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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 26th, 2025 at 09:00 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • Recognizes the Honorable Aisha Davis of Dallas County

  • Walker County stands as a testament to Texas.
  • But it does exist in two of our counties.
  • That's not a common practice in Texas, but it does exist in two of our counties.
  • But it does exist in two of our counties.
Summary: The meeting featured a address by Chief Justice Jimmy Blacklock, who emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the legal system and ensuring fair access to justice for all Texans. He addressed the challenges facing the judiciary, notably the need for increased funding for district judges, which has not seen a raise since 2013. The Chief Justice highlighted how inadequate compensation has affected the ability to attract and retain qualified judges. He urged the legislature to consider a substantial increase in judicial salaries as a matter of public interest and necessary for the state's judicial system.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs May 7th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House State Affairs Committee

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  • Since 2011, I have lived in Tarrant County where Representatives
  • span marker="73" data-time="432">Jake, I want you to know that Representative Turner is from Tarrant County
  • I'm Paul Krzeski and I am a resident of Travis County.
  • I'm also the chairman of the Henderson County Republican

  • I have lived in Tarrant County where Representatives Geren
Bills: SB6, SB11, SB33
Summary: The committee meeting was centered around the discussion of two key bills: SB33 and SB11. SB33 received significant attention as it aimed to close loopholes related to local government funding for abortion travel, which several representatives argued was an overreach of governmental power. Testimonies from supporters highlighted the need for this bill to clarify taxpayer protections, while opponents raised concerns about infringing on local autonomy and access to healthcare. The discussion featured passionate inputs from various stakeholders, emphasizing the societal implications of legislations regarding reproductive rights and healthcare services. At the conclusion of deliberations, both bills were left pending, indicating that further consideration is required before moving forward.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Environmental Regulation Apr 3rd, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Environmental Regulation Committee

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  • but a majority of the time, in our larger urban communities and surrounding areas, like Montgomery County
  • And the batch plants are a major concern for the City of Houston and the residents of Harris County,
  • Last July in my district, a massive fire broke out at a storage container site in northern Ector County
  • Facilities like the one in Ector County, which collect hundreds of empty or semi-empty chemical storage
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on several key bills aimed at addressing environmental concerns and regulatory frameworks affecting communities across Texas. A significant portion of the discussion revolved around House Bill 573, which aims to enhance the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's (TCEQ) ability to respond to concrete batch plant inspection requests, effectively prioritizing community health concerns. Concerns regarding dust and air pollution from these plants were raised frequently, highlighting the challenges faced by constituents living nearby. Additionally, House Bill 1499 introduced a grant program to help small concrete batch plants improve their environmental impact, reflecting the committee’s commitment to sustainable development while balancing economic growth.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 23rd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

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  • Suits are filed in county courts or district courts

  • Appeals of the J.P. decisions are then brought to the county or district court.
  • in a county or district court from the very start, fixing
  • marker="913" data-time="5472"> Simple change to the labor code, making sure that cases are tried in county
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several significant bills, with notable discussions revolving around HB2343. This bill, presented by Representative Leo Wilson, aims to enhance transparency in the shrimping industry by requiring restaurants to disclose the origin of shrimp served. The bill was met with mixed reactions, especially from the Texas Restaurant Association, which raised concerns regarding the burdensome requirements for menu updates and potential liability issues if inaccuracies were reported. Meanwhile, the committee passed other bills, including HB4204 aimed at protecting older homeowners from unfair contracts, which received support from AARP Texas and sparked discussions about the implications on consumers' rights. In addition to presentation and testimony on bills, the committee also examined HCR76, which urges the federal government to regulate imports of foreign shrimp, reflecting a proactive stance on protecting local industries from unregulated competition. Overall, the meeting demonstrated a commitment to addressing economic concerns, consumer protection, and the sustainability of local businesses. The chamber was well attended, and many stakeholders provided public testimony for and against the various proposals.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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  • And one of the things that I will just say, and I live in Collin County, which is a fairly affluent county
  • Let’s use Dallas and Collin County; if Dallas Independence...
  • Dufferin County. Anyway, we had an industry that had a contract with the school district.
Summary: The meeting of the committee primarily addressed several significant bills, including SB2398 which aims to ensure that students recovering from concussions receive timely accommodations to support their academic, social, and behavioral needs. Senator Campbell presented the bill, emphasizing its importance in preventing long-term setbacks for affected students. The committee heard from various stakeholders, and testimony reflected strong support for the bill's intent, although concerns were raised regarding implementation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships Mar 31st, 2025 at 02:03 pm

