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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Administration Apr 14th, 2025

Senate Administration Committee

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  • Values that resonate deeply with many, many Texans.
  • committee, my name is Mary Elizabeth Castle, and I'm the Director of Government Relations for Texas Values
  • marker="235" data-time="1404"> This resolution presents an opportunity for all Texans to lead in valuing
Bills: SB2053, SCR19, SCR23, SCR29
Summary: The committee meeting covered several important bills, including SCR19, which proposes the construction of the Texas Life Monument on the Capitol grounds to honor the sanctity of life and motherhood. Senator Parker explained that the monument would be funded privately and aim to create a public space for reflection. Public testimony offered support from pro-life organizations, emphasizing the monument's significance in celebrating the role of mothers and the value of life. The discussions surrounding this resolution were passionate and involved testimonies from individuals and organizations dedicated to celebrating family values in Texas. In addition to SCR19, the meeting featured SB2053, aimed at establishing the Governor's Medal of Service Award to recognize exceptional public service contributions. The bill gained positive acceptance among committee members and public attendees alike. Public testimonies reflected the importance of recognizing local heroes and encouraging public engagement. Overall, the meeting highlighted the committee's commitment to advancing legislation that honors both individual contributions and collective values within Texas society.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Administration Jan 28th, 2025

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  • relating to the appropriations for the preservation and perpetuation of certain items of historical value
  • allowing the legislature and state agencies to accept on behalf of the state gifts of items of historical value
Summary: The meeting encompassed discussions on a variety of legislative bills with notable presentations from several committee members. Key topics included fiscal responsibility and the impact of legislation on local communities. Members engaged in a productive dialogue regarding amendments to particular bills, demonstrating a commitment to fine-tuning legislative proposals to better serve constituents. Testimonies from several community stakeholders highlighted varied perspectives on key issues, further enriching the discussions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II) Mar 20th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • Well, as you'll see from the Texas Comptroller's The property
  • It's strongly supported by everyone who values the security and secrecy of our elections.
  • That's not why I pay my property taxes.
  • unanimously opposed efforts to eliminate countywide polling, doubling down and tripling down on its value
  • Does it increase personal liberty, free enterprise, personal responsibility, or property rights?
Summary: The meeting focused on significant discussions regarding several bills, particularly SB396 and SB827. Public testimonies were heard against SB396, expressing concerns over government overreach regarding voter registrations. Various witnesses highlighted potential disenfranchisement of eligible voters and the inefficiencies of the proposed residency confirmations. SB827 was another bill of interest, with discussions centered around the methods of election monitoring and concerns regarding the accuracy and cost-effectiveness of hand-counted audits.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Jan 29th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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  • would like to ask all members to join together as we recognize the historic contributions of this valued
  • It is a city where neighbors look out for one another, where tradition is cherished, and where the value
  • The people of Brownsville are strong, joyful, and deeply rooted in the values that make Texas great.
Bills: SJR36, SB2, SR9, SR10, SR16
Summary: Additionally, the committee recognized police chiefs from various districts for their dedication to public safety, highlighting their essential role in the community. Senators expressed their gratitude towards law enforcement and emphasized the collaborative efforts needed to enhance community relations. The meeting was marked by a spirit of recognition and celebration, fostering a sense of unity among the members present.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Justice (Part I)Audio only. May 27th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

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  • bring charges when cybercrime crosses county lines, especially when dealing with tangible personal property
  • like cryptocurrency, online fraud, or intellectual property theft.
Bills: HB2217
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Criminal Justice was convened by Chair Flores and involved the discussion of two significant bills: HB2217 and HB2594. HB2217 was presented by Senator Higginbotham, establishing a grant program to equip local law enforcement vehicles with bullet-resistant components. The purpose of this legislation is to enhance officer safety amid rising violence against law enforcement personnel, as it aims to reduce fatalities caused by gunfire. The bill was favorably reported to the full Senate with unanimous support from committee members, indicating strong approval for initiatives aimed at law enforcement safety. Public testimony for the bill was minimal as no speakers registered for or against it.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation May 8th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Transportation Committee

