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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Aug 4th, 2025 at 03:08 pm
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- > Members, the House
- , I am prepared to recognize a motion to place a call on the House and any other motions necessary to
- House, thank you.
- Guerin moves that the House stand adjourned until 1 p.m. Tuesday.
Chair hears none, and the House stands adjourned.
Bills:
HB4
Keywords:
redistricting, congressional districts, Texas Legislature, elections, 2020 Census, quorum, disaster recovery, human trafficking, legislation, Speaker's warning, Texas families, absent members
Summary:
The meeting focused on significant legislative issues and the need for prompt actions regarding disaster recovery, human trafficking, and local governance. Speaker raised concerns about the absence of several members, which hindered the establishment of a quorum and delayed critical discussions. Emphasis was placed on the responsibilities of elected officials to their constituents, with a stern warning that their absence would lead to necessary actions being taken to ensure their return to fulfill their duties. The Speaker highlighted the urgency of addressing pressing issues faced by Texas families and cited the growing cost of inaction.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular
Veteran AffairsAudio only. Apr 23rd, 2025
Senate Veteran Affairs Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, Bill.
Paul? Aye.
- What bill is this?
7. Which one's this?
2926, is that Fredi's bill? Yes.
Senate Bill 2938 by Senator Menendez.
- Senate Bill 2938 does pass.
Keywords:
Veterans Affairs, legislation, SB210, SB2007, SB2926, SB2938, SB2543, committee substitute, unanimous vote
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.
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- We will also consider a local and uncontested calendar after the layout of the bills in the committee
The Chair lays out Senate Bill SB2232.
- This bill, if we had more time...
- We were talking about some bills that we're working on in Health and Human Services.
- Does any member have any questions or concerns regarding any of the bills listed on page 1?
Keywords:
Unplug Texas Day, digital detox, family activities, outdoor recreation, community engagement, Brenham, ice cream, Blue Bell Creameries, economic impact, tourism, Senate Committee on Administration, Unplug Texas Day, Health and Safety, Crossing Guard Appreciation Day, Public Testimony, Senator Hinojosa, Senator Hall, Community engagement
Summary:
The meeting of the Senate Committee on Administration commenced with a quorum established, led by Chairman Hall. The committee discussed and voted on several bills, including SB2232 which promotes an annual 'Unplug Texas Day' aimed at encouraging outdoor activities and community interactions among Texans. Senator Hinojosa presented the bill, highlighting its potential health benefits and community strengthening. Testimonies were invited but none were provided, leading to a smooth passage of the bill to the full Senate.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular
Local Government (Part II) Apr 10th, 2025
Senate Local Government Committee
Transcript Highlights:
Senator Paxton moves that Senate Bill 1927 be reported
Senate Bill 1927.
- Yes, you can, if you wish, but do you want to vote on Senate Bill 1927?
- There is a proposed committee substitute for Senate Bill 2010.
- Senate Bill 2010 is reported to the full Senate.
Summary:
Additionally, SB2010 was reviewed with a focus on tightening language to prevent misuse of funds related to universal basic income (UBI) programs by political subdivisions. The committee adopted a proposed substitute and reported the bill favorably to the full Senate, citing concerns over the use of state funds in supporting UBI initiatives. The meeting concluded without further business, and the committee chairman signaled a recess.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular
Natural ResourcesAudio only. Apr 9th, 2025
Senate Natural Resources Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- "3" data-time="19">The Chair lays out as a matter of pending business, Committee Substitute Senate Bill
- Senator Sparks moves that Senate Bill 1150 be reported to the
- Dean Zaffirini moves that Senate Bill 2122 be reported to the
The Chair lays out anew Senate Bill 2050.
- Senator Birdwell moves that Senate Bill...
Keywords:
Senate Committee, Natural Resources, SB1150, SB2122, SB1757, SB2050, public meeting, transparency, stakeholder feedback, legislation
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.
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Transcript Highlights:
The chair lays out Senate Bill 1818 as a matter of pending
- chair recognizes Senator Honka to explain the difference between the committee substitute and the bill
- This is to reduce the cost of the bill and give our service members and families the ability to go to
- that the committee substitute to Senate Bill 1818 do pass and be recommended to the full Senate.
Senator Hancock moves that Senate Bill 1271.
Keywords:
Senate Veterans Affairs Committee, SB1818, SB1271, committee substitute, veterans affairs, licensing, legislative process
Summary:
The Senate Veterans Affairs Committee convened a meeting where multiple bills were discussed, notably Senate Bill 1818 and Senate Bill 1271. Senator Hancock presented SB1818, explaining that a committee substitute was introduced to allow agencies to issue full licenses rather than provisional ones, aimed at reducing costs and enabling service members and their families to work immediately. The committee moved to adopt the committee substitute without objection and recommended it to the full Senate with unanimous support.
