working with us on the study and for everything this committee has done for court reporters
  • your staff working with us, the Texas Court Reporters Association
  • and the Texas Deposition Reporters Association on this issue.
  • House Bill 16, as substituted, be reported to the full

Bills: HB16
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence focused on House Bill 16, an omnibus courts bill that was previously vetoed by the governor. The committee discussed several amendments aimed at addressing the governor's concerns as well as other member requests. Significant changes included the adjustment of court creation dates and the establishment of a new county court at law in Maverick County. Public testimony was heard, featuring insights from representatives including Megan LeVoy of the Office of Court Administration and Steve Bresnan of the Texas Court Reporters Association, both supporting the bill and highlighting its importance for the judiciary system.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Culture, Recreation & Tourism May 14th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Culture, Recreation & Tourism Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair moves that SCR22, without amendment, be reported

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    The chair moves that SB217, with that amendment, be reported

  • According to a 2024 report,...

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    The Chair moves that SCR18 with the amendment be reported

  • I propose that SB2232 be reported favorably and sent

Bills: SB2801, SB2232, SCR18
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on reviewing several bills, including SB217, which establishes the historic Friedman Cemetery program, and SB2232, which seeks to designate October 21st as Unplugged Texas Day. The latter bill sparked notable discussions regarding the importance of reducing screen time and encouraging outdoor activities among Texans. Chairperson Metcalfe initiated the agenda, and the public testimony featured passionate arguments for the need for outdoor engagement, emphasizing mental well-being and community bonding. Overall, the bills were met with unanimous support within the committee, advancing toward favorable recommendations for full house votes. Additionally, members voiced concerns about regulations surrounding field trials, as presented in SB2801, which proposes changes to the requirement for hunting licenses during dog field trials. Testimony from various stakeholders showcased a strong desire to facilitate participation in these events while raising awareness of the associated challenges. The meeting concluded with several bills advancing for further considerations, demonstrating a collaborative effort toward legislation that supports both cultural and outdoor initiatives in Texas.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Culture, Recreation & Tourism Apr 15th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Culture, Recreation & Tourism Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • That House Bill 4187, as substituted, be reported favorably
  • That House Bill 5032, as substituted, be reported favorably
  • The chair moves that HCR 55, with that amendment, be reported favorably to the full House.
  • ...as substituted, be reported favorably to the full House
  • And with that amendment, be reported favorably to the full
Summary: The meeting convened by Chair Metcalfe was characterized by the passage of multiple bills aimed at designating various regions in Texas for specific cultural or recreational significance, such as HCR 71 establishing LaSalle County as the Wild Hog Capital and HCR 86 naming Denton as the Halloween Capital of Texas. All bills discussed received unanimous support in the committee, signaling a cooperative atmosphere among committee members. Representative Flores brought forth House Bill 3883 which focuses on an important economic tool to spur Texas' competitive edge in hosting major events. The committee's voting process was efficient, as all motions to report the bills favorably passed without any opposition.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Mar 19th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
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    The chair moves that House Bill 626, without amendment, be reported

  • House Bill 646 as substituted to be reported favorably to the
  • House Bill 674, without amendment, be reported favorably to
  • We also go with the required reports within 30 days.
  • Since 1963, Texas has required institutions, businesses, and governmental entities to report.
Summary: The meeting of the House Committee on Homeland Security and Public Safety involved a range of discussions surrounding significant bills aimed at enhancing public safety measures, particularly in response to issues highlighted by past events. Notable was the discussion on HB33, proposed by Representative McLaughlin, which sought to overhaul school safety and establish a statewide emergency response protocol for active shooter situations. This bill emphasizes the importance of coordinated training among law enforcement and school officials to ensure a swift and effective response in emergencies, aiming to prevent delays seen in past incidents. The discussions also included input from law enforcement officials who acknowledged the necessity of improving communication and coordination between agencies, which was a highlighted failure in previous responses to crises.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair moves that House Bill 391 be reported favorably

