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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Senate Session Aug 8th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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  • ...and provision of abortion-inducing drugs, exemptions from the Texas
Bills: SB8, SB4
Summary: The meeting focused on two significant bills: SB3, which pertains to supplemental appropriations for disaster relief, and SB6, which involves measures related to abortion, including civil liability concerning abortion-inducing drugs. The committee members were actively engaged, and the bills were presented and discussed in depth, highlighting their implications and provisions. The chair noted the importance of these bills, with both receiving public testimony that reflected a wide range of opinions. The discussions were robust, suggesting an intent to address these pressing issues thoroughly before moving to the next phase.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Jul 30th, 2025 at 09:07 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

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  • districts for the election of members of the United States House of Representatives from the State of Texas
Summary: During the meeting, the committee addressed several key pieces of legislation, including discussions about HB4, which pertains to the congressional redistricting process, and HB5, focusing on the regulation of hemp products. Other bills, such as HB11 and HB13, were also introduced, with members expressing varying levels of support and concerns regarding their implications. Public testimony was not featured heavily during this session, but the members engaged in thorough discussions about the potential impacts of the proposed bills, especially in terms of public safety and environmental concerns. The session concluded with the committee preparing to reconvene later in the day to continue their deliberations.
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  • care for children with remarkable needs, and we are the only facility of our kind in the state of Texas
Summary: The meeting of the committee included extensive discussions regarding the sustainability of health facilities serving vulnerable populations, particularly focusing on reimbursement rates for services provided. The testimony highlighted the challenges faced by providers due to past inadequacies in Medicaid reimbursement methodologies, which have resulted in financial strains on their operations. Members of the committee engaged with the testimonies, seeking clarification on the implications of proposed adjustments to reimbursement rates and the potential impacts on service quality for the most fragile Texans.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal JusticeAudio only. May 25th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

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  • I'm going to present a statement on the Texas sex offender
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.
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  • So the substitute removes the list of specified ports so that all Texas ports are equally recognized
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Economic Development Committee was marked by a rapid review and voting on several bills. Notably, Senate Bill 217 was reported favorably with a vote of 4-1, showcasing a split opinion among members. Additionally, Senate Bill 529 and Senate Bill 1265 were both unanimously recommended for certification, indicating strong support. The committee also discussed committee substitutes for Senate Bill 1592 and SCR 37, with both passing without objection. These actions illustrate the committee's proactive approach in addressing pending legislation and facilitating its progress to the full Senate.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Juvenile Justice Mar 4th, 2025 at 11:00 am

House S/C on Juvenile Justice

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  • the committee looks at a lot of the stuff that we do, that the trajectory of the juvenile system in Texas
Summary: The meeting of the Subcommittee on Juvenile Justice opened with introductory remarks and set out to discuss the responsibilities and upcoming discussions on juvenile justice matters. Members expressed a commitment to addressing the serious issues faced by the juvenile population and the need for rehabilitative approaches within the system. Members recognized that the committee's work could significantly impact the lives of young individuals who enter the juvenile system, emphasizing the importance of effective programs and policies that will contribute to their rehabilitation and reduce recidivism rates. Representative Jones and other members shared insights from their experiences, reinforcing the notion that the state's juvenile system is evolving for the better and aims to align with practices from across the country that have shown positive outcomes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. Mar 27th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • First, it adds the definition of "covered entity" from the Texas Medical Privacy Act and changes the
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services met to discuss multiple bills, notably including SB731, SB732, SB1589, SB397, and SB1188. Senator Miles explained amendments to SB732, detailing that the bill now allows existing buildings a five-year compliance period, and emphasized that it is not retroactive. Senator Cook moved the adoption of the community substitute to SB732, which passed without objection. SB1589 was also favorably reported and recommended for a local calendar, while SB397 faced a similar fate with unanimous support from committee members.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State AffairsAudio only. May 13th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • for long-term, pre-existing funding commitments, allowing them to run their course in alignment with Texas
Summary: The meeting of the committee involved discussions on several key pieces of legislation, including House Bill 130, which aims to safeguard sensitive genetic information from adversarial use. Senator Hughes presented a committee substitute to enhance the bill's effectiveness by introducing an exemption for anonymous medical testing trials, garnering unanimous support from the committee. Other significant bills included House Bill 2259, concerning the instructions for early voting ballot applications, and Senate Bill 835, which prohibits nondisclosure agreements in cases of childhood sexual assaults and was also passed unanimously, reflecting broader support for survivor rights.
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Summary: The committee convened to discuss the nominations of Scott Cooper for Director of the Office of Personnel Management and Eric Ulan for Deputy Director at the Office of Management and Budget. This meeting highlighted the critical roles both positions play in managing the federal workforce, which comprises over two million civilian employees. Concerns were raised regarding the current administration's approach to federal employment, citing issues like mass firings and the undermining of collective bargaining rights. Members expressed the need for better accountability and transparency within the federal system, emphasizing the importance of attracting talented public servants.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State AffairsAudio only. Apr 30th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • Senate Bill 2782, Senator Birdwell's bill about discovery requirements on sworn complaints before the Texas
Summary: The Committee on State Affairs convened to discuss a variety of bills focused on voting rights, public communications, and societal concerns related to discrimination and political contributions. Notably, Senate Bill 2363, led by Senator Hall, was a significant discussion point concerning the unlawful publishing of ballots. The bill passed without objection, reflecting a bipartisan agreement on the need for confidentiality in voting and ensuring equality in the electoral process. Other key bills such as Senate Bill 2044 and Senate Bill 2633 also moved forward with favorable recommendations, illustrating the committee's focus on clear regulations in public communications and localized alcoholic beverage laws.
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  • ="137" data-time="1632"> Brett, who serves as chair of the U.S., lives in the Rio Grande Valley in Texas
Summary: The committee meeting focused on crucial discussions surrounding the challenges faced by the agriculture sector, particularly concerning avian flu and its impact on poultry and dairy producers. Members provided insights into the economic struggles within the industry, emphasizing the need for a new bipartisan farm bill that addresses the diverse needs of specialty crop and livestock producers. Witnesses from various agricultural sectors spoke about their experiences, illustrating the high costs, regulatory burdens, and emerging diseases that threaten their operations. The meeting underscored a commitment to exploring solutions that will help maintain market stability and ensure food security.
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  • Studi holds a doctorate in nutrition from Texas Women's University.
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.

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