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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 (Part II) Apr 15th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Paxton moves that Senate Bill 27...
  • Working with y'all as we move forward through the process
  • Senator Bettencourt moves adoption of the committee substitute for Senate Bill 843.
  • Senator Parker moves adoption of the committee substitute for Senate Bill 1418.
  • Senator Paxton moves adoption of the Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 2619.
Summary: The meeting focused on advancing several significant pieces of legislation, particularly those pertaining to education and school finance. Notable discussions included the adoption of committee substitutes for various Senate Bills, such as SB2392, which introduced new reporting requirements for educators regarding misconduct cases. The committee also addressed SB1635, aimed at alleviating the financial burdens of high coastal insurance costs on school districts, which included provisions for credits against required recapture payments. Senator Hinojosa emphasized the urgency of responding to the challenges faced by local districts, underscoring the need for legislative support to ensure fair funding in coastal areas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Veteran AffairsAudio only. Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I need a move.

  • Senator Parker moves that Senate Bill 2926 be reported back
  • Senator Parker moves that Senator...

  • Take a move? Aye.

  • Senator Hancock moves that SB 2543 be substituted.

Summary: The Senate Veterans Affairs Committee meeting focused on discussing several important bills, including SB210, SB2007, SB2926, SB2938, and SB2543. Each bill was put forth for a vote, and all passed unanimously with no objections. Notably, Senator Parker played a significant role in moving several of these bills to the full Senate for further action. The committee also adopted a substitute for SB2543, clarifying the references to Veterans Cemeteries in the legislation, which showcased the committee's commitment to refining the language and ensuring clarity in legislative texts. The atmosphere was collaborative, with members actively participating in the discussions and decision-making processes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation Mar 27th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Grant, would you either move over one or move the microphone toward you?
  • Chair moves.
  • The Chair moves that House Bill 60.

  • The Chair moves that we vote on the bill.

  • We oppose this bill really just on principle for move over laws.
Summary: The Committee on Transportation convened to discuss several significant bills related to highway designations and public safety. Notably, House Bill 2457 aims to designate a stretch of US Highway 287 as the Mollie Mullins Mile, honoring a 9-year-old girl who tragically lost her life in a traffic accident. The bill highlights the efforts of her family to improve highway safety following their loss, receiving support from local authorities and advocates. The committee also discussed House Bill 2198, proposing the designation of a portion of State Highway 34 as the Jacob Candonza Memorial Highway, honoring a police officer who died in the line of duty. This tribute underscores the value placed on the sacrifices made by law enforcement in ensuring community safety.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Senate Session (Part I) Sep 3rd, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The momentum here is dangerous because while we are moving forward, we are also moving
  • President, I move suspension.
  • I move passage to third reading. Senator Hinojosa moves passage to.
  • Move passage to third reading. Senator Perry moves passage to third reading.
  • I move that the Senate stand in recess until...
Bills: SB8, SB1, SB2, SB5, SB10, HB27, HB7, HB17, HB1, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4, HB20, HB18
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on the discussion and passage of several significant bills, including HB20, which aims to prevent and reduce fraudulent charitable solicitations during disasters. Representative Perry highlighted the importance of this bill in ensuring that legitimate organizations receive donations while deterring scams that occur in the aftermath of disasters. The bill was passed unanimously with discussions around its necessity and the impact on victims of fraud. Further, House Bill 18 was discussed concerning penalties for legislators attempting to break quorum, a topic that stirred some debate on legislative integrity and rules enforcement. Members voiced varying opinions on the implications of the bill, leading to its eventual passage amid objections from some members who raised concerns about its enforcement mechanisms and potential for misuse. Overall, the meeting was well-attended, with members actively debating key issues while striving for legislative progress on these critical bills. The audience included public stakeholders who expressed their views, showcasing the engagement between legislators and constituents on pressing matters.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government May 12th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Let's move forward with this Sunset Bill.
  • Senator Paxton moves that House Bill... I just want to get you a local, Senator Paxton.
  • Senator Nichols moves that HB...

  • Senator Paxton moves that HB 762 be recommended for the local and uncontested calendar.
  • Senator Nichols moves that House Bill... is this no substitute, David?
Summary: The meeting of the legislative committee was focused on the discussion and voting of several bills, including HB303, HB2740, HB2742, and HB4753. Each bill presented drew attention from various committee members, with detailed debates surrounding their implications and utility. For instance, HB4753, which addresses issues arising from lost certificates of occupancy, prompted a discussion on the difficulties faced by property owners in different municipalities struggling to comply with documentation requirements. In general, the committee expressed support for the bills, as many passed with unanimous votes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 May 27th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Military-connected students face frequent school moves that disrupt their learning.
  • Kids often face challenges of moving around and having to make
  • It is hard on our children to move. But this bill right here is years in the making.
  • I moved to Leander in December of 2018, but I've lived the majority of my life in...
  • Senator King moves that House Bill 123 be reported

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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Administration Apr 8th, 2025

Senate Administration Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Hinojosa of Nueces moves that Senate Bill 2232

  • Senator Hall moves that Senate Concurrent Resolution

  • Senator Eckhardt moves SCR27.