  • The chair moves that House Bill 420, as substituted, be reported

  • As the Texas Tribune reported on July 5th of 2020, Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, Fort Worth,
  • And then report on them annually.
  • It's this wonderful report that has your name on it.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on addressing several important water-related bills, including HB391, HB420, and HB2626 among others. Representative Bell presented updates on HB391 related to accountability for rural water districts, achieving a consensus for statewide applicability and allowing for virtual meetings. Multiple testimonies were heard, showcasing both support for and concerns regarding the bills, specifically emphasizing the significance of maintaining water resources and addressing community needs amid Texas's growth. Representative Buckley advocated for HB2626 aimed at establishing the Central Texas Water Alliance to ensure sustainable water management across the region, which involves collaboration among various public, private, and state entities.
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  • I think we should have reporting requirements, and I frankly would bring the reporting requirements down
  • And they are required to file an annual report with the comptroller by...
  • I would like to go through and address the issues on the non-profits' reporting.
  • I just did a 990 for the IRS report for a non-profit that I work with, and the...
  • In some cases, at least media reports have indicated regarding...
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.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce Apr 22nd, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Aaron King moves that Senate Bill 1181 be reported favorably to the full Senate with a recommendation
  • There being six ayes, Senate Bill 1181 is reported favorably without objections and sent to the local
  • Senate Bill 986 be reported to the full Senate with a

  • Senator King moves that Senate Bill 2864 be reported

  • Senator O'Neill, Senate Bill 2864 is reported favorably and
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Business and Commerce centered around critical legislation including SB2858, SB324, and several others pertaining to regulatory consistency and enforcement in local governments. Notably, SB2858 was introduced to address the apparent noncompliance of some cities with state laws by empowering the Attorney General to enforce regulations more effectively. The members deliberated on the implications of this bill, with public testimony highlighting the need for stronger measures against local governments that ignore state mandates. Aside from regulatory discussions, SB2610 was well-received as it aimed to provide cybersecurity protections for small to medium-sized businesses, encouraging compliance with industry standards while simultaneously minimizing potential legal repercussions for companies against data breaches. The committee aimed to strike a balance between ensuring business security and avoiding undue burden on smaller enterprises.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on County & Regional Government Apr 28th, 2025 at 11:04 am

House S/C on County & Regional Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • The first investigative report returned to us, and we intend
  • Just last year, there were reported...

  • In 2023, we had 169 reported deaths.
  • He will tell you that in reality, these investigation reports are destroyed before...
  • that would be part of this investigative report that would be maintained.
Summary: The meeting focused on significant legislative proposals primarily centered around public health and criminal justice reforms. Notably, discussions centered on HB3841 and HB5108, which aim to enhance transparency and accountability in death investigations within county jails. Representatives shared compelling testimonies involving the necessity for improved oversight following recent incidents of in-custody deaths, highlighting the emotional impact on affected families. Witnesses from advocacy groups passionately urged the committee to approve the bills to foster trust in the system and uphold public safety standards. Additionally, various members addressed HB5611, which would empower emergency services districts to provide preventative healthcare services, contributing to the prevention of unnecessary 911 calls.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Licensing & Administrative Procedures May 6th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Licensing & Administrative Procedures Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair moves that SB378 without amendment be reported

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    The chair moves that SB764, without amendment, be reported

  • " data-time="162">Members, this is Senator Zaffirini's bill relating to certain boiler inspection reports
  • House Bill 1800 requires them to report all serious incidents involving a child in their care to TDLR
  • Swim School Association members reported that teachers will be teaching over 12 million lessons.
Summary: The meeting of the committee primarily focused on discussing various bills, including HB1800, which aims to establish safety standards for swim schools. The bill was introduced by Ms. Garcia, who shared a heart-wrenching personal story about her son, Mitchell, who drowned during a swim program due to inadequate safety protocols. This led to strong public testimony both supporting and opposing the bill, with many witnesses emphasizing the need for stringent regulations to protect children in swim schools. In contrast, some representatives voiced concerns about over-regulating well-established programs that already have safety measures in place.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part II) Jan 28th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • I can take the 30-page report and say it's summed up this: the state's interest.
  • I can take the 30-page report and say it's summed up this.
  • The first rider is intended to address the DOJ findings and establish reporting.
  • The first rider is intended to address the DOJ findings and establish reporting.
  • Two relate to special education reporting and FSP funding as discussed in section three.
Summary: The meeting of the committee centered around discussions on the budgets for the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. Significant recommendations included a proposed budget of $3.7 billion for the Department of Public Safety, which reflects a decrease of $199.6 million from the previous cycle. Key topics included customer service enhancements and the increase of staff to improve operations and reduce wait times. Additionally, the Juvenile Justice Department's funding was discussed, including adjustments related to staff salary increases and facility needs.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 18th, 2025 at 02:02 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • In the past year alone, more than 4,200 incidents were reported where a volunteer helped a client in
  • to recognize the Texas Court Reporters Association.
  • Court reporters are over here on the south side of the gallery; could you please stand?
  • In those respects, members, court reporters undergo years
  • Reporters Association to their State Capitol. Thank you.
Summary: The meeting of the committee featured several resolutions and bills being discussed, highlighting statewide recognitions and honors. Notable among the resolutions was HR185, commemorating February 18, 2025, as Mission Day, which brings attention to the city of Mission's rich history and contributions to the economy, particularly in citrus production and international trade. Additionally, HR277 recognized the Alabama Cushata Tribe of Texas Day, honoring the tribe's heritage and its longstanding presence in the state.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

