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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government Apr 16th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Okay, the chair lays out Senate Bill 467 as a matter of

  • that it do not pass, but that the committee substitute adopted in lieu thereof do pass with the print of
  • Right, of course, right, because we got a companion chair

  • Report of the full Senate.

  • Without objection, so the chair lays out Senate Bill 2173 as a matter of pending business.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Local Government convened and addressed several bills, including SB467, SB1531, SB2173, SB1449, SB2529, SB2538, and SJR84. Notably, the committee members voted to adopt several committee substitutes for the bills, specifically opting to recommend that some bills do not pass, while others were moved forward with recommendations for the full Senate. The meeting was efficiently managed, with unanimous votes on key decisions reflecting strong consensus among committee members. Most bills received recommendations for the local and uncontested calendars, facilitating their progress through the legislative process.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations Apr 24th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Is there any objection to the adoption of the committee

  • What's the point of being here if we're not allowed to speak against the bills of the Congress?
  • It's a matter of pending business.

  • The substitute changes Section 10 of the bill to make

  • ...of 2025.
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 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.
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
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

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.

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

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

JurisprudenceAudio only. Mar 20th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

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

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
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.
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?
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.
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
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.
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

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Veteran AffairsAudio only. Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

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
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

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

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

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    It authorizes the Attorney General to bring action on behalf of

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 Regular

JurisprudenceAudio only. Apr 29th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

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
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.
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

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16Audio only. May 7th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

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

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
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
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 28th, 2025 at 09:08 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • ="4" data-time="18">SB19 by Betancourt, relating to the prohibition on the marketing and acceptance of
  • procedures regarding accepting a voter with a residence address that is not current and the immediate effect of
  • the voter registration after the registrars receive a certain change of address notice as part of the
Bills: SB8, HB7, HB15, HB265, HCR13
Summary: The meeting included discussions centered around two bills: SB19, which prohibits the marketing and acceptance of political contributions during special legislative sessions, and SB54, which outlines election procedures related to voters whose residence addresses are not current. Both bills were referred to the Committee on Elections for further consideration. The atmosphere in the meeting was formal, with Mr. Speaker overseeing the discussions and motions pertaining to the readings of the bills. The committee members engaged in procedural reviews that set the stage for imminent debates on the implications of these legislative proposals.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Jan 28th, 2025 at 03:01 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Speaker, I have a messenger from the Senate at the door of the House.
  • Respectfully, Patsy Spa, Secretary of the Senate.

  • The Chair announces the signing of the following in the

  • presence of the House: HCR number 54, HR number 4.
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on the passage of House Concurrent Resolution 54 (HCR54), which authorizes the legislature to adjourn for an extended period in early 2025. The resolution, sponsored by Zaffirini, was discussed in detail, emphasizing its importance for maintaining legislative efficiency. Members expressed varied perspectives on the resolution, with some advocating for more flexibility in adjournment periods to accommodate pressing legislative matters. Overall, the discussions were marked by collaboration and a shared commitment to advancing legislative goals.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 29th, 2025 at 04:08 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • This resolution pertains to the House rules of procedure

  • constitutionally compliant proportional penalties for members absent without leave for the purpose of
  • impeding the action of the House, which do not unfairly impair members' representative functions.
  • Resolutions by Perez of El Paso are being referred, including

Summary: The meeting included procedural resolutions and referrals to various committees, covering topics such as constitutional compliance and absences within the House. Member discussions primarily revolved around resolutions HR 108 to HR 125, demonstrating a focus on local governance and procedural efficiency. The clerk read through numerous resolutions, which drew the attention of present members, suggesting active participation from the representatives in handling local matters.

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