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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce May 25th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 1094 is favorably reported.
  • House Bill 4134 is favorably reported.
  • to the House.
  • Bill 4211 and House Bill 4233.
  • Bill 4211 and House Bill 4233.
Summary: The meeting of the Business and Commerce Committee was characterized by extensive discussions on several vital bills aiming to advance various economic and energy initiatives within the state. Notably, Senator King played a pivotal role in steering discussions as multiple bills were presented for voting. The committee favorably reported on a number of bills, including HB7, HB1094, and HB2037, with unanimous or overwhelming support. The focus on streamlined legislation indicated a collaborative effort among committee members to address pressing issues efficiently. Furthermore, Senator Menendez raised questions regarding the validation process of reimbursable grants linked to nuclear developments, underlining the committee's emphasis on ensuring fiscal responsibility alongside innovative energy solutions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. May 15th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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

  • The chair lays out as a matter of pending business, House Bill
  • Senator Blanco moves that House Bill 694 do pass and be

  • House Bill 1700 is favorably reported.
  • House Bill 4655.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to review various House Bills, with significant discussions surrounding HB107, HB694, and HB1639. Each bill was moved for passage with unanimous support, highlighting strong consensus among committee members. The meeting was efficiently conducted, with motions by Senator Perry frequently leading to favorable votes on multiple bills, including HB1700 and HB2187. The committee also recommended several bills for inclusion in the local and uncontested calendar, reflecting the legislative body’s focus on streamlined governance and procedural efficiency.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Economic DevelopmentAudio only. May 13th, 2025

Senate Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • That was House Bill 2768. Thank you.
  • House Bill 2791.
  • The committee substitute for House Bill 4187 is adopted.
  • The chair lays out as a matter of pending business House Bill 3700.
  • Senator Schwertner sends up a committee substitute for House Bill...
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Economic Development Committee included significant discussions around several bills, notably House Bill 4187, Senate Bill 2603, and Senate Bill 2607, all of which received favorable votes for progression to the full Senate. Senator Sparks played a prominent role, advocating for the adoption of committee substitutes for several bills and successfully moving them for favorable recommendations. There was a clear focus on ensuring legislative items were being addressed efficiently, as evidenced by the discussions on local and uncontested calendars to streamline processes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16 May 21st, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • There being eight ayes, zero nays, House Bill 2310 will

  • House Bill 2310 will be reported favorably to the full Senate
  • The chair now calls up House Bill 5515, sponsored by

  • Senator Middleton moves that House Bill...

  • Members, we're going to pass over House Bill 127.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Education K-16 convened a meeting where they discussed several House Bills ranging from educational policies to student welfare. Notably, House Bill 2310 was moved by Senator Parker, which proposes a strategic plan for improving early learning opportunities for children with disabilities. Additionally, House Bill 5515 was discussed regarding the regulation of freight costs for instructional materials, receiving unanimous support from the senators present. The committee reported several bills favorably to the full Senate while addressing procedural matters efficiently.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • certain property not divided or awarded on the dissolution of a marriage, Senator Hinojosa moves that House
  • There being four ayes and no nays, House.

  • Senator Hinojosa moves that House Bill 3180 be reported favorably to the full Senate.
  • It takes the bill that came from the House.
  • The bill that came from the House...
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
Transcript Highlights:
  • on House Bill 4 as compared to Senate Bill 4.
  • I adopted and filed the House map when it became stalled in the House, and so I...
  • When the House map stalled in the House, I picked it up and filed it in the Senate.
  • I took the House map because it met the objectives that...
  • House Bill 4.
Summary: The meeting of the special committee on congressional redistricting was convened to discuss and vote on HB4, a key bill aimed at revising congressional district maps in Texas. Chairman King presented the bill, which is a companion to SB4 that had already passed out of the Senate. The discussion focused on minor differences between HB4 and SB4, primarily revolving around the political implications of the proposed changes. Several senators highlighted concerns over the lack of public testimony for the amendments, raising questions about the inclusiveness of the redistricting process. The committee ultimately voted to report HB4 favorably to the Senate, with a narrow vote of 5 to 3. This spirited debate underscored the contentious nature of redistricting and its impact on electoral outcomes.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The Chair lays out House Bill 4414.
  • Are we going to do House Bill 2593? OK.
  • The House will lay out House Bill 2593 and recognizes Chairman
  • I am in support of House Bill 2592 and House Bill 273