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  • ...and decreased crash-related medical and property costs.
  • ...of property owners and small businesses along the corridor
  • marker="379" data-time="2268"> because the Port of Corpus Christi has come in and bought all the property
  • We have a development partner who has property on the Intracoastal Canal, I mean on the ship channel,
  • , and develop that property.
Summary: The meeting focused on various transportation-related bills, including discussions around essential infrastructure for flood control, electric bicycles, and safety measures for cyclists. Representative Martinez introduced HB3544, highlighting the flooding issues in the Rio Grande Valley and the need for proper stormwater management. The bill garnered attention as it addresses urgent concerns for local emergency services and community safety. Additionally, CSHB4089 outlined regulations for electric bicycles in state parks, promoting access and safety for all park-goers. There was a significant public turnout, with testimonies both in support and against various proposed bills, reflecting community engagement and interest in transportation safety.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Higher Education Apr 22nd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Higher Education Committee

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  • unique and tough landscape of West Texas, and it serves a population known for their conservative values
  • The out-of-state students that often end up at WT have shared values and goals, having come from a similar
  • Making our institutions more accessible to them shows that we value
  • ...oil, reduce the nutritional value of crops, and expose
  • Lower unit value, specifically with soy, corn, and cotton, and then lower volume in terms of beef.
Summary: In this meeting of the Committee on Higher Education, various bills were laid out and discussed, with particular emphasis on education and research funding, alongside measures to support Texas's agricultural sector. Notable discussions included House Bill 5339, which aims to establish a program for regenerative agriculture, facilitating long-term research on agricultural practices and aiming to improve soil health and food quality. The committee members engaged in discussions about the implications of such research on local farming communities, stressing the importance of evidence-based practices in addressing modern agricultural challenges. The meeting also included concerns related to the nursing shortage, with House Bill 3032 presented as a measure to identify more clinical training sites for nursing students. Additionally, members touched on issues such as retaining Texas students in state universities, given the rising trends of students leaving for opportunities in other states.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services (Part I) Mar 26th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • The committee substitute allows single properties...
  • marker="1366" data-time="8190">Judy, you've testified before this committee many times, and I certainly value
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to discuss various pieces of legislation, addressing critical issues affecting healthcare and social services in Texas. Notable discussions included Senate Bill 481, which mandates backup power provisions for nursing homes and assisted living facilities to ensure the safety of vulnerable residents during outages, and Senate Bill 596, aimed at improving reporting requirements related to child welfare, enhancing the oversight of removals and placements. The committee also reviewed several other bills aimed at supporting healthcare access and enhancing protections for children under various circumstances.
TX
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  • Legislation reducing the property tax burden on Texans

  • and legislation imposing spending limits on entities authorized to impose property taxes.
Summary: The meeting of the 89th Legislature featured discussions primarily centered around several key bills, including SB648 concerning protections against title theft and deed fraud, SB1253 which addresses impact fees for builders incorporating water conservation measures, and SB2878 related to the administration of the judicial department. The session began with a prayer acknowledging the devastating floods that affected Central Texas, followed by a message from Governor Greg Abbott calling for the special session. Members engaged in robust debates on the importance of the proposed legislations, particularly focusing on community recovery efforts following recent natural disasters. Public testimonies were elicited, highlighting the varied perspectives on the bills under discussion and underscoring the significance of legislative action in response to constituents' needs.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 5th, 2025 at 10:02 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • McLaughlin: Webb County reflects the values of hard work, resilience, and community; its people embody
  • McLaughlin: Webb County reflects the values of hard work, resilience, and community; its people embody
  • Let us honor his memory by committing ourselves to uphold the values
  • Webb County reflects the values of hard work, resilience, and community.
  • Values to their community.
Summary: The meeting featured significant discussions on various resolutions presented by members, including the recognition of different communities and contributions. Notably, H.R. 153 was introduced by Mr. Landgraf to recognize Midland and Odessa Days at the State Capitol, which was highlighted as a crucial economic region within Texas. Several members expressed pride in the accomplishments of their communities, emphasizing their contributions to state growth and development. H.R. 160 commemorated Webb County Day, led by Mr. Raymond, who spoke on the county's role as an international trade hub.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services May 13th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • Currently, HMOs are allowed to enter into value-based or
  • span marker="997" data-time="5976">House Bill 2254 would allow for EPOs and PPOs to enter into these value
  • to reward value-based care.
  • what we call value-based care.
  • particularly your dedication to making our regulation and oversight structure better and one that values
Summary: The committee meeting centered on several significant bills regarding public health and safety, particularly focusing on healthcare access, transparency, and opioid crisis response. Notably, House Bill 4783 sparked considerable discussion as it aims to enhance the state's approach to prevent opioid overdoses by directing the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to prepare biannual reports on opiate antagonist programs. The testimony from public officials like Dallas City Council's Paula Blackman, who spoke passionately about the ongoing fentanyl epidemic, highlighted the urgent necessity of improved access to life-saving medications. In addition, House Bill 1314 drew attention for addressing hospital pricing transparency, attempting to ease financial burdens on patients by mandating accurate upfront estimates for healthcare costs.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) May 15th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • airlines with a passenger transportation permit to store sealed alcoholic beverages either on airport property
  • numbers that we would have to get signatures for in Bastrop County to make everything equal for all property
  • It's just an equal rights, property rights situation.
  • ...group, husband and wife, bought some property and wanted
  • Around 200 of these posts possess a TABC license to help pay for property and other building expenses
Summary: During this meeting, the committee engaged in in-depth discussions on several legislative proposals, focusing primarily on HB201, HB796, and HB2702. A key highlight was the debate on HB2702, where Senator Hinojosa detailed the bill's modifications aimed at supporting VFW posts and their critical services to veterans. The legislation seeks to exempt these posts from certain closure restrictions during emergencies, underlining the necessity of keeping veteran support structures readily available. The committee also heard public testimony, where stakeholders expressed strong support for the bill's potential impact on veteran communities.
US

