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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government Apr 29th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator West moves that Senate Bill...

  • Senator Middleton moves that House Bill 22...

  • Moved on affordable housing?

  • I move for the adoption of the commission.

  • Senator Paxton moves that HB 1392 be recommended for the local and uncontested calendar.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government focused on evaluating a series of bills crucial to local governance and housing development. A notable highlight was the advancement of various bills, including SB2250 and SB375, both of which received unanimous support from committee members. Additionally, SB867 was passed with the introduction of a committee substitute, demonstrating the committee's willingness to adapt and negotiate terms to ensure suitable legislation. The members voiced their opinions on the importance of these bills in addressing housing and community development needs while ensuring efficient use of resources.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Senate Session Aug 12th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I move final passage.
  • Move to higher ground."
  • So I move for adoption.
  • I move final passage. Members, Senator Zaffirini moves final passage of SB43.
  • President, I move final passage. Senator Hughes moves final passage of Senate Bill 16.
Bills: SB8, SB4, SB43, SB1, SB2, SB13, SB6, SB10, SB16, SB14, SB3
Summary: The meeting of the legislative committee prominently featured discussions surrounding several critical bills, including SB1, which addresses natural disasters and emergency preparedness in Texas. Senator Perry presented detailed amendments focusing on enhancing the state's response capabilities to flooding, which included the establishment of better training protocols for first responders and the development of a statewide flood monitoring system. Public testimony was actively solicited, with multiple witnesses providing input regarding the implications of SB1, highlighting the need for comprehensive disaster management strategies following recent floods that impacted the community severely. Additionally, considerable dialogue took place around SB6, relating to abortion-related civil liabilities, where senators debated the bill's implications on women's health and wellness in Texas, leading to contentious voting results and reflections on the bill's social impact.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Senate Session (Part II) Aug 18th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • So moved, Mr. President.
  • With that, I move adoption.
  • President, I move suspension.
  • I move final passage.
  • So let's move on.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on flood response and preparedness legislation in the wake of recent natural disasters. Key discussions revolved around Senate Bills 2, 3, and 5, which are aimed at improving disaster management and enhancing public safety through the installation of outdoor warning sirens in flood-prone areas. Senator Bettencourt and Senator Huffman led significant discourse on these bills, emphasizing the urgent need for robust funding and systems to protect communities. The meeting was marked by unanimous support for the bills, showcasing a collective commitment to implementing effective disaster response strategies.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Paxson moves that.

  • Senator Bettencourt moves that House Bill 2598.

  • Members, Senator Parker moves adoption of the committee substitute for House Bill 127.
  • Senator Bettencourt moves that House Bill 4361 be certified for the local calendar.
  • it do not pass the committee substitute, and then move that it do pass and be printed.
Summary: In this meeting of the Senate Committee on Education K-16, significant discussions were held regarding a variety of educational bills. Notable among these was the discussion on HB4, which focuses on public school accountability and the implementation of an instructional assessment program. The committee substitute proposed for HB4 was passed with a majority vote, reflecting a commitment to enhancing educational standards. Additionally, HB4687 was favorably reported, aiming to address immunity and liability laws pertaining to charter schools. Members actively debated the merits of each bill, reflecting diverse viewpoints and concerns, particularly around educational policies and their impacts on school governance and accountability. Further deliberation led to the reporting of several other bills, including HB2598, which pertains to licensing requirements for school psychologists, and HB3629, which aims to prohibit sex offenders from serving on school boards. Each of these bills was discussed thoroughly, with motions made to certify them for conditional calendars, moving them forward in the legislative process. The meeting showcased robust participation from committee members, indicating a proactive approach to shaping the future of education policy in the state.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. Apr 24th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • It moves that Senate Bill 2041 do pass and be printed.
  • Senator Perry moves.

  • Senator Perry moves the committee...

  • Senator Perry moves that Senate Bill 1141...

  • Senator Perry moves that...

Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to discuss several bills, primarily focused on healthcare reforms. Notably, Senator Perry played a significant role in advocating for various bills, including SB2306 and SB672, which were both favorably reported with unanimous support. The committee adopted committee substitutes for these bills, emphasizing the need for clearer regulations and accountability within the healthcare sector. Additionally, the meeting highlighted the importance of ensuring that harmful practices within the industry are effectively addressed.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Economic DevelopmentAudio only. May 13th, 2025

Senate Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Sparks moves.

  • Sparks moves that House Bill 1950 be recommended for the lower uncontested calendar.
  • Sparks moves that House Bill 2798 be recommended for the local and uncontested calendars.
  • Senator Schwertner moves that House Bill...

