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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.
- Department of Veterans Cemetery just for clarity.
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.
TX
Texas 2025 - 89th Regular
Natural Resources (Part II)Audio only. May 7th, 2025
Senate Natural Resources Committee
Transcript Highlights:
All members of the forum are present.
- Chair lays out HB 1089 by Representative Paul, sponsored by Senator Alvarado, relating to the creation of
- the Gulf Coast Protection Account to be administered by the General Land Office in lieu of SB 795.
The Chair lays out as a matter of pending business HB 2970
- > Sponsored by Senator Middleton, Senator Zaffirini moves adoption of
Keywords:
pipeline, construction, cash bond, county authority, local government, injection wells, environmental regulation, water quality, site inspection, geoscientist, satellite imagery, interstate compact, liquefied natural gas, energy resources, Gulf Coast, regulatory coordination, Senate Committee, Natural Resources, HB1089, Gulf Coast Protection Account
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Natural Resources convened to discuss several bills, primarily focusing on environmental and land resource management. Notable discussions included the passage of HB1089, related to the Gulf Coast Protection Account, which was presented by Senator Alvarado and reported favorably to the full Senate without objections. Additionally, the committee discussed HB2970 and HB1238, both of which were recommended for local and uncontested calendars. The meeting was efficient, with each bill swiftly moving through the agenda after being presented and debated by committee members, primarily led by Dean Zaffirini.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
Senate Bill 4 relates to the composition of the districts
- for the election of members of the United States House of Representatives from the state of Texas.
- span>
Please join us on this same channel for the next meeting of
- On that, we stand in recess pending the receipt of committee
Keywords:
tax rate, local government, voter approval, taxing units, property tax, ad valorem tax, public school accountability, educational assessments, performance ratings, transparency, interventions and sanctions, youth camps, emergency preparedness, safety standards, health and safety, weather alerts, camp regulations, public school accountability, educational assessments, performance ratings
Summary:
During the meeting, the committee convened to discuss various bills including SB4 regarding redistricting for congressional elections, SB8 focused on public school accountability, and HB60 which tackles emergency preparedness for youth camps. Notable discussions arose surrounding the implications of each bill, especially SB8, as members expressed their concerns regarding its potential impact on educational transparency. The chair encouraged active participation, prompting members to comment on the bills, establishing a lively dialogue among participants. The meeting concluded with a motion to recess until the next scheduled session, underscoring the committee's commitment to thorough examination of legislative matters.
TX
Texas 2025 - 89th Regular
Criminal JusticeAudio only. May 26th, 2025
Senate Criminal Justice Committee
Transcript Highlights:
The Committee of Criminal Justice will come to order.
So members, as a matter of pending business, the chair
- I laid out House Bill 3073, the Summer Willis Act, which closes the gap in the statutory definition of
- And the new substitute maintains all of the revisions that
- The committee stands in recess, subject to the call of the Chair.
Keywords:
House Bill 3073, Summer Willis Act, consent, sexual assault, intoxication, criminal justice
Summary:
The Committee of Criminal Justice convened to discuss House Bill 3073, known as the Summer Willis Act. The bill aims to clarify the statutory definition of consent in cases of sexual assault and rape, particularly concerning intoxication and impairment. Senator Paxton laid out the bill, explaining that the new committee substitute provides precise language about the actor's awareness of the victim's incapacity to consent due to intoxication. This change was presented as a clarification rather than an alteration of intent. The committee unanimously adopted the committee substitute and recommended that it pass favorably through the Senate.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
The chair lays that as a matter of pending business, interval
This bill addresses the enforcement of child support and
- Is there an objection to the adoption of the substitute?
Is there an objection to the adoption of the substitute
Is there an objection to the adoption of the substitute
Keywords:
guardianship, child support, property owners, family law, Senate Committee on Jurisprudence, bipartisanship, legislation, local and uncontested bills
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.
TX
Texas 2025 - 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII Feb 27th, 2025 at 08:00 am
House Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII
Transcript Highlights:
- But generally, we don't have a lot of issues. We've plugged a well in.
- A lot of it's online now, so we've managed.
