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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II)Audio only. Apr 7th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair lays out as a matter of pending business Senate

  • The chair lays out as a matter of pending business Senate

  • The chair lays out as a matter of pending business SCR 42 by
  • If there is no other business to come before the Senate

  • Committee on State Affairs, is there any other business for the committee?
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on State Affairs featured several important bills, particularly focusing on alcohol regulations and controlled substances. Notably, Senator Perry presented Senate Bill 1868, which aims to update the Controlled Substance Act by allowing kratom in its natural state to be legal, recognizing its natural benefits while continuing to ban certain synthetic derivatives. The bill was positively received and reported favorably to the Senate without any objections. Further discussions included provisions related to the sale of alcoholic beverages and a joint resolution concerning veto overrides from the last legislative session.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

JurisprudenceAudio only. Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • As a matter of pending business, the chair lays out Senate

  • As a matter of pending business, the chair lays out Senate

  • marker="9" data-time="75">There's an objection here, so we will treat that as a matter of pending business
  • /p>

    Hearing none, the chair lays out, as a matter of pending business

  • As a matter of pending business, Senate Bill 1923.

Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Jurisprudence focused on several Senate Bills, including SB1559, SB387, SB1838, SB1839, and SB1923. Each bill was discussed and moved forward favorably with recommendations to the full Senate. Notably, SB1559 concerning protective orders was reported without objection, while SB387, dealing with bond requirements for judges, faced objections but was ultimately approved. Significant discussion occurred around SB1838 and SB1839, both presented by Senator Zaffirini, focusing on attorney appointments and the delivery of wills in probate proceedings. These bills were similarly advanced without contention. The meeting concluded with a strong endorsement for these pieces of legislation, highlighting the collaborative efforts of committee members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations Apr 24th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair lays out as pending business House Bill 104

  • It's a matter of pending business.

  • The chair lays out as pending business House Bill 4486 and
  • The chair lays out as pending business House Bill 4488

  • That concludes our business and the committee stands

Summary: The meeting of the committee was focused on several key bills, including HB104, which drove considerable discussion regarding its committee substitute that was adopted despite some objections. Representative Oliverson pushed for HB104 to be reported favorably to the full House, contributing to a consensus among members with a significant majority. Additionally, HB4488, the funds bill, received attention as it was also moved favorably by the committee. Other notable bills discussed included SB868, the companion to HB2054, which addresses the allocation of funds to the rural volunteer fire department assistance program, and SB1018, supporting trauma fund revenue distribution changes. All motions were passed with substantial support, highlighting a collaborative atmosphere among committee members.
US

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Business meeting to consider certain pending nominations. Apr 29th, 2025 at 09:00 am

Senate Finance Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • a more than $4 trillion tax hike, and deliver certainty and stability to American families and businesses
  • Donald Trump has left our workers and businesses in

  • Businesses are left with an uncertain economic future.
  • inner circle, these nominees are hand-picked to carry out a dangerous agenda with families and businesses
  • If there are none present, then unless you have any other business

Summary: This meeting of the committee was centered around the consideration of nominations for two key positions: William Kimmett as Undersecretary of Commerce for International Trade and Kenneth Keyes as Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy at the Treasury Department. Members were given the opportunity to provide remarks on the nominees, with discussions revealing contrasting views on their potential impact on U.S. economic policy. While some members expressed support for the nominees, highlighting their qualifications and expertise, others voiced strong opposition, arguing that their confirmation would further a harmful economic agenda that favors billionaires over average Americans. Senator Wyden, the ranking member, emphasized concerns about trade chaos and the detrimental effects on workers and businesses across the country.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Corrections May 5th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House Corrections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • To pending business and vote on some bills real quick.
  • The chair lays out his pending business, Senate Bill 1021, which we heard last week.
  • I've been in the business since 1990.
  • I've been in the business 30 years.

  • Is there any further business for the committee to address?
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
Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Committee on Business and Commerce will come to order.

  • This is the second meeting in the business of.

  • of the Business Commerce Committee.
  • The tax code allows rentals up to 180 days, but the collision damage waiver statute in the Business and
  • The Business Code to extend the length of a rental agreement
Summary: This meeting featured discussions regarding various legislative issues that are currently affecting the community. Members debated a number of bills, taking into account public opinions and expert testimonies. Key highlights included a pointed discussion about environmental regulations and the implications of new policies on local businesses. Furthermore, concerns were raised about the effectiveness of recent legislation pertaining to healthcare reforms.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Land & Resource Management Apr 24th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Land & Resource Management Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • pending business?
  • As a matter of pending business, the Chair lays out House Bill 4506.
  • As a matter of pending business, the Chair lays out House Bill 4753.
  • As a matter of pending business, the Chair lays out House Bill 4894.
  • As a matter of pending business, the chair lays out House Bill 5437.
Summary: The committee meeting included extensive discussions on various bills, with a notable focus on housing issues. The members deliberated on HB3892, which aims to address ambiguities in local government regulations and improve the accessibility of affordable housing in Texas. Public testimony was received from multiple stakeholders, including city representatives who voiced support for the bill, highlighting its significance in balancing development and local regulations. The chair also laid out additional bills such as HB5437 to establish a new municipal utility district and HB5650 focused on land use optimization, all of which were passed unanimously with zero nays.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • >

    The chair lays out Senate Bill 1504 as a matter of pending business

  • Senate Bill 1851, a matter of pending business.
  • >

    The chair lays out Senate Bill 1921 as a matter of pending business

  • ...pending business.
  • So, is there any other business that needs to come before the committee?

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
Transcript Highlights:
  • far as to leave the door open for our MWBEs and our HUBs that protect our students, women-owned businesses
  • , minority businesses, and disabled veterans businesses are in jeopardy.
  • ...women-owned businesses, minority businesses, and disabled
  • veterans businesses are in jeopardy.
Summary: During this meeting of the committee, significant discussions centered around Senate Bill 688 and Senate Bill 9, with members expressing deep concerns over the implications of the proposed legislation. Chair Carol Alvarado initiated the meeting by addressing the audience and highlighting the need for robust dialogue regarding the bills in question. Senator Royce West actively contributed to the discussions, emphasizing the necessity to reform existing policies that some believe would regress social progress in the state. The debate revealed a passionate division among committee members, as they navigated the complexities of equity and meritocracy in legislation.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • As a matter of pending business, the chair lays out.

  • As a matter of pending business, the chair lays out Bill

  • As a matter of pending business, the chair lays out House

  • As a matter of pending business, the chair lays out House

  • If there's no other business to come before the committee

Summary: The committee meeting focused on multiple bills, with notable discussions occurring primarily around HB1916, HB1973, HB2524, HB2530, and HB3180. Each bill was moved forward favorably to the full Senate, reflecting a collaborative spirit among committee members. Senator Johnson took the lead on several bills, advocating for their passage and ensuring that proper substitutes were adopted where necessary. The meeting witnessed a smooth flow of discussions, with all proposed bills being approved without significant opposition. Additionally, there was a sense of urgency as members sought to clear the agenda efficiently.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Now, returning to today's business, we will proceed with **[HB 1234](link from function call)**.
  • 9" data-time="240"> Please excuse **Representative Garcia** of Bexar County because of important business
  • p>Please excuse **Representative Compost** because of important business
  • p>Please excuse **Representative Heffner** because of important business
  • span marker="9" data-time="240">Please excuse **Representative Leo Wilson** because of important business
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
Transcript Highlights:
  • marker="4" data-time="18">At this time, the chair lays out House Bill 101 as a matter of pending business
  • The chair lays out a matter of pending business, House

  • The matter of pending business, House Bill 2193, by Senator
  • The chair lays out a matter of pending business, House

  • The chair lays out a matter of pending business, House

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

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence May 14th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're going to take up pending business.

  • The chair lays out Senate Bill 53 as pending business

  • The chair lays out Senate Bill 311 as pending business.
  • The chair lays out Senate Bill 441 as pending business.
  • Is there any further business for the committee to

Bills: SB1015, SB2933
Summary: The meeting of the committee centered around several significant pieces of legislation, highlighting bills primarily focused on court proceedings, mental health services, and civil liabilities. Notable discussions included Senate Bill 441, which addressed civil liabilities for the promotion of artificial intimate visual material, and SB1164, concerning emergency detention for individuals with mental health issues. Both bills saw no amendments and garnered unanimous support in votes, showcasing the committee's intent to streamline judicial processes concerning these sensitive areas. Additionally, bills regarding guardianships and decedent estates were included, reflecting a commitment to improve the judicial system's handling of family law matters.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Mar 26th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 644 is pending business.
  • in connection with allowing concealed handguns on the business premises.
  • House Bill 170, as pending business.
  • Pending business.
  • House Bill 1495 is pending business.
Summary: The committee meeting featured extensive deliberations on several bills, most notably House Bill 1110, concerning civil suits against individuals reporting suspicious activity in good faith, proposed by Chairman Shaheen. The committee expressed unanimous support for the bill, and it was reported to the full House without amendments. Additionally, House Bill 865, introduced by Speaker Moody, addressing civil liability related to firearm hold agreements, also garnered unanimous approval, underscoring a collaborative effort among committee members. Public testimony highlighted concerns regarding proposed bills, specifically criticisms of House Bill 1748, aimed at exempting municipal courts from language certification requirements, which raised significant opposition related to equitable access to justice for non-English speakers.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Veteran AffairsAudio only. Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair lays out, as a matter of pending business, Senate

  • The chair lays out a matter of pending business.

