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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Human Services Mar 18th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 1151 in no way limits the ability for anyone to make a report of abuse or neglect when that
  • My freedoms were limited in the hospital for her best care.
  • So what are these funds limited to being spent on?
  • some of those costs, but those are limited and require requests
  • data-time="4140"> Can ask the department, and I guess, I think that's the... oh, it's the kinship income limit
Summary: The committee meeting focused on three significant bills: HB1151, HB1155, and HB1041. A notable discussion arose surrounding HB1151, which aims to protect parental rights regarding medical decisions for children, especially in foster care settings. Supporters highlighted concerns about coercive practices by Child Protective Services that could label parents as neglectful for refusing certain medical treatments. Several witnesses testified in favor of the bill, emphasizing the need for parents to retain autonomy over their children's medical care. There was also a compelling narrative shared regarding a family's struggle with the complexities of health decisions under CPS supervision, further underscoring the importance of this legislation. The committee also reviewed HB1155, aimed at providing temporary financial assistance to economically disadvantaged families who have completed their service plans for the reunification of children removed by the Department of Family and Protective Services. The sentiment in favor of this bill echoed the challenges faced by families trying to navigate the system while meeting their basic needs. Furthermore, HB1041 was discussed, which seeks to prevent non-family caregivers from being named beneficiaries on life insurance policies of individuals under their care, highlighting a moral obligation to protect vulnerable populations.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Juvenile Justice Apr 23rd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House S/C on Juvenile Justice

Transcript Highlights:
  • Finally, per House Procedure Rules, witness testimony must be limited

  • strict requirements; the program must be conducted in a live classroom-like setting or via Zoom during limited
  • During COVID, they did add Zoom as an option for the live class, but it still has its limitations.
  • Giddings facility where children were made to wait in their cells for 22 hours a day, with severely limited
  • state of trauma, mental health challenges, and limited educational
Summary: The meeting focused primarily on discussions surrounding juvenile justice reform. Chairman Cook opened the session by introducing various bills, including HB1966, which aims to improve conditions for youth in detention facilities by ensuring access to restrooms and sanitation. The bill was met with strong support as members shared their views on the importance of treating youth with dignity and respect within the justice system. Witness testimonies highlighted the dire situations some minors face in current facilities, drawing attention to the need for immediate legislative action. Other bills discussed included HB3442, aimed at updating the Texas Alcohol Awareness Program for minors, among others.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships Apr 7th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships

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  • Well, suppose the bill limited it to 30%?

  • Um, I think that, um, I always believe in limiting

  • I would want to hear from the experts, but the expert, so I think a limiting of days would certainly.
  • Mine are always time-limited.

  • I like limited government. What standard would you use to make that determination?
Summary: The committee meeting centered around discussions on HB3284, which focuses on promoting family stability and the commissioning of a task force to evaluate existing regulations affecting marriage and family formation. Chairman Dutton initiated the conversation by emphasizing the need for governmental support in fostering a robust societal framework based on stable family units. Testimonies from various stakeholders highlighted the declining marriage rates in Texas, prompting discussions on effective strategies to reverse this trend. Public testimony was heard from representatives of Texas Values Action and the Texas Family Law Foundation, both advocating for stronger legislative measures to foster lifelong marriages and family stability.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services May 14th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • span> Located outside of the chamber, each public testimony will be limited
  • It threatens affordability, reduces competition, and limits consumer choice.
  • What you're doing is limiting competition by shutting out those...
  • Is this to be limited to only subsidiaries accepting new enrollees?
  • During the COVID-19 pandemic, key protections like limits on mandatory overtime were suspended, even
Summary: The meeting of the committee featured a series of discussions primarily focusing on various bills aimed at enhancing accountability and safety in the healthcare sector. Notable highlights included the passage of HB694, which aims to promote transparency in the operations of the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) by shortening the notification timeline for significant events from ten days to 48 hours. This bill received unanimous support from all members present, underscoring a strong consensus on improving communication with parents and stakeholders involved in the child welfare system. Another significant topic was the introduction of HB2187, which seeks to amend and update the existing nursing staffing laws to address emerging challenges faced by healthcare professionals, particularly stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill was presented as a response to the increased burnout rates among nurses and aims to provide a more stable working environment to retain talent in the healthcare sector. The committee took testimony from several experts and stakeholders, highlighting the urgency and importance of these legislative changes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education Apr 24th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • As a reminder, everybody, testimony will be limited to