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hearings to examine certain pending nominations. May 1st, 2025 at 08:30 am

Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel

Transcript Highlights:
  • data-time="2232">What a blessing it is for a man who personally cares deeply about the Air Force core values
  • self, and excellence in all we do, to live with a wife who likewise believes in and embodies those values
  • believe intelligence professionals must be able to separate signals from noise in order to be added value
  • not only told this committee about WPS's operational value
  • interagency partners and see the value that comes from across
Summary: The meeting was primarily focused on discussing nominations for key positions within the Department of Defense, specifically for roles such as the Undersecretary of the Air Force and the Deputy Undersecretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security. Senators expressed urgent concerns about global security threats, the need for robust military readiness, and the emphasis on effective collaboration with NATO allies amidst rising tensions with adversaries such as Russia and China. Several senators highlighted the challenges facing military infrastructure and defense capabilities, suggesting a critical need for improvements and investment in these areas to ensure national security.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Mar 5th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Committee

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  • marker="85" data-time="504"> We also manage state disaster recovery projects, with the total project value
  • advise one of the other agencies, "Hey listen, this is what we're seeing," they take it in at face value
  • The first is the Texas Military Value Revolving Loan Fund...
  • marker="703" data-time="4212"> military missions, or fund infrastructure projects that add military value
  • Our goal is to increase the military value of those installations through funding infrastructure projects
Summary: The meeting of the Homeland Security, Public Safety, and Veterans Affairs Committee fostered extensive discussions primarily focused on the ongoing border security issues. Members of the committee, chaired by Rep. Huffman, emphasized the shifting strategies under the new federal administration and highlighted the successful implementation of SB4, which seeks to curb illegal entry into Texas. Notably, the Attorney General's Office reported a 54% decrease in illegal crossings over the past year, signaling a change in the migration trends impacting Texas, largely due to new state and federal cooperation efforts. Additionally, the committee discussed the development of Operation Lone Star, which is now a statewide initiative aimed at addressing the challenges posed by illegal immigration and crime associated with it.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Feb 24th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • You look in statute and you can only charge a face value
  • That's in rule or statute right now: you can only charge face value.
  • That little issue alone with charging more than face value.
  • face value.
  • Strategic Policy Associate for Texas Values Action.
Summary: The meeting was a crucial session for discussing several important bills including SB992, which aims to establish a clear time frame for the Attorney General's approval on outside legal counsel for state agencies. Senator Nichols presented the bill, emphasizing its necessity for timely responses to ensure efficient legal processing. Another notable discussion centered around SB523, which seeks to allow parole and probation officers to use a business address on their driver's licenses for safety and security purposes. This bill passed favorably out of the committee, with public testimony supporting the need for such provisions due to the risks these officers face.
TX
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  • ...of the Family Protective Services, caseworkers' property
  • department has noted that over 40 instances of theft and more than 120 acts of vandalism of personal property
  • This bill simply allows the department to reimburse its employees for lost or damaged property.
Summary: The meeting of the Health and Human Services Committee covered a variety of bills primarily focused on health care service enhancements and legal protections for employees. A notable discussion surrounded HB50, which aims to integrate HIV testing into routine STD screenings, a topic that received unanimous backing due to its potential to reduce the transmission of the virus. There was also significant dialogue around HB2399, which requires courts to provide detailed findings when making safety determinations regarding children's placements, further ensuring transparency and clarity in decision-making processes. The committee deliberated on various aspects of health care accessibility, particularly regarding individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as legislative measures to protect family services workers from damages caused in the line of duty. The session was characterized by thoughtful engagement from committee members and testimonies from various stakeholders.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Mar 31st, 2025 at 08:03 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • made a calculated decision that these benefits for them and their families are something that they value
  • TMA obviously values individual counseling between a patient
  • ...ethical and spiritual values, correct?
  • I'd like to start off by saying that we highly respect and value every health care practitioner here.
  • And I do believe that this framework can add value to or
Summary: The public health committee meeting convened to discuss a variety of bills aimed at improving health-related policies in Texas. Noteworthy discussions included House Bill 1887, which seeks to enhance access to birth certificates for adult adoptees, and House Bill 754, which mandates medical assistance personnel to complete training on human trafficking. Both bills received positive support from the members present, and there were assurances that the bills would be reported favorably to the full House. Public testimony was also encouraged, allowing stakeholders to voice their opinions on these significant pieces of legislation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs May 7th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The commissioners established values for each of those three legs.
  • ="376" data-time="2250">We may not want to use that tool in the summer, but it could have a lot of value
  • Do you see value in those parts of the bill?