  • It lays out a matter of pending business, Senate Bill

  • The chair lays out a matter of pending business.

  • SB 2543 is a matter of pending business by Senator Hancock

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 May 19th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Transportation Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • So I've been in this business a long time.
  • What is the optimum size of a job that you prefer for your business?
  • Leslie, I am with Leadwell, which is a business in northeast Texas, Texarkana.
  • So you're trying to distinguish yourself and your business.
  • That concludes our business for today. If there are no further questions, we will adjourn.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on various legislative proposals, particularly those related to transportation and public safety. A significant point of discussion was Senate Bill 35, which seeks to limit the Texas Department of Transportation's ability to utilize design-build contracts for infrastructure projects. Advocates for the bill expressed concerns over financial implications and the efficiency of project delivery, while opponents emphasized the need for flexibility and innovation in addressing Texas's growing infrastructure needs. Several stakeholders, including the Texas Trucking Association, engaged in debates over the impacts of the proposed limitations.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural ResourcesAudio only. Apr 9th, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We just have the pending business.
  • The Chair lays out as a matter of pending business, Committee

  • The Chair lays out as a matter of pending business Senate

  • The Chair lays out as a matter of pending business the

  • Is there any other business to come before the Senate

Summary: The Senate Committee on Natural Resources meeting addressed several key bills, including SB1150, SB2122, SB1757, and SB2050. A notable discussion involved the adoption of a committee substitute for SB1757 led by Senator Bergamot, focusing on improving public meeting regulations associated with permit applications. This modification aims to enhance transparency by replacing 'public hearing' with 'public meeting' and ensuring residents are informed through posted signs. The committee also emphasized the importance of public comment periods remaining open longer, thus increasing public engagement in the permitting process. Overall, the tone was collaborative, with members working together to refine legislation based on stakeholder feedback.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • and I are committed to preventing a four trillion dollar plus tax hike on American families and businesses
  • Making this tax policy permanent will provide the certainty that businesses need to make long-term investments
  • rest of the world is figuring out how to realign without us and leave our economy, workers, and businesses
  • rest of the world is figuring out how to realign without us and leave our economy, workers, and businesses
  • Kimmett will immediately get busy getting that harmful agenda drawn up and signed into law.
Summary: The committee convened to discuss various bills and nominees, including the critical nominations of William Kimmett for Undersecretary of Commerce for International Trade and Ken Keyes for Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy at the Treasury Department. Discussions highlighted the nominees' roles in managing critical trade and tax policies amidst rising economic concerns, particularly focusing on inflation and its impact on American families. Members expressed both support and skepticism, emphasizing the significance of fostering fair trade practices and ensuring tax policies that benefit the middle-class amidst claims of an agenda favoring affluent individuals and corporations.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on International Relations Apr 14th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House S/C on International Relations

Transcript Highlights:
  • Economic activity for businesses in the Lone Star State

  • More than 150 Texas-based businesses, which are part of the
  • As a result of our business model, we have about 9,000 direct employees.
  • been to transform the lives of agriculture workers throughout North America through a successful business
  • Is there any further business for the committee to address? If not, the chair moves to adjourn.
Bills: HCR108, HCR127
Summary: The committee meeting focused on two significant resolutions: HCR108 and HCR127. HCR108 urges the U.S. Department of Commerce to maintain the tomato suspension agreement, which has been pivotal for Texas's economy and food security since its inception in 1996. Numerous stakeholders, including county commissioners and mayors, testified on the agreement's importance, claiming that its termination could jeopardize over 30,000 jobs and lead to a $4.5 billion loss in the Texas economy. The tomatoes imported under this agreement are crucial not only for fresh produce availability but also for maintaining a stable market for local farmers and businesses. The chair acknowledged the testimony and discussed the economic ramifications of potential changes to trade policies, insisting on the need for support to continue the current agreement.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

JurisprudenceAudio only. Mar 20th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, we're here to consider some pending business.

  • The chair lays that as a matter of pending business, interval

  • p>

    The chair lays out this Senate Bill as a matter of pending business

  • As a matter of pending business, the chair lays out Senate

  • Senate team and committee team, there’s no other business

Summary: The Senate Committee on Jurisprudence convened to discuss several important bills concerning guardianship, child support, and property owners. Notable discussions included the passage of SB746, a bill aimed at improving guardianship matters, which was reported favorably with unanimous consent. A committee substitute was also adopted, covering essential considerations around local and uncontested statuses, indicating smooth bipartisan support. Furthermore, the committee discussed SB1403 and SB1404, both related to procedures affecting parent-child relationships and support enforcement, demonstrating a focused effort on family law reform.

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