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  • in the workplace, the security of sensitive data, the payment of foreign assistance, and operating funds
  • To establish agencies and determine how funds should be spent
  • It made it impossible for them to fund the Houthis, Hezbollah
  • That prevented them from funding groups like Hamas.
  • We do not fund them.
Summary: The committee meeting was focused on various key issues, including the implications of recent violence in the Middle East and U.S. foreign policy in relation to Israel and Panama. Members discussed the need for diplomatic efforts between the U.S. and Israeli officials following the recent attack by Hamas. Governor Huckabee emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong U.S.-Israel relationship and reiterated the need for accountability for terrorist organizations involved in violent acts against civilians. Senators shared their concerns regarding the ramifications of U.S. actions in Panama and the presence of Chinese influence, highlighting the significance of the Panama Canal in terms of trade and security.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 19th, 2025 at 10:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • You know, Texas is one of the lowest funding total states.
  • 130 to facilitate non-toll transportation projects, referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation Funding
  • 2878 by Gean, relating to the use of revenue from tax increment financing for certain tax increment funds
  • For the Committee on Appropriations, H.B. 2940 by Johnson relates to certain provisions regarding funding
  • For the Subcommittee on Transportation Funding, H.B

Summary: The meeting involved robust discussions among committee members about various bills, notably those concerning criminal justice reforms and public health matters. Significant focus was placed on speaker bills such as HB2792, which addressed a proposed moratorium on capital punishment, and HB2813, aiming to enhance notifications to victims regarding scheduled court proceedings. Additionally, notable debates unfolded around bills aimed at improving access to health care services and environmental regulations.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Energy Resources Apr 14th, 2025 at 02:04 pm

House Energy Resources Committee

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  • Suspended funds.
  • marker="589" data-time="3528"> I suppose it depends on what the interest rate the county puts on those funds
  • the impression that there's only any interest to pay in the event that notice is provided and that funds
  • Withheld funds that were rightfully due should have been
  • So those kinds of individuals do not have the funds or the wherewithal to seek legal representation to
Summary: The committee meeting centered around the discussion of several bills, primarily focusing on environmental and transparency issues related to oil and gas operations. Notably, a bill introduced by Representative Rosenthal (HB5105) aimed to enhance transparency for royalty owners concerning suspension of payments, requiring operators to notify them of any reasons for such suspensions. During the meeting, multiple witnesses testified, emphasizing the necessity of protecting landowners' rights and ensuring responsible management of hazardous waste from oil operations. Additionally, the committee heard about HB4572, which aimed to require landowner consent before the burial of waste on their properties, highlighting the importance of land and groundwater protection amidst growing concerns of contamination from reserve pits used in the oil and gas industry.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

State Affairs Aug 15th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • is again going to strip funding from publicly funded institutions
  • You're all funded by West Texas billionaires anyway.
  • They should be able to talk to their doctor or go to a state-funded family planning clinic and easily
  • The state won't even provide them with information on prenatal care or funding for prenatal care.
  • Senate Bill 13 is the ban on taxpayer-funded lobbying.
Bills: SB6, SB7, SB8, SB11, SB12, SB13, SB15
Summary: This meeting of the committee addressed several significant bills, with strong expressions of support and opposition from various stakeholders. Notably, SB8, a controversial bill concerning gender identity and access to bathrooms, drew extensive public testimony. Many speakers voiced concerns about the implications of such legislation, emphasizing the potential harm to transgender individuals and the necessity for an atmosphere of safety and inclusivity. In contrast, other members supported the bill, arguing for the protection of women's spaces. The committee also discussed SB15 regarding police records, which sparked debates on transparency and accountability in law enforcement. The meeting concluded with the committee members voting favorably on several bills, despite ongoing public dissent and calls for more urgent discussion on flooding relief efforts and community safety.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Feb 24th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • And they're doing wiring instructions from Texas Lottery Commission funds.
  • There's also... we also fund the majority.
  • The funds are held in a custodial account through a licensed.
  • The funds are in a custodial account on behalf of the customer.
  • The courier has no legal claim to it, but we do not hold the funds.
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.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Justice (Part II) Apr 29th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