  • House Bill 1720...
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several critical pieces of legislation, including discussions around HB1720, aimed at enhancing the security of animal housing facilities to prevent unauthorized trespassing. Representative Gerben-Hawkins emphasized the bill's importance in protecting both the animals and the safety of facilities. The discussion highlighted personal accounts, including a notable incident involving a break-in at the Dallas Zoo, underscoring the urgency of implementing stricter penalties for trespassers in these settings. The bill aims to classify such trespassing as a jail felony or even a third-degree felony depending on the circumstances of any harassment towards the animals involved. Additionally, HB2593 was brought up, proposing to increase penalties for indecent assault against the elderly and disabled, reflecting a growing concern for the safety of vulnerable populations. The committee also discussed HB4414, which addresses mail theft related to checks and introduces offenses for the theft of mail keys. The meeting was well-attended, with ample public testimony supporting these legislative measures, indicating a strong concern from the community about animal welfare and protection for vulnerable citizens.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Human Services Apr 29th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 4336.
  • We appreciate the careful approach adopted by House Bill 3195.
  • House Bill 4838 be reported favorably to the full House

  • The chair moves that House Bill 4838 be reported favorably to the full House with the recommendation
  • Strategies that increase the support of housing supply.
Summary: During the committee meeting, several bills focused on enhancing safety and welfare legislation were discussed. Notably, House Bill 3195 received poignant commentary, as it aims to improve communication and safety measures in senior living communities following tragic incidents. Representative Garcia-Hernandez highlighted the need for mandatory background checks for employees at these facilities, emphasizing the bill’s importance in preventing avoidable tragedies. The bill garnered strong support from witnesses, including family members of victims who shared their personal stories of loss and the importance of safeguarding seniors. Additionally, House Bill 5223 was discussed, aiming to implement standardized emergency response protocols in daycare facilities, ensuring that children are adequately protected during emergencies. This bill also received testimonies underscoring the critical need for regular safety audits in these establishments.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Veteran Affairs (Part II)Audio only. May 15th, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • There being a quorum present, the chair now lays out House

  • Senator Parker now moves that House Bill 39 does not pass

  • Senator Parker moves that the Committee Substitute House

  • Business: House Bill 1875.
  • House Bill 1965 does pass.
Summary: The Senate Veteran Affairs Committee convened to discuss several key bills, primarily focusing on HB39, HB114, HB1875, and HB1965. Notably, Senator Parker presented a committee substitute for HB39, addressing concerns raised by state agencies to ensure better information accuracy and extending report deadlines to December 1st. The committee members unanimously adopted this substitute and recommended its passage. Further discussions included amendments and swift votes on multiple bills, with HB114 following suit with a similar committee substitute process, which was also passed without objection.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Thank you for the opportunity to lay out House Bill 3507.
  • I ask for your favorable consideration for House Bill 1871.
  • The Chair lays out House Bill 4911.
  • So, the purpose of House Bill 4911 is to...
  • House Bill 4911 ensures that Texas leads the way.
Summary: The meeting focused on several critical bills designed to enhance legal protections for law enforcement and children, particularly in response to evolving threats from technology and violent crime. Representative Dyson emphasized the dangers faced by peace officers, advocating for House Bill 1871, which seeks to increase penalties associated with the attempted murder of a police officer. Testimonies from law enforcement officials reinforced the urgency of this legislation, highlighting real-life incidents where officers were ambushed while fulfilling their duties. The committee echoed a strong sentiment towards ensuring justice for those who threaten public safety.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 1149, the committee substitute, allows reciprocity of permits amongst counties subject to
  • The committee substitute to House Bill 1449 will be left

  • In a matter of pending business, the Chair lays out House Bill
  • Senator Cook moves that House Bill 1449 be reported to

  • Senator Paxton sends up the committee substitute to House Bill 3711.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on two primary bills: HB1449 and HB3711. HB1449, presented by Senator Cook on behalf of Representative Cabriglione, addresses concerns about reciprocity of permits among counties and modifies fee calculations. After a brief discussion and lack of opposing testimonies, the committee approved a substitute for the bill without objection, highlighting a smooth process for advancing the legislation. Similarly, HB3711 underwent scrutiny as it shifted investigative assistance for Open Meetings Act violations from the Department of Public Safety to the Attorney General's Office. Again, no testimonies were presented during the public testimony phase, leading to swift approval of the committee substitute with a favorable recommendation for the bill to proceed to the full Senate.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Menendez moves that House Bill 101 be reported back to
  • Committee Substitute House Bill 101 does pass.
  • The chair lays out a matter of pending business, House

  • House Bill 2193 does pass.
  • House Bill 5329 does pass.
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 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 25th, 2025 at 09:08 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The House will call the vote to order.

  • Speaker, I have a message from the Senate at the door of the House.
  • This bill is referred to the Committee on House Administration.
  • This bill is referred to the Committee on House Administration.
  • This is referred to the Committee on House Administration.
Bills: HB17, HB16, SB10, HB27, HB23, SB15, SB18
Summary: The meeting focused on several resolutions that were referred to various committees, particularly concerning local and consent calendars. Multiple resolutions were read aloud, including HCR2, HCR3 through HCR8, and numerous HR resolutions spanning HR1 through HR72. The discussions highlighted the importance of addressing quorum and attendance rules, suggesting significant amendments to the House's permanent rules. Notably, resolutions by members such as Leo Wilson and Hopper drew attention for their implications on Democratic members breaking quorum during prior sessions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Jan 29th, 2025 at 10:01 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The House will come to order.