  • Co-location allows us to be a cost-advantaged supplier of electricity and create resiliency value.
  • The Data Center Coalition has strong concerns that this blanket policy provides no probative value for
Bills: SB6, SB11, SB33
Summary: The meeting focused primarily on Senate Bill 6, which aims to address the needs for increased reliability and transparency in Texas's energy infrastructure. There were multiple testimonies from stakeholders representing various sectors, including data centers and electric cooperatives, discussing their support and concerns regarding the bill's impact on interconnection and load management. Key issues raised included improving load forecasts, the adequacy of existing methodologies for cost allocation, and ensuring the reliability of the grid amidst the growing demand from large energy consumers like data centers. The discussion emphasized the need for a balance between fostering economic growth and maintaining grid reliability, amidst concerns about potential uncertainty for businesses due to some provisions in the bill. The committee concluded the meeting while keeping the bill pending for future deliberation.
US

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hearings to examine restoring Boeing's status as a great American manufacturer, focusing on safety first. Apr 2nd, 2025 at 09:00 am

Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're aligning our culture and our institution with the values everyone expects from Boeing: safety,
  • ...starts with the values and behaviors at the top—the leadership
  • people are evaluated, and their annual performance is determined based on how they exhibit those values
  • kind of an export company where we're outselling internationally, creating U.S. jobs, long-term high-value
  • It starts with values and behaviors and how we reward people
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on significant safety concerns surrounding Boeing and its compliance with federal aviation standards. Lawmakers expressed frustration over the Army's failure to provide requested operational transparency regarding helicopter operations near Washington, D.C., amid recent incidents indicating a strained air traffic control situation. Several members called for reform in Boeing's oversight, emphasizing the need for a robust safety culture and mandatory safety management systems to prevent future disasters like the 737 MAX crashes. The discussions were passionate, with survivors and families impacted by past accidents present, highlighting the urgency and seriousness of the issues at hand.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 13th, 2025 at 09:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • data-time="2484">Our confidence arises from our history, from our land, our identity, as a people who value
  • clarity of Your purpose will fill each heart, and that fraternity, common citizenship, and shared values
  • for the positive change that I will always respect and value
Summary: The meeting was marked by a respectful tribute to the late Congressman Sylvester Turner, who was commemorated for his dedication to public service and his impactful legacy within the community. Various members spoke highly of Turner, recalling his commitment to bipartisanship and his ability to connect with individuals from all walks of life. The sentiments expressed by multiple representatives highlighted the need to honor his memory by continuing to work cooperatively across party lines. One member particularly emphasized the importance of diversity, service, and commitment to the community that Turner embodied throughout his career. In addition to the memorial segments, the committee also took action on several bills, including SB20 and HR525. The meeting featured discussions on the implications of these bills, integrating testimonies and clarifications on the proposed legislative actions. Overall, the meeting was well-attended by legislators and community leaders, marking an emotional but significant session that combined reflection with legislative responsibilities.

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