House S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships

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  • data-time="90"> This bill addressed the protective order process by allowing applicants to keep their county
  • They can waive it because I was afraid that some counties may have a need for a guardian and not be able
  • If it's difficult to do that in the county. The training is available free of charge.
Summary: The meeting of the committee involved discussions on several bills aimed at improving the legal framework surrounding child support and guardianship. Notably, Representative Swanson presented HB3311, which seeks to prioritize unpaid child support claims over secured debt obligations during probate proceedings. This bill aims to ensure that children receive the financial support they need promptly, especially after losing a parent. Testimonies from various stakeholders emphasized the importance of addressing child support obligations to prevent financial hardships for grieving families. Additionally, HB3376 was discussed, which mandates ongoing education for guardians regarding Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders, reflecting the need for better support for vulnerable individuals.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate SessionOpening Day of the 89th Legislature Jan 14th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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  • I first found that out when about, oh, 11 years ago, I was summoned by Montgomery County.
  • ="3330">In fact, that morning, about a week later, you can't tell an eighth-generation Montgomery County
  • My grandmother's grandfather served in my seat over 120 years ago out of Montgomery County.
Bills: SCR7
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee was marked by a robust discussion focused on Senate Bill 1760, which centered around crucial tax relief measures. Senator Creighton, the sponsor of the bill, passionately shared his experiences and the importance of tax cuts for the constituents of Texas, emphasizing the need for fiscal responsibility and community support. The Senate also witnessed nominations for key leadership positions, setting forth a collaborative tone for the upcoming session. Governor Abbott's address highlighted the importance of unity and effective governance amidst the challenges ahead, including managing the state's substantial budget surplus.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

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  • 142" data-time="846">I have invited Sarah Utley, Director of the Environmental Law Division, Harris County
  • I'm the Environmental Division Director for Harris County Attorney Christian.
  • ...disrespectful to the city, to Harris County, to UT Health
Summary: The meeting of the committee convened to discuss multiple bills including SCR48, SB2351, SB2550, SB2203, SB410, and SB2082. Notably, Senator Miles presented SB2082, which aims to prevent concrete crushing facilities from operating near hospitals, following community outcry over health concerns linked to air pollution. The committee heard public testimony from various stakeholders, highlighting the community's significant opposition to such facilities in close proximity to critical healthcare services. Senator Alvarado's SB2351, addressing concrete plant regulations, was supported with favorable votes but faced concerns over the environmental implications of expansion requests. The meeting concluded with a recommendation for several bills to move forward to the full Senate for consideration.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Finance Aug 15th, 2025

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're taxing jurisdictions, primarily cities and counties,
  • a photo ID and that the county clerk's office logged that
Bills: SB2, SB3, SB5, SB9, SB10, SB14, SB16, SB34, SB18
Summary: The committee meeting covered multiple bills, primarily focusing on flood relief initiatives and education reforms. Senator Bettencourt presented SB3, detailing updates to the state's flood warning system. He expressed that the bill's objective is to enhance early warning systems funded through the governor's office. Public testimony was opened but no individuals expressed their opinion, leading to a smooth progression as the bill was reported favorably to the Senate. Additionally, Senator Perry discussed SB14, which aims to provide impact fee credits to cities to encourage innovative water conservation efforts. This bill mirrored previous legislation passed last session.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services May 20th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • 37 counties, several of which are in my district,

