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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

State Affairs (Part I) Aug 4th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're just trying to manage this so it's the most convenient for everyone.
  • Thank you for helping us manage this. We want to hear from everyone.
  • I had to go to the manager because my mom and my wife were in the gym where they work out in a women's
  • But if we were interested in protecting these people, we would focus on real reform on how we manage
  • Managing public funding could pay for the implementation of mental health services, restorative justice
Bills: SB7, SB14
Summary: The meeting focused on two primary bills, SB7 and SB14, which elicited passionate testimony from various stakeholders. Many speakers opposed SB7, arguing it disproportionally impacts transgender individuals under the guise of protecting women's spaces. Testimonies highlighted concerns about safety, privacy, and the potential for increased harassment against vulnerable populations, such as transgender youth. Supporters of the bill asserted it was a necessary measure for women's safety, yet critics emphasized that it would create further harm rather than protection. SB14 also saw substantial discussion regarding its implications for law enforcement record transparency, with some stakeholders supporting the need for confidentiality while others warned of accountability risks.
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  • simplest tasks like eating and bathing become complex procedures requiring multiple caregivers to manage
Summary: The meeting of the committee included extensive discussions regarding the sustainability of health facilities serving vulnerable populations, particularly focusing on reimbursement rates for services provided. The testimony highlighted the challenges faced by providers due to past inadequacies in Medicaid reimbursement methodologies, which have resulted in financial strains on their operations. Members of the committee engaged with the testimonies, seeking clarification on the implications of proposed adjustments to reimbursement rates and the potential impacts on service quality for the most fragile Texans.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Border Security Feb 27th, 2025

Senate Border Security Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We are trying to focus on a managed border.
  • Those types of complaints have really not disappeared, but they are a lot more manageable.
Summary: The meeting of the Border Security Committee was marked by intensive discussions surrounding the ongoing initiatives related to Operation Lone Star. Members shared updates on border security measures, underscoring the significant operational changes resulting from shifts in federal policies. General Salter provided extensive insights into the deployment of state resources, highlighting the 5,000 active personnel engaged in various border control operations. The various strategies employed for enhancing surveillance and interdicting drug smuggling were also covered, emphasizing the importance of strong collaboration between state and federal agencies.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part I) May 8th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm Kelly Holcomb, general manager of the Angelina-Natchez River Authority.
  • It codifies the current practice of having the Board of Managers serve staggered four-year terms, aligning
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee focused on the discussion of several significant bills including HB3526, which aims to improve transparency in local government bond obligations. Advocates from the Texas Taxpayers and Research Association and Texas Public Policy Foundation emphasized the importance of this legislation for making financial information accessible to taxpayers and policy makers. Furthermore, the meeting included deliberations over HB148 and HB762, which seek to enhance the regulatory framework around appraisal district board training and limit executive severance packages in local government, respectively. Public testimonies reflected a range of perspectives, underscoring the complexities surrounding property rights and fiscal responsibility in governance.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Land & Resource Management May 15th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Land & Resource Management Committee

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  • He managed to purchase property in semi-rural Cameron County valued at $65,000 to $70,000, but it took
  • span marker="592" data-time="3546"> The chair moves to adjourn the committee on Land and Resource Management
Bills: SB1708, SB2523, SB1450
Summary: The meeting involved discussions primarily around SB1450, SB2523, and SB1708. The highlight was SB1450, which seeks to streamline the review process for building permits by allowing licensed third-party professionals to conduct inspections. Testimonies from various stakeholders, including local housing advocates and property developers, indicated strong support for the bill, as it addresses the ongoing housing crisis by reducing permitting delays. Concerns were raised about the potential impact on county regulatory authority, emphasizing the need for counties to retain oversight in the review process, especially regarding flood insurance and safety regulations. The committee members showed proactive engagement in addressing amendments to the bill aimed at safeguarding public interests, while also facilitating efficient housing development.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services May 19th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And by the way, leftover money indicates they're doing a pretty good job of managing things because they
  • I believe that was the board of managers.