- I mean, that's a lot of wells, and thank you for explaining that.
- "18">The reason why I wanted to ask the CFO is that I wanted to ask you a question about, on page 9 of
So part of our...
Summary:
The meeting featured extensive discussions regarding operational challenges and budget considerations, particularly surrounding the plugging of wells. The committee addressed performance metrics and funding needs, highlighting an increased cost in well plugging that necessitated requests for additional budget allocations. A variety of viewpoints were presented regarding the proposed changes, emphasizing the importance of environmental sensitivity in prioritizing which wells to address. The session concluded with agreement on the necessity for further review and additional funding requests to ensure the continued effectiveness of the well management program.
TX
Texas 2025 - 89th Regular
Veteran Affairs (Part II) May 23rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- >
At this time, the chair lays out House Bill 101 as a matter of
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
- Bill 5329 in lieu of Senate Bill 2220, pending by Senator.
Keywords:
Senate Committee, Veteran Affairs, HB101, HB2193, HB5308, HB5329, Senator Menendez, bill passage, committee voting
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
Criminal Jurisprudence Mar 25th, 2025 at 10:30 am
House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
Transcript Highlights:
First of all, we want to welcome everyone who's here today
- "> Your support or opposition, which the committee will have access to, is indicated just by virtue of
- We are convening, of course, this morning at 10:30. We also have a session beginning.
- So we will resume our hearing as soon as possible after we leave the floor, according to the terms of
- A couple of other things, members: we've got a bill that... Oh, I'm sorry, I'm sorry. What bill?
Bills:
HB207, HB235, HB324, HB449, HB463, HB502, HB1121, HB1445, HB1465, HB1778, HB1977, HB2000, HB2066, HB2596
Keywords:
child protection, sexual offenses, obscenity laws, visual material, anatomically correct dolls, mannequins, robots, criminal offenses, sexually explicit material, anatomically correct dolls, minors, artificial intelligence, sexually explicit, child protection, visual material, artificial intelligence, doll, mannequin, robot, law enforcement
Summary:
In this meeting of the Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence, the members convened to discuss various legislative matters, primarily focusing on House Bill 305, introduced by Representative Hayes. There was a call for all members to be present for the vote on this bill, which indicates its importance within the agenda. The chair also announced the formation of a subcommittee tasked with evaluating new offenses and changes in penalties, emphasizing the need to ensure that new laws do not conflict with existing legislation. This initiative reflects the committee's commitment to maintaining legal consistency and appropriateness in penalty assignment for offenses.
TX
Texas 2025 - 89th Regular
Border SecurityAudio only. May 20th, 2025
Senate Border Security Committee
Transcript Highlights:
Senator Hinojosa of Hidalgo? Present.
Senator Hinojosa of Nueces? Present.
- Chair lays out as a matter of pending business House Bill 180
Senator Hinojosa of Hidalgo? Aye.
- Senator Hinojosa of Nueces? Aye.
Keywords:
Senate Committee, Border Security, House Bill 180, Representative Guillen, Senator Birdwell, legislation, committee report
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Border Security convened to discuss House Bill 180, sponsored by Senator Birdwell and originally proposed by Representative Guillen. The committee successfully established a quorum and moved forward with the reporting of HB180, which received a favorable recommendation for passage. A roll call vote was conducted, resulting in four affirmative votes and one dissenting vote against the bill. The meeting concluded with the announcement that the bill would be favorably reported to the Senate floor for further consideration. Members of the committee demonstrated strong support for the legislation, highlighting its importance.
TX
Texas 2025 - 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Article III Feb 27th, 2025 at 08:00 am
House Appropriations - S/C on Article III
Transcript Highlights:
- It's the fuel delivery trucks that take the fuel to the gas stations, and then all of the local delivery
- , and of course that wonderful brown truck who brings your...
- All of those are examples of CDL.
- And in the flavor that we teach, all of those sorts of things are taken into account.