  • marker="121" data-time="720"> I'm trying to make sure I understand the bill correctly on who we're limiting
  • We actually limited from 180 to 175.
Bills: HB1209, HB4746
Summary: The committee meeting focused on various educational bills, prominently House Bill 1209, which aims to address concerns surrounding the implementation of four-day school weeks in Texas. Key discussions highlighted the potential negative impacts on student performance, particularly after a report indicated that students in four-day districts scored lower in reading and math compared to their peers in traditional five-day school weeks. Representative Cunningham raised significant points regarding the importance of maintaining instructional time and the need for accountability for school districts opting for shorter weeks.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Apr 14th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Public testimony is limited to two minutes.
  • Strategies that put us at limits.
  • ...know what their limits are.
  • Again, I am not going to limit the questions or the time spent asking questions.
  • They're great, and what makes them great in a way is they actually understand their limitations.
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Public Health addressed a range of health-related bills, with significant discussions surrounding House Bill 3717, aimed at establishing a grant program for clinical trials related to Ibogaine as a treatment for opioid use disorder. Representative Harris presented the bill, which received unanimous support from the committee. Other bills, such as House Bill 3800, which seeks to create an advisory group for local workforce partnerships in education and health care, were also approved with committee substitutes, reflecting clarifications made for better implementation. The overall atmosphere was positive with members actively engaging in voting and discussion.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Corrections Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Corrections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • efforts and tools that we have on those misdemeanor cases are significant, but they're significantly limited
  • Jurisdiction on a court for a misdemeanor case is very limited, so typically right now in misdemeanor
  • cases, limited to outpatient rehab.
  • So what the defense attorney or what the state can say, "I want this person to go do this," you're limited
  • It does not limit a jury's ability to assess probation, and it still allows a jury and a judge to probate
Summary: The recent meeting of the committee primarily focused on two bills, HB1482 and HB2341, aimed at addressing public safety and rehabilitation in the context of repeat offenders, particularly in relation to intoxicated driving offenses. The discussions highlighted personal testimonies from victims' families and experts advocating for stricter accountability measures against repeat offenders. Representative Leo Wilson emphasized the necessity of such laws to prevent future tragedies stemming from intoxicated driving, citing heart-wrenching cases that have affected the community. The committee also heard contrasting views regarding the effectiveness of increased incarceration versus rehabilitation efforts for offenders, with calls for a balanced approach to ensure public safety without neglecting rehabilitation needs.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Justice Apr 1st, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Testimony will be limited.
  • Alabama, which establish that children have limited culpability compared to adults.
  • They're limited in terms of maturity, decision-making, and
  • It would be a felony only under the limited circumstance
  • More than 70% of those had BACs that were nearly twice the legal limit.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice convened to address pressing issues surrounding oil field crime and safety on Texas highways. The meeting was initiated by Chair Flores, who emphasized the need for improved tools to combat repeat offenders having committed intoxicated driving, alongside tackling oil field theft that has escalated due to organized criminal activities. The committee heard public testimonies and engaged with various stakeholders, including law enforcement and industry representatives, who highlighted the complexities and dangers associated with these crimes. Notably, a significant focus was placed on Senate Bill 1320, which aims to establish a dedicated unit within the Department of Public Safety to investigate and address thefts specific to the oil and gas industry. This initiative seeks to strengthen coordination among various law enforcement agencies and improve training for local officers to combat these sophisticated theft operations more effectively.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Corrections Mar 12th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Corrections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • ...school district because we don't have a tax base.
Summary: The House Committee on Corrections convened to discuss various operational issues and concerns surrounding the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Notably, Executive Director Brian Collier highlighted ongoing initiatives to enhance inmate rehabilitation services, including job training programs aimed at reducing recidivism rates. While the session was not dedicated to voting on bills, the committee reviewed the budget cuts impacting correctional facilities, which raised questions regarding the potential effects on facility operations and inmate management. Concerns were also aired about maintaining standards for educational programs within the correctional framework.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health Apr 3rd, 2025 at 08:00 am