Bills: SB414, SB621, SB2395
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several key bills impacting public funds, particularly regarding the use of unspent bond proceeds and mandated transparency during bond elections. Notably, Senate Bill 621 was discussed, which seeks to prohibit political subdivisions from establishing public banks, emphasizing core governmental functions and preventing taxpayer exposure to financial risks. Testimonies from various stakeholders highlighted concerns about the appropriateness of using public funds for non-essential projects, which led to vigorous debate amongst committee members. Additionally, Senate Bill 414 was addressed, which requires clear disclosures about estimated interest costs in bond proposals, aiming to enhance voter awareness and accountability.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance May 20th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I've been with State Farm for 30 years, working as an agent, in some agency management, and as an adjuster
  • seeks to implement critical reforms to the Texas Windstorm Association, ensuring its effective management
Bills: SB1642, SB1643, SB2530
Summary: The committee meeting held extensive discussions on multiple pieces of legislation focused primarily on insurance and healthcare. A significant portion of the meeting revolved around SB1643, which proposes changes to how property and casualty insurance rates are regulated in Texas by requiring prior approval from the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) for any rate changes exceeding 10%. Members expressed mixed feelings about this proposal, with concerns that it might lead to increased costs for consumers while discussing the balance between consumer protection and maintaining a competitive insurance market. Witnesses offered testimony both in favor and against the bill, highlighting the importance of thoughtful regulatory frameworks amidst rising insurance costs.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 Apr 22nd, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • As a mother of a high school student, I understand the challenges of managing schedules with varying
  • Tyler Ward, General Manager for Typhoon Texas Water Parks.
  • I am the General Manager of Natural Bridge Caverns and the
  • Do you expect universities and community colleges—how do you expect them to manage the administrative
  • And I manage millions of dollars.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Education Committee was marked by intense discussions surrounding several key pieces of legislation, particularly focusing on SB1798, which seeks to repeal the Texas DREAM Act. Advocates for the bill argued that it is important to restrict state financial aid to individuals unlawfully present in the United States, asserting that taxpayer resources should primarily benefit legal residents. Conversely, numerous witnesses testified against SB1798, emphasizing the economic contributions of Texas DREAMers and the long-standing positive impacts of the existing DREAM Act on Texas communities and workforce. The heated debate highlighted the stark divisions surrounding immigration policies and their implications on education and opportunity for young Texans who have grown up in the state. The meeting concluded with SB1798 left pending, awaiting further consideration, signifying ongoing concerns and unresolved sentiments among committee members.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Insurance Mar 19th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Insurance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We do a lot of things to try to manage cost.
  • work with UnitedHealthcare and then our pharmacy benefit manager
  • like many others, I continue to face unnecessary barriers to accessing the medications I need to manage
Bills: HB138, HB335, HB388
Summary: The House Committee on Insurance convened a meeting focusing on critical legislative objectives aimed at insurance reform. Noteworthy discussions emerged around HB138, which aims to address cost reduction in health insurance and increase transparency in the reporting of private insurance costs. The committee members emphasized the need to identify cost drivers and cut unnecessary regulations while also working on effective methods to deliver insurance benefits efficiently. There were extensive remarks made regarding the implications of insurance mandates on overall costs, bring forth a call for a thorough evaluation and revision of existing mandates that may result in unintended consequences.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Workforce Apr 29th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House S/C on Workforce

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  • 67" data-time="396"> Phil English, and I work for the Texas Municipal League Risk Pool as a claims manager
  • You know, a bad manager, but you can't just fire somebody
  • She was sexually harassed and assaulted by her manager at
Summary: The meeting of the committee included significant discussions centered around various bills, particularly those related to workers' compensation, opportunity youth, and sexual harassment. Representative Patterson spearheaded a discussion on HB2369, a bill aimed at reforming the workers' compensation system for first responders, stressing the need for swift evaluations and treatment to facilitate quicker recovery. Several members voiced their support, citing the bill's importance in ensuring that injured first responders can return to work more efficiently. Public testimony highlighted personal stories that underscored the critical impact of the legislation.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Intergovernmental Affairs Apr 15th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