The discussion then shifted to SB1271, where Senator Hancock similarly moved to adopt a committee substitute, which also passed with minimal dissent from the committee members. The committee efficiently processed both bills, demonstrating a collaborative effort to address the needs of veterans and their families effectively. The meeting concluded with the committee standing in recess, highlighting a productive session requiring further legislative discussion in future meetings.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.
House Administration Sep 1st, 2025 at 06:09 pm
House Administration Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- In other words, anyone that was not here during the last call on the house.
- The fine currently in the House rules is set at $500 a day. The fine goes to three times per diem.
- No member could know what that is, and the constitutional provision does not permit the House to create
- be passed and moved to the floor of the house.
- Without objection, the Committee on House Administration stands adjourned.
Keywords:
HR128, quorum break, sanctioning provisions, seniority recalculation, due process, penalties, Texas Constitution, committee meeting
Summary:
The meeting of the committee focused primarily on the passage of HR128, a resolution which revises the sanctioning provisions for quorum breaks. Mr. Moody provided an overview of the changes proposed in the resolution, emphasizing that no retroactive fines would be applied and detailing the recalculation of seniority among members. The discussion highlighted potential penalties for those breaking quorum, including increased fines and the automatic rescission of certain appointments. Concerns were raised regarding the vagueness of new penalties and the need for due process in these matters, particularly relating to the Texas Constitution. After deliberations, the resolution was passed with a vote of six in favor and two against.
Public commentary was invited but limited, indicating a streamlined process during this session. The environment was professional, with members expressing gratitude for attendance despite the complexities of the topics discussed. The meeting concluded with remarks from the chair and a summary of future discussions, ensuring that all members were informed of the next steps regarding the resolution.
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Transcript Highlights:
We have one bill to consider today: Senate Bill 2928.
- This bill is for consideration and a vote. Thank you.
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The Chair lays out the committee substitute for Senate Bill
Senator Paxton moves that Senate Bill 2928 be reported
- Note the bill will be sent to the full Senate.
Keywords:
SB2928, school start dates, uniformity, public schools, Senator Creighton, committee discussions
Summary:
During this committee meeting, the primary focus was on SB2928, which pertains to the scheduling of the first day of school for public school students. Senator Creighton introduced a committee substitute for the bill, aiming for uniformity in school start dates by establishing a standard no earlier than the third Wednesday of August. Various members, including Senator Menendez, raised questions about how this measure would affect different types of schools, leading to a thorough discussion about its implications and the potential for future adjustments as the policy is implemented. Ultimately, the committee voted on the bill, with a recommendation for adoption and an emphasis on future evaluation.
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Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Aug 9th, 2025 at 11:08 am
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
Without objection, the House stands adjourned until
- The House will
Without objection, the House stands adjourned until
- The House will come to order.
- Without objection, the House stands adjourned until 1 p.m. Monday.
Summary:
The meeting convened with the intention to address multiple legislative issues; however, little concrete progress was made regarding any specific bills. There were a few discussions about forthcoming legislation and budgetary approvals, but the discussions remained largely general and lacked in-depth evaluations of any proposals. The chair indicated a need for further alignment among committee members to facilitate discussions in the future, especially with looming deadlines for certain bills.
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Transcript Highlights:
The following bills and resolutions are on first.
Will the secretary read the bills and resolutions?
Senate Bill 6 by Hughes, relating to abortion, including
- Pending the reading and referral of bills, and the receipt of
- ">The Senate stands in recess until 4 PM, Monday, August 11th, pending the reading and referral of bills
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.
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Transcript Highlights:
The following bills and resolutions are on first reading
- Secretary will read the bills and resolutions.
Senate Bill 1 by Perry, relating to disaster preparedness
Senate Bill 3 by Eckhardt and Menendez, relating to the
- Senate Bill 4, relating to disaster management, is referred
Keywords:
gender designation, civil penalties, private civil rights, multiple-occupancy spaces, Texas Women's Privacy Act, disaster preparedness, flooding, Texas Division of Emergency Management, public safety, outdoor warning sirens
Summary:
The meeting predominantly focused on several significant legislative proposals, including SB1, which pertains to disaster preparedness and recovery. The committee engaged in extensive discussions regarding the powers and duties of the Texas Division of Emergency Management, addressing the challenges faced during disaster responses. Multiple stakeholders provided input during the session, emphasizing the importance of effective resource management and community readiness to mitigate the impacts of disasters. Additionally, the committee addressed modifications concerning outdoor warning sirens in flood-prone areas to enhance public safety.
