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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Energy Resources Mar 17th, 2025 at 11:00 am

House Energy Resources Committee

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There is some state law that basically governs this today.
But certainly, we're here collaboratively to try to make the best laws we can.
They have to call, by law, 811, correct?
So they, complying with the law, they call 811, but...
So, by them following the law, and they do damage to one of your lines...

Bills: HB206, HB1285, HB1335, HJR107

Keywords: pipeline, construction, cash bond, county authority, local government, education, funding, school district, teacher support, classroom resources, underground facility, safety, excavation, regulations, utility operators, underground facilities, construction safety, excavation, utilities, marker regulations

Summary: The meeting focused on various legislative discussions, prominently featuring HB1285 and HJR107, which aimed to address significant issues around energy production and damage prevention. Key discussions involved providing the Railroad Commission with additional tools for inspection and responding to incidents, as articulated by proponents emphasizing the benefits for public safety and efficiency. Members voiced their concerns about balancing energy production with environmental protection, highlighting the ongoing tension between economic development and ecological sustainability. Testimonies from industry experts and environmental advocates framed the debate, with strong support for maintaining Texas's status as a leader in energy while ensuring public health is not compromised. Throughout the meeting, several members expressed their intent to refine policies surrounding utility damage prevention and excavation standards, as current laws have reportedly not evolved to address modern challenges. There was a clear acknowledgment of the technological advancements that necessitate an update to existing regulations. The atmosphere was charged with a mix of optimism for proactive legislation and apprehension regarding potential impacts of energy-related developments. As discussions drew to a close, there was a commitment to revisit these topics in future sessions to ensure thorough consideration of both industry and community perspectives.

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Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

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

House Public Health Committee

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But the requirement to have law enforcement continue to investigate.
a law or that gets in the camps, whatever that is.
How to draft a law that includes them.
it, and it will say all that under your law.
Because this law only says that they have to be provided information.

Bills: HB265, HB25

Keywords: youth camps, safety regulations, advisory committee, criminal background checks, health and safety, ivermectin, pharmacists, healthcare, statewide order, dispensing, medical protocols, liability, youth camp safety, HB265, public health, safety regulations, child welfare, oversight reform, public testimony, emotional impact

Summary: In this meeting of the Public Health Committee, the primary focus was on youth camp safety and legislation designed to address serious regulatory gaps. Representative Hull presented HB265, which aims to reform the oversight of youth camps to ensure better safety protocols and stricter regulations. The emotional testimony from families affected by past incidents highlighted the urgent need for change and accountability in camp operations. Representatives discussed necessary amendments to the bill, emphasizing the inclusion of child safety experts on the advisory committee and proposing measures to improve the enforcement of safety standards.

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health Apr 3rd, 2025 at 08:00 am

House S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health

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to perform health care, waiting on laws.
We have changed the law recently, really, within the last two years.
It says, "notwithstanding any other law." So I just want to make sure this isn't a...
I think what we didn't want to do, the reason it says "notwithstanding any other laws," is we didn't
But the reason I said "notwithstanding any other law" in this bill is because I wanted to ensure that

Bills: HB514, HB1652, HB2117, HB2298, HB3269, HB46

Keywords: education, funding, school district, students, budget, resources, equity, maternal mortality, health policy, healthcare access, perinatal care, pregnancy-related deaths, artificial intelligence, cancer detection, grant program, healthcare facilities, medical imaging, low-THC cannabis, dispensing organization, Texas Compassionate-Use Program

Summary: During this meeting, the committee engaged in extensive discussions regarding various bills aimed at improving public health and welfare, including chronic kidney disease resources and statewide health literacy initiatives. Chair Guillen presented House Bill 3269, which proposes the creation of a centralized resource center for chronic kidney disease that is tailored to help patients and healthcare providers with information and resources, garnering robust support from the committee. Additionally, House Bill 1295 was discussed, focusing on enhancing statewide health literacy with a long-range coordination plan from the Department of State Health Services, which was also received favorably by committee members.