Summary:
This committee meeting included extensive discussions on the impact of CDL licensing across Texas, with a strong emphasis on the need to address CDL training facilities. Multiple members expressed the necessity of enhancing accessibility and ensuring uniform quality in CDL education, citing the pressing demand for qualified drivers in various sectors including transportation and logistics. The Texas Trucking Association endorsed the proposed establishment of several training centers, further highlighting the significance of this initiative for economic growth and job creation across the state. The session included testimony from experts in the field who supported the proposal, reinforcing the committee's decision to prioritize this issue.
TX
Texas 2025 - 89th Regular
State AffairsAudio only. May 23rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
As a matter of pending business...
- A total of nine teacup license sheets permit pulmonary inhalation
- Teacup locations cannot operate within a thousand feet of a school.
- illness or a condition for which a patient is in hospice care, and prescriptions can be for a maximum of
- 90 days with a maximum of four refills.
Keywords:
Committee on State Affairs, House Bill 46, Senator Perry, teacup licensing, fingerprinting, program integrity, full Senate
Summary:
The meeting of the Committee on State Affairs focused primarily on House Bill 46, which was sponsored by Senator Perry and presented by Representative King. The discussion included a committee substitute that requires fingerprinting for teacup owners to maintain program integrity, as well as regulations around teacup licensing and location restrictions, particularly in relation to schools. The committee adopted the substitute without objection and recommended that the bill do pass and be printed for further consideration by the full Senate. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote in favor of the bill, with no opposing voices heard.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
The chair lays out Senate Bill 1818 as a matter of pending
- This is to reduce the cost of the bill and give our service members and families the ability to go to
- marker="7" data-time="56">This was simply done working with the agency in order to reduce the cost of
Senator Hancock moves adoption of the committee substitute
- > By which Senate Bill 1271 failed to receive an affirmative vote of
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.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
The chair lays out Senate Bill 1079 as a matter of record
The chair lays out Senate Bill 1504 as a matter of pending
- Senate Bill 1851, a matter of pending business.
The chair lays out Senate Bill 1921 as a matter of pending
- p>
It authorizes the Attorney General to bring action on behalf of
Keywords:
Senate Committee, Local Government, Senate Bill 1079, Senate Bill 1243, Senate Bill 1504, legislative process, unanimous recommendation
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
Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.
Senate SessionReceipt of House messages; reading and referral of bills. Aug 20th, 2025
Texas Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
Members of the United States House of Representatives from
- the State of Texas to the Special Committee on Congressional Redistricting.
- Thursday, August 21st, pending the reading and referral of bills, reports, and the receipt of messages
Summary:
The meeting of the committee included spirited discussions on various topics including the implications of new legislative proposals and their potential impacts on local communities. The chairperson led several discussions with committee members focusing on economic growth initiatives, healthcare reform, and education funding. Notably, witnesses were invited to provide testimony regarding specific bills, highlighting concerns and support from various stakeholder groups. The meeting concluded with a clear intent to follow up on several issues raised, ensuring continued engagement with constituents and experts.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
Chair: This is a signing of the following:
- Tuesday, September 2nd, 2012, pending the receipt of messages and committee reports and the reading and
- referral of bills.
- Tuesday, September 2nd, pending the receipt of messages and committee reports, and the reading and referral
- of bills.
Keywords:
disaster relief, emergency preparedness, flood management, local government grants, meteorological forecasting, state appropriations, property tax, school funding, enrollment changes, inflation adjustment, tax rate notice, school assessment, public education, accountability, transparency, education standards, abortion, civil liability, abortion-inducing drugs, qui tam actions
Summary:
The meeting predominantly focused on the discussion of several bills, including SB3, SB16, and a number of House Bills such as HB16, HB23, HB25, HB26, and HB192. Members engaged in lively debates concerning the implications of these bills, with notable discussions centered around community impacts and administrative implications. The committee heard testimony from various stakeholders, reflecting a distribution of opinions on the bills being considered. The atmosphere was one of collaboration as members worked through differing perspectives on the proposed legislation.
TX
Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.