  • Current moves at SCR27 be recommended for the local and uncontested calendar for April 10th, 2025.
  • Hearing none, Senator Hinojosa of Nueces moves that the committee stand in recess.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Administration commenced with a quorum established, led by Chairman Hall. The committee discussed and voted on several bills, including SB2232 which promotes an annual 'Unplug Texas Day' aimed at encouraging outdoor activities and community interactions among Texans. Senator Hinojosa presented the bill, highlighting its potential health benefits and community strengthening. Testimonies were invited but none were provided, leading to a smooth passage of the bill to the full Senate.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Corrections May 5th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Corrections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, if there are no questions for Dean Thompson, we're going to go ahead and move on to witness
  • The chair moves that House Bill...

  • The chair moves. This is a motion for reconsideration.
  • The chair moves that House Bill 4614 as substituted

  • If not, the chair moves to adjourn.

Bills: SB663, SB958
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Finance (Part I) Feb 13th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We will move on to the next item.

  • I don't see any questions, so we'll move on to who's going to go first.
  • Honestly, I don't believe the juice is worth the squeeze in moving that funding over.
  • In the meantime, they're moving very quickly to repackage and reimagine this exam.
  • We are moving forward with new initiatives, which I will outline more in just a moment.
Bills: SB1
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance focused on reviewing budget recommendations from various agencies, particularly the Public Utility Commission (PUC). Significant discussions included the authorization of an additional $5 billion for the Texas Energy Fund, which was noted as a critical component for managing the state's energy needs. Chairman Thomas Gleason highlighted the importance of funding for regulatory and oversight roles, ensuring that the PUC continues to effectively manage Texas's growing electricity and water demands. Additionally, representatives from various agencies presented their specific funding requests, emphasizing the need for increased staff to handle rising workloads and maintain efficiency.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Menendez moves that House Bill 101 be reported back to
  • Senator Menendez moves that House Bill 2193 be reported

  • Senator Menendez moves that House Bill 5308 be reported back
  • Senator Menendez now moves that House Bill 5308 be recommended
  • Senator Menendez moves that House Bill 5329 be reported

Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs focused on the discussion and voting of several bills, notably HB101, HB2193, HB5308, and HB5329. Senator Menendez led the proceedings, moving each bill to be reported back to the full Senate with recommendations for passage. Each bill received a unanimous vote of five ayes with no opposition, indicating strong support within the committee. The bills were discussed in a structured manner, with members expressing their opinions and facilitating the voting process efficiently. The session concluded with the acknowledgment of the pending business awaiting further discussion.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence Apr 8th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Louderback moves that House Bill...
  • Cook moves that.
  • Cook moves that the substitute.
  • We just want to move forward.
  • But, obviously, victims of crime are a moving target because they do move, especially...
Summary: The committee meeting covered various issues, including bills aimed at mental health reforms and criminal justice. A significant discussion centered around HB2777, which proposes to exempt individuals with severe mental illness, particularly schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder, from the death penalty. Testimonies from multiple stakeholders expressed support for the bill, emphasizing that individuals with severe mental illness may lack the capacity to understand the consequences of their actions, and executing them contradicts moral principles and contemporary neuroscience. The committee heard from advocates who argued for compassionate treatment in the justice system, while also maintaining accountability for offenders.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Justice (Part II) Apr 29th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Something else to add is that I've seen this man move

  • ...move our children from dangerous threats anywhere.
  • Our current law doesn't even give our school authorities or police the right to ask him to move further
  • The Chair moves that Senate Bill 614 does not pass,

  • So the Chair moves that Senate Bill 2460 do not pass, but that the committee.
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Elections Mar 6th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Elections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • So I hope that as we move forward, we continue to, as the Vice Chairman mentioned, move us in a direction
  • So, you're in Texas, we move your pointer.
  • If you move to Oklahoma, you move the pointer there, and we now know that.
  • So, you're in Texas, we move your pointer.
  • If you move to Oklahoma, we move the pointer there, and we now know that.
Summary: The House Committee on Elections convened a session to evaluate recent legislative changes and their implications on the electoral process. A key focus was on enhancing election integrity and procedures, including discussions about Senate Bill 924, which aims to address challenges related to polling locations and worker recruitment in Texas counties. Various members acknowledged the crucial role local election officials play in implementing reforms and managing elections amidst growing scrutiny and challenges such as natural disasters and security threats. The session highlighted the resilience and coordination efforts of election officials across the state.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs Apr 14th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • By moving from substantial to...
  • We're going to keep moving forward.
  • So we can move on from there.
  • I just looked over to my left and saw a whole group of SEALs just sitting there stoic and not moving.
  • Seeing none, the Chair moves to adjourn.