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Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Public Education Aug 21st, 2025 at 08:08 am

House Public Education Committee

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but would be prohibited under the new state law.
My understanding state law...
Do that by state law, right?
With the redesign that was triggered from a law that
If we have a finding, a fact that there's a violation of school law in the state, then we take action

Bills: HB8

Keywords: House Bill 8, public school accountability, STAAR test repeal, educational assessments, student progress, teacher involvement, community feedback, accountability measures, education reform

Summary: The meeting primarily focused on House Bill 8, which seeks to reform the public school accountability and assessment system in Texas. Key discussions included the repeal of the STAAR test and its replacement with a series of shorter assessments throughout the school year, aimed at reducing the high-stakes nature of a single day test. Educators and advocates provided testimony on the need for assessments that better reflect student progress while ensuring accountability measures are fair and based on diverse community needs. Members raised concerns about the implementation timeline and the necessity of teacher involvement in the development of assessment items to enhance trust in the system. Overall, the atmosphere was collaborative, with many participants eager to improve educational outcomes for Texas students.

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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Jul 30th, 2025 at 09:07 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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relating to the duty of the Attorney General to prosecute criminal offenses prescribed by the election laws
>Select HB14 by Hefner, relating to certain files maintained by a law
specifying the authority of the Attorney General to prosecute criminal offenses prescribed by the election laws

Keywords: congressional redistricting, hemp regulation, public safety, environmental conservation, legislative discussions

Summary: During the meeting, the committee addressed several key pieces of legislation, including discussions about HB4, which pertains to the congressional redistricting process, and HB5, focusing on the regulation of hemp products. Other bills, such as HB11 and HB13, were also introduced, with members expressing varying levels of support and concerns regarding their implications. Public testimony was not featured heavily during this session, but the members engaged in thorough discussions about the potential impacts of the proposed bills, especially in terms of public safety and environmental concerns. The session concluded with the committee preparing to reconvene later in the day to continue their deliberations.

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Juvenile Justice Apr 3rd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House S/C on Juvenile Justice

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In 2015, when we passed the bill to undo the many decades of operating under this prior truancy law.
157" data-time="936"> ...show empirically, through data, that having these programs, tough truancy laws
see a lot is that something really bad happens somewhere, and then somebody wants to pass a criminal law
Well, I'm telling you, I've been practicing criminal law
...court at law.

Bills: HB2947, HB3276, HB3513

Keywords: truancy, school attendance, parent responsibility, education code, community service, criminal record nondisclosure, juvenile board, Moore County, appointments, juvenile justice, county legislation, Juvenile Justice, HB1988, HB3276, personal identifiable information, accountability in juvenile system

Summary: The Subcommittee on Juvenile Justice convened a meeting where they voted on several bills, notably HB1988, which allows the Texas Juvenile Justice Department to disclose personally identifiable information about former juvenile offenders with their consent. The motion to advance HB1988 passed with a four to one vote. The committee also discussed HB3276, aimed at holding individuals working with juveniles accountable for misconduct, which received considerable support from the committee members. The discourse highlighted the importance of protective measures for the juvenile justice system, ensuring that any individuals found unfit to serve would be effectively barred from such roles.

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 May 27th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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I would like to discuss House Bill 5381, which is Rocky's Law, and this updates the interstate.
Rocky's Law stands for Reach Out to Compact Kids and Youth. We want it to be on every Texas school.
Under current law, school districts are required to purchase attendance credits under Chapter 49 of the
As a result of this bill becoming law, you said there'd be a 4% reduction?
"1368"> ...early payment incentives that exist in state law

Bills: HB123, HB5606, HB549, HB2757, HB4359, HB5381, HB1939

Keywords: sick leave, public education, employee benefits, school district policy, retirement, school health, respiratory distress, airway clearance devices, medication training, public health, education policy, foreign military, admission age, Texas schools, military families, education funding, school district, attendance credit, financial incentive, public school finance

Summary: In this committee meeting, various educational bills were discussed, reflecting significant attention on improving public schooling. Notably, the discussion on HB123 focused on foundational literacy and numeracy for public school students, which received widespread support from multiple testimonies emphasizing the need for early intervention in education. Stakeholders highlighted the importance of investing in teacher training to effectively teach critical subjects like math. Additionally, HB1939, aimed at providing financial incentives for school districts to pay recapture payments early, generated a robust discourse around fiscal responsibility and budgeting in education funding. The meeting concluded with all bills being favorably reported to the full Senate for further review.