Senate Session (Part I)Receipt of House messages; reading and referral of bills. Sep 2nd, 2025
Texas Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- span marker="4" data-time="18">HB7 by Leach, relating to prohibitions on the manufacture and provision of
- abortion-inducing drugs, including the jurisdiction of and effect of certain judgments by courts within
- span marker="28" data-time="162"> I'm referring the prohibitions on the manufacturing and provision of
- Bill 15, relating to certain files maintained by a law enforcement agency regarding certain employees of
Keywords:
school assessment, public education, accountability, transparency, education standards, abortion, civil liability, abortion-inducing drugs, qui tam actions, Texas Citizens Participation Act, Religious Freedom Restoration Act, healthcare regulations, judicial branch, court security, juvenile boards, mental health services, election challenges, judicial procedures, court security, mental health services
Summary:
The meeting convened to discuss important legislative matters, particularly focusing on HB7, which involves prohibitions on abortion-inducing drugs, and HB15, addressing law enforcement record-keeping regarding agency employees. The Committee members engaged in significant discussions regarding the implications of these bills, considering legal jurisdictions and potential impacts on public health and safety. Key testimonies were heard, which highlighted varying perspectives surrounding these legislative measures. The meeting concluded with motions to advance the bills for further review by related committees.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
As a matter of… well, I guess I need to ask the…
- I'm going to let the experts take care of this.
- I'll assist you in helping with your layout of 2878.
Senate Bill 2878, of course, is the omnibus courts bill
Senator Middleton moves adoption of the committee amendment
Summary:
The meeting of the Committee on Jurisprudence addressed Senate Bill 2878, which focuses on various judicial matters and incorporates amendments from other members. Senator Hughes presented the committee substitute for the bill, explaining the key differences from the original language and emphasizing the incorporation of local requests. Following a productive discussion, the committee unanimously passed the committee substitute with an amendment by Senator Hinojosa, demonstrating bipartisan support for the revisions. The bill was reported favorably to the entire Senate, indicating its priority for further consideration.
US
Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to consider an authorization to subpoena the production of memoranda, documents, records, and other materials from the Massachusetts Port Authority, and an authorization to subpoena the production of memoranda, documents, records, an Mar 5th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation will convene today to discuss various matters of
- A key focus of this investigation has been the sheltering
- of illegal immigrants at domestic airports.
- 2024, following reports that O'Hare Airport was housing illegal immigrants, I and six other members of
- the committee sent a letter to the mayor of Chicago.
Keywords:
oversight, subpoena, illegal immigrants, Massachusetts Port Authority, O'Hare Airport, legislative practices
Summary:
The meeting was convened by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, where robust discussions were held regarding the need for improved oversight within the Senate. The chairman emphasized the historical decline in oversight activities and proposed motions to authorize subpoenas related to an ongoing investigation involving the Massachusetts Port Authority and allegations of illegal immigrant sheltering at airports. This prompted a detailed examination of the current practices and measures needed to address such issues effectively, particularly in light of recent reports from O'Hare Airport. The committee engaged in deliberations that highlighted the importance of maintaining legislative oversight to safeguard national interests.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
Members, this bill relates to the scheduling of the first
- day of school for students by school districts.
- Wednesday of August, correct? That's right.
- Many of them are close to that point now, but this would be more uniformity.
We'll come back in the beginning of the next session and
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.
US
Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nominations of Brian Burch, of Illinois, to be Ambassador to the Holy See, Brandon Judd, of Idaho, to be Ambassador to the Republic of Chile, and Nicole McGraw, of Florida, to be Ambassador to the Republic of Croatia, all of t Apr 8th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Our connection goes back to actually the launch of a nationally acclaimed documentary series called "
- by Bishop Robert Barron, now Bishop of Rochester, Minnesota
- The series promotes the beauty and truth of Catholicism and was watched by millions of Americans.
- span marker="119" data-time="1416"> able to share that and to advocate for Catholicism in the realm of
Keywords:
legislative process, public involvement, community engagement, transparency, introductions
Summary:
The meeting was characterized by a series of introductions and personal anecdotes shared by the committee members, with a focus on the importance of community engagement and transparency in legislative processes. Members expressed their commitment to open hearings and the necessity for public involvement in discussions impacting constituents. Several members remarked on how personal experiences shape their legislative priorities, thus reinforcing the human element of governance. However, there was a noticeable absence of discussion regarding specific bills, indicating that the session may have been more exploratory or introductory in nature.