  • Senator Sparks moves that HCR 90...
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Economic Development Committee included significant discussions around several bills, notably House Bill 4187, Senate Bill 2603, and Senate Bill 2607, all of which received favorable votes for progression to the full Senate. Senator Sparks played a prominent role, advocating for the adoption of committee substitutes for several bills and successfully moving them for favorable recommendations. There was a clear focus on ensuring legislative items were being addressed efficiently, as evidenced by the discussions on local and uncontested calendars to streamline processes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session (Part III) Mar 19th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • And I move final passage.
  • And I move final passage.
  • I move final passage.
  • So moved, Mr. President.
  • And I move final passage.
Summary: During this session of the Senate, the primary focus was on Senate Bill 10, which mandates the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms. The bill instigated a heated debate among members. Senator Menendez led the opposition, arguing that the law would infringe upon the diverse religious rights of Texas students by promoting a singular faith perspective, thereby disregarding the multi-faith background of the state. His statements emphasized the need to respect all beliefs and parental rights regarding spiritual education for their children. The session saw a sizable attendance, reflecting broad interest in the implications of such legislation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part II) May 8th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Paxton moves to adopt the committee substitute

  • We're going to move on to the next one.

  • Okay, we will not move the sunset bill, because there are four of us, and we will take it.
  • Senator Paxton moves that House Bill.
  • Senator Paxton moves that House Bill 554 be.
Summary: The meeting of the local government committee was focused on the review and voting of several bills, including House Bills 1593, 2607, 3526, 3810, 5092, and Senate Bills 1944 and 2215. Chairman Betancourt and members engaged in discussions about the implications of each bill, with notable mentions such as HB3810 regarding the dissolution of governmental structures in Rose City and SB1944 aimed at adjusting housing tax credit allocations in high-opportunity areas. The committee exhibited a collaborative atmosphere, with various senators supporting the motion to pass bills without objection, showcasing effective legislative process.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

JurisprudenceAudio only. Apr 28th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator, I move that SB66 be reported favorably to the

  • Senator Creighton moves that we adopt the substitute.
  • Senator Creighton moves that Senate Bill 2165 as...

  • Senator, I move that we adopt the substitute.

  • Senator Creighton moves that we adopt the committee substitute.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on significant legislative proposals, with several bills being advanced to the full Senate for further consideration. Notable discussions included SB2903 which was reported favorably after being substituted, as well as SB629 regarding child support interest accrual. The proceedings saw efficient decision-making, with motions passing unanimously and no objections raised for most bills. The atmosphere was collaborative, suggesting a productive day in the committee's efforts to address various legal and social issues.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Jurisprudence (Part II)Audio only. May 14th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Johnson moves that House Bill 1734 be reported

  • Senator Hinojosa moves the bill be recommended for the

  • Senator Johnson moves that Senate Bill 1538, as substituted,
  • Senator Johnson moves the bill be recommended for local

  • Senator Johnson moves the bill be recommended for the

Summary: The Senate Committee on Jurisprudence convened to discuss a series of bills concerning various legal topics, notably the rights of custodial parents, barratry, and civil liabilities. Throughout the meeting, each bill was presented by committee members, who moved for favorable recommendations to the full Senate. Among the bills discussed, HB2495 addressed the rights of the sole managing conservator in relation to school enrollment, and HB2733 focused on barratry and solicitation of employment. All bills discussed received unanimous support, reflecting a cooperative atmosphere among committee members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Jan 27th, 2025 at 04:01 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I move for adoption.
  • I move for adoption.
  • I move adoption.

    **Speaker**: All right.

  • I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider House Resolution No. 114.
  • I move for adoption.
Summary: The meeting was primarily focused on legislative business, highlighting several resolutions and bills for discussion and voting. Notable discussions included HCR 54, which authorizes the legislature to adjourn for more than three days, a matter that was adopted with a significant majority. Furthermore, HR 114 was presented to commemorate January 27th as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, brought forward by Representative Rosenthal, who shared personal insights into his family's heritage and emphasized the importance of remembrance and combating anti-Semitism.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. May 15th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Cook moves that House Bill 107 do pass and be printed

  • Senator Blanco moves that House Bill 694 do pass and be

  • Senator Blanco moves that House Bill 923 do pass and

  • Senator Perry moves that House Bill 1639 do pass and

  • Senator Perry moves that House Bill 1700 do pass and

Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to review various House Bills, with significant discussions surrounding HB107, HB694, and HB1639. Each bill was moved for passage with unanimous support, highlighting strong consensus among committee members. The meeting was efficiently conducted, with motions by Senator Perry frequently leading to favorable votes on multiple bills, including HB1700 and HB2187. The committee also recommended several bills for inclusion in the local and uncontested calendar, reflecting the legislative body’s focus on streamlined governance and procedural efficiency.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State AffairsAudio only. May 13th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Zaffirini moves that House Bill 793 be reported

  • Hearing none, it is so moved.

    Ordered.

  • Yes, Senator Hughes moves that we adopt the substitute. Is there any objection?
  • Senator Hughes moves that we report it favorably to the whole Senate.
  • Senator Hughes moves that we adopt the substitute.
Summary: The meeting of the committee involved discussions on several key pieces of legislation, including House Bill 130, which aims to safeguard sensitive genetic information from adversarial use. Senator Hughes presented a committee substitute to enhance the bill's effectiveness by introducing an exemption for anonymous medical testing trials, garnering unanimous support from the committee. Other significant bills included House Bill 2259, concerning the instructions for early voting ballot applications, and Senate Bill 835, which prohibits nondisclosure agreements in cases of childhood sexual assaults and was also passed unanimously, reflecting broader support for survivor rights.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • That's it, get moving.