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  • Agencies across the state can apply to receive funds to equip their officers with life-saving vests,
  • This bill ensures that ISDs can receive funding to equip their officers with the necessary protective
  • While some ISDs may allocate their own funds for such equipment, many smaller and underfunded districts
  • law enforcement agencies" for grant purposes, empowering school districts across Texas to apply for funding
  • Criminal Justice Division of the government office, whom we've worked with on this, can decide where the funding
Summary: The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice convened to discuss several key legislative bills, focusing significantly on public safety and law enforcement. Among the prominent bills discussed was SB1858, which aims to amend the eligibility criteria for a law enforcement body armor grant program to include independent school districts (ISDs). This bill addresses safety concerns surrounding school resource officers by allowing them access to necessary protective gear. The committee also reviewed SB1723, which received a favorable recommendation for local non-contested status without any opposition. In total, a number of bills were passed with unanimous votes demonstrating bipartisan support for enhancing community security measures.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Border Security (Part I) Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Border Security Committee

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  • funding the fine work of multi-agency coordination on enforcing
  • marker="433" data-time="2592"> Right now in this Homeland Security bill, it's Operation Lone Star funding
  • We would like for Operation Drawbridge to eventually be a federally funded operation.
  • marker="490" data-time="2934">We have threat-to-life teams in every region now, and these are not funded
Bills: SB36, SB2202
Summary: The Senate Committee on Border Security convened to discuss SB36, which aims to establish a Homeland Security Division within the Department of Public Safety. Senator Parker presented the bill, highlighting its intent to consolidate various homeland security operations to enhance coordination across federal, state, and local levels. Notable discussions revolved around the bill's focus on border security, critical infrastructure protection, and emergency preparedness. Testimonies from law enforcement officials and security experts emphasized the need for enhanced collaboration and the integration of advanced technologies in ensuring Texas’ safety against transnational threats and local criminal activity.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Mar 19th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

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  • First, it directs the use of funds from the county.
  • county's general revenue fund, but the primary goal is to minimize the financial burden on taxpayers
  • There is a court security fund. If a county has annexed J.P. courts, then there is a percentage.
  • of the court security fund that's collected through the
  • court fees that goes to that fund.
Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on various legislative proposals, with significant discussions surrounding bills aimed at enhancing legal protections for citizens and jury privacy. Notably, House Bill 1110, presented by Chairman Shaheen, addresses safeguards for citizens reporting suspicious activities, ensuring they are protected from legal repercussions when acting in good faith. There was unanimous support for HB 349, which relates to civil liabilities associated with removing individuals from vehicles, illustrating the committee's commitment to providing social protections amid rising concerns around public safety.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Environmental Regulation Apr 24th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Environmental Regulation Committee

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  • quality standards, build a return network, and manage the program's finances through a dedicated trust fund
  • This program is funded entirely through unredeemed deposits

  • consortium doesn't meet that target, TCEQ can require corrective action, but the state doesn't manage or fund
  • As a mission-driven national non-profit, I lead business development and funding support.
  • Through our public-private funding model, we enable the collection and recycling of waste, over a billion
Summary: The committee meeting was focused on several key legislative matters, including the discussion of HB1904 concerning littering associated with balloon releases, which was presented favorably and passed unanimously. Additionally, the elimination of the Motor Vehicle Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Program was discussed within the context of HB5033, with a substitute motion adopted and passed. The meeting featured public testimony, allowing interested parties to share their views during a structured testimony period, ensuring all voices were heard within the limited timeframe. Overall, the members expressed a cooperative spirit aimed at addressing community concerns through legislation.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Agriculture & Livestock Apr 1st, 2025 at 02:00 pm

House Agriculture & Livestock Committee

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  • engaged with Soil and Water a number of years ago, a number of sessions ago, to ensure continued funding
  • We're just, through more funds and expanding the opportunity, we're just.
  • A lot of them are strapped right now, so the funds

  • However, they don't have the means necessary or the funds to be able to do that.
  • Right now, of course, if you're using current funds, it will be used very quickly.
Summary: The second bill, House Bill 3469, was introduced to address pest control regulations concerning nuisance birds. Representative Campos explained how the bill proposes non-lethal methods to deter these birds, such as the use of laser lights and sounds, which avoids conflict with both state and federal regulations. The committee heard impassioned testimonies from members of the public who shared firsthand experiences regarding the adverse effects of these birds on property and public health. The meeting concluded with both bills being left pending, reflecting a desire for further deliberation among the committee members.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part I) May 15th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