  • This would only be permitted to work in counties with populations of less than 100,000.
  • Access to health care, with 234 of our 254 counties being
  • As Harris County Fire Marshal Chief Christian once testified in this committee, there are lots of ways
  • The office has been informed just this week, Senator Perry, that Harris County has just
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Health and Human Services discussed multiple bills focused on diverse health issues including maternal care, organ transplant eligibility, and child welfare regulations. Notably, HB215, presented by Senator Perry, received attention for its provisions on requiring itemized bills from healthcare providers to enhance transparency. The bill garnered support from various witnesses who emphasized the importance of clearer billing processes for patients. Another significant discussion point was HB4076, which aimed to prevent discrimination against individuals seeking organ transplants based on vaccination status. This bill sparked public testimony highlighting the ethical implications of such mandates on vulnerable patients, especially children. Overall, the committee's deliberations emphasized a commitment to improving health care transparency and patient rights in Texas.
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  • around Los Angeles, which is the second largest city in America, an anchor for the most populous county
  • million for the Murrell Surface Transportation Program for the City of Tracy, and $35 million for Yuba County
  • data-time="5064"> So, I would ask for your comments generally on when you think these cities and counties
  • You know, during our discussion, we talked about our time as county executives, and so you know that
Summary: The committee meeting focused on the development of the next surface transportation reauthorization bill. Discussions centered around key principles aimed at improving the safety and reliability of the transportation network, reforming federal programs for efficiency, and addressing the diverse transportation needs across various states. Members emphasized the importance of bipartisan collaboration to streamline processes, eliminate bureaucratic delays, and ensure timely funding for critical infrastructure projects. There were also notable conversations about specific projects and funding challenges, reflecting the urgency for action and commitment to modernizing America's infrastructure.
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  • I've been out there; I just did a 14-county tour, including
  • 619" data-time="7416"> And over the past five years, we've gotten private and public grants in our county
  • ...plant in Muskegon County with the goal of getting local
  • Michigan potatoes diced and frozen, so we can get them on every plate in Muskegon County and beyond.
Bills: SB222
Summary: This meeting of the committee focused primarily on the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, S222, which aims to permit schools to offer a fuller range of milk options, including whole, reduced, and low-fat varieties, that have garnered bipartisan support. Chairman Bozeman opened the session by highlighting concerns over children's nutrition and the obesity epidemic, emphasizing the significance of nutritious school meals in addressing these issues. Experts from various organizations were invited to discuss the implications of this bill as well as the current challenges facing school meal programs, including budget constraints and food supply issues. The meeting included passionate testimonies about the direct impacts of current dietary guidelines and federal funding reductions affecting schools' abilities to provide healthy meal options.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Justice May 14th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And Senator Miles, you know, in Harris County, you've

  • We've seen that again and again, not only in Harris County, but in other communities in the state of
Bills: SB3073, SJR87
Summary: The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice convened to discuss important legislative amendments regarding bail reform in Texas. The meeting centered around two key bills: SJR87 and SB3073. SJR87 is a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at imposing stricter bail conditions for repeat violent offenders, requiring judges to deny bail without individual assessments of risk in certain cases. This sparked contentious debate, highlighting the concerns among committee members and public witnesses about potential infringements on due process and judicial discretion. Proponents argued that the amendment would help safeguard the community against repeat offenders by ensuring that those with serious crimes on their record could not be released on bail under questionable circumstances.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Mar 26th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • span marker="640" data-time="3834"> While PIDs service plans are now required to be filed with the county
  • by establishing that the buyer is afforded the termination option only if the municipality or the county
  • that established the PID has filed the service plan with the county clerk.
Summary: The meeting addressed several key pieces of legislation, with significant focus on bills related to property owners' associations and the Texas Workforce Commission's training programs. Representative Harris-Navila presented HB517, which aims to allow property owners' associations to impose fines for discolored vegetation during watering restrictions. The committee adopted a community substitute for this bill before moving it forward with a recommendation for passage. Meanwhile, HB2791, highlighted by Chairwoman Button, focusses on vocational rehabilitation programs for individuals with disabilities, with provisions that require efficient operation to avoid lapses in service.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on State-Federal Relations May 1st, 2025 at 08:05 am

House S/C on State-Federal Relations

Transcript Highlights:
  • To my knowledge, that is a Texas County, Texas...
  • ...in a different county in Arkansas, but it's still within
Bills: HB3484, HCR112, HCR125
Summary: During the meeting, the committee addressed significant legislative topics, focusing on HB3484 and HCR112. HB3484 was presented by Chairman Van Dever, who detailed the challenges faced by border cities like Texarkana in accessing funding for facilities located across state lines. The discussion included testimonies from community members highlighting the necessity of operational agreements between neighboring municipalities to streamline resource management and funding eligibility. This bill aims to ensure that infrastructure projects serving both Texarkana, Texas and its Arkansas counterpart are recognized adequately for funding purposes. The testimony emphasized the benefits of cooperative projects such as wastewater treatment plants and how these arrangements have historically contributed to the well-being of residents in both regions. HCR112, presented by Representative Perez, urged Congress to accept state-issued Real ID cards for U.S. citizens reentering the country, streamlining identification processes at border crossings. The resolution sparked dialogue about the practical impacts of federal ID compliance on daily border interactions and the potential economic benefits for border communities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Apr 7th, 2025 at 03:30 pm