  • **Speaker**: The House will come to order.
  • Harrison, that is not an issue that's before the House at this time.
  • I know that she's in the house somewhere, and we want to...
  • The chair hears none, the House stands adjourned.
Summary: The meeting of the Texas House of Representatives focused on several notable resolutions, including the recognition of January 29, 2025, as 'Brownsville Day,' 'Alpha Kappa Alpha Day,' and 'Shen Yun Day.' Each resolution was met with enthusiasm as representatives shared their pride in their communities and honored the cultural significance of these events. In particular, Representative Gomez emphasized the economic and cultural contributions of Brownsville, while Dr. Oliverson highlighted Shen Yun's dedication to reviving traditional Chinese culture through the art of dance and music. The discussions underscored the importance of inclusivity and representation in celebrations throughout the state.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Aug 12th, 2025 at 10:08 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • full House.
  • We will gavel in for the second session Friday and re-establish the call of the House.
  • Under House rules, the House may adjourn from day to day, while the House will be called in order in
  • House stands adjourned until 8:30 Wednesday.
  • The House stands adjourned.
Bills: HB1, HB2, HB18, HB19, HB20, HB4, HB1, HB2, HB18, HB19, HB20
Summary: In this meeting of the legislative committee, members gathered to discuss pressing issues, including critical flood response legislation that could significantly impact families and communities affected by recent disasters. Despite the efforts to address these urgent matters, a quorum was not present, preventing any formal actions from being taken. The absence of a sufficient number of members meant that discussions were limited and centered around logistics for the upcoming sessions to ensure that necessary votes could be conducted in the near future. The chairman expressed concerns about the operational costs related to these absences and emphasized the continuous tracking of taxpayer dollars being spent in response to the critical situations faced by communities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Feb 18th, 2025 at 02:02 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Speaker, I have a message from the Senate at the door of the House.
  • All necessary rules to take up and consider House Rule 276.
  • This is your house. I hope this is the first of many to come. Welcome.
  • Leach moves the House adjourn until 10 a.m. Wednesday. Is there any objection?
  • The House is adjourned.
Summary: The meeting of the committee featured several resolutions and bills being discussed, highlighting statewide recognitions and honors. Notable among the resolutions was HR185, commemorating February 18, 2025, as Mission Day, which brings attention to the city of Mission's rich history and contributions to the economy, particularly in citrus production and international trade. Additionally, HR277 recognized the Alabama Cushata Tribe of Texas Day, honoring the tribe's heritage and its longstanding presence in the state.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal JusticeAudio only. May 25th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chair lays it out: House Bill 21.

  • Does anyone wish to testify on or against House Bill 2407?
  • Chair lays out House Bill 3425.

  • Chairman and members, House Bill 3425 by Representative Giovanni Castiglione.
  • If not, the testimony on House Bill 3425 is open.
Bills: HB2407, HB3425
Summary: The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice convened to discuss several important bills including HB2407, HB3425, and HB2854. HB2407, focused on strengthening penalties for repeated failures to comply with sex offender registration requirements, received unanimous support from committee members and was reported favorably to the full Senate. The discussion emphasized the seriousness of these registration laws and the bill's potential to enhance public safety by ensuring accountability among offenders. The hearing also highlighted concerns around doxing with HB3425, which aims to criminalize the unlawful disclosure of personal addresses and phone numbers through electronic communications, thus addressing a significant gap in current legislation. Meanwhile, HB2854 was passed forward with a recommendation, highlighting the committee's commitment to address various legal gaps.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations Apr 24th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • substituted to be reported favorably to the full House.
  • The Chair lays out House Bill 3745 as amended.

  • favorably back to the full House.
  • be reported favorably to the full House.
  • favorably to the full House.
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

89th Legislative Session - 1st Called Session Aug 11th, 2025 at 01:08 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The House will come to order.
  • The House has deputized dozens of officers and dispatched them.
  • Members, the call of the house remains in force.
  • Under House rules, the house may adjourn from day to day. I will provide written permission.
  • The House stands adjourned.
Bills: HB4
Summary: The meeting was convened to discuss a number of significant bills, primarily focused on emergency management and disaster response measures, particularly House Bills 1 through 63. The committee emphasized the urgency of passing these bills to enhance the capabilities of the Texas Division of Emergency Management and create essential frameworks for local governments to better coordinate disaster response efforts. Discussions also included legislative actions to impose stricter regulations to guard against fraudulent activities related to disaster relief donations. Notably, the committee discussed the ongoing challenge of achieving a quorum, as several members were absent, leading to the deployment of law enforcement personnel to locate and encourage attendance from missing colleagues.

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