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

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Under the current law, an agency has 10 business days from receiving...
We don't have to ask the Open Records Division if they apply, which is the law now.
And as the law has been amended, we have complicated exceptions.
In residential, commercial, and farm and ranch law.
Of the Texas A&M Law School, Thomas Mitchell.

Bills: SB231, SB584, SB600, SB668, SB841, SB986, SB1003, SB1244, SB1625, SB1960, SB1963, SB1964, SB2026, SB2056, SB2368

Keywords: heirs' property, cotenants, partition action, right of first refusal, real property, public information, government transparency, bad faith requests, expedited response, attorney general authority, open records, renewable energy, distributed generation, compensation, ERCOT, electricity generation, renewable energy, distributed generation, compensation, ERCOT

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

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

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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span> ...would be that the language be changed to reflect current law
Senator Kolkhorst for her leadership in securing Thriving Texas Families as a permanent part of the law
However, they have very limited protection under the law today, and Senator Perry is trying...
It is deeply discriminatory, unconstitutional, and at odds with state and federal law.
Governance not to compete, and a large body of case law

Bills: SB397, SB481, SB596, SB760, SB855, SB1195, SB1196, SB1233, SB1257, SB1318, SB1368, SB1388, SB1398, SB1524, SB1558, SB1589, SB1677, SB1792, SB2034

Keywords: data privacy, consumer rights, technology, business regulation, cybersecurity, emergency preparedness, nursing facilities, assisted living, resident safety, power outage, voting by mail, assisted living, nursing facilities, legal guardian, electoral process, foster care, medical consent, out-of-network, healthcare access, Medicaid

Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Health and Human Services addressed several significant pieces of legislation focused primarily on health and welfare issues in Texas. One of the central topics was SB1233, which aims to provide perinatal palliative care information to families receiving diagnoses of life-threatening conditions. Testimonies highlighted the importance of immediate access to support resources, as speakers shared personal experiences illustrating the emotional and medical implications of these diagnoses. Additionally, SB1368 was discussed, focusing on emergency preparedness within assisted living and nursing facilities, emphasizing the need for actionable contingency plans to protect vulnerable residents during power outages and emergencies. The committee explored how to ensure compliance with new standards while considering the realities faced by these facilities, especially in determining the appropriate levels of emergency power backup requirements.

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House Land & Resource Management Committee

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Under current law, when a municipality acts to disannex
A major issue exists in current law in that it does not
The bill amends the current law to allow local municipalities and zoning commissions to electronically
State law ties other bond issues to procedural or financial
When you do a MUD, let's say in a county, the county can't require you to do it under current law.

But there's still a lot for law enforcement to access the necessary
Current law only allows for misdemeanor theft, prostitution
Current Texas law recognizes this injustice by allowing
Moreover, the current law creates confusion about judicial responsibilities.
and approved by the CJAC, the agency responsible for ensuring the budgets and plans comply with state law

Bills: SB663, SB958

Keywords: community supervision, budget approval, corrections department, strategic plan, judicial oversight, human trafficking, criminal records, sealed offenses, community supervision, legislative testimony, committee proceedings

Summary: During this committee meeting, significant discussions surrounded various bills including HB1969, SB958, and SB663. Representative Allen moved that HB1969 be reported favorably without amendments, which was adopted amidst a few dissenting votes concerning amendments on fees. The most notable conversation revolved around SB958, where Representative Thompson and other advocates passionately presented the case for trafficking survivors and the need to expand the list of sealable misdemeanors for these individuals. Witness testimonies reflected real-world implications, with survivors sharing their experiences to underscore the urgent need for legislative action.

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Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Elections Aug 25th, 2025 at 11:08 am

House Elections Committee

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recognizes that quorums will happen, and that's why there are provisions to address quorums, such as using law
Using civil arrest and law enforcement to compel members to
Under your bill, if it was to become law, what will the limits be for fundraising during a quorum break
Because during the legislative session, this is just for members of the Legislature that are breaking the law
Do you think that this law is closing a loophole?