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • down three feet deep, and Lubbock County, three feet deep.
  • professional shortage areas, with another 10 counties deemed as partial designations.
  • Currently, 224 of Texas' 254 counties...
  • I am from Lufkin, East Texas, and I have family ranches in Houston County and Angelina County.
  • I have 14 counties, many of which have more cows than people.
Summary: The meeting of the public health committee focused on the pressing issue of opioid addiction in Texas, with a particular emphasis on House Bill 3717. Chairman Harris detailed the bill's intent to fund a grant program for Ibogaine clinical trials, framing it as a critical response to the ongoing opioid crisis. He shared poignant testimonies highlighting the struggles of families and veterans battling addiction and mental health issues. The conversation underscored the necessity of innovative treatments, like Ibogaine, which showed promising results in studies for reducing symptoms of withdrawal and PTSD.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Economic Development May 12th, 2025

Senate Economic Development Committee

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  • It also ensures that all counties mentioned in existing

  • To the extent I can, I was born and raised in northwest Harris County where my parents still live.
Summary: The meeting of the Economic Development Committee featured extensive discussions on several bills focused on streamlining processes, improving technology education, and preserving historical sites. House Bill 1240 was presented to unify the definition of the Texas-Mexico border region, which drew no objections during the public testimony segment. Another significant bill discussed was HB2768, aimed at establishing an IT apprenticeship credential to address workforce shortages in state government, indicating a proactive approach to enhancing the state's technical capabilities. The chair emphasized the importance of these initiatives in bolstering both education and economic capacity within Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs Apr 28th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House State Affairs Committee

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  • was ...created in response to a situation in Val Verde County
  • As it relates to CFIUS, the investment in Val Verde County got through.
  • creates a penalty of a Class A misdemeanor; individuals found guilty could face up to one year in county
  • am the committeeman for State Senate District 3, and I also serve as the Chairman of the Henderson County
  • legislative changes have placed significant strain on local judicial systems, particularly in Cameron County
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several pressing legislative issues, with a significant emphasis on immigration-related bills such as HB256 and HB253. Witnesses provided differing perspectives on the implications of these bills, particularly concerning privacy and familial integrity in the context of immigration law. Notably, there were arguments against the invasive DNA testing proposed in HB256, highlighting concerns about accuracy and the potential consequences of errors leading to wrongful separations of families. This discussion revealed a palpable tension between security measures and the preservation of individual rights, prompting the committee to consider the ethical ramifications of such legislation. Additionally, House Bill 4552 was introduced, aimed at ensuring equal treatment in government contracting, which spurred further debate on the balance of meritocracy and social equity in public sectors.
US
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  • County, a typical family has to pay $280 a month for water
  • span> ...You could have other state sources, federal sources, or county
  • He has been, obviously, currently in West Point, a great community there in Cumming County.
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on discussions surrounding the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and its implications for local water systems. Various witnesses highlighted the transformative impact of the bipartisan infrastructure law, which has provided an unprecedented amount of funding to help address long-standing issues in drinking water infrastructure, particularly concerning lead service line replacements and sustainability in water management. The discussions emphasized the urgent need for federal reauthorization to continue supporting these initiatives, as many rural and disadvantaged communities still face substantial barriers in upgrading their water systems. Additionally, cybersecurity risks were noted, raising concerns over the vulnerability of water systems across the nation.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence May 12th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • marker="64" data-time="378"> Applications for court orders on mental health can be filed in either the county
  • James Caruthers, Coalition for the Homeless, Houston-Harris County, in support of Senate Bill 1164.
Summary: This meeting of the Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence Committee addressed multiple bills, focusing notably on mental health provisions and judicial accountability. SB1164 was a significant topic, discussing amendments to emergency detainer processes for individuals with severe mental illness. Witnesses provided compelling testimonies highlighting issues within the current mental health system, stressing the need for a compassionate approach to assist those refusing treatment. The discussion revealed tensions surrounding the legislative changes, with concerns from various stakeholders about potential overreach and effectiveness of proposed measures.

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