State Affairs Aug 26th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Bill 19 be reported favorably to the full Senate with
  • There being eight ayes and three nays, Senate Bill 19 will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
  • It was a bill that dealt with how we report election results
  • This moves that Senate Bill 54 be reported favorably to the
  • I report it to the full Senate. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. And I thank the members of the committee.
Bills: SB53, SB54, HB16, SB19
Summary: The Committee on State Affairs convened to discuss several significant bills, including SB19, SB54, HB16, and SB2217. A major focus was the potential changes to fundraising rules during special legislative sessions, aimed at aligning policies for regular and special sessions. Senator Bettencourt presented SB19, which prohibits political contributions during special sessions, raising questions about the implications for ongoing fundraising activities. Additionally, the committee reviewed SB54, which seeks to amend recent changes around voting procedures to prevent misunderstandings related to voter registration within counties. The session featured robust discussions, particularly surrounding the balance of regulations and the need for clear public policy. The meeting concluded with several bills moving forward positively, highlighting the collaborative effort among members.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs May 12th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Clear reporting and investigation processes are essential to ensure timely action is taken to protect
  • platforms to do the following:

    - Remove content reported

  • It makes the presumption that all reports of something being
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    There's video that is real, and then the person that reports

  • span> They do this with algorithms, but what if the person that reported
Bills: HB668, HB677, HB766, HB3133
Summary: The meeting focused on several critical pieces of legislation including HB677, HB3133, HB668, SB2819, and SB3070. Notably, HB677 prohibits county election administrators from holding other appointed positions while serving in their role, with no public testimony registered against it, leading to its pending status. Conversely, HB3133, which addresses the issue of explicit deep fake material on social media, drew significant attention but was left pending without public testimony as well. The discussion of HB668 included provisions for a one-year grace period for licensed handgun owners after expiration, a relatively straightforward bill that also registered no public testimony. Meanwhile, SB2819, a companion to HB677, emphasizes the strict regulations surrounding election administration, seeking to eliminate any potential conflicts of interest. Lastly, SB3070 sparked conversations about lottery regulations and transparency in operations, prompting discussions around its implications and garnering witness testimonies in favor of the bill.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations May 6th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • marker="19" data-time="108">Representative Kitzman moves that House Bill 188, as substituted, be reported
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    Representative Tepper moves that House Bill 265 be reported

  • span marker="37" data-time="216">Representative Oliverson moves that House Joint Resolution 35 be reported
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    Representative Orr moves that House Joint Resolution 47 be reported

  • Senator Fairley moves that Senate Bill 1901 be reported

Summary: The House Appropriations Committee convened to discuss several significant legislative bills, including HB188, HB265, HJR35, HJR47, and SB1901. During the session, each bill was presented, and members engaged in lively discussions about their implications. Notably, the committee adopted a committee substitute for HB188, which expanded eligibility for grants related to water infrastructure. The substitute aimed to prioritize municipal utility districts, garnering a generally positive reception among committee members. Both HJR35 and HJR47 were reported favorably for consideration by the full House, demonstrating strong bipartisan support despite some dissenting votes.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on County & Regional Government Apr 14th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House S/C on County & Regional Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • Programs shall report back to the state information on the
  • You have us reporting based on the grant information.
  • We have to report.
  • Don't make us report as if we got a grant because we're not eligible for the grant.
  • So PSR, you mentioned the public safety report. And I was asking the prior.
Summary: The meeting was productive, primarily focusing on the discussions surrounding several key bills, notably HB2012, HB3174, and HB5580. The bills addressed significant issues like public health, immigration enforcement, and developmental initiatives. Notably, HB3174 aims to combat the spread of blood-borne diseases through syringe exchange programs in specific counties, with robust support from public health officials. Throughout the meeting, there was an active exchange of perspectives on the efficacy and implications of these bills, particularly regarding how they would impact public safety and health in Texas. Concerns were raised about the potential burden on law enforcement and the appropriateness of mandating immigration mechanisms in local jails under HB5580, generating passionate discussions among committee members and public testimonies alike.

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