Bills: HB18

Keywords: political contributions, legislature, civil penalty, quorum-breaking, Texas Ethics Commission, HB18, quorum break, financial benefit, legislative integrity, constituent concerns, penalties, fundraising, Texas legislature

Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on the discussions surrounding HB18, which aims to prevent legislators from financially benefiting when they break quorum. Chairman Shaheen emphasized that this bill addresses the integrity of the Texas legislature and responds to constituent concerns about lawmakers being absent and raising funds simultaneously. Throughout the meeting, members discussed the implications of enforcing penalties for breaking quorum and the balance between legislative strategy and financial transparency. Various representatives expressed their views, with some supporting the bill for enhancing accountability, while others argued that it imposes unfair restrictions on a constitutional tactic historically used by minority factions.

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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Senate Special Committee on Congressional Redistricting Jul 29th, 2025

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And frankly, if you read history, it was not the Republicans that passed and enacted the Jim Crow laws
It was the Republicans that enacted the Jim Crow laws.
No, we're not a party; we're a law firm.
And yet, here we are again, fighting to protect fair and lawful representation.
at the University of North Texas Dallas College of Law.

Keywords: congressional redistricting, gerrymandering, public testimony, transparency, community involvement, minority representation

Summary: The committee meeting addressed the contentious issue of congressional redistricting, following concerns about the legality and fairness of past maps that allegedly disenfranchised minority voters. The testimony predominantly rejected the notion of conducting mid-decade redistricting, with multiple witnesses arguing against the initiative citing lack of legal justification and the risk of exacerbating racial gerrymandering. Prominent discussions included calls for more transparency in the redistricting process, with several members expressing the need for public engagement through field hearings and meaningful opportunities to review and comment on proposed maps. Senator King and other members led discussions emphasizing the significance of community involvement in shaping equitable congressional districts that reflect Texas' demographics.

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Higher Education May 6th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Higher Education Committee

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My comments are based on 10 years of experience as a professor of law at the University of Houston Law
But now, if SB37 becomes law, then I will regret my decision to return.
But we've seen how vague laws like this are implemented, as seen in SB17.
By extension, I did not end up applying to Texas law schools due in no small...
I wanted to say good luck at Stanford Law School.

Bills: HB2476, HB2893, HB4848, HB5062, SB37, SB60, HB2860, HB4930, SB646

Keywords: living expenses, higher education, student support, homeless students, financial aid, grant program, baccalaureate degrees, higher education, junior colleges, workforce development, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, competency-based education, baccalaureate degree, higher education, cost of attendance, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, dual credit, computer science, higher education, course credit

Summary: The committee meeting focused on heated discussions surrounding SB37 and HB4848, with numerous testimonies given by concerned citizens, educators, and students. Advocates for SB37 emphasized the need for educational reform, arguing that current higher education standards are overly influenced by political ideologies and do not adequately prepare students for the workforce. Opponents voiced strong concerns about the bill's potential to undermine academic freedom and lead to the removal of essential courses from the curriculum, which would diminish the quality of education in Texas. The meeting highlighted a clear divide on the future of educational policies and governance in universities, reflecting broader social and political tensions.

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Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hearings to examine interdicting illicit drug trafficking, focusing on a view from the front lines. Feb 26th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

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and the rest of our witnesses about what law enforcement
largest coordinated drug trafficking bust in Seattle: 600 officers from 10 different states, local law
In January of 2023, law enforcement also conducted a bust at Sea-Tac, discovering
So we must give law enforcement more tools to attack these transportation networks and stop the flow

Keywords: Coast Guard, maritime drug enforcement, illegal drugs, fentanyl crisis, legislative reforms, public testimony

Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation addressed critical issues surrounding maritime drug enforcement and the Coast Guard's role in stopping the influx of illegal drugs. The chairman highlighted the alarming consequences of current policies allowing drugs to cross borders, emphasizing the need for legislative reforms, such as the Coast Guard Reauthorization Act of 2025. There was an intense discussion regarding the operational challenges faced by the Coast Guard, which has recently made significant drug seizures, indicating progress but also revealing gaps that need addressing. Several witnesses, including victims of the drug crisis, shared their compelling testimonies, which underscored the urgency for stricter controls and comprehensive support for law enforcement agencies involved in drug interdiction efforts.

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