House S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health

Transcript Highlights:
  • How's this taxes? This is not okay.
Summary: During this meeting, the committee engaged in extensive discussions regarding various bills aimed at improving public health and welfare, including chronic kidney disease resources and statewide health literacy initiatives. Chair Guillen presented House Bill 3269, which proposes the creation of a centralized resource center for chronic kidney disease that is tailored to help patients and healthcare providers with information and resources, garnering robust support from the committee. Additionally, House Bill 1295 was discussed, focusing on enhancing statewide health literacy with a long-range coordination plan from the Department of State Health Services, which was also received favorably by committee members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Corrections Apr 30th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Corrections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • During the public testimony period, you will be limited

  • ...must be limited to the content of the bill, the committee
  • This is a critical step forward as it limits group searches to true emergencies, requires female officers
  • I intend that the committee substitute will be limited to the state jail felony offense of possession
  • including limited access to health care and support systems
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several legislative bills, primarily related to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and corrections. Notable discussions included the adoption of committee substitutes for bills such as HB1515, which proposes the TDCJ Sunset Bill, and HB2854, which discusses necessary hospital visits for inmates. The meeting featured extensive participation from members and witnesses, who provided testimonies in support of or opposition to the various bills. The atmosphere remained collaborative, with members showing mutual respect during discussions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Corrections Apr 30th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Corrections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • During the public testimony period, you will be limited

  • All questions and remarks from members and witnesses must be limited to the content of the bill, the
  • It forward limits group searches to true emergencies, requires
  • It is intended that the committee substitute will be limited to state jail...
  • span> Women in county jails face unique challenges, including limited
Summary: The meeting of the committee involved extensive discussions on various legislative bills pertaining to corrections and transparency in Texas' penal system. Notable among these was House Bill 4764, which seeks to enhance data availability regarding individuals in restrictive housing, addressing transparency issues related to mental health and recidivism rates. An extensive public testimony period allowed for voices from advocacy groups and individuals affected by these issues, illuminating the psychological toll of solitary confinement as expressed by proponents of the bill during the discussions. There was also considerable debate around Senate Bill 1610 regarding civil commitment and its implications for public safety, with concerns raised about the potential for punitive consequences over rehabilitative efforts.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • I remind everyone that we do limit public testimony to

  • I want to remind everyone we do have a two-minute time limit
  • But I guess I also have concerns about the limitations around supply.
  • these instances are very specific, but how does that impact the larger supply when you have these limited
  • what Representative Jones just mentioned about, you know, how do you make that call when there's limited
Summary: The meeting of the Public Health Committee focused on several significant bills concerning blood donation practices and patient care. Notably, Senate Bill 125 faced opposition from multiple testimonies that raised concerns about the potential risks associated with directed donations. Testimony from representatives of the blood centers highlighted alarming statistics about the increased incidence of infectious diseases among directed donors, urging the committee to reconsider the bill's implications. Supporters of the bill argued for the necessity of such provisions to protect patients with rare blood types, stressing the importance of ensuring their access to appropriate care. As discussions unfolded, the challenges of maintaining a balanced blood supply while accommodating specific patient needs became a central theme.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services Apr 30th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Each public testimony will be limited to two minutes.

  • By getting ahead of the harm, this is also a more fiscally responsible way of allocating our limited
  • , IBCLCs often cover large geographical regions, which limit
  • had a bill that limited physicians to, I think it was 10
  • The language is limited to legal cases.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Health and Human Services covered multiple bills focusing on healthcare, education, and child welfare. A key highlight was the presentation of Senate Bill 3001, which aims to add medical nutrition counseling as a Medicaid service for patients with chronic conditions. Chairman Korkhorst emphasized the importance of this bill in addressing healthcare needs in low-income communities. Public testimony was gathered, with several professionals supporting the inclusion of nutrition services to improve health outcomes for Texans, particularly those battling chronic diseases. Another notable discussion revolved around Senate Bill 425, designed to enhance the accuracy of investigations into child and adult protective services. Members raised concerns regarding the need for transparency and improved protocols in these sensitive areas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services Apr 15th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Each public testimony will be limited to two minutes total

  • The law is clear that Podiatrists are limited to the foot
  • on when you can file a request to go to mediation, but there is a time limit on the arbitration side
  • By legislation, you're limited to it.
  • Yes, on prevention, they are limited.