  • Senator Cook moves that Senate Bill 1079 be reported to

  • Moves that Senate Bill 1079 be submitted to the local.
  • Move.
  • Senator Paxton moves that Senate Bill 1883 be...

Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government revolved around the discussion and voting on several significant bills. Notably, Senate Bill 1079 was reported to the full Senate with a unanimous recommendation for passage, followed by an equally successful vote for Senate Bill 1243. Discussions included procedural details and recommendations for local calendars, showcasing a disciplined approach to legislative processes. The committee also reviewed Senate Bill 1504, which was similarly passed and referred to local and contested calendars. Throughout the meeting, senators engaged in structured dialogue, ensuring all voices were heard during roll calls and motions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Apr 25th, 2025 at 09:04 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I move passage.
  • I move passage.
  • I move passage.
  • I move passage.
  • I move passage.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on reviewing multiple pieces of legislation, with significant discussions around education and public safety. Members debated the implications of HB2249, which aims to establish a Teacher Recruitment and Retention Program. The bill saw mixed support, leading to a close vote of 81 ayes and 45 nays before being passed. Another notable bill, HB1507, was introduced to extend tuition exemptions for volunteer firefighters, emphasizing the importance of support for emergency services personnel. It passed unanimously, showcasing wide bipartisan agreement on the issue. Overall, the atmosphere was engaged, with committee members actively participating in discussions and sharing insights on the implications of the legislation before them.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Education Apr 22nd, 2025 at 11:04 am

House Public Education Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair moves that Senate Bill 314 be considered.

  • The chair moves that House Bill 1178, without amendment

  • The chair moves that House Bill 1773, without amendment, be reported favorably to the full House.
  • The chair moves that House Bill 2243, as substituted, be reported favorably.
  • The chair moves to reconsider the vote by which the substitute was adopted. Is there objection?
Summary: The committee meeting focused on multiple bills pertaining to educational reforms and initiatives. Notable discussions included the passage of HB824, which aims to expand civics education in Texas high schools, emphasizing the importance of understanding government functions and participation in democracy. The bill received unanimous support from the committee members, reflecting broad consensus on the need for enhanced civic education. Similarly, HB1581 and HB1579 were discussed, aiming to improve bilingual education and establish a state seal of bilingualism and biliteracy for high school students, respectively, thereby emphasizing the educational framework's inclusivity and quality enhancement.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Veteran Affairs (Part II)Audio only. May 15th, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Parker now moves that House Bill 39 does not pass

  • Senator Parker moves that the Committee Substitute House

  • Senator Menéndez moves adoption of the committee substitute
  • Senator Parker moves that House Bill 1875 be reported

  • Senator Parker moves that House Bill 1894 be reported

Summary: The Senate Veteran Affairs Committee convened to discuss several key bills, primarily focusing on HB39, HB114, HB1875, and HB1965. Notably, Senator Parker presented a committee substitute for HB39, addressing concerns raised by state agencies to ensure better information accuracy and extending report deadlines to December 1st. The committee members unanimously adopted this substitute and recommended its passage. Further discussions included amendments and swift votes on multiple bills, with HB114 following suit with a similar committee substitute process, which was also passed without objection.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. May 5th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Let's see, Senator Sparks now moves that House Bill 26

  • Senator Perry moves that Senate Bill 1986 do pass and be printed.
  • Senator Perry moves that Senate Bill 2311 do pass and be printed.
  • Senator Perry moves that Senate Bill 466 do not pass but the substitute be adopted.
  • Senator Cook moves that House Bill 136 do pass and be printed. The clerk will please call the roll.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services meeting featured extensive discussions surrounding several bills pertaining to health services and child protection. Notably, House Bill 109, aimed at establishing therapeutic residential treatment placements for children, was presented along with a committee substitute that included a provision for pass-through grants to build mental health facilities. The bill passed unanimously and was recommended for the local and contested calendar without any objections. Furthermore, House Bill 140 saw significant amendments to sharpen its focus on child protective services, receiving unanimous support as well.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Jurisprudence (Part II)Audio only. Apr 9th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Creighton moves that we adopt the substitute.

  • Senator Creighton moves that the bill be certified for

  • Senator Creighton moves that we adopt the committee substitute
  • Senator Hinojosa moves that Senate Bill 1335 be reported

  • Senator Hughes moves that we adopt the substitute.

Summary: The Committee on Jurisprudence convened to discuss multiple pending bills aimed at improving various aspects of legal and property matters. Notably, several bills were reported favorably to the full Senate with unanimous support, including SB1335, which addresses issues involving decedents' affairs, and SB1734, focusing on property title documentation. Senator Zaffirini and Senator Johnson were instrumental in moving these bills forward, ensuring the committee maintained a swift pace in considering legislation. Furthermore, the chair highlighted the importance of guardianship for incapacitated persons in upcoming discussions around SB1760, indicating a commitment to addressing vulnerable populations in legislative changes.

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