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  • The Pleasant Valley and Expo Rapid bus lines are running now using these funds.
  • data-time="4338">We really are opposed to anything that encourages frivolous lawsuits, drains public funds
  • There are, as Jay mentioned, other parts of the project under these funds that have already been successfully
  • marker="817" data-time="4896"> ...that you should maintain that level of service associated with those funds
  • It's a permanent funding mechanism that is intended to support
Summary: The meeting of the committee covered significant legislative matters, emphasizing the discussion around several bills such as HB2025, which aims to streamline the process of filing plats with tax receipts to prevent rejections. Representative Tepper and Senator Hughes led extensive discussions to clarify the implications of this bill, which resulted in public testimony that was ultimately closed with no opposition. Additional discussions included SB3065 regarding the creation of specific municipal management districts, where the committee expected to reconcile drafting errors in a forthcoming committee substitute. Besides, the committee reviewed HB4506, which proposes electronic delivery of zoning notices to enhance communication efficiency in municipalities. Overall, the meeting demonstrated a focused approach towards improving housing and governance-related processes within the community.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Education K-16 Aug 6th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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  • 468"> measures student success in a fair way while ending the era of STAR stress tests and taxpayer-funded
  • span marker="256" data-time="1530"> I want to express profound gratitude for the commitments on the funding
  • We expect over a billion dollars to flow into the Houston region of new funding, and that'll have an
  • Funds a system that's been around for quite a while.
  • that reviews schools more broadly, reflects true readiness for success, and rejects outcomes-based funding
Bills: SB8
Summary: The Senate Committee on Education K-16 convened to discuss Senate Bill 8, focusing on revising Texas's statewide assessment system by eliminating the STAR test and replacing it with a more efficient structure. This bill was highlighted as an important effort to enhance student accountability and academic performance through three testing phases: beginning, middle, and end of the academic year, to commence in the 2027-2028 school year. During the meeting, various stakeholders including educators and business leaders presented their support, emphasizing the need for a timely, transparent, and actionable assessment strategy that better serves students' educational needs and alleviates the pressure of over-testing in schools. Furthermore, the committee addressed the importance of ensuring assessments align closely with the Texas educational standards and provide teachers with the resources to adapt instruction based on real-time student data.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation May 12th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Transportation Committee

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  • Under current statute, TxDOT may not begin constructing road signs until a donation is received to fund
  • ="133" data-time="792">This requirement places a burden on the families of the deceased to secure funding
  • Senate Bill 249 removes the burden from the families of the deceased and requires that TxDOT fund, install
Summary: The meeting of the committee addressed several key bills focused on transportation and vehicle regulations. Notably, SB1353 introduced by Representative Gaines aims to create a regulatory framework for towing vessel pilots in the port of Brownsville, alongside testimonies highlighting support from local authorities. Additionally, SB1902 proposed by Senator Nichols seeks to amend the previous legislation affecting license plate transfers, addressing concerns over dealer inventory storage issues. The discussion around SB249 centered on alleviating the financial strain on families of fallen peace officers regarding highway dedications, shifting the burden to TxDOT for funding and maintaining signs. Despite the positive atmosphere, some bills, such as SB1029, faced opposition due to potential customer trust issues related to advertising vehicles not currently in dealers' possession.
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  • Stop funding Israel! Stop funding Israel! Stop funding Israel!
  • data-time="3456">So that protester was a Code Pink lunatic saying the greatest threat to world peace is funding
  • data-time="3480"> I will observe for the benefit of the audience here on television that Code Pink is funded
  • As I was saying, the fact that communist China funds Code Pink, which interrupts a hearing like this
Summary: The Senate Intelligence Committee convened for a significant meeting focused on the Annual Worldwide Threats Hearing. Prominent officials from various intelligence agencies presented their insights on emerging national security threats, including concerns over increasing cyber threats, particularly from China and non-state actors. A major discussion point included the balance between national security and civil liberties, as evidenced by conversations surrounding Section 702 of FISA and its implications for privacy protection. The challenges posed by cartels and transnational criminal organizations, especially related to narcotics trafficking, were emphasized as pressing issues necessitating coordinated responses from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. This meeting underscored the necessity of public-private partnerships to tackle these multifaceted threats effectively.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Apr 23rd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Natural Resources Committee