Summary: The committee meeting centered around important legislative discussions involving several bills aimed at supporting military personnel and their families. Representative Isaac led the meeting and pushed for swift deliberations on various bills, including those related to veterans’ benefits and licensing for military spouses. Notably, House Bill 5629, presented by Colonel Wilson, sought to streamline the licensing process for military spouses, allowing them to work more effectively in Texas by recognizing their out-of-state licenses. The committee also addressed House Bill 3359, which aims to enhance outreach to veterans by facilitating identification processes, thereby ensuring they receive the benefits to which they are entitled. The meeting concluded with motions for several bills to be scheduled for full committee consideration, demonstrating a proactive approach towards supporting Texas veterans and military families.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on County & Regional Government May 5th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House S/C on County & Regional Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • There were a lot of folks moving around, didn't know which one was up next.
  • The chair moves to leave House Bill 3648 pending.
  • The chair moves to leave House Bill 2437 pending.
  • The chair moves to leave House Bill 3253 pending. Is there any objection?
  • If not, the chair moves to adjourn. Is there an objection?
Summary: The committee meeting convened to address a series of bills aimed at enhancing public safety, addressing homelessness, and improving governance associated with county purchasing agents. Key discussions revolved around HB3205, which seeks to implement a County Housing First Initiative to combat homelessness by allowing counties to create a dedicated funding source for such initiatives. Representative Campos presented compelling evidence supporting the efficacy of Housing First programs, citing substantial improvements in housing stability and quality of life for participants. The bill received favorable testimonies from various stakeholders, emphasizing its crucial role in tackling homelessness in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources (Part II)Audio only. May 7th, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Alvarado moves that HB 1089 be reported to the

  • Senator Zaffirini moves that HB 2970 be reported to the

  • Senator Parker moves that HB 1238 be reported to the

  • Senator Parker moves that HB 2890 be reported to the

  • Senator Birdwell moves that it be recommended for the

Summary: The Senate Committee on Natural Resources convened to discuss several bills, primarily focusing on environmental and land resource management. Notable discussions included the passage of HB1089, related to the Gulf Coast Protection Account, which was presented by Senator Alvarado and reported favorably to the full Senate without objections. Additionally, the committee discussed HB2970 and HB1238, both of which were recommended for local and uncontested calendars. The meeting was efficient, with each bill swiftly moving through the agenda after being presented and debated by committee members, primarily led by Dean Zaffirini.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence May 6th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Cook moves that Senate Bill 664—there was a substitute on that? No. OK. No, sir.
  • Cook moves... Let's transfer it to another hospital.
  • Louderback moves that Senate Bill 40, as substituted, be...
  • Little moves that House Bill 1418...
  • Not moving. 15-3. House Bill 1572. OK.
Summary: The meeting convened to discuss various bills primarily focused on juvenile justice and legal representation standards. Notable discussions included House Bill 437, which addresses the placement of youth in detention facilities according to regulations, as explained by Representative Cook. House Bill 507, which pertains to legal representation for indigent defendants, also sparked a debate that resulted in tight voting, showcasing the divergent opinions among committee members. Additionally, Senate Bill 40 underwent a reconsideration, reflecting substantial amendments aimed at balancing non-profit and for-profit entity payments related to bail bonds, which highlighted the complexities of legislative amendments and the procedural adherence required to maintain order in discussions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Jan 15th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • President, I move adoption. Senator Zaffirini moves adoption. Is there any?
  • Will the officers of the Senate please move to the bar?
  • And I move its adoption.

  • He moved. Okay, you're in Kelly Hancock's old desk. I gotta get used to this.
  • I move that the Senate recess until 1 p.m. January 22nd. Is there any objection?
Bills: SR1, SR2
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on the discussion surrounding SCR7, which was introduced to direct the State Preservation Board to initiate steps for replacing the Children of the Confederacy Plague with a Plague of Honor recognizing victims of the State's convict leasing system. The resolution sparked notable conversations among members regarding its historical implications and the importance of addressing past injustices. Senators expressed their support for the resolution, recognizing the need for collective acknowledgment of the state's history.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services (Part I) Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • and can move over.
  • People aren't moving to these rural areas in Texas.
  • serve; they're moving to 33 states.
  • I mean, when I say move, they either move there for a purpose, or they're still there for a purpose,
  • And then we'll move around to the sheriff.
Summary: The meeting involved focused discussions on several key bills aimed at improving mental health services and regulatory practices within the state. Notably, Senator Sparks introduced SB2446, which aims to enhance transparency in Local Mental Health Authorities (LMHAs) by requiring detailed expenditure reports and reducing the influence of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in decision-making processes. The bill drew mixed reactions, with some members emphasizing the need for more oversight while others raised concerns about potential negative impacts on recruitment and service delivery for vulnerable populations. Public testimony highlighted differing perspectives, underscoring the complexity of mental health policies and their implementation constraints.

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