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  • revenue rate, the voter approval rate, or the natural disaster rates, we have to consider how we manage
  • span marker="943" data-time="5652"> Or inflationary factors; it's just an expense that we have to manage
  • It's a challenging process of trying to manage the city's budget. Thank you.
Summary: The meeting focused on key legislative issues including the submitted bills targeting affordable housing, budget transparency, and fire code enforcement. Notably, discussions around HB4045 involved concerns about local government support and neutrality in tax credit applications, with several stakeholders expressing their views on the barriers faced in securing housing development in high-opportunity areas. Additionally, the committee deliberated on HB5267, which aims to reform the budgeting processes for cities and counties by standardizing formats and limiting expenditures in line with population growth and inflation. Public testimonies offered a range of perspectives on these bills, highlighting the importance of community support in legislative outcomes.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation May 1st, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I've served this industry as a driver, dispatcher, operations manager, terminal manager, and have spent
  • span> Director of Safety to the North American Transportation Management
Summary: The committee meeting focused on discussing multiple bills primarily related to transportation and road safety. Notable discussions included House Bill 5332, proposed by Representative Kerwin, which aimed to limit truck weights to 80,000 pounds on both county roads and interstates, addressing concerns over crumbling infrastructure and accident rates in Johnson County. The bill received support from committee members as they acknowledged the pressing issue of road safety and the need for uniform weight regulations to protect county infrastructure. Additionally, House Bill 4924 and House Bill 4916 were discussed, both of which aimed at improving vehicle titling processes and documentation requirements.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Elections May 15th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Elections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And I'm sorry if you can't manage to...
  • /span> The election are 810 and 100 votes different, and they managed
  • >

    SB505 would give the Secretary unchecked authority to manage

Summary: The meeting of the House Committee on Elections covered several significant bills, particularly focusing on election integrity and voter registration processes. Notable discussions included the challenges posed by election irregularities and the introduction of electronic voter registration aimed at enhancing efficiency and security. Representative Swanson presented SB 505, which would strengthen oversight in election irregularities, while HB 311, discussed in detail, proposed an electronic voter registration system modeled after successful implementations in other states. Both bills sparked robust discussions among committee members and witnesses, highlighting various perspectives on improving electoral processes. The members indicated a shared goal of maintaining transparency and accountability in Texas elections, though differing opinions on specific measures were apparent throughout the meeting. The meeting adjourned with many bills left pending, awaiting further consideration as the committee seeks a consensus.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 Apr 29th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • But if you have any small business, someone has to be a manager and in charge, and the last thing—the
  • can technically overdraw a debit account, but it's important to teach them the limits and how to manage
  • So you're changing the way they can manage the program.
  • public education endowment by increasing financial expertise and legislative input in the fund management
Summary: The meeting focused on several bills related to education, showcasing robust discussions on various legislative measures aimed at enhancing educational frameworks in Texas. Notably, Senate Bill 205 was presented as a refile intended to make fetal development instruction a permanent component of junior high health curricula. The bill garnered support from multiple members as they highlighted its significance in educating students about human development. Public testimony was invited, although no significant opposition was noted during this segment.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Committee on Criminal Justice Mar 25th, 2025 at 08:00 am

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I guess, in a sense, you're asking for extra tools to be able to manage this.
  • Our Justice Involved Program managers are already actively working with their lead trainer, Rachel Reinhart
  • This policy for the management of files has been developed
  • marker="1003" data-time="6012"> One of the policies was personnel files and how those are handled and managed
Summary: The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice convened to deliberate several bills aimed at enhancing the protection of victims in cases of sexual assault and human trafficking. The meeting featured discussions on Senate Bills SB781, SB836, and SB1610, which introduced measures to improve the criminal justice processes related to these serious offenses. Senator King and other members emphasized the necessity of providing law enforcement with the tools needed to combat these crimes while simultaneously safeguarding victims' rights and privacy during trials. Notably, SB836 proposed significant changes that would prevent live streaming of sexual assault trials without consent to protect the dignity of victims, while SB781 sought to standardize the confidentiality of peace officers' personal information to enhance their safety.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services (Part II) May 21st, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • ...credentialed with the numerous managed care organizations
  • marker="472" data-time="2826">So this bill simply amends the Texas government code for the Medicaid managed
  • House Bill 4638 addresses Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs
  • parental rights laws, ARS 601-1 and 601-2, yet DFPS selects and employs caseworkers, therapists, and managers
  • Campbell, Senator Campbell, and a manager suggested that you weren't sure how she...
Summary: The committee meeting featured extensive discussions surrounding various bills, notably focusing on HB3284, which aims to establish a commission to promote marriage and family stability while addressing the needs of vulnerable children in the Texas foster care system. Witnesses provided diverse perspectives, with some expressing support for the bill's goal of strengthening family units, while others raised concerns about the potential discrimination against single-parent households and LGBTQ+ families. Additional highlights included debates on HB1106 regarding the treatment of transgender youth and HB4638, which sought to streamline the state's engagement with developers and capacity builders, addressing concerns over administrative efficiencies and child welfare.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Mar 31st, 2025 at 10:03 am

House Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • promise of care by modernizing outdated policies and making the Fund stronger, fairer, and easier to manage
  • It's locally managed, funded by member and city contributions, and operates independently of the state
Summary: The Committee on Pensions, Investments, and Financial Services convened to discuss various legislative bills focused on enhancing financial security for public employees and addressing instances of financial fraud. Notably, House Bill 3594 was presented by Representative Lujan, aimed at modernizing the San Antonio Fire and Police Retiree Health Care Fund, with support from key stakeholders, indicating broad consensus on the bill's implications. In addition, House Bill 3109 was addressed, expanding the scope of the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center to include payment fraud, reflecting Texas's proactive approach to tackling criminal financial activities and protecting its citizens.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Human Services Mar 18th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • If economics are a significant barrier, while the department retains temporary managing conservatorship
  • The caseworker would be there because they are still... the department still has temporary managing.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on three significant bills: HB1151, HB1155, and HB1041. A notable discussion arose surrounding HB1151, which aims to protect parental rights regarding medical decisions for children, especially in foster care settings. Supporters highlighted concerns about coercive practices by Child Protective Services that could label parents as neglectful for refusing certain medical treatments. Several witnesses testified in favor of the bill, emphasizing the need for parents to retain autonomy over their children's medical care. There was also a compelling narrative shared regarding a family's struggle with the complexities of health decisions under CPS supervision, further underscoring the importance of this legislation. The committee also reviewed HB1155, aimed at providing temporary financial assistance to economically disadvantaged families who have completed their service plans for the reunification of children removed by the Department of Family and Protective Services. The sentiment in favor of this bill echoed the challenges faced by families trying to navigate the system while meeting their basic needs. Furthermore, HB1041 was discussed, which seeks to prevent non-family caregivers from being named beneficiaries on life insurance policies of individuals under their care, highlighting a moral obligation to protect vulnerable populations.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • DFPS to pay for out-of-network services and limits the rights of parents of children in temporary management
Summary: The meeting of the Senate committee was marked by the unanimous passage of multiple bills, including SB596, SB1151, and SB1318, which were all recommended for the local and uncontested calendar without any objections. The committee engaged in detailed discussions on SB855, where a committee substitute was presented to clarify court authority related to out-of-network services and establish parameters for foster parent enrollment in health plans. Additionally, the committee discussed SB1233, where changes were made to clarify medical terminologies and regulations pertaining to facilities providing care for life-threatening conditions.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Apr 7th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • There's some great science on it for managing weight loss and diabetes. I just saw one.
  • Okay, how do other states manage that, or how do

  • These are not mild or manageable substances.

  • I started using hemp and THC products to manage my pain
  • I am the government relations and compliance manager for CBD Kratom.
Bills: HB28, SB3
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on discussions surrounding HB28, which aims to regulate the hemp market in Texas following the 2018 Farm Bill. The committee heard testimonies from stakeholders including industry advocates and law enforcement representatives. Notably, there were opposing views on the efficacy and safety of the proposed regulations, particularly concerning the potential impact on children and the risks associated with unregulated THC products. Many witnesses emphasized the need for a balanced approach to ensure consumer safety while allowing responsible adult access to THC products.

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