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  • Members, I ask for your support on this bill, which would allow the Water Development Board to directly fund
  • everyone understands is that, in addition to being bracketed to Webb County, this only applies to funding
  • span marker="247" data-time="1476">I'm the executive director for the Simsboro Aquifer Water Defense Fund
  • data and analytics will assist in evaluating the performance impact of existing water programs and funding
Summary: In this meeting, the committee engaged in extensive discussions surrounding House Bill 1523, which addresses the City of Austin's Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) project. Representative Gerdes laid out substantial concerns regarding the potential risks posed to local aquifers, as he emphasized the lack of transparency and community engagement by the City of Austin. Testimonies from members of the Lost Pines Groundwater Conservation District supported the bill, citing worries about adverse chemical reactions and the implications for groundwater as crucial reasons for opposing the project. Conversely, representatives from the City of Austin expressed the necessity of the ASR project for regional water supply planning and addressed the purported benefits it would provide.
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  • 1530">The work group will study accessibility, gaps in care, workforce capacity, interest lists, and funding
  • The bill addresses the fiscal impact by requiring implementation of the testing requirement only if funding
  • is specifically appropriated, though it allows the program to proceed if alternative funds are available
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.
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  • Full funding of the FAA couldn't be more important.
  • >

    Anyway, the last question is just the importance of fully funding

  • I can talk about fully funding the NTSB.
  • Fully funding the FAA is critical, not just for the workforce, but for our facilities and equipment.
  • I'm just going to wrap up by saying how important it is to fund and resource the NTSB.
Summary: The meeting focused on the discussions surrounding the tragic midair collision involving American Airlines Flight 5342 and an Army Black Hawk helicopter, which resulted in the loss of 67 lives. Testimonies were provided by key figures including NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy and FAA Acting Administrator Chris Richelieu. The committee expressed grave concerns regarding the existing safety protocols, questioning why the FAA failed to act on numerous warnings and data indicating potential collision risks. Members emphasized the need for urgent reforms in aviation safety to prevent such tragedies in the future. Specific highlights included the recognition of the importance of ADS-B out technology and concerns about the operational practices of military helicopters in controlled airspaces.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 20th, 2025 at 10:08 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • Public funds for lobbying activities as before.
  • HB number 26 by Oliverson relates to the funding of

  • data-time="828">SB number 13 by Middleton, relating to the use by political subdivisions of public funds
  • Let's provide funding for our schools. There are still bodies being recovered from the flooding.
  • Federal funds received by the state to provide property
Bills: HB4
Summary: The committee meeting included extensive discussions on various bills, primarily focusing on ad valorem tax regulations and implications for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and disabled. Representative Schofield presented HB4, which revolves around setting limitations on ad valorem taxes for homesteads of disabled, elderly, and their surviving spouses. The bill sparked a thorough debate among committee members, leading to significant public testimony. Additionally, HJR No. 25 proposed by Cook focused on exempting part of the assessed value of property owned by certain disabled veterans from taxation, highlighting a priority for veteran support within the session's agenda. Overall, the meeting was marked by a strong turnout from both committee members and the public, showcasing a high level of engagement on these critical issues.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Environmental Regulation May 8th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Environmental Regulation Committee

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  • And we do not have the funds to necropsy 56 cows. It's not even necessary.
  • In grant funds for cities and towns to upgrade their water systems to filter the PFAS in drinking water
  • However, the rule allocated minimal funding for rural Americans to...
  • Funding is published or otherwise becomes available to
  • Um, but we are doing research with funds provided by the
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on the discussion of various environmental legislative bills, notably HB1341, which sets maximum allowable ground level concentrations of hydrogen sulfide, and HB1674 regarding PFAS regulations in biosolids. Representative Reynolds presented HB1341, emphasizing the health risks associated with hydrogen sulfide and the need for clear regulatory standards to protect communities near industrial operations. This received support from health advocates and oversight bodies, highlighting the urgent need for regulations to safeguard public health. Meanwhile, HB1674 faced significant opposition, particularly from environmental organizations which argued that the bill's provisions could disrupt biosolid disposal processes and increase costs significantly. Many testimony segments reflected concerns regarding the adequacy of scientific understanding related to PFAS and its implications for agricultural safety and water quality.

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