Summary: The committee meeting showcased extensive discussions surrounding multiple bills, predominantly focusing on the health sector and legislative processes. Senator Cook presented Senate Bill 1310, emphasizing the need for independent living facilities to develop disaster response plans to better protect vulnerable residents during emergencies. This bill sparked discussions on the importance of balancing regulatory oversight with compliance implementation, showcasing testimonies from stakeholders who supported the proactive measures outlined in the bill. Together, the members evaluated the relevance of continuing legislation aimed at strengthening emergency preparedness for Texas' senior population, illustrating a palpable concern for their welfare and safety.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V Feb 27th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V

Transcript Highlights:
  • Institute, the National Accrediting Board has specified that exemption from the appropriations is limited
  • Writer six of OCA's bill pattern limits general revenue appropriations to the commission's programs to
Summary: The meeting of the committee centered around various crucial topics, with notable discussions on funding for the Texas Forensic Science Commission and considerations for improving specialty court case management systems. Specific attention was given to the challenges posed by inconsistency in reporting systems that hinder the agency's ability to deliver best practices. Various members expressed concerns regarding the agency's funding requests and the implications of potential fee increases for court reporters. Public testimonies brought forward contrasting views on the efficacy of current systems and necessary reforms.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Public Education Aug 21st, 2025 at 10:08 am

House Public Education Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • heard discussions about TEA getting more power, but then I think I'm correct in saying we've also limited
  • , or I say that the chairman has limited them in terms of making sure...
  • You have a two-minute time limit on that.
  • I don't want to limit the students to just being able to
  • This proposal limits parent and educator input.
Bills: HB8
Summary: The committee meeting focused on HB8, which proposes significant changes to the assessment and accountability system in Texas education. Key discussions involved the transition from the previous STAR testing framework to a new instructionally supportive assessment program that aims to provide timely feedback to enhance instructional strategies. Proponents of the bill argue that it encourages a growth-oriented approach, while opponents express concerns about the potential increase in high-stakes testing and the makeup of the advisory committee, which has limited educator and parental representation. Numerous witnesses spoke, highlighting both support and apprehension regarding the bill's implications for students, educators, and accountability standards.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Mar 31st, 2025 at 10:03 am

House Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • witnesses who have registered today and to accommodate all who wish to testify, there will be a time limit
  • There will be a time limit of three minutes per witness during
  • /p>

    We think that this bill, though it creates an extremely limited

  • I have limited experience with gift card fraud because, as you heard earlier, this is an emerging technology
Summary: The Committee on Pensions, Investments, and Financial Services convened to discuss various legislative bills focused on enhancing financial security for public employees and addressing instances of financial fraud. Notably, House Bill 3594 was presented by Representative Lujan, aimed at modernizing the San Antonio Fire and Police Retiree Health Care Fund, with support from key stakeholders, indicating broad consensus on the bill's implications. In addition, House Bill 3109 was addressed, expanding the scope of the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center to include payment fraud, reflecting Texas's proactive approach to tackling criminal financial activities and protecting its citizens.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human Services May 20th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • This time will be limited to two minutes total to speak on the
  • Government code, DFPS has limited enforcement authority for
  • This bill would severely limit the ability of birth moms to make a loving, voluntary adoption.
  • actually have a fair amount of them in Texas right now; the difference is that currently they are limited
  • I'm just curious, so I get what the on page three, It limits
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. Aug 27th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Each public testimony will be limited to...

  • By limiting the need for a prescription, this measure

Bills: HB25
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Health and Human Services predominantly focused on discussions surrounding House Bill 25, which proposes allowing pharmacists to dispense ivermectin over the counter. Senator Hall, the bill's sponsor, outlined the potential benefits of increased access to ivermectin, particularly for rural Texans who may struggle to get timely medical care. The discussions included various perspectives on the safety and efficacy of ivermectin as a treatment for viral infections, with witnesses providing testimonials on its use. Senator Hall emphasized that the bill would promote medical freedom by enabling pharmacists to dispense the drug without a prescription, yet concerns were raised regarding the off-label use of such drugs and the responsibilities of pharmacists under this bill.

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