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Transcript Highlights:
- President, there's a message from the House. Admit the messenger.
- President, I'm directed by the House to inform the Senate that the House has taken the following action
- :
The House has passed the following measures:
- span marker="34" data-time="198"> Members, we're going to take a brief recess until we wait for the House
Keywords:
real property theft, real property fraud, criminal offenses, restitution, elderly protection, disabled individuals, property tax exemption, title fraud, recording requirements, real property theft, real property fraud, criminal offenses, elderly protection, disability rights, recording requirements, restitution, disaster relief, emergency preparedness, flood management, local government grants
Summary:
The committee meeting featured discussions on several important resolutions, particularly HCR2 through HCR5. Notably, HCR2 commemorates the victims of the Hill Country Floods, while HCR3 recognizes the contributions of Children's Emergency Relief International. HCR4 celebrates the anniversary of a local couple, and HCR5 honors a recipient of the Chief Roughneck Award from the Independent Petroleum Association of America. These resolutions highlight community solidarity and recognition of service within Texas. During the session, members expressed their sentiments on these resolutions, contributing to a respectful and reflective atmosphere.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session Jan 22nd, 2025 at 02:01 pm
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
The House will come to order.
The House and Gallery will please rise for the invocation
- Following in the presence of the House, SCR7.
- Capriglione moves that the House stand adjourned until 2 p.m. tomorrow. Is there an objection?
The House stands adjourned until 2 p.m. tomorrow.
Keywords:
SCR7, committee meeting, agency information session, Pledge of Allegiance, legislative engagement
Summary:
In this meeting, the committee convened to discuss SCR7. The session started with a prayer led by Honorable Gio Capriclione, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the flags. Members were reminded of the agency information sessions taking place during the week, providing opportunities for legislative engagement with constituents and agency leadership. The atmosphere was collegial, and members appeared engaged in the preliminary discussions.
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Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Bill 1340, which is about the local development agreement database.
- 2](link from function call), and I'm not going to get into the merits of the bill, okay?
- But regarding this bill, yes, I’ve been personally involved.
- Senate Bill 2 was passed by education yesterday. It's going to become law in the state of Texas.
- That program has been stood up and any changes made by that bill are rolling out.
Summary:
The meeting involved a comprehensive review of various legislative bills, with members voicing their opinions and concerns on each. Significant discussions centered around land use policies, education reforms, and public health initiatives. A number of witnesses were called to share their insights, providing both supportive and opposing perspectives on the proposed bills. The committee demonstrated a commitment to thorough deliberation, ensuring all voices were heard before taking votes on the legislation.
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Transcript Highlights:
To nominations: The following bills and resolutions are
- Will the Secretary read the bills and resolutions?
Senate Bill 41 by Zaffirini, relating to floodlight and
- Senate Bill 43 by Zaffirini, relating to an exemption from
- Senate Bill 49 by Zaffirini, relating to youth camp emergency
Keywords:
hemp, consumable products, cannabinoids, licensing, regulations, election law, attorney general, prosecution, voter integrity, law enforcement, lobbying, public funds, political subdivisions, government transparency, taxpayer protection, Senate, Senator Zaffirini, flood safety, disaster preparedness, youth camp
Summary:
The meeting convened with the primary focus on several Senate Bills introduced by Senator Zaffirini, addressing important issues like flood safety and disaster preparedness. The committee discussed SB41, which mandates evacuation notices for youth camps during floods, and SB43, which pertains to permit exemptions for certain dams. Another critical item was SB49, concerning emergency operations plans and safety drills within youth camps. The senator emphasized the significance of these bills in enhancing safety measures for vulnerable populations, and several members voiced their support for the proactive approach in tackling flood-related challenges. Public testimony was minimal, but the committee expressed a strong intent to ensure these bills are thoroughly reviewed in upcoming sessions.
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Transcript Highlights:
To nominations: The following bills on first reading and
Will the Secretary read the bills?
Senate Bill 2 by Creighton et al.
- Senator: Will the Secretary read the bills?
Senate Bill 2 by Creighton et al. relating to the establishment
Keywords:
Education Savings Account, SB2, Senate, legislation, Senator Creighton, Senator Zaffirini, Texas education reform
Summary:
The meeting convened with a focus on the discussion surrounding SB2, which pertains to the establishment of an Education Savings Account Program. Senator Creighton and other members articulated their perspectives on the bill, highlighting its potential impact on educational funding and choice for families in Texas. The session included formal motions regarding the proceedings, with Senator Zaffirini advocating for motions to be recorded in the journal. Overall, the meeting underscored the importance of educational reforms and the legislative process involved in addressing those reforms.